Pennsylvania 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 76 Pennsylvania numbers, grouped and cited, with a free quiz and flashcards to lock them in.

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  • Alcohol & drugs

    Under Pennsylvania's Implied Consent law, what happens on a first refusal to take a breath or blood test after a DUI arrest?

    Your license is suspended for one year, even if you are found not guilty of DUI

    By driving in Pennsylvania you have agreed to chemical testing. Refusing a breath or blood test after a DUI arrest brings an automatic one-year suspension on a first refusal, on top of any DUI penalty and even if you are acquitted.

    Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 86

  • Fines, points & penalties

    How do points come off a Pennsylvania driving record for safe driving?

    3 points are removed for every 12 consecutive months without a violation

    Three points are removed for every 12 consecutive months in which you are not suspended and commit no violation that brings points or a suspension.

    Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 83

  • Speed limits

    What is the maximum speed limit in Pennsylvania?

    70 mph

    The maximum speed limit in Pennsylvania is 70 mph. On interstates the limit is posted after each interchange, and on other highways about every half mile.

    Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 43

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Alcohol & drugs

9 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
0.08%Legal BAC limit for adult driverspalegis.us
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such that the alcohol concentration in the individual's blood or breath is at least 0.08% but less than 0.10% within two hours after the individual has driven, operated or been in actual physical control of the movement of the vehicle.
0.02%BAC limit for underage driverspalegis.us
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A minor may not drive, operate or be in actual physical control of the movement of a vehicle after imbibing a sufficient amount of alcohol such that the alcohol concentration in the minor's blood or breath is 0.02% or higher
0.04%BAC limit in a commercial vehiclepalegis.us
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0.04% or greater within two hours after the individual has driven, operated or been in actual physical control of the movement of a commercial vehicle other than a school bus or a school vehicle.
12 months, 18 monthsDrunk driving (DUI)PennDOT suspends the operating privilege for 12 months, or 18 months if the person had a prior refusal suspension or a prior DUI sentencepalegis.us
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the department shall suspend the operating privilege of the person as follows: (i) Except as set forth in subparagraph (ii), for a period of 12 months. (ii) For a period of 18 months if any of the following apply:
$2,000Drunk driving (DUI)A restoration fee of up to $2,000 appliespalegis.us
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the person's operating privilege will be suspended upon refusal to submit to chemical testing and the person will be subject to a restoration fee of up to $2,000;
one yearUnder Pennsylvania's Implied Consent law, what happens on a first refusal to take a breath or blood test after a DUI arrest?Answer: Your license is suspended for one year, even if you are found not guilty of DUIPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 86
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Even if you are found not guilty of driving while under the influence, your driving privilege will be suspended for one (1) year for a first-time refusal to take a breath or blood test.
2 and 7 timesCompared with a driver who has had no alcohol, how much more likely is a driver with a BAC of .04 to be in a crash?Answer: Between 2 and 7 times more likelyPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 37
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Even drivers whose blood alcohol level is .04 (half of the "legal limit" of .08 for an adult 21 years of age or older) are between two (2) and seven (7) times more
under 21You are 20 and are not drinking, but there is an unopened case of beer in the car you are driving. Is this legal in Pennsylvania?Answer: No; under 21 you may not have alcohol in the vehicle you drivePennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 88
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If you are under age 21, it is against the law to buy alcohol, consume alcohol, have alcohol in your possession or have alcohol in the vehicle you are driving.
.10 percentAccording to the manual, being awake for 24 hours in a row impairs your driving about as much as which BAC?Answer: .10 percentPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 37
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Being awake for 24 hours in a row impairs your driving as much as having a blood alcohol level of .10 percent.

