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Rhode Island DMV Practice Test 2026

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Rhode Island DMV is administered by the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Providence. The official Rhode Island written knowledge exam has 40 questions, and drivers must answer 28 correctly (70%) to pass. Our practice tests match the exact format, topics, and difficulty of the real Rhode Island DMV test.

Rhode Island Specialty

What makes the Rhode Island DMV test unique?

State Specialty

Rhode Island's compact geography means the exam emphasizes rotary (roundabout) rules, coastal flooding, and bridge-approach protocols.

Rhode Island-Specific Law

Rhode Island prohibits all handheld phone use while driving — one of the strictest bans in New England.

Study Tip

Rotary yield rules appear on nearly every Rhode Island exam — know the "yield to the left" pattern.

Rhode Island Question Library

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287 indexed questions with full answers, explanations, and law citations.

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Sample Rhode Island practice questions

Real-format questions with the reasoning behind every answer.

1. A driver of any age can be charged with DUI with a BAC of ____ or more.

  • 0.05%
  • 0.08%
  • 0.10%

Explanation: In Rhode Island, a BAC of .08% or more is DUI at any age. For drivers 21+, a BAC over .05% can support a DWI conviction with other evidence.

2. A police report is required after a crash if someone is injured or property damage exceeds ____.

  • $500
  • $1,000
  • $2,000

Explanation: A police report is required when a crash injures someone, causes more than $1,000 in property damage, or involves hitting an unattended vehicle.

3. You want to warn a bicyclist ahead before you pass. How should you use your horn?

  • Tap it lightly while you are still well behind the rider
  • Give one long, loud blast as you come up beside the rider
  • Honk repeatedly until the rider moves onto the shoulder

Explanation: A loud horn blast close to a bicyclist can startle the rider and cause a fall. If you need to warn a bicyclist, tap the horn lightly and early, then slow down and pass with plenty of room.

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Rhode Island DMV Test FAQ

Answers to the questions Rhode Island test-takers ask most.

How many questions are on the Rhode Island DMV written test?
The Rhode Island DMV written (knowledge) exam contains 40 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 28 correctly (70%) to pass. The test is administered by the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
What makes Rhode Island's DMV test different?
Rhode Island's compact geography means the exam emphasizes rotary (roundabout) rules, coastal flooding, and bridge-approach protocols.
What's a Rhode Island-specific rule I should memorize?
Rhode Island prohibits all handheld phone use while driving — one of the strictest bans in New England.
Is the Rhode Island knowledge test available online?
No — the knowledge test is taken at a licensing office.
What is the legal BAC limit for drivers in Rhode Island?
BAC limits: .08% or more is DUI for any age; under 21 with BAC .02%-.08% is charged with Driving While Impaired (DWI); for drivers 21+, a BAC over .05% but under .08% can support a DWI conviction with other evidence
How far from a fire hydrant can you park in Rhode Island?
The 8-foot fire hydrant parking distance is unique to RI - nearly every other state uses 15 feet; a practice bank reusing the generic 15-foot answer would be wrong here

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