Alabama DMV Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is emergency use only.

The outer edge of the freeway in each direction is marked with a solid white line. Beyond that is the shoulder, which should be used only in an emergency. Never drive or pass on the shoulder.

Not quite. The answer is at all times.

According to the Alabama Driver Manual, you must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians. Note, though, that this is not exactly how Alabama's traffic laws are written. In Alabama, a pedestrian who suddenly darts out into the middle of the street, far from any crosswalk or signal, does not have the legal right-of-way. You do, and you may use your horn to warn the pedestrian that he or she is crossing illegally (jaywalking). The pedestrian can be cited and fined for doing this. However, Alabama, like most other states, also has a common-sense "due care" law under which you must take whatever steps are necessary to avoid colliding with a pedestrian. Hence, if the jaywalker ignores your warning horn, you must stop for the pedestrian anyway. [AL Code § 32-5A-212],

Source: AL Code § 32-5A-213

Not quite. The answer is Turn away, stop or slow down, speed up

To avert a collision or at least reduce its severity, you have three options to choose from, depending on the situation: Slow down or stop, turn away, or even speed up. (Consider speeding up to get away from a vehicle behind you that is about to rear-end you.)

Not quite. The answer is a school zone

School zones are sensitive areas because children from all directions can cross the road. A school zone may be marked by signs with flashing yellow lights. When the yellow lights are flashing, all drivers must slow down to the speed limit shown on the signs. Despite what the Alabama Driver Manual suggests, the speed limit in an Alabama school zone when children are going to or coming from school is 15 mph except where otherwise posted.

Source: "Speed Limits," Alabama Law Enforcement Highway Patrol, https://www.alea.gov/dps/highway-patrol/speed-limits

Not quite. The answer is the road is slippery when wet; drivers must go slow.

The road surface is slippery when it is wet. This sign is often located near bridges and overpasses.

Not quite. The answer is an overpass ahead; clearance from the roadway surface to the overpass is 13 feet 6 inches.

This sign indicates that you are approaching an overpass, and the clearance from the roadway surface to the overpass is 13 feet 6 inches.

Not quite. The answer is continue through the intersection, then pull over to the right and stop.

Do not block an intersection, even if an emergency vehicle is approaching. If you are in an intersection when you hear or see an emergency vehicle approaching, continue through the intersection. Then pull over to the right as soon as you can and stop.

Not quite. The answer is Any of the above

If you plan to consume alcohol, also plan to use public transportation, a taxi, or a designated driver to get home.

Not quite. The answer is as close to the right as possible

When approaching an intersection to make a right turn, stay as close to the right as possible. Make the turn close to the right curb.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

If you are driving, check the label before you take a drug for warnings about its effect(s). If you are not sure whether it is safe to take the drug and drive, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any side effects. Drugs taken for headaches, colds, hay fever or other allergies, or those to calm nerves can make a person drowsy and can affect his or her driving. Other prescription drugs can affect your reflexes, judgment, vision, and alertness in ways similar to alcohol.

Not quite. The answer is four times.

While you are driving, talking on a cell phone will increase your chances of being in a crash by as much as four times. This is because the conversation is distracting you from your driving. Sending text messages (texting) while you are driving will increase your chances of being in a crash by as much as eight times.

Not quite. The answer is Middle lanes

Smooth driving allows you to keep more distance between yourself and other drivers. It also helps save gas. When there are three or more lanes going in one direction, the middle lanes usually offer the smoothest flow of traffic. The left lane is for drivers who want to go faster, pass, or turn left. Slower vehicles and those turning right should use the right lane.

Not quite. The answer is Stay in your lane and do not increase your speed.

If you are being passed by another vehicle, stay in your lane and do not increase your speed. Let the other vehicle pass you safely.

Not quite. The answer is Decelerate before the curve and then accelerate when rounding the curve.

Before you enter a curve, slow down so you won't need to brake in the curve. Braking in a curve can cause a skid, especially on a slippery road. Accelerate slightly after you pass the middle of the curve.

Not quite. The answer is do all of the above.

A driver under the influence of alcohol is more likely to drive too fast or too slowly, change lanes frequently, and fail to dim the headlights. Even more crucially, a drunk driver may be less alert in an emergency and may take too long to brake. Such mistakes may endanger the driver and others.

Not quite. The answer is A four-way intersection ahead

This sign indicates that a four-way intersection is ahead. Drivers should be alert for cross traffic entering the roadway.

Not quite. The answer is a slow-moving vehicle.

A reflective triangular orange emblem on the rear of a vehicle identifies it as a slow-moving vehicle, which Alabama defines as a farm tractor, an implement of husbandry, or any vehicle whose top speed does not exceed 25 mph. Slow-moving vehicles include animal-drawn carts and roadway maintenance vehicles. If you approach one of these vehicles, slow down and proceed with caution. Be patient; the driver may pull over to let you pass.

Source: AL Code § 32-5-246

Not quite. The answer is 1

While you drive with a restricted driver license, you may have only one passenger in your vehicle who is under the age of 21 and not a family member.

Source: Restrictions, Attention 15, 16, & 17 Year Old Drivers!, Alabama Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is a hospital ahead.

This is a guide sign. This sign indicates a hospital ahead.

Not quite. The answer is the previous protected green arrow movement is ending.

A steady yellow arrow signal displayed with a circular green signal means that the previous protected green arrow movement is ending. If you wish to turn in the direction of the arrow, you may still be able to do so as long as the circular green signal is lit, but now you'll have to yield to oncoming vehicles before you turn.