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Persons applying for a Florida driver’s license are required to take a vision, hearing, and knowledge test. The FL DMV written test consists of 40 road rules and 10 road signs questions. To pass the test, you must provide the correct answers to at least 40 of the 50 multiple-choice questions.
Thoroughly study the Florida Driver's Handbook before you take the test. After you successfully pass the official DMV practice permit test, you will be able to schedule an appointment for the driving test at your local DMV.
1. This sign tells drivers:
no turn on red sign
turning right on red is forbidden.
they may not turn right or left during the red light.
they must wait for the traffic signal to turn green before turning right or left.
All of the above.
2. Drivers may not cross ______________ unless turning left when it is safe to do so.
double solid yellow lines
red lines
broken yellow lines
double solid white lines
3. When approaching any intersection or driveway, drivers should:
change lanes.
pass other vehicles and then stop.
drive at the fastest speed just before entering the intersection.
look both ways and be ready to stop.
4. When passing a truck, drivers should:
decrease their speed if passing the truck on a downgrade.
pass on the right for maximum visibility.
pull in front of the truck before they can see the cab.
let the truck driver know they are passing by blinking their headlights.
5. People who drive after drinking risk:
higher insurance rates, jail sentences.
heavy fines, loss of license.
injuries and fatalities.
All of the above.
6. At 40 MPH, the average driver’s reaction time accounts for __ feet traveled.
111
88
44
22
7. Ramp signals:
control the speed of vehicles entering a freeway.
are not considered traffic control devices.
control the weight of trucks entering a freeway.
control the rate of vehicles entering a freeway.
8. This is:
side road sign
a right curve sign.
a reduction of lanes sign.
a merging traffic sign.
a side road sign.
9. Which of the following is NOT a defensive driving tip:
It is better to drive off the road than skid off when avoiding a crash.
Hitting a car moving in the same direction as you are is better than hitting a car head-on.
Hitting a post is better than hitting a bush.
It is better to swerve right instead of toward oncoming traffic to prevent a crash.
10. This sign warns drivers that:
double curve sign
the highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways. Drivers should keep to the right.
There is a low place in the road ahead.
there is a winding road ahead.
there is a double curve ahead.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

In Florida, you are eligible to apply for a learner's license at 15 years old. To obtain a full class E driver license, you must wait until you are 16 years old and have held a learner's license for at least one year. Alternatively, you can directly apply for a driver’s license at the age of 18.
The DMV written test in Florida can be taken through various options:
  • In-Person Testing. Visit any Florida driver license office to take the knowledge test.
  • Online Testing. If you are under 18, you have the option to take the exam online through a registered third-party administrator. After passing the test, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) will be automatically notified.
  • Driver Education Licensing Assistance Program (DELAP). Some high school driver education classes are authorized to provide the exam with this program. Upon passing the test, the result will be entered into Florida driving records by the same school.
After successfully completing your DMV test in Florida, it's important to ensure you have the necessary documentation. Here's a checklist of the required documents:

  • Proof of identification (e.g., birth certificate or US Passport)
  • Proof of Social Security Number
  • Proof of residential address (e.g., home utility bill, home telephone bill, mortgage, etc.)
  • Online test proctoring form (for those who completed the test online)
  • Parental consent form application (if you are under 18 and unmarried)

If you complete the test through a registered third-party administrator, you don’t need to bring any extra document because the test results will be automatically notified.
The DMV written test in Florida is offered in various languages, including Arabic, Chinese, English, Haitian Creole, Russian, and Spanish. Although language options are provided, it is advisable to have a basic understanding of English since road signs are always in English.

You should read the Florida Driver' License Handbook to familiarize yourself with the driving laws, road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Evaluate your knowledge with our free practice tests, or sign up for DMV Premium to unlock exclusive PDF Cheat Sheets!
The DMV written test includes 50 multiple-choice questions. The questions cover various topics to ensure that applicants have a solid understanding of the rules of the road. Carefully study the manual to enhance your chances of passing the exam.

On the Florida DMV written test, you are allowed to miss up to 10 questions out of the total 50 in order to pass. This means you need a score of at least 80%. Take your time during the exam to make sure you understand the questions well.

For new drivers in Florida, the following restrictions apply:
  • With a learner's license, you must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21. For the first three months you are restricted to daylight hours, then driving is allowed until 10 pm.
  • At 16 with a driver license, you can drive alone except from 11 pm to 6 am, unless for work reasons or if accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older.
  • At 17 with a driver license, you can drive alone except from 1 am to 5 am, unless for work reasons or if accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older.
  • For those under 21, there is zero alcohol tolerance. If stopped with a Blood Alcohol Level (BAL) of .02 or higher, your license will be suspended for six months.
If you do not pass your DMV written test in Florida, you will need to pay the fee again for another attempt. Keep in mind that a service fee is applicable to all driver license transactions at a tax collector office. Focus on the sections of the manual you have overlooked to have a deep understanding of the driving laws.

FL DMV Permit Practice Test

Number of questions: 50
Correct answers to pass:40
Passing score:80%
Signs questions:10
Minimum age to apply: 15
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