Rhode Island Permit Test & DMV Practice 2026 – 100% Trusted
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#1. On a freeway, the right lane is for:
The far-left lane is for passing other vehicles. Trucks, busses, and other special vehicles are prohibited from traveling in this lane. The middle lane(s) is (are) for through traffic. The right lane is for slower moving traffic and for motorists entering and exiting the freeway.
#2. If you cannot remember the last few miles driven, you should know that:
Be aware that there may be no warning before falling asleep, but recognize any warning signs that you may detect, including:
- Difficulty focusing, frequent blinking or heavy eyelids.
- Yawning repeatedly or rubbing your eyes.
- Daydreaming or wandering/disconnected thoughts.
- Trouble remembering the last few miles driven and missing exits or traffic signs.
- Trouble keeping your head up.
- Drifting from your lane, following too closely or hitting a shoulder rumble strip.
- Feeling restless and irritable.
Remember, resting is by far the most effective way to counter drowsiness.
#3. This sign means:
Winding Road. There are several curves ahead. Slow down and drive carefully.
#4. If your vehicle has an antilock braking system and the brake pedal pulsates when you use the brake, you should:
You might feel the brake pedal pushing back when the ABS is working. The ABS system will only work with the brake pedal pushed down. Do not let up on the brake pedal.
#5. When leaving a freeway with a deceleration lane, you should:
Deceleration lanes permit motorists about to exit a freeway to slow down to the exit ramp speed. Plan to move to the lane closest to your existing point early to avoid a quick lane change. Maintain your vehicle speed as long as you are on the main roadway.
#6. Because of its small size, a motorcycle:
Because of its small size, a motorcycle may look farther away than it is. When checking traffic to turn at an intersection, assume a motorcycle is closer than it looks.
#7. What does this sign mean?
The sign indicates traffic is permitted to pass on either side of a traffic island or an obstruction.
#8. Signals and directions from a flag person in a work zone:
Flaggers or police officers use hand signals or signs to instruct motorists to slow down or stop, as required. Flaggers have the legal authority to control traffic.
#9. A penny test is an easy way of checking what?
You may not drive on a tire that has less than 2/32 of an inch of tread (measure the depth of the tread with a penny). Never mix and match tires on your vehicle (radial with bias-belted). Use your owner’s manual for a schedule of prescribed maintenance checks. Measure tire pressure while your tire is cold to get an accurate reading.
See Rhode Island 31-23-45 – Tire treads for correct information.
#10. When you proceed straight ahead on a solid green light, you must:
A steady GREEN traffic light means you can go through the intersection if clear, after yielding or stopping for vehicles or pedestrians.
#11. If you are arrested for driving while impaired and refuse to take a test for alcohol, your license:
Implied consent means that any person who drives a motor vehicle in Rhode Island has given consent to a chemical (breathalyzer-blood-urine) test to determine the amount of alcohol/drug, if any, in their blood if arrested for suspected driving while intoxicated (DWI). If you refuse to take a chemical test, your license will be suspended for a minimum of six months. You are also subject to a fine, a highway safety assessment, public community service, and drunk driving school and/or referral to an alcohol treatment program.
#12. If a school bus with flashing red lights has stopped on your side of a divided highway, you must:
If red lights are flashing on the school bus, the law requires that motorists approaching from either direction come to a full stop and remain stopped until the red lights no longer flash. Motorists do not have to stop when the bus is opposite your vehicle on a divided highway. A divided highway is any roadway with a Jersey barrier, grass, guardrail, trees, water, etc. between the lanes of travel in opposite directions. There is also no need to stop your vehicle if a school bus is in a loading zone.
#13. This sign means:
This sign indicates a left turn is permitted, but you must yield to oncoming traffic. It is commonly placed at intersections, near the left-turn traffic signal, to remind drivers left turns are not protected when the circular green signal comes on.
#14. When you see this sign, you should:
Traffic signal ahead. Slow down and be prepared to stop, if necessary.
#15. If a vehicle with high beams comes toward you at night, you should:
To avoid being temporarily blinded by approaching headlights, glance at the right edge of the roadway until the bright lights have gone by and your vision has returned to normal. Motorists who stare into oncoming vehicles headlights or rear-view mirror light will experience temporary blindness as their body regains sight from the glare.
#16. When following a large truck that blocks your view ahead, you should:
Allow extra space when following large vehicles that block your view ahead. The extra space allows you to see around the vehicle and allows the other driver to see you.
#17. You must not drive in a restricted bicycle lane, except:
Do not drive in a bicycle lane. You may cross a bicycle lane when you are turning a corner or entering or leaving an alley, private road, or driveway. Yield to bicyclists in a bicycle lane or on a sidewalk before you turn into the lane or sidewalk.
#18. If the dashed yellow line is on your side:
If the solid yellow line is on your side of the road, do not pass. Pass only if there is a broken line on your side.
#19. Where is it illegal to park a vehicle?
Never park on a bridge or overpass. It is illegal.
#20. Rhode Island law allows officers may stop and cite violators without observing another violation. This is known as:
The Seat Belt Use Law is a primary law for all ages, meaning you can be pulled over if anyone is unbuckled.
