Minnesota: Licensing basics — Part 3 Practice Test
Who needs a Minnesota license, the identification you bring, the written test, vision screening and road test, the Graduated Driver’s Licensing system with its instruction permit and provisional license, license classes and endorsements, renewal and ID cards. — Part 3
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Minnesota Driver’s Manual" (June 2026), Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services.
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From what age is classroom driver education instruction not required for the written test?
- 16
- 17
- 21
- 18
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Correct answer: 18
The manual says classroom instruction is not required if you are 18 or older.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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When is your vision screened?
- Only when you apply for your first driver's license or instruction permit
- When you apply for or renew your driver's license or instruction permit
- Only when you take the road test and when you renew your license
- Only after you have been involved in a traffic crash or received a ticket
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Correct answer: When you apply for or renew your driver's license or instruction permit
Your eyes are screened when you apply for or renew your driver's license or instruction permit.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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What does the vision screening check?
- Whether your vision meets the minimum standards
- Whether you have an eye disease or other medical condition
- Whether your eyes pass a full medical eye exam
- Whether your color vision is perfect
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Correct answer: Whether your vision meets the minimum standards
The vision screening is not a medical exam; it checks if your vision meets the minimum standards.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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What is the minimum normal or corrected vision you must have to pass the vision screening?
- 20/20
- 20/30
- 20/40
- 20/50
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Correct answer: 20/40
Your normal or corrected vision must be at least 20/40.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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What is the minimum peripheral vision you must have to pass the vision screening?
- 90 degrees
- 105 degrees
- 120 degrees
- 140 degrees
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Correct answer: 105 degrees
Your peripheral vision must be at least 105 degrees.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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If you fail the vision screening or your peripheral vision is less than 105 degrees, what will you be asked to do?
- Wait 30 days and take the vision screening again at an exam station
- Take a written vision test at the DVS Driver Evaluation Unit
- Buy corrective lenses and return the same day for a new screening
- See an eye doctor and return the doctor's report to the DVS
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Correct answer: See an eye doctor and return the doctor's report to the DVS
You will be asked to see an eye doctor and return the doctor's report to the DVS Driver Evaluation Unit.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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What does the eye doctor's report determine after a failed vision screening?
- Whether you must repeat the driver education classroom hours
- Which class of driver's license you are allowed to apply for
- Whether you see well enough to drive safely or need correction
- Whether you can skip the vision screening at your next renewal
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Correct answer: Whether you see well enough to drive safely or need correction
The report determines if you see well enough to drive safely or if you need vision correction or other restrictions.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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What are the three parts of the road test?
- Vehicle safety equipment demonstration, vehicle control skills and a driving test
- A vision screening, a vehicle control skills test and a driving test
- Vehicle safety equipment demonstration, a written test and a driving test
- Vehicle safety equipment demonstration, a hazard perception test and a driving test
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Correct answer: Vehicle safety equipment demonstration, vehicle control skills and a driving test
The road test has three parts: demonstrating your vehicle's safety equipment, showing vehicle control skills and performing a driving test.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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What will the examiner assess during the road test?
- Your ability to change a flat tire
- Your knowledge of how to repair brakes
- Your ability to tow a trailer
- Your risk awareness and reactions
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Correct answer: Your risk awareness and reactions
The examiner assesses your risk awareness and reactions, and your ability to observe intersections, change lanes and handle other situations.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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What will the examiner NOT ask you to do during the road test?
- Parallel park
- Anything illegal
- Change lanes
- Observe intersections
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Correct answer: Anything illegal
You will not be asked to do anything illegal during the road test.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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How must you schedule your road test?
- By making an appointment
- By walking in to any exam station
- By sending a letter to the Driver Evaluation Unit
- By asking the examiner at your written test
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Correct answer: By making an appointment
You must make an appointment for the road test.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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Which two things must you present to take the road test?
