Is Subject 1 a written test or a computer-based test?
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Subject 1 test is a computer-based test. The test time is limited to 45 minutes. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses", the Subject 1 test can be taken twice on the same day. If you fail the first time, you can retake the second time for free. If you still fail the second time, the Subject 1 test will be terminated, and you can only make an appointment for the test again after ten days. Subject 1, also known as the Subject 1 theory test or driver theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. The test content includes driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations and other related knowledge. The Subject 1 test consists of 100 questions, divided into single-choice questions and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point and a total score of 100 points. If you answer 11 questions incorrectly during the test, the system will automatically submit the test paper and end the test. Subject 1 test content: driving license and motor vehicle management regulations; road traffic conditions and traffic 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 freight vehicles; special knowledge of wheeled self-propelled machinery, trams, and trolleybuses. Subject 1 test precautions: During the Subject 1 test, students should pay attention to their attire. No slippers are allowed, and electronic devices and bags are not allowed to be brought into the test room. Bring your ID card and queue up to enter the waiting hall. Observe the precautions and procedures on the large screen, and put your personal belongings into the safe before entering the test room. In the test room, the identity verification area will assign seats. After finding your seat, start the test. Pay attention to the camera facing you and abide by the test discipline. If you fail the first time, you can retake the test on the same day. If you fail again, you need to pay to reschedule the test. After the test, queue up to receive the score report and sign it. If you do not sign, it will be considered invalid. There is no limit to the number of Subject 1 test appointments. Each subject test can be taken once, and if you fail, you can retake it once. If you do not participate in the retake or still fail the retake, the test will be terminated, and the applicant must reschedule the test. For Subject 2 and Subject 3, there are only five test opportunities, and the Subject 2 and Subject 3 tests should be scheduled ten days later. If you fail the Subject 3 safe and civilized driving knowledge test, the passed road driving skill test scores are still valid. There are three subjects in the driving test: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test; Subject 2 refers to the field driving skill test; Subject 3 is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge test. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4. However, in the official terminology (i.e., the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123), there is no such term as Subject 4.
When I first took the theory test (Subject 1), I was quite nervous because it's the first step to getting a driver's license. Generally, Subject 1 isn't a written exam but a computer-based test where you answer questions on a computer. The test covers traffic regulations, sign recognition, safety knowledge, etc., and you need to complete 100 multiple-choice questions within 45 minutes. I recommend using mobile apps like 'Driving Test Prep' to practice beforehand—they’re really helpful. Don’t worry, the computer system scores in real-time, so you’ll know right away if you passed. The advantage is that it’s quick and convenient, and you can immediately review explanations for wrong answers, making it much easier than the old written exams. Before the test, make sure to get a good night’s sleep and bring your ID. Good luck!
