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Texas permit-test facts: Questions: Not stated in the reviewed official source.; To pass: 70% or better; Minimum age: 15 through 18 for a Texas learner license (instruction permit); Fee: $16 for a learner license at age 15 with driver education ($15 license + $1 administrative fee); Re-takes: If knowledge or driving exams are not passed on the first attempt, the application is held 90 days; after 90 days or 3 failed exams, a new application and fee are required; Official handbook: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7).

Short on time? This Texas DMV cheat sheet pulls the highest-yield facts and rules from the Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) 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.

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Texas permit-test facts: Questions: Not stated in the reviewed official source.; To pass: 70% or better; Minimum age: 15 through 18 for a Texas learner license (instruction permit); Fee: $16 for a learner license at age 15 with driver education ($15 license + $1 administrative fee); Re-takes: If knowledge or driving exams are not passed on the first attempt, the application is held 90 days; after 90 days or 3 failed exams, a new application and fee are required; Official handbook: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7).

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.

Texas permit-test fact sheet and evidence status
FactAnswerEvidence status
QuestionsNot stated in the reviewed official source.Not stated on the cited official page
To pass70% or betterVerified against cited official source
Minimum age15 through 18 for a Texas learner license (instruction permit)Verified against cited official source
Fee$16 for a learner license at age 15 with driver education ($15 license + $1 administrative fee)Verified against cited official source
Re-takesIf knowledge or driving exams are not passed on the first attempt, the application is held 90 days; after 90 days or 3 failed exams, a new application and fee are requiredVerified against cited official source
Official handbookTexas Driver Handbook (DL-7)Verified against cited official source

Official source

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

Sample questions for Texas

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

  1. Question 1 · Speed limits

    In Texas, what is the speed limit in a residential area unless otherwise posted?

    • 20 mph
    • 25 mph
    • 30 mph
    • 35 mph
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: 30 mph

    30 mph in residential areas unless signs say otherwise.

  2. Question 2 · School bus rules

    When approaching a school bus with flashing red lights in Texas, what must you do?

    • Slow down and pass carefully
    • Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing
    • Stop only if you are behind the bus
    • Honk to alert the bus driver
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing

    Stop for school buses with flashing red lights — both directions must stop.

  3. Question 3 · Traffic signals

    What does a flashing red traffic light mean in Texas?

    • Slow down and proceed with caution
    • Stop completely, then proceed when safe
    • Yield to traffic on your right only
    • The light is broken — proceed normally
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: Stop completely, then proceed when safe

    Flashing red = stop sign. Stop completely, then go when safe.

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Texas permit test at a glance

- Total questions: an undisclosed number of - Passing score: 70% or better - Minimum age: 15 through 18 for a Texas learner license (instruction permit) - Fee: $16 for a learner license at age 15 with driver education ($15 license + $1 administrative fee) - Re-takes: If knowledge or driving exams are not passed on the first attempt, the application is held 90 days; after 90 days or 3 failed exams, a new application and fee are required - Source: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7)

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.

Texas key rules to memorize

- Right of way and yielding - Texas speed limits (residential, highway, school zones) - Alcohol and drug laws (zero tolerance under 21) - Road signs, signals, and pavement markings - Defensive driving and accident prevention

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 Texas: 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 Texas 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 Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7). 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 Texas 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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