Alabama Permit Test (ALEA Knowledge Exam) Practice Test
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- 1. Signs & Signals
A red, eight-sided (octagonal) sign requires you to:
- a.Slow down and yield to the right
- b.Make a complete stop, then go when it is safe
- c.Stop only if a vehicle is approaching
- d.Merge into the next lane
Answer: b
Explanation: A red octagon is always a STOP sign; you must come to a full stop at the stop line or crosswalk and proceed only when it is safe. (Alabama Driver Manual, traffic signs)
- 2. Signs & Signals
A flashing red traffic signal means:
- a.Stop completely, then proceed when it is safe, as at a STOP sign
- b.Speed up to clear the intersection
- c.The signal is out of service, so ignore it
- d.Turn left only
Answer: a
Explanation: A flashing red light has the same meaning as a STOP sign: stop fully, then continue when the way is clear. (Alabama Driver Manual, traffic signals)
- 3. Signs & Signals
A solid white line along the road usually means:
- a.You may cross freely at any time
- b.It marks the edge of the road or a lane where changes are discouraged
- c.Passing is required
- d.The lane is for turning only
Answer: b
Explanation: A solid white line marks the road edge or separates same-direction lanes where lane changes are discouraged. (Alabama Driver Manual, pavement markings)
- 4. Rules of the Road & Right-of-Way
When an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights and a siren, you should:
- a.Speed up to get out of the area
- b.Stop where you are in the lane
- c.Continue at the same speed
- d.Pull to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes
Answer: d
Explanation: Pull over to the right, stop, and stay until the emergency vehicle has passed. (Alabama Driver Manual)
- 5. Rules of the Road & Right-of-Way
Alabama's Move Over law requires that, when you approach a stopped emergency, police, or tow vehicle displaying flashing lights, you:
- a.Stop in your lane until it leaves
- b.Move over a lane if safe, or slow down when you cannot
- c.Keep your speed and hold your lane
- d.Sound your horn to warn the workers
Answer: b
Explanation: Alabama's Move Over law requires drivers to change lanes away from a stopped emergency or service vehicle when safe, or slow down if moving over is not possible. (Alabama Driver Manual, Move Over law)
- 6. Safe Driving & Sharing the Road
Large trucks have big blind spots ('No-Zones'). To stay safe you should:
- a.Drive directly behind the trailer
- b.Stay beside the truck's rear wheels
- c.Assume the driver can always see you
- d.Avoid lingering alongside and pass promptly on the left
Answer: d
Explanation: Trucks have wide blind spots on all sides; if you cannot see the driver's mirrors, they cannot see you, so do not linger beside them and pass on the left. (Alabama Driver Manual, sharing the road with trucks)
- 7. Speed & Road Conditions
The 'basic speed law' means you must:
- a.Always drive the posted maximum
- b.Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions
- c.Match the speed of the fastest car
- d.Drive at least 10 mph under the limit
Answer: b
Explanation: The basic speed law requires you to drive no faster than is reasonable and prudent for traffic, weather, and road conditions, even below the posted limit. (Alabama Driver Manual, speed)
- 8. Speed & Road Conditions
In fog, the safest choice is to:
- a.Slow down and use low-beam headlights
- b.Use high beams for more light
- c.Speed up to leave the fog
- d.Turn off all lights
Answer: a
Explanation: In fog, slow down and use low beams; high beams reflect off the fog and reduce visibility further. (Alabama Driver Manual)
- 9. Alcohol, Licensing & Teen Driving Laws
Under Alabama's Stage II restricted license, a driver under 18 generally may not drive between:
- a.10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- b.midnight and 6 a.m.
- c.11 p.m. and 5 a.m.
- d.1 a.m. and 5 a.m.
Answer: b
Explanation: Alabama's restricted (Stage II) license prohibits driving between midnight and 6 a.m. unless accompanied by a parent/guardian or licensed driver 21 or older, or driving to work, school, church, or a medical/hunting/fishing purpose. (Alabama Driver Manual, GDL)
- 10. Alcohol, Licensing & Teen Driving Laws
For an Alabama driver under 21, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of:
- a.0.08 or higher
- b.0.05 or higher
- c.0.10 or higher
- d.0.02 or higher (zero-tolerance)
Answer: d
Explanation: Alabama applies a zero-tolerance limit of 0.02 BAC for drivers under 21, well below the 0.08 adult limit. (Alabama Driver Manual, DUI/underage)