This article has 100 questions. This driving theory test is for repetition only. Preparation is key. Candidates who answer the following questions are more likely to pass than those who do not.
The practice questions are not used in the actual test, but are based on the same topics as the test and are almost exactly the same as the official LTO test.
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1. Traffic jams can be avoided if:
answers: Keep opposite lanes open.
2. When making a right turn, you must:
answers: Stay in the outside lane of the road and signal your intention to turn right at least 30 meters before you intend to turn.
3. When you intend to turn right or left. At a minimum, state your intent:
answers: 25 meters before wanting to turn.
4. Turn left at a traffic light only if:
answers: The green light is on and there is a left turn signal.
5. Bribery and corruption in the traffic monitoring system can be eliminated by:
answers: Self-discipline of the driver and compliance with traffic rules and regulations.
6. On a four (4) lane highway with a single white line, you may:
answers: Overtake by crossing the solid white line.
7. A solid double yellow line with a broken white line in the middle means:
answers: Absolutely no overtaking.
8. When turning, you must:
answers: Be aware of traffic behind you and signal your intentions with a left turn signal.
9. Characters that are triangular with a red border are called:
answers: Caution or warning sign.
10. Characters that are round, inverted triangular, or octagonal and have a red border are called:
answers: regulatory signal.
11. Round and rectangular signs with a white and blue background are called:
answers: information signals.
12. Simple with a dashed line on a dual carriageway means:
answers: Separates traffic in opposite directions.
13. What to do when you approach a crosswalk or a pedestrian zone?
answers: Stop and avoid pedestrians.
14. Driving an unregistered motor vehicle is an offense punishable by:
answers: Fine of Php 10,000.
15. Is it considered a parking violation?
answers: Parking within 5 meters of a signalized intersection.
16. A green light at an intersection means:
answers: Pedestrians may not cross pedestrian sidewalks.
17. Solid red at an intersection means:
answers: Stop at the marked line.
18. Flashing yellow light means:
answers: Drive carefully through the intersection.
19. The penalty for driving a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol for the first offense:
answers: The non-professional driver's license will be withdrawn and suspended for twelve (12) months after a final conviction by a court of law.
20. If the driver of a PUV refuses to perform the service or transport passengers, said infraction will be penalized with:
answers: Fine of Php 1,000.
21. If the driver uses a motor vehicle to commit an offense and is convicted, his driving license must:
answers: Revoke and pay a fine.
22. The minimum distance to the following vehicle is:
answers: 1 car length.
23. When do you come to a total/complete stop?
answers: At a red light.
24. On the highway, overtaking is only allowed on:
answers: Left Lane.
25. Parking is considered an administrative offense if a motor vehicle:
Answer: Park at the entrance and exit of the hospital and the fire department.
26. Parking is prohibited:
answers: Inside an intersection.
27. If the traffic light is solid green and the left/right arrow is solid:
answers: Vehicles can go straight or vehicles on the right/left side can turn left/right.
28. What is the maximum penalty for driving under the influence of alcohol or prohibited drugs?
answers: License revocation.
29. If a driver is found to have a counterfeit or counterfeit driver's license, their driver's license must:
answers: Confiscated and unable to obtain a driver's license for six (6) months along with a fine.
30. On a wet road you must:
answers: Slower.
31. If you are driving at full speed and have to stop suddenly, you should:
answers: Brake smoothly with even pressure.
32. If another vehicle follows too closely, you must:
answers: Slow down gradually and signal for him to catch up.
33. The driver of the following vehicle should always practice the "buddy distance" or the 3 second rule to avoid:
answers: rear-end collisions.
34. When parking uphill without a curb, spin the wheels:
answers: Towards the edge of the road.
35. When parking downhill you must:
answers: Turn your wheels toward the curb.
36. When parking uphill you must:
answers: Move the wheels away from the curb.
37. When you move suddenly, especially on a wet and possibly slippery road, the following actions can cause you to skid and lose control:
answers: Inadequate braking.
38. Whenever you drive, especially when overtaking:
answers: Never pass another vehicle from a close position.
39. When driving on a highway, instead of staring at the vehicle in front of you, you should:
answers: Extend your scanning distance to about 12 seconds beyond the front of your vehicle.
40. If you drive on mountain roads during the day, you must:
answers: Sound the horn when approaching a blind corner.
41. When going downhill on a mountain road, always:
answers: Shift to a low gear for engine braking to help you control your speed.
42. Headlights must be used as often as necessary to:
answers: Communicate your intentions to drivers around you.
43. Which vehicle has the right-of-way at an intersection when two (2) vehicles arrive at the same time?
answers: vehicle on the right.
