Utah · Written Test Questions
Utah DMV Written Test Questions
Utah permit-test facts: Questions: 50 questions for never licensed (closed-book); 25 questions for previously licensed (open-book); To pass: Applicant must pass the written knowledge test; numeric passing score is not stated; Minimum age: 15 years minimum; Utah lists separate permit requirements for ages 15, 16–17, 18, and 19+; Fee: $19 learner-permit fee; Re-takes: May test twice in one day; after three failures, a second fee is required and a retest appointment is needed; Official handbook: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 link on the current DLD page).
Official test format: 50 questions for never licensed (closed-book); 25 questions for previously licensed (open-book).
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Utah permit-test facts: Questions: 50 questions for never licensed (closed-book); 25 questions for previously licensed (open-book); To pass: Applicant must pass the written knowledge test; numeric passing score is not stated; Minimum age: 15 years minimum; Utah lists separate permit requirements for ages 15, 16–17, 18, and 19+; Fee: $19 learner-permit fee; Re-takes: May test twice in one day; after three failures, a second fee is required and a retest appointment is needed; Official handbook: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 link on the current DLD page).
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| Fact | Answer | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | 50 questions for never licensed (closed-book); 25 questions for previously licensed (open-book) | Verified against cited official source |
| To pass | Applicant must pass the written knowledge test; numeric passing score is not stated | Verified against cited official source |
| Minimum age | 15 years minimum; Utah lists separate permit requirements for ages 15, 16–17, 18, and 19+ | Verified against cited official source |
| Fee | $19 learner-permit fee | Verified against cited official source |
| Re-takes | May test twice in one day; after three failures, a second fee is required and a retest appointment is needed | Verified against cited official source |
| Official handbook | Utah Driver Handbook (2026 link on the current DLD page) | Verified against cited official source |
Official source
Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)
Sample questions for Utah
Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.
Question 1 · Knowledge test
How many questions are on the Utah never-licensed knowledge test?
- 25 questions
- 35 questions
- 50 questions
- 100 questions
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Correct answer: 50 questions
Utah: 50 questions, get 40 right (80%) to pass.
Question 2 · Mountain driving
When driving through a Utah canyon in winter, what is a key precaution?
- Ice never forms in canyons
- Watch for ice in shaded sections and on bridges
- Use high beams in blizzards
- Follow closely behind other cars
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Correct answer: Watch for ice in shaded sections and on bridges
In winter canyons: slow down and watch for ice in shaded areas and on bridges.
Question 3 · Traffic signals
What should you do when approaching a yellow traffic light?
- Speed up to beat the red
- Slow down and prepare to stop
- Stop immediately no matter what
- Honk and continue
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Correct answer: Slow down and prepare to stop
Yellow means prepare to stop — don’t speed up to beat the light.
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How many questions are on the Utah written test?
Official test format: 50 questions for never licensed (closed-book); 25 questions for previously licensed (open-book). You need Applicant must pass the written knowledge test; numeric passing score is not stated to pass.
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How hard is the Utah written test?
First-time fail rates are significant in most states — usually because people only skim the handbook.Official test format: 50 questions for never licensed (closed-book); 25 questions for previously licensed (open-book).
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