How many retakes are allowed for Subject 1?
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For the driver's license Subject 1 exam, each test allows one retake, but there is no limit to the number of appointments. The "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" clearly stipulates that the Subject 1 exam can be taken twice on the same day. If the first attempt is unsuccessful, a second retake is allowed for free. If the second attempt still fails, the Subject 1 exam for that session is terminated, and the applicant must wait ten days before scheduling another exam. Subject 1, also known as the theoretical exam or driver theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. The exam content includes driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and related knowledge. The exam is computer-based with a time limit of 45 minutes. To pass the Subject 1 exam, a score of 90 or above is required. The exam consists of 100 questions, divided into single-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point (total 100 points). If 11 questions are answered incorrectly during the exam, the system will automatically submit the test and end the session. Subject 1 exam content includes: driver's license and motor vehicle management regulations; road traffic conditions and rules; road traffic safety violations and penalties; road traffic accident handling regulations; basic motor vehicle knowledge; local regulations; knowledge of braking systems and safety devices for large and medium-sized passenger and freight vehicles; specialized knowledge for wheeled self-propelled machinery, trams, and trolleybuses. Subject 1 exam precautions: Candidates should dress appropriately (no slippers), avoid bringing electronic devices or bags into the exam hall, carry their ID card, and queue to enter the waiting area. Observe the instructions and procedures displayed on the screen, and store personal belongings in lockers before entering the exam hall. Upon entering, verify identity at the assigned station, locate the seat, and begin the exam. Ensure the camera is aligned correctly and follow exam discipline. If the first attempt fails, a same-day retake is allowed. If the retake also fails, a new appointment must be made with payment. After completion, queue to collect the score report and sign it—unsigned reports are invalid. There is no limit to the number of appointments for the Subject 1 exam. Each subject exam allows one retake if the initial attempt fails. If the retake is not taken or still fails, the exam session ends, and the applicant must reschedule. In contrast, Subject 2 and Subject 3 allow only five exam attempts each, with rescheduling permitted after ten days. If the Subject 3 safety and civilized driving knowledge exam is failed, the passed road driving skills exam results remain valid. The driver's license exam consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge exam; Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills exam; Subject 3 is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge exams. The safety and civilized driving knowledge exam is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4. However, the official term (under the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123) does not include "Subject 4."
