Washington State Knowledge Test Vehicle Registration, Insurance, and Required Equipment

Question 1

Who is responsible for ensuring that passengers under age 16 are properly restrained?

Accepted Answer

The driver

Answer

The driver is responsible for ensuring that all passengers under 16 are properly restrained.

Question 2

Children under age 13 should ride where in a vehicle, whenever practical?

Accepted Answer

In the back seat

Answer

Washington law requires children under 13 to ride in the back seat when practical, because the back seat is generally safer.

Question 3

A child must use a booster seat until they reach what height, unless they are old enough for a seat belt to fit?

Accepted Answer

4 feet 9 inches

Answer

Children must use a booster seat until they are 4 feet 9 inches tall, when adult seat belts fit properly.

Question 4

What must a driver in Washington be able to show if stopped by law enforcement?

Accepted Answer

Proof of liability insurance

Answer

Drivers must carry proof of liability insurance (paper or electronic) and show it to an officer on request.

Question 5

Washington's minimum liability insurance requirement includes how much coverage for injury to one person?

Accepted Answer

$25,000

Answer

Washington's minimum liability coverage is $25,000 per person for bodily injury, $50,000 per accident, and $10,000 for property damage.

Washington State Knowledge Test Practice Test