CT Learners Permit knowledge test prep

Learner’s Permit Test Format

25 questions, 20 correct needed to pass (80%)

Minimum Age for Permit

16 years old

Vision Requirement

Minimum 20/40 vision with or without correction

Permit Validity

Valid up to 2 years or until licensed

Qualified Supervising Adult

At least 20 years old, licensed 4+ years, no suspension

Passenger Rule (Permit, under 18) –

Only licensed instructor or one qualified adult in front seat

Red Sign Color –

Stop or prohibited actions

Yellow Sign Color –

Warning of hazards or conditions ahead

Orange Sign Color –

Construction or road work

White Sign Color –

Regulatory rules (speed, lane use)

Green Sign Color –

Directional guidance

Blue Sign Color –

Motorist services (gas, food, hospitals)

Brown Sign Color –

Recreation or parks

Stop Sign Shape –

Octagon

Yield Sign Shape –

Triangle pointing downward

Railroad Warning Shape –

Circle or X-shaped sign

School Zone Sign Shape –

Pentagon

Steady Green Light –

Go if intersection is clear

Steady Yellow Light –

Slow down and prepare to stop

Steady Red Light –

Stop completely

Flashing Red Light –

Treated as a stop sign

Flashing Yellow Light –

Proceed with caution

Solid Yellow Line –

Passing not allowed

Broken Yellow Line –

Passing allowed when safe

Double Solid Yellow Line –

No passing in either direction

Solid White Line –

Lane separation, no lane changes

Broken White Line –

Lane changes allowed

Right-of-Way Rule –

Yield to vehicles already in the intersection

Pedestrian Right-of-Way –

Pedestrians always have priority in crosswalks

Left Turn Rule –

Yield to oncoming traffic

Emergency Vehicle Rule –

Pull over and stop when lights or siren are active

School Bus Rule (Undivided Road) –

All traffic must stop for flashing red lights

School Bus Rule (Divided Highway) –

Only traffic behind the bus must stop

Railroad Crossing Rule –

Slow, look both ways, obey signals, never stop on tracks

Speed Limit Rule –

Obey posted limits and adjust for conditions

Residential Speed Awareness –

Typically lower speeds (around 25–30 mph)

Highway Speed Awareness –

Higher posted limits (often 55–65 mph)

Work Zone Rule –

Reduced speeds and increased fines

Turn Signal Requirement –

Signal at least 100 feet before turning

Passing Rule –

Pass only when safe and legal, usually on the left

Illegal Passing Locations –

Hills, curves, intersections, solid yellow lines

Seat Belt Law –

Required for all drivers and passengers

Rear-Facing Seat Requirement –

Children under 2 years old or under 30 lbs

Five-Point Harness Requirement –

Ages 2–5 or under 40 lbs

Booster Seat Requirement –

Ages 5–8 or 40–60 lbs

Seat Belt Fit Rule –

8+ years old and over 60 lbs

Cell Phone Law (Under 18) –

No phone use at all, including hands-free

Texting While Driving –

Illegal for all drivers

Zero Tolerance Law –

Any alcohol under age 21 results in penalties

Following Distance Rule –

Maintain at least a 3-second gap

Mirror Check Habit –

Check mirrors every 5–8 seconds

Safe Space Cushion –

Keep space in front, behind, and to the sides

Hydroplaning Response –

Ease off gas, do not brake hard, steer straight

Skid Control –

Steer in the direction you want the front of the car to go

Parking Near Fire Hydrant –

Illegal

Parking Near Intersection –

Illegal within marked distance

Downhill Parking Rule –

Turn wheels toward the curb

Uphill Parking Rule –

Turn wheels away from curb

Crash Reporting Requirement –

Stop, assist, exchange info, report if required

Leaving the Scene –

Illegal and punishable by law

Most Test Questions Source –

Connecticut Driver’s Manual

Best Test Strategy –

Choose the safest legal option when unsure