Delaware: Licensing basics — Part 5 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 5
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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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Effective September 11, 2023, what must all eligible DPC applicants do to begin the process?
- Schedule an appointment with the Division of Revenue to file taxes
- Schedule an appointment with DMV to submit the application and photo
- Schedule an appointment with the Social Security Administration
- Schedule an appointment with the State Bureau of Identification (SBI)
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Correct answer: Schedule an appointment with the State Bureau of Identification (SBI)
All eligible applicants must first schedule an appointment with the Delaware State Bureau of Identification.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What does the State Bureau of Identification (SBI) do at a DPC applicant’s appointment?
- Collects fingerprints and validates identification
- Administers the written knowledge test to the applicant
- Performs the eye-screening examination for the applicant
- Issues the Driving Privilege Card
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Correct answer: Collects fingerprints and validates identification
SBI collects fingerprints and validates identification.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What does SBI provide that the DPC applicant must bring to DMV?
- A fingerprint card
- A signed DPC application
- A receipt
- A Certification of Filing Compliance
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Correct answer: A receipt
SBI provides a receipt that the applicant brings to DMV.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What does the Division of Revenue’s Certification of Filing Compliance confirm for a DPC applicant?
- That the applicant has paid all Delaware vehicle registration fees
- That the applicant filed Delaware taxes for the previous two years
- That the applicant has lived in Delaware for the previous two years
- That the applicant has no unpaid traffic fines in Delaware
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Correct answer: That the applicant filed Delaware taxes for the previous two years
The document confirms the applicant has filed Delaware taxes for the previous two years.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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Which item appears on the Certification of Filing Compliance document?
- A driver license number
- The applicant’s fingerprints
- A vehicle registration number
- A document locator code
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Correct answer: A document locator code
The document contains the name and address, years taxes were filed, an ITIN or SSN, and a document locator code.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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How must documents in a foreign language be handled for a DPC application?
- Translated into English by a professional translator and presented with the original
- Translated into English by the applicant and submitted without the original
- Notarized by a Delaware notary and submitted without a translation
- Accepted as is if the applicant brings an interpreter to DMV
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Correct answer: Translated into English by a professional translator and presented with the original
Foreign language documents must be translated by a professional translator and accompany the original.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What must all DPC applicants do on the DPC application?
- Only sign it at the SBI appointment
- Have a parent sign it, whatever their age
- Sign it and answer the appropriate questions
- Leave the questions blank for DMV staff
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Correct answer: Sign it and answer the appropriate questions
All applicants must sign a DPC application and answer the appropriate questions on the form.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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Which examination must every DPC applicant pass?
- An eye-screening examination
- A hearing examination
- A physical fitness examination
- A drug screening examination
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Correct answer: An eye-screening examination
Each DPC applicant must pass an eye-screening examination.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What must a DPC applicant under 18 also have?
- A notarized parental consent letter in English
- A school transcript showing the full legal name
- A court order approving the application for a minor
- An original and translated copy of the birth certificate
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Correct answer: An original and translated copy of the birth certificate
A DPC applicant under 18 must also have the original and a translated copy of the birth certificate.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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Which document can be used as valid foreign proof of identity for a DPC application?
- A foreign passport that expired less than a year ago
- A photocopy of a valid consular identification document
- A valid, unexpired foreign passport
- A foreign driver license issued by any country
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Correct answer: A valid, unexpired foreign passport
The accepted foreign documents include a valid, unexpired foreign passport.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 26 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 26)
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Besides a foreign passport or consular identification, which document is an alternate approved document for Mexico?
- A Mexican driver license
- The Mexican Federal Electoral Card
- A Mexican birth certificate
- A Mexican tax identification card
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Correct answer: The Mexican Federal Electoral Card
The Mexican Federal Electoral Card (IFE Credencial para Votar) is the alternate approved document for Mexico.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 26 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 26)
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A name-change document that is not in English must be translated by whom?
- Any friend or relative of the applicant
- A professional translator
- The applicant, with a notarized signature
- A DMV employee at the counter
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Correct answer: A professional translator
Name-change documents must be translated into English by a professional translator.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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Which name-change documents will NOT be accepted at the DMV?
