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1. Practice is the keyAlso Read - Breaking News LIVE: 22 Dead, Dozens Missing In Venezuela Landslide Triggered Due To Torrential Rains

Practicing is the actual key for passing your official road test, so it is advisable that you should get wheel practice as much as possible. Moreover, learning of rules and regulation is crucial but hands-on experience is also very much imperative, so make sure you get proper hands-on the vehicle while training. Appropriate hands-on experience will help you understand your vehicle, which will assist you to drive properly especially when other people drive on the road. Also Read - Live I Delhi-NCR-UP Rains Updates: Schools Across Noida, Ghaziabad, Agra Lucknow, Kanpur Closed

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2. Relax before the test

It is perfectly alright to be nervous about your official road test, so don’t let the pressure take over you. Make sure to relax by taking a deep breath and exhale by counting at 10. Continue to this till you find yourself calm and relaxed. Always remember it is very essential to be calm and composed during your road test.

3. Always use common sense

During your road test exam, it is very important to use common sense. Keep your cell phone away and pay attention on your exam. A little common sense applied pays off well when behind the wheel, especially when snooping eyes are watching every move of yours. Make sure you don’t over speed, focus on the signage. Just stick to basics and don’t do anything that doesn’t go your way.

4. Always keep both hands on wheel

Another useful suggestion that will assist you to ace your driving test is to keep both your hands on the wheel. Make sure you grab the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o’clock position, as it is safe and effective strategy for passing your road test.

5. Always look ahead

While driving, it is very important to look far ahead of the vehicle as you need to keep a watch on the road. Make sure your eyes are on the road during your road test and you also need to focus on the things happening on the road. The sooner you observe something on the road, faster will be your reaction which will keep you and other passengers safe during such scenarios. So, keeping a close watch on the road is crucial.

6. Don’t be afraid to ask

During the road test, don’t be terrified of asking any question to the examiner. If you don’t realize what the examiner has asked you to execute, simply ask him to repeat his / her instructions again. This will help you understand his / her instructions clearly.

7. Amend to driving conditions

While learning, it is advisable that you should learn driving at different times such as sunny weather, wet conditions, in slippery conditions or icy conditions. Learning to drive at such conditions will provide you with necessary experience and keep you prepared for any certain eventuality during your road test.

8. Avoid bad habits and common mistakes

It is essential to keep your basics right and avoid following pitfall mistakes such as not checking the mirrors, inadequate observation while reverse parking or moving away, incorrect positioning and inapt vehicle speed. It is essential that you should be aware of these bad habits, and certainly need to avoid them during your road test.

These are tips and handy set of instructions that you need to keep in your mind and follow in order to ace your driver’s test.

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Published Date: November 12, 2015 10:58 PM IST

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Ready to hit the open road? Passing a driver's test may seem tough (or even a bit intimidating), but with the right tools, it's sure to be a snap. We'll walk you through everything you need to know—from the written to the practical test—so you can finally get those papers and get behind the wheel. Independence, freedom, and adventure await; to learn how you can pass your driving test, read on!

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   Make sure your car is ready for the test. Your registration and insurance should be easily accessible. Tires should be inflated properly and in good condition, lights will all need to be working, windshield wipers functional,[1] with the washer reservoir filled, all instruments—especially the speedometer—working and accurate, and turn the radio off when you get there.

   • There should be no cracks in the windshield.
   • Make sure your car isn't belching smoke. If the examiner feels like your car might be unsafe, they can turn you away.
   • Adjust the seat to fit your body height and style. You should sit at least 10 inches (25cm)[2] from the steering wheel and your hands should be bent at approximately 45 degrees, holding the steering wheel at 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock.[3]
   • Make sure your feet reach the pedals properly, so you're not stretching to reach them, or bunched up in your seat.

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   Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your appointment. Bring your completed and signed Driver's Log, Drivers Ed certificate, driving time with an instructor certificate, your learners permit, and any other papers or certificates required, including your Social Security card and birth certificate for identification purposes.[4]

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   Greet the examiner politely. Relax and be friendly. You won't lose points for being unpleasant—necessarily—but if your examiner needs to make a judgment call about your driving at some point, ask yourself: would you be easier on a nice person or a rude one?

   • Ask any questions that you have prior to the test and in the test if you are confused. The driving examiner will be glad to answer them.

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   At all times drive at a safe speed. Note that this does not necessarily mean the speed limit—conditions may warrant a slower speed.[5] Under no circumstances exceed the speed limit.

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   Practice situational awareness. Check your mirrors regularly. Make this a little more exaggerated than normal, just so it is clear that you are doing it.

   • Keep your head moving, looking out the windows for other traffic, pedestrians, kids, little old ladies, etc.
   • Keep your eyes on the road, not on that good-looking guy or hot girl walking down the sidewalk. Your examiner will see them too, and check to see what has your attention: the road, or the hotness. If you want to pass, the answer needs to be "the road."
   • When you change lanes or turn, turn your head to look behind you. Your rear-view mirrors are useful, but they're not foolproof. A combination of eyes and mirrors are the best.

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   Obey all signs. Come to a full stop at stop signs. Look all ways before continuing. If there are other people at the stop sign, make sure you yield right of way properly—and take your turn when it's time.

