Delaware permit test numbers to know
Distances, speeds, limits, fines and deadlines are the questions people miss most, because they have to be memorized. Here are 55 Delaware numbers, grouped and cited, with a free quiz and flashcards to lock them in.
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Alcohol & drugs
Under Delaware's zero tolerance law, how long is the license revocation for a first offense?
Two months
Anyone under 21 who drives after drinking any alcohol loses their license for two months on a first offense and for 6 to 12 months on each later offense.
Fines, points & penalties
What is Delaware's minimum liability coverage for bodily injury or death of one person in one crash?
$25,000
Delaware's liability minimums are $25,000 for one person, $50,000 for two or more people, and $10,000 for property damage, plus PIP of $15,000/$30,000.
Speed limits
How should you approach and enter a Delaware roundabout?
Slow to 10-15 mph and yield to traffic already in the circle
Stay to the right of the splitter island, slow to 10-15 mph, yield to pedestrians, and yield to traffic already in the roundabout.
Every Delaware number, by topic
Official test facts and Delaware laws come first in each group, then the numbers from our handbook questions. Tap a source to read the exact words it comes from.
Alcohol & drugs
9 numbers
| Number | What it’s about | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 0.08% | Legal BAC limit for adult drivers | delcode.delaware.govQuoteAn amount of alcohol in a sample of a person’s blood equivalent to .08 or more grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood |
| 0.02% | BAC limit for underage drivers | delcode.delaware.govQuoteEvidence that there was at the time of the test an alcohol concentration of .02 or more in that person’s blood or breath is per se evidence that the person had consumed alcoholic liquor. |
| 0.04% | BAC limit in a commercial vehicle | delcode.delaware.govQuoteNo person shall drive, operate, or have actual physical control of a commercial motor vehicle with an alcohol concentration of .04 or more in that person’s blood or breath |
| $500-$1,500, 12 months | Drunk driving (DUI)Fine of $500-$1,500 and/or up to 12 months in jail (may be suspended) | delcode.delaware.govQuoteFor the first offense, be fined not less than $500 nor more than $1,500 or imprisoned not more than 12 months or both. Any period of imprisonment imposed under this paragraph may be suspended. |
| 24 months | Drunk driving (DUI)A refusal also makes a later DUI revocation 24 months | delcode.delaware.govQuote12 months; except that if the person’s blood alcohol concentration was .15 or greater, but less than .20, the revocation period must be 18 months, or if the person’s blood alcohol concentration was .20 or greater, or the person refused a chemical test, the revocation period must be 24 months. |
| Two months | Under Delaware's zero tolerance law, how long is the license revocation for a first offense?Answer: Two months | Delaware Driver Manual, page 54Quoteshall have their driver license revoked for a period of two months for the first offense and not less than six months nor more than 12 months for each subsequent offense. |
| 12 months | For a first DUI offense with a BAC under .15, how long does the Delaware DMV revoke the license?Answer: 12 months | Delaware Driver Manual, page 56Quote12 months for BAC less than .15 or for drugs. |
| 15-day, 15 days | After a DUI arrest in Delaware, the officer takes your license. What do you receive, and how long do you have to request a hearing?Answer: A 15-day temporary license and 15 days to request a hearing | Delaware Driver Manual, page 55QuoteThe officer will then issue a 15-day temporary license. The driver will have 15 days to request an administrative hearing. |
| $100 | A 19-year-old in Delaware is caught with alcohol for the first time. What is the fine?Answer: $100 | Delaware Driver Manual, page 54Quoteshall be fined $100 for the 1st offense and not less than $200 nor more than $500 for each subsequent offense. |
Fines, points & penalties
11 numbers
| Number | What it’s about | Source |
|---|---|---|
| $100 | Phone use$100 civil penalty for a first offense | delcode.delaware.govQuoteWhoever violates this section shall for the first offense be subject to a civil penalty of $100. For each subsequent like offense occurring within 2 years of the former offense the person shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $200 nor more than $300. |
| $200-$300, 2 years | Phone use$200-$300 for each later offense within 2 years | delcode.delaware.govQuoteWhoever violates this section shall for the first offense be subject to a civil penalty of $100. For each subsequent like offense occurring within 2 years of the former offense the person shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $200 nor more than $300. |
