Minnesota DVS Permit Test: 2026 Guide

The Minnesota Class D Knowledge Test has 40 questions, and you need 32 correct answers (80%) to pass. The test fee is $10. The questions are based on the Minnesota Driver's Manual. Try 10 free sample questions below, or take the full 40-question Minnesota practice test.

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Minnesota DVS Permit Test at a glance

Official name	Minnesota Class D Knowledge Test
Questions	40
Pass mark	32 of 40 correct (80%)
Test fee	$10
Time	Approx. 30-40 minutes
Minimum age	15
Official handbook	Minnesota Driver's Manual
Official page	Minnesota licensing office
Free practice test	40 questions with answers

Getting Your Learner's Permit in Minnesota: Your 4-Step Checklist

Step 1: Are You Eligible for a Permit?
- Applicants must be at least 15 years old.
- You must have completed 30 hours of classroom instruction and be enrolled in behind-the-wheel training.
- You must pass a vision screening.
Step 2: What ID Do I Need?

You need to present a primary and secondary document, such as a birth certificate and a Social Security card.
Step 3: How Much Does the Test Cost?

The fee for the knowledge test is $10. The permit fee is a separate cost.
Step 4: Understanding the Test Format

The knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions. To pass, you must answer at least 32 questions correctly (80%).
Step 5: Learner's Permit Rules & Restrictions
As a permit holder, you must follow these rules:
- Must be accompanied by a supervising driver age 21 or older.
- No using a cell phone while driving, including hands-free devices.

Free Minnesota practice questions

The first 10 questions of Minnesota Practice Test 1. The full practice test has 40 questions.

1. What does this hand signal indicate?
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Answer: a) Left turn.

A hand and arm extended straight out indicates a left turn.
2. How should you check for vehicles in your blind spots before changing lanes?
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Answer: a) Quickly turn your head to look.

Mirrors cannot see everything. You must turn your head to check blind spots before changing lanes.
3. Which lane should you enter when completing a right turn?
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Answer: b) The lane next to the curb.

A right turn should be completed in the lane closest to the curb.
4. What is the visibility requirement for making a U-turn near a hill or curve?
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Answer: c) 1,000 feet.

U-turns are illegal on curves or hills unless you can be seen by other drivers from at least 1,000 feet away.
5. New residents have how many days to register their vehicle in Minnesota?
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Answer: d) 60 days.

New residents must register their vehicle within 60 days.
6. What do double solid yellow lines indicate?
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Answer: c) Passing prohibited in both directions.

Double solid yellow lines mean no passing is allowed in either direction.
7. When driving in the right lane, what must you do for a transit bus merging from a stop?
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Answer: c) Yield to the bus.

Drivers in the right lane must yield to transit and metro mobility buses attempting to merge from a bus stop or shoulder.
8. When approaching a stop sign with a pedestrian crosswalk but no stop line, where should you stop?
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Answer: a) Before entering the crosswalk.

If there is a pedestrian crosswalk, you must stop before entering the crosswalk to ensure pedestrian safety.
9. When pulled over by law enforcement, where should you stop?
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Answer: c) On the right shoulder, or the left shoulder if closer on a multi-lane road.

You should pull over to the right shoulder as soon as it is safe to do so. If you are on a multi-lane road and the left shoulder is closer, you may move there if there is enough space to park the vehicle completely off the road.
10. What is a benefit of the zipper merge strategy?
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Answer: a) It reduces traffic backup length by up to 40%.

One of the benefits of the zipper merge is that it reduces the overall length of traffic backups by up to 40 percent.

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Minnesota DVS Permit Test: common questions

How many questions are on the Minnesota DVS Permit Test?

The Minnesota Class D Knowledge Test has 40 questions.

How many questions can you miss on the Minnesota DVS Permit Test?

You need 32 of 40 correct (80%), so you can miss up to 8 questions.

How much does the Minnesota DVS Permit Test cost?

The Minnesota test fee is $10. Fees change, so confirm the amount with the licensing office before you go.

How long does the Minnesota DVS Permit Test take?

Approx. 30-40 minutes.

How old do you have to be to take the Minnesota DVS Permit Test?

You must be at least 15.

What should I study for the Minnesota DVS Permit Test?

Study the Minnesota Driver's Manual; the test questions are based on it. Then check yourself with a practice test: FlashPath's free Minnesota Practice Test 1 has 40 questions with answers and explanations.

Is the FlashPath Minnesota practice test free?

Yes. Practice Test 1 (40 questions) is free on this site and in the app, with no sign-up. The app has 309 more Minnesota practice questions across Practice Tests 2 to 10; full access is a subscription.

What is the FlashPath Pass Guarantee?

If you have a paid FlashPath subscription and don't pass the Minnesota DVS Permit Test, your next month is free. Email us within 30 days of the test with your store order ID and your result.

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FlashPath (on the App Store as "DMV Permit Written Test 2026") is an iPhone and Android app for the Minnesota Class D Knowledge Test, rated 4.9 from 65 App Store ratings, with 336 Minnesota questions across 10 practice tests, an explanation for every answer, missed-question review, an exam simulator and a Pass Guarantee (another month free if you don't pass).