Late teens are excited about the prospect of getting their driverās 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.Ā You have to pass a written exam and a road test.
It was found that 1 in 5 drivers on the road couldnāt 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 youāll 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. Youāll 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 driverās manual. Browse through it casually as it can be quite long. Takedown comprehensible notes for reference purposes and highlight important points.Ā
- Take a practice test online.
- Re-read the driverās handbook again. Repeated studying will help you retain information better.
- Take more practice tests.
Before the day of the exam, get plenty of sleep. Donāt 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, donāt let your nerves take over. Take a moment to relax and narrow down your choices.Ā
Preparing for the Florida road test
The driving test isnāt 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.Ā 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: Youāll 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.
