Delaware: Licensing basics — Part 6 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 6
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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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The Level One passenger limit does not apply to whom, as long as the adult supervisor is in the car?
- Classmates from the same school
- Passengers over age 18
- Immediate members of the driver’s family
- Passengers who hold a Class D license
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Correct answer: Immediate members of the driver’s family
The passenger restriction does not apply to immediate family members of the driver, as long as the adult supervisor is in the car.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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How old must the supervisor of a Level One permit holder be, and how long must he or she have held a Class D license?
- At least 21 years of age, with a Class D license for at least 3 years
- At least 25 years of age, with a Class D license for at least 5 years
- At least 25 years of age, with a Class D license for at least 10 years
- At least 18 years of age, with a Class D license for at least 1 year
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Correct answer: At least 25 years of age, with a Class D license for at least 5 years
The supervisor must be at least 25 and have held a Class D license for at least 5 years.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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Where must the supervising driver sit when the Level One permit holder is driving?
- In the rear seat, behind the permit holder
- Beside the permit holder, with another passenger allowed in the front seat
- In the front seat or the rear seat, as the supervisor chooses
- Beside the permit holder in the front seat, with no one else in the front seat
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Correct answer: Beside the permit holder in the front seat, with no one else in the front seat
The supervising driver must sit beside the permit holder in the front seat, and no other person can be in the front seat.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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For the first six months after a Level One Learner’s Permit is issued, how must the permit holder be supervised?
- Only between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
- Only on roads with a high speed limit
- At all times
- Only when carrying passengers
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Correct answer: At all times
For the first six months the permit holder must be supervised at all times.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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What must the sponsor certify the permit holder has done in the first six months?
- Driven 50 hours, 10 of which include night-time driving
- Driven 30 hours, 5 of which include night-time driving
- Driven 50 hours, 20 of which include night-time driving
- Driven 40 hours, 10 of which include night-time driving
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Correct answer: Driven 50 hours, 10 of which include night-time driving
The sponsor certifies 50 hours of driving, 10 of them at night.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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The sponsor’s certification of driving hours is turned in to which agency after the first six months?
- The Division of Motor Vehicles
- The Delaware State Police
- The Department of Transportation
- The Department of Education
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Correct answer: The Department of Education
The certification is turned in to the Department of Education after the first six months of valid driving authority.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 29 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 29)
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After the first six months of a Level One permit, between what hours may the holder drive unsupervised?
- Between 5:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
- Between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
- Between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.
- Between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
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Correct answer: Between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
After six months the permit holder may drive unsupervised between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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After the first six months, when may a Level One permit holder drive between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.?
- Only under supervision, with a few exceptions
- Never, under any circumstances
- Whenever there is a passenger in the vehicle
- Whenever the sponsor has signed a note
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Correct answer: Only under supervision, with a few exceptions
Driving during those hours requires supervision, except going directly to and from church, work and school activities on school property.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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Which trip is an exception to the supervision requirement from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. for a Level One permit holder?
- Going to or from a friend’s house
- Going to or from a restaurant or store
- Going directly to or from work activities
- Going to or from any school event, anywhere
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Correct answer: Going directly to or from work activities
The exception covers going directly to and from church activities, work activities and school activities on school property.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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During the second six months of unsupervised driving by a Level One permit holder, how many passengers besides the driver may ride when no supervisor is present?
- None
- One
- Two
- Three
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Correct answer: One
When a supervisor is not present, only one other passenger in addition to the driver can be in the vehicle.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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What is the penalty for violating the Level One Learner’s Permit restrictions for the first offense?
- A warning, with no suspension
- A one-month suspension
- A four-month suspension
- A two-month suspension
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Correct answer: A two-month suspension
Violations are treated as driving without a license, with a two-month suspension for the first offense.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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What is the suspension for subsequent violations of the Level One Learner’s Permit restrictions?
- Two months
- Six months
- Four months
- One year
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Correct answer: Four months
Subsequent offenses result in a four-month suspension.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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What must a GDL Level One permit holder under age 18 do to obtain a Class D operator’s license?
