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Nevada DMV Permit Practice Test 2026

Practice for the Class C knowledge test you take at the Nevada DMV to get an instruction permit. The questions are written from the Nevada Driver's Handbook and cover Nevada's licensing rules, plus shared US road rules and road signs.

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

  1. Question 1 of 25

    What is the minimum age for a Nevada Class C instruction permit?
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    Answer: C. 15½

    Nevada issues a Class C instruction permit at 15½ after you pass the vision and knowledge tests.

  2. Question 2 of 25

    Who may supervise a Nevada instruction permit holder?
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    Answer: C. A licensed driver 21 or older with at least one year of experience, seated beside you

    The supervising driver must be at least 21, have at least one year of licensed driving experience, and sit in the seat beside you.

  3. Question 3 of 25

    How long is a Nevada instruction permit valid?
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    Answer: D. One year

    A Nevada instruction permit is valid for one year. Carry it whenever you drive.

  4. Question 4 of 25

    If you are under 18, how long must you hold a Nevada instruction permit before applying for a license?
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    Answer: B. At least six months

    Drivers under 18 must hold the permit for at least six months.

  5. Question 5 of 25

    A Nevada teen lives within 30 miles of a DMV-approved driving school. How many supervised hours must they log?
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    Answer: C. 50 hours, including 10 at night

    Teens near an approved school need 50 hours of supervised driving, 10 of them at night, plus driver education.

  6. Question 6 of 25

    A Nevada teen has no DMV-approved driving school within 30 miles and no internet access. How many supervised hours are required instead?
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    Answer: C. 100 hours, including 10 in the dark

    Without access to driver education, the requirement rises to 100 hours of supervised driving, 10 in the dark.

  7. Question 7 of 25

    What form do Nevada teens use to record their supervised driving hours?
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    Answer: D. The Beginning Driver Experience Log (DMV form DLD-130)

    Hours are recorded on the official Beginning Driver Experience Log, form DLD-130, in blue or black ink, before the drive test.

  8. Question 8 of 25

    Before a Nevada minor can get a license, how long must they go without at-fault crashes, moving violations or alcohol or drug convictions?
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    Answer: C. Six months

    A minor must have six months with no at-fault crashes, moving violation convictions, or alcohol or drug convictions.

  9. Question 9 of 25

    Nevada drivers under 18 may not drive during which hours, unless going to or from a scheduled event?
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    Answer: C. 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

    The curfew is 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., and it lasts until the driver turns 18.

  10. Question 10 of 25

    For the first six months, a new 16- or 17-year-old Nevada driver may carry which passengers under 18?
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    Answer: C. Only immediate family members

    For the first six months, new drivers aged 16 and 17 may not carry passengers under 18 unless they are immediate family.

  11. Question 11 of 25

    A Nevada driver under 21 tests at a BAC of 0.02% but under 0.08%. What happens?
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    Answer: A. The license is revoked for 185 days

    Nevada revokes the license of a driver under 21 for 185 days for a BAC of at least 0.02% but less than 0.08%.

  12. Question 12 of 25

    What is Nevada's rule on holding a cell phone while driving?
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    Answer: B. Drivers may not hold a phone to talk or text; hands-free use is allowed

    Nevada bans hand-held phone use and texting for all drivers. It is a primary law, so police can stop you for it alone.

  13. Question 13 of 25

    What happens if you use a cell phone during a Nevada drive (skills) test?
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    Answer: D. You automatically fail

    Using a cell phone during the skills test is an automatic failure.

  14. Question 14 of 25

    Under Nevada law, who must wear a seat belt?
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    Answer: C. The driver and all passengers age 6 and older

    The driver and passengers age six and older must wear seat belts if the vehicle has them. Younger children use a child restraint.

  15. Question 15 of 25

    Which children must ride in an approved child restraint in Nevada?
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    Answer: B. Children under 6 years old or under 57 inches tall

    Children under six or shorter than 57 inches must be in an approved child restraint system.

