Delaware: Licensing basics — Part 2 Practice Test
Delaware's learner permits and the Graduated Driver License, the documents you need, license classes and endorsements, renewals and the driver examination. — Part 2
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Delaware Driver Manual" (July 2026), Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
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In the manual's "Other Alternative Fuel" category, what is a "convertible"?
- A vehicle with a folding roof
- A gas/diesel vehicle converted to an alternative fuel
- A vehicle powered only by a hydrogen fuel cell
- A hybrid vehicle that can be recharged externally
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Correct answer: A gas/diesel vehicle converted to an alternative fuel
The manual explains that a convertible is a gas/diesel vehicle converted to an alternative fuel.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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Which of these is listed as an "Other Alternative Fuel"?
- Unleaded gasoline
- Diesel
- Kerosene
- Propane
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Correct answer: Propane
The manual lists ethanol, liquefied gas, methanol, natural gas, propane and convertible as other alternative fuels.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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Who is an "owner" of a vehicle according to the manual?
- The title holder, or one buying it on time with immediate right of possession
- Only the person who first registered the vehicle with the State of Delaware
- Any person who drives the vehicle regularly each week
- A person who borrows the vehicle with the title holder's permission
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Correct answer: The title holder, or one buying it on time with immediate right of possession
The manual defines an owner as a person who holds the legal title of a vehicle or who is purchasing it on time and has immediate right of possession.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What is a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)?
- A vehicle powered by a conventional-fuel engine and an electric motor that cannot be recharged externally
- A vehicle powered only by a hydrogen fuel cell
- A vehicle powered by a conventional-fuel engine and an electric motor with a battery recharged from an external power source
- A vehicle powered only by a battery with no engine
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Correct answer: A vehicle powered by a conventional-fuel engine and an electric motor with a battery recharged from an external power source
The manual defines a PHEV as powered by both an internal combustion motor using conventional fuel and an electric motor with a battery recharged using an external power source.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What does the manual say "registration" means?
- The vehicle title and the record of any lien on the vehicle
- The registration certificate (card) and the registration plate (tag)
- The license plate validation sticker and the sales receipt
- The driver license and the insurance card together
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Correct answer: The registration certificate (card) and the registration plate (tag)
The manual defines registration as the registration certificate (card) and the registration plate (tag).
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What term does the manual say has the same meaning as "road"?
- Street
- Roadway
- Intersection
- Highway
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Correct answer: Highway
The manual says road as used in it has the same meaning as highway.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What is a roadway according to the manual?
- The portion of the highway improved or used for vehicular traffic, excluding the shoulder
- The entire width between boundary lines of every public road, including the shoulder
- A highway in a city or a suburban district
- An area set aside for exclusive use of pedestrians
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Correct answer: The portion of the highway improved or used for vehicular traffic, excluding the shoulder
The manual defines roadway as that portion of the highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, excluding the shoulder.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What does the SAVE program do, according to the manual?
- It verifies the authenticity of a driver education certificate
- It verifies the authenticity of USCIS documentation
- It keeps a list of suspended licenses
- It checks the safety of vehicles at registration
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Correct answer: It verifies the authenticity of USCIS documentation
SAVE is the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements Program; it verifies the authenticity of USCIS documentation.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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Who is the "Secretary" in this manual?
- The Secretary of the Department of Transportation
- The Secretary of the Department of Education
- The Secretary of State of Delaware
- The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles
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Correct answer: The Secretary of the Department of Transportation
The manual defines Secretary as the Secretary of the Department of Transportation of this State.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What does the word "should" mean in this manual?
- An action or practice required by law
- An action that applies only to commercial drivers
- A recommended action or practice not required by law
- An action allowed only with a permit
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Correct answer: A recommended action or practice not required by law
The manual defines should as a recommended action or practice not required by law.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What is a "street" according to the manual?
- The portion of a highway excluding the shoulder
- A highway in a city or a suburban district
- A road owned by a private individual
- A State or Interstate highway for through traffic
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Correct answer: A highway in a city or a suburban district
The manual defines street as a highway in a city or a suburban district.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What is a trailer according to the manual?
- A vehicle with its own motor power designed to carry property only on a highway
- A device moved by human power and used on a public highway
- A vehicle without motor power designed to carry property or people, drawn by a motor vehicle
- A vehicle used only on stationary rails or tracks by a railroad
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Correct answer: A vehicle without motor power designed to carry property or people, drawn by a motor vehicle
The manual defines a trailer as any vehicle without motor power designed to carry property or passengers and to be drawn by a motor vehicle.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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A triped is a pedal or nonpedal cycle with how many wheels?