44. When taking a curve on a freeway at a relatively high speed, you should:
answers: Further reduce your speed when entering the corner.
45. If you plan to pass a slower vehicle in front of you at night, you must:
answers: Move your dimmer and switch two or three times to indicate your intention to the driver of the vehicle that you wish to pass.
46. You are driving on a highway. An oncoming vehicle decides to pass. Judging by his speed and distance, he won't make it and he's on a head-on collision course with you, what are you going to do?
answers: Immediately reduce your speed and stay on the right shoulder.
47. Driving in heavy rain can be extremely dangerous as visibility is reduced. To do?
answers: If you cannot see more than 20 meters ahead, turn on your hazard lights or headlights and find a safe place to park.
48. A flashing red signal means:
answers: You should stop and continue only if it is safe to do so.
49. You must maintain your speed when driving at night:
answers: The distance you can see before coming to a complete stop, within the distance your headlights can illuminate.
50. One that affects your visibility?
answers: Defective or dirty headlights.
51. If you drive at night you must:
answers: Always turn on your headlights.
52. Being passed is a normal part of driving and should not be taken as an insult to one's ability. They should:
answers: Slow down and make it easier to stop.
53. When an oncoming vehicle intentionally crosses the center line to pass another vehicle, it must:
answers: Be alert and be ready to slow down or stop if necessary.
54. When an oncoming vehicle crosses the center line on a straight road, it must:
answers: Slow down and keep to the right.
55. When an oncoming vehicle is forced to cross the center line to avoid colliding with another vehicle that has swerved suddenly out of its lane, only:
answers: Be alert and prepare to slow down and dodge.
56. When an oncoming vehicle crosses the center line when making a left turn, the driver must:
answers: Wait for oncoming traffic to stop.
57. If you are approaching a flooded area and need to cross it, what should you do?
answers: Advance at very slow speed.
58. A single solid yellow or white line means:
answers: Overtaking/passing is not allowed.
59. Which vehicle has the right-of-way when two vehicles approach at the same time or enter an intersection?
answers: The vehicle on the right.
60. To avoid a collision at an intersection, a driver must:
answers: Know and apply the right of way rules and the correct procedure when crossing an intersection.
61. Overtaking/overtaking is allowed:
answers: On a highway with two or more lanes.
62. A driver on a freeway must yield the right-of-way to:
answers: Police/fire and ambulance when these vehicles are on duty.
63. A driver on a freeway must yield the right-of-way to:
answers: Pedestrians crossing a crosswalk.
64. This traffic sign warns you about nearby school-age children:
answers: Funfeck.
65. The driver of a vehicle approaching a yield sign at an intersection must:
answers: Slow down and yield to all vehicles in the intersection.
66. A flashing red light means:
answers: Alto.
67. When the vehicle you are driving goes off the road or hits a utility pole or parked car, the most likely reason is:
answers: You are accelerating and have lost control of your vehicle.
68. When you have to stop at a traffic light:
answers: Stop in front of and close to the stop line.
69. The traffic sign means "Give way"
answers: Inverted triangle.
70. The sign warns of imminent danger:
answers: Diamante.
71. This traffic sign indicates direction and distances:
answers: Horizontal rectangle.
72. The signaling of a level crossing:
answers: Kreuzbock.
73. Children must be restrained in an approved child restraint system when:
answers: 6 years and under.
74. Seat belts must be used by children of:
answers: 7 years and older.
75. The correct hand signal to turn left is:
answers: Left arm straight in a horizontal position.
76. Using the shoulder of the road to overtake the car in front on the right is;
answers: Against the law.
77. The Temporary Driving Permit (TOP) entitles the apprehended driver to drive a motor vehicle for a period not exceeding:
answers: 72 hours.
78. A red flag or red light must be displayed on any charge that extends over:
answers: One meter behind the vehicle.
79. When a vehicle skids, what should you do:
answers: Slow down, ease off the accelerator and turn the wheels in the skid direction.
80. To obtain a driver's license, you must at least:
answers: 17 years old.
81. When parking uphill without a curb, turn the wheels in the direction:
answers: roadside.
82. When parking downhill, always turn the wheels toward:
answers: roadside.
83. In the interests of safety, every driver is required to do more than is required by law. When in doubt at an intersection, you should: (Intersection Safety Rule):
answers: Lead on the right path.
84. When a driver enters a curve too quickly, they should:
answers: You must not apply the brakes.
