PASSING THE OMV WRITTEN TEST

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The official study guide for the drivers license test is available by calling 504-455-2103.

    If you’re a good student, you’ll probably find that the written driving test is the easiest part of your driving education. On the other hand, those who have never had much academic success may find themselves wondering how to pass the written driving test.

     On the bright side, if you’re excited about getting your license and you’re eager to learn how to drive safely, that’s definitely going to help. A strong interest in any subject will help the facts stick a little more easily. Beyond that, though, there are a number of things you can do to increase your chances at passing the test with ease.

     First, be sure that you have the study materials that you need. Our STUDY GUIDE page provides a guide that contains the topics that will be included on the Office of Motor Vehicle’s written driving exam. 

Read it completely at least once. From there, you can decide to review the trouble spots in greater depth, with less review for the sections that already make sense to you.

     As you’re reading, try to associate the concepts with what you know of driving from riding with others or taking your initial lessons behind the wheel. Don’t just memorize which way to turn your wheels when you park on a hill. Instead, consider why it’s done that way. If necessary, ask someone to help you out with a more thorough explanation or even a real-life demonstration.

     By associating the written test material with real actions and the reasoning behind those actions, the entire process will make more sense. Of course, you don’t always have to get that involved. You probably don’t need to ask why a stop sign is a stop sign. With things like road signs and specific facts and figures, you may find that repetition is the best teacher. Ask your parents to help quiz you when you’re riding along, or consider making flashcards for independent practice.

     To maximize your chances of success, you’ll also want to make sure that you’re well-rested on the day of the driving test. Make sure that you eat a good breakfast and leave plenty of time to take the test before any other obligations you may have that day.

The test will be given on a computer. Take the questions one at a time. Think about which answer sounds safest, because that’s often the correct answer.

     If you don’t pass the OMV test on your first try, make sure you figure out which areas caused you the most problems. There’s no shame in needing to retake the written test, and you may find that having missed an answer or two makes the correct solution even more memorable. With a bit of effort, you’ll probably find that it’s easier than you expected.