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Every resident of Utah who drives a motor vehicle on any public roadway must have a valid Utah driver license or learner's permit. To get a driver’s license, you must pass a vision, written and driving test. The Utah DMV written test covers the information found in the Utah Driver's Manual, and will include questions on road signs, road rules, safe driving practices, traffic laws, license sanctions, as well as questions specific to the class of license you are applying for. The Utah DMV knowledge test consists of 50 questions, and you'll need at least 40 correct answers to pass (80% or higher). Practice with this sample DMV written test and study the driver’s manual to get ready for the official Utah DMV written test.
1. When is it legal to pass another vehicle using the shoulder of a road?
Never.
When there’s a vehicle in front of you in the passing lane.
When the shoulder is unpaved.
Always.
2. When leaving an expressway, drivers should:
Get into the acceleration lane.
Get into the exit lane.
Make a last-minute turn into the exit.
Get into the entrance ramp.
3. Should you always drive more slowly than other traffic?
No, you should only do it when someone is tailgating you.
No, as you could block the flow of traffic.
Yes, this is the key to defensive driving.
Yes, but only if you see a minimum speed limit sign posted.
4. Collisions can happen more often when:
One vehicle is traveling faster than the flow of traffic.
One lane of traffic is traveling faster than the others.
All vehicles are traveling at the posted speed limit.
All of the above.
5. This sign indicates the _______________ vehicles can safely travel in this area.
speed limit sign
suggested speed
minimum speed
reaction speed
maximum speed
6. Parking is NOT allowed:
On public roads.
On slippery roads.
In front of driveways.
All of the above.
7. This road sign means:
pedestrian crossing
Pedestrians must not cross.
School zone ahead.
Pedestrian crossing ahead.
Business district ahead.
8. Drivers must yield the right of way to a bicyclist just as they would to another vehicle.
True.
False.
9. Cell phones can be a cause of distracted driving.
False.
True.
10. This road sign means:
no right turn sign
Detour ahead.
You must turn right.
The road ahead is closed to traffic.
No right turn.
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Frequently Asked Questions

To obtain an entry-level learner permit in Utah, you must be 15 years old. After obtaining the permit, you can apply for a class D driver license. Here are the requirements:
  • If you are 17 or younger, it’s mandatory to complete a driver education course and hold the permit for six months.
  • If you're 18, driver education is mandatory, but the six-month waiting period with the learner permit is not required.
  • If you're over 19, driver education is not obligatory, but you must hold your learner permit for 90 days if you don’t complete a driver education course.
Your license will be provisional until you turn 21 years old.


Once you've completed the learner permit application, you can schedule an appointment for your visit at any Utah Driver License office. If you are under 19, please note that you are required to complete 27 hours of high school classroom instruction, or 18 hours of private school instruction, or 30 hours of a Utah-approved online course to prepare for the written test.

When visiting the driver license office, ensure you bring:
  • One proof of identity (if your name has changed, bring legal documentation)
  • Two proofs of Utah residency
  • Proof of your Social Security number
  • One proof of legal presence (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
Check the list of acceptable documents before your appointment.

The DMV written test for obtaining a driver's license in Utah is available in multiple languages, including English, Arabic, Swahili, Dari, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Vietnamese, Somali, Tongan, Ukrainian, Korean, French, and Tagalog. Additionally, if you are deaf or hearing impaired, you can require assistance from an ASL interpreter.

To prepare for the DMV written test, you can refer to the official Utah Driver's Handbook. The manual covers various information about road rules, traffic signs, and safe driving practices. Study carefully the different sections and test your knowledge with our free practice tests!

The DMV written test in Utah consists of 50 questions for first-time applicants. It is prohibited to use the driver's manual during the exam. If you have carefully read the handbook and taken various practice tests, you should be able to answer each question without any problem.

To pass the Utah DMV written test, you need to reach a score of 80%. This means that you must correctly answer 40 questions and can miss a maximum of 10 questions. Sign up for DMV Premium to verify your preparation and check if you are ready for the real test.

Restrictions with a learner permit:
  • If you are 15, 16, or 17 years old, you can drive only if accompanied by an approved driving instructor, parent, or legal guardian who is a licensed driver, occupying the seat beside you. You can also transport other passengers.
  • If you are 18 years or older, you can drive only if accompanied by a person 21 years or older, who is a licensed driver and occupies the seat beside you. You can also transport other passengers.
Restrictions with a driver license:
  • If you are under 17 years old, you can drive alone except from 12 am to 5 am unless:
- accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, occupying the seat beside you;
- for agricultural, work, or school activities;
- in emergency situations.
  • If you are under 18, for the first six months after obtaining your driver's license, you can transport only family members unless accompanied by a licensed driver who is 21 years or older, or for agricultural assignments or emergencies.

The Utah permit remains valid for a duration of 18 months. If you need to renew your permit or if it expires, you have to pay a fee, complete the application process again, and retake the DMV written test.

If you fail your DMV written test in Utah, you have three chances to pass the exam within six months. If you don't pass after three attempts, you must pay another fee for three additional attempts within six months.