Oregon DMV Permit Test: 2026 Guide
The Oregon DMV Knowledge Test has 35 questions, and you need 28 correct answers (80%) to pass. The test fee is $28. The questions are based on the Oregon Driver Manual. Try 10 free sample questions below, or take the full 35-question Oregon practice test.
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Oregon DMV Permit Test at a glance
| Official name | Oregon DMV Knowledge Test |
|---|---|
| Questions | 35 |
| Pass mark | 28 of 35 correct (80%) |
| Test fee | $28 |
| Time | Approx. 30 minutes |
| Official handbook | Oregon Driver Manual |
| Free practice test | 35 questions with answers |
Getting Your Instruction Permit in Oregon: Your 4-Step Checklist
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Step 1: Are You Eligible?
- You must be at least 15 years old.
- You must pass both a vision and knowledge test.
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Step 2: What ID Do I Need?
You'll need proof of your full legal name, date of birth, identity, and residency. A passport, birth certificate, and utility bill are examples.
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Step 3: How Much Does the Test Cost?
The fee for the knowledge test is $5. The permit fee is a separate $23.
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Step 4: Understanding the Test Format
The knowledge test has 35 multiple-choice questions. To pass, you must answer at least 28 questions correctly (80%).
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Step 5: Instruction Permit Rules & Restrictions
As a permit holder, you must be accompanied by a licensed driver 21 or older. If you are under 18, additional restrictions on passengers and nighttime driving apply once you get your provisional license.
Free Oregon practice questions
The first 10 questions of Oregon Practice Test 1. The full practice test has 35 questions.
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1.
What does a 'Winding Road' sign indicate? Show answer
Answer: c) The road ahead has a series of turns or curves.
The 'Winding Road' sign warns drivers that the roadway ahead will have multiple curves or turns, requiring caution.
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2.
How does the arrow on a 'Sharp Turn' sign differ from a 'Curve' sign? Show answer
Answer: a) It has a sharp 90-degree angle.
The Sharp Turn sign has an arrow with a sharp corner, indicating a sharp turn, unlike the curved arrow of a Curve sign.
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3.
What does this sign indicate? Show answer
Answer: a) There is a curve ahead.
This sign indicates that there is a curve ahead.
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What type of intersection does the 'Side Road' sign indicate? Show answer
Answer: d) A 'T' intersection where traffic may enter from the side.
The Side Road sign warns that a 'T' intersection is ahead and traffic may enter from the left or right.
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5. What color are guide or information signs that show directions to cities?
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Answer: a) Green.
Guide or information signs are green.
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6. At a stop sign, for whom must you stop and stay stopped?
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Answer: b) For pedestrians crossing in marked or unmarked crosswalks.
You must yield to other vehicles and stop and stay stopped for pedestrians crossing in marked or unmarked crosswalks.
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7. What type of locations are indicated by brown traffic signs?
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Answer: b) Historic, cultural, and recreational locations.
Brown signs point to historic, cultural, and recreational locations such as scenic areas and parks.
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8. Can you turn right on a steady red light when entering a two-way road?
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Answer: c) Yes, after coming to a complete stop, unless prohibited.
You may turn right on red after a complete stop when entering a two-way road, unless prohibited.
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9.
What should you do when a steady circular yellow signal appears? Show answer
Answer: a) Stop before the intersection if you can do so safely.
A steady yellow signal warns it is about to turn red. Stop before entering if you can do so safely.
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10.
What is the purpose of Lane-Use Control signs? Show answer
Answer: c) To show where turns are required or permitted from specific lanes.
Lane-Use Control signs are used where turns are required or permitted from lanes as shown.
Oregon DMV Permit Test: common questions
How many questions are on the Oregon DMV Permit Test?
The Oregon DMV Knowledge Test has 35 questions.
How many questions can you miss on the Oregon DMV Permit Test?
You need 28 of 35 correct (80%), so you can miss up to 7 questions.
How much does the Oregon DMV Permit Test cost?
The Oregon test fee is $28. Fees change, so confirm the amount with the licensing office before you go.
How long does the Oregon DMV Permit Test take?
Approx. 30 minutes.
What should I study for the Oregon DMV Permit Test?
Study the Oregon Driver Manual; the test questions are based on it. Then check yourself with a practice test: FlashPath's free Oregon Practice Test 1 has 35 questions with answers and explanations.
Is the FlashPath Oregon practice test free?
Yes. Practice Test 1 (35 questions) is free on this site and in the app, with no sign-up. The app has 315 more Oregon 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 Oregon DMV Permit Test, your next month is free. Email us within 30 days of the test with your store order ID and your result.
Guarantee terms: FlashPath Pass Guarantee.
Oregon guides
Study for the test
Get your licence
- The Essential Oregon REAL ID Checklist: What to Bring to Your DMV Appointment
- New to Oregon? A Step-by-Step Guide to Exchanging Your Foreign License
- From Permit to Pavement: Your 2026 Step-by-Step Guide to an Oregon Driver's License
- Renewing Your Oregon Driver's License in 2026: Online and In-Person Guide
- Booking Your Oregon Driving Test: A 2026 Guide to Scheduling Your Appointment
Road test and rules
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