just confused... about learner's permit (test) and DMV written test...please help.

[J*C*H*2007 0]

Hello Guys,

I really want to learn how to drive so badly.As a first timer, I have to practice driving everyday but I am confused now about learner's permit and DMV written test, are these tests the same before the road test? Or do I need to get the learner's permit first before the DMV written test? Then after that the road test? Or shall I have to pass the learner's test first to get my learner's permit? I mean what are the requirements for DMV written test? Can I still take the DMV written test without the learner's permit?

If I am going to take the test, can anybody here give me sample of DMV written tests?

Sorry for a many questions here but I am really confusesd now.

Your kind responces are highly appreciated.

Thank you for understanding and replying in advance.

Edited February 27, 2007 by J*C*H*2007

[Marilyn. 340]

you take the written test and if you pass you get a learner's permit....

[J*C*H*2007 0]

you take the written test and if you pass you get a learner's permit....

Thanks... but is it really necessary to get the learner's permit for the DMV written test?

[Kez/JWolf 6]

It would be illegal to drive without the learners permit.... once you have that you can then practice the driving skills you will need to pass the road test....

Kez

[brtlmj 0]

Thanks... but is it really necessary to get the learner's permit for the DMV written test?

It may depend on the state you live in. In CA the procedure is as follows:

1. You study hard

2. You schedule and take the written test

3. You get a learner's permit (or a temporary license if you have an out of country license)

4. Practice, practice, practice...

5. Schedule and take the behind-the-wheel test

6. Get your CA license.

In other words, you need the written test to get the learner's permit, not the other way around.

Bartek

[Marilyn. 340]

you take the written test and if you pass you get a learner's permit....

Thanks... but is it really necessary to get the learner's permit for the DMV written test?

umm, in order to get the learner's permit, you need to pass the written test..... you can't get the learner's permit without taking the written test...

[broma25 2]

Go to your local DMV and get a copy of the drivers rules and regulations for your state. Study that then take the written test. Once you pass that you can get your learners permit and then take the driving test.

[J*C*H*2007 0]

Thanks... but is it really necessary to get the learner's permit for the DMV written test?

It may depend on the state you live in. In CA the procedure is as follows:

1. You study hard

2. You schedule and take the written test

3. You get a learner's permit (or a temporary license if you have an out of country license)

4. Practice, practice, practice...

5. Schedule and take the behind-the-wheel test

6. Get your CA license.

In other words, you need the written test to get the learner's permit, not the other way around.

Bartek

That's cool procedures. Yes, I keep that in my mind. Well, I live in Texas now. I hope that I can get more informations about this state.

Thank you so much Sir!

God bless...

Joy

Go to your local DMV and get a copy of the drivers rules and regulations for your state. Study that then take the written test. Once you pass that you can get your learners permit and then take the driving test.

Yes, I will. And thank you too for another details.

Take care

you take the written test and if you pass you get a learner's permit....

Thanks... but is it really necessary to get the learner's permit for the DMV written test?

umm, in order to get the learner's permit, you need to pass the written test..... you can't get the learner's permit without taking the written test...

I see! Ok, thank you MarilynP.

Have a good day!

It would be illegal to drive without the learners permit.... once you have that you can then practice the driving skills you will need to pass the road test....

Kez

Thank you too for the nice advice.

Edited February 27, 2007 by J*C*H*2007

[Otto 83]

Here is the link for the Texas DMV and it's requirements - if you click around you will find much of the information you are looking for.

Texas DMV (Dept. of Motor Vehicles)

Keep the forum posted on how it goes - my fiance is coming to Texas too so would be interesting to hear.

Also - the written test isn't extremely difficult - they have a little booklet you can use to study from - if you study, you can pass. Good Luck..

[J*C*H*2007 0]

Here is the link for the Texas DMV and it's requirements - if you click around you will find much of the information you are looking for.

Texas DMV (Dept. of Motor Vehicles)

Keep the forum posted on how it goes - my fiance is coming to Texas too so would be interesting to hear.

Also - the written test isn't extremely difficult - they have a little booklet you can use to study from - if you study, you can pass. Good Luck..

Wow! You're from Texas too. It's nice to hear that your fiance is coming here. By the way, thank you for the link and it is so helpful to me .

Have a nice day!

[Lansbury 19]

Hello Guys,

I really want to learn how to drive so badly.As a first timer, I have to practice driving everyday but I am confused now about learner's permit and DMV written test, are these tests the same before the road test? Or do I need to get the learner's permit first before the DMV written test? Then after that the road test? Or shall I have to pass the learner's test first to get my learner's permit? I mean what are the requirements for DMV written test? Can I still take the DMV written test without the learner's permit?

If I am going to take the test, can anybody here give me sample of DMV written tests?

Sorry for a many questions here but I am really confusesd now.

Your kind responces are highly appreciated.

Thank you for understanding and replying in advance.

Not sure if the following site will help you with your studying. They do mock drive tests questions for a not unreasonable fee. I used them for my Oregon theory test and got 100% at the first attempt. I just find is easier answering questions than just reading a manual. The questions they asked were harder than the ones in the real test but certainly as far as I am concerned becasue I had done those tests it made the real one less daunting and the real questions much easier to answer.

http://www.testquestionsandanswers.com/

[J*C*H*2007 0]

Hello Guys,

I really want to learn how to drive so badly.As a first timer, I have to practice driving everyday but I am confused now about learner's permit and DMV written test, are these tests the same before the road test? Or do I need to get the learner's permit first before the DMV written test? Then after that the road test? Or shall I have to pass the learner's test first to get my learner's permit? I mean what are the requirements for DMV written test? Can I still take the DMV written test without the learner's permit?

