In Massachusetts, who may supervise a learner's permit holder behind the wheel?

A licensed driver 21+ with at least 1 year of experience, in the front seat

Motorcycles are often hard to see. You should:

Look twice before turning or changing lanes

Massachusetts Permit Test Practice

In Massachusetts the learner's permit comes from the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV), and you can apply at 16. One thing that makes the Bay State different: after your Service Center visit, where the RMV checks your documents, gives the vision test and takes your photo, you can take the permit exam online at home within 60 days, using a computer with a working camera.

The exam is 25 questions and you need 18 correct to pass. It's drawn from the Massachusetts Driver's Manual, so expect questions on rotaries, the Junior Operator License (JOL) rules and Massachusetts' strict hands-free law. Teens then need driver's ed, a parent class and 40 hours of supervised driving before the road test. Practice free on DMV Permit Prep before you log in for the real thing.

Questions: 25
To pass: 18 correct · 72%
Permit age: 16
Practice: 40 hours (30 with an approved driver skills program)

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Massachusetts permit test sample questions

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1. In Massachusetts, a Junior Operator may not drive between what hours unless a parent or guardian is with them?
2. In Massachusetts, a learner's permit holder under 18 may not drive between midnight and 5 a.m. unless with:
3. In Massachusetts, who may supervise a learner's permit holder behind the wheel?
4. How many questions are on the Massachusetts learner's permit test, and how many must you get right?
5. Motorcycles are often hard to see. You should:

How to get your learner's permit in Massachusetts

1Book an RMV Service Center appointment and fill out the learner's permit application.
2Bring proof of identity, date of birth, Social Security number and Massachusetts residency; parent signature if under 18.
3At the Service Center, pass the vision test and have your photo taken.
4Take the 25-question permit exam in person or online at home within 60 days.
5Pay the permit fee and receive your learner's permit.
6Under 18: finish 30 hours of driver ed class, 12 hours behind the wheel, 6 observation hours and the 2-hour parent class, plus 40 supervised hours.

For the first 6 months, junior operators (16½–18) can't carry passengers under 18 other than family without a licensed adult 21+, and they face a late-night driving ban. Permit holding period: 6 months (under 18). Fee: $30.

The Massachusetts knowledge test

A 25-question exam taken at an RMV Service Center or online at home within 60 days of your Service Center visit (computer with camera required; no phones or tablets).

Study tips for Massachusetts

Study rotary rules: yield to traffic already in the rotary, a classic Massachusetts question.
Learn JOL restrictions and penalties, including the passenger rule and late-night limit.
If testing online, check your camera and browser before your session so you don't lose your attempt.

CDL in Massachusetts

Massachusetts CDL applicants pass the RMV's CDL knowledge tests to get a Commercial Learner's Permit, hold it at least 14 days, and must complete federal Entry-Level Driver Training before the skills test.

Motorcycle in Massachusetts

Massachusetts motorcycle learner's permits require passing a motorcycle knowledge test (from age 16); permit holders ride only in daylight with no passengers, and completing a Massachusetts Rider Education Program course can waive the road test.

Massachusetts permit test FAQ

Can I take the Massachusetts permit test online?

Yes. After visiting an RMV Service Center for identity checks, vision test and photo, you can take the permit exam online within 60 days on a computer with a camera.

How many questions are on the Massachusetts permit test?

The test has 25 multiple-choice questions, and you need 18 correct to pass.

How old do you have to be to get a permit in Massachusetts?

You must be at least 16 to apply for a Massachusetts learner's permit.

How many driving hours do Massachusetts teens need?

Teens need 40 hours of supervised driving (30 if they complete an approved driver skills program), on top of driver's ed.

Official information: Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) . DMV Permit Prep is an independent study tool, not affiliated with the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV).

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