Nebraska Knowledge Exam – Driver’s License Written Test – 2026
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#1. When entering or crossing a street from an alley, you must:
When emerging from an alley, driveway, private road, or building, you must stop before driving onto a sidewalk or onto the sidewalk area and proceed slowly. Yield the right of way to any pedestrian and approaching vehicles.
#2. The driver ahead signals:
Slowing or stop – left arm extended downward, with the palm to the rear.
#3. A truck's blind spots:
Truck drivers have huge blind spots around the front, back and sides of the truck. So be safe and do not hang out in the No-Zone.
Blind spots may exist up to 20 feet in front of the cab, on either side of the tractor trailer, particularly alongside the cab, and up to 200 feet in the rear.
#4. What does this sign mean?
Hill – Downgrade ahead. Slow down and be ready to shift to lower gear to control speed and save brakes.
#5. You have changed lane to overtake a school bus. The bus driver activates amber warning lights. What should you do?
When you meet an oncoming school bus displaying flashing amber lights, you must slow down to no more than 25 mph and be prepared to stop.
#6. What should you do when approaching a railroad crossing and seeing a vehicle with this sign ahead?
Watch for vehicles that must stop at railroad crossings, such as buses and trucks carrying hazardous materials.
Remember, if you are following this type of vehicle you should slow down and be prepared to stop. Do not pass another vehicle at a railroad crossing.
#7. Proof of financial responsibility is needed:
All motor vehicles operated on public roadways must have financial responsibility (insurance)
#8. Hydroplaning occurs when tires ride on a thin film of water instead of the road. To prevent hydroplaning, you should:
Chances of hydroplaning increase as speeds increase. To prevent hydroplaning, slow down.
#9. What is the most considerable risk with airbags?
The biggest risk is being too close to the airbag.
Drivers of airbag-equipped vehicles should allow at least 10 inches of space between themselves and the steering wheel.
#10. When parking close to a flashing beacon, you must keep this distance:
The distance you must keep from a flashing beacon is more than 30 feet. Parking is not allowed within 30 feet of any flashing signal, stop sign, yield sign or other traffic control device located at the side of the roadway.
#11. Licenses issued to individuals 21 or older are normally valid for:
Licenses issued to individuals 21 or older expire on the license holder’s birthday in the fifth year after issuance.
Licenses issued to individuals under 21, expire on the license holder’s 21st birthday.
#12. This sign means:
No U-Turn.
You cannot make a complete turn to go in the opposite direction where this sign is displayed.
If a sign has a red circle with a red line through it, it always indicates NO. The picture inside the circle shows what you cannot do. The sign may be shown with or without words.
#13. If you are having trouble remembering the last few miles, it is most likely a symptom of:
Know the signs of driving fatigue, like: drifting in your lane, repeated yawning, difficulty focusing, tailgating, or missing road signs.
#14. What does this sign mean?
Divided highway ends. The divided highway on which you are traveling ends 350 to 500 feet ahead. You will then be on a roadway with two-way traffic. Keep to the right.
#15. Which road signs have the shape of an upside-down triangle?
The upside-down triangle shape is exclusively used for yield signs. Slow down and, if necessary, stop to give the right of way to vehicles and pedestrians.
#16. What should you do at the first sign of rain, snow, or sleet?
Slow down at the first sign of rain, snow, or sleet. Increase the distance from the car ahead of you. Turn on your windshield wipers, headlights, and defroster, as needed.
#17. If you are facing a traffic signal with a flashing yellow arrow, oncoming traffic has:
If in the proper lane, you may proceed with caution in the direction of the arrow. You must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Oncoming traffic has a green light.
#18. What is the shape of a warning sign that tells you there is a stop ahead?
Four-sided diamond-shaped signs warn you of existing or possible hazards on roadways or adjacent areas.
#19. When entering a high-speed roadway, you should avoid the following:
Do not drive to the end of the ramp and stop. This will not leave you enough room to get up to the speed of traffic. Also, drivers behind you will not expect you to stop. If they are watching traffic on the main road, you may be hit from the rear.
This question asked what you should not do.
#20. What does the marking in the left-hand lane (A) mean?
When a lane is marked with a curved arrow and the word ONLY, you must turn in the direction of the arrow.
#21. When driving on a clear night with a steady stream of oncoming traffic, you should use:
Use low beams:
- When you meet an oncoming vehicle.
- Within 200 feet when following another vehicle.
- On well-lighted streets.
- In fog.
- In rain or snow.
#22. Which is the correct lane to enter when turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street?
Be in the proper lane well in advance of intended turn.
Remember to turn from the lane that is closest to the direction of travel and turn into the lane closest to the lane from which the turn is initiated. Do not turn from the middle lanes, unless lawfully available.
#23. Under ideal conditions, you should allow how many seconds between your vehicle and the car in front of you?
Keep a cushion of space from other vehicles to have time to react to emergencies and avoid collisions. 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.).
#24. When a police officer is directing you to drive on the wrong side of the road, you should:
Always obey a police officer when the officer is directing traffic.
Traffic control can be provided by law enforcement, highway personnel or school crossing guards. You must obey directions from these people.
#25. True or false? A driver that operates a vehicle on Nebraska roadways has already agreed to submit a chemical test or tests when requested by a law enforcement officer.
Any driver that operates a vehicle on Nebraska roadways has already agreed to submit to a chemical test or tests when requested by a law enforcement officer. Refusing to submit to such test or tests or failing to complete a chemical test of blood, breath, or urine in the judgment of the officer, will result in a violation of the Implied Consent Law.
| 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.
