Delaware DMV Written 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. Updated for 2026 DMV rules.

1. Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:

Are approaching a hazard.
Are slowing down or stopping.
Are experiencing problems with your vehicle.

2. As you drive on the expressway, make sure:

Your directional signal goes off before you change lanes.
You cut off vehicles behind you when you change lanes.
To signal all lane changes.

3. Allow a larger space cushion when stopping:

At the scene of an accident.
On a hill.
Because of intense traffic.

4. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in residential areas is:

15 MPH.
25 MPH.
20 MPH.

5. Large trucks are likely to lose speed when:

Climbing a steep hill.
Beginning a downward grade.
Driving behind a passenger car.

6. Drivers must yield to pedestrians:

When pedestrians are crossing within a marked or unmarked crosswalk.
By slowing down and making sure they are being seen by pedestrians.
Always.

7. This red and white sign means you should:

Give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you wish to enter or cross.
Keep a steady speed and check traffic both ways.
Stop and check traffic both ways before proceeding.