Can Subject 4 be taken at any time of the day?
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No, the Subject 4 exam must first be scheduled through the driving school or its official website. Only after a successful reservation can you take the exam. Without prior scheduling, the exam center will not have a seat number assigned for you. As long as it is within the validity period, you can schedule the exam at any time, and there is no limit to the number of attempts for the Subject 4 exam. Relevant information is as follows: Subject 4: Also known as the Subject 4 theory test or driver theory test, it is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. The main content includes: requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, knowledge of safe driving under adverse weather and complex road conditions, handling methods for emergencies such as tire blowouts, and knowledge of post-accident procedures.
I passed the subject four test, and I was really anxious to know if I could go all day, but later I found out it's basically impossible. The test center only operates during working hours, usually from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the morning and from 1 PM to around 5 PM in the afternoon. The exact schedule depends on which DMV you booked with, as rules vary by location. After registration, my coach helped me schedule the date, and I could only choose a weekday, as weekends and holidays are generally not available. The night before the test, I was so nervous I couldn't sleep, but I arrived on time that day and finally felt relieved. A reminder to everyone: make sure to check the schedule on the driving school app or website to avoid a wasted trip—losing a whole day would be such a pity. In short, early planning saves trouble.
Looking back, the process for taking the Theory Test Part 4 (subject four) is quite rigorous. The exam slots are fixed during working hours on weekdays. In my area, for example, appointment slots are available from 9 AM to 12 PM and from 2 PM to 5 PM. It's not a walk-in test available around the clock because the staff need breaks and have other procedures to handle. If you show up without an appointment, you definitely won't be admitted. I recommend booking your slot about a week in advance through the driving school system or the Traffic Management 12123 app, choosing a time that suits you. Test center resources are limited, and if you miss your slot, you'll have to queue all over again. It's advisable to arrive half an hour early on the exam day to avoid any delays. My driving instructor always emphasized time management during training—turns out, he was absolutely right.
