UT DMV Study Guide 2026

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UT DMV exam key facts

  • The Utah written knowledge test is not timed, but it generally takes 30 to 45 minutes to finish. Source
  • The Utah written knowledge test requires a score of 80% or better to pass. Source
  • The Utah regular Class D license fee is $52.00 for adults and $39.00 for minors, and it is non-refundable. Source
  • The Utah test fee allows no more than three attempts within 12 months, and applicants can take two written knowledge tests per day. Source
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📋 UT DMV Exam Format at a Glance

50
Questions
45 min
Time Limit
80.00%
Passing Score

📚 UT DMV Topics to Study (13)

✍️ Sample UT DMV Questions & Answers

1. How far must you park from an intersection?
✓ At least 20 feet from a crosswalk

You must park at least 20 feet from a crosswalk at an intersection to maintain visibility for both drivers and pedestrians.

2. How does alcohol affect driving ability?
✓ It impairs judgment, reduces reaction time, and decreases coordination

Alcohol impairs multiple driving-related functions including judgment, reaction time, coordination, and perception, even at levels below the legal limit.

3. Why is it important to have an escape route while driving?
✓ To have an alternative path available if a sudden hazard requires evasive action

Always maintaining an escape route — space to maneuver into if danger appears — gives you options beyond just braking when an emergency occurs.

4. What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a full, unrestricted driver’s license in Utah?
✓ 16 years old, provided the applicant has held a learner’s permit for at least six months.

In Utah, the graduated driver licensing (GDL) program requires new drivers to progress through specific stages to ensure they gain sufficient experience. To obtain a full, unrestricted driver's license, an applicant must be at least 16 years old and have successfully completed the learner's permit phase, which includes holding the permit for a minimum of six months and meeting other supervised driving requirements.

5. What should you do when encountering a horse-drawn vehicle on the road?
✓ Slow down, give extra space, and avoid honking or making loud noises

Horses can be startled by loud noises and sudden movements. Slow down, give ample room, and avoid actions that might spook the animal.

6. What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?
✓ Steer in the direction you want to go and avoid slamming the brakes

When skidding on ice, steer gently in the direction you want to travel, ease off the gas, and avoid sudden braking which can worsen the skid.

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  1. dld.utah.gov — Eligibility, score validity, fees, exam format, retake fee, passing score, retake policy, time limit · verified Oct 2026