Directions: To drive safely in Connecticut, you need good eyesight and coordination, a sound knowledge and understanding of Connecticut’s traffic laws.

Applicants must be prepared with all the necessary documents before the knowledge test is administered. The knowledge test consists of 25 questions and you need 20 correct answers to pass. You must pass a knowledge test before you receive your learner’s permit. The test is based on the information contained in the manual.

After you successfully pass the knowledge test, you will be able to schedule an appointment for the road test.

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	25
Passing score:	20

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Connecticut driver's examination

If you are driving and you see animals standing near the roadway:

To see objects in their blind spot when changing lanes, drivers should check:

This sign means:

You exit the freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should:

This white sign means you should not pass other vehicles:

When entering an interstate highway, you should:

If you see a pedestrian using a guide dog or carrying a white cane:

When stopping on snow or ice, drivers who are operating vehicles equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) should:

Speed up to scare them away.
Slow down and proceed with caution.
Quickly swerve into the next lane.

Only the left outside mirror.
Over their left or right shoulder.
Only the inside rearview mirror.

Slow to a safe speed before the curve.
Slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway.
Wait until you have entered the curve to begin braking.

Until after you pass the sign.
Unless it seems safe to do so.
For any reason.

Stop, check for cars, and enter when safe.
Check for cars and reduce your speed to 25 mph before entering the traffic lane.
Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic, and merge when the way is clear.

The pedestrian must yield the right-of-way.
You must yield the right-of-way.
Honk your horn to let them know you are there.

Pump the brakes.
Press and hold the brake pedal firmly.
Stay off the brakes and wait for the car to drift to a stop.

Winding road ahead.
Do not enter.
Pedestrian crossing.