85. The level crossing is marked with a Kreuzbock sign and usually with warning lights. These signs mean the driver must stop, slow down, and proceed as directed. If a complete stop is required, stop in at least the following lane:
answers: 5 metros
86. Never park or stop with a fire hydrant on the edge of the road:
answers: 5 metros
87. A driver _____ parks or stops on the curb less than 20 feet from a crosswalk, as this will reduce the visibility of pedestrians for drivers.
answers: should not.
88. A driver must park inside the curb by putting the car in low gear and applying the parking brake for at least:
answers: 30 centimeters
89. When parking uphill with a curb, turn the wheels toward:
answers: center of the street.
90. In bad conditions, the 2 second rule should be increased to:
answers: 4 seconds.
91. How close does another car have to be before it dims its headlights?
answers: 150 metros
92. The effects of drinking while driving are as follows, except:
answers: Coordination of body movements and self-assessment.
93. If another car enters the intersection at the same time as you and is on your right, you must: (steer at the same time)
answers: yield.
94. When the driver makes a left turn, he must: (Left U-Turn Rule)
answers: Performance for oncoming vehicles.
95. When a driver overtakes a blind person, he must:
answers: You shouldn't sound your horn.
96. When driving on a sidewalk that ends in front of you, what would you do first to merge without disturbing other traffic?
answers: Change lanes to the left.
97. A solid red cross means:
answers: It is not allowed to drive in this lane.
98. What to do first when changing lanes?
answers: signage.
99. Some drivers honk constantly, especially when in a hurry, which is a violation. When is such a situation permissible?
answers: When this is done as a warning to avoid an accident.
100. Speed limit signs along roadways should be considered as follows:
answers: The recommended speed under the best conditions.
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FAQs
What is the passing score for LTO exam 2022? ›
50% or at least 13 correct answers out of 25 questions.
What happens if you fail LTO CDE exam? ›A CDE certificate will be issued once drivers passed the exam. After obtaining a certificate, it must be presented to LTO Licensing Renewal Official to process the renewal application. According to the LTO, those who will fail the CDE exam may retake it until they finally pass the exam and obtain a certificate.
What happens if you fail LTO online exam? ›A driver's license applicant can retake the LTO exam one month after failing either or both written and actual driving tests. If you fail on the second attempt, you'll have to wait for one year to be able to reapply.
How many questions are on the LTO exam? ›How many questions are in the LTO Exam? There are at least 40 questions for non-professional driving license and 60 questions for professional driving license exam.
How many times can you take LTO online exam? ›Presently, the passing score is at least 52 percent or 13 correct answers out of 25 questions, with no time limit nor maximum number of re-takes. Fixers or proxies generally charge P500 per licensee.
What to do if you fail driving test? ›- Listen to The Reasons Why. All those who have previously failed their driving test go through the same moment. ...
- Tell Your Instructor. Communication with your driving instructor is hugely important after failing your driving test. ...
- Identify & Discuss. ...
- Rebook the Test.
There is no time limit either. Best part? You can keep retaking the exam until you get the cert. Once you've passed the exam, the CDE Certificate will be sent to the email you used to register your LTMS account.
Can driving examiners fail you? ›If you are up to driving test standard you will pass. It's not meant to be easy, and the fact is that over 50% of candidates are just not up to the standard required. Driving examiners don't fail you: you fail yourself. Myth: Driving examiners enjoy failing learner drivers.
What is the passing score of 60 in LTO exam? ›What is the passing score in LTO exam? The passing score for non-professional driver exam is 30 out of 40; while for professional driver exam it is 45 out of 60.
How can I increase my chances of passing my driving test? ›- Find the right instructor for you. ...
- Always look for learning opportunities. ...
- 'Show me, Tell me' questions. ...
- Driving test routes. ...
- Practice, practice and practice some more. ...
- Revisit your theory. ...
- Mock theory test. ...
- Stay calm and don't panic.
How many fails Are you allowed in driving test? ›
Put simply, to pass your Practical Driving Test, you must have 15 or less Driving Test faults and no serious or dangerous faults. If you need more information about what to expect in the day of your test, read our blog on the subject.
How do I pass my driving test 2022? ›- Anticipate and plan well ahead.
- Avoid the common driving test mistakes.
- Answer the show me question carefully.
- Don't worry if you make a mistake.
- Don't panic if you take the wrong turn.
- Ask your examiner to repeat the instruction.
- Use the MSM routine.
- Drive Defensively.
If you fail on your second try, you can retake again but you have to wait for a year. And when you fail on the third time, you have to wait for two years to be able to re-apply.
How long is the LTO online exam valid? ›A driver can get a 10-year validity if no violation has been recorded in the LTO point registry.
