All traffic lights at your intersection are dark, and no officer is directing traffic. How should you treat the intersection?
Correct answer: As though the signal were a stop sign.
Wisconsin directs drivers to stop when a signal loses power or is not working properly. Follow normal yielding rules before proceeding.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 5A Traffic Signals; printed page 32, physical PDF page 36; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
At a steady red light, which left turn does the handbook permit after stopping and yielding, when no sign prohibits it?
Correct answer: From a one-way street onto a one-way street.
The handbook’s left-on-red exception is for a one-way street onto another one-way street. A stop and a safe, lawful opening are still required.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 5A Traffic Signals — Steady Red; printed page 32, physical PDF page 36; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You have a steady circular green light for a left turn, and an oncoming car is going straight. Who has priority?
Correct answer: The oncoming car.
A circular green light is not a protected left-turn arrow. Yield to oncoming traffic before turning left.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 5A Traffic Signals — Steady Green; printed page 33, physical PDF page 37; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You are turning left under a flashing yellow arrow. What must you do?
Correct answer: Yield before turning and proceed cautiously.
The flashing yellow arrow permits a turn after yielding. It is not the same as a protected green arrow.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 5A Traffic Signals — Flashing Yellow Arrow; printed page 33, physical PDF page 37; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You are inside a roundabout when an emergency vehicle approaches using its siren. What should you do?
Correct answer: Exit safely at the next right, then pull over.
Avoid blocking the roundabout. Clear it at the next safe exit and then pull over for the emergency vehicle.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 6A Roundabouts — Emergency vehicles; printed page 39, physical PDF page 43; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
A school bus has flashing red lights on the opposite roadway of a highway separated by a physical barrier. Must you stop solely for those bus lights?
Correct answer: No, not when you are on the separate roadway opposite the bus.
The exception is for traffic on the other side of a divided roadway. Painted lines or a shared turn lane alone are not the physical barrier described here.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 10C School Buses; printed page 51, physical PDF page 55; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
A posted speed limit is 55 mph, but visibility and traction are poor. What speed should you choose?
Correct answer: A lower speed that is safe for the conditions.
A speed limit is a maximum for favorable conditions, not a guarantee that the posted speed is safe in rain, ice or limited visibility.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3B Understanding Vehicle Speed; printed page 10, physical PDF page 14; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
How far ahead should you try to scan while driving?
Correct answer: About 10 to 15 seconds ahead.
Looking 10 to 15 seconds ahead helps you detect developing hazards. Slow down when you cannot see far enough ahead.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3E Sight Distance Rule; printed page 12, physical PDF page 16; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You need to move across two lanes. How should you do it?
Correct answer: One lane at a time, checking and signaling for each change.
Make each lane change separately. Traffic conditions may change as you move from one lane to the next.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3H Passing — Changing lanes; printed page 17, physical PDF page 21; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You park facing uphill beside the right-hand curb. Which way should your front wheels point?
Correct answer: Away from the curb.
For uphill parking with a curb on your right, turn the wheels left, away from the curb, and set the parking brake.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3J Parking — Hill parking; printed page 19, physical PDF page 23; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
On a level parking space, what should you do before leaving an automatic-transmission car?
Correct answer: Select Park and set the parking brake.
The handbook calls for Park, or an appropriate gear with a manual transmission, plus the parking brake.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3J Parking; printed page 18, physical PDF page 22; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
What does a dashed white line between two lanes normally mean?
Correct answer: The lanes travel in the same direction; cross only when safe.
Dashed white lines separate same-direction lanes. Check mirrors and blind spots and signal before crossing safely.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 5B Types of Line Markings — White Dashed Line; printed page 34, physical PDF page 38; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
An oncoming vehicle’s high beams are dazzling you. Where should you direct your gaze?
Correct answer: Toward the right side of your road while maintaining your course.
