How Long Does the Subject One Test Take?
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The test duration is limited to 45 minutes. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," the Subject One test can be taken twice on the same day. If the first attempt is unsuccessful, a free second attempt is allowed. If the second attempt also fails, the Subject One test is terminated, and the candidate can only reschedule the test after ten days. Subject One, also known as the theoretical test or driver theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driving license assessment. The test content includes driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and related knowledge. The test is conducted via computer. The Subject One test consists of 100 questions, divided into single-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point, totaling 100 points. If 11 questions are answered incorrectly during the test, the system will automatically submit the test and end the session. Subject One test content: Driving license and motor vehicle management regulations; Road traffic conditions and regulations; Road traffic safety violations and penalties; Road traffic accident handling regulations; Basic knowledge of motor vehicles; Local regulations; Knowledge of braking systems and safety devices for large and medium-sized passenger and cargo vehicles; Special knowledge for wheeled self-propelled machinery, trams, and trolleybuses. Subject One test precautions: Candidates should pay attention to their attire during the test; no slippers are allowed. Electronic devices and bags are not permitted in the test room. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the precautions and procedures on the large screen and store personal belongings in a locker before entering the test room. Upon entering, the identity verification station will assign a seat. After finding your seat, begin the test. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and adhere to test discipline. If you fail the first attempt, a retake is available on the same day. If you fail again, you must pay to reschedule. After the test, queue to collect your score sheet and sign it. Failure to sign will render the result invalid. There is no limit to the number of times you can reschedule the Subject One test. Each subject can be taken once, with one retake allowed if the first attempt is unsuccessful. If you do not take the retake or fail it, the test is terminated, and the applicant must reschedule. In contrast, Subject Two and Subject Three have only five test attempts each. Subject Two and Subject Three tests can be rescheduled after ten days. If the Subject Three safe and civilized driving knowledge test is failed, the previously passed road driving skills test results remain valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject One, Subject Two, and Subject Three. Subject One refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test; Subject Two refers to the field driving skills test; Subject Three is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge tests. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject Three, so it is commonly referred to as Subject Four. However, the official term (as per the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123) does not include "Subject Four."
It took me 45 minutes to complete the written driving test (Subject 1), which consisted of 100 multiple-choice questions, each just one or two sentences long. I was a bit flustered at the beginning, but after glancing at the countdown timer, I steadied my pace. Actually, I had practiced countless mock tests on the driving test app during preparation, usually finishing them in about 20 minutes, but the exam atmosphere made me more focused. I recommend spending an hour daily reviewing questions one or two weeks in advance, especially familiarizing yourself with frequently tested traffic signs and regulation questions. After the test, I noticed most people submitted their papers around the 40-minute mark. Passing score of 90 is relatively easy, but carelessness can easily cost points. Don't forget to bring your ID card and appointment voucher - the security guards at the exam center entrance check strictly.
