Late teens are excited about the prospect of getting their driver’s license because of the level of independence that comes with holding a license. Not many are equally enthusiastic about the Florida DMV test that is required to secure a license though.  You have to pass a written exam and a road test.

It was found that 1 in 5 drivers on the road couldn’t crack their test in the first attempt. In fact, a whopping 70% of the first-timers fail to ace the test. Of course, you can take the test again but passing it in the first attempt saves time, stress and money. Strive to pass in the first attempt.

Boost your chances of passing your written test

Knowing what to expect in the Florida permit test and staying prepared is the key to pass the test in the first attempt. Visit driverknowledge.com to take the Florida Permit practice test. Their tests have the same layout as the actual test and are designed to be challenging. By taking practice tests you’ll be more confident when taking the actual test.

Preparing for the written test

All the questions come from the Florida Driver manual. Out of the 50 multiple choice questions, 10 will be on road signs and the remaining 40 will be on road rules. You’ll have to score 80% to pass the test.

• Though it is not a mandatory requirement, enroll in a driving school. Your driving instructor will teach you all the nuances of driving.
• Go through the driver’s manual. Browse through it casually as it can be quite long. Takedown comprehensible notes for reference purposes and highlight important points. 
• Take a practice test online.
• Re-read the driver’s handbook again. Repeated studying will help you retain information better.
• Take more practice tests.

Before the day of the exam, get plenty of sleep. Don’t skip your breakfast. Both these are essential to calm down your nerves on the day of the test. Read the questions carefully before answering. If you encounter a difficult question, don’t let your nerves take over. Take a moment to relax and narrow down your choices. 

Preparing for the Florida road test

The driving test isn’t about getting you nervous. It is designed to check how well you are aware about the road rules and how you apply them under real-world conditions. Though the thought of it is enough to make some nervous, by now you would have had hours of practice on the road.  Few of the maneuvers based on which you will be assessed are:

• Turn about: Turning your car in a limited space
• Shifting gears: If you are taking a test for a manual transmission vehicle, the examiner sees how smooth you shift gears.
• Parking: Parking in the centre of a parking spot
• Quick stop: You’ll have to make a safe and quick stop when instructed
• Signal and turn: Proper use of turn signals before turning

Keep your eyes on the road at all times when you are behind the wheel. It is easy to clear both the written and road test if you spend ample time in preparation.