Missouri 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 48 Missouri numbers, grouped and cited, with a free quiz and flashcards to lock them in.

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  • Alcohol & drugs

    In Missouri, it is illegal for a driver 21 or older to drive a car with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of:

    0.08% or more

    Missouri's limit for adult drivers is 0.08% BAC. Even one drink can affect your driving, and two drinks may put you over the limit.

    Missouri Driver Guide, page 73

  • Fines, points & penalties

    In Missouri, how many points in 12 months will trigger a point accumulation advisory letter?

    4 points

    If you collect 4 points in 12 months, the Department sends a point accumulation advisory.

    Missouri Driver Guide, page 75

  • Speed limits

    Road sign shown with this question

    A yellow Turn sign (rather than a Curve sign) tells you the recommended maximum speed for the turn is:

    30 mph or less

    A Turn sign warns of a sharp turn where the recommended speed is 30 mph or less.

    Missouri Driver Guide, page 49

Every Missouri number, by topic

Official test facts and Missouri 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

7 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
2 yearsDrunk driving (DUI)No suspended imposition of sentence unless on probation at least 2 yearsrevisor.mo.gov
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A vehicle while having eight-hundredths of one percent or more by weight of alcohol in his or her blood; or (2) A commercial motor vehicle while having four one-hundredths of one percent or more by weight of alcohol in his or her blood.
30-day, 60-dayDrunk driving (DUI)Administrative action: 30-day suspension followed by a 60-day restricted driving privilege that requires an ignition interlockrevisor.mo.gov
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the period of suspension shall be thirty days after the effective date of suspension, followed by a sixty-day period of restricted driving privilege
one yearDrunk driving (DUI)License revoked for one yearrevisor.mo.gov
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A vehicle while having eight-hundredths of one percent or more by weight of alcohol in his or her blood; or (2) A commercial motor vehicle while having four one-hundredths of one percent or more by weight of alcohol in his or her blood.
0.08%In Missouri, it is illegal for a driver 21 or older to drive a car with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of:Answer: 0.08% or moreMissouri Driver Guide, page 73
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It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or more (0.04% for commercial vehicle drivers and 0.02% if under 21).
0.02%What is the illegal blood alcohol content (BAC) level for a Missouri driver under 21?Answer: 0.02% or moreMissouri Driver Guide, page 73
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It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or more (0.04% for commercial vehicle drivers and 0.02% if under 21).
one yearA Missouri officer stops you and you refuse a chemical test of your blood alcohol. What happens to your license?Answer: It is taken away for one yearMissouri Driver Guide, page 72
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If a police officer stops you and you refuse to take a chemical test to determine your BAC, your driver license will be taken away for one year.
90 daysUnder Missouri's Abuse and Lose law, a 19-year-old caught possessing alcohol while driving may lose their license for how long?Answer: 90 daysMissouri Driver Guide, page 71
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If you are younger than 21 years of age, your driver license may be taken away for 90 days for any of the following

Fines, points & penalties

8 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
$10Seat beltsFor adults it is a secondary offense with a fine of up to $10revisor.mo.gov
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each person who violates the provisions of subsection 2 of this section is guilty of an infraction for which a fine not to exceed ten dollars may be imposed
4 pointsIn Missouri, how many points in 12 months will trigger a point accumulation advisory letter?Answer: 4 pointsMissouri Driver Guide, page 75
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If you accumulate a total of 4 points in 12 months, the Department will send you a point accumulation advisory.
12 monthsWhich point total will get your Missouri driving privilege revoked for one year?Answer: 12 or more points in 12 monthsMissouri Driver Guide, page 75
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Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year if you accumulate: 12 or more points in 12 months
12 pointsHow many points can a conviction for leaving the scene of a traffic crash add to your Missouri record?Answer: 12 pointsMissouri Driver Guide, page 75
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you may receive 12 points and the revocation of your driving privilege if you are convicted of leaving the scene of a traffic crash.
$25,000What is Missouri's minimum liability coverage for property damage in one crash?Answer: $25,000Missouri Driver Guide, page 81
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$25,000 per person for bodily injury; $50,000 per crash for bodily injury; and $25,000 per crash for property damage.
5 pointsUnder Missouri law, how many points are assessed for failing to stop for a school bus that is loading or unloading students?Answer: 5 pointsMissouri Driver Guide, page 75
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Failure to Stop for a School Bus Receiving or Discharging Students . . . 5 points
$50 to $300What is the fine range for illegally parking in a Missouri handicapped space?Answer: $50 to $300Missouri Driver Guide, page 38
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Violators, when convicted, shall be punished by a fine of no less than fifty dollars ($50) and no more than three hundred dollars ($300).
$250What is the minimum fine for a first offense of speeding or passing in a Missouri work zone?Answer: $250Missouri Driver Guide, page 53
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you could be fined a minimum of $250 for the first offense and a minimum of $300 for a second or subsequent offense