| 30 lb, 5-point | Seat beltsUnder 2 and under 30 lb: rear-facing seat with a 5-point harness | delcode.delaware.govQuoteA child under the age of 2 years and less than 30 pounds shall be properly secured in a rear-facing child restraint equipped with a 5-point harness. |
| 40 lb, 5-point | Seat beltsUnder 4 and under 40 lb: 5-point harness seat (rear- or forward-facing) | delcode.delaware.govQuoteA child under the age of 4 and less than 40 pounds shall be properly secured in a child restraint equipped with a 5-point harness. |
| 20 mph, 50 mph | Move Over lawIf changing lanes is impossible or unsafe, proceed with caution and reduce to a safe speed, at least 20 mph below the posted limit when the limit is 50 mph or more | delcode.delaware.govQuoteProceed with caution and reduce the speed of the vehicle to a safe speed at least 20 miles per hour less than the posted speed limit, if the speed limit is 50 miles per hour or above |
| $25,000 | What is Delaware's minimum liability coverage for bodily injury or death of one person in one crash?Answer: $25,000 | Delaware Driver Manual, page 63Quote$25,000 for bodily injury or death of one person in any one crash. |
| $15,000 | Delaware requires Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage. What is the minimum PIP for any one person?Answer: $15,000 | Delaware Driver Manual, page 63QuoteA PIP (Personal Injury Protection) minimum of $15,000 for any 1 person and $30,000 for all persons injured in any 1 crash. |
| $1,500 to $2,000 | What is the fine for a first offense of driving an uninsured vehicle in Delaware?Answer: $1,500 to $2,000 | Delaware Driver Manual, page 63QuoteThe penalty for operating an uninsured vehicle is a fine not less than $1,500.00 nor more than $2,000.00. |
| 12 months | How does Delaware count a violation's points when deciding Problem Driver Program actions?Answer: Full value for 12 months, then half value for the next 12 | Delaware Driver Manual, page 47Quotefull point value for the first 12 months from the date of violation and half point value for the second 12 months from date of violation. |
| $100 and $300 | In Delaware, what is the first-offense fine for a conviction of aggressive driving?Answer: Between $100 and $300 | Delaware Driver Manual, page 49QuoteOffenders will be fined between $100.00 and $300.00 for the first offense. |
| $2,000 | A crash on a Delaware public highway causes about $2,500 in property damage. No one is hurt and no driver appears impaired. Must it be reported to police?Answer: Yes, because the damage is $2,000 or more | Delaware Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles websiteQuoteWhen the collision occurs on a public highway and results in property damage to an apparent extent of $2,000 or more; or |
Speed limits
9 numbers
| Number | What it’s about | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 65 mph | Speed limitsThe highest limit, 65 mph, applies where posted, such as State Route 1 | delcode.delaware.govQuoteThe Department of Transportation shall designate a maximum speed limit of 65 miles per hour for all portions of Delaware State Route 1 located between the Red Lion Creek and the Appoquinimink River |
| 10-15 mph | How should you approach and enter a Delaware roundabout?Answer: Slow to 10-15 mph and yield to traffic already in the circle | Delaware Driver Manual, page 86QuoteUpon approaching the roundabout, stay to the right of the splitter island and slow down to 10-15 mph . |
| 50 mph | Unless signs say otherwise, what is the speed limit on a two-lane road in Delaware?Answer: 50 mph | Delaware Driver Manual, page 93QuoteTwo-lane roads 50 miles per hour |
| 20 mph | What is the speed limit in a Delaware school zone?Answer: 20 mph | Delaware Driver Manual, page 93QuoteSchool zones* 20 miles per hour |
| 20 or 25 mph | What is the speed limit in a Delaware residential district unless posted otherwise?Answer: 20 or 25 mph, as set by the agency that owns the road | Delaware Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles websiteQuote25 miles per hour in any business district; (2) 20 or 25 miles per hour in any residence district, at the discretion of the agency owning the roadway; |
| 55 mph | What is Delaware's speed limit on divided roads and roads with four or more lanes?Answer: 55 mph | Delaware Driver Manual, page 93QuoteDivided roads & roads having four or more lanes 55 miles per hour |
| 50 mph | In a heavy rain, at about what speed can your tires lose all traction and hydroplane?Answer: About 50 mph | Delaware Driver Manual, page 124QuoteIn a heavy rain, your tires can lose all traction with the road at about 50 mph. |
| 15 mph | Your right wheels drop off the pavement onto the shoulder. When should you steer back onto the road?Answer: After slowing to 15 mph or less and checking traffic behind | Delaware Driver Manual, page 136QuoteDon't try to get back onto the pavement until you have your vehicle under control, your speed is reduced to 15 mph or less, and you have looked for traffic behind you. |