If I am going to take the test, can anybody here give me sample of DMV written tests?

Sorry for a many questions here but I am really confusesd now.

Your kind responces are highly appreciated.

Thank you for understanding and replying in advance.

Not sure if the following site will help you with your studying. They do mock drive tests questions for a not unreasonable fee. I used them for my Oregon theory test and got 100% at the first attempt. I just find is easier answering questions than just reading a manual. The questions they asked were harder than the ones in the real test but certainly as far as I am concerned becasue I had done those tests it made the real one less daunting and the real questions much easier to answer.

http://www.testquestionsandanswers.com/

Wow! What a link! I like this link because it gives sample written tests but they have given there only 5 free questions to answer unless you will sign-up on it and pay for the cost of the course...hmm... I thought I could view all the sample questions ...but not. May be I study it first. But anyway, thank you for giving this link to me.

God bless you!

[antda 13]

Hi JCH2007,

Good luck on your immigration journey. I admit, I haven't taken any written or road driving tests here in the USA, as I drove in Canada and had my license transferred to a US license here. However, in answer to your driving concerns, from my experience when I first learned to drive (in Canada), here is my thoughts to you:

1) Study, study, study for the written test

-Go to your local DMV and get a copy of the driver's guide/manual.

-Study the guidebook/maunal as much as you can. Answer practice questions. Make study notes.

-Attend a road safety classroom course (I think some states require this, plus it helps for the written and road tests and for car insurance discounts)

-Take your written test (it shouldn't be too hard, since you've studied!)

-Don't give up if you don't succeed the first time. Try, try again!

2) Practice, practice, practice for the road test:

-Practice as much as you can, even more time than the recommended mininum the DMV says.

-Practice driving with someone that drives well and that you trust

-Practice with a professional driving school (look in the phone book or DMV for recommendations)

-Familiarize yourself with the area you are driving in and with the car you are driving with

-Take your road test (it shouldn't be too hard, since you've studied!)

-Don't give up if you don't succeed the first time. Try, try again! (believe it or not, it took me many times to pass the road test, but I kept on trying and eventually passed)

Hope this helps.

Ant

Hello Guys,

I really want to learn how to drive so badly.As a first timer, I have to practice driving everyday but I am confused now about learner's permit and DMV written test, are these tests the same before the road test? Or do I need to get the learner's permit first before the DMV written test? Then after that the road test? Or shall I have to pass the learner's test first to get my learner's permit? I mean what are the requirements for DMV written test? Can I still take the DMV written test without the learner's permit?

If I am going to take the test, can anybody here give me sample of DMV written tests?

Sorry for a many questions here but I am really confusesd now.

Your kind responces are highly appreciated.

Thank you for understanding and replying in advance.

[J*C*H*2007 0]

Hi JCH2007,

Good luck on your immigration journey. I admit, I haven't taken any written or road driving tests here in the USA, as I drove in Canada and had my license transferred to a US license here. However, in answer to your driving concerns, from my experience when I first learned to drive (in Canada), here is my thoughts to you:

1) Study, study, study for the written test

-Go to your local DMV and get a copy of the driver's guide/manual.

-Study the guidebook/maunal as much as you can. Answer practice questions. Make study notes.

-Attend a road safety classroom course (I think some states require this, plus it helps for the written and road tests and for car insurance discounts)

-Take your written test (it shouldn't be too hard, since you've studied!)

-Don't give up if you don't succeed the first time. Try, try again!

2) Practice, practice, practice for the road test:

-Practice as much as you can, even more time than the recommended mininum the DMV says.

-Practice driving with someone that drives well and that you trust

-Practice with a professional driving school (look in the phone book or DMV for recommendations)

-Familiarize yourself with the area you are driving in and with the car you are driving with

-Take your road test (it shouldn't be too hard, since you've studied!)

-Don't give up if you don't succeed the first time. Try, try again! (believe it or not, it took me many times to pass the road test, but I kept on trying and eventually passed)

Hope this helps.

Ant

Hello Ant, I appreciate so much with your challenging advice . I hope that I will learn soon. In fact, I have ever never experienced driving before and it is hard for me to practice for the first time. But I strongly agree with this saying: "Practice makes perfect."Hmm... . And also I believe that one of your advices here will help me too as my learning.

Thank you very mych for your kind reply. .

Joy

Edited March 1, 2007 by J*C*H*2007

[antda 13]

Hi Joy,

You're welcome about the "challenging advice". Hmmm...interesting that you would call what I am saying to be "challenging advice". "Ant's Challening Advice". I like it!

Good luck on your driving endeavours, and I hope that you will learn soon too. With anything that is done for the first time, it is hard, I agree. But with a lot of practice and experience, it will get easier and easier over time. And soon enough, you will enjoy it and have fun when you drive! Driving is a lot of joy (lol..pardon the pun)! Keep on learning in driving and throughout life too. I know that I'm sure learning a lot here from others on this VJ website!

Ant

Hello Ant, I appreciate so much with your challenging advice . I hope that I will learn soon. In fact, I have ever never experienced driving before and it is hard for me to practice for the first time. But I strongly agree with this saying: "Practice makes perfect."Hmm... . And also I believe that one of your advices here will help me too as my learning.

Thank you very mych for your kind reply. .

Joy

Edited March 3, 2007 by antocru