Florida DMV Permit Mock Exam (2026)
50 questions, the same number as the official Florida knowledge exam, mixed from every topic of the handbook. Exam format: handbook, p. 20
From the official handbook, rev. 08/2023, Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the FLHSMV. Official Florida Driver License Handbook
Question 1 of 50
Who has the right-of-way at a marked crosswalk?
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Answer: Pedestrians in the crosswalk
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in a crosswalk.
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Question 2 of 50
On which streets may a low-speed vehicle (LSV) be driven?
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Answer: Streets with a posted speed limit of 35 mph or less
Low-speed vehicles may only be driven on streets with a posted limit of 35 mph or less, by a licensed driver.
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Question 3 of 50
On a two-way street, which side of the road must you park on?
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Answer: The right side
Park on the right side of the road unless it is a one-way street.
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Question 4 of 50
What does this sign warn you about?
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Answer: The road changes to two-way traffic: there will be oncoming traffic
The road ahead changes to two-way traffic, so expect oncoming vehicles.
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Question 5 of 50
What is the fine for throwing up to 15 pounds of litter on a road?
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Answer: $100
Throwing up to 15 pounds of litter costs $100; more than that is a misdemeanor with points.
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Question 6 of 50
On a multi-lane road, you cannot move over for a stopped emergency vehicle. What must you do?
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Answer: Slow down to 20 mph below the posted limit
If you can't move out of the lane next to a stopped emergency vehicle, slow to 20 mph below the limit.
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Question 7 of 50
You see emergency lights behind you. What should you do first?
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Answer: Signal and pull to the side of the road as soon as it is safe
Signal and pull to the side as soon as it is safe, turn off the engine, and keep your hands visible.
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Question 8 of 50
What is the minimum fine for passing a stopped school bus?
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Answer: $265 ($465 if you pass on the side where children get on and off)
Passing a stopped school bus costs at least $265, and at least $465 on the side where children get on and off.
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Question 9 of 50
What minimum insurance must a Florida vehicle owner carry?
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Answer: $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection and $10,000 in Property Damage Liability
Florida's No-Fault Law requires at least $10,000 of PIP and $10,000 of Property Damage Liability.
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Question 10 of 50
A car is coming toward you in your lane. What should you do?
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Answer: Sound the horn, flash your high beams, brake hard and steer to the side of the road
Warn the other driver with horn and lights, brake hard and steer toward the side of the road.
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Question 11 of 50
A pedestrian is crossing at a marked crosswalk. What must you do?
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Answer: Stop and stay stopped until the pedestrian has crossed
You must stop and stay stopped for pedestrians crossing at a marked crossing or intersection.
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Question 12 of 50
What does this sign require?
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Answer: Slower traffic must stay in the right lane unless passing
Slower traffic must use the right lane unless passing, and move right when a faster vehicle overtakes it.
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Question 13 of 50
Your car catches fire. What should you never do?
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Answer: Throw water on a gasoline or diesel fire
Water spreads a gasoline or diesel fire; use an extinguisher only on a small fire, or get away from the car.
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Question 14 of 50
How should you look when backing up?
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Answer: Turn around and look directly through the rear window
Turn around and look through the rear window; mirrors and cameras can't show everything directly behind you.
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Question 15 of 50
A traffic light is out of order and no officer is directing traffic. What should you do?
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Answer: Treat the intersection as a four-way stop
When a signal is out and no officer is present, treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
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Question 16 of 50
What does this sign mean?
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Answer: Another lane joins yours ahead: watch for traffic and yield when necessary
Another lane joins yours ahead: watch for merging traffic and yield when necessary.
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Question 17 of 50
What does this sign tell you?
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Answer: A stop sign is ahead: slow down and be ready to stop
A stop sign is ahead: slow down and be ready to stop.
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Question 18 of 50
What should you do after this sign?
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Answer: Keep to the right: you will be on a road with two-way traffic
The divided highway ends 350 to 500 feet ahead and becomes two-way: keep to the right.
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Question 19 of 50
The light turns green. What must you do before going?
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Answer: Make sure the intersection is clear and yield to pedestrians and vehicles in it
Green means go only if the intersection is clear; still yield to pedestrians and vehicles already in it.
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Question 20 of 50
The center line is double yellow: solid on your side and broken on the other side. May you pass?
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Answer: No, passing is not allowed from your lane
When the solid yellow line is on your side, you may not pass from your lane.
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Question 21 of 50
What vision meets Florida's standard without referral to an eye specialist?
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Answer: 20/40 or better in each eye, with or without lenses
20/40 or better in each eye, with or without glasses, meets the standard without a referral to an eye specialist.
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Question 22 of 50
When is it legal to pass on the right?
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Answer: With two or more lanes moving in your direction, or when the car ahead is turning left
Passing on the right is legal only with two or more lanes in your direction or when the car ahead is turning left.
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Question 23 of 50
If your car has air bags, do you still need a seat belt?
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Answer: Yes. Air bags work with seat belts and do not replace them
Air bags work together with seat belts and do not replace them.
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Question 24 of 50
When parallel parking, how close to the curb must your right wheels be?
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Answer: Within 12 inches
Park parallel to the curb, facing the direction of traffic, with your right wheels within 12 inches of the curb.
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Question 25 of 50
You are pulled over by law enforcement at night. What should you do?
