An ice cream truck is stopped in a neighborhood. You should:

Slow down and watch for children darting into the street

A large truck is backing up into a loading area. You should:

Never pass behind it — wait or go around well ahead

It's best to use high-beam headlights:

On open roads with no vehicles close ahead or coming toward you

Nevada Permit Test Practice

The Nevada DMV made the permit test easier to schedule: you can take the 25-question knowledge test online through KnowToDrive Nevada, and your results go straight to the DMV, or take it in person at a DMV office. Either way, you need 80% (20 correct) to pass, based on the Nevada Driver's Handbook.

Teens can apply for an instruction permit at 15½, and applicants 14 through 17 must bring a Certification of Attendance from their school. Your supervising driver has to be at least 21 with a year of licensed driving and sit up front. Before the license, teens need 50 hours of practice (10 at night) and a 6-month wait. Practice free on DMV Permit Prep so you pass on your first try.

Questions: 25
To pass: 20 correct · 80%
Permit age: 15½
Practice: 50 hours, 10 at night

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Nevada permit test sample questions

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1. How long must a Nevada teen hold an instruction permit before applying for a driver's license?
2. How long is a Nevada instruction permit valid?
3. An ice cream truck is stopped in a neighborhood. You should:
4. A large truck is backing up into a loading area. You should:
5. It's best to use high-beam headlights:

How to get your learner's permit in Nevada

1Get a Certification of Attendance (DMV 301) from your school if you're 14–17.
2Study the Nevada Driver's Handbook.
3Take the 25-question knowledge test online via KnowToDrive Nevada or at a DMV office.
4Visit the DMV with proof of identity, Social Security number and Nevada residency, plus a parent's signature.
5Pass the vision test, pay the fee and get your instruction permit.
6Log 50 hours (10 at night) and hold the permit 6 months before the road test.

Teens also need driver education (or extra practice hours where no course is available) and face passenger limits for the first 6 months of their license. Permit holding period: 6 months.

The Nevada knowledge test

A 25-question test taken online through KnowToDrive Nevada or in person at a DMV office, plus a vision test.

Study tips for Nevada

If testing online, set up KnowToDrive Nevada early and have a parent ready if you're a minor.
Study Nevada's DUI and implied-consent rules, a frequent test topic.
Know the supervising driver rule: 21+, one year licensed, seated beside you.

CDL in Nevada

Nevada CDL applicants pass DMV general knowledge and endorsement tests for a Commercial Learner's Permit, hold it at least 14 days, and complete Entry-Level Driver Training before the skills test.

Motorcycle in Nevada

Nevada motorcycle instruction permits start at 15½; riders under 18 must hold it 6 months and log 50 hours, and completing a Nevada Rider safety course waives the DMV knowledge and skills tests.

Nevada permit test FAQ

Can I take the Nevada permit test online?

Yes. Nevada offers the knowledge test online through KnowToDrive Nevada, and results are sent to the DMV automatically.

How many questions are on the Nevada permit test?

The Nevada knowledge test has 25 multiple-choice questions and requires 80% (20 correct) to pass.

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

You must be at least 15½ to apply for a Nevada instruction permit.

How many driving hours does Nevada require?

Teens need at least 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 at night, before the license.

Official information: Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles . DMV Permit Prep is an independent study tool, not affiliated with the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles.

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