Missouri
Driving Practice Test

Earning your driver’s license in Missouri will take some time and effort, but if you want to see all of the Show Me State you’ll want a driver’s license to make that task easier. To earn your license you’ll need to pass the Missouri permit test, put in your hours behind the wheel with your learner’s permit, and eventually pass the 25 question written Missouri drivers test. To pass the Missouri driver’s permit test and licensing exam you’ll need to demonstrate knowledge of Missouri traffic laws and Missouri road sign recognition. Of course, the Missouri DOR handbook provides you with all of the information you need to become knowledgeable enough to pass the driver’s examination, but if you really want to be prepared for the types of test questions you’re going to see you’ll want to take a Missouri driver’s license practice test. Fortunately, this site has practice tests for a standard operator’s license as well as practice tests if you’d like to earn your CDL (commercial driver’s license) or motorcycle license in Missouri. The practice driving test below is free so feel free to take it as often as you’d like. You must answer 20 of the 25 questions correctly to pass. There is no time limit. Click the “Start Test” button below to begin.

1 / 25

Select the situation in which it is necessary to use your headlights.

while driving in the city

30 minutes after a sunrise

while on a country road

during a snow storm

2 / 25

Which of these statements is incorrect?

you should only make a u-turn when it is safe

u-turns should not be made on any curve or near the crest of a hill

always make a u-turn at a location that is marked with a no u-turn sign

some towns and cities do not allow u-turns

3 / 25

You must use _________ to maintain a safe following distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.

the four-second rule

the three-second rule

the one-second rule

the two-second rule

4 / 25

You should ____ when a police officer directs you to drive on the wrong side of the road.

perform a u-turn

follow the directions of the officer

come to a stop until you can drive on the right side

follow the posted traffic signage

5 / 25

Select the situation in which passing another vehicle on the left side of the roadway is not allowed.

when on a one-way street

when the slower moving vehicle is in the right hand lane

when on roads without a center line

when at a railroad crossing

6 / 25

Select the appropriate reaction to a gate being down at a railroad crossing.

come to a stop no closer than 100 feet from the first rail

come to a stop no closer than 25 feet from the first rail

come to a stop no closer than 15 feet front the nearest rail

come to a stop no closer than 50 feet from the first rail

7 / 25

You should ____ when wanting to take an immediate right turn in a roundabout with multiple lanes.

always enter in the right hand lane

signal with your left turn signal

enter any of the available lanes

always enter in the left hand lane

8 / 25

A conviction under state law of leaving the scene of an accident will result in the following points on your driver record:

two points

four points

twelve points

six points

9 / 25

You must ______ when you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction.

pull all the way over to the right edge of the road and increase your speed

pull all the way over to the right edge of the road or as far as possible

pull all the way over to the left edge of the road or as far as possible

pull all the way over to the left edge of the road and increase your speed

10 / 25

To check your blind spots while driving you must:

look over your shoulder by turning your head

decrease your speed

look in your rearview mirror

look in your side mirrors

11 / 25

Areas of road that freeze more quickly are:

country roads

hilly

shaded

flat

12 / 25

You must ____ when overtaking a bicycle and there is an oncoming vehicle

honk your horn to make the bicyclist speed up

decrease your speed and let the vehicle pass first to provide extra space for the bicyclist

stop your vehicle in your lane to allow the oncoming vehicle to pass first

increase your speed to pass the bicyclist first

13 / 25

If you are arrested for DWI or BAC and receive a notice of suspension or revocation, you may request a hearing, if you do so within:

60 days

5 days

30 days

15 days

14 / 25

You must ____ when leaving your vehicle unattended.

turn off the engine

set the parking brake

all of these answers are correct

remove the ignition key after locking the ignition

15 / 25

If your car starts to skid, what is the most common cause?

poor road conditions

brake failure

you were driving too fast

the overall weight of your car

16 / 25

Select a factor that greatly affects your stopping distance.

the posted speed limits

ability to steer the vehicle

conditions of the roadway

blind spots

17 / 25

You must always ______ when approaching a roundabout intersection.

drive in a clockwise direction

enter by turning left into the circle

yield to any traffic already in the circle and any pedestrians in the crosswalk

turn on your left turn signal to signal your intent to exit

18 / 25

On a road with three or more lanes traveling in the same direction, the left-most lane is intended to be used _____.

for passing slower vehicles

for stopping vehicles in an emergency

by slow-moving vehicles

by heavy trucks

19 / 25

What does this sign indicate?

this sign is only used in Europe

vehicle wheel warning

native american pictogram area

roundabout ahead

20 / 25

When should you use your horn?

when another driver is driving too slowly

when necessary to avoid accidents

to show other drivers that they made a mistake

when you get upset by another driver

21 / 25

What is the maximum weight limit of a single axle vehicle on an interstate?

