How is variant 5 different from the primary Nebraska test?

Variant 5 draws from a different slice of the Nebraska question pool. It is the same length and difficulty as the primary test.

How many questions does variant 5 have?

Variant 5 has 46 questions, matching the primary Nebraska test.

Are answers and explanations included?

Yes. Each question has the accepted answer plus an explanation with citations to the official handbook.

If your accelerator (gas pedal) gets stuck while you are driving, what is the first thing you should do?

Shift to neutral and try to free the pedal

Jump out of the car while it is moving

Slam on the brakes to stop the car instantly

Turn off the ignition immediately to stop the engine

When are you required to turn on your headlights in Nebraska?

From sunset to sunrise and in low visibility

Only when it is raining or snowing heavily

When your vehicle's dashboard lights turn on

Only when driving on unlit rural roads

You are approaching a crosswalk where a pedestrian is waiting to cross the street. What must you do?

Stop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian

Slow down slightly and wave them to cross

Speed up to get through before they step out

Honk to tell them it is safe to cross

You are approaching a lane with a green arrow pointing down. What does this signal mean?

The lane is closed for construction

You must change lanes immediately

You are driving on a wet road and the steering wheel suddenly feels light. What is happening?

Your tires are losing traction and you are hydroplaning.

You are driving too slowly for the road conditions.

Your steering system has failed.

You have hit a patch of black ice.

Which sign shape and color is used to tell you to stop?

A red octagon (eight-sided) shape.

A white rectangle with black text.

A green square with white text.

You are driving behind a large truck and cannot see the driver in their side mirrors. Where are you?

In the truck's blind spot where the driver cannot see you.

In a passing zone where you can speed up.

In a safe spot where the driver can see you.

In a zone where the truck driver can wave to you.

You are driving and your accelerator pedal gets stuck. The car will not slow down. What is the first thing you should do?

Shift into neutral to disconnect the engine from the wheels

Pump the brakes hard to stop the car

Turn off the engine immediately to stop the car

Open the door and jump out of the car

You are 19 years old and have one beer. Can you legally drive?

No, because the limit for drivers under 21 is 0.02%.

No, but only if they are driving a school bus.

Yes, because one beer is not enough to get drunk.

Yes, if they wait 30 minutes after finishing the drink.

Which road sign tells you that a railroad crossing is ahead?

A round yellow sign with a black X and two R's

A yellow diamond with a picture of a train

A white square with a red X and the letter R

A rectangular white sign with the word 'STOP'

What is the first big penalty you will face if you drive without insurance in Nebraska?

Your license and registration will be suspended

Your car will be towed to a police station

You will go to jail for 30 days immediately

You will pay a $500 fine and nothing else

If police arrest you for DUI in Nebraska, what happens to your driving rights? This question involves the Implied Consent Law.

Your license is automatically suspended for refusing the test.

You can choose to take the test later at home.

You get a warning but keep your license.

The officer must wait 24 hours before testing you.

Which action is the best way to prevent driving while drowsy?

Pull over in a safe place and take a short nap

Roll down the windows and talk on the phone

Open the window and drink a caffeinated beverage

Turn up the radio volume to stay alert

You are driving on a two-lane road with a solid yellow line on your side. What does this mean?

You are not allowed to pass in this area

You may pass only if no cars are coming

You may pass if the road is clear

You must slow down and wait for a green light

What happens to your license if you refuse a breath or blood test? A police officer in Nebraska may ask you to take this test.

Your license is suspended automatically under the Implied Consent law

You get a fine but keep your license

The officer must let you go if you refuse

You can take the test later the next day

When entering a highway from an on-ramp, what should you do?

Use the acceleration lane to match the speed of traffic

Stop at the end of the ramp to look for traffic

Stay in the left lane to pass slower cars

Turn on your emergency flashers while merging

What happens to your driving skills after you have had just one or two drinks?

Your vision and judgment start to get worse immediately

Your driving skills stay the same until you have three drinks

Your car handles better because you feel more confident

You become more alert and react faster to danger

Before you change lanes to the right, what must you do first?

Check your blind spot by looking over your right shoulder.

Wait until the car behind you stops.

Honk your horn to warn other drivers.

