Texas DMV Permit Practice Q&A 2026 (30 Questions)

Texas DMV Permit Practice Q&A 2026 (30 Questions)

1. Q: What is the minimum age to apply for a Texas learner’s permit?
A: 15 years old (with Driver Education completion).

2. Q: What documents are required to apply for a learner’s permit in Texas?
A: Proof of identity, Social Security number, residency, and parental/guardian consent if under 18.

3. Q: How many questions are on the Texas learner’s permit test?
A: 30 multiple-choice questions.

4. Q: What is the passing score for the Texas learner’s permit test?
A: 70% or higher.

5. Q: Can you drive alone with a Texas learner’s permit?
A: No, you must be accompanied by a licensed adult 21 or older.

6. Q: How long must you hold a learner’s permit before applying for a provisional license in Texas?
A: 6 months (if under 18).

7. Q: What is the speed limit in a school zone in Texas?
A: 20 mph when children are present.

8. Q: How far must you stop from a school bus with flashing red lights?
A: At least 20 feet.

9. Q: Who must wear a seatbelt in Texas?
A: All passengers and the driver.

10. Q: What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
A: Stop completely, then proceed when safe.

11. Q: What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?
A: Slow down and proceed with caution.

12. Q: What is the BAC limit for drivers under 21 in Texas?
A: 0.00% (zero tolerance).

13. Q: What is the proper hand signal for a left turn?
A: Left arm straight out.

14. Q: What is the proper hand signal for stopping or slowing?
A: Left arm bent downward at 90 degrees.

15. Q: How far must you park from a fire hydrant in Texas?
A: 15 feet.

16. Q: How far must you park from a crosswalk at an intersection?
A: 20 feet.

17. Q: When should you use headlights in Texas?
A: Between sunset and sunrise, or during poor visibility.

18. Q: What should you do if you approach a railroad crossing with flashing lights?
A: Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and tracks are clear.

19. Q: What does a solid double yellow line mean in Texas?
A: No passing in either direction.

20. Q: How far in advance must you signal before turning?
A: At least 100 feet in urban areas; 300 feet on highways.

21. Q: What is the proper lane for making a right turn?
A: The lane closest to the right curb.

22. Q: How far behind a vehicle should you follow under normal conditions?
A: At least 2–3 seconds.

23. Q: When must you yield to pedestrians?
A: Always, at crosswalks and intersections.

24. Q: When can you pass another vehicle on the right?
A: Only if the vehicle is making a left turn and you have room to pass safely.

25. Q: What should you do if your car starts to skid?
A: Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go and avoid braking hard.

26. Q: When entering a freeway, what should you do?
A: Accelerate to match traffic speed and merge safely.

27. Q: What is the speed limit on rural highways in Texas unless posted otherwise?
A: 70 mph.

28. Q: What is the speed limit on urban roads in Texas unless posted otherwise?
A: 30 mph.

29. Q: What should you do if an emergency vehicle with flashing lights approaches?
A: Pull over to the right and stop until it passes.

30. Q: What is the penalty for violating learner’s permit restrictions in Texas?
A: Fines, possible license suspension, and delayed provisional license eligibility.