In Washington, children under what age must ride in the back seat when it is practical?
- A13
- B8
- C10
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A. 13
Washington law requires children under 13 to be transported in the back seat where practical, because of airbag risks.
Washington DMV Practice Test 2026
Free practice for the Washington knowledge test (the written permit test), written from the Washington driver handbook, with every answer explained.
40questions on the real test
32correct answers to pass
80%passing score
0.08%legal BAC limit, 21 and over
Based on the Washington driver handbook. Requirements can change, so confirm with your Washington licensing agency before your test.
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Free practice tests
Each test has 20 questions. Get 16 or more right to match the 80% passing score.
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Practice test 1
Safe Driving Practices, Special Vehicles & Sharing the Road, Road Rules & Regulations
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Practice test 2
Parking & Emergencies, Vehicle & License Requirements, Alcohol & Drugs
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Washington guide
Key facts, from the official source
Every fact links to the official page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.
- Minimum age for an instruction permit
- 15 if you are enrolled in an approved driver training course; otherwise 15½.Source: dol.wa.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Permit age without driver training
- 15½, and without a driver training course you cannot get a license until 18.Source: dol.wa.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Instruction permit fee
- $35 for 1 year.Source: dol.wa.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Permit renewal fee
- $25 for 1 year.Source: dol.wa.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Driver guide languages
- The Washington Driver Guide PDF is offered in 17 languages, including Spanish.Source: dol.wa.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Office appointments
- Appointments are preferred for in-person renewals; walk-ins are served when possible.Source: dol.wa.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- First driver license fee
- $111 for 6 years or $131 for 8 years ($50 application + $10/year + $1 technology fee), plus driving school fees if you take training.Source: dol.wa.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Deadline to get a Washington license
- Within 30 days of moving to Washington; you also need it before registering vehicles.Source: dol.wa.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
Instruction permitSteps and official links →First licenseSteps and official links →RenewalSteps and official links →REAL IDSteps and official links →Moving to WashingtonSteps and official links →Lost or replacement licenseSteps and official links →
Official Washington links
Agency home pagedol.wa.gov ↗Appointmentsdol.wa.gov ↗Driver handbookdol.wa.gov ↗Driver handbook (PDF)dol.wa.gov ↗Driver handbook (Spanish)dol.wa.gov ↗Online renewaldol.wa.gov ↗REAL IDdol.wa.gov ↗Permit and first licensedol.wa.gov ↗New residentsdol.wa.gov ↗Replace a licensedol.wa.gov ↗Feesdol.wa.gov ↗
These links open official government websites. USA DMV is an independent study site and is not affiliated with any of them.
Sample questions
A few Washington questions to try
Think of your answer first, then open the explanation.
In Washington, how should you pass a bicyclist when there are two lanes going in your direction?
- AHonk and pass on the right
- BStay in your lane and pass within 1 foot
- CMove over one full lane
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C. Move over one full lane
Washington's guide says to move over one full lane to pass a bicyclist when there are two lanes in the same direction.
On a two-lane road, is it legal to pass another vehicle as you approach a railroad crossing?
- ANo, passing is prohibited near railroad crossings
- BYes, as long as no train is visible in either direction
- CYes, if the crossing gates are up
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A. No, passing is prohibited near railroad crossings
Passing on the left is prohibited when approaching a railroad crossing on a two-way road.
What’s covered
Topics on the Washington test
Counts are from the full Washington question bank in the app.
Safe Driving Practices141 questions
Special Vehicles & Sharing the Road104 questions
Road Rules & Regulations97 questions
Traffic Signs & Signals89 questions
Parking & Emergencies48 questions
Vehicle & License Requirements47 questions
Alcohol & Drugs26 questions
Speed Limits20 questions
Road signs
Sign questions are free points.
Road signs follow the same national standard in every state. Learn them once by shape and color.
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Questions
Washington test FAQ
How many questions are on the Washington knowledge test?
40 questions. You need 32 correct answers (80%) to pass. Confirm the current format with your Washington licensing agency before your test, because it can change.
Are these the real Washington DMV test questions?
No. They are practice questions written from the Washington driver handbook and cover the same topics, but they are not the official questions. USA DMV is not affiliated with any Washington agency.
How should I study?
Take the readiness check first to see your level. Read the handbook sections for the topics you missed, then take both free practice tests and read every explanation you got wrong. When you pass them comfortably, rehearse with a full-length timed exam in the app.
Not a government website. USA DMV (usadmv.app) is an independent study resource. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by any state DMV, the Texas Department of Public Safety or any other government agency. Practice questions are written to reflect official driver handbooks but are not the official test questions. Always confirm current requirements with your state’s licensing agency.