What are the question types and scoring for the driving license subject 1 exam?
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There is no fixed proportion of question types in the driving license subject 1 exam, as the questions appear randomly. The exam consists of 100 questions, each worth 1 point. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," each question is worth 1 point, totaling 100 points. If 11 questions are answered incorrectly during the exam, the system will automatically submit the paper and end the test. Subject 1, also known as the theoretical exam or driver theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driving license assessment. The exam content includes the theoretical basis of driving, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and related knowledge. The exam is conducted on a computer with a time limit of 45 minutes. The content of the subject 1 exam includes: regulations on driving licenses and motor vehicle management; road traffic conditions and regulations; road traffic safety violations and penalties; regulations on road traffic accident handling; basic knowledge of motor vehicles; 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. Exam precautions for subject 1: Candidates should pay attention to their attire and are not allowed to wear slippers. Electronic devices and bags are not permitted in the exam room. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the precautions and procedures on the large screen, and store personal belongings in a locker before entering the exam room. Upon entering the exam room, the identity verification station will assign a seat. After finding your seat, begin the exam. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and follow exam discipline. If you fail the first attempt, a retake is available on the same day. If you fail again, you will need to pay and reschedule. After the exam, queue to collect your score sheet and sign it. Failure to sign will render the result invalid. There is no limit to the number of times you can schedule the subject 1 exam. Each subject can be taken once, with one retake allowed if you fail. If you do not take the retake or fail the retake, the exam process ends, and you must reschedule. For subjects 2 and 3, there are only five exam attempts. Subjects 2 and 3 can be rescheduled after ten days. If you fail the subject 3 safe and civilized driving knowledge test, the passed road driving skills test results remain valid. The driving test 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 safe and civilized driving knowledge. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as subject 4. However, the official term (as per the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123) does not include the term "subject 4."
I recently passed the written test for my driver's license, which had three types of questions: multiple-choice, true/false, and multiple-answer questions. Most multiple-choice questions were single-select, picking one correct answer out of four options. True/false questions were straightforward—right or wrong. Multiple-answer questions were slightly more challenging, requiring all correct options to be selected. The total score was 100 points, with each question worth 1 point, and a passing grade required 90 points or above. The test was computer-based, with ample time—about 45 minutes to complete 100 questions. The content covered traffic rules, road sign recognition, and safe driving practices. During my preparation, I downloaded an app and practiced daily, especially focusing on multiple-answer questions, which were prone to missed selections. I recommend reviewing speed limit rules and accident handling procedures in detail. This knowledge isn’t just for the test—it’s crucial for actual driving. The question design was practical, and studying it genuinely helps with everyday driving.