Montana Permit Test Practice
Montana lets teens start younger than almost anywhere else. Through a state-approved traffic education program, a 14½-year-old can get a learner license, and many students take the knowledge test through their traffic ed course rather than at the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), part of the Montana Department of Justice. Without traffic ed, the age is 16.
The knowledge test is commonly reported as 33 questions with 27 correct needed to pass. It covers signs, right-of-way, impaired driving and rural hazards like gravel roads, open range livestock and wildlife. After the permit, teens log 50 hours (10 at night) over at least 6 months. Practice free on DMV Permit Prep to make sure you're ready for test day.
- Questions
- 33
- To pass
- 27 correct · 82%
- Permit age
- 14½ (with traffic education)
- Practice
- 50 hours, 10 at night
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Montana permit test sample questions
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1. In the second 6 months of a Montana restricted license, how many non-family passengers under 18 may the teen carry?
2. How long do Montana's first-year restricted license rules last?
3. Which statement about right of way is true?
4. A solid white line between two lanes going the same direction means:
5. Driving at night with only your parking lights on is:
How to get your learner's permit in Montana
- 1Enroll in a state-approved traffic education program (age 14½+), or wait until 16.
- 2Complete the MVD online pre-application.
- 3Bring proof of identity, Social Security number, Montana residency and parent consent.
- 4Pass the vision test and the knowledge test through traffic ed or at an MVD exam station.
- 5Get your learner license and drive with a licensed adult.
- 6Log 50 hours (10 at night) and hold the permit 6 months violation-free before the restricted license.
During the first year of the restricted license teens can't drive 11 p.m.–5 a.m. and may carry one non-family passenger under 18 for 6 months, then three. Permit holding period: 6 months.
The Montana knowledge test
A multiple-choice knowledge test on the Montana Driver Manual, given at MVD exam stations or through approved traffic education programs, with a vision test.
Study tips for Montana
- Study open range and livestock rules: Montana drivers share rural roads with cattle and wildlife.
- Know the first-year restricted license passenger and curfew limits.
- Ask your traffic ed teacher whether the knowledge test is given in class.
CDL in Montana
Montana CDL applicants pass the MVD's general knowledge and endorsement tests to get a Commercial Learner's Permit, hold it at least 14 days, and complete Entry-Level Driver Training before the skills test.
Motorcycle in Montana
Montana riders add a motorcycle endorsement by passing the MVD motorcycle knowledge and skills tests; the state's Montana Motorcycle Rider Safety training course is the recommended way to prepare.
Montana permit test FAQ
How old do you have to be to get a permit in Montana?
You can get a Montana learner license at 14½ if you're enrolled in an approved traffic education program; otherwise the minimum is 16.
How many questions are on the Montana permit test?
The Montana knowledge test is commonly reported as 33 questions with 27 correct needed to pass; confirm with the MVD.
How long do you need to hold a learner license in Montana?
Teens hold it at least 6 months and log 50 supervised hours, 10 at night, before the first-year restricted license.
What happens if you break Montana's first-year rules?
A first violation of the restricted license rules can bring 20 to 60 hours of community service.
Official information: Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), Department of Justice . DMV Permit Prep is an independent study tool, not affiliated with the Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), Department of Justice.
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