Driving Instructor Test EXAM 2025
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Definition of a Driving School - ANS A private or public program approved by the
commissioner that includes instruction to operate a Class A, B, C, or D motor vehicle,
motorcycle, or motorized bicycle. Prepares the learner to obtain a driver's permit or license.
Definition of Commercial Instructor - ANS Licensed instructors who teach any part of a
curriculum, including classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, for the operation of
commercial motor vehicles
Four general requirements to become a licensed instructor - ANS 1. Be at least 21 years old
2. Have been a valid licensed driver for three years in MN or another state.
3. Have a valid license for the class of motor vehicle they provide instruction.
4. Have a high school diploma or the equivalent.
What department of MN has the authority to license commercial driver training programs and
their instructors? - ANS Department of Public Safety
What two criteria must be met for authorized official to issue a blue card? - ANS 1.
Completed classroom instruction
2. Signed up for behind-the-wheel
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, What is the maximum amount of classroom instruction that can be given in one day? -
ANS No more than 3 hours a day for someone under 18 without a driver's license.
When is a letter of completion sent out? - ANS Within 15 days after the student completes
the classroom portion.
What directions should be sent to students? - ANS Show your "blue card" when applying for
instruction permit and the written test. At this point you need to be at least 15, be enrolled in
the behind-the-wheel component of driver's ed, pass a vision test, and pass a written
knowledge test.
What two licenses must an instructor possess while giving a behind the wheel lesson? -
ANS 1. A current and valid driver's license
2. Instructor's license
What three documents does a student under 18 need to take the knowledge test? - ANS 1.
Primary form of identification (Birth Certificate/Passport)
2. Secondary form of identification (School transcript/School ID card)
3. Blue Card
If a student fails to complete behind the wheel instruction, when should the official of the
driving school notify the commissioner of this? - ANS Within 15 days
What are the consequences for a student who does not complete behind the wheel? -
ANS They can't get their license until they are 18.
What can be used as a temporary permit or license? - ANS Class D instruction permit
What is the original cost (same as renewal) for an instructor's license? - ANS $165
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, How many "authorized officials" for each school are allowed to sign a completion on the blue
card? - ANS 2
What does a blue card represent? - ANS Certificate of Enrollment proving the student has
completed classroom instruction and signed up for behind the wheel.
Who gives a student a certified letter of classroom completion to a student once they
completed the required hours? - ANS The authorized official
What is the max gross weight of vehicle with the driver having a class D license - ANS 26,000
pounds
How many hours of behind the wheel can an instructor provide in one day? - ANS 2 hours
per student
What are the equipment regulations for class D vehicles in training? - ANS 1. Outside
rearview mirror on each side of the vehicle.
2. A separate inside rearview mirror for instructor's use.
3. Seat belts for each occupant of the vehicle.
4. Dual control brakes (dual control clutch)
What are the insurance amounts a driving school must have? - ANS 1. $250,000 for injury or
death of any one person in an accident.
2. $500,000 for injury or death of two or more persons.
3. $100,000 damage or destruction of property of others.
4. $40,000 medical expenses
5. At least the minimum amount of uninsured motorist coverage.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Definition of a Driving School - ANS A private or public program approved by the
commissioner that includes instruction to operate a Class A, B, C, or D motor vehicle,
motorcycle, or motorized bicycle. Prepares the learner to obtain a driver's permit or license.
Definition of Commercial Instructor - ANS Licensed instructors who teach any part of a
curriculum, including classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, for the operation of
commercial motor vehicles
Four general requirements to become a licensed instructor - ANS 1. Be at least 21 years old
2. Have been a valid licensed driver for three years in MN or another state.
3. Have a valid license for the class of motor vehicle they provide instruction.
4. Have a high school diploma or the equivalent.
What department of MN has the authority to license commercial driver training programs and
their instructors? - ANS Department of Public Safety
What two criteria must be met for authorized official to issue a blue card? - ANS 1.
Completed classroom instruction
2. Signed up for behind-the-wheel
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, What is the maximum amount of classroom instruction that can be given in one day? -
ANS No more than 3 hours a day for someone under 18 without a driver's license.
When is a letter of completion sent out? - ANS Within 15 days after the student completes
the classroom portion.
What directions should be sent to students? - ANS Show your "blue card" when applying for
instruction permit and the written test. At this point you need to be at least 15, be enrolled in
the behind-the-wheel component of driver's ed, pass a vision test, and pass a written
knowledge test.
What two licenses must an instructor possess while giving a behind the wheel lesson? -
ANS 1. A current and valid driver's license
2. Instructor's license
What three documents does a student under 18 need to take the knowledge test? - ANS 1.
Primary form of identification (Birth Certificate/Passport)
2. Secondary form of identification (School transcript/School ID card)
3. Blue Card
If a student fails to complete behind the wheel instruction, when should the official of the
driving school notify the commissioner of this? - ANS Within 15 days
What are the consequences for a student who does not complete behind the wheel? -
ANS They can't get their license until they are 18.
What can be used as a temporary permit or license? - ANS Class D instruction permit
What is the original cost (same as renewal) for an instructor's license? - ANS $165
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, How many "authorized officials" for each school are allowed to sign a completion on the blue
card? - ANS 2
What does a blue card represent? - ANS Certificate of Enrollment proving the student has
completed classroom instruction and signed up for behind the wheel.
Who gives a student a certified letter of classroom completion to a student once they
completed the required hours? - ANS The authorized official
What is the max gross weight of vehicle with the driver having a class D license - ANS 26,000
pounds
How many hours of behind the wheel can an instructor provide in one day? - ANS 2 hours
per student
What are the equipment regulations for class D vehicles in training? - ANS 1. Outside
rearview mirror on each side of the vehicle.
2. A separate inside rearview mirror for instructor's use.
3. Seat belts for each occupant of the vehicle.
4. Dual control brakes (dual control clutch)
What are the insurance amounts a driving school must have? - ANS 1. $250,000 for injury or
death of any one person in an accident.
2. $500,000 for injury or death of two or more persons.
3. $100,000 damage or destruction of property of others.
4. $40,000 medical expenses
5. At least the minimum amount of uninsured motorist coverage.
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