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Alabama Road Situations Test – 20 Questions with Answers
Test your knowledge of common road situations and safe driving decisions in Alabama. This practice test covers intersections, right-of-way, traffic lights, pedestrians, emergency vehicles, lane changes, following distance, adverse weather, railroad crossings, and defensive driving.
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1. You approach an intersection with a stop sign but no stop line or crosswalk is marked. Where should you stop?
- A. In the middle of the intersection
- B. Before entering the intersection where you can see approaching traffic
- C. After crossing the intersection
- D. Only if another vehicle is approaching
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B. Before entering the intersection where you can see approaching traffic
You should make a complete stop before entering the intersection and at a location where you can safely observe traffic.
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2. You are approaching a green traffic light, but traffic is backed up on the other side of the intersection. What should you do?
- A. Enter the intersection because the light is green
- B. Drive around the stopped traffic
- C. Wait until there is enough room to clear the intersection
- D. Honk until traffic moves
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C. Wait until there is enough room to clear the intersection
A green light does not mean you should enter an intersection that you cannot clear.
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3. At an uncontrolled intersection, two vehicles arrive at approximately the same time. Which vehicle generally has the right-of-way?
- A. The vehicle on the left
- B. The vehicle on the right
- C. The faster vehicle
- D. The larger vehicle
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B. The vehicle on the right
When vehicles approach an intersection at approximately the same time, the driver on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right.
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4. You are turning left at an intersection and an oncoming vehicle is traveling straight through the intersection. Who should yield?
- A. The oncoming vehicle
- B. The vehicle traveling straight
- C. The driver turning left
- D. Both vehicles must stop
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C. The driver turning left
A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic that is close enough to constitute a hazard.
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5. You see a pedestrian preparing to cross at a marked crosswalk. What should you do?
- A. Speed up before the pedestrian enters the road
- B. Stop or yield as required and allow the pedestrian to cross safely
- C. Sound your horn and continue
- D. Pass another vehicle that has stopped for the pedestrian
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B. Stop or yield as required and allow the pedestrian to cross safely
Drivers must exercise caution around pedestrians and yield as required at crosswalks.
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6. An emergency vehicle approaches from behind with its siren and flashing lights activated. What should you do?
- A. Maintain your speed
- B. Stop immediately in your lane
- C. Move to the right and stop when safe
- D. Speed up to stay ahead of it
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C. Move to the right and stop when safe
When an emergency vehicle approaches using audible and visual signals, yield the right-of-way and move to the right side of the roadway and stop when safe.
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7. You are driving in heavy rain and your visibility is reduced. What is the safest response?
- A. Increase your speed to get through the rain quickly
- B. Reduce speed and increase following distance
- C. Use high beams continuously
- D. Follow the vehicle ahead more closely
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B. Reduce speed and increase following distance
Wet roads and reduced visibility require slower speeds and additional space between vehicles.
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8. Your vehicle begins to hydroplane on a wet road. What should you do?
- A. Brake hard immediately
- B. Turn the steering wheel sharply
- C. Ease off the accelerator and steer straight
- D. Accelerate to regain traction
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C. Ease off the accelerator and steer straight
When hydroplaning, reduce acceleration gradually and avoid sudden braking or steering movements.
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9. You are driving behind a large truck that blocks your view of the road ahead. What should you do?
- A. Follow very closely
- B. Increase your following distance
- C. Drive on the shoulder
- D. Use the horn continuously
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B. Increase your following distance
A larger following distance gives you more time to react and improves your view of traffic conditions.
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10. Before changing lanes, what should you do?
- A. Check mirrors, signal, and check the blind spot
- B. Signal only
- C. Check only the rearview mirror
- D. Move immediately if the lane looks clear
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A. Check mirrors, signal, and check the blind spot
A safe lane change requires checking mirrors, signaling your intention, and checking the blind spot before moving.
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11. You are approaching a railroad crossing and traffic ahead is stopped on the other side of the tracks. What should you do?
- A. Enter the crossing and wait on the tracks
- B. Stop before the tracks until you can completely clear the crossing
- C. Drive around the stopped vehicles
- D. Cross quickly before traffic moves
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B. Stop before the tracks until you can completely clear the crossing
Never enter a railroad crossing unless there is enough space on the other side for your vehicle to clear the tracks.
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12. You approach a yellow traffic light and can stop safely before the intersection. What should you generally do?
- A. Speed up to beat the light
- B. Stop before entering the intersection
- C. Always continue through
- D. Reverse away from the intersection
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B. Stop before entering the intersection
A steady yellow light warns that the signal is changing to red. If you can stop safely, you should stop.
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13. You are approaching a curve that limits your view of the road ahead. What should you do?
- A. Increase speed before entering the curve
- B. Reduce speed before entering the curve
- C. Drive across the center line
- D. Brake sharply while turning
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B. Reduce speed before entering the curve
Slowing before a curve helps maintain control and provides more time to respond to unexpected hazards.
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14. A vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to cross. What should you do?
- A. Pass the stopped vehicle immediately
- B. Stop behind the vehicle
- C. Drive onto the shoulder to pass
- D. Honk until the vehicle moves
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B. Stop behind the vehicle
Do not pass a vehicle that has stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross because the pedestrian may be hidden from your view.
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15. While driving, you notice that you are becoming very tired and having difficulty concentrating. What is the safest action?
- A. Open a window and continue driving
- B. Turn up the radio and continue
- C. Stop at a safe location and rest
- D. Drive faster to reach your destination sooner
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C. Stop at a safe location and rest
Fatigue can reduce attention and reaction time. The safest response is to stop driving and rest.
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16. You are driving on a two-lane road and an oncoming vehicle crosses the center line into your lane. What should you do?
- A. Accelerate toward the vehicle
- B. Move right if possible and slow down
- C. Move into the oncoming lane
- D. Close your eyes and brake suddenly
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B. Move right if possible and slow down
Moving away from the oncoming vehicle and reducing speed can help create space and reduce the severity of a potential collision.
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17. You are driving near a school and see children close to the roadway. What should you do?
- A. Maintain your normal speed regardless of conditions
- B. Slow down and be prepared for children to enter the roadway
- C. Pass other vehicles quickly
- D. Use the horn continuously
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B. Slow down and be prepared for children to enter the roadway
Children may enter the roadway unexpectedly, so drivers should reduce speed and remain especially alert in school areas.
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18. You are driving at night and an oncoming vehicle's headlights are making it difficult to see. What should you do?
- A. Look directly into the headlights
- B. Turn on your high beams
- C. Look toward the right edge of your lane and reduce speed if necessary
- D. Close one eye while driving
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C. Look toward the right edge of your lane and reduce speed if necessary
Avoid staring at bright headlights. Use the right edge of your lane as a visual guide and adjust your speed to maintain control.
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19. You are approaching an intersection when the traffic signal is not working. What should you do?
- A. Drive through without slowing
- B. Treat the intersection with caution and follow the applicable right-of-way rules
- C. Assume you always have the right-of-way
- D. Follow the vehicle ahead without checking
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B. Treat the intersection with caution and follow the applicable right-of-way rules
A malfunctioning traffic signal requires extra caution. Drivers should slow down and proceed according to applicable traffic and right-of-way rules.
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20. What is the main purpose of defensive driving when dealing with changing road situations?
- A. To drive faster than other vehicles
- B. To avoid making any turns
- C. To anticipate hazards and maintain enough time and space to respond
- D. To always drive below the speed limit
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C. To anticipate hazards and maintain enough time and space to respond
Defensive driving involves anticipating potential hazards, maintaining safe space, and adjusting driving behavior to changing conditions.