DMV Master · Free Cheat Sheet
Montana DMV — 2026
Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
MT
Updated: April 28, 2026
Test Format
33
Total questions
80%
Passing score
27/33
Min. correct
Multiple choice
Eligibility & Fees
| Permit age | 14.5 (with driver ed) / 15 (without) |
| License age | 15 (restricted) / 16 (full) |
| Permit fee | $5 |
| License fee | $40 (8-year) |
| Permit holding period | 6 months minimum |
| Supervised hours | 50 hours total (10 at night) |
⚠ Memorize this — Montana-specific
Open-range areas: livestock have right-of-way and drivers are liable for collision damages.
💡 Pro tip
Open-range and wildlife collision questions are unique to Montana — review the rural driving chapter.
Top 5 Questions to Know
-
1. In Montana's open-range areas, who is liable for damages if a vehicle collides with livestock on the road?
Answer: The driver — livestock have the right of way in open-range zones.
Montana maintains open-range laws in designated rural areas where livestock may roam freely onto public roads. In those areas, livestock have the right of way, and drivers who strike them are liable f...
-
2. When livestock are on the road ahead in a Montana open-range area, the safest action is to:
Answer: Slow down, stop if needed, and wait for the animals to move.
In Montana's open-range areas, livestock have right of way on the road. Slow down, stop if needed, and let the animals move at their own pace. Avoid honking (which can cause stampede or injury). Remem...
-
3. What does a LANE ENDS sign indicate?
Answer: Your lane will end ahead
A lane ends sign warns that your lane will end and you must merge safely.
-
4. 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.
-
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