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Nebraska Permit Practice Test
20 real questions from our handbook-verified Nebraska bank · Updated July 12, 2026
The official Nebraska knowledge test has 25 questions — you can miss 5 and still pass (80%). That 80% bar ties Nebraska with 35 other states at #7 strictest of the 50 states. Nebraska offers the real exam in Spanish — practica en español aquí.
The real Nebraska exam format — this practice test scores you against the same 80% bar.
Answer each question to see the explanation. Your score is tallied against the real passing bar at the end.
1. It is unlawful to operate a motor vehicle in Nebraska if the driver, regardless of age or vehicle type, has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of:
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Correct answer: .08% or higher
It is unlawful to drive with a BAC of .08% or higher regardless of your age or vehicle type. Lower limits also apply — .02% if under 21, and .04% when operating a commercial motor vehicle.
2. A new resident who moves to Nebraska with a valid license from another state must obtain a Nebraska license within how long?
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Correct answer: 30 days
Any new resident with a valid license from another state must obtain a Nebraska license within 30 days of establishing residency.
3. When you park next to a curb, how close to the curb should the vehicle be?
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Correct answer: Within 12 inches of and parallel to the curb
Park the vehicle within 12 inches of and parallel to the curb or the road’s edge. Always park on the right side of the roadway unless you are on a one-way street.
4. What is the first thing you must do if you are involved in a crash?
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Correct answer: Stop your vehicle at the scene or as close as possible
Stop your vehicle at the scene of the crash or as close as possible. Assist the injured if aid is needed, notify emergency authorities, and use flares, reflectors, or flashlights to alert other traffic.
5. At an uncontrolled intersection with no signs or signals, where two vehicles arrive at about the same time, you should:
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Correct answer: Yield to the vehicle approaching from your right
At an uncontrolled intersection where vehicles arrive at approximately the same time, watch for vehicles coming from the right and yield the right-of-way to them.
6. What is the minimum speed allowed for driving on the interstate in Nebraska?
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Correct answer: 40 MPH
The minimum speed on the interstate is 40 MPH. Driving too slowly on a high-speed highway is a hazard to you and to the traffic around you.
7. How much of a traffic lane should you allow a motorcyclist?
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Correct answer: A full lane width — do not share the lane
Motorcycles have the same rights as any vehicle. Allow a motorcyclist a full lane width. Even though there may seem to be room to share, the rider needs the whole lane to maneuver safely.
8. At an intersection where the traffic signal is dark (not operating) because of a power failure, you should:
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Correct answer: Treat the intersection as an all-way stop
If a traffic signal is dark because of a power failure and no officer or traffic control is directing traffic, the intersection must be treated as an all-way stop.
9. Nebraska’s basic speed law requires you to drive:
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Correct answer: At a speed that is reasonable and safe under existing conditions
Nebraska’s speed law requires driving at a speed that is reasonable and safe under existing conditions — which may be below the posted limit in rain, fog, or heavy traffic.
10. A vehicle traveling slower than the normal speed of traffic must be driven:
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Correct answer: In the right lane, or as close as practicable to the right curb or edge
Any vehicle proceeding at less than the normal speed of traffic must be driven in the right lane, or as close as practicable to the right curb or edge, except when passing or preparing for a left turn.
11. Under Nebraska’s "zero tolerance" law, a driver under age 21 violates the law by driving with a BAC of:
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Correct answer: .02% or higher
Nebraska has a "zero tolerance" law for drivers under 21. It is a violation to operate a motor vehicle with a BAC of .02% or higher — essentially any measurable alcohol in your system.
12. What is the minimum age to apply for a School Learner’s Permit (LPE) in Nebraska?
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Correct answer: 14
A School Learner’s Permit (LPE) may be issued at age 14 (not before the 14th birthday). It lets an eligible student legally practice driving for a School Permit and is valid for six months.
13. On a two-way street, which side of the roadway should you park on?
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Correct answer: The right side
Always park on the right side of the roadway unless it is a one-way street. Parking on the right keeps you out of the path of oncoming traffic.
14. After a crash, which information should you exchange with the other driver?
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Correct answer: Name, address, phone, license plate, driver’s license number, and insurance
Exchange your name, address, and telephone number, license plate number, driver’s license number, insurance information, and the make, model, and year of your vehicle with the other drivers.
15. At a four-way stop, if two drivers stop at about the same time, common courtesy is that:
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Correct answer: The driver who stops first should be permitted to go first
At a four-way stop, the driver who stops first should be permitted to go first. If in doubt, yield to the driver on your right, and never insist on the right-of-way and risk a collision.
16. When driving on the interstate, slower traffic should keep to the:
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Correct answer: Right
On the interstate, slower traffic keeps to the right. Stay in the right lane unless you are overtaking and passing another vehicle, and avoid unnecessary lane changing.
17. Why are motorcycles harder to see than other vehicles?
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Correct answer: They have a much smaller profile, making speed and distance hard to judge
Motorcycles have a much smaller profile than other vehicles, which makes it harder to judge their speed and distance. Always check mirrors and blind spots before changing lanes or at intersections.
18. A steady yellow traffic light means:
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Correct answer: The light is about to change to red — stop if you can do so safely
A steady yellow light is a warning that the light is about to change to red. If you have not entered the intersection, bring the vehicle to a safe stop. Speeding up to “beat the light” is unlawful.
19. Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit on a rural interstate highway in Nebraska is:
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Correct answer: 75 mph
Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit is 75 mph on rural interstate highways — the highest limit in the state.
20. How far before a turn must you signal in Nebraska?
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Correct answer: At least 100 feet before turning
You must signal at least 100 feet before turning or moving right or left.
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Nebraska test facts
How many questions are on the Nebraska permit test?
25 questions. You need 20 correct (80%) — you can miss 5. Full details in the passing-score calculator.
What happens if I fail?
You can retake it the next day.
Can I take the Nebraska test in Spanish?
Yes — Nebraska offers the knowledge test in Spanish. Try the Spanish practice test. See which states test in Spanish.
What age can I get my permit in Nebraska?
The minimum learner's permit age is 15. You'll need 50 supervised practice hours before the license stage. Full ladder in the permit-age lookup.