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Nevada DMV written test

Nevada DMV Cheat Sheet

The Nevada knowledge test facts in one place, checked against Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) sources and last verified November 2026.

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The numbers

Nevada DMV test numbers to memorize

The Nevada knowledge test has 25 questions and you need 20 correct, which is 80 percent. You can miss 5. The test is given by the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

25

Questions on the test

20

80% to pass

Correct answers needed

5

Questions you can miss

15.5

Minimum age

Time limit
The agency states a time limit of 60 minutes.
Test fee on record
$25. The agency's fee page decides exactly what this covers, so confirm it before you go.
Format
Touch-screen computer at DMV office, or online through KnowToDrive Nevada.
Online test
Available. Nevada offers online knowledge testing through KnowToDrive Nevada at $6.75 per attempt.
Appointment
Not required. Walk-ins accepted. Appointments available through Dash Pass to reduce wait times. Online testing via KnowToDrive does not require a visit.

Before you go

Documents to bring in Nevada

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) asks for these documents for the permit test. Check the agency's current list before you go, because requirements change.

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  • Proof of identity (birth certificate or passport)
  • Social Security card
  • Proof of Nevada residency
  • Parental consent (if under 18)
  • Certificate of completion of driver education (if under 18)

If you fail

If you fail: Nevada retake rules

1days before a retake of the knowledge_test_failure
1days before a retake of the knowledge_test_disqualification

Nevada charges a $10 retest fee for every retake; the initial knowledge and skills test fee is $25. If you fail the written knowledge test you can retake it the next day, and if you are disqualified you can retake it after 24 hours. The DMV does not publish a limit on the number of attempts, and there is no rule requiring a driver education course after a set number of failures.

  • Attempt limit: the agency does not publish one that we could confirm.
  • Retest fee: $10 per attempt.

Who can test

Age and permit rules in Nevada

Under 18
Must be at least 15 years and 6 months. Must have parental consent. Must complete 50 hours of supervised driving (10 at night). Driver education required if under 18. No driving midnight to 5 AM for first 6 months.
Permit versus license
An instruction permit allows supervised driving with a licensed driver 21+ in the front seat. Must hold for at least 6 months before taking the road test. Under 18 face nighttime and passenger restrictions.
Where the test is given
In-person at any Nevada DMV office, or online at KnowToDrive Nevada.
How you get results
Immediate. Pass/fail shown on screen after completing the test.

Study material

Languages and handbook

Our record of exam languages for Nevada: English and Spanish.

The study source is the Nevada Driver's Handbook (2024-2025 edition). The agency also publishes a Spanish version of the driver manual.

From learner data

Most missed Nevada practice questions

These free Nevada questions have the lowest correct rates among learners on DMV IQ. Percentages are rounded to the nearest 5 and only questions with enough answers are listed. Each one shows the right answer, so read the reasoning in the handbook, not just the answer.

  1. 1

    If you double your speed, your braking distance increases by about:

    Four times

    About 30% get it right

  2. 2

    If you have a tire blowout, the vehicle will:

    Pull toward the side with the flat tire

    About 35% get it right

  3. 3

    A hand signal with the left arm extended downward means:

    Slowing down or stopping

    About 50% get it right

  4. 4

    You should never assume other drivers will:

    See you, yield, or obey the law

    About 50% get it right

  5. 5

    If the road is wet, you should reduce your speed by:

    5-10 mph or more

    About 50% get it right

  6. 6

    A center lane marked on both sides by a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line is used for:

    Left turns from either direction

    About 50% get it right

Your plan

Free Nevada study checklist

Work through the free practice runs and topic cards, and tick each one off. Your ticks stay on this device.

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Test yourself on the Nevada questions

Free practice tests and topic cards, each question with a hint and an explanation from the driver manual.

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