DMV Practice Test Colorado (2025)

1. You may not pass another vehicle on either side of a _______ centerline.

solid or broken yellow
single broken yellow
single broken white
double solid yellow

2. When drivers come to this sign, they must:

keep right.
brake sharply and come to a complete stop.
be ready to stop at the stop sign.
warn other drivers that a stop sign is ahead.

3. As you approach an intersection, the traffic light changes from green to yellow. You should:

apply the brakes sharply and come to a complete stop.
be prepared to stop before the intersection.
be prepared to stop in the middle of the intersection.
speed up to beat the red light.

4. To drive defensively, you must:

use the vehicle ahead as your only points of focus.
avoid scanning the road ahead.
keep one hand on the steering wheel.
keep your eyes moving.

5. This road sign warns drivers that:

a divided highway is ahead.
they are coming to a point where another traffic lane joins the one they are on.
they cannot go straight ahead.
the one-way street or roadway is about to change to two-way traffic.

6. A pedestrian in the crosswalk when the 'DON’T WALK' signal begins flashing must:

stop immediately.
finish crossing the street.
go back and wait the “WALK” light
yield to other pedestrians.

7. You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:

if you need to check your smartphone for directions.
only if you have an emergency.
as long as you turn on your emergency flashers.
if no part of your vehicle is on the road.

8. When they approach this sign, drivers must:

stop if necessary.
obey signals from crossing guards.
slow down and watch for children crossing the road.
All of the above.

9. When you make a left turn from a two-way road into a four-lane highway, you must:

enter the left lane, to the right of the center line.
enter the right lane. When traffic permits, you can move out of the left lane.
enter the right lane, to the left of the center line.
go straight through the intersection, and then make the turn.

10. This sign means:

You must stop ahead
Railroad crossing ahead
No Passing Zone
There is a traffic signal ahead

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Frequently Asked Questions

In Colorado, you must be at least 15 years old to apply for a minor instruction permit. Once you reach the age of 16 and have held the permit for 12 months, you become eligible for a minor license. Instead, if you are between 18 and 21 and already possess a permit, you can directly apply for a minor license. Finally, at the age of 21, you can obtain a class R driver's license.

To take the DMV written test in Colorado, you have three options:

You can schedule an appointment online and take the test at any Colorado driver license office.
You can contact an Arizona driving school.
You can take the test at home using the official Colorado knowledge testing platform @HOME. Pre-register and take the test whenever you want. After passing, you'll be required to schedule an appointment to visit a Colorado driver license office and obtain your permit.

You need to bring the following required documents:

Proof of identity/lawful presence.
Two proofs of residence. Examples of acceptable documents include utility bills, credit card statements, or bank statements.
Proof of Social Security Number.

Extra documents for minors:

Certificate of driver education course completion (30 hours if you're between 15 and 15 ½, and either 30 hours or a 4-hour driver awareness program if you're 15 ½ to 16.
Driving Knowledge Test completion form from your driver education school (if applicable).
A parent, guardian, or Colorado driver over 21 must sign the Affidavit of Identity and the Affidavit of Liability and they must come with you to the appointment.

The DMV written test in Colorado is available in both English and Spanish. If you encounter difficulty reading, you can connect speakers to your computer, and the exam will be read aloud in either English or Spanish.

To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Colorado Driver’s Handbook. Pay attention to road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Verify your knowledge with our free practice tests or sign up for Premium, which offers extra resources to get ready for your exam.

The DMV written test consists of 25 questions, covering various aspects of road rules and safe driving practices. You have 60 minutes to complete it. Take your time during the test to make sure you understand the questions well.

You can make up to 5 mistakes on the DMV written test. To pass, you need to answer at least 20 questions correctly, achieving an 80% accuracy rate. Take your time to read each question accurately.

For new drivers under 18 years old, Colorado imposes specific restrictions:

They cannot drive unless accompanied by a licensed adult 21 or older in the front seat.
During the first six months, they cannot transport passengers under 21, except for a parent or adult over 21. After this period, one passenger under age 21 is allowed (except for medical emergencies).
Drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
They cannot use a cell phone while driving, except for emergencies.
During the first year, drivers cannot operate a motor vehicle between midnight and 5 a.m., unless with an instructor, parent, or guardian. Exceptions include school/work travel, emergencies, and emancipated minors.
Driving after drinking alcohol is prohibited (Zero Tolerance law).

In Colorado, an instruction permit remains valid for three years. Now that you have your instruction permit, it's time to start practicing your driving skills before the road test.

If you fail your online DMV written test in Colorado, you can retake it as many times as necessary, but with a maximum of two attempts in a day. After the first attempt, an additional fee is required. If you choose to take the exam at a third-party location, you may be subject to extra fees imposed by that business.

COLORADO DMV PRACTICE TEST

Frequently Asked Questions

1 How old do you have to be to get a driver's license in Colorado?

2 How can you schedule the DMV test?

3 What documents do you need to apply for a driver’s license in Colorado?

4 Is the DMV test only provided in English?

5 How can you prepare for the Colorado DMV test?

6 How many questions are on the DMV test in Colorado?

7 How many questions can you miss on the Colorado DMV test?

8 What are the restrictions for new drivers in Colorado?

9 How long is a Colorado permit valid for?

10 What happens if you fail your DMV test?

CO DMV Permit Practice Test

Number of questions:	25
Correct answers to pass:	20
Passing score:	80%
Minimum age to apply:	15