Test Format

40

Total questions

80%

Passing score

32/40

Min. correct

Multiple choice

Eligibility & Fees

Permit age	15
License age	16 (provisional) / 18 (full)
Permit fee	$32
License fee	$25.25
Permit holding period	6 months minimum
Supervised hours	50 hours total (15 at night)

⚠ Memorize this — Minnesota-specific

MnPASS express lanes on I-394 / I-35W: HOV-2+, motorcycles, and buses ride free; solo drivers pay variable toll.

💡 Pro tip

Cold-weather driving (vehicle starting, ice, snow) is heavily tested. Brush up on the winter chapter.

Top 5 Questions to Know

1. 1. In Minnesota's MnPASS express lanes on I-394 and I-35W, who may ride for free?

   Answer: Vehicles with 2 or more occupants (HOV-2+), motorcycles, and transit buses.

   MnPASS express lanes allow solo drivers to pay a variable electronic toll, while HOV-2+ vehicles (2 or more occupants), motorcycles, and transit buses ride free. The lanes are separated from general-p...

2. 2. What does a NO PASSING ZONE pennant sign indicate?

   Answer: Do not pass other vehicles here

   A no passing zone sign warns that drivers must not pass in that area.

3. 3. What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY ENDS sign indicate?

   Answer: The divided highway is ending

   A Divided Highway Ends sign warns that opposing traffic will no longer be separated by a median.

4. 4. Which statement about sign shapes is NOT correct?

   Answer: A circle shape means a school crossing

   Circle-shaped signs warn of railroad crossings, not school crossings. A pentagon shape is commonly used for school zones or school crossings.

5. 5. What does this sign indicate?

   Answer: Come to a complete stop

   A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.

Top Reasons Drivers Fail the Road Test

• ✗ Rolling stops at stop signs
• ✗ Failing to check blind spots before lane changes
• ✗ Exceeding speed limit (even by 1–2 mph)
• ✗ Not signaling early enough before turns
• ✗ Improper lane changes