- Valid civil union certificates
- Court-ordered name change documents
- Finalized divorce decrees that state the legal name
- Photocopied or altered documents
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Correct answer: Photocopied or altered documents
The manual states that photocopied or altered documents will not be accepted for a name change.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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Which of these is NOT accepted as proof of Delaware residency?
- A photocopy of a utility bill
- An auto or life insurance policy
- A rental agreement
- Employment records
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Correct answer: A photocopy of a utility bill
Photocopies, printouts of bills and non-business letters or cards are not accepted as proof of residency.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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Other non-personal mail may be used as proof of Delaware residency if it was postmarked within what period?
- The last 30 days
- The last 90 days
- The last 12 months
- The last 60 days
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Correct answer: The last 60 days
The list of residency proofs includes non-personal mail postmarked within the last 60 days.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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What must each of the two proofs of residency display?
- The person’s physical address, not a P.O. box
- The person’s Social Security number
- The person’s date of birth
- The person’s mailing address, which may be a P.O. box
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Correct answer: The person’s physical address, not a P.O. box
Each proof must display the physical address, not a P.O. box, and the two must come from separate sources.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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The two proofs of Delaware residency must come from which kind of sources?
- The same source, issued on different dates
- Government agencies only
- Separate sources
- Banks only
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Correct answer: Separate sources
Each of the two proofs of residency must be from a separate source.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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Besides people at least 16 and under 18, who else can take part in the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program?
- A person under 16 with the sponsor’s written consent
- A person under 22 receiving special education services under an IEP
- A person under age 25 who is a full-time student
- Any person who has never held a license, whatever the age
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Correct answer: A person under 22 receiving special education services under an IEP
The GDL program is available to people under 22 who are receiving special education services under an active Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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According to the manual, why was the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program designed?
- To raise money for driver education schools
- To replace the road skills exam for all drivers
- To limit the number of licensed drivers in Delaware
- To reduce the high crash and fatality rate of young drivers
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Correct answer: To reduce the high crash and fatality rate of young drivers
The GDL program was designed to reduce the high crash and fatality rate among young drivers.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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What is true of GDL program participation for a person age 18 or older?
- It is required, with a sponsor, until the person turns 21
- It is optional, and no exams are required if the person opts out
- Optional; opting out needs no sponsor but eye, knowledge and road exams
- It is optional, but a sponsor must still sign the application
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Correct answer: Optional; opting out needs no sponsor but eye, knowledge and road exams
For people 18 or older GDL is optional; those who opt out need no sponsor but must pass eye, knowledge and road skills exams.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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What is the age requirement for a Level One Learner’s Permit (without an IEP)?
- At least 16 and less than 18 years old
- At least 15 and less than 17 years old
- At least 16 and less than 21 years old
- At least 17 and less than 19 years old
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Correct answer: At least 16 and less than 18 years old
A Level One applicant must be at least 16 years old and less than 18 years old.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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An IEP applicant may get a Level One Learner’s Permit if at least 16 years old and younger than what age?
- 18
- 20
- 25
- 22
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Correct answer: 22
An applicant on an active IEP must be at least 16 and less than 22 years old.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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What must a Level One Learner’s Permit applicant present as proof of passing a certified driver education course?
- A school report card showing a passing grade
- A Delaware Driver Education Certificate (Blue/White Certificate)
- A letter from the sponsor stating the applicant studied
- A completed supervised-driving log
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Correct answer: A Delaware Driver Education Certificate (Blue/White Certificate)
Applicants must present a Delaware Driver Education Certificate (Blue/White Certificate).
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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If an applicant passed a driver education course in another state, which agency must approve the out-of-state certificate?
- The Department of Education
- The Department of Transportation
- The Secretary of State
- The Delaware State Police
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Correct answer: The Department of Education
The out-of-state certificate must be approved by the Department of Education and presented to the DMV.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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When are the two proofs of Delaware residency waived for a Level One applicant?
- When the applicant is a full-time student at a Delaware school
- When the applicant has a valid passport
- When the sponsor is a licensed Delaware driver at the applicant’s address
- When the sponsor is a licensed Delaware driver, wherever the sponsor lives
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Correct answer: When the sponsor is a licensed Delaware driver at the applicant’s address
The two-proof residency requirement is waived if the sponsor is a licensed Delaware driver living at the applicant’s address.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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For damages resulting from the GDL applicant’s negligence, who is held jointly liable with the applicant?