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
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Correct answer: 3
The manual defines a triped as a pedal or nonpedal cycle having 3 wheels, either of which is 10 inches or more in maximum diameter.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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Which of these is NOT counted as a "vehicle" in the manual's definition?
- A trailer drawn by a motor vehicle
- A motorcycle
- A device moved by human power
- A moped
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Correct answer: A device moved by human power
The manual's vehicle definition excludes devices moved by human power or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks, plus certain others.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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If you present an uncollectible check and do not pay the original amount plus the penalty fee within how many days, your license and/or registration will be suspended?
- 5 days
- 10 days
- 15 days
- 30 days
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Correct answer: 10 days
The manual says that if the original amount plus the penalty fee is not paid within 10 days, the driver's license and/or registration will be suspended.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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How does the Division notify a person who presented an uncollectible payment?
- By a telephone call to the person
- By regular mail to the vehicle's registered address only
- By e-mail from the DMV website
- By certified mail to the last known address
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Correct answer: By certified mail to the last known address
The Division sends notification by certified mail to the last known address of the individual and allows 10 days to furnish payment.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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What happens if payment is not received within 10 days after an uncollectible payment notice is mailed?
- The Division suspends the driver license or vehicle registration until it is paid
- The Division issues a warning letter and extends the time for payment
- The Division cancels the person's insurance coverage immediately
- The Division sends the case to the Department of Education
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Correct answer: The Division suspends the driver license or vehicle registration until it is paid
The Division shall forthwith suspend the individual's driver license or vehicle registration until the payment has been paid in full.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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Under what condition does the DMV not charge late fees to active duty military members or their dependents?
- They were serving in Delaware at that time and are over age 21
- They renew the license by mail within one year after it expires
- They can prove they were deployed or stationed outside Delaware at expiration
- They hold a Driving Privilege Card that was issued by the Division
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Correct answer: They can prove they were deployed or stationed outside Delaware at expiration
The DMV does not charge late fees to active duty military members or their dependents who can prove they were deployed or stationed outside Delaware at the time of expiration.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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What proof does the DMV accept that a military member was deployed or stationed outside Delaware at expiration?
- A letter from a family member of the service member
- Military identification along with military assignment orders
- A copy of the previous license or registration card
- A signed note from a neighbor of the service member
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Correct answer: Military identification along with military assignment orders
The manual says military identification along with military assignment orders provide this proof.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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When a vehicle owner trades in a Delaware-titled vehicle to buy another vehicle, what does Delaware law allow?
- Keeping the registration plates of the traded-in vehicle for free
- Adding the trade-in value to the new vehicle's title record
- Skipping the vehicle inspection for the new vehicle purchased
- Deducting the trade-in vehicle's value from the new vehicle's purchase price
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Correct answer: Deducting the trade-in vehicle's value from the new vehicle's purchase price
Delaware law allows the owner to deduct the value of the trade-in from the purchase price of the new vehicle, with certain limitations.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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Delaware law allows a credit on a sales tax or similar levy paid to another state on a vehicle bought within how many days before registering it in Delaware?
- 90 days
- 30 days
- 60 days
- 120 days
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Correct answer: 90 days
The manual says Delaware allows the credit for a purchase within 90 days prior to registering the vehicle in Delaware, and the 90-day rule is strictly enforced.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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Which of these payment methods does the DMV accept, with proper identification?
- Cryptocurrency
- Foreign currency
- Money order
- A personal promissory note
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Correct answer: Money order
The DMV accepts cash, check, money order and credit card payments (among others) with proper identification.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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How can you tell a compliant Delaware DL/ID from a non-compliant one by looking at the card?
- A gold star in the upper right-hand corner
- A blue star in the upper right-hand corner
- A gold circle in the lower left-hand corner
- A silver star in the upper left-hand corner
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Correct answer: A gold star in the upper right-hand corner
The manual says a compliant DL/ID is distinguishable by the gold star in the upper right-hand corner.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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Which phrase is printed in the upper margin of a non-compliant DL/ID?
- Not for Driving Use
- Limited Federal Use
- Not for Federal ID
- Temporary Card Only
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Correct answer: Not for Federal ID
A non-compliant card is distinguishable by the phrase “Not for Federal ID” printed in its upper margin.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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When do existing DL/ID holders present their original source documents to get a compliant card?
- Every year, on their birthday
- At the time of renewal
- When they add a vehicle to their registration
- Only when they apply for a passport
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Correct answer: At the time of renewal
Existing holders present original source documents at renewal, as a one-time revalidation.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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After the one-time revalidation, when will the DMV need to see your source documents again?