Speed limits

9 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
75 mphSpeed limitsRural interstates and freeways: 75 mphrevisor.mo.gov
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Upon the rural interstates and freeways of this state, seventy-five miles per hour; (2) Upon the rural expressways of this state, sixty-five miles per hour
65 mphSpeed limitsRural expressways: 65 mphrevisor.mo.gov
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Upon the rural interstates and freeways of this state, seventy-five miles per hour; (2) Upon the rural expressways of this state, sixty-five miles per hour
60 mphSpeed limitsInterstates, freeways and expressways in urbanized areas: 60 mphrevisor.mo.gov
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Upon the rural interstates and freeways of this state, seventy-five miles per hour; (2) Upon the rural expressways of this state, sixty-five miles per hour
55 mphSpeed limitsLettered state roads: 55 mphrevisor.mo.gov
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Such lettered roads shall not exceed fifty-five miles per hour unless set at a higher speed as established by the department of transportation
25 mphSpeed limitsThe Driver Guide gives 25 mph in a city, town or village unless posteddor.mo.gov
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The speed limit in any city, town, or village is 25 mph, unless posted otherwise.
30 mphA yellow Turn sign (rather than a Curve sign) tells you the recommended maximum speed for the turn is:Answer: 30 mph or lessMissouri Driver Guide, page 49
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A turn sign is used to warn of a sharp turn or turn where the recommended maximum speed is 30 mph or less.
25 mphUnless a sign says otherwise, what is the speed limit in a Missouri city, town or village?Answer: 25 mphMissouri Driver Guide, page 52
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The speed limit in any city, town, or village is 25 mph, unless posted otherwise.
55 mphUnless a sign shows another limit, what is the maximum speed on Missouri's lettered roads?Answer: 55 mphMissouri Driver Guide, page 52
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All other roads and highways not located in an urbanized area 60 Lettered roads 55
40 mphUnder normal conditions, what is the slowest you may legally drive on a Missouri interstate?Answer: 40 mphMissouri Driver Guide, page 52
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You may not drive slower than 40 mph on interstate highways under normal roadway conditions.

Distances & following gaps

8 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
500 feetHow far may you travel in a two-way left-turn lane before turning?Answer: No more than 500 feetMissouri Driver Guide, page 28
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Do not use this lane as travel lane (a vehicle may not travel in this lane for more than 500 feet)
100 feetHow far ahead of a turn should you signal?Answer: At least 100 feetMissouri Driver Guide, page 26
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You should signal at least 100 feet before you turn so the other drivers can be ready.
100 feetMissouri law forbids driving on the left side of the road when you are within what distance of an intersection or railroad crossing?Answer: 100 feetMissouri Driver Guide, page 24
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Approaching within 100 feet of or at any intersection or railroad grade crossing
Three secondsWhat following-distance rule does the Missouri Driver Guide recommend in normal conditions?Answer: Three secondsMissouri Driver Guide, page 59
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A good way to measure your safe following distance is to use the “three second rule.”
eight to ten secondsHow much following distance does the guide recommend when driving on snow or ice?Answer: About eight to ten secondsMissouri Driver Guide, page 65
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So be sure to leave a safe distance, about eight to ten seconds, between your vehicle and any vehicle ahead of you.
15 and 50 feetThe red lights are flashing at a railroad crossing. Where must you stop?Answer: Between 15 and 50 feet from the tracksMissouri Driver Guide, page 53
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You must stop within 15 to 50 feet before the railroad tracks.
500 feetAt night, you must switch to low beams when an oncoming vehicle comes within what distance?Answer: 500 feetMissouri Driver Guide, page 64
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Use your low beams when you come within 500 feet (about one block) of an oncoming vehicle.
350 feetAbout how far ahead do your headlights let you see at night?Answer: About 350 feetMissouri Driver Guide, page 64
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Your headlights only let you see about 350 feet ahead.

