2026 Delaware Permit Practice & DMV License Tests
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#1. The Do Not Enter sign is an example of a regulatory sign, and it is:
The do not enter sign usually tells you that the road or street ahead is for one-way traffic traveling in the opposite direction. You must not enter the street so marked. It may be a one-way street in the opposite direction or all vehicular traffic may be prohibited.
#2. The three-second rule refers to:
The three-second rule refers to a following distance. There are situations where you need more space in front of your vehicle. In the following situations, you may need a four-second following distance to be safe:
- On slippery roads.
- When the driver behind you wants to pass.
- When following motorcycles.
- When following drivers who cannot see you.
- When you have a heavy load or are pulling a trailer.
- When it is hard for you to see.
- When being followed closely.
- When following emergency vehicles.
- When approaching railroad crossings.
- When stopped on a hill or incline.
#3. When moving to the left to pass another vehicle, you must:
Signal properly to show you intend to change lanes.
#4. The minimum amount your liability insurance must cover for the injury or death of two persons is:
The minimum amount your insurance must cover per collision is:
- $15,000 for a single death or injury.
- $30,000 for death or injury to more than one person.
- $5,000 for property damage.
#5. You approach a railroad crossing. There is heavy traffic ahead. You must stop before the crossing when:
Never start to cross if there is not room for your vehicle on the far side, or if you will have to stop on the tracks. Do not block the crossing. Wait until there is room for your vehicle on the far side.
#6. When you park on the other side of the street across from a fire station driveway with posted signs, you must keep this distance from the fire station driveway:
It is illegal to park within 20 feet of driveway entrance to any fire station or on opposite side of street within 75 feet of entrance when signs are posted.
#7. When driving on slick roads, you should:
As you cannot control a vehicle when it is skidding, it is best not to cause your vehicle to skid in the first place. Skids are caused by drivers traveling too fast for the conditions. Slow down as you approach curves and intersections. Avoid fast turns and quick stops. Try to avoid especially slippery areas, such as ice patches, wet leaves, oil, or deep puddles.
#8. When a police officer has stopped you, you should:
Turn off the ignition and radio, and stay in your vehicle unless directed by the officer to exit. Do not make sudden moves or search for your driver’s license or vehicle documents. Wait for the officer to give you instructions. If the documents are out of your reach, tell the officer where they are before you reach for them.
#9. If you are in a left turn lane and facing a traffic signal with a steady green arrow, oncoming traffic has:
A green arrow means go. You must proceed with caution in the direction the arrow points. Remember that you must yield to all pedestrians and vehicles already lawfully in the intersection.
The green arrow allows you to make a protected turn. This means oncoming vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians are stopped by a red light if the green arrow is lighted.
#10. On cold, wet days, which of the following roadways is most likely to hide spots of ice?
On cold, wet days shady spots can be icy. These areas freeze first and dry out last.
Overpasses and other types of bridges also have icy spots. The pavement on bridges can be icy even when other part of the road is not. This is because bridges can be colder than other roadways. Remember, bridges and overpasses tend to freeze before the rest of the road does.
#11. Where should you stop at this intersection if a traffic signal shows a red light?
Green pavement marks a bike box. The bike box is a designated area at the head of a traffic lane at intersections that provides bicyclists with a safe way to turn and a visible way to get ahead of traffic. The benefits of a bike box are that it increases the visibility of bicyclists, helps prevent conflicts with turning vehicles, provides priority for bicyclists at a signalized crossing at major intersections, and bicyclists can avoid breathing exhaust fumes.
#12. How does alcohol affect you?
Alcohol slows your reflexes and reaction time, reduces your ability to see clearly, and makes you less alert. As the amount of alcohol in your body increases, your judgment worsens, and your skills decrease. You will have trouble judging distances, speeds, and the movement of other vehicles. You will also have trouble controlling your vehicle.
