Florida DMV Practice Test
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles publishes the format for the Florida knowledge test: 50 questions, 80% to pass — checked 2026-08-01. Practice it below, free, with no signup and every answer sourced.
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FloridaFlorida Department of Highway Safety and Motor VehiclesFlorida Driver's Handbook (2026 source review)Checked 2026-06-07Open the official Florida handbook
Before you go for the real Florida test
| Minimum permit age | 15 |
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FloridaFLHSMVFLHSMV — Licensing Requirements for TeensChecked 2026-07-13Official source
Sample Florida permit test questions
Orange-colored signs indicate:
- A. School zones
- B. Recreational areas
- C. Railroad crossings
- D. Construction zones
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D. Construction zones — Orange signs warn about construction or maintenance work zones. Slow down, watch for workers and equipment, and be ready for changing lane patterns.
Universal ruleMUTCD 11th Edition, Part 2 — Signs (General)Traffic Signs — GeneralChecked 2026-08-01Read the source
Report a problemIn Florida, the default speed limit on a limited-access highway (Interstate) is:
- A. 60 mph unless otherwise posted
- B. 65 mph unless otherwise posted
- C. 55 mph unless otherwise posted
- D. 70 mph unless otherwise posted
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D. 70 mph unless otherwise posted — Florida's default maximum speed limit on limited-access highways (Interstates and expressways) is 70 mph unless a different limit is posted. The default on other roads outside business or residence districts is 55 mph (many state roads are posted higher by DOT, but 55 mph is the statutory default). Municipal streets default to 30 mph. School zones are posted at 15 to 20 mph when children are present.
FloridaFlorida Driver HandbookChapter 5 — Speed and Right of WayChecked 2026-06-09Read the source
Report a problemIn Florida, the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21 is:
- A. 0.02%
- B. 0.08%
- C. 0.01%
- D. Any detectable amount
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A. 0.02% — Florida's Zero Tolerance Law sets the BAC limit for drivers under 21 at 0.02%. Drivers found at or above this level face license suspension, fines, and DUI charges.
FloridaFlorida Driver's HandbookChapter 7 — Alcohol and DrivingChecked 2026-06-07Read the source
Report a problemIn Florida, what speed must you drive in a marked school zone when children are present?
- A. Always 15 mph, whatever the sign says
- B. Always 20 mph, whatever the sign says
- C. The speed posted on the sign, by law 15 to 20 mph
- D. Ten mph below the road's normal posted limit
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C. The speed posted on the sign, by law 15 to 20 mph — Florida does not set one statewide school zone speed. The limit is posted on the school zone sign and by law is between 15 and 20 mph. Obey the posted number whenever children are present or the warning lights are flashing.
FloridaFlorida Driver's HandbookSpeed Limits — School ZonesChecked 2026-08-23Read the source
Report a problemIn Florida, a driver under 21 can be charged with DUI if their BAC is at or above:
- A. 0.02%
- B. 0.00%
- C. 0.05%
- D. 0.08%
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A. 0.02% — Florida's zero-tolerance law for under-21 drivers sets the threshold at 0.02% BAC. Any detectable alcohol at or above this level triggers license suspension. At 0.08%+, an under-21 driver faces full adult DUI charges, regardless of the zero-tolerance provision.
FloridaFlorida Driver's HandbookAlcohol, Drugs, and DrivingChecked 2026-06-18Read the source
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Questions last verified 2026-06-07 · Reviewed by the DMV Prep editorial team · Editorial policy
Before the Florida knowledge test
These learner's permit requirements are separate from the written knowledge test score above. Use them to plan your application and supervised-driving timeline.
What to bring to the knowledge test:
- Proof of identity
- Proof of Social Security number
- Proof of residential address
- Parental consent form (applicants under 18)
- Proof of TLSAE (Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education) course completion
- $48 learner's license fee
Requirements last verified 2026-07-13 · Source: FLHSMV — Licensing Requirements for Teens ↗. See the complete Florida permit requirements.
What is different about Florida
Rules that are set by Florida rather than nationally, and where they depart from what most states do. Compared against DMV Prep's verified rules for all 51 jurisdictions — unverified figures are left out of both sides of every comparison.
- Minimum permit hold: 12 months here. The most common minimum permit hold is 6 months (33 of 46 states we have verified).
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in this Florida DMV practice test?
This practice test uses 50 questions and a 80% study target — at least 40 correct answers. Confirm the current official exam format with the state licensing agency.
What score should I target for the Florida written test?
Use 80% as the practice target on this site. The readiness dashboard tracks consistent performance; the state agency remains the source for current official requirements.
Is the Florida permit test taken at the DMV?
In Florida, driver licensing is handled by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), so you'll often see the exam called the FLHSMV permit test or FLHSMV written test. Confirm the current official format with FLHSMV; this page uses DMV Prep's recorded practice configuration.
Is this Florida practice test really free?
Yes. Every practice test on this page and everything in the DMV Prep app is free — no ads, no paywall, no account.
Where do these Florida practice questions come from?
Questions use Florida Driver's Handbook and other handbook or regulatory references, and are not copied from live exams. Citation scope and recency are being revalidated across the bank.
Can I study for the Florida permit test in Spanish?
Yes — try the Florida practice test in Spanish. The DMV Prep app includes all 3,671+ questions in Spanish.
