Is There a Theory Test in Subject Three?

[EmilyMarie]

There is a theory test in Subject Three. Characteristics of the theory test: The theory test is a common form of examination, typically divided into written tests and computer-based tests. A written test involves printing the questions on paper, and candidates fill in the answers on an answer sheet (or directly on the test paper). A computer-based test displays the questions on a computer screen, and candidates use a keyboard or mouse to answer. Content of Subject Three test: The road driving skills test for Subject Three generally includes preparation before driving, simulated light test, starting, driving straight, changing lanes, pulling over, driving straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, passing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting other vehicles, etc.

[DeJulian]

I remember when I was taking my driver's license test, the third subject referred to the road test section, which was purely practical with no theoretical exam. During the third subject test, you would get in the car and perform operations, with the examiner sitting in the passenger seat observing how you drove—skills like starting, turning, and parking were all tested in real-time on the road, with no written or question-answering involved. The theoretical exam was mainly taken first in the first subject, where you had to take a written test on traffic rules and laws and regulations. Only after mastering the basics could you apply to take the third subject. In some places, after passing the third subject, there was also a fourth subject test on safe and civilized driving knowledge, which was theoretical but a separate subject. When I was preparing, I focused on practicing road reaction skills and safety awareness. There really was no written test in the third subject, but practicing simulated test routes beforehand helped a lot. Overall, the driver's license test is designed in stages for safety—theory is theory, and practical skills are practical skills.

[DeBarrett]

I often help friends with their driver's license inquiries. The third subject (Subject 3) indeed has no theoretical test elements; it is purely a practical driving skills test, without any writing or answering questions involved. During the test, candidates only need to focus on driving skills such as changing lanes and checking blind spots, while the examiner scores based on their on-site performance. In the entire driver's license process, theoretical content is divided: Subject 1 tests basic knowledge of laws and regulations, and Subject 4 (if applicable) tests safe driving theory. Both are independent of the practical driving segment in Subject 3. I recommend that friends who want to take the test familiarize themselves in advance with the test site layout and practical aspects of traffic rules, such as traffic light usage or right-of-way judgment. Although these are not part of the Subject 3 test content, they can help stabilize performance. The key is to practice more in the car to build confidence. Subject 3 has no theoretical pressure, but requires full concentration on safe operations.

[Pamela]

My child recently passed the driving test. When asked if there was a theoretical exam in Subject 3, the instructor's answer was that there was no written test at all. Subject 3 is entirely practical driving on the road, where the child drives on a designated route under the supervision of an examiner to assess skill operations, such as making U-turns or brake control—these are the hard skills. The theoretical part is covered in Subject 1's written test on rule knowledge and possibly Subject 4's questions on civilized driving. During the Subject 3 test, candidates only need to focus on driving without distractions, and the scoring criteria are based on actual performance. As a parent, I believe safety is the most important thing. It's good that the practical test doesn't complicate things with theory, but before the test, my child reviewed Subject 1 notes to reinforce basic concepts.