- Your valid instruction permit and a vision test report from an eye doctor
- Your written test results and a certified copy of your birth certificate
- Your valid instruction permit and current proof of insurance
- Your driver education certificate and a medical statement from a physician
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Correct answer: Your valid instruction permit and current proof of insurance
To take the road test you must present your valid instruction permit and current proof of insurance.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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If you are under 18, what must you also present to take the road test?
- A supervised driving log and a certificate of enrollment (“Blue Card”)
- A supervised driving log and a certificate of course completion (“White Card”)
- A certificate of enrollment (“Pink Card”) and a vision test report
- A written test receipt and a signed parental permission letter
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Correct answer: A supervised driving log and a certificate of course completion (“White Card”)
Applicants under 18 must also present a supervised driving log and a certificate of course completion (White Card).
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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Which vehicle is NOT allowed for the road test?
- A vehicle that has a backup camera
- A rental vehicle that lists you as a driver
- A vehicle with fully automatic headlights
- A neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV)
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Correct answer: A neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV)
Neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs) are not allowed for the road test.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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If you use a rental vehicle for the road test, what must be true?
- The rental company must send a representative with you
- The rental agreement must be at least 30 days old
- You must be listed as a driver on the rental agreement
- You must be at least 21 years old to use it
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Correct answer: You must be listed as a driver on the rental agreement
If you use a rental vehicle, you must be listed as a driver on the rental agreement.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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How may a backup camera be used during the road test?
- Allowed, but it should not be your only way to look
- It may not be used at any time during the test
- It must be used every time you back up
- The screen must be covered before the test begins
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Correct answer: Allowed, but it should not be your only way to look
You may use a vehicle with a backup camera, but the camera should not be the only method of observation when backing up.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 10
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How must the doors of the vehicle you use for the road test open?
- From the inside only
- From the outside only
- With a remote key fob only
- From both inside and outside
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Correct answer: From both inside and outside
The vehicle must have doors that open from both inside and outside.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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What must be true of the seat belts in the vehicle used for the road test?
- They must be replaced within the last year
- They must work properly
- They must have been inspected by DVS
- They must be fastened by the examiner
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Correct answer: They must work properly
The vehicle's seat belts must work properly.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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Which lights must work on the vehicle used for the road test?
- Headlights, taillights, turn signals and brake lights
- Headlights, brake lights and interior lights
- Taillights, turn signals and backup lights only
- Headlights, fog lights and taillights only
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Correct answer: Headlights, taillights, turn signals and brake lights
Headlights, taillights, turn signals and brake lights must work.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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Equipment required by your license or permit restrictions must work for the road test, except when what is true?
- The examiner says the equipment is optional
- You have already passed the written test
- You are trying to remove the restrictions
- The vehicle belongs to a family member
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Correct answer: You are trying to remove the restrictions
Required restriction equipment must work unless you are trying to remove the restrictions.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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What must be true about smoking during the road test?
- Smoking is allowed if the examiner gives permission
- The vehicle must be smoke-free before the examiner enters
- You may smoke only during the parallel parking portion
- Smoking is allowed if the window is open
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Correct answer: The vehicle must be smoke-free before the examiner enters
No smoking is allowed during the test, and the vehicle must be smoke-free before the examiner enters.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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What is the rule on electronic devices and cell phones during the road test?
- A phone may be used if it is mounted on the dashboard
- A phone may be used only for navigation
- Hands-free calls are allowed if the examiner agrees
- No electronic devices or cell phone usage are allowed
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Correct answer: No electronic devices or cell phone usage are allowed
No electronic devices or cell phone usage are allowed during the road test.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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Who may ride in the vehicle with you during the road test?
- An interpreter may ride along if you need one
- A child may ride along if no one else can watch them
- No passengers, including pets, children or interpreters
- Only a family member riding in the back seat
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Correct answer: No passengers, including pets, children or interpreters
No passengers are allowed during the road test, including pets, children or interpreters.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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What must be done with loose objects that could break or cause injury during the road test?
