Louisiana · Cheat Sheet
Louisiana DMV Cheat Sheet
Louisiana permit-test facts: Questions: 40; To pass: 80% minimum; Minimum age: 15 years old for a learner's permit; a Temporary Instructional Permit may be issued at 14; Fee: $32.25 basic license fee; up to $6 service fee may apply; Re-takes: Ordinary knowledge-test retake timing and attempt limit are not stated in the reviewed official source.; Official handbook: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide.
Short on time? This Louisiana DMV cheat sheet pulls the highest-yield facts and rules from the Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide into one scrollable page — the stuff that shows up over and over on the permit test.
Skim it, then take the free 6-question check-in at the bottom to see how much actually stuck.
Direct answer
Louisiana permit-test facts: Questions: 40; To pass: 80% minimum; Minimum age: 15 years old for a learner's permit; a Temporary Instructional Permit may be issued at 14; Fee: $32.25 basic license fee; up to $6 service fee may apply; Re-takes: Ordinary knowledge-test retake timing and attempt limit are not stated in the reviewed official source.; Official handbook: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide.
Each field links to the primary official source used for its review. A field marked not stated means the reviewed source did not publish that requested fact; confirm current application details with the authority.
| Fact | Answer | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | 40 | Verified against cited official source |
| To pass | 80% minimum | Verified against cited official source |
| Minimum age | 15 years old for a learner's permit; a Temporary Instructional Permit may be issued at 14 | Verified against cited official source |
| Fee | $32.25 basic license fee; up to $6 service fee may apply | Verified against cited official source |
| Re-takes | Ordinary knowledge-test retake timing and attempt limit are not stated in the reviewed official source. | Not stated on the cited official page |
| Official handbook | Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide | Verified against cited official source |
Official source
Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)
Sample questions for Louisiana
Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.
Question 1 · Permit requirements
How many questions are on the Louisiana knowledge test?
- 25 questions
- 30 questions
- 40 questions
- 50 questions
See the explanation
Correct answer: 40 questions
Louisiana knowledge test: 40 questions, need 32 correct (80%) to pass.
Question 2 · Alcohol and drugs
In Louisiana, what is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21?
- 0.08%
- 0.05%
- 0.02% or greater (zero tolerance)
- 0.10%
See the explanation
Correct answer: 0.02% or greater (zero tolerance)
Louisiana zero tolerance: drivers under 21 face penalties with any detectable BAC.
Question 3 · Vehicle lights
According to the Louisiana Driver's Guide, when must you turn your headlights on?
- Only after complete darkness
- 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise
- Only in rain or fog
- 1 hour after sunset
See the explanation
Correct answer: 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise
Louisiana headlights: required from 30 min after sunset to 30 min before sunrise, and in low visibility.
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Road signs you must know cold
Right-of-way rules that get tested every time
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DUI and zero-tolerance — easy points
Stopping distances (rule of thumb)
Frequently asked questions
Is this cheat sheet enough to pass the Louisiana DMV test?
Strong head start, but on its own — no. Combine it with at least 100 practice questions and one full mock exam.
Is this cheat sheet up to date for?
Yes — every fact comes from the current Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide. We update content within 30 days of any handbook revision.
Can I download a printable version?
Not yet — but you can print this page directly from your browser. PDF cheat sheets for paid users are coming.
Does the real Louisiana test ask about exact stopping distances?
Rarely as exact numbers — more often as concepts (e.g., "what doubles your stopping distance?"). Understanding the rule matters more than memorizing feet.
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