Nebraska Knowledge Exam – Driver’s License Written Test – 2026
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#1. Can you drive with just your parking lights on when headlights are required?
Whenever it is necessary to drive with your lights on, you must use your headlights. Driving with parking lights only is unlawful.
#2. When completing an emergency roadside stop, it is not necessary to put on your parking brake.
Emergency roadside stop:
- Signal and move as far away from traffic and onto the roadside shoulder as far off the road as possible.
- Park vehicle within 12 inches of and parallel to the curb, or road’s edge.
- Always park on the right side of roadway unless it is a one-way street.
- Make sure vehicle cannot move.
- Shift transmission to proper parking gear and set parking brake.
- Activate 4-way flashers.
- Turn off engine and remove keys.
- Check traffic before getting out of vehicle.
#3. You have a green light, and vehicles are blocking your way into the intersection. What should you do?
Remember, do not enter the intersection if you will block traffic. Allow crossing traffic to clear the intersection before you go ahead.
#4. A sign with this shape, color, and symbol means:
The do not enter sign is an example of a square, red, and white regulatory sign. It means do not enter a road or off ramp where the sign is posted.
Remember, this is square red and white regulatory sign. It is not circular or round. The circular shape is used exclusively for railroad crossings.
#5. This road sign tells you:
Low clearance. The overpass has a low clearance. Do not proceed if the vehicle height exceeds the dimensions indicated.
#6. Which car or cars have the position for a right turn on this one-way street?
A right turn shall be made as close as practical to the right side of the road or street. If there are double turning lanes, they are indicated by regulatory signs and lane markings.
#7. When you park on a hill headed uphill, and there is a curb, you should turn your front wheels:
Headed uphill, turn your front wheels away from the curb (toward the travel lane) and let your vehicle roll back a few inches. The curb will stop the car from rolling anywhere.
Remember, when you park on a hill, the general rule is to turn your wheels sharply toward the side of the road or curb. This way, if your vehicle starts to roll downhill, it will roll away from traffic. However, when headed uphill at a curb, you should turn the front wheels in the opposite direction, away from the curb and towards the road.
#8. You want to overtake the vehicle ahead of you. Which pavement marking tells you that you are allowed to pass?
A normal broken yellow line tells you that passing with care is allowed.
Remember, broken lines are permissive in character. Solid lines are restrictive in character.
#9. When must you stop at a railroad crossing?
Remember to obey traffic control devices, crossing gates or barriers or the directions of an enforcement official at the crossing. You must stop when:
- A signal indicates a train is coming.
- A crossing gate is lowered.
- A flagman signals a train is approaching.
- Train is clearly visible, or train whistle is heard, and it would be hazardous for you to cross.
#10. The three-second rule refers to:
Keep a cushion of space from other vehicles to have time to react to emergencies and avoid collisions. Stay in the middle of the lane and make sure there is enough room ahead and behind to pass or stop safely. Use the three-second rule to determine safe following distance.
The three-second rule is a minimum requirement and should be increased by one-second for each adversity factor encountered (rain, heavy traffic, etc.).
#11. Three vehicles arrive at an intersection where there are no signs or signals. Vehicle A is turning left. Vehicles B and C are going straight. Vehicle A must:
Vehicle C goes first.
Vehicle A must yield to both B and C.
Vehicle B must yield to vehicle C.
Remember to slow down at an uncontrolled intersection. Look left and right for oncoming traffic and proceed if the way is clear. You must yield the right-of-way to any vehicle that has entered the intersection from your right or is coming from your right.
Look for traffic coming from the left. Make sure that the other driver is yielding before you proceed.
#12. When entering a high-speed roadway or a limited-access highway, you should always:
Remember that traffic on the highway has the right-of-way. You cannot always count on other drivers seeing you or moving over to give you room to enter.
#13. When approaching snow removal equipment, you should:
When approaching snow removal equipment, be aware of the following:
#14. What should you do when you approach this sign?
Stop sign ahead. When you come to this sign, slow down to be ready to stop at the stop sign.
#15. On which side should you pass a barricade like this?
