Michigan DMV Permit Mock Exam (2026)

Question 1 of 46

Under Kelsey's Law, when may a Level 1 or Level 2 teen use a phone while driving?

1. With hands-free
2. At red lights
3. Only for emergencies

Question 2 of 46

Under Michigan law, a moped cannot go faster than what on level ground?

1. 30 mph
2. 45 mph
3. 15 mph

Question 3 of 46

Why use the parking brake even in park?

1. The transmission is not designed to be used as a brake
2. To save fuel
3. It is optional

Question 4 of 46

A friend has been drinking and wants to drive. What should you do?

1. Do not let them drive; find another ride or a place to sleep
2. Let them drive slowly
3. Give them coffee first

Question 5 of 46

What following distance does the Michigan manual require?

1. 1 second
2. 3 to 4 seconds
3. 10 seconds

Question 6 of 46

Starting to parallel park, how far should you be from the car ahead of the space?

1. 6 inches
2. 2-5 feet
3. 10 feet

Question 7 of 46

Your car faces uphill next to a curb. Which way should the front wheels point?

1. Toward the curb
2. Straight
3. Away from the curb

Question 8 of 46

When does the license of a driver under 21 expire?

1. On the 21st birthday
2. After four years
3. At 18

Question 9 of 46

Entering a freeway, who has the right of way?

1. You, on the ramp
2. Whoever is faster
3. Vehicles already on the freeway

Question 10 of 46

May you hold a Michigan driver's license and a state ID card at the same time?

1. Yes, always
2. Only if over 65
3. No, unless the license is restricted, suspended or revoked

Question 11 of 46

Must you pull over when you see a funeral procession?

1. No, but you must not cut through it
2. Yes, always
3. Only on highways

Question 12 of 46

What contributes to hydroplaning?

1. New tires
2. Driving slowly
3. Worn tires, low tire pressure or driving too fast

Question 13 of 46

A pedestrian with a white cane or guide dog is crossing. What must you do?

1. Honk to warn them
2. Drive around them
3. Stop or yield the right of way

Question 14 of 46

You are involved in a crash. What must you not do?

1. Drive away
2. Help the injured
3. Exchange information

Question 15 of 46

This sign is ahead and a train is coming. Where must you stop?

1. No more than 50 feet and no less than 15 feet from the tracks
2. Right at the rail
3. 100 feet away

Question 16 of 46

An aggressive driver confronts you. What should you do?

1. Gesture back
2. Stop and argue
3. Get out of the way, avoid eye contact and ignore gestures

Question 17 of 46

Your car begins to skid. How should you steer?

1. Only enough to point the wheels where you want to go
2. Sharply the opposite way
3. Lock the wheel straight

Question 18 of 46

Turning left on red from a one-way onto another one-way street, what must you do first?

1. Stop completely and check for traffic from the right
2. Nothing: left on red is never allowed
3. Slow down only

Question 19 of 46

How many points does refusing a chemical alcohol test carry?

1. Two
2. One
3. Six

Question 20 of 46

How do you turn left at an intersection with a Michigan Left?

1. Go straight or turn right, then U-turn at a median crossover
2. Turn left directly
3. Use the shoulder

Question 21 of 46

What does Michigan's Basic Speed Law require?

1. Always driving at the posted limit
2. Keeping up with traffic
3. A speed that lets you stop within the clear distance ahead

Question 22 of 46

Another driver is tailgating you. What does the manual advise?

1. Brake suddenly
2. Pull over and let them pass
3. Speed up

Question 23 of 46

You need glasses to pass the vision test. What happens?

1. You cannot get a license
2. Your license will require you to wear them while driving
3. Nothing

Question 24 of 46

What is the only thing that sobers you up?

1. Time
2. Coffee
3. A cold shower

Question 25 of 46

May you drive with only parking lights when headlights are required?

1. Yes, in town
2. No, it is illegal
3. Yes, at dusk

Question 26 of 46

What does a double solid yellow center line mean?

1. Passing from the left lane only
2. Bike lane
3. No passing in either direction

Question 27 of 46

May you take a child out of the car seat to nurse while the vehicle is moving?

1. Yes, on short trips
2. Yes, in the back seat
3. No, it is prohibited

Question 28 of 46

What causes most skids?

1. Turning too quickly or stopping suddenly on slippery pavement
2. Driving slowly
3. Using low beams

Question 29 of 46

May you cut through a store parking lot to avoid a traffic light?

1. No, it is illegal
2. Yes, if it is empty
3. Yes, at night

Question 30 of 46

Must bicyclists ride in the bike lane?

1. No; they may leave it to turn left or avoid hazards
2. Yes, always
3. Only downtown

Question 31 of 46

How long does an impaired-driving conviction stay on your record?

1. Permanently
2. Two years
3. Seven years

Question 32 of 46

May you pass a bicyclist in a no-passing zone?

1. Never
2. Only at night
3. Yes, if it is safe

Question 33 of 46

Your car breaks down on the road. What does the manual recommend?

1. Stand behind the car
2. Walk along the freeway for help
3. Pull off, turn on flashers and stay inside buckled up

Question 34 of 46

What do white triangles painted across a lane mean?

1. Speed bumps
2. Be ready to stop and yield to pedestrians
3. Lane ends

Question 35 of 46

What does a double solid white line mean?

1. Same-direction travel on both sides, but crossing it is prohibited
2. Passing allowed
3. Two-way traffic

Question 36 of 46

Within what distance of an oncoming vehicle may you not use or flash high beams?

1. 500 feet
2. 100 feet
3. 1,000 feet

Question 37 of 46

A construction worker's signal conflicts with a traffic signal. Which do you follow?

1. The traffic signal
2. The worker's directions
3. Whichever is faster

Question 38 of 46

What information should you exchange after a crash?

1. Only phone numbers
2. Nothing
3. Names, addresses, license numbers, registration and insurance

Question 39 of 46

Waiting to turn left, how should your front wheels point?

1. Turned left
2. Straight ahead until you start the turn
3. Turned right

Question 40 of 46

What does a single broken yellow center line mean?

1. No passing
2. Passing is allowed when safe
3. One-way street

Question 41 of 46

Where do you see orange diamond-shaped signs like this?

1. Near schools
2. At rest areas
3. In construction, maintenance or work areas

Question 42 of 46

Your light turns green but cars are still in the intersection. What do you do?

1. Go: you have the green
2. Yield to them before proceeding
3. Honk

Question 43 of 46

What must you do at this sign?

1. Slow down and roll through
2. Come to a complete stop and check for traffic before proceeding
3. Stop only if traffic is coming

Question 44 of 46

Where do crashes cause the most deaths and serious injuries?

1. On straight freeways
2. At intersections
3. In parking lots

Question 45 of 46

How do you enter a roundabout?

1. By turning right and staying right of the island, never turning left
2. By turning left
3. By driving straight across the island

Question 46 of 46

Why keep extra space behind a motorcycle?

1. Motorcycles cannot stop
2. It may slow down without brake lights by downshifting
3. It is required only at night