You reach the end of an uncontrolled T-intersection. What must you do before entering the crossing road?
Correct answer: Yield to the traffic on the crossing road.
At an uncontrolled T-intersection, cross traffic has priority. Wait until there is a safe opening for your movement.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3A Right-Of-Way; printed page 9, physical PDF page 13; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You want to turn right at a steady red light. There is no sign forbidding the turn. What comes first?
Correct answer: Stop completely, then yield and turn only if safe.
A permitted right turn on red still requires a complete stop and yielding to traffic and pedestrians.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 5A Traffic Signals — Steady Red; printed page 32, physical PDF page 36; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
Your light turns green, but a vehicle is still crossing the intersection. What should you do?
Correct answer: Wait for the crossing traffic to clear.
A green light does not authorize driving into traffic still in the intersection. Allow a clear path before moving.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 5A Traffic Signals — Steady Green; printed page 33, physical PDF page 37; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
On an entrance ramp, you are approaching moving freeway traffic. Who is responsible for finding a safe gap for your merge?
Correct answer: You, as the driver entering the freeway.
Use the acceleration lane to adjust your speed and select a safe opening. Do not force another driver to change speed or direction.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3B Understanding Vehicle Speed — Adjust to traffic; printed page 10, physical PDF page 14; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
In which direction does normal traffic circulate in a Wisconsin roundabout?
Correct answer: Counterclockwise.
Traffic travels counterclockwise around the island. Follow the entry design, signs and pavement markings.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 6A Roundabouts; printed page 39, physical PDF page 43; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
On an undivided two-way road, an approaching school bus stops with red lights flashing. How far away must you stop?
Correct answer: At least 20 feet from the bus.
The 20-foot stopping requirement applies on both sides of an undivided road. Watch for children and wait for the red flashing lights to stop before proceeding safely.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 10C School Buses; printed page 51, physical PDF page 55; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
A train has passed, but the gate has only begun to rise and the warning lights are still flashing. What should you do?
Correct answer: Keep waiting until the warnings stop and the crossing is clear.
Never drive around or under an operating gate. Another train may be approaching; check that all tracks are clear before crossing.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 4H Railroad Crossing — Train Gate; printed page 31, physical PDF page 35; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
Your car has cruise control and the road is icy. Should you use it to hold a steady speed?
Correct answer: No; keep direct control of the accelerator.
Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. Reduced traction requires careful, direct speed adjustments.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 7C Winter; printed page 45, physical PDF page 49; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
Before moving into a lane on your right, where should you make a blind-spot check?
Correct answer: Over your right shoulder.
Mirrors do not show every area beside your vehicle. Look over the shoulder in the direction of the lane change.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3H Passing — Changing lanes; printed page 17, physical PDF page 21; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You notice your destination too late to get into the correct turn lane safely. What should you do?
Correct answer: Continue by the permitted route and turn later.
Last-second changes are unsafe. Choose another lawful route instead of forcing a turn from the wrong position.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3G Turning; printed page 14, physical PDF page 18; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You park facing downhill with a curb on your right. How should you position the wheels?
Correct answer: Toward the curb.
Turn the front wheels toward the curb when facing downhill. Also secure the vehicle with the parking brake and appropriate gear or Park.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3J Parking — Hill parking; printed page 19, physical PDF page 23; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
The signal over your Flex Lane changes to a yellow X. What should you do?
Correct answer: Merge safely into a general-purpose lane because the lane is closing.
A yellow X warns of closure. Check traffic, signal and merge safely into an open lane.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 5C Special Lanes — Flex Lane; printed page 38, physical PDF page 42; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You enter thick fog. Which lighting choice is appropriate?
Correct answer: Use low-beam headlights and reduce speed.
Low beams help in fog, rain and snow. Reduce speed so you have room to respond to what you can see.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 7A Reduced Visibility; printed page 44, physical PDF page 48; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
Even in clear weather, when does the handbook require headlights at night?
Correct answer: From half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
This is the stated nighttime interval. Poor visibility can require lights at other times too.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3K Communication — Low Beams; printed page 21, physical PDF page 25; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
Your tires begin riding on a layer of water. What should you do first?
Correct answer: Ease off the accelerator and keep steering steady.
Avoid sudden braking or turning while hydroplaning. Ease off the gas and wait for the tires to regain road contact.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 7B Severe Weather — Hydroplaning; printed page 44, physical PDF page 48; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
After a minor crash, nobody is injured and both cars can move safely. What is the appropriate next step?
Correct answer: Move safely out of the traffic lanes, then exchange information.
If there are no injuries and the vehicle can be moved safely, clear the road. Exchange driver, vehicle and insurance information.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 8B Crashes; printed page 47, physical PDF page 51; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You approach livestock on or beside a rural highway. What is the best response?
Correct answer: Slow down, yield and avoid sounding the horn.
Yield and allow room for animals. A horn can frighten livestock and cause unpredictable movement.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 7D Farm Safety/Rural Driving; printed page 45, physical PDF page 49; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You are close behind a large truck and its driver cannot see your vehicle. What should you do?
Correct answer: Increase the gap and stay out of the truck’s blind area.
Large vehicles have significant blind areas. Give them space rather than staying where the driver cannot see you.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 10F No-Zones; printed page 52, physical PDF page 56; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
Someone has been drinking and suggests coffee will make them fit to drive immediately. What is correct?
Correct answer: Coffee does not sober them up; arrange a sober ride.
Time is what allows alcohol to leave the body. Use a sober driver or another safe ride instead of relying on coffee or fresh air.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 9A Alcohol, Drugs and Driving; printed page 49, physical PDF page 53; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
What is the minimum age for a Wisconsin probationary car license?
Correct answer: 16 years old.
Applicants must be at least 16 and satisfy the applicable training, permit and testing requirements. Age alone is not sufficient.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 2C Probationary License; printed page 6, physical PDF page 10; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
For a newly licensed driver under 18, how long do the initial GDL passenger and hours restrictions normally apply?
Correct answer: The first nine months, ending sooner at age 18.
The initial restriction period is nine months unless the driver turns 18 sooner. Violations can extend the period.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 2C Probationary License — GDL restrictions; printed page 6, physical PDF page 10; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
A driver subject to GDL restrictions is convicted of a moving violation. What happens to the restriction period?
Correct answer: It is extended by six months.
A moving violation, restriction violation or suspension/revocation can extend the GDL restriction period by six months.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 2C Probationary License — Extension; printed page 7, physical PDF page 11; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
What knowledge-test format is stated in Wisconsin’s 2026 car handbook?
Correct answer: 50 questions, with 40 correct needed to pass.
The knowledge test has a stated 80% threshold: 40 out of 50. The handbook lists a separate highway-signs test.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 1C Knowledge Test; printed page 1, physical PDF page 5; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
A school-zone sign says “15 WHEN CHILDREN ARE PRESENT,” and children are visible. What is the maximum shown by that sign?
Correct answer: 15 mph.
Obey the school limit when the condition stated on the sign applies. Drive slower if necessary for safety.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 4B Regulatory — Speed Limit in a School Zone; printed page 24, physical PDF page 28; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
What sort of destination does a brown guide sign commonly identify?
Correct answer: A park, historic place or recreational attraction.
Brown destination signs guide drivers to recreational, cultural and scenic places. They are different from red regulatory signs.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 4D Destination; printed page 27, physical PDF page 31; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
