Pennsylvania Permit Test Study Guide
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Direct answer
Pennsylvania permit-test facts: Questions: 18; To pass: 15 out of 18 correct (83.33%); Minimum age: 16 years old for a non-commercial learner's permit; Fee: $45.50 initial permit and four-year license; $33.50 for the age-65-plus two-year route; Re-takes: After failing the knowledge test, retake it the following business day; Official handbook: Pennsylvania Driver's Manual.
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| Fact | Answer | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | 18 | Verified against cited official source |
| To pass | 15 out of 18 correct (83.33%) | Verified against cited official source |
| Minimum age | 16 years old for a non-commercial learner's permit | Verified against cited official source |
| Fee | $45.50 initial permit and four-year license; $33.50 for the age-65-plus two-year route | Verified against cited official source |
| Re-takes | After failing the knowledge test, retake it the following business day | Verified against cited official source |
| Official handbook | Pennsylvania Driver's Manual | Verified against cited official source |
Official source
Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)
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