Utah: Licensing basics — Knowledge Tests and Driving Test Basics Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “What is the primary purpose of the written knowledge test?” · “How often may the Traffic Safety and Trends Exam be taken?”
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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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What is the primary purpose of the written knowledge test?
- To rank applicants by their overall driving ability
- To ensure you have the information needed to drive safely
- To check that your vehicle is safe to drive on the road
- To confirm that you completed a driver education course
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Correct answer: To ensure you have the information needed to drive safely
The written knowledge test is meant to ensure applicants have the information needed to drive safely.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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On what are the written knowledge test questions based?
- A national bank of driver exam questions
- The scoring sheet used for the driving skills test
- The personal experience of the Driver License Office staff
- The information provided in the handbook
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Correct answer: The information provided in the handbook
The handbook states that the written knowledge test questions are based on the information it provides.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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How does the handbook describe the time for the written knowledge test?
- It is timed at 30 minutes, and you must finish before time runs out
- It is timed at 45 minutes, with no extra time allowed to finish
- It is not timed, but it generally takes 30 to 45 minutes to finish
- It is not timed, but it generally takes 60 to 90 minutes to finish
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Correct answer: It is not timed, but it generally takes 30 to 45 minutes to finish
The test is not timed; it generally takes 30 to 45 minutes.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What score must you earn to pass the written knowledge test?
- 80% or better
- 70% or better
- 75% or better
- 90% or better
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Correct answer: 80% or better
The handbook states you must pass the written knowledge test with a score of 80% or better.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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How many written knowledge tests can you take per day, provided the division can facilitate the testing?
- One
- Three
- Four
- Two
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Correct answer: Two
You can take two written knowledge tests per day if the division can facilitate the testing.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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If you need to return to the office after a failed written knowledge test attempt, what will need to be scheduled?
- A review examination
- A written retest appointment
- A hearing officer meeting
- A Traffic Safety and Trends Exam
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Correct answer: A written retest appointment
After a failed attempt, a written retest appointment must be scheduled if you need to return to the office.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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After three failed attempts at the written knowledge test, what may you do?
- Wait 12 months before trying again
- Take a driver education course again
- Switch to the driving skills test first
- Pay another fee for three more attempts
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Correct answer: Pay another fee for three more attempts
After three failed attempts you may pay another fee for three more attempts.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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Who is required to pass the Traffic Safety and Trends Exam?
- All first-time applicants (learner permit holders) obtaining a Class D license
- Only first-time applicants under 21 years of age who hold a learner permit
- All drivers who are renewing a Class D license by mail
- Only applicants who failed the written knowledge test once
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Correct answer: All first-time applicants (learner permit holders) obtaining a Class D license
Every first-time applicant who holds a learner permit and is obtaining a Class D license must pass this additional test.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What score must you receive on the Traffic Safety and Trends Exam?
- 80%
- 90%
- 100%
- 95%
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Correct answer: 100%
The Traffic Safety and Trends Exam requires a 100% score.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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Where is the Traffic Safety and Trends Exam offered?
- Only at a Driver License Office in person
- Only at a high school
- At any office or by mail
- Only on the Driver License Division website
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Correct answer: Only on the Driver License Division website
The exam is offered only on the Driver License Division website.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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How often may the Traffic Safety and Trends Exam be taken?
- Only once before licensing
- As often as necessary before licensing
- Up to three times before licensing
- Twice per day at most
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Correct answer: As often as necessary before licensing
The exam may be taken as often as necessary before licensing.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What share of the Traffic Safety and Trends Exam questions relates to significant causes of traffic-related deaths?
- 10%
- 25%
- 50%
- 75%
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Correct answer: 50%
Half of the exam’s questions relate to significant causes of traffic-related deaths identified by the Utah Highway Safety Office.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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Who must provide the vehicle for the driving skills test?
- You, the applicant
- The examiner
- The Driver License Division
- The Division of Motor Vehicles
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Correct answer: You, the applicant
The applicant must provide the vehicle for the driving skills test.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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The vehicle you provide for the driving skills test must be properly registered and comply with which of these?
- Vehicle safety laws, including functioning safety belts
- Local parking ordinances, including meter rules
- Commercial vehicle rules, including weight limits
- Insurance company inspection rules, including coverage limits
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Correct answer: Vehicle safety laws, including functioning safety belts
The test vehicle must be properly registered and comply with vehicle safety laws, including functioning safety belts.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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When may the vehicle you provide for the driving skills test be rejected?
- If it is more than ten years old or has a high odometer reading
- If it is a two-door model with no rear seat for a passenger
- If its condition could cause harm to the examiner’s person or clothes
- If it is not owned by the applicant or the applicant’s family
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Correct answer: If its condition could cause harm to the examiner’s person or clothes
A vehicle may be rejected if its condition could harm the examiner’s person or clothes.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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How old must you be to take a driving skills test at the Driver License Division (DLD)?
- At least 15 years of age
- At least 16 years of age
- At least 17 years of age
- At least 18 years of age
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Correct answer: At least 16 years of age
A driving skills test at the DLD requires being at least 16 years old.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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How old must you be to take a driving skills test with a Third-Party Tester or high school?
- At least 14 years of age
- At least 17 years of age
- At least 18 years of age
- At least 15 years of age
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Correct answer: At least 15 years of age
A driving skills test with a Third-Party Tester or high school requires being at least 15 years old.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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Who is allowed in the vehicle during the driving skills test?
- The applicant, the examiner, and a licensed parent or guardian
- The applicant, the examiner, and one passenger of the applicant’s choice
- Only the applicant and the examiner
- The applicant, the examiner, and the person who supplied the vehicle
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Correct answer: Only the applicant and the examiner
The applicant and the examiner are the only occupants allowed in the vehicle during the test.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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Which of these is the driving skills test scored on?
- Parking on hills, between cars, and parallel parking
- Changing a flat tire and checking the engine oil
- Reading a map and planning a long trip route
- Loading cargo and securing it to the vehicle
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Correct answer: Parking on hills, between cars, and parallel parking
Besides road rules and regulations, the test scores parking on hills, between cars, and parallel parking, among other maneuvers.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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Which safety features can you not use when taking your driving skills test?
- Parking assist and cruise control
- Seat belts and turn signals
- Headlights and windshield wipers
- Horn and speedometer
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Correct answer: Parking assist and cruise control
Features such as parking assist and cruise control may not be used during the driving skills test.
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 90 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 90)