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Free Delaware DMV Permit Practice Test 2025

  • Perfect for learner’s permit, driver’s license, and Senior Refresher Test
  • Based on official Delaware Driver's manual
  • Updated for February 2025

To get your Delaware DMV Level One Learner’s Permit, you must be at least 16 years old and pass a vision screening and the written permit knowledge test. The permit test consists of 30 multiple-choice questions based on the state’s Delaware DMV 2025 Driver’s Manual. To pass, you must score at least 76% (19 out of 30 questions). If you fail, you must wait at least 10 days and pay a retest fee upon the third attempt! Using our practice tests makes sure that doesn’t happen.
Our free online Delaware DMV Permit Practice Test mirrors the official exam. It is up to date as of February 2025 and also based on the state manual, easily providing you with questions and answers to help you study. Immediate feedback is provided on any missed questions instead of at the end of the assessment.
The Level One Learner’s Permit is the first phase of Delaware’s Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) program for drivers under 18 (up to 22 for those with an Individualized Education Program (IEP)). At age 16, after completing Driver Education, you can apply for this permit. For the first six months, you must drive with a licensed adult (age 25+ with five years of licensure). You can’t drive between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., except for work, school, or church. No phone or electronic device use is allowed while driving. After six violation-free months, you may start driving unsupervised but with nighttime restrictions. Once you’ve held your permit for a year with no violations, you’re free to drive unsupervised. At age 18, you can apply for an unrestricted license after completing the GDL program with no violations.

If you’re 18 or older, the GDL phases do not apply. Once you satisfy the requirements for your Level One Learner’s Permit and have practiced and feel prepared, you can take the road skills test to apply for an unrestricted license.
Once you’re ready to apply for the permit, go to the DMV with proof of identity (birth certificate, passport), Social Security card, two proofs of residence (utility bill, bank statement), and, if not a US citizen, proof of legal residence and sponsorship identification. If under 18, you’ll need your Delaware Driver Education Certificate and signed consent (in person) from a parent or legal guardian. Submit the documents, pass a vision screening, pay the fee, and pass the official written test.

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What to expect on the actual DE DMV exam

30

questions

24

correct answers to pass

80%

passing score

16 y/o

minimum age to apply

FAQs

How many questions are on the permit test?

The Delaware permit test consists of 30 questions.

How can I obtain a learner's permit?

To obtain a learner's permit in Delaware, you must be at least 16 years old, pass a vision screening and a written knowledge test, and provide the required documentation for identity and legal presence.

What are effective ways to prepare for the DMV written test?

Preparing for the DMV written test involves studying the Delaware Driver Manual thoroughly and taking practice tests to familiarize yourself with the format and types of questions.

How long is the permit valid?

In Delaware, a learner's permit is valid for six months. You must hold your permit for at least six months before you can take the road skills test for a driver's license.

What documents are needed for a learner's permit?

To obtain a learner's permit, you'll need proof of identity, legal presence, Social Security number, and two proofs of Delaware residency. Additional documents may be required for minors.

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List of questions (classic view)

  1. Which of the following statements about railroad crossings is FALSE?
  2. A solid white line between lanes of traffic means that
  3. You should never back up your vehicle in any travel lane EXCEPT
  4. What does this traffic signal mean?
  5. The purpose of installing traffic cameras at busy Delaware intersections is to cite drivers who
  6. In Delaware, you are NOT required to stop for a school bus that is stopped on the opposite side of a roadway with
  7. At an intersection without stop signs, yield signs, or traffic signals, drivers must yield to
  8. What does this sign mean?
  9. On multilane roads, the leftmost lane is intended to be used for
  10. When you park and leave your vehicle in the street, you should NOT
  11. In Delaware, you may not park your vehicle
  12. What does this sign mean?
  13. If a truck is trying to pass you, you can help the truck driver by
  14. When you meet a truck coming from the opposite direction, keep as far as possible to the side to avoid
  15. To avoid driving faster than the distance you can see ahead, you should use
  16. What does this sign mean?
  17. Which of the following is NOT a proper step in parallel parking on the right side of the road?
  18. On multilane roads, you should avoid driving alongside other vehicles because
  19. If you're being tailgated, you should
  20. What does this sign indicate?
  21. At night, use your ________ in heavy traffic or when following another vehicle.
  22. If you are about to pass a bicycle to your right and an oncoming vehicle is approaching you on your left, what should you do?
  23. When a driver behind you wants to pass, you should
  24. What does this sign indicate?
  25. The Delaware Driver Manual recommends following the three-second rule to avoid
  26. The danger areas around trucks and buses where crashes are more likely to occur are called
  27. Work zone signs are usually
  28. What does this sign indicate?
  29. If you want to change several lanes on a multilane highway, you should
  30. At 55 mph on a two-lane road, you need about ________ to pass another vehicle safely.
  31. If you're driving at 55 mph, you should not use the opposing lane to pass another vehicle if you are within _________ of a hill or curve.
  32. This sign warns drivers that
  33. If you turn your ignition key to the lock position while your vehicle is in motion,
  34. Which of the following are two types of speed signs?
  35. What does a steady “DONT WALK” signal indicate?
  36. What does this sign mean?
  37. According to the Delaware Driver Manual, at a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.06%, your chance of being involved in an accident is _________ as if you were sober.
  38. Large flashing or sequencing arrow panels may be used in work zones in both day and night to
  39. In Delaware, the speed limit _________ is 20 mph except where otherwise posted.
  40. What does this sign mean?

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