#13. When you meet a truck coming from the opposite direction, wind turbulence between the two vehicles:
When you meet a truck coming from the opposite direction, keep as far as possible to the side to avoid a sideswipe accident and to reduce the wind turbulence between the two vehicles. Remember that the turbulence pushes the vehicles part. It does not suck them together.
#14. When are two regular solid white lines used as pavement markings?
Multiple lanes of travel in the same direction are separated by white lane markings.
A dashed (broken) white line between lanes of traffic means that you may cross it to change lanes if it is safe to do so.
A solid white line between lanes of traffic means that you are discouraged from changing lanes.
Double solid white lines prohibit lane changing.
Solid white lines are also used along the side of the road show you where the outside edge of the travel lane is located.
#15. When a police officer is directing you to drive against a red light, you should:
You must obey the instructions of a police officer even though they may be contrary to laws, signs, signals, and markings – such instructions are occasionally necessary to keep traffic moving safely. You must also obey instructions from flaggers and school crossing guards.
#16. If your brakes get wet, you can dry them if you:
Going through water will affect your brakes. After driving through deep water you should test your brakes. They may pull to one side or not hold at all.
To dry brakes, put your car in low gear, drive slowly, and tap/apply brakes lightly. Test every 200 feet, continuing until braking action returns to normal.
#17. You approach this road sign. What should you expect ahead?
Divided highway ahead. The highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways.
Divided highways have a center strip that separates traffic going in opposite directions. The first sign is posted before a divided highway begins.
#18. When passing a bicyclist, you should:
The law requires motorists to always leave a minimum of three feet of clearance, and on multi-lane roads to move to the adjacent lane whenever possible.
When you pass a bicyclist, be patient. Slow down and pass only when it is safe. Do not squeeze the bicyclist off the road.
#19. What is the meaning of this sign?
Winding road ahead. There are three or more curves ahead. Adjust your speed and avoid passing other vehicles.
#20. When driving in fog, you should turn on:
Use your low beams when following another vehicle or when in heavy traffic. You should also use the low beams in fog or when it is snowing or raining hard. Light from high beams will reflect, causing glare and making it more difficult to see ahead. Some vehicles have fog lights that you also should use under these conditions.
Do not drive at any time with only your parking lights on.
#21. To what age or weight must you restrain a child in a child safety seat or booster seat?
Delaware law requires all children under age eight or 65 lbs. to be properly restrained in a child safety seat or booster seat.
#22. Emotions affect your driving. If you feel angry or excited, you should:
If you are angry or excited, give yourself time to cool off. Take a short walk if necessary, but stay off the road until you have calmed down.
Remember, emotions can have a great effect on your driving safely. You may not be able to drive well if you are overly worried, excited, afraid, angry, or depressed.
#23. In general, you should avoid using your horn:
Avoid blowing your horn at a bicyclist except in an emergency.
There are several other occasions when you should not use your horn. They include:
- Encouraging someone to drive faster or get out of the way
- Apprising other drivers of an error
- Greeting a friend
- Around blind pedestrians or horses
This question asked when you should NOT use your horn.
#24. What shape is a road sign that tells you there is a school crossing ahead?
Five-sided sign black on yellow is used only to warn of schools and school crossings. As you approach this sign, slow down, and watch out for children, stopping as necessary. New fluorescent yellow-green signs may also be used.
The shape and color of these signs give clues to the type of information they provide. You must know highway signs by their shape and color, as well as by the words, numbers, or figures on them.
#25. When you see a sign with this shape and color, you must:
When you come to a stop sign, you must make a complete stop at the stop line. If there is no stop line, stop at the crosswalk. If there is no crosswalk, stop before entering the intersection. Before starting you must yield the right-of-way to any vehicle or pedestrian in or approaching the intersection. Be careful to look for less visible vehicles such as bicycles, mopeds, and motorcycles.
