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Michigan Permit Practice Test 2026

Michigan teens start with a Level 1 learner's license after Segment 1 of driver education. These practice questions cover Michigan's own rules first, from its graduated licensing levels to texting, child seat and drunk driving laws, then general US rules and road signs.

Read before you practiseStart with the Michigan Driver Study Guide: plain-language notes, diagrams and the numbers to remember.

  1. Question 1 of 25

    What is the minimum age for a Michigan Level 1 learner's license?
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    Answer: D. 14 years and 9 months

    Michigan's learner stage (Level 1) starts at 14 years and 9 months.

  2. Question 2 of 25

    What must a Michigan teen under 18 finish before getting a Level 1 learner's license?
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    Answer: D. Segment 1 of driver education

    Permit applicants under 18 must complete the first segment of driver education.

  3. Question 3 of 25

    How long must a Michigan teen hold a Level 1 learner's license before Level 2?
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    Answer: D. At least 6 months

    The learner stage lasts at least 6 months.

  4. Question 4 of 25

    How many hours of supervised driving must a Michigan teen complete before Level 2?
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    Answer: C. 50 hours, including 10 at night

    Michigan requires 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 at night.

  5. Question 5 of 25

    Of Michigan's 50 supervised hours, how many must be at night?
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    Answer: A. 10

    At least 10 of the 50 hours must be night driving.

  6. Question 6 of 25

    What is the minimum age for a Michigan Level 2 intermediate license?
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    Answer: A. 16

    The Level 2 intermediate license is available at 16.

  7. Question 7 of 25

    What must a Michigan teen under 18 complete before getting a Level 2 license?
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    Answer: A. Segment 2 of driver education

    License applicants under 18 must complete the second segment of driver education.

  8. Question 8 of 25

    Does a new Michigan driver who is 18 or older need driver education?
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    Answer: B. No, driver education is not required at 18 and older

    Michigan does not require driver education for applicants 18 and older.

  9. Question 9 of 25

    During which hours is driving restricted for a Michigan Level 2 driver?
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    Answer: B. 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

    Level 2 drivers have a nighttime restriction from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

  10. Question 10 of 25

    How many passengers under 21 may a Michigan Level 2 driver carry, not counting family members?
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    Answer: C. One

    Level 2 drivers may carry no more than one passenger under 21, with family members excepted.

  11. Question 11 of 25

    What is the minimum age for a Michigan Level 3 (full) license?
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    Answer: B. 17

    Full privileges in Michigan start at 17 at the earliest.

  12. Question 12 of 25

    How long must a Michigan driver hold a Level 2 license before Level 3?
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    Answer: C. At least 6 months

    Restrictions end after at least 6 months with a Level 2 license and reaching age 17.

  13. Question 13 of 25

    Which Michigan drivers are banned from texting while driving?
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    Answer: D. All drivers

    Texting while driving is banned for all drivers in Michigan, with primary enforcement.

  14. Question 14 of 25

    Which Michigan drivers face a special primary-enforced cell phone restriction?
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    Answer: C. Level 1 and Level 2 license holders

    Michigan has a primary-law cell phone restriction for drivers with a Level 1 or Level 2 license.

  15. Question 15 of 25

    Under Michigan law, a child must use a child restraint until what point?
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    Answer: A. Age 8 or 57 inches tall

    Children under 8 and under 57 inches tall must use a child restraint.

  16. Question 16 of 25

    Where must Michigan children under 4 ride, if the vehicle has a rear seat?
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    Answer: C. In the rear seat

    Children under 4 must ride in the rear seat if one is available.

  17. Question 17 of 25

    When may a Michigan child use an adult seat belt instead of a child restraint?
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    Answer: A. From age 8, or once the child is 57 inches tall

    An adult belt is allowed for ages 8 to 15, or for children 57 inches or taller.

  18. Question 18 of 25

    At what BAC does Michigan's high-BAC law increase impaired driving penalties?
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    Answer: C. 0.17%

    Michigan raises penalties for drivers with a BAC of 0.17% or more.

  19. Question 19 of 25

    When is an ignition interlock mandatory in Michigan?
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    Answer: D. For high-BAC (0.17%) and repeat convictions

    Ignition interlocks are mandatory for high-BAC (0.17%) convictions and repeat offenders.

  20. Question 20 of 25

    How long is Michigan's administrative license suspension for a first impaired driving offense?
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    Answer: C. 30 to 180 days

    A first offense brings an administrative suspension of 30 to 180 days.

  21. Question 21 of 25

    After how long may a Michigan driver with a first-offense suspension get limited driving privileges?
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    Answer: C. 45 days

    Limited driving privileges are available after 45 days of the suspension.

  22. Question 22 of 25

    What is the speed limit for cars on most Michigan rural interstates?
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    Answer: D. 70 mph (75 mph on select segments)

    Cars may go 70 mph on rural interstates, or 75 mph on select segments.

  23. Question 23 of 25

    What is the speed limit for trucks on Michigan rural interstates?
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    Answer: B. 65 mph

    Trucks are limited to 65 mph on rural interstates, lower than the 70 mph for cars.

  24. Question 24 of 25

    What is the speed limit for cars on Michigan urban interstates?
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    Answer: A. 70 mph

    Cars may travel up to 70 mph on Michigan urban interstates.

  25. Question 25 of 25

    Under Michigan law, may an adult driver hold a phone while driving?
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    Answer: A. No, Michigan bans handheld phone use while driving

    Michigan has a handheld phone ban for drivers, and texting is banned for everyone.

What to know before the test

  • Michigan's Level 1 learner's license starts at 14 years and 9 months, after Segment 1 of driver education.
  • Teens hold Level 1 for at least 6 months and log 50 supervised hours, including 10 at night.
  • Level 2 starts at 16, after Segment 2 of driver education for drivers under 18.
  • Level 2 drivers have a 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. restriction and may carry only one passenger under 21, not counting family.
  • Full privileges (Level 3) start at 17 at the earliest.
  • Michigan bans handheld phone use while driving, and texting is banned for all drivers.

Frequently asked questions

How old do you have to be to get a learner's license in Michigan?

14 years and 9 months, after you complete Segment 1 of driver education.

How many supervised hours does Michigan require?

50 hours, including 10 at night, during the Level 1 stage.

What are the Michigan Level 2 rules?

Driving is restricted from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., and you may carry no more than one passenger under 21, not counting family members.

When can you get a full license in Michigan?

At 17 at the earliest, after at least 6 months with a Level 2 license.

Do adults need driver education in Michigan?

No. Driver education is required only for applicants under 18.

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