MN DMV Practice Test
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Anyone who drives a motor vehicle on public streets or highways in Minnesota must carry a valid driver’s license or learner’s permit. Your eyes will be screened when you apply for, or renew, your driver’s license or learner’s permit. The MN DMV written test contains multiple-choice and true or false questions that evaluate your knowledge and understanding of Minnesota road rules, road signs and safety rules. The MN DMV test is based on information contained in the official Minnesota Driver's Manual, and consists of 40 questions. You need 32 correct answers to pass (80%).
Updated for 2026 DMV rules.
1.
To avoid the risk of being involved in an alcohol-related crash, you should:
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Decide before you start drinking that you are not going to drive.
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Say “No, thanks" if someone offers you alcohol.
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Call a taxi if you've been drinking.
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All of the above.
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2.
This road sign means:
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One-way street.
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Divided highway ahead.
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Divided highway ends.
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Four-lane highway ahead.
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3.
This road sign means:
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Pavement is narrowing.
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Narrow bridge ahead.
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Construction site ahead.
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Low clearance.
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4.
When they see a yellow X signal, drivers should:
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Prepare to leave the lane safely.
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Stay in their lane.
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Come to a complete stop at the marked stop line.
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Turn off the ignition.
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5.
As alcohol builds up in your blood, it:
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Slows down your reactions.
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Reduces your concentration.
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Alters your judgement.
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All of the above.
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6.
Which of the following is true about a double solid white line?
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It means passing or crossing is prohibited in that lane, except when turning left.
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Crossing a double solid line is prohibited.
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Drivers can pass another vehicle when it is safe to do so.
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None of the above.
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7.
Alcohol:
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Makes it easier to make correct decisions.
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Improves your reaction time.
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Enhances your ability to see clearly.
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Makes you less aware of what is happening to your driving abilities.
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8.
Alcohol is:
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A depressant.
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An energizer.
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A dopant.
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A stimulant.
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Alcohol affects:
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Your reaction time.
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Your judgement.
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Your concentration.
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All of the above.
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10.
A flashing red light means:
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The same as a STOP sign.
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The light will soon change to steady red.
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Slow down before entering.
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The traffic signal is broken.
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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.