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

Driving during the daytime is not as dangerous as driving at night because:

less traffic is out at night

drivers are more alert at night time

it is more challenging to see at night

all of the answers listed

2 / 25

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

by heavy trucks

by slow-moving vehicles

for passing slower vehicles

for stopping vehicles in an emergency

3 / 25

What does this sign indicate?

large, slow-moving trucks could be crossing the roadway ahead of this point

no trucks will be allowed passed this point

pickup trucks must change lanes

all trucks must cross the road at this point

4 / 25

The stopping distance of a vehicle is equal to:

the sum of the reaction distance and braking distance

the sum of the following distance and the reaction distance

the sum of the following distance and braking distance

the braking distance

5 / 25

When passing another vehicle, get through the other driver's blind spot as quickly as you can _____.

by reducing your speed

by increasing your speed

without exceeding the speed limit

by changing gears

6 / 25

When entering a highway, you must use the entrance ramp and __________ to increase your speed to match the speed of the other vehicles on the highway.

acceleration lane

shoulder lane

uncontrolled access path

deceleration lane

7 / 25

Night driving is more dangerous than daytime driving because:

all of these answers are correct

it is harder to see at night

drivers tend to be more alert at night

there is less traffic at night

8 / 25

For an immediate right turn in a roundabout with multiple lanes, you should:

make a complete circle of the roundabout before exiting

always enter in the left lane

enter in any lane

always enter in the right lane

9 / 25

The driver of a motor vehicle may overtake and pass to the right of another vehicle only when:

none of these answers are correct

the vehicle overtaken is making or about to make a left turn

the driver is on any highway outside of a city with an obstructed pavement

the vehicle overtaken is making or about to make a right turn

10 / 25

Missouri motor vehicle law requires that __________ must wear seat belts if the driver is a holder of an intermediate driver's license.

the driver and all passengers

the driver and back seat passengers

the driver

the driver and front seat passengers

11 / 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 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

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

12 / 25

You can request a hearing within _____ days after receiving a notice of suspension or revocation following an arrest for BAC or DWI.

13 / 25

A vehicle's stopping distance is equal to:

the sum of the braking distance and reaction distance

the sum of the reaction distance and following distance

the sum of the braking distance and following distance

the braking distance

14 / 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

follow the posted traffic signage

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

15 / 25

The left-most lane on a road with 3 or more lanes is intended for:

semi trucks only

slow-driving vehicles

pulling over during an emergency

passing vehicles driving at a slower speed

16 / 25

You must ______ when turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street.

at the start of the turn have your right wheel as close to the yellow dividing line as possible

none of these answers are correct

make a wide left turn

at the start of the turn have your left wheel as close to the yellow dividing line as possible

17 / 25

When you see a stop sign at a railroad crossing, you must stop _________ of the railroad tracks.

within 15 to 50 feet

within 10 to 45 feet

within 5 to 50 feet

within 15 to 20 feet

18 / 25

Drivers must ______ to keep awake when driving to overcome highway hypnosis, fatigue, and drowsiness.

drink coffee

talk on a cell phone

exercise their eyes

exercises their hands

19 / 25

You must _______ when a traffic signal is a steady yellow light.

increase your speed to get through the intersection before the light changes

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

come to a stop if you can do so safely and remain stopped until there is a green signal or a green arrow appears

decrease your speed as you drive through the intersection

20 / 25

The _______ allows you to maintain a safe following distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.

3-second rule

2-second rule

1-second rule

4-second rule

21 / 25

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

four points

six points

two points

twelve points

22 / 25

If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, you should:

slow down gradually

hit the brakes

press down on your accelerator

all of these answers are correct

23 / 25

When you reach a marked or unmarked crossing, you must yield and watch for:

heavy vehicles

trucks

slow-moving vehicles

pedestrians

24 / 25

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

always enter in the right hand lane

enter any of the available lanes

signal with your left turn signal

always enter in the left hand lane

25 / 25

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

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

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

Your score is

The average score is 80%

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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!

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