Prepare for Your Mississippi DMV Permit Test | Free Online Practice–

Free Online Practice

Prepare to Pass

Get Ready for Your Mississippi DMV Permit Test

Getting ready for your Mississippi DMV permit test? This page is your one-stop guide to help you pass with confidence.
Answer DMV-style multiple-choice questions based on the official Mississippi Driver’s Manual, study road rules and traffic laws, and take full-length mock exams to track your progress — all free, simple, and mobile-friendly.
Whether you’re applying for a learner’s permit, upgrading your license, or retaking the written test, this guide is designed to make the process easier and faster.

Set 1 - General DMV Questions

Get familiar with the structure of the Mississippi DMV written test, including general driving laws, traffic control, and right-of-way rules.

1937

General DMV Questions

1 / 25

During the first 12 months with a provisional license, when may a minor generally not drive?

Only on weekends

Between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m.

Between noon and 3 p.m.

Between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.

Provisional drivers generally may not drive between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. during the first 12 months unless an exception applies.

2 / 25

Beginning May 2025, when is a REAL ID-compliant license or ID needed?

To register to vote only

To park in public spaces

To board domestic flights or enter most federal facilities

To buy fuel

A REAL ID is required for certain federal purposes, including boarding domestic flights and entering many federal facilities.

3 / 25

What does a solid red traffic signal mean?

Speed up before it changes

Stop

Proceed with caution

Stop only if pedestrians are present

A solid red light means stop. A right turn may be allowed only after a full stop unless prohibited by a sign.

4 / 25

When changing lanes on a freeway, how long before the lane change should you signal?

Only after moving

At least five seconds before

One second before

Only when traffic is heavy

California guidance says to signal at least five seconds before changing lanes on a freeway.

5 / 25

What happens if the vehicle used for the drive test does not meet DMV safety requirements?

The test continues without inspection

The drive test is rescheduled

The applicant automatically passes

The examiner ignores the defect

If the vehicle fails required safety checks, the drive test will be rescheduled.

6 / 25

If you are under 18, what is the minimum age to apply for a California instruction permit?

15 years old

17½ years old

14 years old

15½ years old

Minors must be at least 15½ years old and meet driver education requirements before using the permit as required.

7 / 25

Which license class do most noncommercial drivers need in California?

Noncommercial Class C

Commercial Class B

Commercial Class A

Motorcycle Class M only

Most regular passenger vehicle drivers need a noncommercial Class C driver’s license.

8 / 25

How many hours of supervised practice driving are required for a minor before getting a California driver’s license?

10 hours with no night driving

50 hours, including 10 at night

20 hours, including 5 at night

30 hours, including 10 at night

Minors must complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving practice, including 10 hours at night.

9 / 25

If you move, when must you notify DMV of your new California address?

Within 60 days

Within 24 hours

Only at renewal

Within 10 days

Drivers must notify DMV of a new address within ten days.

10 / 25

If you are under 18, how long must you generally hold an instruction permit before scheduling a behind-the-wheel drive test?

2 weeks

1 year exactly

30 days

At least 6 months

A minor must hold an instruction permit for at least 6 months, unless they turn 18 before scheduling the drive test.

11 / 25

Before getting an original California driver’s license, what tests are generally required?

Vehicle registration test only

Knowledge and behind-the-wheel drive tests

Insurance test only

Parking test only

Applicants must pass the required knowledge test and behind-the-wheel drive test, along with vision screening.

12 / 25

During the first 12 months with a provisional license, a minor generally may not drive with passengers under what age unless properly accompanied?

Under 18

Under 25

Under 20

Under 16

A provisional driver generally cannot transport passengers under 20 unless accompanied by a parent, guardian, or qualified licensed driver age 25 or older.

13 / 25

How many attempts are allowed to pass the original California knowledge test before reapplying?

One attempt

Three attempts

Unlimited attempts

Five attempts

Applicants are allowed three attempts to pass the knowledge test before they must reapply.

14 / 25

Is it legal to drive with an expired driver’s license?

Yes, during daylight only

No, it is against the law

Yes, if you have insurance

Yes, if it expired this month

California law does not allow driving with an expired driver’s license.

15 / 25

What does a California driver’s license allow you to do?

Drive only on private property

Drive legally on public roads

Avoid vehicle registration

Drive any commercial vehicle

A California driver’s license gives permission to drive on public roads when you have the correct license class for the vehicle.

16 / 25

If windshield wipers are needed because of rain, fog, or snow, what must you also do?

Turn on low-beam headlights

Turn on parking lights only

Turn off all lights

Drive with hazard lights continuously

When wipers are required due to weather, low-beam headlights must be turned on.

17 / 25

What should you do when a traffic signal is not working?

Wait until police arrive every time

Drive through without stopping

Follow the largest vehicle

Stop as if all directions have STOP signs

A nonworking traffic signal should be treated like an all-way stop; stop and proceed cautiously when safe.

18 / 25

When should you signal before making a turn?

Only if another car is visible

At least 10 feet before the turn

At least 100 feet before the turn

Only after entering the turn

Drivers should signal at least 100 feet before turning.

19 / 25

What is prohibited during a California knowledge test?

Reading the question carefully

Taking the test on time

Choosing the best answer

Using a handbook or cell phone

Testing aids such as the handbook, notes, or a cell phone are not allowed during the knowledge test.

20 / 25

What should you do before changing lanes?

Honk and enter the lane

Signal, check mirrors, and check blind spots

Move first, then check traffic

Slow down suddenly without signaling

A safe lane change requires signaling, checking mirrors, looking over your shoulder, and checking blind spots.

21 / 25

When must you dim high-beam headlights for an oncoming vehicle?

Only after passing

Within 100 feet

Within 1,000 feet

Within 500 feet

High beams must be dimmed to low beams within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle.

22 / 25

What must you do if you are involved in a collision in California?

