Directions: Each learner’s permit exam has 25 multiple-choice questions. Topics covered on the exam include alcohol misuse, suspensions, and JOL violations, as well as rules of the road and identifying road signs.To pass the exam, you must answer 18 questions correctly within the allotted time of 25 minutes.

Full-service RMV Branches have automated testing stations (ATS), which are easy-to-use videoscreen kiosks that use a computer program to deliver learner’s permit exam questions visually. The ATS lets you practice with sample questions before beginning the actual exam. You must study the contents of this manual to be able to pass the learner’s permit exam.

The learner’s permit exam fee of $30 covers the cost of processing your application and administering your learner’s permit exam. If you fail the exam or your permit expires, you will be charged this fee again for another examination.

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	25
Passing score:	18

Rely on your mirrors.
Begin signaling as you move into the next lane.
Signal at least 500 feet before your lane change when driving on residential streets.
Always check your blind spot.

Divided highway begins.
A steep grade is ahead.
The overpass ahead has a low clearance.
Two lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions are about to merge.

Have the right-of-way when using sirens, horns, and/or flashing lights.
May use a loudspeaker to give instructions.
May follow each other.
All of the above.

Honk your horn right before shifting into reverse.
Check behind the vehicle before you get into the driver's seat.
Check your rearview mirrors to see what is behind you.
Turn up the car radio before backing up to get the attention of anyone who may be around you.

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Massachusetts driver's examination

When changing lanes, you should:

This road sign means:

Emergency vehicles:

Which of the following best ensures your safety and the safety of those around you when you are backing your vehicle?

When approaching a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon with all of its lights darkened, you:

Massachusetts law requires headlights to be used:

May proceed with caution.
Must come to a complete stop before proceeding with caution.
Must slow and prepare to stop.
Must come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians.

When the driver is tired.
During the day in favorable weather conditions.
When driving in tunnels.
When the temperature drops below freezing.