What is the pass percentage for driving test? ›Every year, around 1.6 million nervous Brits buckle up to sit their practical driving test, and the pass rate as a whole falls just shy of 50 percent - dropping to 47 percent on average for female drivers.
What percentage do you need to pass the LTO exam? ›All of the questions in the exam are in a multiple-choice format. The passing score for the non-professional driver exam is 30 out of 40, on the other hand, the professional driver exam has a passing score of 45 out of 60. The written exam is composed of the following: General knowledge.
Is the LTO exam multiple-choice? ›The exam is in multiple-choice format. The non-professional driver exam passing score is 30 out of 40, while the professional exam is 45 out of 60.
How to pass LTO practical exam? ›- check the tires and batteries.
- adjust mirrors, light, and windshield.
- use the seatbelt/helmet.
- check the hand and foot brake.
- disengage the clutch when starting the engine.
If you fail your driving test, you must wait two weeks before you can take it again and pay the applicable retest fee. You have three chances to pass. If you fail three times, you have to start over in the licensing process.
How many months to get drivers license Philippines? ›At the very least, you should have a student permit for a month before you can qualify for applying for a non-professional license and six months of issuance for a professional license.
How many people pass driving test first time? ›
When it comes to pass rates, we've noticed a significant variation between males and females, with males having a 53.4 per cent average between April 2020 to March 2021 per-attempt pass rate compared to 48.6 per cent for females.
What are major faults on driving test? ›A major fault: These are errors that could cause an accident. Major faults can be dangerous or serious. A dangerous fault is making an error whilst driving that another road user must actively act to avoid it. A serious fault is an error which could have caused an accident if someone was there.
How long after failing Can you retake your driving test? ›You are able to rebook your practical driving test 10 working days (2 weeks) after the day that you failed your exam.
What happens if you fail PA drivers test 3 times? ›After the third failure, you must reapply to extend your learner's permit. If you do not pass your road test after three tries or if your learner's permit expires, you may obtain an Application to Add/Extend/Replace/Change/Correct Non-Commercial Learner's Permit or DL-31 (PDF).
How long is the CDE exam valid? ›RA 10930 extends the validity period of licenses from five to 10 years from the previous three years for drivers with no violations. In renewing the driver's license, motorists are required to take a CDE exam. Bayan Muna Rep.
What is passing on the CDE exam? ›You'll need at least 70 points on your scaled score to pass.
How can I impress my examiner? ›...
To summarise:
- Be confident but err on the side of caution.
- Don't let other road users influence you.
- Stick to what you know.
- Bring your instructor with you.
They're not your enemy and they want you to pass too. The examiner is just normal person doing a job. They won't try and trick you, they just want to make sure you're a safe, competent and considerate driver and not a danger to yourself or others.
What do examiners look for in a driving test? ›The examiner will look to see that you: Make good observations, in all directions, before emerging. Assess the speed of other vehicles accurately. Take advantage of safe gaps as they arise.
Is 60% passing a test? ›In fact, a “D” is considered passing in both high school and college, as it's above 60%. While a passing grade may be as low as 60%, you will want to aim higher for many reasons. As a college student, you don't want to aim to barely pass a class.
What is the lowest passing grade for a driving test? ›
The applicant must pass each test. A minimum score of 15 out of 20 correct answers, on each test, is required to pass. For additional information on test rules, download the DDS Driver's Manual.
How is passing calculated? ›The pass rate of a test is P = (p ÷ t) × 100, where P is the pass rate, p is the number of students who passed the test, and t is the total number of students who passed the test.
What is the best time of day to take your driving test? ›Mid-morning driving tests
Between 9am and 11am is generally a decent time to take a driving test because it's outside of rush hour and avoids the traffic increase in the run-up to lunchtime.
The best time of day to take your test
Around two thirds (65%) of those taking evening tests pass. The worst time slot is between 11am and 1pm with a pass rate of 48%, while the early morning slot of 7am to 9am – when you would assume people would be at their most alert – returns a 50% pass rate.
- Don't be too hard on yourself. You probably feel terrible about failing, but don't get angry with yourself. ...
- Listen to your examiner. ...
- Talk about it. ...
- Get back behind the wheel. ...
- Book another driving test. ...
- Get some more practice.
Can I drive straight away after passing my test? Yes.
Why is it so hard to pass a driving test? ›You will face many potentially dangerous obstacles during the test, so with a combination of anxiety, nerves and stress (all while you're sitting next to the examiner) it's certainly not easy for anyone. People fail for a multitude of reasons, and passing requires experience and practice, hard work and determination.
