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Texas DPS Practice Exam — Simulate the Real Texas Written Test

Prepare for the Texas DPS written test with an exam simulator that mirrors real conditions. 50 questions, 80% passing score, same format — know exactly what to expect on test day at the Texas DPS.

Exam Rules

  • Questions are drawn randomly from all topics
  • No hints or explanations during the exam
  • You cannot go back to previous questions once answered
  • Use the Skip button to defer difficult questions — they'll return at the end
  • Your results and score will be shown after you complete all questions

These are practice questions based on the official handbook, not actual DMV test questions.

How the Texas DPS written test works

The Texas DPS written knowledge test consists of 50 multiple-choice questions drawn from the Texas driver handbook. To pass the Texas exam, you need at least 40 correct answers — a 80% passing score. The Texas test covers road signs, traffic laws, right-of-way rules, and safe driving practices specific to Texas.

The Texas DPS requires an appointment before you can take the written test. Schedule ahead to avoid delays.

In Texas, the written test is offered in 2 languages: English, Spanish.

If you don't pass: Can retake the next business day. No limit on attempts. Must pay $11 retest fee each time.

Try sample Texas DPS practice questions

These Texas-specific practice questions come from our bank of 260+. The real Texas written test draws from similar material in the official Texas driver handbook.

4 free preview of 50
1

What is the minimum age to obtain a Texas CDL for intrastate (within Texas) commercial driving?

2

When driving a commercial vehicle at highway speeds in Texas, what is the recommended following distance?

3

How often must a CDL driver perform a pre-trip inspection on their commercial vehicle in Texas?

4

In a vehicle with air brakes, what device keeps the air pressure from going too high?

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What's included in the Texas exam simulator

50 questions — matches the real Texas written test
80% passing score — same as the Texas DPS
Drawn from 260+ Texas-specific questions across 9 topics
Detailed explanation after each answer
Unlimited retakes — practice until you're confident
Elapsed timer — track how fast you finish

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Simulate the real Texas written test — 50 questions, 80% passing threshold, same format as the DPS.

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