#26. The posted speed limit on a road is 55 mph. When this road is wet:
When the road is slippery, the tires do not grip as well as on a dry road. On a wet road you should reduce your speed about 10 mph. On packed snow you should cut your speed in half. On ice, you must slow to a crawl. It is hazardous to drive on ice.
#27. What is a safety zone?
Safety Zone means an area officially set aside within a highway for exclusive use of pedestrians and so marked. You must not drive through a pedestrian safety zone.
#28. When making a right turn, you must:
When turning right, you must be in the extreme right-hand travel lane or a lane designated for right turns. Signal as early as you can. Try and signal at least three seconds before you make your move, although Delaware law states you must signal for at least 300 feet before turning. Yield to pedestrians and bicyclists.
#29. When taking drugs that are likely to affect your driving, you should:
You must not drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Besides alcohol, there are many other drugs that can affect a person’s ability to drive safely. This is true of many prescription drugs and even many of the drugs you can buy without a prescription. Drugs taken for headaches, colds, hay fever or other allergies, or those to calm nerves can make a person drowsy and affect his/her driving. Pep pills, uppers, and diet pills can make a driver feel more alert for a short time. Later however, they can cause a person to be nervous, dizzy, unable to concentrate, and they can affect your vision. Other prescription drugs can affect your reflexes, judgment, vision, and alertness in ways like alcohol.
#30. What does this sign mean?
The Flagger ahead sign warns drivers that there is a flagger ahead, and to be especially alert in the work zone.
Delaware DMV Permit Test – Quick Facts
| What You Should Know | |
|---|---|
| Number of questions on exam: | 30 |
| Passing score: | 80 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 24 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | No limit |
| Wait time before retest: | 10 days |
| This Practice Test | Number of questions on each practice test: | 30 |
|---|---|
| Question pool: | 1,000+ |
| Each test is random | |
Delaware Class D written knowledge test has 30 multiple-choice questions. You must correctly answer at least 24 questions to pass the test.
The passing score on the Delaware knowledge test is 80 percent, slightly higher than it used to be. But don’t let this discourage you. Just remember to read the manual and take many practice tests until you feel comfortable with all the questions and answers.
Delaware Permit and Driver’s License Practice Tests
This practice test draws 30 random questions from an extensive database with questions and answers based on the information in the Delaware Driver Manual and official state tests.
After each question, you will see whether your answer is correct. If your answer is wrong, there is also a short explanation to help you learn faster and look up the corresponding item in the driver’s manual.
Remember that the practice test supplements the manual. You should not use it instead of the manual.
1 Always Start by Reading the Manual
Before taking practice tests for your Learner’s Permit or Operator’s License, we strongly recommend that you familiarize yourself with the contents of the Delaware Driver Manual and read it carefully.
You can pick up a copy of the manual at a DE DMV office or download it online from www.dmv.de.gov .
It is easier to pass the exam if you know all the rules and laws described in the Driver Manual.
When studying the Delaware manual, you can use the practice tests to verify your progress and identify weak spots.
Don’t attempt the actual exam too soon. Aim for a full score on a few practice tests. It gives you a good margin for passing the actual knowledge examination.
Is the Delaware DMV Test Hard?
The difficulty is considered moderate. We are convinced you will pass after studying these free DE DMV practice test questions.
Most of our visitors do!
Learn more: How to Ace the Test
Who Must Take the Delaware Knowledge Test?
All new drivers who haven’t had a license before must pass the knowledge test.
You must apply for a new license to get a revoked Delaware driver’s license back. This means you must start all over by retaking all tests, including the written knowledge test.
The DMV also requires a new knowledge test after some suspensions.
The examiner may also ask for a new knowledge test when renewing an expired Delaware driver’s license.
The written knowledge test is always necessary when you move to Delaware and wish to transfer a driver’s license from a country other than the United States, U.S. Territories, Germany, Taiwan (Republic of China), and France.
