MISSISSIPPI DMV PRACTICE TEST

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Under the laws of Mississippi, if you operate any motor vehicle on the streets or highways, you must have a driver’s license or learner’s permit. As part of your examination, your eyes will be checked to make sure you see well enough to drive safely. The questions on the written knowledge test will be based on information taken from the Mississippi Driver's Manual, and will concern the Mississippi traffic laws, road signs, road rules and safe driving practices. The Mississippi MS DMV knowledge test consists of 30 questions, and you'll need 24 correct answers to pass (80%).
1. This road sign means:
no right turn sign
Turn left or go through
No right turn
One-way street ahead
2. An edge line that angles toward the center of the road indicates that:
there’s a narrow bridge ahead.
the road is narrower ahead.
you must turn right.
3. This sign means:
divided highway ahead sign
The highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways.
The divided highway on which drivers are traveling ends ahead.
Roundabout ahead. Slow down.
4. What do pennant-shaped signs indicate?
Yield
A No Passing Zone
A school crossing
5. If an approaching driver does not dim the headlights, you should:
move your eyes to the left to help avoid the glare of approaching high beams.
flash your headlights to low beam for a second, then return to high beam.
move your eyes to the right and avoid looking directly at the bright lights.
6. Before stopping their vehicle on the roadway, drivers should:
pump the brakes to check if they work properly.
check their mirrors for traffic.
place their foot on the accelerator.
7. Pentagonal signs are used to indicate:
possible hazards on roadways.
school crossings.
no passing zones.
8. This is the shape and color of a ________ sign.
yield sign
do not enter
yield
stop
9. This road sign means:
slippery road sign
Work work ahead
Slippery when wet
Steep downgrade
10. To be able to turn quickly, your hands should be:
next to each other on the top of the steering wheel.
on the steering wheel, so they are at the 6 and 12 o'clock positions.
placed on opposite sides of the steering wheel.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

In Mississippi, if you are enrolled in an approved driver education course, you can get a temporary learner’s permit at the age of 14. Once you reach the age of 15, you are eligible for a regular learner’s permit. After holding the learner's permit for one year, you qualify for an intermediate license. To obtain a regular driver’s license (class R), you must be at least 16 ½ and hold the intermediate license for six months. If you are 17 years old or older, there is no waiting period. You can obtain both the learner's permit and the driver's license on the same day.

You can schedule an appointment online for your DMV written test. Select dates and times based on your preferences and the available options at the various Mississippi driver license locations.

When applying for a driver’s license, you must bring the following documents:
  • A completed application signed by your parent/guardian if you are under 17.
  • Proof of identity (such as the birth certificate) and a legal document if you have changed your name.
  • Proof of Social Security Number.
  • Two proofs of residency (such as an utility bill, bank statements, or student ID card with your photo).
  • A completed School Attendance Form if you are between 15 and 17 years old. For applicants under 18 and married, the form is not required, but they must present a marriage license.
Check the list of acceptable documents to ensure you have all you need.

To prepare for the DMV written test, you can refer to the official Mississippi Driver's Handbook. The manual covers various information about traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. Study carefully the different sections and test your knowledge with our free practice tests!
With a learner’s permit, new drivers must always be accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older, who sits next to them. For the first 6 months after obtaining the license or until reaching the age of 17, drivers cannot operate between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. from Sunday to Thursday and between 11:30 pm and 6 am on Friday and Saturday, unless under supervision. For both learner’s permit and intermediate license holders, texting with a cell phone is forbidden.

In Mississippi, a temporary learner’s permit is valid until you have completed the driver education course. Instead, a learner’s permit is valid for two years. This ensures you have enough time to practice driving and fulfill the necessary requirements before the road test.

If you don't pass the DMV written test, you can repeat it the following business day. After three unsuccessful attempts, you need to wait for 30 days before you can retake the exam again. To enhance your chances of passing the permit test, sign up for DMV Premium, which provides useful resources for studying!

MS DMV Permit Practice Test

Number of questions: 30
Correct answers to pass:24
Passing score:80%
Minimum age to apply: 15
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