How many mistakes are allowed in the 50-question Subject 4 exam?

[EmersynLee]

According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses", for the Subject 3 road driving skills and safe civilized driving knowledge test, a score of 90 points or above is required to pass. Each incorrect answer deducts 2 points, meaning only 5 mistakes are allowed—any more will result in failure. The total score is 100 points. Questions 1-10 are true/false; questions 11-40 are single-choice; and questions 41-50 are multiple-choice. The test includes image analysis, animated case studies, and text descriptions. The scope of the Subject 4 exam covers: driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions; identification of common traffic signs, markings, and hand signals; accident rescue and hazardous material handling knowledge; comprehensive judgment of violations and case analysis; emergency avoidance knowledge; safe driving knowledge; and driving ethics and civilized driving knowledge. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses", there is no limit to the number of attempts for Subject 1 and Subject 4. If the first attempt on the same day is unsuccessful, an immediate retake is allowed. If still unsuccessful, rebooking is required, but no retake fee is charged. However, note that the driving skill test permit is valid for three years. If the applicant fails to complete all tests within this period, previously passed subjects will be invalidated. Subject 4, also known as the theoretical test or driver's theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. After the implementation of the Ministry of Public Security's Order No. 123, Subject 3 was divided into two parts: the road test and the safe civilized driving knowledge test, commonly referred to as "Subject 4", which evaluates "driving ethics". Subject 4 is the colloquial name for the safe civilized driving knowledge test under Subject 3 and is not a separate subject. Since this test follows Subject 3, it is habitually called Subject 4. Officially, there is no Subject 4. The safe civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3. Subject 4 exam notes: Exam duration: 30 minutes. The test terminates if 12 points (6 questions) are deducted during the exam. Number of questions: 50 questions are selected proportionally from the Subject 4 question bank based on the license type. For car licenses, questions are drawn from a pool of 800; for large vehicle licenses, from 1,023. Each question is worth 2 points. Question types: Single-choice (including true/false) and multiple-choice questions. The first 45 questions are single-choice, and the last 5 are multiple-choice. The test includes animated questions, image-based questions, scenario recognition questions, and text-based questions. Retake notes: Failing Subject 4 only requires retaking Subject 4. The driving school will schedule the retake, with no limit on attempts. No retake fee is charged. The driving test consists of 3 subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3, with Subject 3 divided into two parts. Subject 1 covers traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge; Subject 2 is the field driving skills test; and Subject 3 includes road driving skills and safe civilized driving knowledge.

[LeBarrett]

I just passed the Subject 4 test not long ago, and those 50 questions were nerve-wracking! You can only get a maximum of 5 questions wrong to pass, meaning you must answer at least 45 correctly. I got 3 wrong during my test, while a friend failed by missing 6 and had to retake it. The exam consists entirely of multiple-choice questions testing traffic rules and safe driving knowledge, such as how to yield to pedestrians or handle emergency braking on highways. Practicing with mock test apps is really helpful—I noted down frequently missed questions in a notebook and reviewed them repeatedly. Scores are displayed immediately after the test, and keeping errors under 5 is crucial because it ensures you grasp the basics of safety. Failing wastes both money and time. Now when driving, I pay more attention to details, and combining theory with practice makes it easier to remember. In short, don’t slack during preparation—aim to keep mistakes within 3-4 for a safer margin.

[StTravis]

As a seasoned driver, I remember that in the Subject 4 test, you could only get 5 out of 50 questions wrong to pass. Failing 6 meant a retake—the rules were quite strict. Back when I took it, I barely scraped by. Looking back, these standards are meant to reinforce safety knowledge, given the heavy responsibility of driving. The content mainly covers traffic regulations and emergency protocols, like alcohol testing and the dangers of fatigued driving. I advise newbies not to just memorize questions; understanding the principles makes passing easier. Doing mock tests a few times helps identify weak spots—don’t get discouraged by mistakes, just patch the gaps. Even after passing, stay vigilant; real-world driving applies these rules daily, so periodic review is helpful. This test is a threshold to ensure everyone has basic safety awareness.

[DiKeira]

The Subject 4 test consists of 50 questions, with a passing standard of no more than 5 errors. Failing 6 questions means failure, and you must answer at least 45 questions correctly. The content covers traffic safety, regulations, and operational knowledge, such as right-of-way rules at intersections and accident handling. Passing the test indicates that you have a basic foundation of driving knowledge, but don't relax—applying it flexibly in actual driving is key. Prepare by practicing with question banks.

[DiArcher]

Preparing for Subject 4 makes me a bit anxious: I heard you can only get 5 or fewer questions wrong out of 50 to pass. In mock tests, I often get 7-8 wrong, worrying about failing and wasting time. The exam content varies a lot, including single-choice and multiple-choice questions, with a focus on safe driving points. It's recommended to do a few full-length practice tests before the exam to familiarize yourself with the question types and pacing. Don't overlook small details, like the sequence of traffic lights. If you get more than 5 wrong, you have to retake the exam, which means significant cost and effort loss.