   • Don't forget to signal all turns, lane changes, and any time your intent is to change direction.

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   Park confidently. Practice with your driving instructor or parent before taking the test so that you can do a clean, confident job of parallel parking, backing up straight, and three- or four-point turns.

   • Parallel park as best as you can. Make sure you turn on your indicators, as not doing so will likely ensure a failure. Try not to bump the curb; go slowly and carefully, looking to the back and sides as you do so.
   • Remember, it's OK to slightly bump the curb, just not jump it. You will lose some points, but that's better than failing the test altogether.

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   Thank the examiner. When you return to the motor vehicle department, listen to what the examiner has to say. Most likely they will mention what you did wrong, and a little of what you did right.

   • Then they'll tell you if you passed or failed. Whichever it is, thank them politely. If you passed, you'll be pleased, and it's always nice to be polite. If you failed, you'll have to come back—and you might get the same examiner the next time. If you fly off the handle and call the examiner a "nail biting old crank who needs new glasses," it will probably go a lot harder on you next time!

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   Congratulations, you passed! If you read this tutorial, and studied the manual, you will almost certainly pass your driver's exam. Be safe out there!

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   Practice driving. Most states have regulations regarding how much experience you have behind the wheel. Some states make allowances for taking accredited driving courses, either through school or professional instruction.

   • Some states also make allowances for top students. While it won't directly help you pass your driving test, being a good student will often make it easier to meet the requirements.
   • Student drivers must have a licensed driver with them at all times. In some states, having a license is all your passenger needs. In some states there are age restrictions, or restrictions based on how long the person has been licensed.[6] You will learn these rules and restrictions in the driver's manual that you're going to study.

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   Practice driving on the test routes. Find out in advance where you will be taking the practical test (the actual driving part). While it may be illegal in your state (read the manual), unless you're following specific routes, there should be no problem driving in the general neighborhood.

   • That's not generally necessary, unless you are such an inexperienced driver that you need an advantage. If that's the case, you're better off not rushing into getting a license.
   • Practicing all the basic maneuvers—stopping, starting, signaling, backing up, parking, obeying the speed limit and all traffic control signs and signals are all good things to practice.
   • One of the biggest things the examiner will look for is whether or not you have full command of your vehicle. If you are intimidated by the car, make jerky starts and stops, and generally show a lack of confidence in your driving, that will count against you.
   • If you speed, run a light or a stop sign, or make other egregious errors, you can pretty much count on retaking the test.

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   Be familiar with signage. Knowing street signs, hand gestures, when to pass, how and when to pull over for emergency vehicles will count. Read that manual! Know the rules and you'll be fine.

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   Go for a drive with your parent. The morning before your test, ask them to watch you, and make sure that you check all your mirrors correctly and do all your maneuvers correctly. This will help you gain some confidence.

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   Pick up the driver's guide for your state. Every state has them, and that's where you'll find everything that will be on both the written and the actual driving test.

   • You'll learn the basic rules of the road, when to pull over for emergency vehicles (always a favorite on driving exams), speed limits in various zones (another favorite), how to handle accidents, and more.
   • Read it chapter by chapter, make notes if that helps you remember, and have somebody quiz you after each chapter. If you can answer 80% of the questions, move on to the next chapter.
   • At the end of the booklet, ask to be quizzed on the whole manual. Any chapters you don't do well on, revisit. If you go through the book three times in three weeks, your chances of passing—even acing—your test are very high.
   • Look for practice tests on your state's DMV website or through third-party websites online.[7]

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  Get a good night's rest the night before. Have a good breakfast that morning. Use the restroom before you go. You should also make sure you have all your necessary documents, like your permit and driver's certificate. Double-check that you're familiar with the car you're going to be driving. Also, definitely arrive early. If you're running late, it's going to make you anxious and more nervous.

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• Don't tell anyone that you're going to take your test. That way, you don't feel the pressure of having to admit to everyone the next day if you failed.

• Greet the examiner and be friendly. Shake their hand at the start and respond if they try to make conversation during the test; however, try not to be over-talkative as this may distract you from driving.

• Overemphasize every move such as turning around to check your blind spots or using your signals ahead of time.

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• Don't try to watch what the examiner is writing on their sheet, just focus on driving. If you make a mistake, don't worry about it. Thinking about what's already happened will only cause you to make more mistakes.

• Don't swear, use rude gestures, or especially exhibit road rage with the instructor in the car; it will leave a negative bit on your report, or could cause you to fail instantly.

• Always turn off the radio before the inspector even gets in the car. This will make it look as if you never listen to it.

• Depending on where you live, the road test may not cover absolutely everything that deals with driving (ex. highway driving, gravel roads, etc.) So just because you got your license doesn't mean you know everything about driving and there aren't some things you could still learn.

• Examiners are people just like you. They want to see that you pass the test, but they have to make sure that you will be a good driver. Exude confidence (not cockiness), obey the rules of the road, and you'll pass.

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To pass your driving test, prepare for the practical road test by getting as much practice as your state allows so you are comfortable behind the wheel. Additionally, know the rules of the road, such as when to use your signals, what road signs mean, and how to not only check mirrors but also turn your head to change lanes or backup. During the test, make sure to come to complete stops at stop signs and to always drive the speed limit. For tips on how to prepare for the written test, keep reading!

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