Move away without giving information

Leave if damage looks minor

Stop and provide required information

Call only your insurance company and leave

Drivers involved in a collision must stop, help if needed, exchange required information, and report when required by law.

23 / 25

What must you bring on the day of a behind-the-wheel drive test?

Valid proof of insurance and registration

A printed road map only

Only a vehicle key

A mechanic’s receipt only

The applicant must bring a permit or license, a safe vehicle, proof of insurance and registration, and a qualified licensed driver unless already licensed.

24 / 25

What is one required step to apply for a Class C instruction permit?

Complete a collision report

Take a freeway drive test first

Pass a knowledge test

Buy a vehicle first

A person applying for a Class C permit must complete the application, provide documents, pay the fee, pass the knowledge test, and pass a vision test.

25 / 25

What must an applicant generally provide when applying for an instruction permit or driver’s license?

Only vehicle insurance

Only a birth date

Proof of identity and residency documents

Only a passport photo

Applicants must provide identity, California residency documents, legal name documents if needed, and a Social Security number unless an exception applies.

Your score is
LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte
0%

Set 2 – Fresh Question Bank

Practice with new and updated questions based on the most recent Mississippi driver handbook. This section helps you stay current with DMV topics and safety updates.

377

Fresh Question Bank Texas

1 / 25

How far must a vehicle horn be heard to meet Texas required equipment standards?

25 feet

50 feet

200 feet

100 feet

A vehicle horn must be audible for a minimum distance of 200 feet.

2 / 25

What must a vehicle’s foot brake be able to do to meet Texas safety equipment standards?

Stop the car within 25 feet at 20 mph

Stop only the front wheels

Stop the car within 100 feet at 60 mph

Work only when the parking brake is used

The foot brake must stop the car within 25 feet at a speed of 20 mph.

3 / 25

What should a driver do when approaching a flooded roadway?

Stop in the water

Turn around and avoid the flooded road

Follow the vehicle ahead closely

Drive through quickly

Drivers should avoid driving through flooded roadways because water can hide hazards and sweep vehicles away.

4 / 25

What is the basic speed rule in Texas?

Drive faster than traffic

Always drive at the posted limit

Drive at a safe speed for conditions

Drive at any speed if licensed

Drivers must control speed according to traffic, road, weather, visibility, and other conditions, even when the posted limit is higher.

5 / 25

When must drivers stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?

Only when behind the bus on a freeway

Only in a school parking lot

Only if children are visible

When approaching from either direction on an undivided roadway

Drivers must stop when approaching a school bus with flashing red lights unless separated by a physical barrier or divided roadway rules apply.

6 / 25

What is the main purpose of warning signs?

To identify vehicle owners

To warn of hazards or conditions ahead

To replace traffic signals

To show fuel prices

Warning signs alert drivers to hazards, road conditions, or changes ahead.

7 / 25

What does a steady red traffic signal mean?

Stop

Change lanes

Slow down only

Proceed with caution

A steady red light means stop before entering the crosswalk or intersection and remain stopped until allowed to proceed.

8 / 25

Under Texas safety responsibility law, what is the purpose of liability insurance?

To remove all traffic fines

To show financial responsibility

To replace a driver license

To avoid vehicle inspection

Liability insurance helps prove financial responsibility for damages or injuries caused by a motor vehicle crash.

9 / 25

What should you do when an emergency vehicle using lights or siren approaches?

Pull to the right and stop

Stop in the middle lane

Follow closely behind it

Continue at the same speed

Drivers must yield right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping until the emergency vehicle has passed.

10 / 25

What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?

The road is closed

Stop and wait for green

Slow down and proceed with caution

Speed up carefully

A flashing yellow signal means drivers should slow down and proceed with caution.

11 / 25

When passing another vehicle, what should a driver make sure of before moving left?

The horn is used continuously

The pass can be completed safely

The shoulder is wide enough

The other driver slows down first

A driver should ensure the left lane is clearly visible, free of oncoming traffic, and safe for passing.

12 / 25

When leaving a parked vehicle, what should a driver do?

Turn off the motor, set the parking brake, and remove the key

Leave the key inside

Open the door without checking

Leave the engine running

The handbook advises turning off the motor, setting the parking brake, removing the key, and checking before opening the door.

13 / 25

What minimum tire tread depth is required for vehicles in Texas?

2/32 inch

1/32 inch

4/32 inch

1 inch

Vehicles must have tires in safe condition with at least 2/32 of an inch tread depth.

14 / 25

At a crosswalk, what is a driver’s responsibility toward pedestrians?

Drive around them quickly

Stop only if a police officer is present

Sound the horn and continue

Yield the right-of-way

Drivers must yield to pedestrians lawfully crossing at marked or unmarked crosswalks.

15 / 25

What must be presented at the time of a Texas vehicle inspection?

A driver education certificate

A voter registration card

Evidence of financial responsibility

A birth certificate

Evidence of financial responsibility must be presented when a vehicle is inspected.

16 / 25

How close may you legally park to a fire hydrant in Texas?

50 feet

15 feet

30 feet

5 feet

The handbook states drivers must not park or stand within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

17 / 25

Who is required to use safety belts in a passenger vehicle equipped with safety belts?

Only passengers under 18

Only the driver

The driver and all passengers

Only front-seat passengers

Texas requires the driver and all passengers, regardless of age, to use safety belts when occupying a seat equipped with one.

18 / 25

Why is speeding dangerous according to the handbook?

It reduces vision and reaction time

It improves steering control

It shortens stopping distance

It makes signs easier to read

Speed reduces a driver’s field of vision and gives less time to react to hazards.

19 / 25

When two vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection at about the same time, who should yield?

The driver on the left

The driver on the right

The faster driver

The driver going straight always

At an uncontrolled intersection, the driver on the left should yield to the driver on the right.

20 / 25

When making a right turn, where should a driver position the vehicle?

