FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is ExamStates actually free?
Yes. Every quiz is free, forever. No account, no credit card, no premium tier.
Do I need to create an account?
No. Pick your state, pick a quiz and start. Your progress and starred questions are saved in your browser.
Which states does ExamStates cover?
California, Texas and New York at launch, with five exams each: security guard, alcohol server, firearm safety, notary public and the DMV dealer exam in California; Level II security, License to Carry, nursing jurisprudence and the TCOLE jailer exam in Texas; FDNY F-01 and S-95, NYC Food Protection, notary public and the TLC driver exam in New York. More states are added based on demand.
Where do the questions come from?
Every question is written by ExamStates from the official source for that exam: the state handbook, statute, regulation, agency study guide or curriculum. The source is cited on every question's explanation, and every bank is checked against the regulator's current rules, with dates noted on each quiz page.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. They are original practice questions covering the same material in the same format. Real exam questions are confidential and we never copy them, or anyone else's practice tests.
How accurate are the fees, time limits and pass marks?
Every format fact on a quiz page is marked with the month it was checked against the regulator's page. Where an agency does not publish a number, the page says so instead of guessing.
Why does the practice test use a different pass mark from the real exam?
A few exams require 100% to pass (the California guard card exam, for example). A practice test with a 100% pass mark is useless for study, so those quizzes use a high but realistic mark and say so on the page.
Can I use ExamStates on my phone?
Yes. The site is built for phones first, and you can add it to your home screen as an app from the header button.
How do you decide which exams to add next?
By demand. Use the feedback form on any page to request an exam or a state, and tell us if you spot a mistake.