| 20 mph | On a Delaware road posted at 55 mph, a tow truck with flashing amber lights is stopped on the shoulder. Heavy traffic makes it unsafe to change lanes away from it. What does the law require?Answer: Slow to at least 20 mph below the limit | Delaware Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles websiteQuoteProceed with caution and reduce the speed of the vehicle to a safe speed at least 20 miles per hour less than the posted speed limit, if the speed limit is 50 miles per hour or above |
Distances & following gaps
8 numbers
| Number | What it’s about | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 300 feet | Delaware law requires you to signal continuously for how far before turning?Answer: At least 300 feet | Delaware Driver Manual, page 122QuoteYou must make a hand and arm signal or use your electrical directional (turn) signal or both continuously for at least 300 feet before turning. |
| Three seconds | Under normal conditions, what is the minimum following distance the Delaware Driver Manual teaches?Answer: Three seconds | Delaware Driver Manual, page 128QuoteRepeat until you are following no closer than three seconds. |
| four-second | What following distance does the Delaware manual recommend behind a motorcycle at speeds above 40 mph?Answer: A four-second count | Delaware Driver Manual, page 100QuoteFollowing distance behind the motorcyclist should be at a two second count when traveling at speeds under 40 mph and a four second count for speeds above 40 mph. |
| three feet | How much room does Delaware law require when you pass a bicyclist?Answer: At least three feet | Delaware Driver Manual, page 96QuoteMotorists must give bicyclists at least three (3) feet of room when passing. |
| 10 seconds | About how long before a Delaware school bus turns on its flashing red lights does it show flashing yellow lights?Answer: About 10 seconds | Delaware Driver Manual, page 89QuoteThey will be activated approximately 10 seconds prior to the overhead flashing red lights |
| 1,000 feet | Besides from sunset to sunrise, when must your headlights be on in Delaware?Answer: Any time you cannot see beyond 1,000 feet | Delaware Driver Manual, page 62QuoteOn any other time you cannot see beyond 1000 feet. |
| 500 feet | An oncoming car is approaching at night. When must you switch from high beams to low beams under Delaware law?Answer: Within 500 feet of the oncoming vehicle | Delaware Driver Manual, page 62QuoteSwitched to low beams 500 feet before meeting another vehicle or when within 200 feet of the vehicle you are following. |
| 200 feet | You are following another car at night. Within what distance must you use low beams?Answer: 200 feet | Delaware Driver Manual, page 62QuoteSwitched to low beams 500 feet before meeting another vehicle or when within 200 feet of the vehicle you are following. |
Parking
5 numbers
| Number | What it’s about | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 15 feet | In Delaware, how close to a fire hydrant may you park?Answer: No closer than 15 feet | Delaware Driver Manual, page 92QuoteIn front of a public or private road, driveway, or alley. • Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. |
| 20 feet | How far must you stay from a crosswalk at an intersection when parking in Delaware?Answer: 20 feet | Delaware Driver Manual, page 92QuoteIn an intersection, on a crosswalk, or within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. |
| 30 feet | How far must you park from a stop sign, traffic signal or flashing beacon in Delaware?Answer: 30 feet | Delaware Driver Manual, page 93QuoteWithin 30 feet of any flashing beacon, stop sign, or traffic signal. |
| 50 feet | Unless posted otherwise, how close to a railroad crossing may you park in Delaware?Answer: No closer than 50 feet | Delaware Driver Manual, page 93QuoteWithin 50 feet of a railroad crossing unless otherwise posted. |
| 12 inches | When parallel parking on a two-way street in Delaware, how close must your car be to the curb?Answer: Within 12 inches | Delaware Driver Manual, page 91QuoteWhen parking on a two-way highway you must park parallel to and within 12 inches of the curb or edge of the highway. |
Ages, permits & the test
7 numbers
| Number | What it’s about | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 32 | Questions on the test | services.dmv.de.govQuoteThe actual Class D knowledge test consists of 32 questions of which 26 must be answered correctly to pass the test. |
| 26 of 32 | Correct answers to pass | services.dmv.de.govQuoteThe actual Class D knowledge test consists of 32 questions of which 26 must be answered correctly to pass the test. |
| $50 | Fee | dmv.de.govQuoteThe applicant must pay a $50.00 Class D license fee for an 8-year license and pass an eye screen at the time of application. |
