2026 Florida DMV Test & Permit Practice – Questions & Answers
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#1. In which of the following cases will your driver's license be revoked?
Your license must be revoked if department records show or if you are found guilty of lying about the ownership or operation of motor vehicles.
#2. Passing another vehicle to the right on an unpaved shoulder is:
Do not pass on the shoulder (side of the road).
Passing on the right is only legal when there are two or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction or the vehicle you are passing is making a left turn. Pulling off the roadway to pass on the right is against the law.
#3. This sign tells you:
This is a curve sign together with an Advisory Speed sign. It advises you of the top safe speed at which you can make the turn.
#4. Which road signs have a round shape?
A circular sign is used to warn that there is a railroad crossing ahead.
#5. When driving on a clear night with a steady stream of oncoming traffic, you should use:
Dimming headlights when meeting or following other vehicles is required by law, as well as being a sensible driving practice.
Do not use high-beam headlights within 500 feet of oncoming vehicles or when you are within 300 feet of the vehicle ahead.
#6. What should you do when overtaking a motorcycle in strong winds?
Never pass a motorcyclist with only a few feet of space. The force of the buffeted wind can cause the rider to lose control. Motorcyclists may also choose to ride near one side of a lane to maximize the view ahead. Wind gusts can move a motorcycle across an entire lane.
In traffic, especially in inclement weather or under certain road conditions, motorcycles operate differently than other vehicles.
#7. You approach this sign. What should you expect ahead?
Cross road. A road crosses the main highway ahead. Look to the left and right for other traffic.
#8. A wet pavement can often increase your:
Braking distance is affected by the pavement condition. When the pavement is wet, plan for at least two times the normal stopping distance.
#9. What does a solid white line between lanes mean?
A solid white line marks the right edge of the roadway or separates lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. You may travel in the same direction on both sides of this line, but you should not cross the line unless you must do so to avoid a hazard.
#10. When driving in fog, you should:
Slow down – and watch your speedometer – before you enter a patch of fog. Be sure that you can stop within the distance that you can see ahead. Fog creates a visual illusion of slow motion when you may be speeding. Speed is a major factor in fog-related crashes.
#11. When going straight ahead in a roundabout with multiple lanes, you should:
When going straight through the intersection, choose either lane, and exit in the lane you entered.
#12. In passenger vehicles, children under 13 should be secured:
In passenger vehicles, children under 13 should be secured in the rear seat. Air bags can injure or kill young children in the front seat. Never place a rear-facing car seat in front of an airbag
#13. What does a traffic signal with a flashing yellow light mean?
A flashing circular yellow light means you may move forward with caution. It is used at, or just before, dangerous intersections, or to alert you to a warning sign such as a school crossing or sharp curve.
#14. When a doctor prescribes drugs, which are likely to affect your driving, you should:
Drugs taken for headaches, colds, hay fever or other allergies or those to calm nerves can make a person drowsy and affect their driving. You can be charged with DUI if you are found to be driving or in actual physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances.
Controlled substances include prescription drugs, depressants, stimulants, narcotics, hallucinogens and model glue or other inhalants.
#15. Which is always a safe speed on two-lane highways?
No speed is safe in all situations.
Speed limits show the fastest speed you may drive under good conditions. You are responsible for adjusting your driving speed to the road conditions. For example, if the weather is bad or there is a lot of traffic, you must drive more slowly than the posted speed. This is known as the general or basic speed law.
#16. If you see this sign beside the road, you should:
Traffic signal ahead. This sign warns of traffic signals at the intersection ahead. Slow down. Poor visibility is likely.
#17. After a crash, your vehicle ended up in deep water. It is sinking quickly, and you cannot open the door. What should you do?
Power windows may short out, so try to open them at once. If you cannot get the door or window open, you will have to wait for the pressure to equalize.
#18. What does this sign mean?
Pavement ends. The road surface changes ahead from a hard-surfaced pavement to a low-type surface or earth road.
#19. When making a right turn, you must:
Yield to bicyclists and pedestrians. First, check over your shoulder, the bicyclist you passed may be catching up to you. After checking that traffic is clear, look in the direction of travel to avoid colliding with a vehicle or pedestrian in front of you.
#20. If the road is slippery, your following distance should be:
You need more distance to stop a vehicle on slippery roads, therefore, leave more space in front of your vehicle. If the vehicle ahead suddenly stops, your vehicle will need the extra distance to stop safely.
#21. On which side should you pass a barricade with this panel?
Stripes on barricades and panel devices slope downward in the direction traffic must travel.
Stripes sloping downward to the left mean the driver should bear to the left. Stripes sloping downward to the right mean the driver should bear to the right.
