Can I Take the Subject 4 Test with a Temporary ID?
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Temporary ID can be used to take the Subject 4 test because it holds the same legal validity as a regular ID. Simply visit any public security bureau, submit your household registration booklet, a recent one-inch black-and-white photo without a hat, and pay a 10 RMB document fee to obtain a temporary ID on the same day. The Subject 4 test consists of 50 questions presented in the form of case studies, images, animations, etc. The total score is 100, with a passing score of 90. Subject 4, also known as the theoretical test or driver's theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination. After the implementation of the Ministry of Public Security's Order No. 123, the Subject 3 test was divided into two parts: the road test and an additional safety and civics knowledge test, commonly referred to as "Subject 4," which assesses "driving ethics." Since this test is conducted after Subject 3, it is commonly called the Subject 4 test, although officially, there is no such designation. If you fail the Subject 4 test, you do not need to retake the previously passed tests (Subject 1, Subject 2, Subject 3). You can schedule a retest on your own without paying additional fees. There are no restrictions on the number of retests, but the driving skill test permit is valid for three years. If the applicant fails to complete all tests within this period, the results of any passed subjects will be invalidated.
I recently passed the subject four test using a temporary ID because my official ID card was lost. I was quite nervous at the time, but I went to the police station to get a temporary one with a photo and ID number. The test center staff checked it and allowed me to take the exam directly. Generally, most DMVs accept temporary IDs, as they have the same legal validity as official ones, as long as all the information is complete. However, to be safe, I recommend calling or visiting your local DMV a day or two in advance to confirm their policy, as there might be slight differences in different regions. Additionally, on the test day, bring an extra copy of your driver's license or household registration as a backup, just in case. This experience taught me the importance of keeping my ID card safe—don’t be as careless as I was.
