Tennessee · Road Signs Test
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.
Road sign questions are the easiest points on the Tennessee permit test — once you learn the shape and color system, most sign questions answer themselves. This page teaches that system, then lets you drill real sign-style practice questions from the Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual.
Miss a sign question in practice and the AI tutor explains not just the sign, but the family of signs it belongs to — so one explanation covers a dozen future questions.
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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| Fact | Answer | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | 30 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 pass | 80% minimum (online test) | Verified against cited official source |
| Minimum age | 15 years old; online test eligibility is ages 15-17 | Verified against cited official source |
| Fee | PD learner permit total: $10.50 under 18; $5.50 age 18+ | Verified against cited official source |
| Re-takes | Online applicants may take the test a maximum of 2 times and must wait 24 hours after a failure | Verified against cited official source |
| Official handbook | Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual | Verified against cited official source |
Official source
Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)
Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.
Question 1 · Road signs
In Tennessee, a red octagon-shaped sign always means what?
Correct answer: Stop
Red octagon = stop. Always come to a full stop.
Question 2 · Speed limits
In Tennessee, what is the maximum speed limit set by law for interstate highways?
Correct answer: 70 mph
70 mph is the top interstate speed limit in Tennessee.
Question 3 · Alcohol and drugs
In Tennessee, what is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for intoxication?
Correct answer: 0.08% or higher
0.08% BAC or higher means legally intoxicated.
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The exact mix varies by test version, but sign identification is one of the largest topic groups on the Tennessee exam. Treat signs as must-have points — they're the most predictable questions on the test.
No. Learn the shape and color system first — it covers the majority of sign questions, even for signs you've never seen. Then memorize the handful of unique signs (stop, yield, no passing zone, railroad, school zone).
Usually yes — the Tennessee test typically shows the sign image and asks its meaning, or describes a situation and asks which sign applies. Our practice questions mirror both formats.
Yes — the demo and your first full practice test are free, no card required. Unlimited sign drills come with the State Pass ($24.99, one-time, 6 months) or Complete Pass ($39.99, 12 months).
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