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Tennessee permit-test facts: Questions: 30 questions for the online test (ages 15-17; the source does not state whether an in-center format differs); To pass: 80% minimum (online test); Minimum age: 15 years old; online test eligibility is ages 15-17; Fee: PD learner permit total: $10.50 under 18; $5.50 age 18+; Re-takes: Online applicants may take the test a maximum of 2 times and must wait 24 hours after a failure; Official handbook: Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual.

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Tennessee permit-test facts: Questions: 30 questions for the online test (ages 15-17; the source does not state whether an in-center format differs); To pass: 80% minimum (online test); Minimum age: 15 years old; online test eligibility is ages 15-17; Fee: PD learner permit total: $10.50 under 18; $5.50 age 18+; Re-takes: Online applicants may take the test a maximum of 2 times and must wait 24 hours after a failure; Official handbook: Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual.

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Tennessee permit-test fact sheet and evidence status
FactAnswerEvidence status
Questions30 questions for the online test (ages 15-17; the source does not state whether an in-center format differs)Verified against cited official source
To pass80% minimum (online test)Verified against cited official source
Minimum age15 years old; online test eligibility is ages 15-17Verified against cited official source
FeePD learner permit total: $10.50 under 18; $5.50 age 18+Verified against cited official source
Re-takesOnline applicants may take the test a maximum of 2 times and must wait 24 hours after a failureVerified against cited official source
Official handbookTennessee Comprehensive Driver License ManualVerified against cited official source

Official source

Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)

Sample questions for Tennessee

Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.

  1. Question 1 · Road signs

    In Tennessee, a red octagon-shaped sign always means what?

    • No entry
    • Merge
    • Yield
    • Stop
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: Stop

    Red octagon = stop. Always come to a full stop.

  2. Question 2 · Speed limits

    In Tennessee, what is the maximum speed limit set by law for interstate highways?

    • 70 mph
    • 55 mph
    • 75 mph
    • 65 mph
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: 70 mph

    70 mph is the top interstate speed limit in Tennessee.

  3. Question 3 · Alcohol and drugs

    In Tennessee, what is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for intoxication?

    • 0.08% or higher
    • 0.15% or higher
    • 0.10% or higher
    • 0.05% or higher
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: 0.08% or higher

    0.08% BAC or higher means legally intoxicated.

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Tennessee permit test at a glance

Official test format: 30 questions for the online test (ages 15-17; the source does not state whether an in-center format differs).- Passing score: 80% minimum (online test) - Minimum age: 15 years old; online test eligibility is ages 15-17 - Fee: PD learner permit total: $10.50 under 18; $5.50 age 18+ - Re-takes: Online applicants may take the test a maximum of 2 times and must wait 24 hours after a failure - Source: Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual

Road signs you must know cold

Sign shapes: - Octagon = STOP - Triangle (point down) = YIELD - Diamond = WARNING - Pentagon = SCHOOL ZONE - Round = RAILROAD CROSSING - Rectangle (vertical) = REGULATORY - Rectangle (horizontal) = GUIDE Colors: - Red = stop / do not enter - Yellow = warning - Orange = construction - Green = direction - Blue = motorist services - Brown = recreation

Right-of-way rules that get tested every time

- Uncontrolled intersection: car on the right goes first. - Left turn: yield to oncoming traffic. - Pedestrians in crosswalk: always have the right of way. - Emergency vehicles with lights/siren: pull right and stop. - 4-way stop: first to arrive goes first; if tied, car on right wins. - School bus with red flashing lights: stop in both directions on undivided roads.

Tennessee key rules to memorize

- Right of way and yielding rules - Tennessee speed limits and school zones - Graduated licensing (GDL) restrictions - DUI laws (zero tolerance under 21) - Road signs, signals, and pavement markings

DUI and zero-tolerance — easy points

- Adult limit (21+): 0.08% BAC. - Commercial drivers: 0.04% BAC. - Under 21: zero tolerance (0.01–0.02% BAC). - Refusing breathalyzer = automatic license suspension ("implied consent"). - First DUI in Tennessee: suspension, fines, mandatory classes, possible ignition interlock.

Stopping distances (rule of thumb)

Total stopping distance = perception + reaction + braking. At 55 mph in dry conditions: ~250–300 feet. Wet roads roughly double that. Follow the 3-second rule for following distance; 4–5 seconds in bad weather.

Frequently asked questions

Is this cheat sheet enough to pass the Tennessee 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 Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual. 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 Tennessee 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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