How many times a day should you practice for Subject 2? How long should each session last?
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It depends on the driving school you enrolled in, the coach, and the number of trainees. Below is the relevant introduction: Subject 2: Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. It is the abbreviation for the field driving skills test. For the C1 license, the test items include five mandatory components: reversing into a garage, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving through curves (commonly known as S-turns). Some regions also include a sixth item: high-speed card collection. For the C2 license, the test items include four mandatory components: reversing into a garage, parallel parking, turning at a right angle, and driving through curves (commonly known as S-turns). Teaching objectives: Master the basic essentials of driving operations and possess the fundamental ability to control the vehicle; proficiently master the basic methods of field and road driving, possess the ability to reasonably use vehicle control components and correctly control the spatial position of the vehicle, and be able to accurately control the vehicle's position, speed, and route.
When I was practicing for the second driving test, I found that practicing once or twice a day was optimal, with each session lasting about 45 minutes. This way, I didn’t get too tired and could maintain focus, repeatedly practicing key maneuvers like reversing into a parking space and parallel parking. If I practiced for too long in one session, exceeding an hour, my hands and feet would get sore, my attention would wander, and I’d make more mistakes, such as misjudging parking positions. It turned out that shorter, more frequent practice sessions were more effective. After each session, I made it a habit to briefly review my performance, identifying mistakes and planning improvements for next time, which helped me progress faster. Rest periods were also important—taking a break to drink water or walk around instead of rushing into back-to-back sessions prevented fatigue and maintained learning efficiency. The second test is all about muscle memory; precision matters far more than the sheer amount of time spent. Gradual, steady practice is the safest approach. Remember: safety and efficiency come first.
Based on my child's experience with the driving test, it's best not to practice the second subject more than twice a day, with each session lasting 30 to 50 minutes. Practicing too many times in a row can easily make the child tired, leading to dizziness and more operational mistakes, which is counterproductive. It's recommended to space out each practice session, take a 15-minute break afterward to relax and drink some water, or discuss feedback with the instructor to reinforce key points. This can help avoid safety risks like misjudgment during reverse parking. Focus on key aspects during practice, such as stopping at a fixed point on a slope, taking it step by step to ensure stability rather than speed. Good rest leads to better memory retention, and my child passed smoothly not long after. Getting a driver's license isn't about speed but ensuring each training session is of high quality.
