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Rhode Island DMV Knowledge Exam

25

Total questions


Approx. 25-30 minutes

Exam Time

20

Passing Score 80% (You must get at least 20 out of 25 questions right)

$12.50

Exam Fee

Getting Your Limited Instructional Permit in RI: Your 4-Step Checklist

Step 1: Are You Eligible?

  • You must be at least 16 years old.
  • You must have completed a 33-hour driver education course.
  • You must pass a knowledge test.

Step 2: What ID Do I Need?

You'll need proof of identity (like a birth certificate), your Social Security card, and proof of residency.

Step 3: How Much Does the Test Cost?

The fee for the learner's permit is $12.50.

Step 4: Understanding the Test Format

The knowledge test has 25 multiple-choice questions. To pass, you must answer at least 20 questions correctly (80%).

What's the Easiest Way to Pass the RI Permit Test?

Reading the RI Driver's Manual is important, but active learning is proven to be more effective for retaining all the necessary rules and signs.

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Beyond the Permit: Your Complete Rhode Island Driver's Toolkit

Printable RI Cheatsheet (PDF)

Our free one-page PDF with the critical rules, GDL restrictions, and road signs you must memorize.

Limited Provisional License Guide

Learn the rules for the next stage of your license, including passenger and night driving restrictions.

Out-of-State License Transfer Guide

Moving to Rhode Island? Our step-by-step guide makes transferring your license simple.

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