What dimming distances does Wyoming's handbook give for an approaching car and a car you are following?
Correct answer: 500 feet for approaching traffic and 300 feet when following.
Use low beams before getting within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle or 300 feet behind a vehicle ahead. Reduce glare sooner whenever needed.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-924(i)–(ii), continued physical 213; handbook p 78, physical PDF p 212. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
An ambulance approaches with emergency warnings while you are traveling on an ordinary open two-way road. What should you do?
Correct answer: Move safely to the right side and stop until it passes.
Yield, move as close as possible to the right edge clear of an intersection, and stop until the emergency vehicle passes unless an officer directs otherwise.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-224(a) — approaching emergency vehicles, physical PDF p 165. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
In ordinary good freeway conditions, what minimum following-time guideline does Wyoming's handbook give?
Correct answer: At least two seconds.
The freeway section says at least two seconds, with more time in adverse conditions. This is a minimum guideline, not a guarantee of enough space in every situation.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 61 — Proper driving techniques on Interstates — at least two seconds. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
You park on the right side of a road facing downhill beside a curb. How should you secure the steering position?
Correct answer: Turn the front wheels toward the curb and set the parking brake.
Turn the front wheels toward the curb so it can help hold the vehicle if it rolls. Put the vehicle in park and use the parking brake.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 59 — Parking on hills. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
The signal is green, but a police officer controlling the intersection directs you to stop. What should you do?
Correct answer: Obey the officer and stop.
An officer's directions take precedence over the traffic-control device. Stop when directed even though the signal is green.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-402(a); handbook p 50 Required stops, physical PDF p 186. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Where must you avoid placing a rear-facing child safety seat?
Correct answer: In front of an active passenger airbag.
Wyoming expressly prohibits placing a rear-facing infant seat in front of an active airbag. Follow the restraint and vehicle instructions.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, §31-5-1303(a), physical PDF p 251. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
Which arrangement correctly positions an ordinary lap-and-shoulder belt?
Correct answer: Lap belt low over the hips and shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest.
The handbook places the lap belt over the hips, not the stomach, and the shoulder belt across the chest. Routing it under the arm or behind the back removes intended protection.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 29 — Safety belt law — proper fit; p 31 shoulder belt positioning. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
An animal suddenly enters your lane. What general response does Wyoming's handbook recommend?
Correct answer: Keep control, reduce speed as appropriate and avoid a dangerous swerve.
The handbook warns that a sudden swerve can increase personal-injury risk. Brake as safely as possible while keeping the vehicle controlled and on the road.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 73 — Share with animals — unavoidable collision. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
The accelerator remains stuck after you try to free it with your foot. What should you do?
Correct answer: Shift to neutral, steer smoothly, brake and pull off safely.
If the pedal cannot be freed, shift to neutral (or disengage the clutch), keep steering, brake to a safe stop and then turn off the ignition. Have the fault repaired.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 81 — Gas pedal sticks. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
You are stranded in snow and will briefly run the engine for warmth. Which precaution is essential?
Correct answer: Keep the exhaust pipe clear and allow ventilation while using the heater intermittently.
A snow-blocked exhaust and poor ventilation can allow deadly fumes inside. The handbook recommends staying with the vehicle, clearing the exhaust and using intermittent heat with fresh air.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 80 — Blizzards — exhaust and ventilation. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
You enter a signed work zone at night but cannot see any workers. Should you assume normal-road speed and spacing are safe?
Correct answer: No; changed traffic patterns and other hazards may remain, so follow controls and remain cautious.
Extra care is needed through a construction zone even when no work activity is visible. Obey the controls and remain ready for workers or equipment.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 85 — Road construction — care without apparent activity. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
After safely pulling over for police, what does Wyoming's handbook tell you to do while waiting for the officer?
Correct answer: Stay in the vehicle with your hands visible on the steering wheel unless directed otherwise.
Park in a safe location, keep your hands visible and wait for the officer's directions. Do not get out or make sudden reaches unless instructed.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 39 — What to do when stopped by law enforcement. Current linked edition checked September 29, 2026. ↗
A steady red arrow controls your right turn. No sign prohibits a turn on red. Under Wyoming law, what may you do?
Correct answer: Stop completely, yield, then turn right cautiously if the way is clear.
Wyoming's statutory turn exception applies to any steady red signal, including a red arrow. A full stop and yielding remain required.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, physical PDF p 188 — §31-5-403(a)(iii)(B)–(C). Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
You face red on a one-way street and intend to turn left into another one-way street. No sign prohibits the turn. Which action is allowed?
Correct answer: Stop, yield to lawful traffic and pedestrians, and turn cautiously when safe.
The left-on-red exception is specifically one-way to one-way, after stopping and yielding. It is not a general left-turn permission.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, physical PDF p 188 — §31-5-403(a)(iii)(C). Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
A circular signal changes from green to steady yellow. What change is it warning you about?
Correct answer: The green movement is ending and red will follow.
Steady yellow warns that the green movement is ending or a red indication is about to appear; it is not an instruction to accelerate.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, physical PDF p 187 — §31-5-403(a)(ii)(A). Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
A stop sign has no marked stop line, but there is a crosswalk on the near side of the intersection. Where must you stop?
Correct answer: Before entering the near crosswalk.
Wyoming's stop hierarchy starts with the marked line. If there is none, stop before the near crosswalk, or otherwise at the nearest point with a view before entering.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, physical PDF p 164 — §31-5-222(b). Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
For an ordinary right or left turn, what is Wyoming's minimum continuous signal distance before turning?
Correct answer: The last 100 feet traveled.
Signal continuously for at least the last 100 feet before the turn. At higher speed, give other road users enough advance notice.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, physical PDF p 162 — §31-5-217(b); handbook p 51. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
You emerge from a residential driveway across a sidewalk. What must you do before crossing the sidewalk area?
Correct answer: Stop before entering it, check for pedestrians and yield before joining the street.
The statute requires a stop before driving onto the sidewalk area from a driveway in a business or residence district. Yield to sidewalk users and approaching roadway traffic.
Source: Current Wyoming Statutes Title 31, physical PDF p 194 — §31-5-506; §§31-5-609 and 31-5-223 also checked. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
You approach your exit while circulating through a Wyoming roundabout. What does the handbook direct?
Correct answer: Signal your exit and yield to pedestrians as you leave.
The handbook directs a turn signal when leaving and yielding to pedestrians at the exit. Continue through the roundabout rather than stopping unnecessarily.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 48 — Roundabouts — step 4. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
An emergency vehicle approaches while you are already in a roundabout. What does Wyoming's handbook recommend?
Correct answer: Continue to your exit, leave the roundabout, then pull over to the right.
Do not block the roundabout. Exit first, then pull right so the emergency vehicle can pass.
Source: Wyoming Driver License Manual 2021 (August 2021), printed/physical p 49 — Right of way involving emergency vehicles — roundabout. Reviewed September 29, 2026. ↗