Far left lane

Center of the road

Right lane or near the right curb

Opposite traffic lane

A right turn should be made from the right lane or as close as practical to the right-hand curb or edge.

21 / 25

A Texas Vehicle Inspection Report is valid for registration purposes for how long from the month of inspection?

90 days

1 year

60 days

30 days

The handbook states that the VIR is valid for 90 days from the month of inspection for registration purposes.

22 / 25

At an uncontrolled intersection, what should a driver do when another vehicle is already in the intersection?

Honk and continue

Stop only if a sign is posted

Yield to the vehicle already in the intersection

Speed up to cross first

Drivers must yield to vehicles already in the intersection.

23 / 25

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration limit for most adult drivers in Texas?

0.02

0.08

0.05

0.15

Texas law considers a person legally intoxicated at a BAC of 0.08 or more, although impairment can occur below that level.

24 / 25

How close may you park to the nearest rail of a railroad crossing?

10 feet

100 feet

25 feet

50 feet

A vehicle may not be parked within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.

25 / 25

What should a driver do before changing lanes, turning, or pulling away from a parked position?

Turn without checking

Signal and check traffic

Brake suddenly only

Wave other drivers around

Drivers should signal their intention and check traffic before changing position on the roadway.

Your score is
LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte
0%

Road Signs & Markings

Review all Mississippi road signs, symbols, and pavement markings you’ll need to recognize for your DMV knowledge exam.

792

Road Signs & Markings

1 / 25

What do broken white lines separate?

Same-direction traffic lanes

Pedestrian areas only

Emergency stopping zones

Opposite-direction traffic only

Broken white lines separate traffic lanes moving in the same direction and may be crossed when safe.

2 / 25

What does a WALK or walking person signal mean?

Pedestrians may cross

Pedestrians must stop

Drivers may ignore pedestrians

Vehicles must speed up

A WALK signal means pedestrians may cross the street. Drivers must watch and yield as required.

3 / 25

What do large broken lines on a freeway or street lane usually indicate?

Parking is allowed

The speed limit increases

The road is closed

The lane may end or exit

Large broken lines often show that a lane is ending or becoming an exit lane, so drivers should prepare to merge or exit.

4 / 25

What does a blue curb or blue parking marking indicate?

Disabled parking with proper placard or plate

Motorcycle parking only

Loading freight only

Taxi parking only

Blue curb or parking markings identify parking for disabled persons or those transporting disabled persons with proper placards or plates.

5 / 25

What does a solid red traffic light mean?

Slow down only

Stop

Proceed with caution

Stop only if traffic is present

A solid red light means stop. You may turn right only after stopping, yielding, and confirming no sign prohibits the turn.

6 / 25

What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?

Continue at normal speed

Stop, then proceed when safe

Slow down without stopping

Stop only at night

A flashing red light means stop. After stopping, proceed only when it is safe.

7 / 25

What does a green arrow mean?

Stop before turning

Turn only after a full stop

Go in the direction of the arrow

Yield to all traffic every time

A green arrow means you may go in the direction of the arrow. It gives a protected turn because oncoming traffic is stopped.

8 / 25

What is a yield line?

A railroad warning mark

A line of white triangles showing where to yield

A bicycle parking line

A no-passing yellow line

A yield line is a row of solid white triangles showing where approaching vehicles must yield or stop if required.

9 / 25

What should you do if a traffic light is not working?

Follow the car ahead without stopping

Honk before entering

Stop as if all directions have STOP signs

Drive through if your road is larger

When a signal is not working, treat the intersection as if it has STOP signs in all directions.

10 / 25

What does a flashing DON’T WALK or flashing raised hand mean?

Pedestrians should run across

Do not start crossing

Drivers no longer need to yield

Vehicles must stop permanently

A flashing raised hand means pedestrians should not start crossing, but drivers must still yield to pedestrians already in the crosswalk.

11 / 25

What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?

Speed up to clear the intersection

You have protected right-of-way

The road is closed

Stop if you can do so safely

A yellow light warns that the signal is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely.

12 / 25

What does a diamond symbol in a lane usually indicate?

A no-stopping zone

A toll booth only

A disabled parking space only

A carpool or HOV lane

A diamond marking usually identifies a preferential-use lane, such as a carpool or HOV lane.

13 / 25

What does a single solid yellow line mark?

A lane for bicycles only

The center of a two-way road

A parking boundary

A freeway shoulder

A single solid yellow line marks the center of a road with two-way traffic.

14 / 25

What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

Turn only right

Treat it as a railroad signal

Proceed with caution

Stop and wait for green

A flashing yellow light is a warning to proceed with caution. You do not need to stop unless needed for safety.

15 / 25

What does a red arrow signal mean?

Turn if no pedestrians are present

Turn after yielding

Stop and do not turn

Proceed carefully

A red arrow means stop and do not turn in the direction of the arrow until a green signal or green arrow appears.

16 / 25

What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

You have a protected turn

Turn without checking traffic

Turn after yielding to oncoming traffic

Stop and wait for a red arrow

A flashing yellow arrow means you may turn, but the turn is not protected. Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

17 / 25

What does a white curb mean?

Load freight only

Stop only to pick up or drop off passengers

Park all day

No stopping at any time

A white curb allows stopping only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers.

18 / 25

What do bicycle lane markings indicate?

A lane for emergency vehicles only

A lane reserved for bicyclists

A passing lane for cars

A lane where parking is always allowed

Bicycle lanes are for bicyclists and are usually marked by a solid white line, signs, or sometimes green pavement.

19 / 25

What does a broken yellow line next to your lane mean?

You must turn left

You may pass when safe

You must stop

You are in a one-way street

A broken yellow line next to your lane means you may pass when it is safe and legal.

20 / 25

What does a red curb mean in California?

Limited-time parking

Passenger loading only

No stopping, standing, or parking

Disabled parking only

A red curb means no stopping, standing, or parking, except buses may stop in a red zone marked for buses only.

