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What is the passing score for the Subject 4 exam?

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MacJonathan
09/06/2025, 11:24:24 PM

According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," the passing score for the Subject 3 road driving skills and safe civilized driving knowledge test is 90 points. Each incorrect answer deducts 2 points, and you can only get 5 questions wrong; exceeding this results in failure. The full score is 100 points. Questions 1-10 are true/false questions; questions 11-40 are single-choice questions; and questions 41-50 are multiple-choice questions. The exam question types include image analysis, animated case studies, and text descriptions. The scope of the Subject 4 exam includes driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions; identification of common traffic signs, markings, and hand signals; knowledge of accident rescue and handling of common hazardous materials; comprehensive judgment of illegal behaviors and case analysis; knowledge of avoiding danger in emergencies; safe driving knowledge; and driving ethics and civilized driving knowledge. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," there is no limit to the number of attempts for Subject 1 and Subject 4 exams. If you fail the first attempt on the same day, you can retake it immediately. If you still fail, you need to reschedule the exam, and no additional fees are required for retakes. However, it is important to note that the validity period of the driving skills test permit is three years. If the applicant does not complete the exam within this period, the results of any previously passed subjects will be invalidated. Subject 4, also known as the Subject 4 theory test or driver theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driving license assessment. After the implementation of the Ministry of Public Security's Order No. 123, the Subject 3 exam was divided into two parts: the road test and the safe civilized driving knowledge test. Subject 4 is the colloquial term for the Subject 3 safe civilized driving knowledge test and is not a separate subject. Because this test is conducted after Subject 3, it is commonly referred to as the Subject 4 exam. Officially, there is no Subject 4. The safe civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3. Subject 4 exam notes: Exam duration: The exam lasts 45 minutes, and if you lose 12 points (6 questions) during the exam, the session will be terminated. Number of questions: Depending on the type of license being tested, 50 questions are randomly selected from the corresponding Subject 4 question bank, with each question worth 2 points. Question types: The exam includes single-choice questions (including true/false questions) and multiple-choice questions. The first 45 questions are single-choice, and the last 5 are multiple-choice. The exam also includes animated questions, image-based questions, situational recognition questions, and text-based questions. Retake notes: If you fail Subject 4, you only need to retake Subject 4. The driving school will schedule the retake, and there is no limit to the number of retakes. You can retake the exam until you pass, and no additional fees are required for Subject 4 retakes. There are a total of 3 subjects in the driving test: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. The Subject 3 exam is divided into two parts. Subject 1 refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test; Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills test; and Subject 3 refers to the road driving skills and safe civilized driving knowledge test.

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PaisleeLynn
09/18/2025, 10:50:15 PM

I just passed the Subject 4 test recently, and the whole experience was quite fresh! The passing score is 90 out of 100, with 50 multiple-choice questions worth 2 points each. You can't get more than 5 questions wrong to pass safely. I remember the test duration was 40 minutes, covering topics like safe driving and civilized driving, such as how to slow down on rainy days. I usually practiced with an app, doing a few sets of questions daily, and focusing on memorizing the ones I got wrong. The 90-point threshold isn't high, but don't be careless—failing means retaking the test, costing more time and money. For review, I suggest paying more attention to traffic signs and emergency handling, and just relax on the test day.

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Natalie
11/01/2025, 11:13:08 PM

After spending so much time at the driving school, I learned that the passing score for Subject 4 is clearly 90 out of 100. This exam consists of 50 questions to be completed within 20 minutes, focusing on safety knowledge and hazard handling. Students often stumble on ambiguous questions, such as the priority order of yielding to pedestrians—a slight oversight can lead to point deductions. It's advisable to practice mock tests early; once familiar with the question types, scoring 90 isn't difficult. Don’t just memorize answers; understanding the principles is key, as safety comes first after passing the exam and driving on the road.

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VanIvan
12/15/2025, 10:17:08 PM

I passed the subject four test on my second attempt. The first time I only scored 85, missing the passing mark of 90 by 5 points. The most challenging part was some scenario-based questions, like the rules for turning on lights during night driving – I got them wrong because I wasn't clear. Now I understand. The test doesn't have many questions, but it requires careful attention. During revision, I focused more on reviewing mistakes to ensure I understood each question, aiming to pass directly next time. The 90-point requirement isn't too harsh; the key is to be diligent.

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GabrielaLynn
02/04/2026, 11:08:48 PM

Easily pass Subject 4! The passing score is 90 out of 100, with 50 multiple-choice questions in the exam, allowing up to 5 mistakes. I casually practiced a few sets of questions on my phone, and during the exam, just read carefully and avoid impulsiveness. The content covers common-sense questions like emergency braking and alcohol testing. Scoring 90 isn't hard, just spend some time on mock practice. Remember not to stress too much and enjoy the process.

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EllieAnn
04/30/2026, 03:17:38 PM

My son is taking the theoretical exam (Subject 4) for his driver's license, where the passing score is 90 out of 100. While helping him organize study materials, I noticed there are 50 test questions focusing mainly on safe driving rules. Though he learns quickly, he still needs to be meticulous during the exam. The 90-point threshold ensures solid knowledge, and parental support means encouraging more practice with less pressure. Practical driving safety starts here—don't underestimate it.

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