Question 1

How many questions are on West Virginia's permit knowledge test, and what's the passing score?

Accepted Answer

25 questions, with at least 19 correct (76%) to pass — West Virginia's permit knowledge test has 25 questions, and an applicant needs at least 19 correct (76%) to pass — an unusually specific threshold.

Question 2

Which agency issues West Virginia driver's licenses and permits?

Accepted Answer

The Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), part of the Department of Transportation — West Virginia issues driver's licenses through the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), part of the Department of Transportation — a genuine "DMV."

Question 3

What is the minimum age for a West Virginia Level 1 instruction permit?

Accepted Answer

15 — A West Virginia teen may apply for a Level 1 instruction permit starting at age 15.

Question 4

What must a West Virginia applicant under 17 show regarding school?

Accepted Answer

Enrollment and satisfactory academic progress, or compulsory attendance compliance — A West Virginia applicant under 17 must show school enrollment with satisfactory academic progress, or otherwise demonstrate compliance with the state's compulsory attendance law.

Question 5

What is West Virginia's curfew for a Level 1 permit holder?

Accepted Answer

5 a.m. to 10 p.m. — A West Virginia Level 1 permit holder is subject to a curfew of 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Question 6

What passenger restriction applies to a West Virginia Level 1 permit holder?

Accepted Answer

No more than two passengers beyond the supervising adult, unless family — A West Virginia Level 1 permit holder can't carry more than two passengers beyond the supervising adult, unless those passengers are family members.

Question 7

Can a West Virginia Level 1 permit holder use a cell phone while driving?

Accepted Answer

No — device use is banned except to dial 911 in an emergency — A West Virginia Level 1 permit holder can't use a cell phone while driving, with the sole exception of dialing 911 in an emergency.

Question 8

How long must a West Virginia teen hold a Level 1 permit before taking the road test?

Accepted Answer

At least 6 months, with a clean record and 50 supervised hours logged — A West Virginia Level 1 permit must be held for at least 6 months, with a clean driving record and 50 logged supervised hours (including 10 at night), before the road test.

Question 9

What is West Virginia's curfew for a Level 2 (intermediate) license holder?

Accepted Answer

10 p.m. to 5 a.m. — A West Virginia Level 2 license holder can't drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.

Question 10

What passenger restriction applies during the second 6 months of a West Virginia Level 2 license?

Accepted Answer

No more than one non-family passenger under 20 — During the second 6 months of a West Virginia Level 2 license, the holder can't carry more than one non-family passenger under 20 (the first 6 months bar non-family passengers under 20 entirely).

Question 11

At what level does a West Virginia teen driver lose all hour and passenger restrictions?

Accepted Answer

Level 3 — A West Virginia Level 3 license — the full license, available at 17 — removes all restricted hours and passenger-age requirements.

Question 12

What BAC range triggers West Virginia's zero-tolerance DUI charge for a driver under 21?

Accepted Answer

0.02% up to 0.079% — West Virginia charges a driver under 21 with DUI once BAC reaches 0.02% and up to 0.079%, below the standard 0.08% adult threshold.

Question 13

How long is a first-offense license revocation for a West Virginia zero-tolerance conviction?

Accepted Answer

Until the driver turns 21, or 60 days, whichever is longer — A West Virginia first-offense zero-tolerance conviction revokes the license until the driver turns 21, or for 60 days, whichever is longer.

Question 14

What is West Virginia's standard BAC limit for a driver 21 or older?

Accepted Answer

0.08% — West Virginia sets its standard BAC limit at 0.08% for a driver 21 or older, matching the nationwide standard.

Question 15

What is West Virginia's official knowledge-test study resource called?

Accepted Answer

The West Virginia Driver's License Study Guide — West Virginia's official study resource is the West Virginia Driver's License Study Guide, published by the Division of Motor Vehicles.

Question 16

Without signs or signals, who has the right-of-way at a West Virginia intersection?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle approaching from the right — At an uncontrolled intersection, a West Virginia driver yields to the vehicle approaching from the right.

Question 17

What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean in West Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and proceed with caution; no full stop is required — A flashing yellow signal means proceed with caution, unlike a flashing red, which requires a full stop.

Question 18

What does a double solid yellow line mean for passing in West Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Passing is prohibited for traffic traveling in either direction — A double solid yellow line prohibits passing for vehicles traveling in either direction.

Question 19

What following distance should a West Virginia driver keep in good conditions?

Accepted Answer

At least a 3-second gap — A 3-second following gap in good conditions gives a West Virginia driver enough time to react if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly.

Question 20

What must West Virginia drivers do when approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights on an undivided road?

Accepted Answer

Stop in both directions until the lights stop flashing — West Virginia requires traffic in both directions on an undivided road to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights, and to remain stopped until the lights stop flashing.

Question 21

What should a West Virginia driver do at a railroad crossing with no gates or lights?

Accepted Answer

Slow down, look both ways, and listen before crossing — Even without gates or warning lights, a driver should slow down, look both directions, and listen for an approaching train before crossing.

Question 22

What does West Virginia's basic speed law require regardless of the posted limit?

Accepted Answer

A safe speed for current conditions, even if that's below the posted limit — West Virginia's basic speed law requires a safe speed for current conditions, which can mean driving below the posted limit even when it's technically legal to go faster.

Question 23

What is generally true about headlight use in West Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Required a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise — West Virginia generally requires headlights starting a half hour after sunset through a half hour before sunrise, along with any time visibility is poor.

Question 24

What documentation must a West Virginia applicant younger than 18 provide when applying for a permit?

Accepted Answer

A birth certificate plus a parent or guardian signature — A West Virginia applicant younger than 18 must provide a birth certificate or equivalent document along with a parent or legal guardian's signature.

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