21 / 25

What do double solid white lines mean?

Passing is required

A school zone begins

Do not change lanes across them

A parking lane begins

Double solid white lines mark a lane barrier. Drivers must not change lanes over them.

22 / 25

What does a red YIELD sign mean?

Stop for five seconds every time

You have the right-of-way

Parking is not allowed

Slow and be ready to stop

A YIELD sign means slow down and be ready to stop for vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians before proceeding.

23 / 25

What do double solid yellow lines generally mean?

The lane is ending

Do not pass over them

Only trucks may cross

Passing is allowed anytime

Double solid yellow lines generally mean do not pass over them, except for limited legal movements such as certain left turns.

24 / 25

What does a single solid white line mark?

A railroad crossing only

A no-parking zone only

Opposing traffic lanes only

Same-direction traffic lanes

A single solid white line separates lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, including on one-way streets.

25 / 25

What does a STOP sign require drivers to do?

Stop only if another car is present

Stop after entering the intersection

Slow down and continue

Make a full stop before proceeding

A STOP sign requires a full stop before the crosswalk, limit line, or intersection, then checking traffic before proceeding.

Your score is
LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte
0%

Traffic Laws & Safety Rules

Study essential Mississippi traffic laws, speed limits, penalties, and safe-driving habits that will help you pass the test and drive safely on the road.

193

Traffic Laws and Safety Rules

1 / 25

What should you do if a tire blows out while driving?

Turn sharply to the shoulder

Accelerate to stabilize the vehicle

Grip the wheel and slow gradually

Brake hard immediately

Drivers should hold the steering wheel firmly, avoid sudden braking, slow gradually, and move off the road safely.

2 / 25

Under the Texas Move Over or Slow Down law, what should drivers do when approaching certain stopped emergency or service vehicles?

Move over or slow down

Turn on high beams

Speed up to pass quickly

Stop in the travel lane

Drivers must move out of the lane closest to the stopped vehicle when possible or slow down as required.

3 / 25

What is the safest response to road rage or aggressive drivers?

Follow them closely

Challenge the driver

Avoid confrontation and create space

Stop in traffic to argue

The handbook promotes defensive driving, avoiding confrontation, not responding aggressively, and creating distance.

4 / 25

When making a right turn, what should you avoid?

Slowing before the turn

Signaling before the turn

Swinging wide into another lane

Checking for pedestrians

Drivers should not swing wide into another lane when making a right turn.

5 / 25

Why should every occupant use a safety belt?

They reduce injury risk in a crash

They replace airbags

They prevent all crashes

They allow faster driving

Safety belts reduce the risk of injury or death by helping keep occupants inside and properly positioned during a crash.

6 / 25

When passing another vehicle, when should you return to the right lane?

Before fully passing the vehicle

Only after sounding your horn

When you can safely see the passed vehicle behind you

As soon as your front bumper passes

Return to the right lane only when safely clear of the vehicle being passed.

7 / 25

At a four-way stop, if two vehicles arrive at the same time, which driver should yield?

The driver with passengers

The driver on the left

The driver on the right

The driver going slower

When vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the left should yield to the driver on the right.

8 / 25

When driving in rain, fog, smoke, or reduced visibility, what should you do?

Use high speed to exit quickly

Slow down and use proper lights

Turn off all lights

Follow other vehicles closely

Drivers should slow down, increase following distance, and use proper headlights when visibility is reduced.

9 / 25

When turning left at an intersection, you must yield to which traffic?

Only parked vehicles

Oncoming traffic close enough to be dangerous

Only bicycles on sidewalks

Only traffic behind you

A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic that is close enough to be a hazard.

10 / 25

What should you do if you miss your turn?

Back up in traffic

Turn from any lane

Stop suddenly and reverse

Continue and turn safely later

A safe driver should continue to a legal turnaround or alternate route instead of making a sudden or unsafe maneuver.

11 / 25

What is the safest action when a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog is crossing the roadway?

Honk continuously

Pass closely to avoid delay

Drive between the pedestrian and guide dog

Stop and yield carefully

Drivers should yield and take extra care because the pedestrian may be blind or visually impaired.

12 / 25

At a four-way stop, who should go first if one vehicle arrives before the others?

The largest vehicle

The vehicle on the left

The vehicle that arrived first

The vehicle turning right only

The vehicle that arrives first at a four-way stop should proceed first after stopping and checking for safety.

13 / 25

When approaching a school bus with flashing red lights on an undivided road, what must drivers do?

Pass carefully on the left

Stop only when behind the bus

Stop from either direction

Slow only if children are visible

Drivers approaching from either direction must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights on an undivided roadway.

14 / 25

When an emergency vehicle approaches using lights or a siren, what must you do?

Pull right and stop

Stop in the center lane

Follow the emergency vehicle

Continue normally

Drivers must yield right-of-way, pull to the right edge of the roadway, and stop until the emergency vehicle passes.

15 / 25

When making a left turn from a two-way street, where should you begin the turn?

From the lane nearest the center line

From the far right shoulder

From the parking lane only

From any lane

A left turn should generally begin from the lane closest to the center line or left-turn lane when available.

16 / 25

How far in advance should a driver generally signal before turning?

Only if another vehicle is behind

Only while turning

At least 100 feet before turning

After entering the intersection

Drivers should signal early enough to warn others, commonly at least 100 feet before the turn in ordinary driving.

17 / 25

What is prohibited under Texas texting while driving rules?

Reading, writing, or sending electronic messages

Wearing a seat belt

Checking mirrors

Using windshield wipers

Texas law prohibits reading, writing, or sending electronic messages while operating a motor vehicle unless an exception applies.

18 / 25

What is the basic rule for choosing a safe following distance?

