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Alabama DMV Permit Practice Test – 20 Questions with Answers

Prepare for the Alabama learner permit test with 20 practice questions covering Alabama traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way, safe driving, licensing requirements, defensive driving, and roadway safety.

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  1. 1. What is the minimum age to obtain a Stage I learner's permit in Alabama?

    • A. 14
    • B. 15
    • C. 16
    • D. 17
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    B. 15

    Alabama allows eligible individuals to obtain a Stage I learner's permit at age 15 after passing the required written examination.

  2. 2. Who may accompany an Alabama Stage I learner's permit holder while driving?

    • A. Any passenger age 18 or older
    • B. A licensed driver age 21 or older seated beside the driver
    • C. Another learner's permit holder
    • D. Any adult sitting in the back seat
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    B. A licensed driver age 21 or older seated beside the driver

    A Stage I license holder may drive when accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or licensed driver age 21 or older occupying the front seat beside the driver. A licensed or certified driving instructor may also accompany the driver.

  3. 3. How long must an Alabama applicant under age 18 generally hold a Stage I license before applying for a Stage II restricted license?

    • A. 3 months
    • B. 6 months
    • C. 9 months
    • D. 12 months
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    B. 6 months

    Applicants under age 18 must generally hold a Stage I learner's license for at least six months before applying for a Stage II restricted license.

  4. 4. What does a steady red traffic light require you to do?

    • A. Slow down and continue
    • B. Stop
    • C. Speed up before the light changes
    • D. Change lanes
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    B. Stop

    A steady red signal requires you to stop and remain stopped until you are legally permitted to proceed.

  5. 5. What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?

    • A. Stop completely
    • B. Proceed with caution
    • C. The intersection is closed
    • D. Proceed only after another vehicle goes first
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    B. Proceed with caution

    A flashing yellow signal means you should slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution.

  6. 6. What should you do before entering an intersection when the traffic light is green but traffic is blocking the road ahead?

    • A. Enter the intersection and wait
    • B. Use the shoulder to get around traffic
    • C. Wait until there is enough space to clear the intersection
    • D. Honk until traffic moves
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    C. Wait until there is enough space to clear the intersection

    A green light does not mean you should enter an intersection if traffic prevents you from clearing it.

  7. 7. When making a left turn, you must generally yield to:

    • A. Approaching vehicles and pedestrians with the right-of-way
    • B. Only vehicles behind you
    • C. Only vehicles turning right
    • D. No one if your turn signal is on
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    A. Approaching vehicles and pedestrians with the right-of-way

    A driver making a left turn must yield to approaching traffic and pedestrians when they have the right-of-way.

  8. 8. What do yellow pavement markings generally separate?

    • A. Traffic traveling in the same direction
    • B. Traffic traveling in opposite directions
    • C. Parking spaces
    • D. Pedestrian walkways
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    B. Traffic traveling in opposite directions

    Yellow pavement markings are generally used to separate traffic traveling in opposite directions.

  9. 9. What should you do before changing lanes?

    • A. Check only the rearview mirror
    • B. Signal, check your mirrors, and check your blind spot
    • C. Honk and immediately move over
    • D. Accelerate without signaling
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    B. Signal, check your mirrors, and check your blind spot

    A safe lane change requires signaling your intention and checking mirrors and blind spots to make sure the lane is clear.

  10. 10. What should you do when driving in heavy rain?

    • A. Increase your speed
    • B. Reduce speed and increase following distance
    • C. Follow the vehicle ahead closely
    • D. Turn off your headlights
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    B. Reduce speed and increase following distance

    Rain can reduce visibility and traction. Slowing down and increasing following distance gives you more time to react.

  11. 11. If your windshield wipers are being used because of rain, what should you do under Alabama law?

    • A. Turn off your headlights
    • B. Use parking lights only
    • C. Turn on your headlights
    • D. Use high beams only
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    C. Turn on your headlights

    Alabama law requires headlights to be on when windshield wipers are being used because of rain.

  12. 12. What should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights and a siren?

