DMV Permit Practice Test
1960+ real permit questions covering all 50 states + DC, free forever. Take a full test, a 10-question diagnostic, or an adaptive mock right here — no signup, progress saved on this device.
Depending on your state, this exam is called the permit test, the DMV written test, or the knowledge test — it's the same multiple-choice exam, and the practice here matches your state's format.
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Study the test in a clear order with 12 focused modules and topic-specific questions. Verified video lessons appear automatically as they are added.
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Sample DMV 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 rule · checked against MUTCD 11th Edition, Part 2 — Signs (General) — Traffic Signs — General · verified 2026-08-01
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
- A. Stop, then proceed when safe
- B. Slow down and proceed with caution
- C. Yield to cross traffic
- D. Slow down but do not stop
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A. Stop, then proceed when safe — A flashing red light means the same as a stop sign - you must come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe.
Universal rule · checked against MUTCD 11th Edition, Part 4 — Highway Traffic Signals — Highway Traffic Signals · verified 2026-08-01
Double solid yellow lines on a road mean:
- A. Passing is allowed with caution
- B. Lane ends ahead
- C. No passing from either direction
- D. Passing allowed on the right only
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C. No passing from either direction — Double solid yellow lines mark the center of a two-way road where passing is too dangerous from either side. The double line means the sight distance is too short or traffic too heavy for any driver to safely pass.
Universal rule · checked against MUTCD 11th Edition, Part 3 — Markings — Pavement and Curb Markings · verified 2026-08-01
What is the minimum following distance in good weather?
- A. 3 seconds
- B. 2 seconds
- C. 5 seconds
- D. 1 second
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A. 3 seconds — The three-second rule helps ensure adequate space to stop safely. Increase this in poor conditions.
Universal rule · checked against NHTSA Safe Driving — Tailgating and Following Distance · verified 2026-05-17
If you miss your exit on a highway:
- A. Back up on the shoulder
- B. Make a U-turn across the median
- C. Continue to the next exit
- D. Stop and check your GPS
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C. Continue to the next exit — Never back up or make illegal maneuvers on a highway. Continue to the next exit and reroute safely.
Universal rule · checked against NHTSA Ten Tips for Safe Driving — Safe Driving Basics · verified 2026-08-01
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the DMV permit test?
Practice settings vary by state. This site uses around 25 questions with a 80% study target; confirm the official format with your state agency.
Is this permit 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 the questions come from?
State driver handbooks and federal regulations are the reference base. Citation scope and recency are being revalidated across the bank.
Can I study in Spanish?
Yes — the DMV Prep app includes all 3,470+ questions in Spanish, and the whole app works in Spanish.
