DMV Test Arkansas | DMV Permit Practice Test

1.Which of the following statements about driving speed is true?

As your speed increases, the chance of a fatality increases.

As your speed increases, so should your following distance.

Both of the above.

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2.Arkansas law requires drivers to turn on their headlights when:

They are driving closely behind another vehicle.

Windshield wipers are in use.

They want to get somebody's attention

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3.When adjusting your rearview mirror, you should be able to clearly see:

The entire rear window.

The passengers in the backseat.

Your own reflection.

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4.When you are behind a motorcycle, you should:

Be ready to use your horn.

Drive more slowly.

Allow a larger following distance

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5.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.

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6.You are involved in a minor collision at an intersection. There are no injuries and there is very little vehicle damage. You should:

Leave your vehicle in the traffic lane until law enforcement arrives.

Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible.

Not move your vehicle for any reason.

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7.If you experience a tire blowout:

Tap or pump the brakes

Slow down gradually and use your brakes lightly.

Apply the brakes firmly and quickly.

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8.A broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line indicates that passing is:

Permitted from the side next to the solid yellow line.

Not permitted from either direction.

Permitted from the side next to the broken yellow line.

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9.Which of these statements is true about large trucks?

They take longer to stop than passenger vehicles.

They all have air brakes that allow them to stop quickly.

They are more maneuverable than passenger vehicles.

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10.What is a potential effect of taking a prescription drug while drinking alcohol?

There will likely be no effect.

It will make you more alert.

It can make you unfit to drive

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11.You can help keep the driver behind you a safe distance away from your vehicle by:

Driving 10 mph faster than the car behind you.

Driving 10 mph slower than the car behind you.

Maintaining a steady speed.

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12.Adjust your rearview and side mirrors:

Before you start driving.

Whenever you need to use them.

Before you get into the car.

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13.You are approaching an intersection with a steady yellow traffic light. If you have not already entered the intersection, you should:

Speed up to beat the red light.

Reduce you speed and proceed carefully through the intersection.

Come to a safe stop.

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14."No passing zone" signs tell drivers:

To speed up slightly.

That it is not safe to pass.

To maintain a steady speed.

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15.If a child is riding a bicycle near your vehicle:

Beep your horn.

Expect the child to be in total control of the bicycle.

Expect the unexpected.

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16.The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. What should you do?

Cautiously pass the vehicle at 10 mph or slower.

Stop, proceeding only when all the pedestrians have crossed.

Change lanes, look carefully, and pass the stopped vehicle.

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17.If the driver of an oncoming vehicle fails to dim their headlights:

Look toward the center of the roadway

Look toward the right side of the road.

Look straight ahead.

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18.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.

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19.When driving on the highway, consistently looking far ahead of your vehicle:

Helps you keep up with traffic.

Reduces the need for last-minute braking or turning.

Allows you to spot upcoming police officers.

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20.If you have an argument with another person and you are angry, you should:

Loudly play the radio while driving so you won’t think about your argument.

Take a few minutes to cool off before driving.

Drive on the interstate to let off steam.

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21.When you see a flashing yellow light at an intersection, you should:

Yield to all traffic before crossing the intersection.

Stop, then enter the intersection when it is safe to do so.

Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.

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22.Which of the following are factors commonly contributing to traffic crashes?

Exceeding the posted speed limit and driving too fast for conditions or circumstances.

Getting adequate rest and staying alert.

Scanning the environment and staying focused on the driving task.

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23.When driving behind another vehicle at night, you should:

Keep your headlights on the low beam setting.

Use your high beam headlights until you are within 10 feet of the vehicle ahead.

Use your high beam headlights.

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24.When passing another vehicle, you should return to your original lane when:

You can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.

You have cleared the front bumper of the passed vehicle.

You are 50 feet in front of the passed vehicle.

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25.Which of the following is a dangerous habit when driving in work zones?

Tailgating another vehicle

Failing to carefully watch for workers and moving equipment

Both of the above

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26.Having a driver license is a:

Requirement.

Privilege.

Right.

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27.You should not make sudden stops in front of large trucks and buses because:

Small vehicle drivers cannot adequately see large trucks and buses in their rearview mirrors.

Large trucks and buses, due to their size and weight, require longer distances to stop than smaller passenger vehicles.

Large trucks and buses travel at a higher speeds than small vehicles.

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28.Increase your following distance when driving behind a large vehicle:

To better see around the sides of the vehicle.

Because other drivers tend to pull behind large vehicles before trying to pass them.

Because following too closely will get you caught in the vehicle's slipstream.

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29.You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red:

Under any circumstances.

Unless you entered the intersection on a yellow light.

Unless you entered the intersection on a green light.

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30.To avoid hydroplaning while driving in rainy conditions, you should:

Drive at a speed appropriate for ideal conditions.

Apply your brakes as soon as your car starts to skid.

Slow down.

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31.If you are driving near a large commercial vehicle, you should:

Follow the large vehicle closely to reduce wind drag on your vehicle.

Avoid driving beside it for long stretches of time.

Drive on its right side when on curves and hills.

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32.At dawn or dusk and in rain or snow, it can be hard to see and be seen. A good way to let other drivers know you are there is to turn:

Up the instrumental panel lights.

On your parking lights.

On your headlights.

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33.Handicap parking spaces are available:

To anyone, but only if all other spaces are occupied.

Only to drivers with the appropriate license plate or hanging tag.

To people who are not feeling well.

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34.If your vehicle begins to skid, you should:

Ease up on the gas pedal.

Brake as hard as possible.

Turn off the ignition.

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35.Which of the following factors affect an individual's absorption of alcohol?

Weight

Height

Intelligence

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36.Having a driver license is a:

Right, not a privilege.

Privilege, not a right

Requirement.

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37.When approaching a flashing yellow traffic light, drivers should:

Treat the light like a stop sign.

Wait until the light turns green to proceed.

Slow down and proceed with caution through the intersection

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38.A broken yellow line down the center of a road indicates that:

A construction zone is ahead.

Passing is not permitted from either direction.

Passing is permitted from either direction.

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39.As you approach an intersection with a flashing yellow light:

Stop before crossing the intersection.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Wait for a green light before proceeding.

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40.Which statement is true?

You should put on your cruise control near a railroad crossing to maintain a constant speed.

You must stop at a railroad crossing when directed to do so by a flagger or stop sign.

You have the right-of-way at a railroad crossing and do not need to stop.

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41.You want to turn left at an upcoming corner. Yield the right-of-way to:

Oncoming vehicles also turning left.

All approaching vehicles.

Pedestrians on the sidewalk waiting for a "Walk" signal.

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42.You should use your horn when:

Another vehicle is in your way.

It may help prevent a collision.

Another driver makes a mistake.

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43.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.

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44.The best thing to do if you become tired while driving is to:

Stop to rest or change drivers.

Drink coffee.

Open a window.

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45.To avoid the need for last-minute braking or turning, consistently look down the road ____ ahead of your vehicle.

Three seconds

10 seconds

15 seconds

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DMV Permit Practice Test

The Arkansas DMV test consists of 25 questions that include the concepts of traffic laws, road signs and safety measures. The eligible age to attain the test is 14 years. The passing score is 80%, and out of 25 questions, the applicant has to answer 20 questions correctly.