    • A. Follow it closely
    • B. Speed up to get ahead of it
    • C. Yield and move out of its path safely
    • D. Ignore it if you have a green light
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    C. Yield and move out of its path safely

    Drivers must yield to emergency vehicles using audible and visual warning signals and make room for them to pass safely.

  13. 13. Under Alabama's Move Over Act, what should you generally do when approaching a covered stopped vehicle displaying flashing lights on a multi-lane highway?

    • A. Move into the lane closest to the stopped vehicle
    • B. Vacate the lane closest to the stopped vehicle when safe
    • C. Stop immediately in your lane
    • D. Accelerate past the vehicle
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    B. Vacate the lane closest to the stopped vehicle when safe

    When safe to do so, Alabama's Move Over Act requires drivers on multi-lane roads to vacate the lane closest to a covered stopped vehicle displaying flashing lights.

  14. 14. Which action is prohibited under Alabama's texting law while operating a motor vehicle?

    • A. Checking your mirrors
    • B. Using a turn signal
    • C. Writing, sending, or reading a text message
    • D. Listening to the radio
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    C. Writing, sending, or reading a text message

    Alabama law prohibits using a wireless telecommunications device to write, send, or read a text message, instant message, or email while operating a motor vehicle.

  15. 15. What should you do if another driver is following your vehicle too closely?

    • A. Brake suddenly
    • B. Speed far above the limit
    • C. Increase the space ahead and allow the driver to pass when safe
    • D. Prevent the driver from passing
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    C. Increase the space ahead and allow the driver to pass when safe

    Increasing the space ahead gives you more room to react. If possible, allow the tailgating driver to pass safely.

  16. 16. You are approaching a railroad crossing, but there is not enough space on the other side for your vehicle to clear the tracks. What should you do?

    • A. Enter the crossing and wait on the tracks
    • B. Cross quickly before traffic moves
    • C. Wait until there is enough room to completely clear the tracks
    • D. Drive around the traffic using the shoulder
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    C. Wait until there is enough room to completely clear the tracks

    Never enter a railroad crossing unless there is enough space beyond the tracks for your vehicle to completely clear the crossing.

  17. 17. Why should you avoid staying alongside a large truck for an extended period?

    • A. Trucks always travel faster than cars
    • B. Large trucks have significant blind spots
    • C. Trucks cannot use turn signals
    • D. Trucks have shorter stopping distances
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    B. Large trucks have significant blind spots

    Large trucks have substantial blind spots. Remaining alongside them for an extended period increases the risk that the truck driver may not see your vehicle.

  18. 18. A Stage II Alabama restricted license holder under age 18 wants to drive at 2:00 a.m. Which statement is generally correct?

    • A. Driving is always permitted after obtaining Stage II
    • B. Driving is permitted if the destination is nearby
    • C. Driving is generally prohibited unless a specified exception applies
    • D. Driving is permitted if the vehicle belongs to a parent
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    C. Driving is generally prohibited unless a specified exception applies

    Stage II license holders under age 18 generally may not drive between midnight and 6 a.m. unless one of Alabama's specified exceptions applies.

  19. 19. A Stage II Alabama restricted license holder under age 18 has three friends who want to ride in the vehicle. Is this generally permitted?

    • A. Yes, if everyone wears a seat belt
    • B. Yes, if it is during daylight hours
    • C. No, generally only one passenger other than parents, legal guardians, or family members is permitted
    • D. Yes, if the driver has held the license for six months
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    C. No, generally only one passenger other than parents, legal guardians, or family members is permitted

    Alabama's Stage II restrictions generally limit the driver to no more than one passenger other than parents, legal guardians, or family members.

  20. 20. Which statement best describes defensive driving?

    • A. Driving faster than surrounding traffic
    • B. Assuming other drivers will always obey traffic laws
    • C. Anticipating hazards and being prepared to respond safely
    • D. Driving as close as possible to the vehicle ahead
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    C. Anticipating hazards and being prepared to respond safely

    Defensive driving involves staying alert, anticipating potential hazards, maintaining adequate space, and being prepared to react safely.