Parking & curb colors

2 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
Yellow curbWhich of these is a place where you may NOT park in Missouri?Answer: Alongside a curb painted yellowMissouri Driver Guide, page 37
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On the left side of a two-way street. Alongside a curb that is painted yellow. On a bridge.
18 inchesDuring the Missouri driving test, how close to the curb must you park?Answer: No more than 18 inchesMissouri Driver Guide, page 22
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Moving into the space smoothly and at the right speed. Parking no more than 18” from the curb.

Ages, permits & the test

8 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
25Questions on the testdor.mo.gov
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you will need to take a written test of 25 multiple-choice questions ... You must correctly answer 20 questions to pass the test.
20 of 25Correct answers to passdor.mo.gov
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you will need to take a written test of 25 multiple-choice questions ... You must correctly answer 20 questions to pass the test.
80%Passing scoremshp.dps.missouri.gov
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There are 25 questions on these tests, you must score 80% to pass. ... You may take any written test up to two times per day if necessary until you pass. ... There is no cost for either written or non-cdl driver skills tests.
$10Feedor.mo.gov
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Class F Minimum age: 15 $10 $10
21 yearsYou are 16 and still driving on your instruction permit. Who may ride in the front seat as your supervising driver?Answer: Any person at least 21 years old with a valid driver licenseMissouri Driver Guide, page 17
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At age 16 or older, you may drive when accompanied in the front seat by a person who is at least 21 years old and has a valid driver license.
six months, 182 daysHow long must you hold your instruction permit before you can get an intermediate license?Answer: At least six months (182 days)Missouri Driver Guide, page 18
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You must have an instruction permit for a minimum of six months (182 days) beginning the day after issuance.
40 hoursHow many hours of supervised driving must you complete on your permit before getting an intermediate license?Answer: 40 hours, including at least ten at nightMissouri Driver Guide, page 18
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You must have completed 40 hours of driving instruction with a parent, stepparent, legal guardian, or certified trainer (with a federal residential job training program). The required 40 hours must include at least ten hours of nighttime driving.
six monthsTo move from an instruction permit to an intermediate license, how long must you have gone without any traffic conviction?Answer: The last six monthsMissouri Driver Guide, page 18
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having no alcohol-related convictions in the last 12 months and no traffic convictions in the last six months.

Time limits & deadlines

2 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
30 days, $500CrashesYou must send a written accident report to the Missouri Department of Revenue within 30 days if an uninsured driver was involved and someone was hurt or killed or property damage was over $500revisor.mo.gov
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in excess of five hundred dollars is sustained, and the owner or operator of every motor vehicle which is involved in an accident within this state if such owner or operator does not carry motor vehicle liability insurance shall, within thirty days after such accident, report the matter in writing to the director
30 daysWhen Missouri requires you to file an accident report with the Department, how long do you have?Answer: 30 daysMissouri Driver Guide, page 83
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State law requires the accident report to be filed within 30 days.

Seat belts, lights & equipment

4 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
under 16Seat beltsEvery child under 16 in any seatrevisor.mo.gov
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Each driver of a motor vehicle transporting a child less than sixteen years of age shall secure the child in a properly adjusted and fastened restraint under section 307.179 .
40 lbSeat beltsUnder 4, or under 40 lb: child passenger restraint systemrevisor.mo.gov
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Children at least four years of age but less than eight years of age, who also weigh at least forty pounds but less than eighty pounds, and who are also less than four feet, nine inches tall, shall be secured in a child passenger restraint system or booster seat
ten inchesTo reduce injury from an air bag, how far should you sit from the steering wheel?Answer: At least ten inches from your breastboneMissouri Driver Guide, page 57
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recommends drivers sit with at least ten inches between the center of their breastbone and the center of the steering wheel.
150,000 milesWhich vehicles are exempt from Missouri's safety inspection?Answer: Vehicles in their first ten model years with under 150,000 milesMissouri Driver Guide, page 85
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Motor vehicles for the first ten years following the model year of manufacture and having less than 150,000 miles on the odometer are exempt

Memory tips

Straight from the handbook:

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 Missouri 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 48 of them for Missouri, 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 Missouri Driver Guide, Missouri statutes or DOR pages. Our build checks that every number on this page appears word for word in the quote it cites.

Is the numbers drill free?

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