WA Learner's Permit Theory Test — All Questions

You reach a red octagonal STOP sign at an intersection. What must you do?

• a.Slow and continue if it seems clear
• b.Come to a complete stop behind the line, then give way before entering✓
• c.Stop only if a vehicle is approaching
• d.Flash your headlights and drive on

A STOP sign means a complete stop behind the line every time, then give way before you enter. (Drive Safe)

A triangular GIVE WAY sign faces you. What does it mean?

• a.Stop completely every time
• b.Give way only to vehicles on your left
• c.Slow down and, if necessary, stop, to give way to traffic and pedestrians✓
• d.It is only advisory

A GIVE WAY sign means slow down and be ready to stop so you can give way to traffic and pedestrians. (Drive Safe)

You see a round sign showing a red circle with a red line through a symbol. What does this type of sign generally indicate?

• a.A warning about wildlife
• b.A place to park
• c.A tourist route
• d.A prohibition; something you must not do✓

A red circle with a diagonal line through a symbol is a prohibition sign, telling you what you must not do (for example, no right turn). (Drive Safe)

A yellow diamond-shaped sign shows a symbol of two children. What is it telling you?

• a.A warning that children may be nearby, so slow down and take care✓
• b.A legal minimum speed you must maintain
• c.That parking is allowed here
• d.That the road ahead is closed

Yellow diamond signs are warnings. A children symbol warns you to slow down and watch for children, for example near a school or crossing. (Drive Safe)

The traffic light shows a yellow (amber) light as you approach. What should you do?

• a.Always accelerate through
• b.Stop if you can do so safely, as the light is about to turn red✓
• c.Ignore it and continue at your speed
• d.Reverse away from the intersection

A yellow light means stop if it is safe to do so; only continue if stopping would be unsafe. (Drive Safe)