- The driver education teacher
- The sponsor
- The Department of Education
- The supervising driver’s employer
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Correct answer: The sponsor
The sponsor, who must sign every GDL application, is held jointly liable with the applicant for damages resulting from the applicant’s negligence.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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Who has the final authority to decide whether a GDL applicant is capable of handling the responsibility of operating a motor vehicle?
- The driver education teacher
- The Chief of Driver Services only
- The first police officer who stops the driver
- The sponsor
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Correct answer: The sponsor
The sponsor has final authority to decide capability and to designate who may supervise the GDL driver.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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The sponsor of a GDL applicant has the authority to do what?
- Waive the 12-month GDL program
- Excuse the applicant from the eye screening
- Designate who may supervise the GDL driver
- Issue the Driver Education Certificate
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Correct answer: Designate who may supervise the GDL driver
The sponsor has the authority to designate who may supervise the GDL driver.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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Until when may a sponsor withdraw his or her endorsement of a minor GDL applicant?
- Until the minor reaches age 18
- Until the minor completes six months of the program
- Only during the first 30 days of the program
- Until the minor turns 16 and six months
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Correct answer: Until the minor reaches age 18
The sponsor may withdraw the endorsement at any time until the minor reaches age 18, which cancels any valid driving privileges.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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Who is first in the order of preference to act as a GDL sponsor?
- The legal guardian of the applicant
- Any suitable person acceptable to the Secretary of Transportation
- The driver education teacher
- Either parent, if both live together in the State with the minor
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Correct answer: Either parent, if both live together in the State with the minor
The first-listed sponsor is either parent when both parents live together in Delaware and the minor resides with both.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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When can a stepparent act as a GDL sponsor?
- Whenever the stepparent lives with the applicant
- Only if the applicant is adopted or the stepparent is the guardian
- Whenever the stepparent holds a Class D license for 5 years
- Whenever the natural parents live outside Delaware
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Correct answer: Only if the applicant is adopted or the stepparent is the guardian
Stepparents cannot act as sponsors unless the GDL applicant is adopted or appointed their guardian.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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How are parents verified for GDL sponsorship?
- The applicant’s original or certified birth certificate
- The parent’s Social Security card and a utility bill
- A signed statement from a school principal
- A photocopy of the parent’s valid passport
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Correct answer: The applicant’s original or certified birth certificate
Parents are verified using an original or certified copy of the birth certificate that includes the mother and/or father’s name.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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Under the last sponsor option listed in the manual, who may sign as a GDL sponsor?
- Any adult friend of the applicant who is at least 21
- The driver education teacher or the school principal
- Any suitable person acceptable to the Chief of Driver Services
- Any licensed driver who has held a license for 5 years
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Correct answer: Any suitable person acceptable to the Chief of Driver Services
The manual lists any suitable person acceptable to the Secretary of Transportation or the Chief of Driver Services as a sponsor option.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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Where must the sponsor sign the GDL applicant’s driver license application?
- In front of a notary public
- In the presence of a Division licensing employee
- In front of the driver education teacher
- At the Department of Education
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Correct answer: In the presence of a Division licensing employee
The sponsor must sign the application in the presence of a Division licensing employee.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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What must a GDL applicant pass at the time of application?
- A road skills exam
- A written exam on traffic laws only
- A drug screening
- An eye screen
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Correct answer: An eye screen
The applicant must pass an eye screen at the time of application.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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Who identifies GDL applicants who need specialized evaluation, training or equipment because of a physical or mental disability?
- The sponsor of the applicant
- The applicant’s family doctor
- The driver education teacher
- The DMV licensing employee
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Correct answer: The driver education teacher
Such applicants are identified by the driver education teacher and tested by the Division.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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What must a Level One Learner’s Permit holder have in possession when driving a motor vehicle?
- The permit
- A signed letter from the sponsor
- The Driver Education Certificate
- A copy of the supervised-driving log
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Correct answer: The permit
The permit must be in the possession of the permit holder when driving.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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During the first 12 months of valid driving authority, who may be in the vehicle with a Level One permit holder?
- The adult supervisor and one other passenger
- The adult supervisor and up to three passengers
- Only the adult supervisor
- Any passengers, if the sponsor approves
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Correct answer: The adult supervisor and one other passenger
No passengers other than an adult supervisor and one other passenger are allowed during the first 12 months.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)