How to Get Your West Virginia Learner’s Permit

Most people think one or two quizzes is enough - then the DMV knowledge exam surprises them. On Driving-Tests.org, every question is based on the official West Virginia Driver’s Manual and written in real exam style: tricky wording, double-negatives, and the same pitfalls people miss at the counter.
Steven Litvintchouk, M.S., Chief Educational Researcher at Driving-Tests.org

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WV DMV permit test - what to expect

The West Virginia permit test has 25 questions. You must get 19 correct (76%) to pass.

25 questions 19 to pass (76%)
  • Where: Any West Virginia DMV office (find locations)
  • Bring: ID + SSN + residency proof + permit/license fee (see checklist)
  • If you fail: Retake after 7 days (you cannot take the test twice within one week).
  • Commonly missed: emergency vehicle right-of-way, lane changes and blind spots, and school zone speed limits.

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