Alabama Car Driving Permit Test-23 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

If you have trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway, you should drive more slowly and turn on your:

Emergency flashers.
Parking lights.
Headlights.

Explanation

Q.2.

At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:

Stop, listen, and proceed cautiously.
Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming.
Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason.

Explanation

Q.3.

This sign means:

Do not enter.
Stop ahead.
Roadwork or maintenance is present.

Explanation

Q.4.

This sign is a warning that you are approaching:

An intersection.
A crosswalk.
A railroad crossing.

Explanation

Q.5.

Regulatory signs are:

Green.
Yellow.
White.

Explanation

Q.6.

This road sign means:

Steep grade ahead.
The road ahead winds with a series of turns or curves.
Slippery when wet.

Explanation

Q.7.

If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, you should:

Make sure the pedestrian can see you before proceeding.
Cautiously drive around the pedestrian.
Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing.

Explanation

Q.8.

This sign means:

Merge right.
Divided highway begins.
Lane ends.

Explanation

Q.9.

Where is it safe to pass another vehicle?

Within an intersection where there are no oncoming vehicles
Wherever signs and/or pavement markings permit passing
Within a curve where there are no oncoming vehicles

Explanation

Q.10.

To see objects in their blind spot when changing lanes, drivers should check:

Only the left outside mirror.
Over their left or right shoulder.
Only the inside rearview mirror.

Explanation

Q.11.

You are required to stop your vehicle:

At any intersection where a police officer orders you to stop.
Where there is a red traffic light.
Both of the above.

Explanation

Q.12.

Which of the following road surfaces freezes first?

A tunnel
An intersection
A bridge

Explanation

Q.13.

A steady green traffic light at an intersection means:

Increase your speed.
Adjust your mirrors.
You may continue through the intersection at a safe and reasonable speed, if it is clear to do so.

Explanation

Q.14.

If you find that the roadway ahead of you is flooded, you should:

Slam on the brakes.
Not drive through the flooded area. Turn around and find another route.
Drive only in the center of the roadway.

Explanation

Q.15.

This sign means:

No U-turn.
No left turn.
No right turn.

Explanation

Q.16.

When changing lanes, you can check your blind spot by:

Using the inside rearview mirror.
Turning your head and looking over your shoulder.
Using your side mirror.

Explanation

Q.17.

To help others see you when daylight begins to fade, you should use your:

Parking lights.
Low beam headlights.
Emergency flashers.

Explanation

Q.18.

When changing lanes, you should never:

Look over your shoulder to check your blind spot.
Change lanes abruptly or spontaneously.
Check for other vehicles moving into the same lane.

Explanation

Q.19.

Adjust your rearview and side mirrors:

Before you start driving.
Whenever you need to use them.
Before you get into the car.

Explanation

Q.20.

When approaching an intersection with a flashing red light, you must:

Come to a complete stop, yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then proceed.
Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.
Come to a complete stop and remain stopped as long as the light is red.

Explanation

Q.21.

If you are about to be hit from the rear, you should not:

Release your seat belt.
Brace yourself.
Press your head against the head restraint.

Explanation

Q.22.

When should drivers yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in a crosswalk?

Only if the pedestrians first wave to the driver.
Only if the pedestrians are not texting while walking.
At all times.

Explanation

Q.23.

This sign means:

Pedestrians walking along the road ahead.
Pedestrian crossing ahead.
Pedestrians must not cross here.

Explanation

Q.24.

You have stopped for a train at a railroad crossing. After the train passes, you should:

Wait for signal lights to stop flashing.
Look for a second train.
Both of the above.

Explanation

Q.25.

A distraction when driving is:

Anything that causes evasive action while driving.
Anything that takes your attention away from driving.
Anything that causes you to pay more attention to driving.

Explanation

Q.26.

In rainy weather, you should be most careful when turning or stopping:

After it has been raining all day.
One half hour after it stops raining.
During the first half hour of rain.

Explanation

Q.27.

This road sign means:

Bicycle crossing.
Stop only if other cars are approaching.
Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.

Explanation

Q.28.

What is the only medically proven method of removing alcohol or other drug combinations from your system?

Breathe in some fresh air.
Give your body time.
Drink coffee.

Explanation

Q.29.

This road sign means:

The roadway ends ahead.
Drivers must bear either right or left.
A four-way intersection is ahead.

Explanation

Q.30.

To prevent yourself from becoming an aggressive driver:

Relax and concentrate on driving.
Drive above the posted speed limit.
Tailgate the driver in front of you.

Explanation

Q.31.

To be able to turn quickly, your hands must be:

On opposite sides of the steering wheel.
Next to each other on the top of the steering wheel.
On the top and bottom of the steering wheel.

Explanation

Q.32.

Which of these statements is true about drugs and driving?

Even over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving.
Any prescription drug is safe to use if you don't feel drowsy.
Only illegal drugs can impair your driving.

Explanation

Q.33.

When being passed by another vehicle:

Brake hard.
Maintain a constant speed.
Speed up.

Explanation

Q.34.

This sign means:

Upcoming downgrade or hill.
Road construction area.
Upcoming narrowing of roadway.

Explanation

Q.35.

What does this road sign mean?

Falling rocks
Trucks use second gear
Steep hill

Explanation

Q.36.

At a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if:

You first come to a complete stop.
You wait until the light changes.
You are in the proper lane and the roadway is clear.

Explanation

Q.37.

When entering an interstate highway, you should:

Stop, check for cars, and enter when safe.
Check for cars and reduce your speed to 25 mph before entering the traffic lane.
Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic, and merge when the way is clear.

Explanation

Q.38.

In inclement weather, you should:

Steer off the road.
Drive in a low gear.
Steer and brake smoothly.

Explanation

Q.39.

This road sign means:

Intersection ahead.
Merging traffic.
Steep hill ahead.

Explanation

Q.40.

This sign means:

No right turn.
You must turn right.
Watch for traffic on your right.

Explanation

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