Can I still take the test if I'm late for the first session of Subject 1?
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Strictly speaking, no. Upon successful registration for Subject 1, the session number will be displayed, but the exact start time is difficult to determine. Generally, the first session of Subject 1 is at 9:00 AM, the second at 10:00 AM, the third at 1:00 PM, the fourth at 2:00 PM, and the fifth at 3:00 PM. However, the schedule may vary by test center, so please refer to the specific regulations of your test center. Below is an introduction to other test subjects: 1. Subject 2: Also known as the small road test, it is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment and refers to the field driving skills test. For small vehicles (C1 and C2), the test includes five mandatory items: reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving through curves (commonly known as the S-curve). 2. Subject 3: This includes the road driving skills test and the safe and civilized driving knowledge test, which are part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. The content of the road driving skills test varies depending on the type of vehicle being licensed. 3. Subject 4: Also known as the theoretical test or driver's theory test, it is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. Subject 3 is divided into two parts: the road test and the addition of the safe and civilized driving knowledge test, commonly referred to as "Subject 4," which evaluates "driving ethics." The test consists of 50 questions, presented in the form of case studies, images, animations, etc., with a full score of 100 and a passing score of 90.
It's really unfortunate to be late for the Subject 1 test. I have a friend who works at a driving school, and he's told me about many similar cases. The exam rules are very strict—you can still enter within 15 minutes after the test starts, but beyond that, there's no chance at all. I remember once accompanying someone to the test and seeing a young man arrive at the exam hall sweating profusely, only to be 20 minutes late. The examiner simply waved him off and told him to come back next time. So, it's crucial to allow plenty of time—arriving half an hour early is the safest bet. Unexpected events like traffic jams or difficulty finding the test center happen often, so it's best to scout the location in advance and familiarize yourself with the route. If you do end up being late, don't be too upset—just go to the DMV that day to reschedule. Usually, you can retake the test after seven days. However, this disrupts your study plan and means spending extra time reviewing and practicing questions.