Follow closely to prevent lane changes

Leave enough space to stop safely

Follow closer in bad weather

Use the same distance at all speeds

Drivers should leave enough space to stop safely if the vehicle ahead slows or stops suddenly.

19 / 25

What should you do when entering a roadway from a private road, driveway, alley, or building?

Drive on the shoulder until traffic clears

Yield to traffic and pedestrians

Enter quickly before traffic arrives

Stop only if there is a stop sign

A driver entering a roadway from a private place must yield to vehicles and pedestrians already using the roadway or sidewalk.

20 / 25

What should drivers do when approaching pedestrians in a marked or unmarked crosswalk?

Flash headlights and continue

Yield the right-of-way

Drive around them

Stop only if a traffic officer is present

Drivers must yield to pedestrians lawfully crossing in crosswalks.

21 / 25

Before turning or changing lanes, what should you do?

Signal only if traffic is heavy

Signal and check traffic

Turn first, then signal

Look only straight ahead

Drivers should signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and make the move only when safe.

22 / 25

When are you not allowed to pass another vehicle?

In a marked no-passing zone

On a straight road with clear visibility

When the lane ahead is clear

When a broken yellow line is on your side

Passing is unsafe and unlawful in marked no-passing zones, near hills or curves with limited visibility, and where signs or markings prohibit it.

23 / 25

When may drivers proceed after stopping for a school bus with flashing red lights?

Immediately after stopping once

When another vehicle passes

When the driver honks

When the bus resumes motion or the red lights stop flashing

Drivers may proceed only after the bus resumes motion, the driver signals, or the flashing red lights are no longer activated.

24 / 25

What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?

Turn sharply opposite the skid

Slam on the brakes immediately

Ease off the accelerator and steer where you want to go

Shift to park

The handbook advises drivers to avoid panic, take the foot off the accelerator, and steer in the direction they want the vehicle to go.

25 / 25

When approaching an intersection, what should a driver do before entering?

Speed up to clear the intersection quickly

Slow down and check traffic in all directions

Change lanes inside the intersection

Stop only if another driver honks

A safe driver should slow down, observe traffic, use the proper lane, and be prepared to yield when required.

Your score is
LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte
0%

Fines & Point System

Learn how the Mississippi point system works, what violations cost, and how to avoid losing your license due to accumulated points.

131

Fines & Points Systems Texas

1 / 25

A second non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor may result in what license suspension period?

1 year

180 days

60 days

90 days

A second offense includes a 60-day license suspension or denial of driving privilege.

2 / 25

Administrative suspension may occur for repeated violations of traffic laws. Which pattern is listed in the handbook?

One address change

One inspection reminder

Four or more convictions in 12 months

One parking ticket in 12 months

DPS may suspend a license for four or more traffic convictions in 12 months or seven or more in 24 months.

3 / 25

What reinstatement fee is required for Administrative License Revocation suspensions according to the handbook?

$125

$100

$500

$25

Administrative License Revocation suspensions require a $125 reinstatement fee.

4 / 25

Under ALR law, a driver age 21 or older may face license suspension for failing a breath or blood test at what BAC level?

0.08

0.01

0.02

0.05

ALR applies to drivers over 21 who fail a breath or blood test showing a BAC of 0.08 or more.

5 / 25

Which conviction results in mandatory suspension of a Texas driver license?

Driving while intoxicated

Renewing a license early

Using headlights correctly

Driving below the speed limit

Driving while intoxicated is listed as an offense that causes automatic suspension of driving privileges.

6 / 25

What is the penalty for a first conviction of driving without a license in Texas?

Jail up to 180 days

Fine up to $50

Fine up to $200

Fine up to $500

A first conviction for driving without a license may result in a fine of up to $200.

7 / 25

DWLI with a previous conviction, no insurance, or an alcohol-related suspension may be punishable as what offense?

Class C misdemeanor only

Class B misdemeanor

Civil fine only

No offense

The handbook lists this as a Class B misdemeanor with a fine up to $2,000 and/or jail up to 180 days.

8 / 25

Driving while a license is suspended, cancelled, denied, or revoked is commonly called what?

Defensive driving

Vehicle registration violation

Administrative renewal

Driving While License Invalid

The Texas handbook refers to this offense as Driving While License Invalid, or DWLI.

9 / 25

A first non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor may result in what license suspension period?

30 days

20 days

15 days

7 days

A first minor non-driving alcohol-related offense includes a 30-day license suspension or denial of driving privilege.

10 / 25

DPS may deny renewal of a Texas driver license if the licensee fails to do what?

Buy a new car

Keep a paper map in the vehicle

Use toll roads

Appear in court for certain violations

The handbook notes DPS may deny renewal when a Texas licensee fails to appear in court for traffic violations or certain other offenses.

11 / 25

Under ALR law, what can happen if a person refuses to submit to a breath or blood test?

The vehicle inspection is cancelled

The license may be suspended

The license becomes permanent

The person receives no penalty

DPS may suspend the license or driving privilege of a person who refuses a breath or blood test.

12 / 25

Which offense involving a crash can result in mandatory suspension?

Exchanging insurance details

Reporting a crash

Failure to stop and render aid

Calling emergency services

Failure to stop and render aid is listed as a mandatory suspension offense.

13 / 25

A first non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor is punishable by a fine of up to what amount?

$2,000

$250

$100

$500

The first offense is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $500, community service, and alcohol awareness course attendance.

14 / 25

Driving without a license, without insurance, and causing a crash with serious bodily injury or death may be punished as what offense?

Civil parking violation

Class A misdemeanor

Class B misdemeanor only

Class C misdemeanor only

This offense may be a Class A misdemeanor with a fine up to $4,000 and/or jail up to 365 days.

15 / 25

Which school bus-related offense can result in mandatory suspension after a subsequent conviction?

Parking near a school after hours

Driving through a school zone at the limit

Yielding to a school bus

Overtaking and passing a school bus

Overtaking and passing a school bus after a subsequent conviction is listed under mandatory suspension offenses.