| At least 16 and under 18 | How old must you be to apply for a Delaware Level One Learner's Permit (outside the IEP exception)?Answer: At least 16 and under 18 | Delaware Driver Manual, page 28QuoteMust be at least 16 years old and less than 18 years old |
| at least 25, 5 years | When a Level One permit holder must be supervised, who may act as the supervising driver?Answer: A licensed driver at least 25 who has held a Class D license for 5 years | Delaware Driver Manual, page 29Quotewho is at least 25 years of age and has held a Class D license for at least 5 years |
| 50 hours, 10 hours | How much supervised driving must the sponsor certify during the first six months of a Delaware Level One permit?Answer: 50 hours, including 10 hours at night | Delaware Driver Manual, page 29QuoteThe sponsor shall certify that the permit holder has driven for 50 hours; 10 of which includes night-time driving. |
| one-month | A Delaware driver is convicted of going 25 mph over the posted limit. What is the license penalty?Answer: A one-month suspension | Delaware Driver Manual, page 48QuoteThe driver will be suspended for one month when convicted of driving 25 mph over the posted speed limit. |
Time limits & deadlines
2 numbers
| Number | What it’s about | Source |
|---|---|---|
| $2,000 | CrashesReport the crash to police immediately if anyone is hurt or killed, if damage on a public highway looks like $2,000 or more, or if a driver appears impaired | delcode.delaware.govQuoteWhen the collision occurs on a public highway and results in property damage to an apparent extent of $2,000 or more; or |
| 30 days | You move to a new address within Delaware. How long do you have to notify the DMV?Answer: 30 days | Delaware Driver Manual, page 33QuoteAfter changing your Delaware address, you have 30 days to notify both the Vehicle Registration and Driver License Sections of the Division of Motor Vehicles. |
Seat belts, lights & equipment
3 numbers
| Number | What it’s about | Source |
|---|---|---|
| under 16 | Seat beltsThe driver must secure every occupant 16 and older in a seat belt and is responsible for children under 16 being in the right car seat, booster or belt | delcode.delaware.govQuoteeach occupant of the passenger compartment of the motor vehicle who is 16 years of age or older. |
| under age 2, 30 pounds | Under Delaware law, which children must ride in a rear-facing car seat?Answer: Children under age 2 and under 30 pounds | Delaware Driver Manual, page 109QuoteChildren under age 2 AND 30 pounds to ride in a rear-facing car seat. |
| 5 feet 5 inches | Under Delaware law, which child may not ride in the front passenger seat of a car that has a passenger-side air bag?Answer: A child under 12 who is 5 feet 5 inches tall or shorter | Delaware Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles websiteQuoteNo child who is 5′5″ or less in height and who is under 12 years of age shall occupy the front passenger seat of any vehicle equipped with a passenger-side airbag |
Other numbers
1 number
| Number | What it’s about | Source |
|---|---|---|
| three times | Compared with stopping from 30 mph, how much distance does stopping from 60 mph take?Answer: More than three times as much | Delaware Driver Manual, page 123Quotestopping at 60 mph does not take twice the distance it takes at 30 mph as one might think, but over three times the distance. |
Memory tips
How to study them (our advice, not official rules):
- Learn the number with its unit and its place. “15 feet from a hydrant” sticks; “15” on its own gets mixed up with 15 mph.
- Say the answer before you look. Recalling the number yourself is harder than spotting it among four options, and it is what makes it stick.
- Come back to the ones you miss. The quiz above brings missed questions back more often. Short rounds over several days beat one long session.
Questions about the numbers
What numbers do I need to know for the Delaware permit test?
Mostly distances (how close you may park to a hydrant or crosswalk, when to signal, when to dim your high beams), speed limits, blood-alcohol limits, and the ages, hours and deadlines for your permit and license. This page lists 55 of them for Delaware, each with its source.
Why focus on numbers?
A California DMV study of its own knowledge test found that many of the hardest questions “are numerical and have correct answers that must be learned by rote memorization.” Numbers are easy to mix up under pressure, so they are worth drilling on their own.
Where do these numbers come from?
Each one is quoted from the Delaware Driver Manual, Delaware statutes or DMV pages. Our build checks that every number on this page appears word for word in the quote it cites.
Is the numbers drill free?
Yes. The table and the numbers quiz are free and unlimited, and so are the first 20 flashcards.