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Washington DMV practice test

Prepare for Washington’s driver knowledge exam with 40 original questions on traffic rules, signs, school buses, bicycles, work zones, and Washington licensing.

Washington knowledge-test formatWashington DOL says the knowledge test has 40 questions and requires 32 correct to pass. This independent practice quiz follows that question count and passing benchmark. It does not administer the official test.
New first-license requirement effective November 1, 2026First-time Washington driver license applicants under age 25 whose first license is issued on or after this date must also pass a free online work-zone and first-responder safety course. It is separate from this practice quiz and from the written knowledge test. Use the official DOL course link below.
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Washington driver knowledge practice

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Washington DOL describes a 40-question knowledge test and requires 32 correct to pass. This quiz is independent practice. Eligible first-time license applicants under 25 must also complete the separate DOL work-zone and first-responder course that took effect November 1, 2026.

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What to study for the Washington knowledge test

Washington DOL describes a 40-question knowledge test and requires at least 32 correct answers. The test covers Washington’s rules of the road. Read the current state Driver Guide, then use this quiz to review missed concepts. Testing fees and scheduling depend on the approved testing location.

Learn Washington’s roadside course requirement

Starting November 1, 2026, first-time applicants under 25 must pass the free online Work Zone and First Responder course to get a first Washington license. DOL says it takes about an hour and includes a test. Completing this website’s quiz does not satisfy that requirement.

Follow Washington’s GDL steps

For teen drivers, the DOL guide describes an instruction permit followed by an intermediate license. Applicants generally need six months with a permit and 40 hours of day plus 10 hours of night practice; additional driver-training and clean-record requirements apply. Check current DOL eligibility rules for your age and circumstances.

Stop correctly for school buses

On a two-lane road, traffic in both directions must stop for a school bus displaying flashing red lights and an extended stop arm. On multilane roads, the opposite-direction exception depends on at least three lanes or a median/barrier; traffic behind the bus must stop.

Share the road with people on bicycles

Washington says bicyclists may use the full lane. Leave at least three feet when following or passing, change lanes when possible, and do not pass a bicyclist just before a right turn.

Washington practice test FAQs

How many questions are on Washington’s knowledge test?+

Washington DOL lists 40 questions and requires 32 correct answers to pass. This site’s practice set mirrors that length and target using original questions.

Do first-time drivers under 25 need another course?

Yes, if their first Washington license is issued on or after November 1, 2026. DOL requires the free Work Zone and First Responder course in addition to any knowledge, skills, or driver-education requirements that apply.

Does this practice quiz count as the DOL safety course?

No. The course must be completed through the official Washington DOL online system and includes its own test.

Are these actual Washington test questions?

No. These are original study questions based on public DOL materials. They are not actual or confidential test questions.

Are Washington licensing rules changing again?

DOL says driver education will begin phasing in for 18-year-old first-time applicants starting January 1, 2027, with additional ages added in later years. Check the current DOL page before applying because the schedule and eligibility requirements may change.

Official Washington driver study resources

Read the Washington State Driver Guide (text-only) ↗Browse Washington DOL driver guides ↗Check which tests you need and the current passing score ↗Review learner-permit requirements ↗Complete the official Work Zone and First Responder course if required ↗
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USA Exam Practice is independent and is not affiliated with Washington State Department of Licensing. Washington questions last reviewed November 8, 2026.

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