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Although in many states the computerized written test is already a reality, traditionally this test is presented on paper at a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office. This is a fundamental evaluation in the process of obtaining a driver’s license in the United States and its main intention is to demonstrate that the applicant has full knowledge of the traffic laws and signs that must be put into practice during his driving test, a road test where an assigned evaluator will verify the skills of the new driver .
According to the DMV, the number of questions that make up the written test does not It is universal, in fact it varies from state to state as it happens with the laws, procedures and procedures . However, it is normal for these evaluations to have more than each state, topics whose knowledge is essential to operate a car legally in the United States: traffic signs, traffic laws, emergency management, driving in school zones, handling adverse weather conditions and coexistence with pedestrians and cyclists.
The applicant passes this exam when they have passed the minimum required, which is a percentage which also varies according to the laws of each state and is often higher than 50% . In that sense, it is not enough to answer half the questions correctly, the effort must be greater. Hence, many new drivers fail this test at the first opportunity and must repeat it again to continue their application process.
For these reasons, the authorities recommend the applicant not only study the corresponding driver’s manual, but also take advantage of practice tests that the DMV offers with similar questions to those that appear in the actual test. These practice tests are free, although some companies offer some question packages that are also useful for practice, but can only be obtained for a fee.
When a new driver consistently fails the written test (some states offer three chances to pass), it is common for authorities to require that they start their license application process from scratch. Passing the written exam implies that the applicant is eligible to take the driving test, practical test or road test , the latest evaluation to obtain a driver’s license in the United States.
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