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Oregon DMV Cheat Sheet: Key Numbers

The numbers people mix up most often, on one page. Print it or save it as a PDF and review it before your test.

Learner's permit and teen license rules by state

Learner's permit from age
15 years old
Hold the permit at least
6 months
Supervised driving hours
100 hours
Supervising driver at least
21 years old

Speed limits by state

Business district
20 mph
School zone
20 mph
Residential district
25 mph
Other highways
55 mph

Parking distances by state

Fire hydrant
10 feet
Fire station driveway
15 feet
Crosswalk at an intersection
20 feet
Railroad crossing
50 feet
Wheels from the curb
12 inches

School bus, move over and bicycle passing laws by state

Bus on the other side of a divided highway
Do not have to stop, but should watch for children
Stopped emergency vehicle
Move out of the lane next to it if safe, or slow down
If you cannot move over, slow by
5 mph

License renewal, insurance and points by state

Minimum liability insurance
$25/$50/$20 (thousand)
Crash must be reported if damage is
$2,500

Every number is the answer to one of our practice questions and matches a quote from the official handbook. Rules change — check the latest handbook before your test.

Source: Oregon Driver Manual (online edition). Checked October 17, 2026.