The DMV will waive the written knowledge test if you have a valid driver’s license from another state in the United States, Germany, Taiwan (Republic of China), and France. But if your license has expired, the DMV examiner will usually ask you to take the test.
What’s on the Delaware Knowledge Test?
On the test, you must identify some highway signs only by their shape, color, or the symbols appearing on them. You must also understand the meaning of these and other highway signs, traffic signals, and pavement markings.
A second part of the test covers Delaware motor vehicle laws and general safety practices.
You should expect ten road sign questions and 20 questions about standard road rules, traffic laws, and safe driving practices.
There will also be two questions related to traffic stops by a law-enforcement officer, including some of the following:
Your constitutional and other legal rights during a traffic stop, including rights related to searches and seizures, to remain silent, and to an attorney.
Laws regarding questioning and detention by a law-enforcement officer.
The role of a law-enforcement officer in general and during a traffic stop and the procedures a law-enforcement officer must follow during a traffic stop.
How to interact with a law-enforcement officer during a traffic stop.
How and where to file a complaint against or compliment on behalf of a law enforcement officer.
Read more:
What Should You Do at a Traffic Stop by the Police?
DMV bases all questions on the information in the Delaware Driver Manual. You should study this manual carefully. The test will contain questions from all sections of the manual. Make sure you discuss anything unclear with a friend or a parent. It helps you learn faster.
Read more:
Is it the Same Questions on the Real Test?
What If I Fail the Knowledge Test?
If you fail any part of the driver’s examination test, you must wait at least ten days before the DMV will let you retake the test. Use this time to prepare yourself even better. Remember which questions you missed on the exam and read up on these areas.
Delaware Graduated Driver’s License Program
Like all other states in the USA, Delaware has adopted The Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) program. Its purpose is to reduce the high accident and fatality rate among young drivers. In the GDL program, new drivers will get a supervised driving experience and reduced exposure to high-risk driving situations. The way toward a basic Delaware driver’s license has different steps.
Delaware has designed the program for new drivers under 18 years old. Participation is optional for any person who is 18 years or older. If opting out of the program, a new driver 18 years or older must pass the knowledge and road skills exam at DMV.
Delaware Level One Learner’s Permit
Requirements for the Delaware Learner’s Permit:
Be between 16 years and 18 years old.
You must be 16 to apply for a level one learner’s permit in Delaware. DMV issues the permit to applicants between 16 and 18 years old or up to 22 years old if they are part of an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Passed a certified Delaware Driver Education Course.
You must pass a certified Delaware Driver Education Course before you apply. Present the Delaware Driver Education Certificate (Blue/White Certificate) as proof.
Provide necessary documents.
You must show proof of full name, birth date, and social security number. Unless you live at the same address as your sponsor (usually a parent or legal guardian), you must also show two proofs of your address in Delaware.
If you are under 18 years old, you must show a document that also has your parent(s) or legal guardian(s) name(s). You should bring an original U.S.-issued birth certificate or a certified copy. In the case of legal guardians, bring court documents in original.
Applicants 18 years or older may bring a passport, U.S. Citizen Identification Card or State/Province/Territory issued photo I.D. card. See full list .
In addition to documents that prove your identity and birth date, the DMV wants your social security number from your Social Security Card, W-2 tax form, SSA 1099 form, or a pay stub with your name and whole SSN.
Unless you are a minor who lives with your sponsor, you must also show two proofs of Delaware residency. You can achieve this by bringing utility bills, credit card statements, bank account records, employment records, rental agreements, etc.
Alien residents must show valid proof of legal presence in the United States, such as a Resident Alien Card or Temporary Resident Identification Card. See full list .
Application must be signed by a sponsor.
A sponsor is usually a parent, legal guardian, or court-appointed custodian. The sponsor must sign the application in the presence of a Division licensing employee.
Pay the license fee.
The fee for a license application in Delaware is currently $40.00
Pass a vision test.