You are driving behind a bicyclist on a two-lane road. What is the minimum distance you must leave when passing?

You can pass as close as possible

You want to change lanes to the left. What is the safest way to check if the lane is clear?

Check your side mirror and look over your left shoulder.

Look only in the left side mirror.

Rely on the passenger to check for you.

Assume the lane is clear if you do not hear a horn.

After you have your license suspended for a serious violation, what must you do to get it back?

You must file proof of financial responsibility (SR-22) with the DMV

Wait 30 days and your license is automatically restored

You must take a new written test

You must pay a fee and nothing else is needed

You are driving behind a school bus. The bus stops and flashes its red lights. What must you do?

Stop at least 20 feet away and wait until the lights turn off

Speed up to pass the bus before the children get on

Slow down to 20 mph and pass carefully

Honk your horn to let the bus driver know you are there

When you are driving behind a motorcycle, why should you leave more space than usual?

A fall could happen quickly, and you need room to react.

It helps the motorcyclist see your brake lights better.

Motorcycles have wider tires and need extra lane space.

Motorcycles are slower and need more room to stop.

If you pass a school bus that is stopped with flashing red lights, what is a possible penalty?

A fine of up to $500 and a 60-day license suspension

A fine of $200 and 2 points on your license

A fine of $50 and a required safety course

You want to change lanes to the right. What is the correct order of steps?

Signal, check mirrors, check blind spot, then change lanes

Check the blind spot, signal, then look in the mirror

Look in the mirror, turn the wheel, then check the blind spot

Change lanes first, then signal to tell others you moved

How does the Nebraska point system work when you commit a traffic violation?

Points are added to your license based on the severity of the violation

Points are only given for speeding, not other mistakes

You lose points from your total every time you drive safely

Points are removed automatically after 30 days

When must you turn on your headlights in Nebraska?

When visibility is less than 500 feet

When the windshield wipers are on continuously

Only when it is completely dark outside

Only when driving at speeds over 55 mph

When you see a motorcyclist ahead of you, how much space should you leave between your car and them?

The same full space as you would for a car

Closer than a car because they are small

Half the space you leave for a car

After a serious accident, what might the DMV require you to prove before you can drive again?

Proof of financial responsibility (SR-22 form) for three years.

A promise to never drive more than 10 miles from home.

A letter from your doctor saying you are fit to drive.

A new driver's license test and a fresh background check.

You see a vehicle with an orange triangle on the back. What does this mean?

It is a slow-moving farm vehicle or equipment.

It is an emergency vehicle with flashing lights.

It is a construction vehicle that is stopped.

It is a car with a broken tail light.

You see a slow-moving vehicle with an orange triangle sign on the back. What should you do?

Slow down and wait for a safe passing zone

Tailgate them to show they are going too slow

Honk your horn to make them go faster

When driving at night, when must you use your high-beam headlights?

When there are no other vehicles within 500 feet

When you are within 500 feet of an oncoming car

When you are following another vehicle closely

When the streetlights are bright enough to see clearly

When you are driving on a two-lane road and see a solid yellow line on your side, what does it mean?

You must not pass another vehicle.

You may pass if the way is clear.

How does the Nebraska point system affect your driving record?

Points are added to your record for traffic violations and can lead to suspension.

Points are only used for commercial trucks, not regular cars.

Points help you get a discount on your car insurance.

Points are given only for speeding and removed after one year.

What is the minimum liability insurance you need to drive legally in Nebraska?

$25,000 for one person, $50,000 total, and $25,000 for property

$100,000 for all injuries and $50,000 for property

$10,000 for injury and $20,000 for property

$50,000 for all injuries and $10,000 for property

What must you do when you see a red octagonal sign on the road?

Come to a complete stop before the limit line

Stop only if a police officer is watching

Slow down and look for other cars

Yield to traffic and proceed if clear

A bicyclist is riding in your lane, and you need to pass them. How close can you get to them?

Right next to them to be friendly

When are you allowed to pass another vehicle on the right side of the road?

When the vehicle ahead is turning left and there is a clear lane to pass.

When the driver ahead signals a turn but does not move over.

When you are driving faster than the speed limit to make up time.

When you are in a heavy traffic jam and need to squeeze by.

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Variant 5 overview

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What you'll learn from this variant

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