Safe Driving Habits — Louisiana Driver's License Practice Test

This Louisiana Driver's License Safe Driving Habits practice set has 198 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 80% on the real Louisiana Driver's License knowledge test to pass.

Sample questions

Three questions from the Safe Driving Habits bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.

1. Which of the following is a factor that determines a driver's attitude?

   • Personality and developmental factors — Correct answer
   • The color of the vehicle
   • The price paid for the car
   • The brand of fuel used

   Explanation: A driver's attitude is shaped by demographic, personality, developmental, environment, driving environment, and driving ability factors.

   Handbook: Safe Driving Habits — Driver Attitude

2. What does defensive driving mean?

   • A proactive attitude that anticipates hazards instead of simply reacting — Correct answer
   • Driving as fast as legally allowed at all times
   • Relying on other drivers to avoid you
   • Reacting only after a hazard occurs

   Explanation: Defensive driving is a proactive attitude — anticipating potential hazards instead of merely reacting, watching 'the other guy,' and taking responsibility for yourself.

   Handbook: Safe Driving Habits — Defensive Driving

3. According to National Safety Council guidelines, what should you do before starting the engine?

   • Secure every passenger and lock all doors — Correct answer
   • Roll down all the windows
   • Rev the engine for a minute
   • Adjust the radio volume to maximum

   Explanation: Secure every passenger (including children and pets) and lock all doors before starting the engine; remember that driving too fast or too slow increases collision likelihood.

   Handbook: Safe Driving Habits — Before You Start