A pedestrian is crossing in the lane immediately next to yours at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian has not yet reached your lane. What does Oregon require?
Correct answer: Stop and remain stopped for the crossing pedestrian.
The stop duty includes a pedestrian in the lane next to your lane, including a bicycle lane. It is not limited to someone directly in front of the car.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 46, physical PDF page 54: Pedestrians — stop and remain stopped. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
You are turning at a signalized intersection after stopping for a pedestrian. Before you start the turn, how far must that pedestrian be from the lane you will enter?
Correct answer: At least six feet.
For this signalized-turn situation, the manual specifies six feet or more from the destination lane. Continue checking that the turn is safe.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 47, physical PDF page 55: Pedestrians — turning at an intersection with a traffic signal. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
You are turning at an intersection without a traffic signal after stopping for a pedestrian. When has the pedestrian cleared the area specified by Oregon's turning rule?
Correct answer: After passing the lane you are entering and the next lane.
Without a traffic signal, wait until the pedestrian is past the destination lane plus the next lane. This differs from the signalized six-foot rule.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 47, physical PDF page 55: Pedestrians — turning at an intersection without a signal. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
You are driving above 35 mph and considering passing a bicyclist traveling in your lane. What clearance standard does Oregon's manual specify?
Correct answer: Enough space to avoid contact if the bicyclist falls.
Above 35 mph, Oregon's rule uses enough space to prevent contact if the rider falls. If that clearance is unavailable, wait behind the bicycle.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 50, physical PDF page 58: Bicycles — passing above 35 mph. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
A bicycle lane runs along the curb before your right turn. Should you merge into it early to prepare for the turn?
Correct answer: No; stay out of the bike lane, then cross it for the turn only after yielding.
Oregon does not allow traveling in the bike lane to prepare for a turn. Check mirrors and your blind spot, yield to riders, and cross only as part of the turn.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 39, physical PDF page 47: Turns — bicycle lanes. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
You approach a transit bus from behind. It signals to reenter traffic and its rear electric YIELD sign is flashing. What must you do?
Correct answer: Yield to let the bus reenter safely.
Oregon requires approaching traffic from the rear to yield when the transit bus signals reentry and displays the flashing electric yield sign.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 56, physical PDF page 64: Public Transit Buses. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
On a highway with two lanes in your direction, a car is stopped outside a designated parking area with hazard lights flashing. Which response meets Oregon's specific move-over-or-slow rule?
Correct answer: Move to a nonadjacent lane, or reduce speed to at least 5 mph below the limit.
ORS 811.147 permits a nonadjacent lane change or the specified speed reduction on a multilane highway. Allow as much room as safely possible; conditions may require still lower speed.
Source: Oregon Revised Statutes 811.147(1)(a)(A)–(B), (2); ordinary stopped vehicle with hazard lights, outside designated parking area. Current official source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
On a two-way highway with one lane each direction, you approach a vehicle stopped with hazard lights outside a designated parking area. What specific speed reduction does Oregon require?
Correct answer: At least 5 mph below the applicable speed limit.
The two-direction, two-lane provision requires at least five mph below the limit. Drive still more slowly if needed for actual hazards.
Source: Oregon Revised Statutes 811.147(1)(b), (2). Current official source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Which situation requires headlights under Oregon's ordinary rule?
Correct answer: From sunset to sunrise, or when people or vehicles cannot be seen 1,000 feet ahead.
Headlights are required sunset to sunrise and when visibility is insufficient to see people or vehicles 1,000 feet ahead. Parking lights alone are not a substitute.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 76, physical PDF page 84: Using Lights. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
What high-beam dimming distances does Oregon specify for an oncoming vehicle and a vehicle you are following?
Correct answer: 500 feet oncoming and 350 feet following.
Dim within 500 feet of oncoming traffic and within 350 feet when following. These distances help prevent glare for both approaching and leading drivers.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 76, physical PDF page 84: Using Lights — dimming high beams. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
A one-year-old rides in an ordinary Oregon passenger car. Which restraint orientation is required?
Correct answer: Rear-facing in an appropriate child safety seat.
A child of this age must remain rear-facing until age two. Choose and install a restraint suitable for the child.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 74, physical PDF page 82: Safety Belts — child passengers. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
A six-year-old child weighs 55 pounds and is 4 feet 2 inches tall. The adult belt does not fit correctly without a booster. What restraint is appropriate under Oregon's guidance?
Correct answer: A suitable harness seat or booster, used according to its instructions.
Exceeding 40 pounds does not end the need for an appropriate child restraint. This child is under eight, under 4 feet 9 inches and lacks proper adult-belt fit.
Source: Oregon ODOT Safety Belts & Child Seats — Child Safety Seat Law and Booster Seat Law. Current official source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
An adult is sitting in an available belt-equipped rear seat of an ordinary Oregon passenger car, with no exemption. Must the adult buckle up?
Correct answer: Yes; the ordinary belt requirement includes rear-seat passengers.
Oregon requires occupants to use available safety belts, not just front-seat occupants. Wear the belt properly.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 73, physical PDF page 81: Safety Belts. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
An adult driver stops temporarily at a red light and holds a phone to read a routine message. There is no emergency or other exception. Does the stop remove the conduct from Oregon's driving rule?
Correct answer: No; temporary stops for traffic signals are included in driving.
ORS 811.507 includes temporary stops caused by traffic or signals. Safely parking off the roadway is different from waiting at a red light.
Source: Oregon Revised Statutes 811.507(1)(a), (2), operative before January 1, 2027. Current official source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
The accelerator sticks and the car keeps pulling forward. Which response does Oregon's manual recommend?
Correct answer: Shift to Neutral, steer smoothly, brake and pull off when safe.
Disconnect engine power by selecting Neutral, maintain steering and braking control, and move off the road safely.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 85, physical PDF page 93: Vehicle Equipment Failures — Accelerator Sticks. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Power steering stops assisting while you are driving. What should you do?
Correct answer: Grip the wheel firmly, slow down and ease onto the shoulder.
The steering becomes harder, so maintain a firm grip and reduce speed. Move out of traffic under control.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 85, physical PDF page 93: Vehicle Equipment Failures — Power Steering Fails. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
An oncoming vehicle drifts into your lane. Why should you avoid escaping into its original lane?
Correct answer: The other driver may suddenly correct back into that lane.
Oregon advises slowing, moving as far right as possible and warning the driver. Moving into the opposing lane can put you in the path of their recovery.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 75, physical PDF page 83: Oncoming Traffic. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
A horseback rider raises a hand and the horse appears frightened. Stopping would not cause a collision. What should you do?
Correct answer: Stop and avoid loud noises that may frighten the animal further.
A raised hand signals a frightened animal. Stop when safe and do not use the horn or make sudden loud noises.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 75, physical PDF page 83: Animals. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
An Oregon alley has no sign setting a different speed. What is the statutory speed limit listed in the manual?
Correct answer: 15 mph.
The manual lists 15 mph for alleys unless a different limit is posted. Actual conditions may require a lower speed.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 19, physical PDF page 27: Speed Limits — 15 Miles Per Hour. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
An ordinary residential district is not a narrow residential roadway and has no different posted speed. What limit does Oregon's manual list?
Correct answer: 25 mph.
The ordinary residential-district limit is 25 mph unless posted otherwise. Narrow residential roadways and other specified areas have different limits.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026–2027, Form 735-37 (1-26), printed page 19, physical PDF page 27: Speed Limits — 25 Miles Per Hour. Current catalog-linked source reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