Is your driving test easy? ›In general, rural areas are much easier locations to pass a test. In contrast, cities are much tougher and London accounts for four out of the top five areas where you're most likely to fail the test.
Can I pass my driving test in a week? ›Yes, you can pass your driving test within a week, however, some people may require more time behind the wheel before taking their test.
How many times can you take licensure exam Philippines? ›Lifetime limit – candidates will be able to take the examination a maximum of six (6) times.
How many answers should be correct in driving test? ›
As per the Regional Transport Office (RTO) rules, one has to appear for a theoretical exam in order to obtain your driving licence. This theoretical exam contains a total of 15 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). In order to pass the exam successfully, you have to correctly answer 9 out of 15 questions.
How many times can you take the online LTO exam? ›Presently, the passing score is at least 52 percent or 13 correct answers out of 25 questions, with no time limit nor maximum number of re-takes. Fixers or proxies generally charge P500 per licensee.
How many years is a driver's license valid in Philippines? ›Republic Act (RA) No. 10930 lengthens the validity of a Philippine driver's license from 3 to 5 years starting October 28, 2021, and it also includes a demerit system that will allow motorists to enjoy a 10-year validity period provided the holder doesn't incur any points.
How many days can I get drivers license in the Philippines? ›How many days will it take for the processing of the license to operate (LTO)? The timeline given for the processing of the LTO is ninety (90) days. This is considering that all the documents submitted are in compliance with the requirements and that the company passed the inspection.
Where is the highest pass rate for driving tests? ›As well as reporting the highest number of pass rates, Scotland is home to the highest percentage of driving test candidates aged between 17 and 25. The vast majority (92%) of those tested at Lerwick – the main town and port on the Shetland Islands – during 2021 and 2022 were between these ages.
How many people pass their driving test each year? ›Pass rates for practical driving tests were consistently higher for men than women. In 2019/20, 49.6 percent of male participants passed the test, compared with 42.6 percent of female participants. Pass rates declined from 2016/17 onwards after having stayed relatively consistent between 2012/13 and 2016/17.
How many questions are there in LTO exam? ›How many questions are in the LTO Exam? There are at least 40 questions for non-professional driving license and 60 questions for professional driving license exam.
Can I smile in my driver's license photo Philippines? ›Don't smile too much
You can have a bit of a smile on your face so you do not look grumpy, but don't flash a big, toothy grin. It isn't necessary, and you will be asked to pose again to have another photo taken. It is best to simply wear a friendly expression, the same one you would be wearing if you were pulled over.
There are randomized quizzes after every module and the passing grade is 80%. The course is valid for 30 days.
How do I pass my driving test in 2022? ›- Anticipate and plan well ahead.
- Avoid the common driving test mistakes.
- Answer the show me question carefully.
- Don't worry if you make a mistake.
- Don't panic if you take the wrong turn.
- Ask your examiner to repeat the instruction.
- Use the MSM routine.
- Drive Defensively.
How do I pass my driving theory 2022? ›
- Book a theory test date with enough time to practice. ...
- Brush up on the Highway Code. ...
- Practice the hazard perception test. ...
- Take a mock theory test. ...
- Get out on the road. ...
- Treat your theory test like any other exam. ...
- Take care with the multiple-choice part of the theory test.
The Theory Test pass mark is 86%, so you'll need to answer 43 out of 50 multiple choice questions correctly to pass. The questions will cover topics that include alertness, attitude, safety, road signs, and much more. There are over 700 questions in the official question bank so you must have a wide range of knowledge!
Is 43 a pass in theory test? ›...
Pass mark and test result.
| Pass mark | Points available | |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple-choice questions | 43 | 50 |
| Hazard perception | 44 | 75 |
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- judge what other road users are going to do.
- predict how their actions will affect you.
- react in good time.
Make sure you are flagging any difficult theory questions and revisit them at the end. Carefully read each Theory Test question and answer choices, and then read the question again to ensure you answer correctly! We advise you spend around 1 minute per question.
How many hours a day should I study the theory test? ›The short answer is the more often the better. With 12-24 hours of theory practice to fit in, we recommend breaking your revision down into 2 hour blocks, with one hour dedicated to practising your theory questions and one hour practising your hazard perception skills.
Is the theory test app enough? ›In response to the title of this blog, “are theory test questions the same as the app?”, the answer is simply that the topics and the knowledge expected is the same as in your App, but the questions you'll be asked in your actual theory test may be worded differently.
Can you drive immediately after passing your test? ›Congratulations! You're ready to hit the road. You'll get your pass certificate straight away, and you'll have the option to hand in your provisional and order a full licence on the spot.