Free Connecticut DMV Practice Permit Test - Practice Test 3 2026
This Practice Test 3 is modeled on the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) written knowledge exam, which has 25 questions; to pass you need 20 of 25 correct (80%). These 25 questions rotate through traffic laws, road signs, and right-of-way - the core topics the DMV tests most heavily. Every question includes an explanation, so you learn the rule behind each answer - not just whether you got it right.
A vehicle entering a roundabout (traffic circle) must:
What's on the Connecticut Practice Test 3
The real Connecticut knowledge test has 25 questions, and to pass you need 20 of 25 correct (80%). Practice Test 3 is a 25-question set drawn from 45 questions, scored against a practice target of 80%.
Topics in this test's question pool
- Road signs 16
- Traffic laws 12
- Safe driving 7
- Alcohol & drugs 3
- Emergencies 3
- Vehicle equipment 2
- Right of way 1
- Parking 1
45 questions in the pool, 2 of them written specifically for Connecticut. Each attempt shows 25 in a new order.
Sample questions from this test, with answers
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1. During months 7-12 of a Connecticut teen license, the only additional passengers allowed are:
- A. Members of the driver's immediate family (correct)
- B. Any classmates going to or from school
- C. Up to three friends of any age
- D. Anyone who is over 16 years old
Why: In the second six months, Connecticut allows the teen driver to also carry members of their immediate family.
Source: official Connecticut driver handbook, PDF p.10, Passenger Restrictions
2. What does this sign tell you?
- A. The speed you must drive at all times
- B. The maximum speed in ideal conditions (correct)
- C. The minimum speed allowed
- D. The average speed of traffic on this road
Why: This is a speed limit sign - a regulatory sign showing the maximum legal speed under ideal conditions. You must drive slower when weather or traffic conditions require it.
Source: Federal MUTCD 11th ed. (Dec 2023) 2B.21 Paragraph 13
3. Which of the following is NOT a legal reason to use your horn?
- A. To warn a driver drifting into your lane
- B. To express frustration at another driver (correct)
- C. To alert a child about to run into the road
- D. To warn others on a blind mountain curve
Why: Horns are safety devices used to warn others of danger. Using your horn out of frustration or anger is not a legal use and can be considered aggressive driving in many states.
4. On a freeway, a green sign with a number in a small square (such as 'EXIT 25') refers to:
- A. The posted speed limit on the exit ramp
- B. The exit number, often the mile marker (correct)
- C. The route number of the highway
- D. The distance to the next city in miles
Why: Exit number signs identify highway exits. In most states the exit number corresponds to the nearest mile marker, helping you judge distance to your exit.
5. A round (circular) sign indicates:
- A. A stop ahead
- B. A railroad crossing (correct)
- C. A speed limit change
- D. A one-way street
Why: A round, yellow sign with a black X and two R's warns of a railroad crossing ahead. The circular shape is used exclusively for railroad advance-warning signs.
Source: Federal MUTCD 11th ed. (Dec 2023) Section 2A.05 and Table 2A-1 (W10-1)
6. When should you use your high-beam headlights?
- A. In fog for maximum light
- B. On open roads with no vehicles close by (correct)
- C. Whenever it is dark, regardless of other traffic
- D. When following another car at night
Why: Use high beams on open roads when there is no oncoming traffic and no vehicle close ahead. Dim them within 500 feet of oncoming traffic and 200-300 feet when following. High beams reflect off fog, rain, and snow, reducing visibility.
More Connecticut facts, the full requirements table and the printable PDF are on the Connecticut permit practice test page.
Connecticut DMV Test Info
- Questions on real test
- 25
- Passing score
- 80%
- Correct needed
- 20 of 25 correct (80%)
- Minimum age
- 16 years old
- Testing agency
- Department of Motor Vehicles
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Study Tip
Don't just aim to pass this Connecticut Practice Test 3 once - keep taking it until you score 80% or higher two or three times in a row. Read the explanation after every question, even the ones you get right, to lock in the rule before your DMV exam.