Fines, points & penalties

15 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
$50Phone useTexting: summary offense, $50 finepalegis.us
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a person who violates this section commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $50.
20 mphMove Over lawIf that is impossible, illegal or unsafe, pass at a speed 20 mph less than the posted limit and reasonable for safetypalegis.us
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pass in a lane not adjacent to that of the emergency response area, if possible; or (2) if passing in a nonadjacent lane is impossible, illegal or unsafe, pass the emergency response area at a speed of no more than 20 miles per hour less than the posted speed limit
$500, $1,000, $2,000Move Over lawFines up to $500/$1,000/$2,000 for first/second/third offensespalegis.us
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(1) For a first offense, a fine of not more than $500. (2) For a second offense, a fine of not more than $1,000. (3) For a third or subsequent offense, a fine of not more than $2,000.
$15,000, $30,000, $5,000InsurancePennsylvania requires liability coverage of at least $15,000 per person and $30,000 per crash for injuries and $5,000 for property damage, plus $5,000 in first-party medical benefitspalegis.us
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in the amount of $15,000 because of injury to one person in any one accident, in the amount of $30,000 because of injury to two or more persons in any one accident and in the amount of $5,000 because of damage to property of others in any one accident.
3 pointsHow do points come off a Pennsylvania driving record for safe driving?Answer: 3 points are removed for every 12 consecutive months without a violationPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 83
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Three (3) points are removed from a driving record for every 12 consecutive months in which a person is not under suspension or revocation
5 pointsAfter most suspensions, how many points will your driving record show once your driving privilege is restored?Answer: 5 pointsPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 84
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After your driving privilege is restored, your driving record will show five (5) points, regardless of the number of points that appeared on your record before your driving privilege was suspended
$50 and $200What is the fine for parking illegally in a space reserved for persons with disabilities in Pennsylvania?Answer: Between $50 and $200, and the car may be towedPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 96
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This parking violation is a summary offense. Individuals convicted of this offense will be fined between $50 and $200.
2 points, $250You drive around a barricade that closes a flooded road. If you are convicted, what penalty applies?Answer: 2 points and a fine of up to $250Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 97
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A conviction for violation of this law results in 2 points added to your driving record and a fine of up to $250.
$50What is the fine for a conviction under Pennsylvania's anti-texting law, as listed in the manual?Answer: $50Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 97
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violating the law is a primary, summary offense with convictions carrying a $50 fine.
15 mph, 3 pointsSchool zone signals are flashing. What is the speed limit, and what happens if you exceed it?Answer: 15 mph; speeding adds 3 points and a finePennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 13
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You must travel no faster than 15 mph when the yellow signals are flashing or during the time periods indicated on the sign. Exceeding the speed limit in a school zone will result in three (3) points
60-day, 5 pointsWhat is the penalty in Pennsylvania for failing to stop for a school bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended?Answer: A 60-day suspension, 5 points and a finePennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 62
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will result in a 60-day suspension of your driver's license, five (5) points on your driving record and a fine.
$500What is the maximum fine for a first violation of Pennsylvania's Move Over law when no one is hurt?Answer: Up to $500Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 63
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Failure to move over or slow down can result in a summary offense that carries a fine of up to $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second offense and $2,000 for a third and subsequent offense.
$25You are stopped for speeding in a Pennsylvania work zone and your headlights are off. What extra fine applies?Answer: An additional $25Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 22
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If you are pulled over by police for a traffic violation in a work zone and your vehicle's headlights are not turned on, you will be fined an additional $25.
$200 to $1,000Snow or ice falls from your moving car and strikes another vehicle, causing serious injury. What fine can you face in Pennsylvania?Answer: $200 to $1,000 per offensePennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 45
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the operator of the vehicle from which the snow or ice came is subject to a fine of $200 to $1,000 for each offense.
$15,000What is the minimum liability insurance a Pennsylvania driver must carry for injury to one person in a single crash?Answer: $15,000Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Driver and Vehicle Services website
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in the amount of $15,000 because of injury to one person in any one accident, in the amount of $30,000 because of injury to two or more persons in any one accident

