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A driving test (also known as a driving exam) is a procedure designed to test a person's ability to drive a motor vehicle
Motor vehicle

A motor vehicle is a machine which incorporates a wikt:motor , and which is used for transportation. The internal combustion engine is the most common motor choice, although electric motors or other types are sometimes used....
. It exists in various forms worldwide, and is often a requirement for obtaining a driver's license
Driver's license

A driver's license, driver license, driver licence, or driving licence is an official document which states that a person may driving a motorized vehicle, such as a motorcycle, automobile, truck, or a bus....
. A driving test generally consists of one or two parts; the practical test, called a road test, used to assess a person's driving ability under normal operating conditions, and/or a written or oral test (theory test
Theory test

Theory test may refer to:* The two-part theory section of the United Kingdom driving test* The computerised test required to obtain a Driving licence in the Republic of Ireland...
) to confirm a person's knowledge of driving and relevant rules and laws.

The driving test tends to change every few years with additional tests being introduced: an example of this is the Hazard Perception test now included in the United Kingdom driving test.






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A driving test (also known as a driving exam) is a procedure designed to test a person's ability to drive a motor vehicle
Motor vehicle

A motor vehicle is a machine which incorporates a wikt:motor , and which is used for transportation. The internal combustion engine is the most common motor choice, although electric motors or other types are sometimes used....
. It exists in various forms worldwide, and is often a requirement for obtaining a driver's license
Driver's license

A driver's license, driver license, driver licence, or driving licence is an official document which states that a person may driving a motorized vehicle, such as a motorcycle, automobile, truck, or a bus....
. A driving test generally consists of one or two parts; the practical test, called a road test, used to assess a person's driving ability under normal operating conditions, and/or a written or oral test (theory test
Theory test

Theory test may refer to:* The two-part theory section of the United Kingdom driving test* The computerised test required to obtain a Driving licence in the Republic of Ireland...
) to confirm a person's knowledge of driving and relevant rules and laws.

The driving test tends to change every few years with additional tests being introduced: an example of this is the Hazard Perception test now included in the United Kingdom driving test. Also, in July 2008 the Show me, tell me section of the United Kingdom driving test changed. There are 19 different questions which can be asked in 18 different combinations:


See also

  • Driver's license
    Driver's license

    A driver's license, driver license, driver licence, or driving licence is an official document which states that a person may driving a motorized vehicle, such as a motorcycle, automobile, truck, or a bus....
  • United Kingdom driving test
    United Kingdom driving test

    The United Kingdom driving test first introduced in 1934 is a test which United Kingdom drivers must pass to obtain a full Driver's license. Different tests are available for users of different vehicles, from automobile drivers, to motorcycle and Large Goods Vehicle drivers....


Links

  • Rules of the Road - Free Drivers Exam Training - http://www.cansomebodyhelpme.com/learntodrive