DMV Permit Test Questions 2026
Practice with real DMV permit test questions for every US state. Study the topics that appear most on the exam and pass on your first try.
20–50
Questions per state test
80%
Passing score most states
4
Main topics tested
2,400+
Practice questions available
What Topics Are on the Permit Test?
Traffic Signs
25% of testSign shapes, colors, and meanings. Regulatory, warning, guide, and school zone signs.
Right of Way
20% of testWho goes first at intersections, 4-way stops, roundabouts, and pedestrian crossings.
Speed Limits
15% of testSpeed limits by zone, school zones, work zones, and basic speed law.
Safe Driving
40% of testFollowing distance, passing, DUI laws, parking, railroad crossings, seat belts.
Sample Permit Test Questions
What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign mean?
Warning — a hazard or change in road conditions ahead.
At a 4-way stop, who goes first?
The vehicle that arrived first. If two arrive simultaneously, the driver on the right goes first.
What is the speed limit in a residential area when no sign is posted?
25–30 mph depending on your state. Always check for posted signs.
How far must you stop from a railroad crossing?
At least 15 feet from the nearest rail.
When must you yield to a pedestrian?
Always, when a pedestrian is in or approaching a crosswalk — marked or unmarked.
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
Treat it like a stop sign — come to a complete stop and proceed when safe.
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