#22. True or false? You can park on a crosswalk if you are more than 20 feet from an intersection.
Parking on crosswalks is not allowed.
#23. If a collision with a wild animal is inevitable, you should:
The safest alternative may be hitting the animal. Do not swerve into oncoming traffic or off the roadway to avoid hitting the animal, your risk of personal injury may be greater if you do. Keep your vehicle under control and on the roadway.
#24. Which of the following vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
Always approach highway-railroad crossings at a reasonable speed and stop if indicated by signs or signals. Be especially alert and leave extra room when you are following buses or trucks, which may have to stop at highway-railroad crossings even when gates are up and the warning lights are not flashing.
The law specifies:
- Any motor vehicle carrying passengers for hire, excluding taxicabs.
- Any school bus carrying any school child.
- Any vehicle carrying explosive substances or flammable liquids.
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#25. How often can you attend a driver improvement course to avoid points on your driving record?
A driver can elect to attend driver improvement only one time in a twelve (12) month period. In total, you can elect to go to traffic school to avoid points on a ticket five times in a lifetime.
Florida Driver’s License & Permit Test – Quick Facts
| What You Should Know | |
|---|---|
| Number of questions on exam: | 50 |
| Passing score: | 80 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 40 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | No limit |
| Wait time before retest: | None – Retest same day is allowed |
| This Practice Test | Number of questions on each practice test: | 25 |
|---|---|
| Question pool: | 1,000+ |
| Each test is random | |
Florida Practice Tests at Driver’s Prep
We take driver’s license and permit practice test questions from a pool of more than 1,000 questions. They cover all aspects of the Florida Driver Handbook.
The large number of practice questions will help you pass the real examination – guaranteed!
Each practice test for Florida Driver’s License or Permit has 25 random questions.
After each question, you will get instant feedback. If your answer isn’t correct, there is a short comment to help you look up the answer in the Florida Official Handbook.
Note that the real Florida test has 50 questions.
Why Have We Shortened the Practice Tests?
Our studies show that our users are much more likely to take many practice tests when tests are shorter (25 instead of 50 questions). After practicing, users have been exposed to more questions and do better on the real knowledge examination.
How Should You Study for the Permit Test?
The first step is to get the latest version of the Florida official Driver Handbook. It is available at your local tax collector or online . When you’ve studied the handbook, you can use the practice tests at Driver’s Prep to check your progress. You will quickly know if you are ready for the real knowledge test or not.
The passing score in Florida is 80 percent, which means you must correctly answer at least 40 out of 50 questions, or 20 of 25 question on the practice test.
It is a good idea to aim higher than that when you take the practice test. We recommend that you take enough tests to make sure you can easily reach a score of 100 percent.
But don’t take test after test just to get a higher score. You need to understand and learn each answer.
Read up on mistakes and asked yourself why you missed the answer. Did you misunderstand the question? Did you read too fast? Or did you simply not know the answer?
It will help a lot when you study.
Who Must Take the Florida Knowledge Test?
First-time applicant
Anyone who applies for their first original learner’s permit or driver’s license must successfully pass the written knowledge test.
Holders of a foreign driver’s license
If you move to Florida and hold a driver’s license from another country, you must generally pass all tests before you can get a Florida license. If you have a license issued in Canada, France, or the Republic of Korea (South Korea), the knowledge and skills tests are waived unless your driving ability is questionable.
After a revocation of your license
After the revocation of your license, you must submit to an investigation before obtaining a new license. In many cases, you must retake all tests.
Holders of a Driver’s License from Out-of-State
If you move to Florida and already hold a valid driver’s license from another state or U.S. possession, the written knowledge test and skills test are typically waived.
Make sure you apply for your Florida license within 30 days of becoming a resident.
You are considered a resident of Florida whenever you:
enroll your children in public school, or
register to vote, or
file for a homestead exemption, or
accept employment, or
reside in Florida for more than six consecutive months.
What’s on the Florida Written Test?
The knowledge test aims to verify that you can understand traffic signals, common road signs, and pavement markings. You must also have a solid knowledge of Florida vehicle laws, driving rules, and safe driving techniques.
The New Official DMV Test
Previously, the Florida DMV written test had two parts – a 20-question test on road signs and a 20-question test on road rules.
In 2015, Florida upgraded their knowledge exam to 50 questions, covering all items in the driver handbook.
New and more challenging questions caused the pass rate in Florida to drop significantly. Even if the test has been updated a few times since early 2015, the pass rate in Florida is still low.
So, you should take many practice tests and prepare well for your exam. You probably need it.
Testing Options in Florida
Florida offers three options for the official Class E Knowledge Exam.
At a Service Center
You can always take the test in person at any service center .
