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LTO Exam Reviewer: 75 Questions + Answer Key (Free PDF)

The LTO Exam Reviewer is a study guide for the preparation of written or computer-based driver’s license exams. The Land Transportation Office conducts this exam in the Philippines.

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This exam is a practice test before attempting the real exam. It covers topics such as road signs, traffic rules, and basic driving safety. The purpose of this exam is to match the real exam format so you can understand the questions better.

LTO exam reviewer traffic and road signs in the Philippines

Philippine Traffic and Road Signs – Essential knowledge for your LTO exam

Who Needs an LTO Exam Reviewer?

If you have a driving license and you want to upgrade it, you should use an LTO exam reviewer. The written test is mandatory. You must score at least 75% to pass.

It is especially helpful for:

  1. Student Permit holder who wants to upgrade a Non-Professional license
  2. Non-Professional drivers applying for a Professional license
  3. Drivers renewing or upgrading licenses, including expired ones or changing restrictions

The reviewer helps you learn traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving. It makes passing on your first try much easier.

Before taking the exam, make sure you have completed your LTO student permit requirements and are familiar with the LTO exam process through the official LTO Portal Online services.

Student Permit vs Non-Professional vs Professional LTO Exam

Feature Student permit Non professional Professional
QuestionsN/A (TDC)4060
Passing sourceCourse completion30/40 (75%)45/60 (75%)
Vehicle typesWith restrictionsPrivate onlyPrivate + commercial
Valid forTypically, 1 yearUp to 5 yearsUp to 5 years
Age requirements16+17+18+

Steps to Pass the Written Exam

  1. Study the Core Topics

    Study the main topics that are actually relevant to the exam. These are;

    • Road Signs & Markings: Memorize the meanings of warning, regulatory, and informative signs. Understand what solid/broken lane lines mean.
    • Right-of-Way Rules: Learn who gets to go first at intersections. Rule of driving on roundabouts, and railway crossings.
    • Parking Restrictions: Learn about the rules of parking your vehicle. Know where parking is strictly prohibited (e.g., near intersections, fire hydrants, pedestrian lanes).

  2. Take Mock Exams

    Collect and find the relevant material about the exam, and do practice to attempt mock exams. This is the quickest way to familiarize yourself with the question formats and time limits. For this purpose, use the official benefit from the LTMS portal and other e-learning modules.

  3. Exam Day Tips

    Arrive early at the exam center, so that you get enough time to relax and adjust the situation. While attempting the paper, don’t rush, just think and give the logical answer.

    If you are not comfortable to attempt a test in English language, request for Tagalog.

Philippine road traffic signs and markings regulatory signs guide

Regulatory Signs in the Philippines – Study these carefully for your exam

Track Your LTO Application Status

Stay updated on your license application by using the official LTO tracker available through the LTO Portal Online platform.

LTO Mock Exam (75 Questions + Answer Key)

Test your knowledge with this comprehensive mock exam. Each section covers a different area of driving theory and traffic regulations.

Traffic Signs & Markings (Questions 1-15)

1Regulatory signs are usually:
  • A. Blue rectangles
  • B. Circular with red borders
  • C. Green triangles
  • D. Yellow squares
2What does an octagonal sign represent?
  • A. Yield
  • B. Warning
  • C. Stop
  • D. Direction
3Warning signs are:
  • A. Circular
  • B. Triangular with red borders
  • C. Blue rectangles
  • D. Octagonal
4Information signs are usually:
  • A. Red circles
  • B. Yellow triangles
  • C. Blue or green rectangles
  • D. Black squares
5A solid white line means:
  • A. Passing allowed
  • B. No lane change
  • C. Free overtaking
  • D. Parking allowed
6A solid yellow line means:
  • A. Lane merging
  • B. Overtaking allowed
  • C. Overtaking prohibited
  • D. Pedestrian Lane
7Broken white lines indicate:
  • A. No passing
  • B. Lane change allowed
  • C. Stop zone
  • D. Hazard area
8A “Give Way” sign means:
  • A. Stop completely
  • B. Yield to other vehicles
  • C. Speed up
  • D. Ignore traffic
9A red circular sign usually means:
  • A. Information
  • B. Warning
  • C. Prohibition
  • D. Direction
10School zone signs indicate:
  • A. Highway
  • B. Construction
  • C. Children crossing
  • D. Parking zone
11A pedestrian crossing sign warns:
  • A. Speed up
  • B. Stop engine
  • C. Watch for pedestrians
  • D. Turn back
12What color are most warning signs?
  • A. Blue
  • B. Green
  • C. Yellow
  • D. Black
13What shape is a warning sign?
  • A. Rectangle
  • B. Triangle
  • C. Circle
  • D. Octagon
14What does a “No Entry” sign mean?
  • A. Go straight
  • B. No vehicles allowed
  • C. Slow down
  • D. Turn left
15Informational signs help drivers with:
  • A. Rules
  • B. Hazards
  • C. Directions and services
  • D. Penalties

