Utah: Distractions, fatigue and aggressive driving — Part 2 Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “On long trips, how often does the handbook say to plan a break from driving?” · “A person convicted of a texting violation is guilty of what, and what is the maximum fine?”
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Utah Driver Handbook" (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), Utah Department of Public Safety, Driver License Division.
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On long trips, how often does the handbook say to plan a break from driving?
- Every hour
- Every three hours
- Every two hours
- Every four hours
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Correct answer: Every two hours
The handbook says to plan to stop every two hours during long trips to take a break from driving.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 57 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 57)
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Which of these does the handbook list as something to do before a road trip?
- Plan to drive straight through without stops to save time
- Have another person go along to watch your driving
- Choose a route with no rest areas on it
- Eat a large meal right before you leave
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Correct answer: Have another person go along to watch your driving
Before a trip, the handbook advises having another person along to watch your driving.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 57 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 57)
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If you start to feel tired while driving, what does the handbook suggest?
- Open the windows and turn up the radio to stay awake
- Keep driving at a steady speed until the feeling passes
- Pull off at an exit or rest area and take a 20-minute power nap
- Speed up to reach your destination before you fall asleep
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Correct answer: Pull off at an exit or rest area and take a 20-minute power nap
The handbook says to stop driving, pull off at an exit or rest area and take a 20-minute power nap, or find a place to sleep for the night.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 58 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 58)
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According to the ways to avoid fatigue, when should you not drive?
- Late at night
- At dawn
- In mid-afternoon
- Right after lunch
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Correct answer: Late at night
Among the ways to avoid fatigue, the handbook says not to drive late at night.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 58 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 58)
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Which is a warning sign of drowsiness listed in the handbook?
- Feeling unusually alert and talkative
- Noticing every road sign well before you reach it
- Steering smoothly in the center of your lane
- Hitting a rumble strip or drifting from your lane
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Correct answer: Hitting a rumble strip or drifting from your lane
Hitting a rumble strip or drifting from your lane is listed as a warning sign of drowsiness.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 58 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 58)
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Which of these is a warning sign of drowsiness?
- You feel hungry soon after a large meal
- You can't remember the last few miles you drove
- You feel too warm and want a drink of water
- You are talking with a passenger about the trip
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Correct answer: You can't remember the last few miles you drove
Being unable to remember the last few miles driven is a warning sign of drowsiness.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 58 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 58)
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Which of these is a warning sign of drowsiness?
- Tailgating or missing traffic signs
- Slowing down well before every stop sign
- Checking your mirrors every few seconds
- Passing other vehicles only when it is safe
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Correct answer: Tailgating or missing traffic signs
Tailgating or missing traffic signs is listed among the warning signs of drowsiness.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 58 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 58)
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Under Utah's handheld wireless communication device (HWC) rule, which action is prohibited while operating a moving motor vehicle on a highway?
- Using voice commands to connect to a call, if over 18
- Manually accessing the internet on the device
- Using hands-free GPS functions
- Reporting a medical emergency with hands-free technology
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Correct answer: Manually accessing the internet on the device
The rule bars manually writing, sending or reading written communication, which includes dialing a number, accessing the internet and viewing or recording video.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 58 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 58)
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What does Utah law allow drivers over 18 to do with an HWC device while driving?
- Talk, as long as voice commands are used to connect to the call
- Talk, as long as the device is held against the ear
- Talk, but only while stopped in traffic
- Talk, as long as the call lasts less than five minutes
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Correct answer: Talk, as long as voice commands are used to connect to the call
Utah law allows drivers over 18 to talk on an HWC device while driving as long as voice commands are used to connect to the call.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 59 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 59)
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When using hands-free and voice-activated technology, which of these does the law allow?
- Playing games on the device
- Streaming video for passengers
- Using GPS functions
- Taking photographs of the road
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Correct answer: Using GPS functions
With hands-free and voice-activated technology, the law allows using GPS functions and reporting safety hazards, criminal activity and medical emergencies.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 59 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 59)
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For which purpose may a driver under 18 use an HWC device while operating a motor vehicle?
- Calling a friend about weekend plans
- Communicating with a parent or legal guardian
- Looking up a restaurant on the internet
- Sending a text message to a classmate
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Correct answer: Communicating with a parent or legal guardian
Drivers under 18 may use an HWC device only for a medical emergency, reporting a safety hazard, reporting criminal activity, or communicating with a parent or legal guardian.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 59 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 59)
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A person convicted of a texting violation is guilty of what, and what is the maximum fine?
- A Class A misdemeanor with a maximum fine of $100
- A Class C misdemeanor with a maximum fine of $500
- An infraction with a maximum fine of $50
- A Class C misdemeanor with a maximum fine of $100
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Correct answer: A Class C misdemeanor with a maximum fine of $100
A texting conviction is a Class C misdemeanor with a maximum fine of $100.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 59 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 59)
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A texting violation becomes a Class B misdemeanor in which situation?
- If the texting happens in a school zone or work zone
- If the driver texts for longer than one minute
- If there is bodily injury or a previous violation
- If the driver was also driving above the speed limit
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Correct answer: If there is bodily injury or a previous violation
The offense is raised to a Class B misdemeanor if the driver inflicts bodily injury or has a previous violation for this offense.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 59 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 59)
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What can an officer do if they observe a driver texting?
- Pull the driver over
- Only send a warning by mail later
- Cite the driver only if another violation is seen
- Only note the plate and wait for a complaint
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Correct answer: Pull the driver over
The handbook says officers may pull a driver over if they observe the driver texting.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 59 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 59)
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When may a conviction for a texting violation lead to suspension of your license?
- When the judge has ordered the suspension
- Automatically, on every texting conviction
- Only when the violation also caused a crash
- Only when you are under 21 years of age
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Correct answer: When the judge has ordered the suspension
A texting conviction leads to suspension when the judge orders it.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 71 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 71)
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How many points does texting while driving add to your record?
- 30 points
- 40 points
- 60 points
- 50 points
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Correct answer: 50 points
Texting while driving carries 50 points.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 72 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 72)
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What are driver-assist safety features meant to do?
- Assist you in driving, not drive the vehicle for you
- Allow you to skip head checks and mirror use
- Replace the need to look at the road
- Take over driving so you can relax and look away
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Correct answer: Assist you in driving, not drive the vehicle for you
Safety features only assist; you must stay engaged and focused on driving.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 90 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 90)