Do I Need to Contact the Coach for Subject One?
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You do not need to contact the coach for Subject One. Here is more relevant information: 1. Subject One: Subject One, also known as the theoretical test or driver's theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the test content includes the theoretical basis of driving, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and other related knowledge. The test format is computer-based, with 100 questions, and a score of 90 or above is required to pass. 2. Failure to attend Subject One on time: First, if you are unable to attend the Subject One test on the scheduled day due to personal reasons, it will be treated as a failure, and you will need to reschedule the test and pay a retake fee. Second, according to Article 36 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" (Order No. 123 of the Ministry of Public Security), if an applicant cannot attend the test at the scheduled time for any reason, they must apply to cancel the appointment one day in advance. As long as the appointment is canceled, you can reschedule the test at another time, and it will not be counted as a failure, nor will you need to pay a retake fee.
I remember when I signed up for driving lessons, the coach just threw two app links into the group chat, saying that the written test (Subject 1) could be passed by self-studying with practice questions. However, every Wednesday night, he would host a Tencent Meeting to go over commonly missed questions and remind us about exam precautions. Once, when I kept failing the mock exams, he privately sent me a set of quick memorization tips and reminded me not to wear shoes with metal parts to the test center. Actually, contacting the coach was mainly to schedule exam times, since they know the DMV's slot release patterns well and can help secure weekend slots. If you're a strong self-learner, you don’t need a coach at all, but for beginners who struggle with traffic signs, a coach’s guidance can save a lot of trouble.
Scoring above 90 in mock exams on study apps means you're solid—no need to pester the coach daily. When I was preparing, I didn’t even add the coach on WeChat and booked my test directly through 12123. There was this one lady constantly asking about fine-related questions in the group chat, and the coach responded slower than Baidu. But if the coach reaches out to you first, it’s probably to chase you for retake fees or schedule practice car time. After all, theory lessons bring them little commission—their focus is mostly on Subject 3. The only thing to watch out for is confirming the test center location in advance; coaches usually only escort students to remote test sites.
When I enrolled, the driving school gave me a textbook, and the instructor just said I must pass Subject 1 within a month. I relied entirely on the 'Driving Test Treasure' app to practice questions, reviewing the wrong answers three times. On the exam day, I took the subway by myself—didn’t even save the instructor’s number. The theory training fee was already included in the tuition, so they’re eager for you to pass Subject 1 quickly to schedule practical lessons. However, if you have color vision issues like color weakness or color blindness, it’s best to inform the instructor in advance to avoid a wasted trip to the DMV for the medical check. The 'Next Wheel Driving Test' app is far more reliable than asking the instructor—its question bank updates in real time.
