How Many Questions Are on the Texas DPS Exam
The Texas DPS Highway Sign and Traffic Law Examination has 30 multiple-choice questions. You need at least 21 correct (70%) to pass.
What the Questions Cover
Questions draw from the full range of Texas driving knowledge required for a license:
Texas traffic laws and right-of-way rules
Road signs — regulatory, warning, and guide signs
Traffic signals and pavement markings
Speed limits and safe driving practices
Alcohol and drug laws
Sharing the road safely
All content tested on the exam is covered in the course. The course is built around the Texas Driver Handbook, which is the official basis for the exam.
Exam Format
30 questions — all multiple-choice
Not timed — take as long as you need on each question
Passing: 21 or more correct
Results shown immediately after submission
Quick Facts
Detail | Information |
Total questions | 30 |
Format | Multiple-choice |
Passing | 21 of 30 correct (70%) |
Timed | No |
Results | Shown immediately after submission |
Content basis | Texas Driver Handbook |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the questions in a fixed order? The exam draws from the official DPS question set. The order and specific questions may vary between attempts.
How long does the exam take to complete? Most students complete the 30-question exam in 20–30 minutes. There is no time limit, so take as long as you need on each question.
Are the lesson quiz questions the same as the DPS exam questions? The lesson quizzes and DPS exam both draw from Texas traffic law content, but they are separate assessments. The DPS exam covers content from across all lessons.
Can I go back and change answers during the exam? Yes. You can review and change your answers before final submission.
Do all 30 questions count equally? Yes. Each question is worth one point toward your score of 30. You need 21 or more correct to pass.