Washington State Knowledge Test Cheat Sheet 2026

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

1. In Washington, drinking and driving with a child under 16 in the vehicle is: → An aggravated DUI with enhanced penalties
2. How should a driver respond to a funeral procession in Washington? → Yield to the procession; do not cut between vehicles in the procession
3. How far from a stop sign must you not park in Washington State? → 30 feet
4. What is the safest action when a tire blows out while driving in Washington? → Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and steer straight
5. What is the speed limit in an alley in Washington State? → 10 mph
6. In Washington, which vehicle must yield when a bus is pulling back into traffic from a bus stop? → Drivers must yield to a bus signaling to re-enter traffic
7. How far in advance must you signal before turning or changing lanes in Washington? → 100 feet
8. How long do Washington drivers have to report a change of address to the DOL after moving? → 30 days
9. How far from a marked crosswalk at an intersection are you prohibited from parking? → 20 feet
10. When parking on a hill with NO curb, which direction should you turn your front wheels? → Toward the right edge of the road or shoulder
11. When driving near a bicyclist at night in Washington, you should: → Reduce speed and give extra space since visibility is reduced
12. Under Washington law, when must a driver report a collision to law enforcement? → When damage exceeds $1,000 or there are injuries or fatalities
13. What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane in Washington? → Ease off the gas and steer gently straight
14. How far from a fire hydrant must you park in Washington State? → 15 feet
15. What is lane splitting, and what is its legal status in Washington State? → Riding between lanes of traffic; it is illegal
16. A flashing red traffic light means you must: → Stop, then go when safe
17. A driver approaching a yield sign in Washington must: → Slow down and give right of way to conflicting traffic
18. When parking your vehicle facing uphill next to a curb, which direction should you turn your front wheels? → To the left, away from the curb
19. What is the best strategy to avoid driving impaired in Washington? → Plan a designated driver or use a rideshare service before drinking
20. In Washington, when passing a bicyclist on the road, how much space must you provide? → 3 feet of clearance
21. In Washington, when two vehicles on different roads reach an intersection at the same time, which must yield? → The vehicle on the unpaved road
22. Who has the right of way when a vehicle approaches an intersection where an emergency vehicle is approaching with lights and siren? → The emergency vehicle always has right of way
23. In Washington, pedestrians must use sidewalks when they are available. If no sidewalk exists, pedestrians should walk: → On the left side facing oncoming traffic
24. What does an orange construction sign indicate in Washington? → A temporary traffic control zone ahead
25. Over-the-counter antihistamines can affect driving by causing: → Drowsiness that impairs driving ability
26. What is the approximate time it takes for the liver to process one standard drink? → 1 hour
27. A double solid yellow center line means: → Passing is prohibited for traffic in both directions
28. What is the maximum speed on Washington State freeways unless otherwise posted? → 70 mph
29. In Washington, what is the default speed limit in a residential area unless otherwise posted? → 30 mph
30. How does fatigue affect driving in ways similar to alcohol? → It impairs judgment, slows reaction time, and reduces attention