Texas · Written Test Questions
Texas DMV Written Test Questions
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).
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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.
| Fact | Answer | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | Not stated in the reviewed official source. | Not stated on the cited official page |
| To pass | 70% or better | Verified against cited official source |
| Minimum age | 15 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-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 | Verified against cited official source |
| Official handbook | Texas 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.
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.
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.
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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an undisclosed number of multiple-choice questions. You need 70% or better to pass.
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