If the orange stripes slant down to the right, go to the right. If the stripes slant to the left, go to the left.
#16. To reduce the risk of hand, wrist, or arm injury if the airbag is deployed, it is a good idea to grip the steering wheel by:
Consider the steering wheel as the face of a clock. The recommended hand position for vehicles equipped with airbags located in the steering wheel is the 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock position. This placement will afford the driver maximum control of the vehicle at all times and reduce the chance that a deploying airbag will knock your hands off the steering wheel.
Some experts also recommend the 8 o’clock and 4 o’clock position.
#17. To avoid getting tired on a long trip, you should:
Take breaks. In order to be the best and safest driver, you must be well rested and alert. Tips from the National Sleep Foundation include scheduling a break every 100 miles (or every two hours) to take a quick rest.
#18. Pink road signs show:
Fluorescent pink is used for emergency traffic incidents.
#19. When an emergency vehicle with siren or flashing lights approaches on an undivided roadway, you must:
Immediately drive to a position parallel to and as close as possible to the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway and stop, clear of any intersection and unless otherwise directed by a traf?c of?cer. Remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed.
#20. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit on a gravel or non-hard surfaced county road or highway is:
The speed limit is 50 mph on gravel or non-hard surface county roads or highways.
#21. The following are true about large trucks except:
It is not true that they need less room to maneuver.
Trucks are not as maneuverable as cars. They are so large that accelerating, slowing down, and stopping takes more time and much more space than any other vehicle on the road.
This question asked which statement is false.
#22. What does this sign mean?
Added lane sign. Traffic from another road will be entering the road. No merging is necessary because a lane has been added.
#23. If you are 21 years or older, you may carry a full, sealed, and unopened container of wine:
It is unlawful to consume or be in possession of an open container of an alcoholic beverage inside any vehicle on any public roadway or public parking area in Nebraska. This includes both drivers and passengers.
A container of liquor, beer, or wine carried inside the vehicle must be full, sealed, and unopened. Otherwise, it must be in the trunk (or the area behind the last upright seat of such motor vehicle if the area is not normally occupied by the driver or a passenger and the motor vehicle is not equipped with a trunk).
#24. When driving beside a motorcycle, you should:
Allow the motorcyclist a full lane width. Although it may seem as though there is enough room in the traffic lane for an automobile and a motorcycle, remember the motorcycle needs the room to maneuver safely. Do not share the lane. It is illegal and unsafe.
#25. How many points will be added to your driving record for a parking violation?
No points are assessed for parking, muffler, no valid operator’s license on person, or for violations involving occupant protection system, motorcycle, or a moped protective helmet.
| This Nebraska License Sample Test | |
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| Questions on each practice test: | 25 |
| Question pool: | 750+ |
| Random questions | |
Facts about Your Nebraska DMV Written Test
| Nebraska Written Knowledge Test for a Permit or Driver’s License | |
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| Number of questions on exam: | 25 questions |
| Passing score: | 80 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | No limit |
| Wait time before retest: | 1 day |
The Purpose of the Online Nebraska Practice Test
We have designed these practice tests to help you study and ultimately pass the written knowledge exam for a Nebraska permit or driver’s license.
Each test is random. Our system draws questions from a larger pool, similar to how DMV creates the official written test. Each test is slightly different from the previous one.
You can take the Nebraska practice tests as often as you like. The tests will help you to get comfortable with everything you need to learn for the written examination.
The practice tests are a learning tool. Use them after reading and studying the Nebraska Driver’s Manual, not as an alternative to studying the manual. You need both.
Nebraska Driver’s Manual
Make sure you get the latest version of the official Nebraska Driver’s Manual. Your driving school typically provides the manual as part of your driver’s education. You can also get a copy from any DMV office or download a copy online from dmv.nebraska.gov.
Nebraska DMV draws all questions on your written exam from this manual’s information. Please read it carefully. Understanding Nebraska traffic laws, rules of the road, and other information in the manual is an essential first step toward successfully passing the exam.
How to Use the Nebraska Practice Test
After reading the manual, take a few practice tests to check how much you have learned.
