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Free Washington DOL Permit Practice Test 2025
- Perfect for learner’s permit, driver’s license, and Senior Refresher Test
- Based on official Washington Driver's manual
- Triple-checked for accuracy
- Updated for March 2025
Two basic requirements stand in the way of obtaining your Washington learner’s permit: the vision screening and a written permit knowledge test. The test consists of 40 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws, road signs, safe driving practices, driving under the influence, and what to do in case of an accident, as outlined in the state’s Washington DOL 2025 Driver’s Manual. To pass, you must score at least 80% (32 out of 40 questions) and testing must take place in person at the DOL. If you fail the knowledge test, you can retake it only after paying a retest fee, so use our practice resources to make sure that doesn’t happen.
Washington’s Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) program gradually introduces driving privileges to persons under 18. The process begins with the learner’s permit being granted to teens at least 15 1⁄2 years of age (or 15 when enrolled in a driver training course) who pass the written knowledge test and vision screening. During this phase, drivers must be accompanied by a licensed adult who is at least 21 years old and has held a driver’s license for at least five years. Additionally, you cannot use mobile devices (even hands-free ones) during this phase. Once you reach the age of 16, having held the learner’s permit for at least six months and graduated from a driver education program (with no tickets or violations), you can take the road test. If you pass, you graduate to the intermediate driver’s license, where some restrictions are lifted. Once you reach the age of 18, and assuming all requirements have been met, you can become fully licensed with all restrictions lifted.
When the time comes to take the knowledge test, go to the DOL to apply for a permit. Present your Social Security number, proof of Washington residency, and proof of identity. If you’re under 18, your parent or guardian must provide these documents, proof of relationship to you, and a parental authorization affidavit. Updated for March 2025, our free online Washington DOL Permit Practice Test is designed with questions and answers based on the state manual. The instant feedback we provide has been scientifically shown to improve retention. Once you feel prepared, submit the documents, pass a vision screening, pay the fee, and take the official written test.
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What to expect on the actual WA DOL exam
40
questions
32
correct answers to pass
80%
passing score
15 y/o
minimum age to apply
FAQs
Can I get my permit online?
In Washington, you cannot complete the entire process of obtaining a learner's permit online. While some steps may be completed online, you must visit a Department of Licensing (DOL) office in person to take the knowledge test and obtain your permit.
What documents are required for a permit?
To get a learner's permit in Washington, you need proof of identity, proof of Washington state residency, a Social Security number (if you have one), and payment for the permit fee. If under 18, you also need parental consent.
Can I get a driver's license without a prior permit?
In Washington, if you are 18 or older, you can apply for a driver's license without having held a learner's permit. However, you must pass the knowledge test, vision screening, and driving test.
How many times can I take the permit test?
In Washington state, there's no set limit on the number of times you can take the permit test. However, after two failed attempts, you must pay a fee for each additional test.
What questions are on the written test?
The Washington state written test covers traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. It assesses your knowledge of the information in the Washington Driver Guide.
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- At a speed of 55 mph, you need about __________ to pass another vehicle.
- In Washington State, you can be arrested for driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of ______ or above.
- You must not follow a fire truck closer than ________ when it is responding to a fire alarm.
- What does this sign indicate?
- To protect the cyclists that may ride close to parked cars, the drivers should _____ when exiting their vehicles on the traffic side.
- When it is raining or the road is wet, you should reduce your speed to avoid
- __________ mark the left edge of one-way roads and separate opposing lanes of traffic on two-way roads.
- What does this sign mean?
- In Washington State at night, you must use _________ whenever you're following another vehicle within 300 feet.
- To hold the steering wheel, especially in turns, you should keep
- In Washington State, the maximum speed limit on state highways is _______ unless otherwise posted.
- What does this sign indicate?
- When you parallel park in Washington State, you must park within ________ of the curb.
- You are driving on a two-lane roadway. A school bus with flashing red lights is stopped ahead. What must you do?
- What is an example of "inattentional blindness"?
- What does this sign indicate?
- A solid white line between lanes of traffic means that you should
- You have parked next to a curb, facing uphill. Which way should you point your front wheels?
- On some roadways, lanes marked as "Transit" are reserved for
- This sign indicates
- You must treat a flashing red traffic light like
- In Washington State, which occupants of a passenger car must wear safety belts or appropriate child restraints?
- If an oncoming vehicle has its high-beam headlights on, you should look toward
- What does this sign mean?
- If a tire suddenly goes flat or blows out, you should NOT
