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Free Connecticut DMV Written Test Practice – No Sign-Up Needed

Preparing for your Connecticut DMV written test? Our free online practice tests are based on the Connecticut Driver’s Manual and designed to help you pass your permit test or driver’s license test the first time.
Practice with real DMV-style questions, covering road signs, traffic laws, and safety rules — the same topics you’ll see on the official exam.

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What’s Included in This Connecticut DMV Practice Test

Our test system is based on the Connecticut Driver’s Manual and covers the topics most likely to appear in your actual exam:

  • Road signs and traffic signals

  • Connecticut driving laws

  • Alcohol and drug awareness

  • Safe driving practices

  • Lane usage, fines, and penalties

Set 1 - General DMV Questions

Practice essential topics for the Connecticut DMV written test, including road laws, signs, and safety regulations.

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General DMV Knowledge Test – Connecticut

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What must you bring to a road test appointment?

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Who may supervise a permit holder in Connecticut?

3 / 25

How long must a new resident transfer an out-of-state license?

4 / 25

What should you do if your address changes?

5 / 25

What is the minimum vision standard for an unrestricted license in Connecticut?

6 / 25

When can a road test be scheduled?

7 / 25

What must you pass before receiving a learner’s permit?

8 / 25

What fee is charged if you miss a scheduled road test without canceling?

9 / 25

What is the purpose of a learner’s permit?

10 / 25

Which document is required to prove identity when applying for a Connecticut driver’s license?

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What does a learner’s permit holder always need while driving?

12 / 25

What is the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers age 21 and over?

13 / 25

What is required to register a vehicle in Connecticut?

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What happens if you fail the knowledge test?

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What is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21?

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What agency issues driver’s licenses in Connecticut?

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What happens if false information is provided on a DMV application?

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What form is required for parental consent for applicants under 18?

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What score is required to pass the knowledge test?

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What does REAL ID compliance allow?

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How many questions are on the Connecticut knowledge test?

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When must headlights be used in Connecticut?

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What is the minimum age to apply for a learner’s permit in Connecticut?

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How long is a Connecticut learner’s permit valid?

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What happens if you drive without insurance?

Set 2 – Fresh Question Bank

Updated, randomized questions to match the current Connecticut permit test format.

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Situational Driving Questions – Connecticut

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What should you do if your accelerator sticks?

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What is the safest following distance in ideal conditions?

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You are approaching an intersection with a flashing red traffic signal. What should you do?

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If you miss your exit on a highway, what should you do?

5 / 25

When should you yield the right-of-way to pedestrians?

6 / 25

You are approaching a yield sign. What is required?

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If your tire blows out while driving, you should:

8 / 25

When driving at night, you should dim high beams when within how many feet of another vehicle?

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What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?

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What should you do before changing lanes?

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You are turning left at an intersection. Who has the right-of-way?

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When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, you must:

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You are driving behind a school bus with flashing red lights. What must you do?

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You see a pedestrian using a white cane. What should you do?

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What is the safest action when heavy rain reduces visibility?

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If an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and sirens, you must:

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What should you do when driving through fog?

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What should you do at a flashing yellow signal?

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When entering a highway from an on-ramp, you must:

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If you feel drowsy while driving, what should you do?

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What should you do when entering a roundabout?

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What should you do if you approach an animal suddenly on the road?

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When approaching a work zone, you should:

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What should you do if traffic lights are not working at an intersection?

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You are being tailgated. What is the safest response?

Road Signs & Markings

Identify regulatory, warning, and guide signs used in Connecticut.

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Road Signs & Pavement Markings – Connecticut

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What does double solid yellow lines indicate?

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What does a crossbuck railroad sign mean?

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What does a red arrow traffic signal mean?

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What does a solid yellow line mean?

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What does a round yellow sign mean?

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What do yellow lines separate?

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What does an orange sign mean?

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What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

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What does a “Do Not Enter” sign mean?

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What does a red octagon-shaped sign mean?

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What does a crossbuck railroad sign mean?

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What does a white sign with black lettering usually indicate?

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What does a stop line on the pavement indicate?

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What does a rectangular sign usually indicate?

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What does a “Wrong Way” sign warn?

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What does a rectangular sign usually indicate?

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What does a green arrow mean?

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What do solid white lane markings separate?

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What does an orange sign mean?

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What color are stop signs?

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What do broken white lines indicate?

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What does a triangular red and white sign indicate?

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What does a center left-turn lane look like?

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What does a stop line on the pavement indicate?

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What does a red arrow traffic signal mean?

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What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

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What does a triangular red and white sign indicate?

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What does double solid yellow lines indicate?

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What does a white sign with black lettering usually indicate?

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What does a white diagonal-striped pavement marking indicate?

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What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

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What does a white diagonal-striped pavement marking indicate?

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What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

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What does a broken yellow line mean?

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What does a “No Passing Zone” sign indicate?

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What does a “No Passing Zone” sign indicate?

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What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign warn drivers about?

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What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign warn drivers about?

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What does a “Do Not Enter” sign mean?

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What does a “Wrong Way” sign warn?

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What do yellow lines separate?

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What does a red octagon-shaped sign mean?

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What does a green arrow mean?

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What do broken white lines indicate?

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What does a round yellow sign mean?

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What do solid white lane markings separate?

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What does a center left-turn lane look like?

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What does a broken yellow line mean?

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What color are stop signs?

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What does a solid yellow line mean?

Traffic Laws & Safety Rules

Learn Connecticut-specific laws, defensive driving, and safety rules.

