Florida DMV Permit Test Speed, Passing, and Parking Summary

Florida law sets a 30 mph limit in business or residence districts unless a different limit is posted.

Wrong choices

• 35 mph: 35 mph is faster than the Florida default.
• 25 mph: 25 mph is not the Florida default for these areas; the law sets 30 mph.
• 45 mph: 45 mph is far above the default for business and residential areas.

Unless another limit is posted, the speed limit on roads outside business and residence districts is 55 mph.

Wrong choices

• 65 mph: 65 mph may be posted on some highways, but it is not the default limit.
• 70 mph: 70 mph is the highest limit and must be posted; it is not the default.
• 45 mph: 45 mph is lower than the default.

You must signal continuously during at least the last 100 feet before you turn.

Wrong choices

• At least 25 feet: 25 feet does not give other drivers enough warning.
• Only when you begin turning the wheel: The signal must be given before the turn, during the last 100 feet.
• At least 50 feet: 50 feet is too short; Florida requires at least 100 feet.

Florida law forbids parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant so fire crews can reach it.

Wrong choices

• You may park right next to it if you stay in the car: Even a car with someone in it may not park within 15 feet.
• No closer than 5 feet: 5 feet is too close; it would block firefighters.
• No closer than 10 feet: 10 feet is still too close under Florida law.

Do not park within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. This keeps pedestrians visible to drivers.

Wrong choices

• No closer than 10 feet: 10 feet is too close. Florida requires 20 feet.
• No closer than 5 feet: 5 feet would hide pedestrians from other drivers.
• You may park right up to the crosswalk line: You must leave 20 feet so drivers and pedestrians can see each other.

Florida's basic speed rule says you may not drive faster than is reasonable and safe for the conditions, such as rain, fog, or heavy traffic, even if the posted limit is higher.

Wrong choices

• The same speed as the cars around you: Matching others is not a defense if their speed is unsafe.
• The minimum speed posted for the road: A minimum speed does not tell you what is safe; drive at a speed that fits the conditions.
• 55 mph, because that is the posted limit: The posted limit is the most you may drive in good conditions. In heavy rain you must slow down.

When passing a bicycle in the same lane, leave at least 3 feet between your vehicle and the bicycle. If you cannot do that safely, stay behind until you can.

Wrong choices

• No set distance, as long as you do not touch the bicycle: Florida sets a clear minimum of 3 feet.
• At least 1 foot: 1 foot is far too close to a cyclist.
• At least 2 feet: 2 feet is less than the Florida minimum.

The maximum speed limit on Florida limited access highways is 70 mph. The actual limit is whatever is posted, up to 70.

Wrong choices

• 75 mph: 75 mph is above the Florida maximum.
• 65 mph: 65 mph may be posted, but the maximum allowed is 70 mph.
• 80 mph: 80 mph is far above the Florida maximum.

You should normally pass on the left, and only when the way ahead is clear and passing is allowed. Return to your lane when it is safe.

Wrong choices

• On the right, if the other driver is slow: Passing on the right on a two-lane road is unsafe and generally not allowed.
• On the right shoulder: Driving on the shoulder to pass is not allowed.
• On whichever side has more room: Passing is normally done on the left, not wherever there is room.

Do not park within 30 feet on the approach to a stop sign, flashing signal, or traffic light on the side of the road, so other drivers can see it.

Wrong choices

• No closer than 20 feet: 20 feet is the rule for a crosswalk at an intersection.
• No closer than 50 feet: 50 feet is the rule for the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.
• No closer than 15 feet: 15 feet is the rule for a fire hydrant, not a stop sign.