16 / 25

DWLI while uninsured that causes serious bodily injury or death may be punishable by what maximum fine?

$2,000

$200

$500

$4,000

This Class A misdemeanor may carry a fine of up to $4,000 and/or jail up to 365 days.

17 / 25

A third non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor age 17 to under 21 may result in what license suspension period?

2 years

30 days

180 days

No suspension

For a third offense by a minor age 17 to under 21, the handbook lists a 180-day suspension or denial.

18 / 25

What is the maximum fine for possessing an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a motor vehicle on a public highway?

$50

$200

$500

$4,000

Possessing an open container in the passenger area is punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.

19 / 25

For a driver under 21, what alcohol level can trigger suspension under ALR law?

Only 0.08 or higher

Only 0.15 or higher

No amount unless a crash occurs

Any detectable amount of alcohol

For individuals under 21, any detectable amount of alcohol can trigger suspension under ALR rules.

20 / 25

For drivers under 18, how many traffic convictions in 12 months may lead DPS to suspend or revoke the license after a hearing?

Five or more

Two or more

Ten or more

One

DPS may suspend or revoke a minor’s license after a hearing for two or more traffic convictions within 12 months.

21 / 25

A person who purchases, furnishes, or sells alcohol to a minor may face what maximum fine?

$4,000

$50

$500

$200

The handbook states that a person who purchases, furnishes, or sells alcohol to a minor can be fined up to $4,000 and/or jailed up to one year.

22 / 25

Which offense related to a driver license can lead to mandatory suspension?

Renewing a duplicate license

Carrying a valid license

Possessing a fictitious or altered license

Updating an address

Displaying or possessing a fictitious or altered driver license or ID card is listed as a mandatory suspension offense.

23 / 25

A third non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor age 17 to under 21 may be punishable by what fine range?

$25 to $100

$250 to $2,000

$100 to $500

$50 to $200

The handbook lists a Class B misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $250 to $2,000 for this offense.

24 / 25

What is the penalty for a second conviction within one year for driving without a license in Texas?

Fine of $1,000

Fine up to $25

Warning only

Fine of $25 to $200

The handbook lists a second conviction within one year as punishable by a fine of $25 to $200.

25 / 25

A basic DWLI offense in Texas is generally punishable as what?

Class A felony

No penalty if insurance is valid

Warning only

Class C misdemeanor with fine up to $500

Driving while the license or privilege is invalid is generally a Class C misdemeanor punishable by a fine up to $500.

Your score is
LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte
0%

Full Alabama DMV practice test Mock Test (46 Questions)

Take a full-length mock exam modeled on the real Mississippi DMV permit test. It includes a complete mix of traffic laws, road signs, and safe-driving topics — with instant scoring and feedback.

166

Full Mock Test

1 / 46

What should drivers do to avoid distracted driving?

Read messages only at low speed

Text only at red lights

Hold the phone below the steering wheel

Keep full attention on driving

Drivers should keep attention on driving, avoid texting, and avoid activities that take eyes, hands, or mind away from the road.

2 / 46

What do orange signs usually indicate?

Motorist services

Recreation areas

County boundaries

Construction or maintenance

Orange signs warn drivers about construction or maintenance work areas.

3 / 46

What is the safest action if you miss your intended turn?

Stop in the lane

Continue and turn safely later

Back up immediately

Turn from any lane

Drivers should continue forward and make a safe, legal turn later instead of stopping suddenly or backing up.

4 / 46

What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center line mean?

The lane is ending

No passing from your side

Parking is allowed

Passing is required

A solid yellow line on your side means passing is not allowed from your side of the roadway.

5 / 46

At an uncontrolled intersection, who should yield if two vehicles arrive at the same time?

The driver on the right

The driver on the left

The driver turning right

The faster driver

The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right when both arrive at about the same time.

6 / 46

What does a white rectangular regulatory sign usually tell drivers?

Tourist destination

Road work ahead

Railroad crossing only

Traffic law or regulation

Regulatory signs tell drivers about traffic laws or regulations that must be obeyed.

7 / 46

What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?

Jump from the vehicle

Turn off the ignition immediately

Pump the brakes and try to stop safely

Drive faster to reach help

Drivers should pump the brakes, shift to a lower gear if possible, use the parking brake carefully, and look for a safe place to stop.

8 / 46

When driving near motorcycles, what should drivers remember?

Motorcycles can always stop instantly

Motorcycles do not need a full lane

Motorcycles are harder to see and need space

Motorcycles must always yield to cars

Motorcycles are smaller, harder to see, and need a full lane like other vehicles.

9 / 46

When may a driver pass another vehicle on the left?

On hills with limited visibility

When it is safe and legal

In a no-passing zone

Whenever the driver wants

Passing is allowed only when the left lane is clear, the maneuver can be completed safely, and no sign or marking prohibits it.

10 / 46

What should you do at a painted white stop line?

Stop only if pedestrians are present

Stop in the intersection

Stop past the crosswalk

Stop behind the line

Drivers must stop behind the stop line when required by a sign or signal.

11 / 46

What is the minimum age for a Texas learner license when driver education requirements are met?

15 years old

18 years old

14 years old

16 years old

A learner license may be issued to a person who is at least 15 years old and has completed the required classroom portion of driver education.

12 / 46

What must a licensed driver supervising a learner license holder do?

Sleep while the learner drives

Sit in the back seat

Use a phone instead of watching traffic

Sit beside the learner and remain alert

The supervising driver must be at least 21, have at least one year of driving experience, sit beside the driver, and remain able to observe and respond.

13 / 46

What must a driver do when turning left across oncoming traffic?

Turn before oncoming traffic arrives

Yield to hazardous oncoming traffic

Honk and proceed

Stop only after entering the intersection

A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic close enough to be a hazard.

