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Prepare for Your Pennsylvania Permit Test (2025)

Get ready for your Pennsylvania DMV permit test with our updated 2025 practice tests. Designed to match the real test, they’re broken into three sections: road rules, road signs, and distracted driving with fines. Practice real exam-style questions, review flash cards and road sign tools, or study the Pennsylvania driver’s handbook for in-depth prep. Short on time? The cheat sheet has all the essentials for a quick review. Start now and ace your PA permit test!

Car Practice Tests

Easy

126 questions

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This section features test questions on the essential operational rules and safety practices every driver must know. You’ll face scenarios that ask about right-of-way, proper turning, lane usage, and defensive driving—all key topics that frequently appear on permit and driving tests.

Driving Rules 1

Questions: 1-40

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Driving Rules 2

Questions: 41-80

Correct: 0/40 Start
Driving Rules 3

Questions: 81-126

Correct: 0/46 Start
Easy Marathon

Your last step before moving to the Road Signs section. Practice all the road rules questions at once.

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Hard

126 questions

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This section is all about the visual language of the road. The test questions here will challenge you to identify and interpret various road signs, traffic signals, and pavement markings. You’ll learn how to quickly recognize what each sign means, helping you prepare for the real-world and exam scenarios.

Traffic Sign 1

Questions: 1-40

Correct: 0/40 Start
Traffic Sign 2

Questions: 41-80

Correct: 0/40 Start
Traffic Sign 3

Questions: 81-126

Correct: 0/46 Start
Hard Marathon

Your last step before moving to the fines and limits section. Practice all the road signs questions at once.

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Expert

132 questions

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Here you’ll tackle test questions focused on legal requirements and penalties. Expect questions on topics like BAC limits, seatbelt laws, speeding fines, and DUI penalties. These examples are designed to show you how the rules work in practice, so you’re ready for both the exam and safe driving on the road.

Driving Laws 1

Questions: 1-40

Correct: 0/40 Start
Driving Laws 2

Questions: 41-80

Correct: 0/40 Start
Driving Laws 3

Questions: 81-132

Correct: 0/52 Start
Expert Marathon

Your last step before moving to the fines and limits section. Practice all the limits and fines questions at once.

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Exam Simulator

Random 40 Questions

The Grand Finale. The exam simulator mimics the experience of a DOT exam, pulling random questions from a huge database. It has the same number of questions and the same passing score as your actual exam.

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What is the age requirement to obtain a Pennsylvania Driver’s License?
In order to apply for a driver's license, you must be at least 18 years of age. You can get a Learner's Permit if you're at least 16 years old.
Who needs a Pennsylvania Driver’s License?
At least 16-year-old Pennsylvanians who are interested in learning to drive.
Do I have to pass a test to obtain a Pennsylvania Driver’s License?
The Vision, Knowledge, and Road Tests must all be passed.
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What do I have to do to obtain my Pennsylvania Learner’s Permit?
To participate, you must be at least 16 years old
Complete the Learner's Permit Application (with a letter from your doctor attesting to your current health);
Your parent or legal guardian must sign a consent form on your behalf.
a copy of your government-issued photo ID and proof of your date of birth
Make sure you have a copy of your SSN on hand.
Make a payment;
Be able to pass the exams of eyesight and knowledge
How long is my Learner’s Permit valid?
One (1 )year.
Can I drive with my Learner’s Permit?
In order to pass your Road Test, you must, of course, practice supervised driving. Those under the age of 18 who want to take the Road Test must undergo at least 65 hours of behind-the-wheel training, which includes at least 10 hours at night and five hours in adverse weather conditions.
Any restrictions while driving with my Learner’s Permit?
Only a licensed driver over the age of 21 or a parent or guardian sitting in the passenger seat next to you is permitted to accompany you on the road.
There is a limit on how many passengers under the age of 18 may be in a vehicle at any given time.
I completed the 65 hours of behind-the-wheel skill-building. Can I take the Road Test?
The answer is yes, provided that you have had your Learner's Permit for at least six months.
I passed my Road Test. What’s next?
In the near future, you will get a Junior Driver's Permit.
Any restrictions while driving with my Junior Driver’s License?
Driving alone is only permitted between the hours of 5 a.m. and 11 p.m., or if accompanied by someone who is at least 21 years old or a parent or legal guardian.
How can I obtain my regular Pennsylvania Driver’s License?
a minimum of one year after obtaining your junior driver's license
Be careful not to break any rules of the road in Pennsylvania;
Avoid any kind of mishaps.
Obtain the permission of your legal guardian or parent.
When you reach 18, your Junior Driver's License will be converted to a normal driver's license.
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How many questions are on the DOT written test?
18 questions are on the exam of knowledge.
What is the score required to pass the test?
To pass the exam, you must properly answer at least 15 of the 20 questions (83 percent).
I failed my knowledge test. What do I have to do?
You may take the exam again the next business day if you miss it the first time.
I failed my knowledge test. Can I obtain my Learner’s Permit?
No.
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How can I schedule my Road Test?
Visit dmv.pa.gov or call 1-800-423-5542 for more information.
Which documents do I need to provide to take my Road Test?
Permit to Learn that's currently valid;
If you are under the age of 18, you must have a completed and signed 65-hour driver's education form.
you'll need to bring proof of insurance and your vehicle's registration card to the test;
An accompanying parent or legal guardian must have a valid driver's license.
The original document must be given.
What are the top reasons why new drivers fail the Road Test?
Unbelievability in controlling a vehicle
Violation of a traffic law
Driving recklessly;
Not adhering to the rules and regulations;
Releasing an error.
I failed my road test. When can I repeat it?
You have seven days to wait. Your driving abilities should be improved throughout this period.

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