Test Format

30

Total questions

80%

Passing score

24/30

Min. correct

Multiple choice

Eligibility & Fees

Permit age	15
License age	16 (intermediate) / 16.5 (full with conditions)
Permit fee	$1
License fee	$24 (4-year)
Permit holding period	12 months minimum
Supervised hours	50 hours total (10 at night)

⚠ Memorize this — Mississippi-specific

Emma's Law: speeding fines doubled in school zones when children are present.

💡 Pro tip

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Top 5 Questions to Know

1. 1. Under Mississippi's "Emma's Law," fines for speeding in a school zone when children are present are:

   Answer: Doubled when children are present.

   Mississippi's "Emma's Law" doubles fines for speeding violations in a posted school zone when children are present, with additional penalties for repeat offenders. Posted school-zone speed limits are ...

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 LOW CLEARANCE sign indicate?

   Answer: Bridge height is limited ahead

   A Low Clearance sign warns tall vehicles that the space ahead may be too low.

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