- Each time you renew the license, since the check is repeated at every renewal
- Every four years, because the validation expires after that period of time
- Whenever you register a new vehicle with the DMV in Delaware
- When you change information on your card, or your immigration documents expire
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Correct answer: When you change information on your card, or your immigration documents expire
The DMV only needs to see the documents again if you change information such as your name, or if your immigration documents expire.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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When can a non-compliant license be converted to compliant status?
- At any time
- Only at the next renewal
- Only within 60 days of issue
- Only after a three-year wait
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Correct answer: At any time
The manual states that a non-compliant license may be converted to compliant status at any time.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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What are the federal identification standards for driver licenses and ID cards intended to combat?
- Speeding, tailgating, and aggressive driving
- Uninsured driving and vehicle theft
- Terrorism, identity theft, and other crimes
- Unlicensed driver education schools
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Correct answer: Terrorism, identity theft, and other crimes
The standards are intended to combat terrorism, identity theft and other crimes by strengthening the security of state-issued identification documents.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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Source documentation is required to prove which of these for a compliant DL/ID?
- Employment history record
- Primary residence address
- Vehicle ownership papers
- Level of education earned
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Correct answer: Primary residence address
Source documents prove identity, lawful status, date of birth, social security number and primary residence address.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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Without a federally-compliant DL/ID, what must you obtain to use for domestic flights or to enter federal facilities?
- A Delaware Driving Privilege Card (DPC) issued by the DMV
- A non-compliant license with a notarized letter attached
- A temporary permit issued by a federal agency in Delaware
- A U.S. passport or other document acceptable to Homeland Security
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Correct answer: A U.S. passport or other document acceptable to Homeland Security
Without a compliant DL/ID you must obtain a U.S. passport (or other acceptable Department of Homeland Security document).
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What are you required to do with your driver license when you operate a motor vehicle on public roadways in Delaware?
- Carry it with you
- Keep it at home
- Keep it in the glove box
- Show it only to a court
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Correct answer: Carry it with you
The manual says you must have a driver license and you must carry it with you.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Within how many days after becoming a bona fide Delaware resident must you obtain a Delaware driver license?
- 30 days
- 90 days
- 60 days
- 120 days
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Correct answer: 60 days
You are required to obtain a Delaware driver license within 60 days after becoming a bona fide resident.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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A non-resident operator currently licensed in the home state or country is exempt from holding a Delaware license if over what age?
- Over 15
- Over 16
- Over 17
- Over 18
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Correct answer: Over 16
The exemption covers non-resident operators over the age of 16 who are currently licensed in their home state or country.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Which person is exempt from holding a Delaware driver license?
- A Delaware resident whose license from another state is still valid for several more years
- A person who works in Delaware but lives in another state and has no license at all
- A Delaware resident who drives only on weekends and only on roads near his or her home
- An active-duty member of the U.S. Armed Forces with a valid license from his or her state of domicile
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Correct answer: An active-duty member of the U.S. Armed Forces with a valid license from his or her state of domicile
Active-duty Armed Forces members, and their dependents, with a valid license from their state of domicile are exempt.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Who is exempt from holding a Delaware driver license while temporarily on a highway?
- Someone driving a road roller, road machinery or farm tractor
- Someone driving a pickup truck on a highway for farm work
- Someone driving a car to a farm supply store on a highway
- Someone driving a rented moving truck temporarily on a highway
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Correct answer: Someone driving a road roller, road machinery or farm tractor
Individuals temporarily driving a road roller, road machinery, or farm tractor or implement of husbandry on a highway are exempt.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What must an applicant under 18 have completed before the DMV can issue a driver license?
- A course in vehicle maintenance approved by the Department of Motor Vehicles
- Two letters of reference written by teachers at the applicant school
- A Delaware Department of Education approved course in driver education
- A defensive driving course approved by an insurance company in Delaware
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Correct answer: A Delaware Department of Education approved course in driver education
The DMV cannot license someone under 18 who has not completed a Delaware Department of Education approved driver education course.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Who usually signs the required consent on the license application of an applicant under 18?
- Any licensed driver over the age of 21
- A parent, court-appointed custodian, or guardian
- A school principal or a driver education teacher
- A police officer in the applicant's town
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Correct answer: A parent, court-appointed custodian, or guardian
An applicant under 18 who cannot obtain the signature of consent (usually parent, court-appointed custodian or guardian) cannot be licensed.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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The DMV cannot issue you a license if your license or driving privileges are suspended or revoked where?
- Only in Delaware
- Only in a neighboring state
- Only within the past year
- In any jurisdiction
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Correct answer: In any jurisdiction
A license cannot be issued when driving privileges are suspended or revoked in any jurisdiction.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)