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Missouri DMV practice test

Study smarter for the Missouri knowledge test — topic-by-topic, with clear explanations after every answer.

494 practice questions13 topicsUpdated 2026

Administered in Missouri by the Missouri Department of Revenue

What you'll learn

✓Signs
✓Impairment
✓Vehicle Control
✓Right Of Way
✓Markings
✓Signals
✓Penalties
✓Highway
✓Intersections
✓Parking
✓Licensing
✓Emergencies
✓Speed Control

Exam content

13 topics · 494 questions total

Sample questions

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1

Under Missouri law, which of the following actions is permitted for all drivers?

  • A.Typing or reading a text message
  • B.Holding a cell phone in your hand
  • C.Talking on a hands-free phone✓
  • D.Using your phone to video call

Why: Using a hands-free device to talk on the phone is legal for drivers. However, physically holding the phone or texting while the vehicle is in motion is strictly prohibited.

2

What is the minimum speed you must maintain on interstate highways during normal conditions?

  • A.40 mph✓
  • B.50 mph
  • C.60 mph
  • D.25 mph

Why: Under normal roadway conditions, the minimum speed limit on interstate highways is 40 mph. This rule helps maintain a consistent and safe flow of traffic.

3

How far from the tracks must you stop when approaching a railroad crossing?

  • A.between 5 and 50 feet
  • B.between 10 and 45 feet
  • C.between 15 and 50 feet✓
  • D.between 15 and 20 feet

Why: When approaching a railroad crossing with active signals or an approaching train, you must stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail. This distance ensures you are safely clear of the tracks and the train's path.

4

Under what specific conditions is it permissible to pass another vehicle on the right side?

  • A.If the vehicle is making or about to make a left turn✓
  • B.If the vehicle is making or about to make a right turn
  • C.On a two-lane road
  • D.In none of the above situations

Why: You may pass on the right when the vehicle in front of you is making or about to make a left turn. This is allowed as long as there is sufficient pavement available to do so safely.

5

What is the first step in Missouri's Graduated Driver License Program for young drivers?

  • A.to obtain an intermediate license.
  • B.to obtain an instruction permit.✓
  • C.to obtain automobile insurance.
  • D.to obtain a full driver license.

Why: The first step in Missouri's Graduated Driver License (GDL) Program is obtaining an instruction permit. This allows young drivers to begin learning the rules of the road under supervision.

Missouri DMV test — FAQ

How many questions are on the Missouri DMV test?

The number of questions and the passing score are set by the Missouri Department of Revenue and can change — always confirm the current requirements on the official DOR website before your test.

Is this the official Missouri DMV test?

No. These are independent practice questions matched to the style and topics of the Missouri knowledge test. We are not affiliated with the Missouri Department of Revenue.

How should I study for the Missouri permit test?

Work through each topic until you're consistently scoring well, then take full mock exams under timed conditions. Read the explanation after every question.

Always verify current test rules with the official Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR).

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