Can I take the second session if I'm late for the first session of Subject 1?
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If you are late for the first session of the Subject 1 exam, you can choose to take the second session. The total time for the Subject 1 exam is 45 minutes. The exam consists of 100 questions, including true/false and multiple-choice questions, with a full score of 100 and a passing score of 90. The exam questions are randomly selected and combined by the computer driver's license examination system according to the proportion specified in the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Work Regulations". The examination process for Subject 1: Follow the staff's instructions and pick up your driving training file in order in the waiting area; Carry and present your ID card for inspection by the supervising officer; Mobile phones must be turned off when entering the examination area; No loud talking is allowed in the examination area; Regulation textbooks are not allowed in the examination area (or should be kept in your bag); After the exam, keep your ID card safe and submit the file to the "Certificate Submission Window" at the front of the examination area; Students who pass the exam should sign under the guidance of the staff at the exit before leaving; Students who fail the exam can leave immediately and wait for the driving school staff to notify them of the retake time.
As a professional with years of experience in driving schools, I must remind you about the handling of being late for the Theory Test (Subject 1): Generally, if you miss the first session, you cannot directly attend the second one; because the exam schedule is strictly divided by time, each candidate has a fixed session and must attend punctually. Being late will likely be considered as forfeiting that exam session, requiring you to rebook and pay a resit fee. I've seen many candidates miss crucial steps due to rushing, so I always recommend arriving at the test center half an hour early to familiarize yourself with the environment and bring your ID card and booking confirmation to minimize unexpected issues. If you are indeed late, don't worry—contact the driving school or test center immediately to inquire about the next available session, which usually requires about a week's wait for rescheduling.
