Michigan permit
practice test.
Free, with answers.
Original practice questions for the Michigan permit test, each with the answer and a short explanation. Read the Michigan driver handbook alongside them.
Test format from our records · confirm current rules with the Michigan DOS
In Michigan, you bump into a parked car with nobody inside and are unable to track down whoever owns it. What does the law require you to do?
Michigan law requires a driver who hits an unattended vehicle to stop and try to find the owner, and if that fails, to report the crash promptly to the nearest police officer or agency. A note on its own does not satisfy that duty, and you do not have to wait indefinitely for the owner.
Practice for Michigan
Questions on Michigan laws, licensing and road rules. Everyone in Michigan sees these sets. 447 practice questions: the Michigan sets, national lessons and road signs.
Michigan: Laws & Licensing
Licensing, alcohol, penalty and crash rules.
Michigan: Road Rules
Right-of-way, signs, speed and safe driving.
Michigan exam simulator
80 random questions from the Michigan practice pool, 70% to pass, with a full review at the end.
Driver handbook
The Michigan manual, with practice for each topic.
Motorcycle
232 motorcycle practice questions for Michigan.
Michigan CDL
National CDL practice by topic, based on the federal CDL manual.
National lessons and practice exam.
Traffic rules and road signs that apply in every state. Same sets for all learners.
- Sign Shapes, Colors and Rules20 questions
- Curve, Hill and Hazard Warnings18 questions
- Intersection, Merge and Lane Warnings21 questions
- Route, Guide and Service Signs13 questions
- Traffic Lights and Pavement Markings17 questions
- Who Goes First: Right-of-Way22 questions
- Turns, Turn Signals and Hand Signals17 questions
- Passing and Changing Lanes18 questions
- Choosing a Safe Speed15 questions
- Parking and Backing Up15 questions
- Scanning, Space and Communication20 questions
- Driving on Freeways13 questions
- Pedestrians, Children and School Buses21 questions
- Bicycles, Motorcycles and Trucks17 questions
- Railroad Crossings and Work Zones17 questions
- Night Driving and Bad Weather17 questions
- Staying Alert, Calm and Focused13 questions
- How Alcohol Affects Your Driving15 questions
- Drugs, DUI Laws and Chemical Tests14 questions
- Emergencies and Collisions17 questions
- Your License, Record and Penalties17 questions
- Road Sign Review23 questions
- Final Knowledge Exam35 questions
Steps to your permit.
- 01
Study the Michigan driver handbook
Read the manual next to our explanations, and reread the chapters behind the questions you miss.
Michigan driver handbook → - 02
Pass the exam simulator
Aim for 56 of 80 or better, several times in a row.
Open the simulator → - 03
Take the knowledge test
Bring the documents the Michigan DOS lists for a temporary permit. Fees and lists change, so check before you go.
- 04
Start supervised driving
Keep a record of your supervised practice hours.
Open the driving log →
Michigan permit test
FAQ.
How many questions are on the Michigan permit test?
The Michigan knowledge test has 80 multiple-choice questions, and you need 56 correct (70%) to pass. Requirements can change, so confirm with the Michigan DOS before test day.
How old do I have to be to get a learner's permit in Michigan?
In Michigan you can apply for a learner's permit from age 14¾. Check the Michigan DOS for current age, document and parental-consent rules.
Are these the real Michigan DOS questions?
No. These are original practice questions written by our team. State rules are checked against the Michigan driver handbook and Michigan law, and every answer comes with an explanation.
Is DMV Written Test a government service?
No. DMV Written Test is an independent practice resource and is not affiliated with the Michigan DOS or any other government agency.
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About these facts
Exam format and minimum age come from the data we have on file for Michigan and have not been re-checked against an official page. Confirm them with the Michigan DOS.
Fees and document lists change, so confirm them with the Michigan DOS.