Intersections & Right-of-Way (Questions 16-30)

16At an uncontrolled intersection, who goes first?
  • A. Left vehicle
  • B. Right vehicle
  • C. Faster vehicle
  • D. Larger vehicle
17Turning left requires:
  • A. Speeding up
  • B. Yielding to oncoming traffic
  • C. Ignoring signals
  • D. Honking
18Flashing yellow light means:
  • A. Stop
  • B. Go fast
  • C. Slow and proceed with caution
  • D. Turn
19Flashing red light means:
  • A. Yield
  • B. Stop completely
  • C. Go
  • D. Speed up
20Solid green light allows:
  • A. Stop
  • B. Turn back
  • C. Go if safe
  • D. Park
21Yellow light means:
  • A. Speed up
  • B. Prepare to stop
  • C. Turn left
  • D. Ignore
22Red light means:
  • A. Go
  • B. Slow
  • C. Stop
  • D. Turn
23Who has priority at a roundabout?
  • A. Entering vehicles
  • B. Vehicles inside
  • C. Pedestrians only
  • D. Large vehicles
24When an officer directs traffic, you should:
  • A. Follow signals
  • B. Ignore
  • C. Follow lights
  • D. Stop driving
25At pedestrian lanes, drivers must:
  • A. Speed up
  • B. Yield
  • C. Honk
  • D. Ignore
26When merging, you must:
  • A. Stop
  • B. Yield
  • C. Accelerate aggressively
  • D. Block traffic
27If two cars arrive simultaneously:
  • A. Left goes first
  • B. Right goes first
  • C. Bigger goes first
  • D. Faster goes first
28At railway crossings:
  • A. Speed up
  • B. Stop and check
  • C. Ignore
  • D. Turn
29Green arrow means:
  • A. Stop
  • B. Turn allowed
  • C. Yield
  • D. Slow
30At intersections, always:
  • A. Assume priority
  • B. Check traffic
  • C. Ignore signals
  • D. Speed

Driving Rules & Penalties (Questions 31-55)

31Turn signals must be used at least:
  • A. 10m
  • B. 20m
  • C. 30m
  • D. 50m
32Overtaking is usually done on the:
  • A. Right
  • B. Left
  • C. Shoulder
  • D. Any side
33Right-side overtaking allowed when:
  • A. Always
  • B. Never
  • C. multi-Lane roads
  • D. Intersections
34Headlights must be dimmed at:
  • A. 50m
  • B. 75m
  • C. 100m
  • D. 150m
35Parking near hydrant distance:
  • A. 2m
  • B. 3m
  • C. 4m
  • D. 5m
36Parking near intersection:
  • A. 4m
  • B. 5m
  • C. 6m
  • D. 7m
37BAC legal limit:
  • A. 0.08%
  • B. 0.05%
  • C. 0.10%
  • D. 0.02%
38Lane change requires:
  • A. Speed
  • B. Mirror check
  • C. Honking
  • D. Braking
39Blind spots must be:
  • A. Ignored
  • B. Checked
  • C. Blocked
  • D. Avoided
40When slowing down:
  • A. Turn off engine
  • B. Tap brakes
  • C. Honk
  • D. Accelerate
41Driving without registration leads to:
  • A. Warning
  • B. Fine & impound
  • C. No penalty
  • D. License renewal
42Safe following distance helps:
  • A. Speed
  • B. Avoid crashes
  • C. Save fuel
  • D. Overtake
43Speed limits are for:
  • A. Ignoring
  • B. Safety
  • C. Racing
  • D. Fun
44Proper documents include:
  • A. License only
  • B. OR/CR
  • C. ID card
  • D. Passport
45Vehicle maintenance ensures:
  • A. Style
  • B. Safety
  • C. Noise
  • D. Speed
46Seatbelts are:
  • A. Optional
  • B. Mandatory
  • C. Decorative
  • D. Temporary
47Helmet use is for:
  • A. Cars
  • B. Trucks
  • C. Motorcycles
  • D. Buses
48Tailgating is:
  • A. Safe
  • B. Dangerous
  • C. Required
  • D. Fast
49Defensive driving means:
  • A. Aggressive
  • B. Careful
  • C. Fast
  • D. Loud
50Road rage should be:
  • A. Encouraged
  • B. Avoided
  • C. Ignored
  • D. Used
51U-turn allowed when:
  • A. Anywhere
  • B. Safe and legal
  • C. At intersections only
  • D. Never
52Parking on sidewalks is:
  • A. Allowed
  • B. Prohibited
  • C. Optional
  • D. Safe
53Using phone while driving is:
  • A. Safe
  • B. Dangerous
  • C. Allowed
  • D. Required
54Seatbelt law applies to:
  • A. Driver only
  • B. All passengers
  • C. Kids only
  • D. None
55Emergency vehicles must be:
  • A. Ignored
  • B. Given way
  • C. Blocked
  • D. Followed