Speed limits

13 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
35 mphSpeed limits: Business & residence districts35 mph in any urban district (must be posted to be effective)palegis.us
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(1) 35 miles per hour in any urban district. (1.1) 65 miles per hour or 70 miles per hour for all vehicles on freeways where the department has posted a 65-miles-per-hour or 70-miles-per-hour speed limit.
25 mphSpeed limits: Residential25 mph in a residence district on a highway that is not a numbered traffic route and is classified as a local highwaypalegis.us
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25 miles per hour in a residence district if the highway: (i) is not a numbered traffic route; and (ii) is functionally classified by the department as a local highway. (2) 55 miles per hour in other locations.
15 mphSpeed limits: School zones15 mph in a school zone during its posted hourspalegis.us
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When passing through a school zone as defined and established under regulations of the department, no person shall drive a vehicle at a speed greater than 15 miles per hour.
55 mphSpeed limits: Rural highways55 mph in other locationspalegis.us
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25 miles per hour in a residence district if the highway: (i) is not a numbered traffic route; and (ii) is functionally classified by the department as a local highway. (2) 55 miles per hour in other locations.
70 mph, 65 or 70 mphSpeed limits: Interstates70 mph on freeways where PennDOT has posted 65 or 70 mphpalegis.us
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(1) 35 miles per hour in any urban district. (1.1) 65 miles per hour or 70 miles per hour for all vehicles on freeways where the department has posted a 65-miles-per-hour or 70-miles-per-hour speed limit.
70 mphWhat is the maximum speed limit in Pennsylvania?Answer: 70 mphPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 43
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The maximum speed limit in Pennsylvania is 70.
45 mphLow beams light only about 250 feet ahead. To avoid overdriving your headlights on a dark road, what is the top speed the manual recommends?Answer: 45 mphPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 44
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To avoid overdriving your headlights on a dark road at night, you should not drive faster than 45 mph.
35 mphSomeone is riding in the open bed of a pickup truck. What is the fastest the truck may be driven in Pennsylvania?Answer: 35 mphPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 63
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An open-bed pickup truck or open flatbed truck may not be driven at a speed of more than 35 mph, if any person is occupying the bed of the truck.
25 mphAn orange triangle is displayed on the back of a farm tractor or horse-drawn buggy. What does it mean?Answer: The vehicle is designed to go 25 mph or lessPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 48
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an orange triangle is displayed on the back of farm tractors and horse-drawn vehicles designed to operate at 25 mph or less
5 to 10 mph, 5 to 6 secondsThe road is wet. By how much should you reduce your speed, and what following distance should you keep?Answer: Slow by 5 to 10 mph and follow 5 to 6 seconds backPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 45
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Reduce your speed by 5 to 10 mph on wet roads and increase your following distance to five (5) or six (6) seconds.
20 mphYou approach a police stop on the shoulder but traffic prevents you from moving to a lane that is not next to it. What does Pennsylvania's Move Over law require?Answer: Slow to at least 20 mph below the posted speed limitPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 63
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If drivers cannot move over because of traffic or other conditions, they must reduce their speed to at least 20 miles per hour below the posted speed limit.
35 mphAt what speed can your car start to hydroplane in water only 1/10 of an inch deep?Answer: As low as 35 mphPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 45
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You can hydroplane at speeds as low as 35 mph, when water is only 1/10 of an inch deep.
25 mph, 10 mphYour right wheels drop off the pavement onto a low shoulder. After slowing, at about what speed should you be before easing back onto the road?Answer: Less than 25 mph, preferably closer to 10 mphPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 68
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Continue to slow gradually until you are traveling very slowly - less than 25 mph and preferably closer to 10 mph