- Complete the 12-month GDL program
- Pass only the road skills exam after six months
- Complete a 6-month GDL program
- Turn 18 and hold the permit for 30 days
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Correct answer: Complete the 12-month GDL program
A permit holder under 18 may get a Class D license after completing the 12-month program, provided the sponsor has not withdrawn and privileges are not suspended.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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What may a GDL Level One permit holder who is 18 or older choose to do instead of completing the 12-month program?
- Take only the written exam at the DMV
- Convert the permit to a Class D license after six months
- Ask the sponsor to waive the program
- Take the eye, written and road skills exam at the DMV
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Correct answer: Take the eye, written and road skills exam at the DMV
A permit holder age 18 or older may complete the 12-month program or take the eye, written and road skills exam at the DMV.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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What happens when a Level One permit holder has completed a full 12 months of valid driving authority?
- The permit expires and the holder must reapply
- The permit automatically converts to a Class D license
- The holder must schedule a second road exam
- The permit converts only after the holder turns 18
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Correct answer: The permit automatically converts to a Class D license
The GDL Level One Learner’s Permit automatically converts to a Class D license after 12 full months of valid driving authority.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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How is time when a permit holder’s driving privilege was suspended treated in the 12-month requirement?
- It is not counted, and equal extra time is added to the end of the 12 months
- It is counted if the suspension was under 30 days
- It is counted in full toward the 12 months
- It cancels the program and the holder must start over with a new sponsor
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Correct answer: It is not counted, and equal extra time is added to the end of the 12 months
Suspended time is excluded, an equal period is added to the end of the original 12 months, and the holder must undergo complete testing.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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A first-time applicant over age 18 with a learner’s permit must pass all exams within how long?
- Six months
- Thirty days
- Twelve months
- Eighteen months
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Correct answer: Twelve months
For first-time applicants over 18, you must pass all exams within twelve months.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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For a first-time applicant over age 18, when is a learner’s permit issued?
- After successful completion of the road exam
- After passing the eye screening and knowledge exams
- After 50 hours of supervised driving
- After the applicant completes a 12-month program
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Correct answer: After passing the eye screening and knowledge exams
The permit is issued after successful completion of the eye screening and knowledge exams.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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How old must the licensed driver be who accompanies a learner’s permit holder over age 18?
- At least 18 years of age
- At least 25 years of age
- At least 30 years of age
- At least 21 years of age
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Correct answer: At least 21 years of age
The accompanying licensed driver must be qualified for the class of vehicle and at least 21 years of age.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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When transferring a license from another state, which exams may be given but are normally waived if your license is valid?
- The eye screening
- The written and road exams
- Every exam, including the eye screening
- The vision and hearing tests
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Correct answer: The written and road exams
Applicants must pass an eye screening; written and road exams may be given but are normally waived if the license is valid.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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When can a suspended or revoked out-of-state license be transferred to Delaware?
- Not until all withdrawal actions are cleared
- After 60 days of Delaware residency
- After the applicant passes the road exam
- At any time, with a certified driving record
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Correct answer: Not until all withdrawal actions are cleared
Suspended and revoked licenses cannot be transferred until all outstanding withdrawal actions are cleared.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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Which of these endorsements is NOT transferable into Delaware?
- Tanker (N)
- Doubles/Triples (T)
- Taxi/Limousine (Z)
- Passenger (P)
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Correct answer: Taxi/Limousine (Z)
Tanker, Doubles/Triples and Passenger endorsements are transferable, but the Taxi/Limousine (Z) endorsement is non-transferable.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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What special requirements apply to transferring a Hazmat (H/X) endorsement?
- None; it transfers the same way as a Tanker (N) endorsement
- A knowledge exam, a background check and proof of birth/immigration documents
- A knowledge exam and a road exam in a truck hauling hazardous materials
- A medical exam and proof of a clean driving record for five years
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Correct answer: A knowledge exam, a background check and proof of birth/immigration documents
Special restrictions apply: a knowledge exam, verification of favorable background investigation and proof of birth/immigration documents.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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The School Bus (S) endorsement may transfer into Delaware once the driver meets what requirements?
- Only the requirements set by the previous state’s agency
- Passing a Delaware knowledge exam and a road exam only
- No requirements; the endorsement transfers automatically
- Education Department rules and equal or higher prior training
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Correct answer: Education Department rules and equal or higher prior training
The endorsement transfers when Department of Education requirements are met and prior-state training was equivalent or higher.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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A non-resident driver from another country may drive in Delaware if over what age, and with what condition?
