What Happens If You Fail the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course Final Exam?

If you fail the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course final exam, you can retake it immediately with unlimited attempts and no additional fee. Your course progress is saved, and only the exam needs to be retaken.

Failing the final exam for the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course does not prevent you from completing the course. You have unlimited opportunities to pass, and there is no waiting period between exam attempts.

What Counts as Failing the Final Exam

You fail the final exam if you score below 80%. The exam includes 40 questions, and you must answer at least 32 correctly to pass. If you score less than 32, only the exam needs to be retaken—your completed course sections remain saved.

How to Retake the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course Exam

After an unsuccessful attempt, your score appears on screen right away. To retake the exam:

  1. Log in to your account at drivinglogic.com
  2. Select your Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course
  3. Choose the option to retake the final exam
  4. Complete the exam and submit your answers

Each attempt uses randomly selected questions from the question bank, so you will see different questions each time.

Tips for Passing the Exam on Your Next Attempt

The exam is open book and has no time limit. Before your next attempt:

  • Review lessons covering topics you found difficult
  • Read each question carefully
  • Use the course material to check any answers you are unsure about
  • Take your time, as there is no penalty for spending more time on the exam

Does Failing Affect Your Court Deadline or Certificate?

A failed exam attempt does not affect your court deadline. Your deadline is set by your court and continues regardless of how many attempts you make. You will receive your completion certificate only after passing the exam with a score of 80% or higher. For more details on state requirements, visit the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV).

Quick Facts

DetailInformation
Passing score80% — 32 correct out of 40
Retakes allowedUnlimited
Waiting period between retakesNone
Cost to retakeNone
Course progress affectedNo — only the exam needs to be retaken
Certificate issued after a failNo — only issued after passing
Questions same on each retakeNo — randomized each attempt

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to pay again if I fail the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course final exam?

No. Unlimited exam retakes are included in the course price, and there is no additional charge for retaking the exam.

Will I lose my Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course progress if I fail the final exam?

No. Your completed course sections are saved, and you only need to retake the final exam.

What happens if I keep failing the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course final exam?

You can retake the exam as many times as needed. The exam is open book and untimed, so review the course material and take your time before each attempt.

Does failing the Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course exam affect my court deadline?

No. Your court deadline remains the same, so be sure to pass the exam before your deadline to receive your certificate.

Are the exam questions the same on each attempt?

No. Each attempt draws questions randomly from the question bank, so you will see different questions each time.

When will I receive my Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course certificate after passing?

You will receive your completion certificate after you pass the final exam with a score of 80% or higher.