Emergency & Situational (Questions 56-75)

56Brake failure first action:
  • A. Jump
  • B. Pump brakes
  • C. Accelerate
  • D. Turn off engine
57Skidding vehicle:
  • A. Panic
  • B. Steer gently
  • C. Brake hard
  • D. Jump
58Tire blowout:
  • A. Brake hard
  • B. Hold steering
  • C. Accelerate
  • D. Jump
59Head-on collision risk:
  • A. Speed
  • B. Move aside
  • C. Stop engine
  • D. Ignore
60Night driving requires:
  • A. No lights
  • B. Headlights
  • C. Horn
  • D. Signals
61Rainy driving needs:
  • A. Speed
  • B. Caution
  • C. Ignore
  • D. Race
62Fog conditions:
  • A. High beam
  • B. Low beam
  • C. No lights
  • D. Speed
63Slippery roads:
  • A. Speed
  • B. Slow down
  • C. Brake hard
  • D. Ignore
64Vehicle breakdown:
  • A. Leave car
  • B. Use hazard lights
  • C. Run
  • D. Ignore
65Hazard lights indicate:
  • A. Speed
  • B. Emergency
  • C. Turn
  • D. Stop
66If tired while driving:
  • A. Continue
  • B. Rest
  • C. Speed
  • D. Ignore
67Safe driving includes:
  • A. Speed
  • B. Awareness
  • C. Anger
  • D. Racing
68Alcohol affects driving by:
  • A. Improving
  • B. Slowing reaction
  • C. Speeding reflex
  • D. Helping focus
69Pedestrians always:
  • A. Ignore
  • B. Have priority
  • C. Stop
  • D. Run
70School zones require:
  • A. Speed
  • B. Extra caution
  • C. Ignore
  • D. Honk
71Children crossing means:
  • A. Speed
  • B. Stop or slow
  • C. Ignore
  • D. Turn
72Safe overtaking requires:
  • A. Blind move
  • B. Clear Road
  • C. Speed only
  • D. Honk only
73Driver responsibility includes:
  • A. Ignoring laws
  • B. Following rules
  • C. Racing
  • D. Honking
74LTO exam based on:
  • A. Guessing
  • B. RA 4136
  • C. Internet
  • D. Signs only
75Best driving attitude:
  • A. Aggressive
  • B. Defensive
  • C. Careless
  • D. Fast

Answer Key

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the LTO written exam?
You must score at least 75% to pass the LTO written exam. For Non-Professional license applicants, this means getting at least 30 out of 40 questions correct. For Professional license applicants, you need at least 45 out of 60 questions correct.
Can I take the LTO exam in Tagalog?
Yes, if you are not comfortable taking the test in English, you can request for a Tagalog version of the exam at the LTO office before starting your test.
How do I apply for an LTO student permit?
To apply for an LTO student permit, you must be at least 16 years old and complete the 15-hour Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) from an LTO-accredited driving school. You can check the full requirements through the LTO Portal Online.
How can I track my LTO application status?
You can track your application status using the official LTO tracker available on the LTO Portal Online website. Simply enter your reference number to get real-time updates.
What topics should I focus on for the LTO exam?
Focus on road signs and markings, right-of-way rules, parking restrictions, traffic regulations, and emergency procedures. The exam is based on RA 4136 (Land Transportation and Traffic Code), so understanding these core topics is essential for passing.
What is the difference between Non-Professional and Professional driver’s licenses?
A Non-Professional license allows you to drive private vehicles only, while a Professional license allows you to drive both private and commercial vehicles. The Professional license exam has 60 questions compared to 40 for the Non-Professional exam, and you must be at least 18 years old to apply for a Professional license.

Conclusion

This LTO Exam Reviewer is to help you practice, understand key traffic rules, and gain confidence before your test. Review the exam materials regularly. Focus on weak areas, and take mock exams to improve your chances of passing.

With proper preparation and a calm mindset, you can pass the LTO exam on your first try. Drive safely and responsibly.

For more information about the licensing process, visit LTO exam guide or explore other resources on LTO Portal Online.