  16. Question 16 of 25

    How must a Nevada child under 2 ride?
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    Answer: B. Rear-facing in the back seat

    Children under two must ride rear-facing in the back seat.

  17. Question 17 of 25

    When does a Nevada school zone speed limit (15 or 25 mph) apply, unless posted otherwise?
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    Answer: D. On school days, from half an hour before school to half an hour after

    School zone limits apply on school days from 30 minutes before school starts until 30 minutes after it ends, unless signs say otherwise.

  18. Question 18 of 25

    What is the rule about U-turns in a Nevada school zone?
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    Answer: A. They are not allowed during school hours, with some exceptions

    Nevada prohibits U-turns in school zones during school hours, with limited exceptions.

  19. Question 19 of 25

    How close to the nearest rail of a railroad crossing may you park in Nevada?
    RAILROADCROSSING
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    Answer: D. No closer than 50 feet

    Never park within 50 feet of the nearest rail. When a train is coming, stop at least 15 feet from the tracks.

  20. Question 20 of 25

    How many people must be in a vehicle to use a Nevada carpool (HOV) lane?
    HOV 2+ONLY
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    Answer: C. Two or more

    Nevada HOV lanes require two or more people per vehicle. Motorcycles may also use them.

  21. Question 21 of 25

    How far may you drive in a Nevada center turn lane before making a left turn?
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    Answer: C. No more than 200 feet

    Enter the center turn lane no more than 200 feet before your left turn. After turning into it from a side road, use no more than 50 feet before merging.

  22. Question 22 of 25

    You just moved to Nevada. How soon must you apply for a Nevada driver license?
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    Answer: C. Within 30 days of becoming a resident

    New residents must apply for a Nevada license within 30 days of becoming residents.

  23. Question 23 of 25

    How soon must you tell the Nevada DMV about a change of name or address?
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    Answer: C. Within 30 days

    Name and address changes must be reported within 30 days.

  24. Question 24 of 25

    Which help is available if you have trouble reading the Nevada knowledge test?
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    Answer: C. An oral test

    Nevada offers an oral exam if you have trouble reading the written test. The Class C test is also offered in Spanish.

  25. Question 25 of 25

    In Nevada, a child aged 7 or younger may not be left alone in a vehicle unless someone of what minimum age is watching them?
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    Answer: A. 12

    Never leave a child aged 7 or younger unattended in unsafe conditions unless someone at least 12 years old is supervising.

What to know before the test

  • You can get a Class C instruction permit at 15½ after passing a vision test and the knowledge test. A parent or guardian must authorize it if you are under 18.
  • The knowledge test is taken on automated equipment or on paper. The Class C test is offered in Spanish, and an oral test is available if you have trouble reading.
  • Your supervising driver must be 21 or older, have one year of licensed experience, and sit beside you.
  • Teens must hold the permit six months and log 50 supervised hours (10 at night), or 100 hours if no approved driving school is within 30 miles.
  • Drivers under 18 may not drive from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. unless going to or from a scheduled event.
  • Nevada bans hand-held phone use and texting for all drivers.

Frequently asked questions

How old do you have to be to get a permit in Nevada?

15½. You must pass a vision test and the knowledge test, and a parent or guardian must authorize the permit.

Is the Nevada permit test available in Spanish?

Yes. The Basic Class C test is offered in Spanish, and an oral test is available if you have trouble reading.

How many supervised hours do I need in Nevada?

50 hours, including 10 at night, logged on form DLD-130. If no DMV-approved driving school is within 30 miles, the requirement is 100 hours.

What is the curfew for Nevada drivers under 18?

No driving from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. unless you are going to or from a scheduled event. It lasts until you turn 18.

Can I use my phone while driving in Nevada?

Only hands-free. Holding a phone to talk or text while driving is illegal for all drivers.

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