14 / 46

Before changing lanes, what should a driver do?

Look only forward

Move first, then signal

Signal and check traffic

Brake suddenly

A driver should signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and change lanes only when it is safe.

15 / 46

What should you do before opening a vehicle door on the traffic side?

Open it halfway and wait

Honk before opening

Check for traffic and bicyclists

Open it immediately

Drivers and passengers should check for traffic, bicyclists, and pedestrians before opening a door.

16 / 46

When backing a vehicle during the Texas driving exam, what should the driver do?

Use only the horn

Back slowly while observing carefully

Back quickly to finish sooner

Keep both eyes forward only

The handbook says to back slowly and smoothly, looking back at all times or using the back-up camera and mirrors as allowed.

17 / 46

What is the legal BAC limit for most adult drivers in Texas?

0.08

0.12

0.02

0.05

Texas law uses 0.08 BAC or more as the legal intoxication limit for most adult drivers.

18 / 46

What should you do when stopped by law enforcement?

Stop safely and keep hands visible

Drive to a more convenient city

Reach suddenly for documents

Exit quickly and walk toward the officer

The handbook advises stopping safely, staying in the vehicle unless directed, keeping hands visible, and following instructions.

19 / 46

If you hit an unattended vehicle, what must you do?

Ignore minor damage

Leave immediately

Wait only 5 minutes

Leave your information if the owner cannot be found

The handbook requires stopping and locating the owner or leaving required contact information in a visible place.

20 / 46

What should you do if you are involved in a crash causing injury or death?

Stop and render aid

Move the injured person without care

Leave if traffic is heavy

Exchange information later only

Drivers must stop, give aid if possible, provide information, and contact law enforcement when required.

21 / 46

What is the correct response if your vehicle runs off the pavement?

Brake hard and steer sharply

Slow down and return safely

Stop in the travel lane

Accelerate back immediately

A driver should not jerk the wheel; slow down, keep control, and return to the pavement when safe.

22 / 46

What should a driver do when blinded by headlights from an oncoming vehicle?

Stop in the lane immediately

Turn on interior lights

Look directly at the headlights

Look toward the right edge of the road

Drivers should avoid looking directly into headlights and look toward the right edge of the road while slowing if needed.

23 / 46

During Texas GDL Phase Two, when is a provisional license holder generally restricted from driving?

Between noon and 5:00 p.m.

Between 6:00 a.m. and noon

Between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Between midnight and 5:00 a.m.

Phase Two restricts driving between midnight and 5:00 a.m. unless for work, school-related activity, or medical emergency.

24 / 46

What is the purpose of safety belts?

To replace airbags

To reduce injury risk in a crash

To prevent all traffic tickets

To make the vehicle faster

Safety belts help keep occupants properly positioned and reduce injury or death in a crash.

25 / 46

When entering a highway from an entrance ramp, what should you do?

Force traffic to move over

Enter without signaling

Stop at the end of the ramp every time

Match traffic speed and merge safely

Drivers entering a highway should use the acceleration lane, adjust speed, signal, and merge only when safe.

26 / 46

What should you do if you approach an intersection and the traffic signal is not working?

Treat it as a stop sign

Follow only the vehicle ahead

Drive through without stopping

Ignore it if the road is clear

A nonworking traffic signal should be treated like a stop sign unless directed otherwise by a police officer.

27 / 46

When a Texas driver license applicant does not pass the knowledge or driving exam on the first attempt, how long is the application held before a new application and fee may be required?

180 days

30 days

60 days

90 days

The handbook states that after 90 days or three failed exams, a new application and fee will be required.

28 / 46

What is the safest action when transporting cargo or materials?

Hold it by hand while driving

Place it loosely in the truck bed

Secure it properly before driving

Secure it only on highways

Cargo should be secured so it does not fall, shift, leak, or create a hazard.

29 / 46

What does a triangular yield sign require drivers to do?

Ignore traffic from the right

Speed up to merge first

Slow down and yield when necessary

Always stop for 60 seconds

A yield sign means slow down and give the right-of-way when required before proceeding safely.

30 / 46

What must drivers do when an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren activated?

Follow the emergency vehicle

Stop in the center lane

Continue at the posted speed

Pull right and stop

Drivers must yield, move to the right edge of the roadway, and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.

31 / 46

What does a red octagon-shaped sign mean?

Railroad crossing ahead

Stop

No passing zone

Yield

The octagon shape is used exclusively for stop signs.

32 / 46

What does hydroplaning mean?

Tires lose contact with the road because of water

Brakes become stronger in rain

Headlights reflect from dry pavement

Steering becomes easier on wet roads

Hydroplaning happens when tires ride on water and lose contact with the road surface.

33 / 46

For drivers under 21 in Texas, what alcohol amount can lead to penalties under zero tolerance rules?

Only 0.08 or higher

Only 0.05 or higher

Any detectable amount

Only if a crash happens

Texas zero tolerance rules apply to minors with any detectable amount of alcohol.

34 / 46

When must drivers stop for a school bus with flashing red lights on an undivided road?

Only if children are visible

When approaching from either direction

Only inside school parking lots

Only when behind the bus

Drivers approaching from either direction must stop when a school bus displays flashing red lights on an undivided roadway.

35 / 46

What does a steady yellow traffic light mean?

The lane is closed

The signal is changing to red

Stop and remain stopped until green

Pedestrians only may proceed

A steady yellow signal warns that the light is changing to red and drivers should stop if they can do so safely.

36 / 46

What is defensive driving?

Driving alertly to avoid hazards

Driving faster than traffic

Following closely to control traffic

Using the horn often

Defensive driving means staying alert, anticipating hazards, obeying traffic laws, and avoiding crashes caused by others’ mistakes.

37 / 46

What does a pennant-shaped sign on the left side of the road warn of?

Hospital ahead

School zone ahead

Rest area ahead

No-passing zone ahead

A pennant-shaped sign gives advance warning of a no-passing zone.