- Over age 18, with the license translated and notarized
- Over age 21, with an international permit
- Over age 16, with a valid license in immediate possession
- Over age 16, with a Delaware learner’s permit
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Correct answer: Over age 16, with a valid license in immediate possession
Non-resident drivers over age 16 with a valid home-country license may drive when the license is in their immediate possession.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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How long after becoming a Delaware resident must a driver licensed in another country apply for a Delaware license?
- Sixty days
- Thirty days
- Ninety days
- One year
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Correct answer: Sixty days
Sixty days after becoming a Delaware resident, the driver must apply for a Delaware driver license.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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Which exams must all drivers licensed in other countries pass for a Delaware license, unless an exception applies?
- The eye and knowledge exams only
- The knowledge and road exams only
- The eye and road exams only
- The eye, knowledge and road exams
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Correct answer: The eye, knowledge and road exams
All drivers licensed in other countries must pass the eye, knowledge and road exams, with reciprocity exceptions.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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Are endorsements included in Delaware’s reciprocity agreements?
- No
- Yes, all endorsements are included
- Only the motorcycle endorsement
- Only commercial endorsements
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Correct answer: No
Endorsements are not included in reciprocity agreements.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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A person at least 16 and under 18 with a license from another state must obtain a Delaware license within how many days of becoming a Delaware resident?
- 30 days
- 90 days
- 60 days
- 12 months
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Correct answer: 60 days
The minor must obtain a Delaware license within 60 days after becoming a resident.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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A minor transferring a license from another state must pass what conducted by the Delaware DMV?
- A written examination and an eye screening only
- A written and road examination and an eye screening
- A road examination and an eye screening only
- A written and road examination only, with no eye screening
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Correct answer: A written and road examination and an eye screening
The applicant must pass a written and road examination conducted by the Division and an eye screening.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
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Where can Delaware driver licenses be renewed?
- At any Division of Motor Vehicle facility
- Only at the facility where the license was first issued
- Only at the DMV facility in your county of residence
- Only at the DMV office nearest the state capital
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Correct answer: At any Division of Motor Vehicle facility
The manual says Delaware driver licenses can be renewed at any Division of Motor Vehicle facility.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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For how many years are most Delaware driver licenses issued?
- Four years
- Five years
- Eight years
- Six years
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Correct answer: Eight years
Delaware driver licenses are issued for eight years, with a few listed exceptions.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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Which of these license holders is an exception to the eight-year license term?
- Motorcycle endorsement holders
- Driving Privilege Card holders
- Taxi endorsement holders
- Veterans with a veteran indicator
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Correct answer: Driving Privilege Card holders
The eight-year term does not apply to Immigration length of stay, hazmat holders and Driving Privilege Card holders.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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What is the earliest you may renew your license before it expires?
- 30 days before it expires
- 90 days before it expires
- 60 days before it expires
- 180 days before it expires
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Correct answer: 180 days before it expires
You may renew at any time during the 180-day (six months) period before the license expires.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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How early may a commercial driver license (CDL) holder renew?
- No earlier than 60 days before expiration
- No earlier than 90 days before expiration
- No earlier than 180 days before expiration
- No earlier than 30 days before expiration
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Correct answer: No earlier than 30 days before expiration
CDL holders may renew no earlier than 30 days before the expiration date on their license.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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About how long before the expiration date are renewal reminders sent to each driver?
- About 30 days
- About 60 days
- About 90 days
- About 180 days
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Correct answer: About 60 days
Renewal reminders are sent approximately 60 days before the expiration date, which is the driver's birthday.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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Which screening must you pass to renew your Delaware driver license?
- A hearing screening
- A reaction-time screening
- An eye-screening
- A drug screening
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Correct answer: An eye-screening
Renewal requires turning in your old license, filling out an application and passing an eye-screening.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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When you renew your driver license, what must you do with your previously issued license?
- Turn it in
- Keep it and carry both licenses
- Cut a corner off it and keep it
- Return it to the Social Security office
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Correct answer: Turn it in
The manual says you must turn in your previously issued driver license when you renew.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)