Driving
Wyoming WYDOT Permit Practice Test 2026
Practice for the written knowledge test you take at a WYDOT driver exam office for a Wyoming learner's permit. The questions cover Wyoming's permit types and intermediate rules, plus shared US road rules and road signs.
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Question 1 of 25
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Answer: B. 15
Wyoming's regular learner's permit starts at 15.
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Question 2 of 25
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Answer: C. A written knowledge test and a vision screening
Applicants take a written knowledge test and a vision screening when they apply.
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Question 3 of 25
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Answer: B. A person over 18 with a valid license for that class of vehicle
A person over 18 with a valid license at least equal to the vehicle's class must sit in the front passenger seat.
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Question 4 of 25
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Answer: C. One year, and it can be renewed
A learner's permit is valid for one year and can be renewed as many times as needed.
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Question 5 of 25
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Answer: A. At least 10 days
You must hold the learner's permit for at least 10 days.
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Question 6 of 25
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Answer: D. A parent or legal guardian
A parent or legal guardian must sign the application if you are under 18.
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Question 7 of 25
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Answer: A. To have your photo taken at a driver exam office
You can start online, but you must apply in person at a local driver exam office for a photo.
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Question 8 of 25
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Answer: A. Living more than 5 miles from school
Reasons include living more than 5 miles from school, a job of at least 10 hours a week more than 5 miles from home, or work in a parent's business.
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Question 9 of 25
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Answer: B. 60 days
A restricted hardship permit is valid for 60 days and must be held at least 10 days before applying for a restricted license.
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Question 10 of 25
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Answer: D. 5 a.m. to 8 p.m., within 50 miles of home
Hardship permit holders may drive from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. within a 50-mile radius of home, with a licensed adult.
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Question 11 of 25
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Answer: A. Driving outside the approved hours or area
A moving violation, driving outside approved hours or radius, or breaking license restrictions can lead to suspension.
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Question 12 of 25
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Answer: A. 16
You must be 16 for an intermediate permit.
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Question 13 of 25
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Answer: D. 50 hours, including 10 at night
Applicants need 50 actual driving hours, including 10 night hours, on a certification form.
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Question 14 of 25
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Answer: A. With Driver Services or through an approved driver education program
The skills test may be taken with Driver Services or through an approved driver education program.
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Question 15 of 25
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Answer: D. One
Intermediate drivers may carry no more than one passenger under 18 who is not immediate family.
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Question 16 of 25
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Answer: D. 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Intermediate drivers may drive from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. Other times need an approved exception.
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Question 17 of 25
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Answer: C. An exception form signed by the employer
Exceptions need a signed form in the vehicle: from a doctor for medical needs, an employer for work, or a parent for school, sports or religious activities.
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Question 18 of 25
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Answer: B. No
No exception form is needed in a medical emergency.
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Question 19 of 25
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Answer: C. When the front-seat passenger is 18 or older with a valid full license
The restrictions do not apply if the front-seat passenger is 18 or older and holds a valid full license.
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Question 20 of 25
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Answer: B. The driver and all passengers
Seat belts are required for the driver and all passengers.
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Question 21 of 25
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Answer: C. No
Anyone under 17 who has not completed a driver education course is not eligible for full privileges.
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Question 22 of 25
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Answer: B. After six months with driver education, or at 17
Hold the intermediate permit for six months and complete driver education, or wait until 17.
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Question 23 of 25
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Answer: B. All drivers
Wyoming bans texting while driving for all drivers. It is a primary law.
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Question 24 of 25
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Answer: D. Their current permit and proof of 50 driving hours
Bring your current permit, proof of 50 driving hours and the required REAL ID documents.
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Question 25 of 25
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Answer: C. At least 10 days
To get an intermediate permit, you must have held a learner's permit for at least 10 days.
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What to know before the test
- You take a written knowledge test and a vision screening when you apply for a learner's permit, in person at a driver exam office.
- The learner's permit is valid for one year and must be held at least 10 days. A licensed person over 18 must sit in the front passenger seat.
- At 16, the intermediate permit needs 50 certified driving hours, 10 at night, and a skills test.
- Intermediate drivers may drive from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. and carry only one non-family passenger under 18.
- Teens 14–15 with a hardship need can get a restricted permit to drive from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. within 50 miles of home.
- Wyoming bans texting while driving for all drivers.
Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to get a permit in Wyoming?
15 for a regular learner's permit. Teens 14 or 15 with a hardship need may qualify for a restricted permit.
How long do I have to hold my learner's permit in Wyoming?
At least 10 days before you can apply for the next stage.
What do I need for a Wyoming intermediate permit?
Be 16, hold a learner's permit at least 10 days, log 50 driving hours (10 at night) and pass a skills test.
What are the intermediate permit rules in Wyoming?
Drive from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. unless you carry a signed exception form, carry only one non-family passenger under 18, and everyone must wear a seat belt.
When can I get full driving privileges in Wyoming?
After six months on the intermediate permit with driver education, or at 17. Drivers under 17 without driver education are not eligible.