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Traffic Laws & Safety Rules – Connecticut

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What is Connecticut’s underage alcohol limit?

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When must you stop for a school bus?

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When is passing on the right permitted?

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When must you signal before turning?

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When approaching a railroad crossing with lowered gates, you must:

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When must headlights be used?

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Who has the right-of-way at a four-way stop?

8 / 25

When parking uphill with a curb, wheels should be turned:

9 / 25

What does Connecticut law say about racing on highways?

10 / 25

When are drivers allowed to use handheld cell phones?

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When must seat belts be worn?

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When approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:

13 / 25

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration for drivers age 21 and over?

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What must drivers do at a steady yellow traffic light?

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What is required before entering an intersection on a green light?

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What must you do after a minor crash with no injuries?

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What happens if you accumulate excessive license points?

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When is it illegal to pass another vehicle?

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What is the penalty for driving without insurance?

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Who is required to wear a seat belt?

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What is the maximum speed limit on Connecticut highways unless otherwise posted?

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What is the speed limit in most residential areas?

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What is required when making a right turn on red?

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What is the penalty for refusing a chemical alcohol test?

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What is the minimum following distance recommended?

Fines & Point System

Understand Connecticut’s driver point system, fines, and penalties for violations.

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Fines, Points & Penalties – Connecticut

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What is the penalty for leaving the scene of an accident involving property damage?

2 / 25

What is the result of excessive speeding violations?

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What is the penalty for failure to appear in court?

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What is the penalty for driving without headlights at night?

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What is the penalty for driving without a valid license?

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What is the consequence of driving without insurance?

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What may occur if you accumulate too many DMV points?

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What occurs if you drive while your license is suspended?

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What happens if you alter or misuse license plates?

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What may be required after multiple violations?

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What penalty applies for improper passing?

12 / 25

What is the result of accumulating unpaid DMV fees?

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What happens if you refuse a chemical alcohol test?

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What is assessed for repeat traffic offenses?

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What happens if you fail to pay a traffic ticket in Connecticut?

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What may result from reckless driving?

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What is the penalty for texting while driving?

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What occurs if your vehicle fails emissions requirements?

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What happens if you ignore a school bus stop signal?

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What is the penalty for driving under the influence?

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What can happen if a driver is convicted of racing?

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What happens if you operate a vehicle without registration?

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What happens if a driver under 21 has alcohol in their system?

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What is the penalty for speeding in a work zone?

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What happens if you provide false information to the DMV?

Full Mock Test – 25 Questions

Simulate the official DMV written exam with a timed 25-question test.

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Full Connecticut DMV Mock Test (46 Questions)

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What is required after a minor crash?

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What is the Move Over law?

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What should you do before changing lanes?

4 / 44

When must headlights be used?

5 / 44

Who may supervise a permit holder?

6 / 44

When approaching a school bus with red lights flashing, you must:

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What happens if you leave the scene of an accident?

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What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches?

9 / 44

When should you signal before turning?

10 / 44

What is the penalty for driving without insurance?

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What must you do at a steady yellow light?

12 / 44

What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

13 / 44

What does a railroad crossbuck mean?

14 / 44

What is the purpose of the learner’s permit?

15 / 44

When parking uphill with a curb, turn wheels:

16 / 44

What does double solid yellow mean?

17 / 44

Who has the right-of-way at a four-way stop?

18 / 44

What does an orange sign warn of?

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What does a broken white line mean?

20 / 44

What should you do if traffic signals are not working?

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What is reckless driving?

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What is prohibited while driving?

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What document is acceptable proof of identity?

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What happens if you accumulate too many points?

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What happens if you refuse a chemical test?

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What is the minimum age to apply for a learner’s permit in Connecticut?

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What is the BAC limit for drivers under 21?

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What is the speed limit in residential areas?

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What does a flashing yellow signal mean?

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When entering a roundabout, you must:

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What score is required to pass the knowledge test?

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What should you do if you feel drowsy?

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What should you do if your tires hydroplane?

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What do yellow lines separate?

35 / 44

What does a yellow diamond sign indicate?

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What does a red octagon sign mean?

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What should you do if you miss your exit?

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What does a green arrow mean?

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What should you do at a yield sign?

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What is the minimum following distance?

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How many questions are on the Connecticut knowledge test?

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What is required when turning right on red?

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What does a flashing red signal require?

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What is the legal BAC limit for drivers age 21 and over?

Connecticut DMV Test Practice

Connecticut DMV Test Structure

    • 25 multiple-choice questions

    • Must score 80% or higher (20 correct) to pass

    • Topics include signs, laws, and safety rules

    • Based on the official Connecticut Driver’s Manual

    • Available in English and Spanish

Connecticut DMV Permit Test

Start Practicing for Your Connecticut DMV Permit Test

Gain the confidence you need to pass your Connecticut DMV test. Practice as often as you want — no sign-up required.

The Connecticut DMV knowledge test is the written exam based on the official Connecticut Driver’s Manual. It covers road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving rules required for a learner’s permit.
The Connecticut knowledge test has 25 multiple-choice questions, and a passing score is typically 80% (20 correct answers).
Study road signs and pavement markings, right-of-way rules, speed limits, safe following distance, school bus laws, railroad crossings, distracted driving, and basic permit requirements.
If you fail, you can retake the test after the DMV’s waiting period and any retest requirements. Review the manual chapters you missed and try again.
Connecticut DMV typically requires proof of identity, legal presence, Social Security number (or acceptable alternative), and Connecticut residency. Always verify the latest DMV checklist before your visit.
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