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Answer: Turn on the interior lights and keep your hands visible
At night, turning on the interior lights helps the officer see; keep your hands visible and follow instructions.
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Question 26 of 50
May you go over the speed limit to finish passing another vehicle?
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Answer: No, it is illegal to exceed the speed limit while passing
Exceeding the speed limit is illegal even while passing.
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Question 27 of 50
Restriction code B on a Florida license means the driver must:
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Answer: Wear corrective lenses (glasses or contacts) whenever driving
Code B means corrective lenses: glasses or contacts must be worn every time you drive.
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Question 28 of 50
A city bus signals to re-enter traffic from a bus bay. What should you do?
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Answer: Yield the right-of-way to the bus
Yield to a transit bus that has signaled to re-enter traffic from a designated bus bay.
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Question 29 of 50
You are stopped at a red light where this sign is posted. May you turn right?
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Answer: No. Wait for the green signal
NO TURN ON RED forbids right or left turns while the light is red: wait for green.
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Question 30 of 50
A driver under 21 is stopped with a blood alcohol level of .02 or higher. What happens?
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Answer: Their driving privilege is suspended for six months
Zero tolerance: a driver under 21 with a BAL of .02 or more loses the privilege to drive for six months.
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Question 31 of 50
Your car goes into a canal. How long will it float?
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Answer: Only about 30 to 60 seconds: get out right away
A car floats only 30 to 60 seconds: unbuckle, lower the window and get out before calling 911.
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Question 32 of 50
If you get 12 points within 12 months, your license is suspended for:
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Answer: 30 days
12 points in 12 months means a 30-day suspension; 18 in 18 months, 3 months; 24 in 36 months, one year.
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Question 33 of 50
Farm vehicles that travel at less than what speed must display the slow-moving vehicle sign?
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Answer: 25 mph
Farm vehicles built to go under 25 mph must show the slow-moving vehicle emblem on the rear.
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Question 34 of 50
You miss your exit on the expressway. What should you do?
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Answer: Go to the next exit
Never back up or make a last-minute move: if you miss your exit, go on to the next one.
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Question 35 of 50
When does Florida law require you to take a traffic collision avoidance course?
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Answer: When you are at fault in a crash where someone went to the hospital, or have your second crash in two years
Being at fault in a crash with someone taken to the hospital, or a second crash in two years, requires the course.
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Question 36 of 50
How close may you follow a fire truck responding to an emergency?
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Answer: No closer than 500 feet
It is illegal to follow a fire truck responding to an emergency closer than 500 feet.
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Question 37 of 50
What happens the first time you refuse a breath, blood or urine test when an officer asks?
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Answer: Your license is automatically suspended for one year
Under the Implied Consent Law, refusing the test the first time means an automatic one-year suspension.
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Question 38 of 50
During a power outage the traffic lights are off. How do you handle the intersection?
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Answer: Treat it as a four-way stop; if you arrive at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the one on the right
With signals out, go in the order of arrival; when arriving together, the driver on the left yields to the one on the right.
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Question 39 of 50
Unless local rules allow otherwise, when may a golf cart be driven on roads where it is permitted?
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Answer: Between sunrise and sunset
Golf carts may run between sunrise and sunset unless the local government allows night use with extra equipment.
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Question 40 of 50
You are stopped at a red light and want to turn right. What may you do?
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Answer: Turn right after a complete stop, if there is no NO TURN ON RED sign and the way is clear
After a full stop you may turn right on red unless a NO TURN ON RED sign is posted; yield to pedestrians and traffic.
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Question 41 of 50
Is texting while driving legal in Florida?
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Answer: No, it is illegal
Texting while driving is illegal in Florida for drivers of every age.
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Question 42 of 50
How long does a DUI conviction stay on your Florida driving record?
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Answer: 75 years
A DUI conviction stays on your Florida driving record for 75 years.
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Question 43 of 50
How much space must you leave when passing a bicyclist?
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Answer: At least three feet
Florida law requires at least three feet of clearance when passing or driving next to a bicyclist.
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Question 44 of 50
In an emergency stop with anti-lock brakes (ABS), what should you do?
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Answer: Press the brake hard, hold it and steer out of danger
With ABS, press hard, hold the pedal and steer; pumping the brakes turns the ABS off.
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Question 45 of 50
Is it legal to keep driving on the rim of a flat tire?
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Answer: No, it is illegal because it damages the road
Driving on the rim of a flat tire damages the road surface, which is against the law.
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Question 46 of 50
At 50 mph, what is the minimum total stopping distance?
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Answer: 268 feet
At 50 mph, perception, reaction and braking add up to at least 268 feet, nearly a football field.
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Question 47 of 50
You moved to a new address in Florida. How soon must you get a new driver license?
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Answer: Within 30 days
Florida requires a new license within 30 days of any change of mailing or residential address.
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Question 48 of 50
What almost always causes rear-end collisions?
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Answer: Following too closely
Rear-end collisions are almost always caused by following too closely.
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Question 49 of 50
Where must you stop at a white stop line?
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Answer: Before any part of your vehicle crosses the line
Stop with no part of your vehicle over the stop line.
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Question 50 of 50
A non-resident takes a job in Florida. How long do they have to get a Florida driver license to keep driving?
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Answer: 30 days
A non-resident who takes a job, or enrolls a child in a Florida public school, must get a Florida license within 30 days.
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