Distances & following gaps

15 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
10 feetSchool busesDrivers meeting or overtaking a stopped school bus with flashing red lights and side stop arms extended must stop at least 10 feet away and not proceed until the red lights are off and children have reached safetypalegis.us
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the driver of a vehicle meeting or overtaking any school bus stopped on a highway or trafficway shall stop at least ten feet before reaching the school bus when the red signal lights on the school bus are flashing and the side stop signal arms are activated
3 inchesA yellow sign warns of a LOW SHOULDER. What does it tell you about the shoulder?Answer: It may be as much as 3 inches below the level of the roadPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 20
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The LOW SHOULDER sign is used where the shoulder is as much as three (3) inches below the level of the road.
100 feetYou are driving 30 mph and plan to turn right. Under Pennsylvania law, how far ahead must you signal?Answer: At least 100 feet before the turnPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 48
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you must always use your turn signals at least 100 feet before turning, if you are driving less than 35 mph.
300 feetYou are driving 45 mph on a rural highway and plan to turn left. How far ahead must you signal?Answer: At least 300 feet before the turnPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 48
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If you are driving 35 mph or more, you must signal at least 300 feet before turning.
500 feetBefore making a U-turn, how far away should drivers coming from every direction be?Answer: At least 500 feetPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 50
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make sure drivers coming from all directions are at least 500 feet away from you, and they can see you clearly.
100 feetUnless a traffic control device says otherwise, you may not pass when you are within how many feet of an intersection or railroad crossing?Answer: 100 feetPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 51
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You are within 100 feet of or are crossing any intersection or railroad grade crossing, unless an official traffic control device says you may.
4 mileTo pass a slower vehicle at 45 mph on a two-lane road, about how much clear roadway do you need?Answer: About 1/4 milePennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 51
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At 45 mph, this translates into 1/4 mile of clear roadway you need to safely pass a slower vehicle.
4 secondsOn dry pavement, what following distance does the Pennsylvania manual recommend?Answer: At least 4 secondsPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 40
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If you pass the marking or object in less than four (4) seconds, you are following too closely.
8 feetThe manual says to increase your following distance when you lack an escape path of a certain width on at least one side of your car. What is that width?Answer: 8 feetPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 40
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If you do not have at least eight (8) feet of space on at least one side of your vehicle to use as an escape path, you will need to allow more space to the front
12 to 15 secondsHow far ahead should you be able to identify problem situations while driving?Answer: 12 to 15 seconds aheadPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 41
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You should be able to identify problem situations 12 to 15 seconds ahead
4 feetUnder Pennsylvania's safe passing law, how much space must you leave when passing a bicycle?Answer: At least 4 feetPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 96
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When passing, you must allow at least four (4) feet between your vehicle and a bicycle in order to pass safely.
10 feetA school bus stops ahead with red lights flashing and its stop arm out. How close may you get to it?Answer: You must stop at least 10 feet awayPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 62
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you must stop at least 10 feet away from the bus whether you are behind it or coming toward it on the same roadway
1,000 feetPennsylvania law requires headlights when you cannot see people or vehicles on the highway for how far ahead?Answer: 1,000 feetPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 44
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When they cannot see pedestrians or vehicles on the highway for a distance of 1,000 feet ahead of the vehicle they are operating.
500 feetAt night, Pennsylvania law requires you to switch to low beams when you are within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?Answer: 500 feetPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 44
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Pennsylvania law requires you use low beams whenever you are within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle and when you are following a vehicle within 300 feet.
6 inchesAccording to the manual, how deep does water have to be on a road before it can make you lose control?Answer: As little as 6 inchesPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 66
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as little as six (6) inches of water can cause you to lose control of your vehicle or truck and can float some small vehicles.

Parking

5 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
15 feetIn Pennsylvania, how close to a fire hydrant may you park?Answer: No closer than 15 feetPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 57
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Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.
30 feetYou want to park near a stop sign at the side of the road. How far from it must you be?Answer: At least 30 feetPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 57
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Within 30 feet of any flashing signal, stop sign, yield sign or traffic control device located at the side of a roadway.
20 feet, 50 feetWhich pair of Pennsylvania no-parking distances is correct?Answer: 20 feet from a fire station driveway; 50 feet from the nearest rail of a railroad crossingPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 57
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Within 20 feet of a driveway entrance to a fire station. Between roadways of a divided highway, including crossovers. Where your vehicle would prevent a streetcar from moving freely. Within 50 feet of the nearest rail at a railroad crossing.
12 inchesWhen you parallel park along a curb, what is the farthest your car may be from the curb?Answer: 12 inchesPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 57
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If the street you are on has a curb, you must park as close to it as possible, but no more than 12 inches away.
500 feetYour car breaks down and you have no choice but to stop on the roadway. Besides using your four-way flashers, what does the manual say?Answer: Make sure the car can be seen at least 500 feet in both directionsPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 56
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When you must park on the roadway, use your four-way flashers and give enough room to passing vehicles. Make sure your vehicle can be seen at least 500 feet in both directions.

