Mississippi DMV Practice Test
The Mississippi permit knowledge test is run by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, which does not publish its question count or passing score. This page runs 30 questions and targets 80%, and says plainly that those numbers are ours, not the state's. Free, no signup.
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MississippiMississippi Department of Public SafetyMississippi Driver's Manual (2024)Checked 2026-06-18Open the official Mississippi handbook
Before you go for the real Mississippi test
| Minimum permit age | 15 |
|---|---|
| Permit fee | $7 |
MississippiDPSMississippi DPS Driver Service Bureau — Regular Learner's PermitChecked 2026-07-13Official source
Sample Mississippi 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 problemWhat is the maximum speed limit on Mississippi's rural interstate highways?
- A. 70 mph
- B. 65 mph
- C. 75 mph
- D. 60 mph
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A. 70 mph — Mississippi's rural interstates (I-20, I-55, I-59) are posted at 70 mph. Urban interstate segments within city limits — such as in Jackson — are typically 55–65 mph. US highways in rural areas are usually 65 mph. Residential streets default to 25–30 mph; school zones require 20 mph when children are present. Mississippi's flat terrain and straight rural interstates mean enforcement must still account for the basic speed rule.
MississippiMississippi Driver's ManualChapter 4 — Speed LimitsChecked 2026-06-10Read the source
Report a problemIn Mississippi, what is the typical posted speed limit in a school zone when children are present?
- A. 15 mph
- B. 20 mph
- C. 25 mph
- D. 30 mph — standard across all Mississippi school zones
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B. 20 mph — Mississippi school zones are typically posted at 20 mph when children are present or when the flashing signal is active. All drivers must stop for school buses with flashing red lights from both directions on undivided roads; on divided highways, only same-direction traffic must stop. Mississippi imposes heavy fines — starting at $350 — for illegally passing a stopped school bus.
MississippiMississippi Driver's ManualChapter 3 — School Zones and School BusesChecked 2026-06-10Read the source
Report a problemWhat is the minimum recommended following distance for a passenger car in Mississippi under normal conditions?
- A. Three seconds
- B. One second
- C. Two seconds
- D. Five seconds
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A. Three seconds — Three seconds is Mississippi's baseline following distance recommendation. Pick a fixed marker and ensure at least three seconds pass between the vehicle ahead and your own vehicle.
MississippiMississippi Driver's ManualFollowing DistanceChecked 2026-06-18Read the source
Report a problemMississippi's legal BAC limit for drivers 21 and over is:
- A. 0.08%
- B. 0.06%
- C. 0.05%
- D. 0.10%
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A. 0.08% — Mississippi's DUI law sets the legal BAC limit at 0.08% for drivers 21 and over. The limit for commercial drivers is 0.04%, and drivers under 21 face a 0.02% limit under the state's zero-tolerance policy.
MississippiMississippi Driver's ManualDUI LawsChecked 2026-06-18Read the source
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Questions last verified 2026-06-10 · Reviewed by the DMV Prep editorial team · Editorial policy
Before the Mississippi 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:
- Completed and signed Mississippi driver license application
- Original birth certificate or another acceptable identity document
- Social Security card or official government correspondence showing all 9 digits
- Two proofs of Mississippi residency
- Legal name-change documents if applying under a new name
- School attendance form for applicants ages 15-17, unless married with a marriage license
Requirements last verified 2026-07-13 · Source: Mississippi DPS Driver Service Bureau — Regular Learner's Permit ↗. See the complete Mississippi permit requirements.
What is different about Mississippi
Rules that are set by Mississippi 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).
- Permit validity: 24 months here. The most common permit validity is 12 months (9 of 19 states we have verified).
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in this Mississippi DMV practice test?
This practice test uses 30 questions and a 80% study target — at least 24 correct answers. Confirm the current official exam format with the state licensing agency.
What score should I target for the Mississippi 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 Mississippi permit test taken at the DMV?
In Mississippi, driver licensing is handled by the Department of Public Safety (DPS), so you'll often see the exam called the DPS permit test or DPS written test. Confirm the current official format with DPS; this page uses DMV Prep's recorded practice configuration.
Is this Mississippi 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 Mississippi practice questions come from?
Questions use Mississippi Driver's Manual 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 Mississippi permit test in Spanish?
Yes — try the Mississippi practice test in Spanish. The DMV Prep app includes all 3,671+ questions in Spanish.
