The main pavement looks clear, but the temperature is near freezing. Why should you be cautious on bridges, overpasses and shaded areas?
Correct answer: Ice may remain there even when other pavement is only wet.
The handbook warns of sudden changes from wet pavement to ice, especially on bridges, overpasses and shaded areas. Do not assume the same traction everywhere.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 44 — Black ice on bridges/overpasses; p 79 snow or ice. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
A tire blows out while you are moving. Which response follows Wyoming's guidance?
Correct answer: Grip the wheel firmly, slow gradually and pull off the road.
Keep control of the steering and reduce speed gradually. Once you can do so safely, move off the road.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 82 — Blowout. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
Traffic is flowing normally as you prepare to leave a freeway. Where should you make the normal reduction to the exit speed?
Correct answer: In the exit or deceleration lane after leaving the main traffic lane.
Plan ahead, maintain a steady speed on the main road, signal into the exit lane and then slow to its appropriate speed.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 61 — Leaving the Interstate; continued p 62. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
Rain reduces traction and visibility. How should you adjust the space behind the vehicle ahead?
Correct answer: Increase the following gap and reduce speed as needed.
Poor conditions call for more time and space to respond. The question does not impose a single fixed interval for every condition.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 79 — Rain — increase space. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
A car ahead has stopped at an unmarked intersection crosswalk to let a pedestrian cross. May you pass it in the adjacent lane?
Correct answer: Do not pass the stopped car; stop and check for a pedestrian hidden from view.
Do not overtake a vehicle stopped at a marked crosswalk or unmarked intersection crosswalk to let a pedestrian cross. It can hide the pedestrian from view.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-602(e), physical PDF p 199. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Fog seriously reduces your view of the road. Which headlight setting does the manual recommend?
Correct answer: Low beams.
Use low beams in fog and other poor weather. High beams can reflect back and make the view worse.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 78 — Weather conditions — Fog. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
You want to turn left across an approaching vehicle's path at an intersection without a protected turn signal. What should you do?
Correct answer: Yield and wait for a safe gap in oncoming traffic.
A left-turning driver yields to oncoming traffic that presents a conflict. A turn signal announces intent; it does not grant priority.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-221, physical PDF p 163. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
You are waiting at a roundabout entrance and a vehicle is circulating across your intended path. What should you do?
Correct answer: Wait for a safe gap and yield before entering.
Traffic entering a roundabout yields to vehicles already circulating and to pedestrians. Enter only when there is a safe gap.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 48 — Roundabouts — entry. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
A left-turning car is slowing ahead. May you drive off the pavement onto the shoulder to pass it on the right?
Correct answer: No; the right-pass permission does not authorize leaving the pavement or main-traveled roadway.
The handbook prohibits passing on the shoulder and leaving the roadway for a right-side pass. Wait if there is no safe, lawful space.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-206(a)–(b), continued physical 158, physical PDF p 157. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Another driver is safely passing you on the left. What must you avoid?
Correct answer: Increasing speed before the passing vehicle has completely passed.
A driver being overtaken on the left must not increase speed until completely passed. Keep a predictable position and leave room for a safe pass.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-203(a)(ii), physical PDF p 156. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
You intend to park and leave the car, with no officer or traffic-control exception. What minimum clearance from a fire hydrant applies?
Correct answer: 15 feet.
Wyoming prohibits leaving a parked car within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, subject to the statutory traffic/officer exceptions.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-504(a)(ii)(B), physical PDF p 192. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Your light turns green while another vehicle is still crossing the intersection. What should you do?
Correct answer: Allow that vehicle to clear before proceeding.
Green permits movement but requires yielding to traffic and pedestrians lawfully within the intersection or adjacent crosswalk.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-403(a)(i)(A), physical PDF p 187. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Before driving after frost or snow, how much of the glass should you clear?
Correct answer: All windows needed for a clear view, not merely a small opening in the windshield.
The handbook says to clear snow, ice and frost from all windows. Side and rear visibility matter as well as the forward view.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 79 — Snow or ice — clear windows. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
Before getting into a car to back out of a driveway, what is especially important?
Correct answer: Check behind the car for children and objects hidden from the driver's seat.
Small children and objects may be invisible from the seat or mirrors. Inspect the area first and keep checking while backing slowly.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 54 — Backing. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
A car with functioning antilock brakes needs an emergency stop. What pedal technique does the handbook recommend?
Correct answer: Press firmly and keep pressure on the brake pedal.
With ABS, maintain firm pedal pressure and steer as needed. Pumping interrupts the system's intended operation.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 81 — Slow quickly to minimize impact; p 82 ABS. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
A work-zone flagger directs you to stop even though your lane looks open. What should you do?
Correct answer: Obey the flagger and wait for permission to proceed.
The handbook requires following work-zone traffic-control instructions. The flagger may know about hazards or opposing traffic you cannot see.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 85 — Road construction — flag person. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
A breakdown leaves your car near fast traffic. Which action follows the manual's guidance?
Correct answer: Get the vehicle off the road if possible, use emergency flashers and stay out of the traffic lane.
Make the vehicle visible and keep people away from moving traffic. Do not work on a tire if that puts you in a traffic lane.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 84 — Breakdowns. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
An injured person is inside a crashed car, but there is no fire or other immediate danger. What is the safer response?
Correct answer: Call for help and avoid moving the person unnecessarily.
The manual warns against moving injured people unless necessary because of immediate danger. Obtain appropriate help and avoid worsening an injury.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 67 — Traffic crashes — aid. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
Traffic beyond the railroad tracks is stopped with no space for your whole car. The crossing lights are not flashing. What should you do?
Correct answer: Wait before the tracks until there is room to cross completely.
A clear warning signal is not enough: there must also be space to clear the tracks. Do not enter a crossing where traffic would trap the vehicle.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 85 — Railroad crossings — clear tracks. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
An oncoming school bus has flashing red loading lights across a median on a divided highway with two lanes in each direction. What rule applies to you?
Correct answer: Opposing traffic need not stop for the bus signal; traffic behind the bus must stop.
Opposing traffic on a separate roadway need not stop for that bus signal. The exception does not apply to vehicles approaching behind the bus on its roadway.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-507(d); handbook pp 50–51 divided roadways, physical PDF p 195. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