You will get instant feedback after each practice question. Should you make a mistake, there is also a brief explanation to help you understand the correct answer. Use the manual for more information if you need clarification on the right answers. Being active during a study session is a proven way of learning faster.
At the end of the practice test, you will see your score. Your score is a rough indication of your level of readiness.
You need 20 correct answers to pass your official written test. When practicing for the exam, practice you should only be satisfied once you reach a score of 100%.
Reading questions and choices twice is a good idea, even if it is just a practice test. The most common mistake on the exam is rushing through the test without carefully reading questions and answers.
You are not in a hurry!
Using the Nebraska practice tests to learn how to pace yourself during a test is a good idea. You have plenty of time to complete your written DMV exam.
It also helps to discuss standard rules and safe driving practices with a friend, teacher, parent, or licensed driver. Being active improves learning. The more you know, the easier it will be to pass the examination.
Is the Written Nebraska Examination Hard?
The Nebraska written test is known to be complicated. More than 32 percent of all first-time applicants fail the Nebraska written test. So, you should prepare well.
The true-and-false questions in the manual are not a good representation of the actual exam.
Read more about How to Ace the DMV Test.
Who Must Take the Written Test?
There is a separate written test for each class of license. You can find more information about different tests in the driver’s manual.
First-time applicant
As a first-time applicant, you must always take and pass a written knowledge test.
- Learner’s Permit – Type LPE: must pass vision and written tests.
- Learner’s Permit – Type LPD: must pass vision and written tests. DMV will waive the written test if a school learner’s permit (LPE), school permit (SCP), or learner’s permit (LPD) is valid or has not expired for more than one year.
- School Permit – Type SCP: waived if the applicant has completed a DMV-approved driver safety course.
- Provisional Operator’s Permit – POP: DMV waives the test if the applicant has completed a DMV-approved driver safety course.
- Operator’s License (Class O): waived if the applicant held a POP.
Drivers with an expired out-of-state license
If you have an expired out-of-state driver’s license, you must also take the test before you can get a Nebraska license.
Drivers with a Nebraska license expired more than one year
DMV will waive the written test when you renew a valid Nebraska operator’s license. If you let your license expire for over 12 months, you must take the written test again.
Drivers with a revoked license
After a revocation, you must apply for a new license and retake all tests.
Drivers with a foreign driver’s license
Drivers who move to Nebraska and hold a license from a foreign country other than Canada, Germany, or Mexico must pass all tests before DMV issues a Nebraska driver’s license.
What You Must Know about the Exam
The official test has 25 multiple-choice and true-or-false questions. The passing score is 80%. You must be aware that there can be questions with more than one correct answer, which is the case when you see “All of the above” as the last choice. Ensure you read everything before answering.
The Nebraska written test is a closed-book test. You cannot use your driver’s manual or other books during the examination. Any electronic device, such as your cell phone, is also banned.
If you cheat on the examination, the examiner will end and postpone your exam.
The Nebraska written test has no time limit. You can take as much time as you need to complete the test. Typically, you will finish in less than 15 minutes.
Should you fail your exam, you must retake it on a different day.
You typically take the test as part of your driver’s education, but you can also take the test at a DMV office.
Nebraska DMV does not offer online testing from home.
Nebraska Graduated Licensing Laws
If you are between 14 and 16 years, you can apply for a School Learner’s Permit (LPE). This permit allows a student to legally practice driving for a School Permit (SCP). The School Permit can be issued if you live outside a city of 5,000 or more or attend a school outside a town of 5,000 or more. With a school permit, you can drive unsupervised to and from your school.
The other route to your full driver’s license starts with a standard Learner’s Permit (Type LPD). You must be at least 15 years to apply for the LPD.
The Learner’s Permit allows you to practice driving for a Provisional Operator’s Permit (POP), Operator’s (Class O), or Motorcycle (Class M) License.
A Provisional Operator’s Permit (POP) is the intermediate step between your first learner’s permit and a full unrestricted driver’s license. You must be at least 16 years before DMV issues the provisional permit, and you must have held an LPE, LPD, or SCP for at least six months.
