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DELAWARE DMV PRACTICE TEST

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If you operate a motor vehicle on public roadways in Delaware you are required to have a driver license or learner’s permit. The DE DMV examination consists of four parts: vision screening, highway sign and signal test, rules of the road test, and road test. The Delaware DMV written test is based on the information contained in the Delaware Driver's Manual. The knowledge test consists of 32 questions, and you'll need 26 correct answers to pass (80%). Practice with this sample test to familiarize yourself with the format of the Delaware DMV driver's license test.
1. This road sign indicates:
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The speed limit in a residential area.
The maximum safe speed for an expressway exit.
The maximum safe speed for an expressway entrance.
2. If you are being tailgated you should:
Sound your horn and flash your brake lights.
Merge into the lane to your right, if possible.
Speed up.
3. What should drivers do when they see this sign?
one lane bridge
Allow others to merge smoothly.
Look to the left and right for other traffic.
Make sure the bridge is clear of oncoming traffic before they cross.
4. Drivers should check their rearview mirrors:
Only when slowing down.
To see if a truck is in their blind spot.
Often to see how traffic is moving behind them.
5. Does a vehicle prepared to enter a traffic circle or roundabout have the right-of-way over the vehicles in the circle?
Yes.
Yes, but only if they are entering the rotary from the right lane.
No. Vehicles already in the circle have the right-of-way.
6. If you are in the lane marked with a curved arrow and the word ONLY:
turn lane arrows
You must turn left.
You are the only driver in the lane who can turn left.
You are the only driver in the lane who MUST turn in the direction of the arrow.
7. Texting while driving a motor vehicle is:
Illegal.
Permitted when driving at a slow speed.
Legal if the driver is 21 years of age or older.
8. This yellow sign means:
merging traffic sign
One-lane road ahead.
Lane ends ahead.
Merging traffic ahead.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • If you are between the ages of 16 and 18 or are under 22 years old and receiving special education services through the Individualized Education Program (IEP), you qualify for the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program. This program allows you to obtain a learner’s permit. After completing 12 months of the GDL program, if your sponsor hasn't withdrawn their endorsement and your driving record is clear, your permit will convert to a class D license. 
  • If you are 18 years or older and choose not to participate in the GDL program, no sponsor is required, but you'll need to undergo an eye, knowledge, and road skills examination at the DMV to obtain your driver's license.
Apply in person at any Division of Motor Vehicles office in Wilmington, New Castle, Dover, or Georgetown. Verify where the nearest Delaware DMV office is and check its business hours before going. 

You need to bring specific documents: 

  • Proof of identity (e.g., certificate of birth or valid passport).
  • Two proof of Delaware residency, displaying your physical address and being valid within the last 60 days. Acceptable documents include utility bills, credit card statements, insurance policies, and employment records.
  • Proof of legal name change (if available).
  • Proof of passing a Certified Delaware Driver Education Course for those under 18.

For a guide on acceptable documents, you can refer to the official Document Selector Guide.
If you cannot read or speak English, translators are permitted during the DMV written test. The applicant is responsible for scheduling and paying a translator who will read the questions. However, the road sign section must be completed without any additional assistance.
To get ready for the Delaware DMV written test, start by reading the Delaware Driver’s Handbook. This manual has all the info you need to study for the exam: traffic signs, road rules, and safe driving practices. Then, check what you've learned with our free practice tests and consider signing up for DMV Premium to access additional resources!
The Delaware DMV test comprises 32 questions. It is designed to evaluate your knowledge of general driving laws, safe driving practices, and road signs. You should study the manual carefully to ensure your success on the first attempt.

You need an accuracy rate of 80% or higher, which means you are allowed up to 6 wrong answers. Be cautious and read thoroughly the questions.

New drivers in Delaware with a learner's permit face specific restrictions:
  • You must carry the permit with you when driving.
  • You and your passengers must wear safety belts.
  • You cannot use a cell phone while driving.
  • You cannot transport other people, except for an adult supervisor and one other passenger or your family members, for the first 12 months.
  • Under mandatory supervision, the supervisor must be a properly licensed parent, guardian, or approved adult driver, at least 25 years old, with a class D license for a minimum of 5 years.

For the first six months:
  • You must be supervised at all times.
  • The sponsor must certify that the permit holder has driven for 50 hours, including 10 hours of nighttime driving, and submit the certification to the Department of Education after the initial six months.

After the first six months:
  • You may drive unsupervised only between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
  • You may drive between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. if supervised or for specific exceptions such as church, work, and school activities.
  • Passenger restrictions continue, allowing only the adult supervisor and one other passenger during unsupervised driving.
In Delaware, your learner's permit is valid for 6 months. You can extend it once before it expires by paying a fee. This waiting period ensures you have ample time to gain valuable driving experience and feel confident before the exam.