38 / 46

What is the safest action when following a large truck?

Drive directly beside the trailer

Pass only on the right shoulder

Follow closely to reduce wind resistance

Stay back and avoid blind spots

Drivers should stay out of truck blind spots and leave extra following distance because trucks need more space to stop.

39 / 46

When headlights are required, what should a driver do?

Turn on headlights

Use hazard lights while moving

Drive without lights if the road is familiar

Use parking lights only

Drivers must use headlights during required times and conditions, especially when visibility is reduced.

40 / 46

What should a driver do when approaching a yield sign?

Stop only if there is a police officer

Ignore it if no sign is painted on the road

Slow and yield when necessary

Speed up before entering traffic

A yield sign means slow down, give the right-of-way when required, and proceed only when safe.

41 / 46

Why is carbon monoxide dangerous in a vehicle?

It is a poisonous gas

It improves engine power

It cleans the windshield

It makes tires wear evenly

Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that can cause illness or death and may enter the vehicle from exhaust leaks.

42 / 46

What should drivers do when approaching a bicyclist on the roadway?

Drive as close as possible

Honk continuously until they move

Pass immediately in any lane

Give safe clearance when passing

Bicyclists have rights and responsibilities on the road, so drivers should allow safe space and pass only when safe.

43 / 46

What should you do if involved in a crash that damages an unattended vehicle?

Report it only during inspection

Stop and leave required information if the owner cannot be found

Leave immediately if damage is minor

Wait only if someone saw the crash

The driver must stop, locate the owner if possible, or leave required contact information in a visible place.

44 / 46

What is the safest way to drive through a roundabout?

Enter without checking traffic

Change lanes suddenly before exiting

Stop inside the roundabout

Slow down and yield to traffic already inside

Drivers should slow down, yield to traffic already in the roundabout, follow lane signs, and exit carefully.

45 / 46

What is the safest rule for driving in fog?

Turn off all lights

Follow closely behind another vehicle

Use high beams only

Slow down and use low beams

In fog, drivers should slow down, use low-beam headlights, and avoid overdriving visibility.

46 / 46

What should a driver do when approaching a flooded road?

Follow a large truck through

Drive through quickly

Stop in the water and wait

Turn around and find another route

Drivers should not drive through flooded roads because water may be deeper than it appears and can sweep vehicles away.

Your score is
LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte
0%

Free MississippiDMV Practice Tests Practice

Get Ready for Your Mississippi DMV Permit Test

Whether you’re taking your Mississippi DMV test in Jackson, Biloxi, or Hattiesburg, this platform helps you practice at your own pace.
From general questions to full mock exams, everything here is built to help you pass confidently and learn the rules of the road the smart way.

Mississippi DMV Knowledge Test

Get Ready for Your Mississippi Teen Permit Test

You’ll cover:
mississippi teen permit practice test
mississippi gdl practice test
mississippi learners permit test for teens
mississippi teen driving test questions
mississippi permit test study guide (teen)
mississippi driver’s manual teen permit

What is the Mississippi Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program?
Mississippi uses a Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) system that helps teen drivers gain experience in stages: learner’s permit → intermediate license → full driver’s license.

What is the minimum age to get a Mississippi learner’s permit?
Teens can apply for a Mississippi learner’s permit at 15 years old after passing the Mississippi written knowledge test and vision exam.

How long must teens hold a learner’s permit in Mississippi?
Mississippi teen drivers must hold their learner’s permit for at least 12 months before applying for the intermediate license.

How many supervised driving hours are required in Mississippi?
Mississippi teen drivers must complete 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours of night driving.

Who can supervise a teen driver in Mississippi?
A supervising driver must be a licensed driver age 21 or older seated in the front passenger seat.

Are there passenger restrictions for Mississippi teen drivers?
Yes. During the intermediate stage, teens may carry only one passenger under age 21 who is not an immediate family member.

Are there night driving restrictions for Mississippi teens?
Yes. Teen drivers cannot drive between 10 PM and 6 AM unless accompanied by a licensed adult or driving for school/work.

Can teens use a phone while driving in Mississippi?
Mississippi restricts texting and handheld phone use for young drivers because distracted driving is a major cause of teen crashes.

When can a Mississippi teen get a full driver’s license?
Teens can receive a full unrestricted Mississippi driver’s license at 17 years old after completing all GDL stages and maintaining a safe driving record.

Prepare for Your Mississippi DMV Permit Test | Free Online Practice–

Free Online Practice

Prepare to Pass

Get Ready for Your Mississippi DMV Permit Test

Set 1 - General DMV Questions

Set 2 – Fresh Question Bank

Road Signs & Markings

Traffic Laws & Safety Rules

Fines & Point System

Full Alabama DMV practice test Mock Test (46 Questions)

Free MississippiDMV Practice Tests Practice

Get Ready for Your Mississippi DMV Permit Test

Mississippi DMV Knowledge Test

Get Ready for Your Mississippi Teen Permit Test

Choose your state and Practice for DMV Test for Free

Want to pass your DMV permit or written test the first time?

About Us

Important Links

Contact

Prepare for Your Mississippi DMV Permit Test | Free Online Practice–

Free Online Practice

Prepare to Pass

Get Ready for Your Mississippi DMV Permit Test

Set 1 - General DMV Questions

Set 2 – Fresh Question Bank

Road Signs & Markings

Traffic Laws & Safety Rules

Fines & Point System

Full Alabama DMV practice test Mock Test (46 Questions)

Free MississippiDMV Practice Tests Practice

Get Ready for Your Mississippi DMV Permit Test

Mississippi DMV Knowledge Test​

Get Ready for Your Mississippi Teen Permit Test

Choose your state and Practice for DMV Test for Free

Want to pass your DMV permit or written test the first time?

About Us

Important Links

Contact

Mississippi DMV Knowledge Test