Tennessee DMV Practice Test 3

Q: What topics does Tennessee DMV Practice Test 3 cover?

This test draws 10 questions from the Tennessee DMV handbook covering traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, safe driving practices, and speed limits. Questions are selected using a fixed seed so Practice Test 3 always presents the same set — making it easy to track your improvement over multiple attempts.

Q: Does this practice test work for Nashville and other Tennessee cities?

Yes — the TN DMV written knowledge test is the same statewide. Whether you're getting your license in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Clarksville, or anywhere else in Tennessee, this practice test covers exactly what the examiner will ask. Traffic laws and road rules are set at the state level, so there's no city-specific version of the test.

Q: Is there a time limit on the real Tennessee DMV written test?

Most states don't enforce a strict per-question time limit, though some offices set a total session window. Our practice tests are completely untimed so you can think through each question at your own pace. On the actual TN DMV test, most people finish well within any allotted time — knowing the material matters far more than speed.

Q: How long should I study for the Tennessee DMV written test?

Most people are ready after 4–7 days of focused preparation. A practical approach: skim the Tennessee DMV handbook once to get the structure, then take all 5 free practice tests to identify weak areas. Re-read the explanation for every question you miss, then retake the tests. Short daily sessions of 20–30 minutes tend to outperform a single long cram session.

Q: What practice test score means I'm ready for the real Tennessee DMV exam?

Aim for 85% or higher — not just once, but consistently across multiple tests. Scoring 85%+ on Test 1 alone isn't enough; hitting that mark across Tests 1 through 5 means you've covered a broad range of material and aren't relying on lucky guesses. At that point, you're in good shape to book your TN DMV appointment.

Question 1

To reduce the risk of hydroplaning in heavy rain, you should:

Accepted Answer

Decrease your speed.

Answer

Put your cruise control on to maintain a constant speed.

Answer

Move to the shoulder of the road as soon as it starts to rain.

Question 2

On a multilane road, a solid yellow line beside a dashed yellow line means:

Accepted Answer

Passing is permitted only from the direction next to the dashed line.

Answer

Passing is permitted from both directions.

Answer

Passing is prohibited from both directions.

Question 3

How can you reduce the chance of hydroplaning on a wet road?

Accepted Answer

Hydroplaning can begin at about 35 mph.

Answer

You may hydroplane at 45 mph.

Answer

Hydroplaning occurs only above 40 mph.

Question 4

During rainy weather, when should you be most cautious when turning or stopping?

Accepted Answer

During the first half hour of rain.

Answer

One half hour after it stops raining.

Answer

After it has been raining all day.

Question 5

When you approach a pedestrian using a white cane or a guide dog, you should:

Accepted Answer

Stop until the person is well away from your path.

Answer

Honk your horn as you proceed past them.

Answer

Carefully drive around them.

Question 6

When approaching a flashing red traffic light, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Come to a complete stop, check traffic, and go when safe.

Answer

Slow down and yield the right-of-way.

Answer

Slow down and drive carefully through the intersection.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a safe practice on the interstate?

Accepted Answer

Change lanes without signaling.

Answer

If you miss your exit, you must go to the next exit.

Answer

Slower traffic must keep to the right.

Question 8

What should you do as you near the crest of a hill?

Accepted Answer

Prepare to stop if necessary.

Answer

Speed up slightly.

Answer

Maintain a steady speed.

Question 9

What should you do when an oncoming car's headlights are blinding you at night?

Accepted Answer

Glance toward the right edge of your lane.

Answer

Stop until the other driver passes.

Answer

Look below their headlights.

Question 10

When the centerline is a broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line, what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Passing is permitted from the lane next to the broken yellow line.

Answer

Passing is permitted from the lane next to the solid yellow line.

Answer

Passing is not permitted from either direction.

Question 1 of 10

To reduce the risk of hydroplaning in heavy rain, you should:

About This Tennessee Practice Test

What topics does Tennessee DMV Practice Test 3 cover?

Does this practice test work for Nashville and other Tennessee cities?

Is there a time limit on the real Tennessee DMV written test?

How long should I study for the Tennessee DMV written test?

What practice test score means I'm ready for the real Tennessee DMV exam?