LTO Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield LTO facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. What is the professional driver's duty regarding physical fitness before operating a public utility vehicle? → They must ensure they are physically and mentally fit before driving
2. A broken (dashed) white line between lanes of traffic going the same direction means: → Lane changes are permitted when safe
3. What does 'implied consent' mean in the context of driver's licensing? → By driving on public roads, you consent to chemical testing if suspected of impairment
4. What offense is committed when a driver uses a handheld mobile phone while driving in a zone that prohibits it? → Distracted driving violation
5. Under RA 10586, what is the maximum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) allowed for non-professional drivers in the Philippines? → 0.05%
6. When parking on an uphill slope with a curb, which direction should the front wheels be turned? → Away from the curb (left)
7. Which condition most significantly increases stopping distance on a dry road? → Driving at twice the speed
8. A rectangular green sign with white lettering on a highway typically provides: → Distance and destination information
9. An orange sign with black letters reading 'ROAD WORK AHEAD' is classified as a: → Temporary traffic control sign
10. You are driving on a road without a center line. Which side of the road should you use? → The right side
11. What should the very first step be that you take while following the green cross code? → Stop
12. A solid yellow line on your side of the road's center means: → You may not cross the yellow line to pass
13. What is the maximum speed limit allowed in a school zone? → 20 kph
14. What does a blue circular sign with a white arrow pointing straight ahead mean? → Mandatory direction — you MUST proceed straight ahead
15. When a driver is involved in an accident resulting in injury, what is the FIRST duty they must perform? → Render aid to any injured persons before anything else
16. What is the primary purpose of the Motor Vehicle User's Charge (MVUC) collected under RA 8794? → To finance road construction, maintenance, and road safety programs
17. A round sign with a red circle and a black symbol of a horn with a red slash through it means: → No blowing of horn.
18. Which of the following is a driver's legal obligation when passing a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights? → Move over one lane or slow down significantly
19. A sign with a red circle, a red line through it, and the letter 'U' means: → U-turns are prohibited
20. What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign typically indicate? → Warning of a potential hazard or road condition ahead
21. Which law governs the use of child restraint systems for young passengers in the Philippines? → RA 11229 (Child Safety in Motor Vehicles Act)
22. A driver convicted of vehicular homicide through negligence will typically face: → Criminal prosecution, possible imprisonment, and permanent license revocation
23. Which document proves you are legally allowed to drive a commercial vehicle weighing over 26,001 lbs? → A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
24. An orange construction zone sign with a flagger symbol means: → A flagger is controlling traffic ahead
25. When a driver flees the scene of an accident causing property damage, this is known as: → Hit-and-run
26. If a driver's brakes fail while driving, which of the following is the BEST immediate action? → Pump the brake pedal rapidly and downshift to a lower gear
27. What is the correct lane position when making a left turn from a two-way street? → As close to the center line as possible
28. Which of the following is a responsibility of the vehicle owner under RA 4136? → Ensuring the vehicle is registered and has valid CTPL insurance
29. What does it mean when the oil pressure warning light turns on while driving? → There is a critical drop in oil pressure requiring immediate stop
30. You and a few other cars are about to enter an unsupervised intersection. Assume that which of the following signs is present? → A stop sign