#21. When you have a green light and a blind pedestrian enters the intersection in front of your car, you should:
When a pedestrian using a white cane or a guide dog is crossing or attempting to cross the street ahead of you, you must bring your vehicle to a complete stop before arriving at the intersection and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian. Pedestrians who are blind or have low vision use the sound of traffic (including your engine) as a guide in determining when it is safe to cross a street, so never assume they will expect you to make a right turn on a red light at an intersection after stopping. Always be alert for pedestrians who are blind or have low vision, particularly if you drivean electric or hybrid vehicle that is quieter than most other vehicles on the road.
#22. Drinking a small amount of alcohol:
If you drink, even just a little, your chances of a collision are seven (7) times greater than if you do not drink.
#23. Which is the best way to keep traction on a wet road and avoid hydroplaning?
Hydroplaning occurs when the front tires of your vehicle lose contact with the road surface on a wet road, and you lose steering capability. Guard against hydroplaning by keeping tire pressure inflated to manufacturer’s recommended standard, reducing speed, and being careful while driving in the rain. Avoid areas where water pools.
#24. This sign warns you of:
Two-way traffic. You are leaving a separated one-way highway and will soon be driving on a two-way highway. The sign is also used to remind drivers they are on a two-way road. You should drive in the right-hand lane and expect oncoming traffic in the left-hand lane.
#25. When can it be a good idea to give your horn a light tap?
Use your horn sparingly. A couple of short taps may be perceived as less aggressive than one long blast. If there is immediate danger, blow the horn to alert the other driver. Do not blast your horn as you approach a cyclist as the loud noise can startle them and cause them to swerve. Do not sound your horn or cause other loud noises when approaching a horse being driven or ridden upon a public highway.
| Rhode Island Permit Test Practice | |
|---|---|
| Questions per test: | 25 |
| Question pool: | 500+ |
| Type of test: | Random multiple-choice |
| The Official Rhode Island Knowledge Exam | |
|---|---|
| Questions on real exam: | 25 |
| Passing score: | 80% |
| Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | 90 minutes |
| Wait time before retest: | 8 days |
Rhode Island Permit Practice Test
This RI permit practice test has 25 random questions from a large pool of real DMV questions and answers. The system generates a new set of questions each time you re-start the test. You can take the test as often as you want or need at no charge.
We have designed test questions specifically for Rhode Island, and you will find all answers in the Rhode Island Driver’s Manual.
Read the manual carefully. Everything you must learn for your official knowledge exam is in the manual.
You can get a hard copy of the Driver’s Manual from the Cranston DMV headquarters, or you can download a free PDF copy online.
Read the manual before you attempt the practice tests. All tests are a manual supplement and not something you should use instead of reading the manual. Trying to memorize questions and answers is one of those risky study tactics that are likely to cause you to fail.
After each question on the test, you get instant feedback and will know if your answer is correct. There is also a short explanation if you pick the wrong answer.
How Many Questions Are on the Rhode Island Knowledge Test?
The official written test has 25 questions; you can have up to five incorrect answers if you want to pass (80% passing score).
On your practice tests, you should aim for a full score (100%) on at least a handful of tests. It gives you a safety margin when you attempt the real thing.
Who Must Take the Rhode Island DMV Test?
When you apply for an initial Rhode Island driver’s license or permit, you must pass the computerized knowledge exam.
If you are 16 but under 18, you must complete the 33-hour driver education course certified by the Community College of Rhode Island. The knowledge test is part of this course. Other first-time applicants must take the examination at the DMV main office in Cranston.
When you move to Rhode Island and hold an out-of-state driver’s license that you let expire for more than one year, you must apply for the Instruction Permit by taking the Rhode Island knowledge test at the DMV main office in Cranston.
The department waives the knowledge test if your out-of-state license is valid or expired for less than a year.
Anyone holding a valid driver’s license from a foreign country may keep the foreign country license but must apply for the Instruction Permit and successfully pass the knowledge examination and the road test.
If you hold a license from Canada, Rhode Island waives the test requirements.
The Computerized DMV Test
The computerized knowledge test has questions about the motor vehicle laws of Rhode Island and the standard rules of the road. Make sure you study the driver’s manual to prepare for the test. While Rhode Island doesn’t record failure rates on the DMV knowledge test, researchers agree that the Rhode Island DMV test is challenging compared to other states.
The test on a computer is available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
If you need a test in another language, contact the Cranston DMV office in advance. DMV offers tests in more than 30 different languages on paper. You can see which languages are available and schedule such test here . If you take the foreign language knowledge exam, someone who can translate for you before and after the test must accompany you. No translators are allowed during the test.
Remember, all tests are now by appointment only. Walk-ins are no longer accepted. If you have special needs, check with the Cranston DMV office beforehand.
What Happens if I Fail the Test?
If you fail the DMV knowledge exam in Rhode Island, you must wait eight days before you can try again. The waiting time is among the longest in the United States.
Cheating on the DMV Test?
When you take the test, no other person can be with you in the testing area. You cannot bring books, the driver’s manual, or other papers. Talking or using any wireless device is also prohibited.