Look toward the right road edge rather than into the glare. Keep watching your path and adjust your speed if necessary.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 3K Communication — High Beams; printed page 21, physical PDF page 25; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
On a cold, wet day, which road surface is especially likely to freeze before surrounding pavement?
Correct answer: A bridge or overpass.
Bridges and overpasses can freeze before the rest of the road. Slow down and avoid abrupt steering or braking.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 7B Severe Weather; printed page 44, physical PDF page 48; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
Before driving after a snowfall, which preparation is appropriate?
Correct answer: Clear snow and ice from all windows, lamps, mirrors and the rest of the vehicle.
Clear the vehicle before moving. Snow and ice can block your view, hide your lights and endanger drivers behind you.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 7C Winter; printed page 45, physical PDF page 49; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
The accelerator sticks while you are driving. Which action helps disconnect engine power from the wheels?
Correct answer: Shift to neutral while keeping your eyes on the road.
Shift to neutral, maintain control and pull over safely. Turn the engine off after reaching a safe stopping place.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 8C Roadside Emergencies — Gas Pedal Sticks; printed page 48, physical PDF page 52; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
When passing a bicyclist, what minimum lateral clearance does Wisconsin require?
Correct answer: At least three feet.
Allow at least three feet when passing a bicycle. Wait for a safe opportunity rather than squeezing past.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 10E Bicycles; printed page 52, physical PDF page 56; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You are passing a row of parked vehicles. What extra hazard should you allow space for?
Correct answer: People or doors entering the roadway.
Leave room beside parked vehicles and watch for people. An opening door or a person stepping out can intrude into your path.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 10 Sharing the Road, introduction; printed page 51, physical PDF page 55; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
You keep yawning, drift toward the shoulder and hit a rumble strip. What should you do?
Correct answer: Find a safe place to stop and rest.
These are signs of drowsiness. Stop safely and rest; entertainment and cold air do not replace needed sleep.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 9C Drowsy Driving; printed page 50, physical PDF page 54; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
Where must the qualifying supervising driver sit while a Class D permit holder practices?
Correct answer: In the passenger seat beside the permit holder.
The supervising driver must sit beside the permit holder and meet the applicable age, license and experience requirements.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 2B Instruction Permit — Restrictions; printed page 5, physical PDF page 9; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
A 17-year-old is still subject to GDL restrictions and drives alone directly from an evening job to home at 1 a.m. Is that trip within the listed exception?
Correct answer: Yes; direct travel between home, school or work is listed.
The restricted driver may drive alone between home, school and work during midnight to 5 a.m. This is not a general permission for recreational trips.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 2C Probationary License — Midnight to 5 a.m.; printed page 7, physical PDF page 11; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
A probationary-license holder wants to make a routine phone call while driving. Is the handbook’s phone exception available?
Correct answer: No; the exception is for reporting an emergency.
Instruction-permit and probationary drivers may use a phone while driving only to report an emergency. A routine call does not qualify.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 9B Distracted Driving; printed page 49, physical PDF page 53; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
What does the handbook list for the separate highway-signs test?
Correct answer: 15 questions, with 12 correct needed.
The highway-signs test requires 12 of 15, or 80%. Do not confuse it with the separate 50-question knowledge test.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 1B Highway Signs Test; printed page 1, physical PDF page 5; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
Before your road test, what will the examiner check about the vehicle?
Correct answer: That safety equipment such as the horn, lights and mirrors works.
Bring a safe vehicle and know how to use its controls. The examiner checks equipment before the driving portion.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 1D Skills Test — Vehicle check; printed page 2, physical PDF page 6; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
A blue roadside guide sign shows a hospital symbol and an arrow. What does it provide?
Correct answer: Directions to a nearby service.
Blue service signs guide drivers to facilities such as hospitals or camping. Follow the arrow and normal road rules.
Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook BDS126, 2026; 4E Service; printed page 28, physical PDF page 32; reviewed September 15, 2026. ↗
