Sharing the Road Test: Florida DHSMV Permit Practice Test

Pedestrians, cyclists, trucks and motorcycles. Based on the Florida driver handbook. Free, with instant answers.

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Florida DHSMV practice tests

Choose a full test, the timed exam simulator, or a topic test. Each full test has 20 questions and you need 80% to pass.

Practice Test 1 Mixed questions from every handbook chapter. Practice Test 2 A fresh mix of signs, rules and safe driving. Practice Test 3 Right-of-way, turns, parking and speed. Practice Test 4 Harder scenario questions to test real understanding. Practice Test 5 Final review before your real knowledge test. Exam Simulator 40 timed questions with no feedback until the end. Road Signs Test Signs, signals and pavement markings. Rules of the Road Test Right-of-way, speed limits, turns and passing. Safe Driving Test Defensive driving, weather and distractions. Alcohol & Drugs Test DUI laws, BAC limits and impaired driving. Sharing the Road Test Pedestrians, cyclists, trucks and motorcycles.

About the Florida DHSMV written test

The Florida knowledge test (often searched as the Florida permit test or Florida DMV test) checks that new drivers understand road signs, traffic laws and safe driving habits before getting a learner's permit. The questions come from the official Florida driver handbook published by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.

Florida applicants earn a learner's license by passing the 50-question Class E Knowledge Exam, and a score of 40 correct (80%) is required. First-time drivers must also complete a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course before testing.

Florida permit test quick facts

Minimum permit age
You can apply for a Florida learner's license at age 15.
Questions on the real test
50
Passing score
You need 40 correct answers out of 50 (80%) to pass the Class E Knowledge Exam.
Permit fee
Learner's license: $48. Knowledge exam retake: $10. Driving skills test retake: $20.
Adult BAC limit
0.08% for drivers 21+; 0.02% (zero tolerance) for drivers under 21; 0.04% for commercial vehicle drivers.
Seat belt law
Drivers, all front-seat passengers and everyone under 18 must be restrained; Florida's seat belt law is primary enforcement.

Rules and fees change. Confirm current details with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles before you test.

What Florida drivers should know

  • Learner's license holders must have a licensed driver 21 or older in the front passenger seat.
  • Learner's drivers are limited to daylight for the first 3 months, then until 10 p.m.
  • Teens need 50 hours of supervised driving, 10 of them at night.
  • If you cannot move over for a stopped emergency vehicle, slow to 20 mph below the posted limit.
  • Under 21 with a BAC of .02 or more means an immediate 6-month suspension.

Topics covered in our Florida practice tests

  • Road signs and signals: shapes, colors, pavement markings and traffic lights.
  • Rules of the road: right-of-way, speed, turns, passing, parking and school zones.
  • Safe driving: following distance, night and weather driving, distractions and emergencies.
  • Alcohol and drugs: impaired driving, BAC and penalties.
  • Sharing the road: pedestrians, bicycles, motorcycles and large trucks.

How to pass the Florida permit test

  1. Read the official Florida driver handbook, paying close attention to numbers (distances, speeds, BAC limits).
  2. Take Practice Test 1 in study mode and read every explanation.
  3. Work through Tests 2 to 5, then the topic tests for your weakest areas.
  4. Use the Exam Simulator and aim for 80% or higher on several attempts in a row.
  5. Bring the documents your state requires and book your test with the DHSMV.

Florida permit test FAQ

How many questions are on the Florida DHSMV written test?

The Florida knowledge test has 50 questions. You need 40 correct answers out of 50 (80%) to pass the Class E Knowledge Exam.

How old do you have to be to take the Florida permit test?

You can apply for a Florida learner's license at age 15.

Is this Florida DMV practice test free?

Yes. Every Florida practice test on this site is free, with instant answers and explanations. No sign-up is required.

Are these the real Florida DHSMV test questions?

No. These are original practice questions written to cover the same topics as the official Florida driver handbook. They are not the exact questions on the official exam, and this site is not affiliated with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.

How can I pass the Florida permit test the first time?

Read the official Florida driver handbook, take several practice tests until you score 80% or higher consistently, and review the explanation for every question you miss.

How long must a teen hold a learner's license in Florida?

Teens must hold the learner's license for 12 months (or until age 18, whichever comes first) with no moving violation convictions, and must pass the driving skills test before getting a Class E license.

Can Florida teens take the knowledge exam online?

Yes. Applicants under 18 can test online through a third-party administrator, but they need a Parent Proctoring Form that is notarized or signed in front of a driver license examiner.

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