Ages, permits & the test

10 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
18Questions on the testpa.gov
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The Knowledge Test consists of 18 multiple choice questions. You must answer 15 questions correctly to pass the test.
15 of 18Correct answers to passpa.gov
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The Knowledge Test consists of 18 multiple choice questions. You must answer 15 questions correctly to pass the test.
$45.5Feepa.gov
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The total fees are $45.50 for a Class C permit and $63.50 for both Class C and Class M permits. The fee is $6.00 for a Class C permit and $18.00 for a Class M permit, plus $39.50 for your 4-year Pennsylvania Photo Driver's License.
21-yearYou are 16 and have a learner's permit. Which of these people may legally supervise your practice driving?Answer: A licensed 21-year-old neighborPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 7
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You may only drive under the supervision of a licensed driver who is at least 21 years of age or a parent, guardian, person in loco parentis, or spouse who is 18 years of age or older and holds a driver's license.
65 hoursIf you are under 18, how many hours of supervised behind-the-wheel practice must you complete before your Pennsylvania road test?Answer: 65 hoursPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 6
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If you are under the age of 18, you are required to complete at least 65 hours of behind-the-wheel skill-building
10 hours, 5 hoursOf your 65 required practice hours, how many must be nighttime driving and how many bad-weather driving?Answer: At least 10 hours at night and 5 hours in bad weatherPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 6
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including no less than 10 hours of nighttime driving and five (5) hours of bad weather driving before taking your Road Test.
Six monthsIf you are under 18, how long must you hold your learner's permit before you can take the road test?Answer: Six months from the permit issue datePennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 6
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After you have waited the mandatory six (6) months from your permit issue date
Seven daysYou are 17 and fail the Pennsylvania road test. How long must you wait before you can retake it?Answer: Seven daysPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 10
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If you are under the age of 18 and fail the Road Test, Pennsylvania law requires you to wait seven (7) days before you can retake the Road Test.
90-dayA junior license holder with no earlier suspensions is convicted of driving 27 mph over the posted speed limit. What happens?Answer: A mandatory 90-day suspensionPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 8
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You will receive a mandatory 90-day suspension if you accumulate six (6) or more points or are convicted of driving 26 miles per hour (mph) or more over the posted speed limit.
30-dayWhat is the license penalty for failing to obey a railroad crossing gate or barrier in Pennsylvania?Answer: A 30-day suspensionPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 83
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Failure to comply with a railroad crossing gate or barrier (30-day suspension).

Time limits & deadlines

5 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
five daysCrashesIf police do not investigate such a crash, the driver must send PennDOT a written report within five dayspalegis.us
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the driver of a vehicle which is in any manner involved in the accident shall, within five days of the accident, forward a written report of the accident to the department.
three monthsPennDOT finds that your registered vehicle had no insurance for 31 days or longer. What happens to the registration?Answer: It is suspended for three monthsPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 84
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If PennDOT finds your vehicle was not covered by insurance for a period of 31 days or longer, your registration will be suspended for three (3) months.
15 daysYou move to a new address in Pennsylvania. How soon must you notify PennDOT?Answer: Within 15 daysPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 93
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if your name or address is changed, you must notify PennDOT within 15 days of that change even if moving out of state.
12 monthsHow often must a Pennsylvania-registered car pass a safety inspection?Answer: Every 12 monthsPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 96
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Your vehicle must have a safety inspection at an authorized inspection station every 12 months.
5 daysYou are in a crash, police do not investigate, and one vehicle must be towed. What must you do?Answer: Send a Driver's Accident Report (AA-600) to PennDOT within 5 daysPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 85
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If the police do not investigate a crash and someone has died or been injured, or if a vehicle must be towed, send a Driver's Accident Report Form (AA-600) within five (5) days

Seat belts, lights & equipment

4 numbers
NumberWhat it’s aboutSource
under 18Seat beltsDrivers under 18palegis.us
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secure or cause to be secured in a properly adjusted and fastened safety seat belt every vehicle occupant eight years of age or older but under 18 years of age.
age 8, under 18Under Pennsylvania law, which back-seat passengers must wear a seat belt?Answer: Passengers age 8 or older but under 18Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 93
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If you are transporting passengers age eight (8) or older but less than age 18, they must wear seat belts, no matter where they are riding in the vehicle.
age 2Until what age must a child ride in a rear-facing car seat in Pennsylvania?Answer: Until age 2, or until they outgrow the seat's limitsPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 94
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Children younger than age 2 must be secured in a rear-facing car seat until the child outgrows the maximum weight and height limits of the car seat
10 inchesTo be safe in case your air bag deploys, how far should you sit from the steering wheel?Answer: At least 10 inchesPennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 95
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To be safe, in case the air bag deploys, you should be at least 10 inches away from the steering wheel.

Memory tips

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  • 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.
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Questions about the numbers

What numbers do I need to know for the Pennsylvania 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 76 of them for Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), Pennsylvania statutes or PennDOT pages. Our build checks that every number on this page appears word for word in the quote it cites.

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