20,000 lbs

25,000 lbs

10,000 lbs

40,000 lbs

22 / 25

When a traffic signal is showing a steady yellow light:

you must stop if you can do so safely and remain stopped until a green signal or a green arrow appears

you must slow down and yield to all pedestrians and other traffic lawfully using the intersection

you may proceed through the intersection, even if a stop can be made safely

you must slow down and be especially alert before entering the intersection

23 / 25

When turning corners, turn the steering wheel using _____.

the hand-off-hand technique

the hand-over-hand technique

no-hand technique

the single-hand technique

24 / 25

The appropriate headlights to use when driving at night in a heavy fog are:

emergency flashers

low-beam headlights

fog lights only

high-beam headlights

25 / 25

When you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction, you must:

pull over to the right edge of the road, or as near to the right as possible

pull move to the center of the road

pull over to the left edge of the road, or as near to the left as possible

pull over to the left edge of the road and increase your speed

Your score is

The average score is 75%

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Drivers License

How To Get A Missouri Drivers License

The first step in for getting a Missouri’s driver’s license is to gain a new Missouri Instruction Permit. You will need to get through the process of the Graduated Driver License Law. You will need to get an Instruction Permit, then an Intermediate License, and then a Under 21 Full Driver License. While this may initially seem complicated, we can guide you by answering some of the most common questions people have about the state of Missouri’s requirements for getting a driver’s license.

How old do you have to be to get a Missouri driver’s license?

You can apply for a Missouri instruction permit when you are 15 years old, once you have enrolled in a licensed driving school. You must pass the vision, road sign recognition, and written permit test.

Can you take the Missouri driver’s permit test online?
No. You must take your tests at a Missouri State Highway Patrol examination station.

What are the steps for obtaining a driver’s permit in Missouri?

To earn your learner’s permit you’ll need to pass your series of vision, road sign, and written tests. You will need to provide documentation, including: including proof of identity, date of lawful status, proof of social security, and proof of Missouri address. To Graduate to an Intermediate License from an instruction permit you must:

Provide the required legal documents to prove your identity and address
Pay your $3.50 fee

What restrictions does Missouri put on drivers with a driver’s permit?
Holders of Missouri Instruction permits must practice supervised driving for 182 days. Supervised driving has a number of regulations, including:

You must have an instruction permit for 182 days
You may not have an alcohol-related conviction in the last year

You must receive 40 hours of driving time, including a minimum of 10 hours of nighttime instruction with a qualified person, grandparent or qualified driving instructor.
Seat belt usage is required
You must carry your permit with you

Pass The Test

How To Pass the Missouri Driver's License Test

To pass the Missouri written permit test, preparation is important. Read the Missouri Driver Guide manual and take notes on critical sections. Additionally, take good notes during your driver’s education course. As you study the manual and your notes from driver’s education, you can begin to gauge your progress by taking a Missouri permit practice test like the one available on this site.. You can also take our road signs practice test if you want to improve your knowledge of those.

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Need a Missouri driver’s manual?
You can find the Missouri Driver Guide, as well as additional resources for teen drivers here on the Missouri Department of Revenue site. They’re free.

Additional Information

Missouri License Frequently Asked Questions

To renew your Missouri driver’s license, you need to provide the proper documentation, including proof of identity, date of lawful status, proof of social security, and proof of Missouri residential address.

For those renewing their license in Missouri no additional testing is necessary.

You can reschedule a road test if you fail. However, you can only take one test per day.

The following skills must be demonstrated on a road test:

Starting and stopping
Parallel parking
Backing
Making right and left turns
Parking on a hill
Turning around
Entering and leaving intersections
Understand and obey traffic signs and signals

For drivers with a valid license or permit from another state, no additional testing is required. You will need the proper documentation. Additional documents may be needed if the current name is different than the name on the documentation due to a name change.

Missouri Department of Revenue Driver License Division

For the latest information on Missouri’s driver requirements as well as information on vehicle licensing, fees and testing, please see the Missouri DOR website at https://dor.mo.gov/motorv/.

Phone: 573.526.2407

Find Missouri motor vehicle and driver license office location nearest you!

Additional Missouri Drivers License Helpful Links

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We have put together ten additional tests to help you practice for your Missouri Driver's License. Click below and get practicing!

Missouri Driving Practice Test