2026 Delaware Permit Practice & DMV License Tests
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#1. If you are involved in a traffic crash, and someone is injured, your first course of action should be:
If any person is injured or killed, get help. Make sure the police and emergency medical or rescue squad have been called.
Do not move the injured unless they are trapped inside a burning vehicle or other immediate form of danger.
#2. If you hold an operator's license, the use of a cell phone while driving is allowed:
Delaware law prohibits the use of handheld cell phones and texting while driving.
Drivers with unrestricted license who wish to talk on their cell phone while driving must use a hands-free device.
#3. When you are the first to arrive at the scene of an accident, it is dangerous to:
Do not smoke around wrecked vehicles. Fuel could have spilled, and fire is a real danger. Turn off the ignition of wrecked vehicles. Make sure that other traffic will not be involved in the crash. Use emergency flasher, flares, or other warning devices to alert traffic of the accident.
#4. What is the background color on a road sign like this?
Recreation signs usually have white letters on a brown background. (For example: state park.)
#5. What should you do if you approach a stopped police vehicle with activated emergency lights on a multi-lane roadway?
Proceed with caution and yield the right-of-way by making appropriate lane changes when possible. If changing lanes would be impossible or unsafe, proceed with caution and reduce to a safe speed.
The Move-Over law also applies to authorized DelDOT vehicles and tow trucks.
#6. By looking at least 10 seconds ahead on the roadway:
To avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn, you should look well down the road. By looking ahead and being ready to stop or change lanes if needed, you can drive more safely, save fuel, help keep traffic moving at a steady pace, and allow yourself time to better see around your vehicle and alongside the road. Looking well down the road will also help you to steer straighter with less weaving. Safer drivers tend to look at least 10 seconds ahead of their vehicle.
#7. To avoid getting tired on a long trip, it is often a good idea to:
Take breaks. Stop every hour or so or when you need to. Walk around, get some fresh air, and have some coffee, soda, or juice. The few minutes spent on a rest break can save your life.
#8. What does this sign mean?
This sign tells you that you are approaching a bridge with room for two lanes of traffic but potentially dangerous. Slow down and watch out for oncoming vehicles.
#9. Proof of financial responsibility is needed:
If there is a valid registration, even if the vehicle is off the road, liability insurance must be in effect at all times. The registration certificate and proof of liability insurance must accompany the motor vehicle whenever it is operated.
#10. You end up in a lane marked for turns only when you want to go straight through the intersection. What should you do?
Many streets have signs or pavement markings indicating a particular lane is to be used for a particular traffic movement. When a lane is marked with both a curved and straight arrow, turning or proceeding straight ahead is allowed.
When a lane is marked with a curved arrow and the word ONLY, you must go in the direction the arrow points – there is no option.
#11. The main reason for having a properly adjusted head restraint is to:
Head restraints are designed to prevent whip lash if you are hit from behind. They should be adjusted so the head restraint contacts the back of your head.
#12. If you must cross several highway lanes to reach an exit, you should:
If you want to cross several lanes, take them one at a time. Like going up or down stairs one step at a time, it is safest and easiest to merge one lane at a time.
It is difficult to determine that all the lanes are free and safe to cross. If you wait until all the lanes are clear, you can tie up traffic and even cause a crash.
#13. The driver in front of you signals (left arm extended, with elbow bent upward, at about a 90-degree angle):
Right turn – left arm extended, with elbow bent upward, at about a 90-degree angle.
#14. When can you legally drive around a lowered gate at a railroad crossing?
Never go under lowering gates or around lowered gates. It is dangerous and against the law.
Delaware law states: No person shall drive any vehicle through, around or under any crossing gate or barrier at a railroad crossing while such gate or barrier is closed or is being opened or closed.
#15. What does this sign mean?
Side road enters highway from right. Watch out for traffic entering from the side road and oncoming traffic turning.
#16. When driving on wet winter roads, you should:
When the road is slippery, you must slow down. The tires do not grip as well as they do on a dry road. Allow extra space between your car and the car ahead. Do not brake or turn suddenly. Use a low gear when going down steep hills. Be careful on bridges and overpasses. These areas freeze first and dry out last.
#17. What is the leading cause of car skids?
Skids are caused by drivers traveling too fast for the conditions.
#18. 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.
#19. Taking a cold shower after drinking alcohol:
There is no way to sober up quickly. Coffee, fresh air, exercise, or cold showers will not help. Time is the only thing that will sober you up.
#20. You are on a four-lane roadway without median separation. When approaching a school bus with flashing red lights that has stopped on the other side of the road, you should:
You must always stop before reaching any school bus from either direction when it is stopped to load or unload school children except when you are on the opposite side of a highway having four or more lanes, even then proceed slowly.
The overhead alternately flashing red lights and stop arm will be activated when the bus is stopped to pick up and discharge pupils. You must not proceed until the red lights have stopped flashing, and the stop arm has been retracted, then proceed cautiously.
#21. If you face a solid yellow arrow in a left turn lane, you should:
The yellow arrow means that the signal is changing. The protection of a green arrow is ending and if you are turning in the direction of the arrow, you should prepare to stop and give the right of way to oncoming traffic. If you are too close to stop safely or already within the intersection, continue thru the intersection with care.
The yellow arrow signal may be followed by a red signal or a green signal.
#22. If you see this sign in front of you, it tells you that:
This sign prohibits the driver from entering a restricted road section.
You will see the sign at roadway openings that you should not enter such has exit ramps where you would be going in the wrong direction, in crossovers on divided roadways and at numerous locations on one-way streets.
If you enter, you will be going against traffic and most likely see a wrong way sign farther from the crossroad.
The sign is square, not round.
#23. A two-way special left turn lane should be used for:
Two-way special left turn lanes are provided for making left turns. Do not use these lanes to speed up to merge with traffic or for passing cars.
#24. When driving in heavy rain, you should use the following:
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.
#25. You are following a long vehicle approaching an intersection. The driver signals right but moves out to the left. What should you do?
Truck drivers sometimes need to swing wide to the left to safely negotiate a right turn. Cutting in between the commercial vehicle and the curb or shoulder to the right increases the possibility of a crash. When you follow a big rig, look at its turn signals before you start to pass. If the truck appears to be turning left, check the turn signals again, the driver may be turning right but first swinging wide.
#26. When asked by an officer at a traffic stop, a driver must:
At a traffic stop an individual must provide:
- his/her name and address
- an explanation as to why he/she is driving on the roadway
- where he/she is going
Similarly, passengers in a vehicle must also provide their information and/or exit the vehicle, if requested to do so by the officer.
#27. Once you have entered a roundabout, you should:
Do not stop in a roundabout, except to avoid a collision. If you are inside the roundabout, vehicles entering must yield.
#28. A bicycle rider:
Bicycles are vehicles, therefore bicyclists must obey all traffic laws and motorists must treat bikes like all other vehicles. Bicyclists have the right to use all roads except those from which they are specifically excluded.
#29. When you pull a trailer, you should:
You should allow a four-second or more following distance when you have a heavy load or are pulling a trailer. The extra weight increases your stopping distance.
#30. When you park and leave your car, you must:
When parking and leaving your vehicle on a highway or street, you must stop the engine, lock the ignition, remove the key, and set the brakes. It is also advisable to raise the windows and lock the doors.
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.
