Connecticut DMV Permit Test
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DMV offices conduct knowledge testing for operator licensing on an appointment basis. The CT DMV written test is based on the information contained in the Connecticut Driver's Manual, including road signs, driving rules, and safety rules. The DMV CT knowledge test consists of 25 questions and you'll need 20 correct answers to pass (80%). You must pass a knowledge test before you receive your learner’s permit. Connecticut requires that you pass a vision test before you get a driver’s license. After you successfully pass the CT DMV practice permit test, you will be able to schedule an appointment for the road test.
Updated for 2026 DMV rules.
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When a school bus is stopped off the road without flashing lights:
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Stop until the bus moves on.
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Stop only if you’re on the same side of the road as the bus.
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You’re not required to stop - use caution as you pass the bus.
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Stop until the bus driver signals you to go.
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When parking uphill on a road with a curb, turn the front wheels:
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Away from the curb.
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Straight ahead.
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Toward the curb.
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Parallel to the curb.
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3.
This road sign means you:
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Must come to a complete stop before turning left.
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Can go straight ahead.
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Are approaching a divided highway.
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Can turn left or go straight.
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If the driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk, you should:
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Change lanes, scan the road ahead, and pass the stopped vehicles.
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Cautiously pass the vehicle at 10 MPH or less.
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Speed up and quickly pass them to clear the crosswalk.
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Stop, then proceed when all pedestrians have crossed.
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When entering an expressway from the entrance ramp, you should:
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Come to a complete stop before merging.
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Cross over to the traffic lane as soon as possible.
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Use the acceleration lane to blend into the traffic.
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Go down to the bottom of the ramp and stop until it is safe to enter the expressway.
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TEST #1
Question 3 of 36
Negotiating Intersections
3. If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light?
After the crosswalk.
On the crosswalk.
Before the stop line.×
Before the crosswalk.✓
Explanation
If there is no stop line at a red light, you must stop before the crosswalk — it’s always illegal to stop on it.