- They must be removed
- They must be placed in the glove box
- They must be left on the back seat
- They must be tied down with a seat belt
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Correct answer: They must be removed
Loose objects that could break or cause injury must be removed.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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What is the rule for vehicles with parking assist on the road test?
- The vehicle cannot be used for the test at all
- The feature must be used for parallel parking
- The feature may be used anywhere except on hills
- The feature cannot be used for parallel parking
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Correct answer: The feature cannot be used for parallel parking
Vehicles with parking assist cannot use this feature for parallel parking during the test.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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Before the road test starts, what may you be asked to do?
- Retake the vision screening
- Perform a safety equipment check on your vehicle
- Take a short written quiz about road signs
- Drive the examiner's vehicle around the lot
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Correct answer: Perform a safety equipment check on your vehicle
Before starting the road test, you may be asked to perform a safety equipment check on your vehicle.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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Which of these must you show knowledge about in the vehicle safety equipment demonstration?
- Windshield wipers
- Changing a flat tire
- Checking engine oil
- Replacing a fuse
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Correct answer: Windshield wipers
The demonstration covers items such as the windshield wipers and the windshield defroster and fan controls.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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If your vehicle has fully automatic headlights, what must you do in the safety equipment demonstration?
- Show that the headlights turn on by themselves
- Disconnect the automatic setting before the test
- Manually activate the high and low beam headlights
- Nothing; the examiner skips the headlights
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Correct answer: Manually activate the high and low beam headlights
Vehicles with fully automatic headlights require the driver to manually activate the high and low beam headlights.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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What happens if you are unable to pass the safety equipment demonstration?
- You may finish the road test if you fix the problem within an hour
- You cannot finish the road test that day
- You will be given a second try during the same visit
- You will fail the written test as well
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Correct answer: You cannot finish the road test that day
If you cannot pass the safety equipment demonstration, you will not be allowed to finish the road test that day.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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What does the manual say about its list of safety equipment items for the demonstration?
- It includes every item required by law
- It applies only to drivers under 18
- It applies only to vehicles with automatic headlights
- It does not include all equipment and items required by law
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Correct answer: It does not include all equipment and items required by law
The list does not include all equipment and items required by law.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 11
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Which parking skills are you evaluated on during the road test?
- Angle parking and parking in a garage
- Parking in a garage and in a snowy lot
- Parallel parking and parking on a hill
- Parking in a driveway and angle parking
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Correct answer: Parallel parking and parking on a hill
The road test evaluates your ability to parallel park and to park on a hill.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 12
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The 90-degree backing skill maneuver simulates backing into a driveway or parking space that is how wide?
- 10 feet
- 9 feet
- 12 feet
- 14 feet
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Correct answer: 10 feet
The 90-degree backing skill maneuver simulates backing into a 10-foot-wide driveway or parking space.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 12
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Which kinds of traffic lanes does the road test evaluate your ability to use?
- Only marked lanes
- Only unmarked lanes
- Only lanes on a divided highway
- Both marked and unmarked lanes
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Correct answer: Both marked and unmarked lanes
The road test evaluates your ability to use both marked and unmarked lanes of traffic.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 12
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Which action will cause you to fail the road test immediately?
- Using your turn signal too early
- Disobeying a traffic law
- Adjusting your mirrors before starting
- Asking the examiner to repeat an instruction
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Correct answer: Disobeying a traffic law
Disobeying a traffic law causes you to fail the road test immediately.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 12
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What kind of driving causes you to fail the road test immediately?
- Driving dangerously, carelessly or recklessly
- Driving more slowly than other traffic
- Driving with the windows open
- Driving with the radio on at low volume
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Correct answer: Driving dangerously, carelessly or recklessly
Driving dangerously, carelessly or recklessly, including any action that could result in a traffic crash, causes immediate failure.
Source: Minnesota Driver’s Manual (June 2026), page 12