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The Top 10 DMV Questions Most People Get Wrong

August 12, 2025
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We analyzed thousands of practice tests to find the trickiest questions. Can you answer them correctly?

The DMV written test isn't just about common sense; it contains several "trick" questions that catch even experienced drivers off guard. Based on our analysis of over 100,000 practice test attempts, here are the top questions people consistently get wrong.

Why these are "Hard"

Most failures occur because candidates assume the "safest sounding" answer is correct, rather than the specific legal requirement described in the handbook.

The "Fail" List

1

You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:

2

When a school bus is stopped on the other side of a DIVIDED highway with a physical barrier, you must:

3

Hydroplaning is most likely to occur:

4

The 'Three-Second Rule' applies to the space _______ of your vehicle.

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