Utah: Licensing basics — Identity and Residency Documents Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “How many acceptable documents showing your Utah residence address are required to obtain a driver license certificate?” · “Which kind of birth certificate does the Driver License Division request as evidence of identity?”
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Utah Driver Handbook" (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), Utah Department of Public Safety, Driver License Division.
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Which of these is required to obtain a driver license certificate?
- A certificate from a parking course
- A letter of recommendation from an employer
- Assumption of financial liability
- A completed vehicle safety inspection
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Correct answer: Assumption of financial liability
Obtaining a driver license certificate requires assuming financial liability.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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How many acceptable documents showing your Utah residence address are required to obtain a driver license certificate?
- Two
- One
- Three
- Four
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Correct answer: Two
The handbook requires two acceptable documents as evidence of a Utah residence address.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What must you provide about your Social Security number to obtain a driver license certificate?
- Only the last four digits of your number, with no other proof of any kind needed from you at all
- A written promise to apply for a number within one year after you are licensed as a new driver
- Proof of at least one year of paid employment in the state of Utah, with a recent pay stub
- Acceptable proof of your full number, or proof that you are ineligible for one because of lawful presence status
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Correct answer: Acceptable proof of your full number, or proof that you are ineligible for one because of lawful presence status
Applicants show proof of their full Social Security number or of ineligibility for one due to lawful presence status.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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Which of these is required to obtain a driver license certificate?
- A hearing test
- An eye examination
- A urine screening
- A vehicle inspection
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Correct answer: An eye examination
The list of requirements includes an eye examination.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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What determines the type of driving certificate or identification card an applicant is eligible to obtain?
- The applicant’s lawful status
- The applicant’s home county
- The applicant’s employer
- The applicant’s driving record
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Correct answer: The applicant’s lawful status
Lawful status decides which certificate or card an applicant can obtain.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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Which applicants can apply for a regular Class D driver license, a regular CDL, or a regular identification card?
- Only U.S. citizens who were born in the state of Utah
- Only U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals, not permanent residents
- U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and legal permanent resident aliens
- Only applicants who hold a valid U.S. passport or passport card
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Correct answer: U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and legal permanent resident aliens
Citizens, nationals, and legal permanent residents can apply for the regular license or ID.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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An applicant does not meet the lawful presence requirements for a regular or limited-term driver license. What may the applicant be eligible to apply for?
- A provisional Class D license
- A driving privilege card (DPC)
- A learner permit with no age limit
- A temporary driver license
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Correct answer: A driving privilege card (DPC)
Applicants who fail the lawful presence requirements may be eligible for a DPC.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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What does the Driver License Division seek against anyone who submits fraudulent documents?
- A warning letter only
- A new appointment
- A refund of fees
- Prosecution and sanctions
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Correct answer: Prosecution and sanctions
The division seeks prosecution and sanctions for fraudulent documents or fraud in the application.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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Which kind of birth certificate does the Driver License Division request as evidence of identity?
- A hospital-issued birth certificate
- A miniature or wallet-size birth certificate
- A state-certified birth certificate
- A photocopied birth certificate
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Correct answer: A state-certified birth certificate
The division requests a state-certified birth certificate; hospital-issued, miniature, laminated, and photocopied ones are not acceptable.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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How many of the listed identity and lawful status verification documents must you provide for a regular Class D driver license or ID card?
- One
- Two
- Three
- Four
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Correct answer: One
The list is marked “must provide one”.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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Which of these is an acceptable identity and lawful status document for a regular Class D driver license?
- An expired U.S. passport or passport card
- A hospital-issued birth certificate
- A library card with a photo
- A valid, unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
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Correct answer: A valid, unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
A valid, unexpired U.S. passport or passport card is on the list of acceptable documents.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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Which of these is an acceptable identity and lawful status document for a regular Class D driver license?
- A hunting license
- A Certificate of Naturalization
- A voter registration card
- A small laminated birth certificate
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Correct answer: A Certificate of Naturalization
A Certificate of Naturalization issued by DHS is on the list of acceptable documents.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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To verify a social security number with a social security card, what must be true of the card?
- It must have been signed
- It must be a notarized copy
- It must have been issued within the last five years
- It must show a Utah address
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Correct answer: It must have been signed
The handbook accepts a social security card issued by the U.S. government only if it has been signed; a stub is not accepted.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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If an applicant does not have a social security card, which document that shows the applicant's name and full social security number may be presented instead?
- Library card
- Hospital bill
- W-2 form
- Gym membership card
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Correct answer: W-2 form
When the card is not available, the handbook accepts a W-2 form, SSA-1099, non SSA-1099, or a pay stub that shows the name and full number.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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How many documents must an applicant provide as Utah residency and mailing address verification?
- One
- Two
- Three
- Four
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Correct answer: Two
The handbook says the applicant must provide two residency and mailing address documents.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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A document used as Utah residency and mailing address verification must be dated within how many days?
- 30 days
- 60 days
- 180 days
- 90 days
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Correct answer: 90 days
Residency documents must show the applicant's name and address and be dated within 90 days.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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Besides being dated within 90 days, what must a Utah residency and mailing address document display?
- Your name and date of birth
- Your name and photograph
- Your name and address
- Your name and social security number
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Correct answer: Your name and address
The residency document must display the applicant's name and address.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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Which of these is accepted as Utah residency and mailing address verification?
- Property tax notice
- Library card
- Gym membership card
- Hospital bill
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Correct answer: Property tax notice
A property tax notice is one of the listed residency documents, along with items such as a bank statement, utility bill and vehicle title.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)