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Anyone who operates a motor vehicle or motor-driven cycle on public roadways in Missouri is required to have a valid driver license or learner's permit. The driver examination consists of a four-part test: a written test, a vision test, a road sign test, and a driving test. The questions on the written knowledge test will be based on information taken from the Missouri Driver's Manual. The written test is designed to check your knowledge of Missouri traffic laws, and rules for safe driving and road signs. The MO DOR test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need 20 correct answers to pass (80%).
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The first sign drivers see when approaching a highway-rail intersection is usually:
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an advance warning sign.
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a stop sign.
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a speed limit sign.
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a crossbuck sign.
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The Department will mail you a reminder to renew before your license expires. The reminder will be sent to:
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the mailing address on your driver record.
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your previous address and your current one.
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the address on your last application.
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None of the above.
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While driving, it is important to slow down:
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when the road is wet.
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at intersections.
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on narrow roads.
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All of the above.
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This sign tells drivers that:
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a divided highway is ahead.
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they cannot go straight ahead.
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left and right turns are not allowed.
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they must stop at the next intersection.
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Your red traffic signal changes to green while a pedestrian is crossing in your traffic lane. The right of way should be given:
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to you.
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to the pedestrian.
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by the pedestrian, but only when vehicles are turning left.
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by the pedestrian.
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When two cars arrive at an intersection with no signs or signals at the same time, which car has the right-of-way?
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The car in which the driver sounds the horn.
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The car approaching from the left.
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The car approaching from the right.
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The car that is traveling faster.
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This road sign means:
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Traffic increases ahead
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Slippery road ahead
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Winding road ahead
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Steep grade ahead
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This road sign means:
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No U-turns
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No right turn
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Side road
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Keep right
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A “No Right On Red” sign means:
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When the traffic signal is red, you must turn right
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You do not have to come to a stop unless the traffic signal is red
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If the signal is red, you cannot turn right
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This is a fatal intersection
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This road sign warns drivers that:
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the road will make a sharp turn to the right.
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another traffic lane joins the one they are on.
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left turns are not allowed at the intersection.
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another road enters the highway from the direction shown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Teens between 15 and 18 years old must follow the three steps of Missouri's Graduated Driver License Program:
- Instruction permit ? you must be 15 years old.
- Intermediate license ? you must be 16 years old and have held the permit for at least 182 days.
- Full driver license (class F) ? you must be 18 years old.
You can complete the DMV written test at a Missouri State Highway Patrol examination station (no appointment required). After passing the exam, go to a Missouri driver license office to apply and pay for the instruction permit. If you are a minor, your parent/legal guardian must accompany you to the license office.
You must present specific documents when applying for the first time:
- Proof of identity (provide further proof to verify any name change).
- Proof of lawful status.
- Proof of Social Security Number (If you don’t have a SSN, sign the affidavit provided by the license office and present a letter from the Social Security Administration about your situation).
- Proof of Missouri residency.
- Driver examination record to prove that you've passed the vision and the DMV written test. You can request it in person at any Missouri license office or by email at the Driver License Record Center.
You can check the list of acceptable documents here.
The DMV written test in Missouri is offered in various languages, including Chinese, French, German, Greek, Italian, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Bosnian. Although language options are provided, it is advisable to have a basic understanding of English since road signs are always in English.
To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Missouri Driver's Handbook and take our free practice tests. Topics covered on the exam include road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Once your scores are good, you are ready for the real exam.
The Missouri DMV written test comprises 25 questions and is designed to evaluate your knowledge of general traffic laws in preparation for the road test. You should study the manual carefully to ensure success on your first attempt.
You can make up to 5 mistakes on the Missouri DMV written test. To pass, you need to answer at least 20 questions correctly, achieving an 80% accuracy rate. Take your time to read each question accurately.
For new drivers in Missouri, there are specific restrictions based on their age:
Instruction permit:
- If you are under 16, you may operate only under the supervision of a parent/legal guardian, a driving instructor, or an adult who is 25 or older with a driver's license for at least 3 years. When you turn 16, you may operate if accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, seated in the front seat.
Intermediate license:
- For the first 6 months, you cannot transport more than one passenger under 19 (unless they are siblings). After this period, you can drive with a maximum of three passengers under 19.
- You cannot drive alone from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m., except for school/job activities or emergencies, unless accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old.
A Missouri instruction permit is valid for 12 months and can be renewed. To renew, provide proof of identity and Missouri residency at any Missouri license office, and pay for a duplicate permit.
MO DMV Permit Practice Test
| Number of questions: | 25 |
| Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
| Passing score: | 80% |
| Minimum age to apply: | 15 |
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