Free Colorado DMV Practice Test 2026 (CO)

Question 1

Who must wear a helmet on a motorcycle, autocycle or low-power scooter in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

Every operator and passenger under 18

Answer

All riders regardless of age

Answer

Only passengers

Answer

Only riders on interstates

Question 2

How far before a stopped school bus with alternating flashing red lights must a Colorado driver stop?

Accepted Answer

At least 20 feet

Answer

At least 10 feet

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At least 30 feet

Answer

At least 50 feet

Question 3

On a Colorado divided highway with four or more lanes and a median, which traffic must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?

Accepted Answer

Only traffic behind the bus

Answer

All traffic in both directions

Answer

Only traffic in the lane next to the bus

Answer

No traffic must stop

Question 4

On a Colorado two-lane road, which traffic must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?

Accepted Answer

Traffic in both directions

Answer

Only traffic behind the bus

Answer

Only traffic turning

Answer

Only school-zone traffic

Question 5

On a Colorado highway of five or more lanes with a shared center turn lane, which traffic must stop for a school bus?

Accepted Answer

Only traffic behind the bus

Answer

All traffic in both directions

Answer

Only traffic in the center lane

Answer

No one must stop

Question 6

Approximately how much does each RTD light rail car in Colorado weigh?

Accepted Answer

Up to 40 tons

Answer

Up to 10 tons

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Up to 20 tons

Answer

Up to 80 tons

Question 7

It is acceptable to drive around light-rail traffic gates in Colorado if no train is visible.

Accepted Answer

False

Answer

True

Question 8

If no stop line is visible at a Colorado railroad crossing, how far from the tracks must you stop?

Accepted Answer

At least 10 feet

Answer

At least 5 feet

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At least 15 feet

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At least 25 feet

Question 9

About how far does a freight train traveling 55 mph need to stop?

Accepted Answer

About one mile

Answer

About 500 feet

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About a quarter mile

Answer

About half a mile

Question 10

In Colorado it is illegal to stop your vehicle on railroad tracks.

Accepted Answer

True

Answer

False

Question 11

Colorado's Move Over law applies when you encounter what?

Accepted Answer

Any stationary vehicle on a highway with its hazard lights flashing

Answer

Only police cars

Answer

Only tow trucks

Answer

Only vehicles stopped on the left shoulder

Question 12

If you cannot safely move over for a stopped vehicle with hazards flashing in Colorado, what must you do?

Accepted Answer

Slow to at least 20 mph below the posted speed limit

Answer

Maintain your speed

Answer

Slow to 35 mph

Answer

Stop and wait

Question 13

Passing a stopped emergency vehicle on a Colorado road posted 45 mph or less without changing lanes, you must slow to what speed?

Accepted Answer

25 mph

Answer

15 mph

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20 mph

Answer

35 mph

Question 14

Passing a stopped emergency vehicle where the posted limit is above 45 mph and you cannot change lanes, you must slow to what speed?

Accepted Answer

20 mph below the posted limit

Answer

25 mph

Answer

35 mph

Answer

10 mph below the posted limit

Question 15

What are Colorado's minimum liability insurance limits?

Accepted Answer

$25,000 / $50,000 / $15,000

Answer

$15,000 / $30,000 / $10,000

Answer

$30,000 / $60,000 / $25,000

Answer

$50,000 / $100,000 / $25,000

Question 16

What can happen if you cannot show a Colorado law enforcement officer proof of insurance?

Accepted Answer

Your driver license can be suspended

Answer

Nothing, if you have it at home

Answer

You get one written warning per year

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Only your registration is affected

Question 17

What must you do first at the scene of a crash in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

Stop immediately, check for injuries and render reasonable assistance

Answer

Move your car home before calling anyone

Answer

Post photos for insurance

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Wait for the other driver to speak first

Question 18

What information must Colorado drivers exchange after a crash?

Accepted Answer

Name, address, phone, registration and insurance information

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Name and phone number only

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Driver license number only

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Insurance company name only

Question 19

Under Colorado's Accident Alert Status, how soon must you file an accident report with law enforcement?

Accepted Answer

Within 24 hours

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Within 48 hours

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Within 5 days

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Within 10 days

Question 20

Colorado's "Move It" law requires what after a minor crash on a divided highway?

Accepted Answer

Move drivable vehicles off the highway when no injuries and no drugs or alcohol are involved

Answer

Leave vehicles in place until police arrive

Answer

Push vehicles to the left shoulder only

Answer

Call a tow truck before moving anything

Question 21

When does Colorado law require headlights to be on?

Accepted Answer

From sunset to sunrise, or whenever visibility is less than 1,000 feet

Answer

Only between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.

Answer

Only in rain or snow

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Only when other vehicles are present

Question 22

Within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle must you dim your high beams in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

500 feet

Answer

200 feet

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300 feet

Answer

1,000 feet

Question 23

Within how many feet of a vehicle you are following must you dim your high beams in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

200 feet

Answer

100 feet

Answer

500 feet

Answer

1,000 feet

Question 24

What does Colorado law say about using a mobile phone while driving?

Accepted Answer

It is prohibited except hands-free or to contact law enforcement or fire in an emergency

Answer

It is completely unrestricted

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It is allowed only when stopped at a red light

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It is allowed for drivers over 21 without restriction

Question 25

What is Colorado's rule on wearing earphones while driving?

Accepted Answer

You may not wear earphones covering all or part of both ears

Answer

Earphones are always allowed

Answer

Earphones are allowed only on interstates

Answer

Only wired earphones are prohibited

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