How Long After Passing Subject Three Can You Take Subject Four?

[RoseRose]

After passing Subject Three, there are the following situations for taking Subject Four: In some cities, you can register for the Subject Four exam on the same day you pass Subject Three. In most cities, after passing the Subject Three exam, you need to make an online appointment. You can schedule the Subject Four exam one week after passing Subject Three. There is no time limit for the Subject Four exam. However, you must pass Subject Four within three years after passing Subject One; otherwise, your previous exam results will become invalid. Subject Four, also known as the Subject Four theoretical exam or driver theory exam, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. It includes requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, knowledge of safe driving under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations such as tire blowouts, and knowledge of post-accident procedures. Subject Four Exam Notes: Exam Duration: The exam lasts 30 minutes. If you make 12 mistakes (6 questions) during the exam, the session will be terminated. Number of Questions: Depending on the type of driver's license, 50 questions are randomly selected from the corresponding Subject Four question bank. For car licenses, questions are drawn from a pool of 800, while for large vehicle licenses, they come from a pool of 1,023. Each question is worth 2 points. Question Types: The exam includes single-choice questions (including true/false questions) and multiple-choice questions. The first 45 questions are single-choice, and the last 5 are multiple-choice. The exam also features animated questions, picture-based questions, scenario identification questions, and text-based questions. Retake Notes: If you fail Subject Four, you only need to retake Subject Four. The driving school will schedule the retake, and there is no limit to the number of retakes. You can retake the exam until you pass, and no additional fees are required for Subject Four retakes. Subject Four Exam Tips: Strengthen Weak Areas and Identify Mistakes: For marked questions, don't just memorize the correct answer. Refer to regulations, textbooks, or reference materials to understand the reasons behind the mistakes and internalize them. Categorize and Summarize Questions: Use the question bank analysis to group similar questions. Many questions in the bank are similar and can be confusing, so it's helpful to analyze them together. For example, traffic signs for walking, hiking, pedestrian crossings, and pedestrian warnings look similar and can be easily mixed up. Grouping them during study reduces errors. Use Memory Techniques: Many questions involve numbers. Summarizing these numbers can make them easier to remember. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject One, Subject Two, and Subject Three. Subject Three is divided into two parts. Subject Four is the colloquial term for the Subject Three Safe and Civilized Driving Knowledge Exam and is not a separate subject. Subject One refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge exam. Subject Two refers to the field driving skills exam. Subject Three refers to the road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge exam. The safe and civilized driving knowledge exam is conducted after Subject Three.

[BradleyFitz]

I remember being super happy right after passing the Subject 3 test. The arrangement for Subject 4 was pretty quick too. Generally, you can schedule Subject 4 right after passing Subject 3, and sometimes you can even get into the exam on the same day at the vehicle management office, but this depends on the local regulations and how fast your driving school handles it. In some places with more people and longer queues, like in my city, you might have to wait two or three days for the driving school to schedule it, but it’s faster in the suburbs. I suggest you strike while the iron is hot and quickly review the Subject 4 materials. The questions on the app aren’t hard, but they do cover some details about driving safety, like emergency handling and sign recognition. The sooner you get it done, the sooner you can get your license and hit the road, avoiding the anxiety of waiting too long. Personally, I waited a week to take the test, but that was because I was too busy with work to prepare. It’s better to ask your instructor for arrangements to be more secure.

[RyanLee]

From my years of driving experience, the waiting time between passing Subject 3 and taking Subject 4 is relatively short. In most cases, you can schedule it within one or two days, but it ultimately depends on the driving school's assistance and the DMV's scheduling. Some students opt to take it on the same day for speed, which can work out well, but don't neglect preparation. After all, the safety knowledge tested in Subject 4's theory exam directly relates to driving practice, such as key points like nighttime driving rules. I recommend first confirming the process with your driving school—they can provide the latest information so you don’t have to research it yourself. The exam content isn’t overly difficult, but it’s best to build a solid foundation. Don’t rush and become careless just because of time pressure. Local regulations vary widely—I’ve seen some people wait three days but perform more steadily. Overall, the process is smooth, so don’t worry.

[EliFitz]

Back when I was a student getting my driver's license, right after passing Subject 3, Subject 4 was scheduled, usually wrapped up within a week—super fast. The key is having the driving school handle the arrangements; if they're efficient, you can take the test in 3-5 days without disrupting studies. The exam is all theoretical safety questions, easily prepped by practicing on apps—stuff like traffic signals and emergency braking needs to be second nature. Book early to save time; get your license sooner and you can hit the road for graduation trips.