Traffic Laws and Regulations Flashcards
6 cards from real CT DMV practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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What is the maximum speed limit on Connecticut interstate highways unless otherwise posted?
Answer: 65 mph
Connecticut's maximum speed limit on most interstate highways is 65 mph unless a lower limit is posted.
Connecticut law requires that all passengers under age 8 be secured in:
Answer: An appropriate child restraint system
Children under 8 must be secured in an appropriate child restraint system (car seat or booster) meeting federal safety standards.
In Connecticut, what must a driver do when an emergency vehicle with sirens and lights approaches?
Answer: Pull to the right and stop
Drivers must pull to the right side of the road and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.
Connecticut's distracted driving law prohibits which action while driving?
Answer: Reading, writing, or sending electronic messages
Connecticut law specifically bans reading, writing, or sending text messages or emails while operating a vehicle.
When parallel parking in Connecticut, your vehicle must be within how many inches of the curb?
Answer: 18 inches
Connecticut requires parked vehicles to be within 12 inches of the curb to avoid obstructing traffic.
Under Connecticut law, who is responsible for ensuring passengers under 16 are buckled?
Answer: The driver of the vehicle
Connecticut places responsibility on the driver to ensure all passengers under age 16 are properly restrained.