Through a High School Driver Education Class
Many high schools are authorized to provide the Class E Knowledge Exam through the Driver Education Licensing Assistance Program (DELAP).
Online or in a Classroom Setting
If you are under 18 years, you can take the Class E Knowledge Exam online. Several approved third-party administrators provide this service.
A Parent Proctoring Form is required for online tests. It must be notarized or signed by a driver’s license examiner.
Which Documents Do You Need When Applying at the Driver’s License Office?
Proof of Identification.
It is best to bring your birth certificate or Passport. If you don’t have the original birth certificate, you may bring a certified copy of your birth certificate issued by the state you were born in.
Proof of Social Security Number.
Bring your original social security card. A W-2 showing your social security number is also accepted.
Two documents that prove your Florida residential address.
The most common documents that will be accepted are a home utility bill in your name, a cable bill, or a home telephone bill.
Parent/Guardian Online Test Proctoring Form (under 18 years).
Your parent or legal parent should be present if you are under 18. If not, the Online Test Proctoring Form must be signed in the presence of a driver’s license examiner or be notarized.
Parental Consent Form (under 18 years).
If you are under 18 years and not married, one parent or legal guardian must sign your license application.
For a complete list of acceptable documents, please visit flhsmv.gov .
Understand Florida Graduated License Law
Drivers under 18 years need to understand the graduated license system.
The system aims to help teen drivers between 15 and 17 years gain driving experience under lower-risk conditions. This means a license for drivers under 18 years has certain restrictions.
1 Step 1: Learner’s License (Learner’s Permit)
If you are under 18 years old, your first step is applying for a learner’s license.
You must be at least 15 years old to get a learner’s license. You must also:
Show proof of a completed Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course.
Pass a vision and hearing test at a service center
Pass the Knowledge exam
Provide necessary identity documents
When driving with a learner’s permit, you must always be accompanied by a licensed driver who is 21 years and sits beside you in the front seat. For the first three months with a permit, you can only drive during daylight hours. After the first three months, you may drive between 6:00 am and 10:00 pm.
Before moving on to the next step, you must hold the learner’s license for a minimum of 12 months or until your 18th birthday, whichever comes first. You must practice driving for at least 50 hours, 10 of which must be at night.
2 Step 2: Restricted License (Intermediate License)
You must be at least 16 years old, have held a learner’s license for at least 12 months, and provide a log of 50 hours of supervised driving.
After passing your skills test, FLHSMV issues an intermediate license with nighttime driving restrictions.
This means that you may drive alone, but at nighttime.
When you are 16 years, you may not drive between 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. unless you are driving to or from work OR accompanied by a licensed driver 21 years or older. When you turn 17 years the curfew is between 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.
Unlike many other states, the Florida intermediate license has no passenger restrictions.
3 Step 3: Unrestricted Driver’s License
To be eligible for an unrestricted driver’s license in Florida, you must be at least 18 years old.
If you have not held any license before, you must complete a TLSAE course before applying.
Florida Knowledge Test – FAQ
How many questions are on the real Florida License Test?
The knowledge test for a learner's permit or driver's license in Florida has 50 questions. You must answer 40 questions correctly.
Is there a time limit on the Florida knowledge test?
No, there is no time limit. Expect the test to take 15 to 25 minutes.
What happens if I fail the knowledge test in FL?
In Florida, you can take the test again the same day. It is, however, not always the best thing to do.
You have missed more than 10 questions and should study some more.
How old must you be to get a Florida Learner's Permit?
To be eligible for a Florida Learner's Permit you must be at least 15 years old. If under 18 years old, you must also have a signed/notarized Parental Consent Form.
What is the Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course?
New drivers who have never held or currently do not hold a driver's license from any other state, country, or jurisdiction, must complete a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course before applying for a license in Florida.
Can I take the Florida exam online?
Yes, if you are under 18 years, you can take the Class E Knowledge Exam online. There are several approved third-party administrators that provide this service.
You must have a Parent Proctoring Form that is notarized or signed in the presence of a driver's license examiner.
Learn the Florida Road Signs from Driver’s License Handbook
This video helps you study the Florida highway signs for your Florida driver’s license test or permit exam.
The Official Florida Driver’s License Handbook lists more than 60 Florida road signs you should be able to recognize. On the test, DMV can also ask you about the most common shapes and colors that are used for U.S. highway signs. Don’t skip this part of the handbook. New and young drivers often miss 1 of 2 questions (50%) about road signs.
Remember that many offices require appointments for service. To schedule your FLHSMV visit go here: FLHSMV locations .
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If you take 20 mins in your day to go over the questions and memorize the answers, you will be set and prepared in a week or two.