Arizona Permit Test (MVD Written Test) Practice Test
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- 1. Signs & Signals
What must you do at a red, eight-sided (octagonal) sign?
- a.Slow down and merge left
- b.Come to a complete stop, then go when it is safe
- c.Yield only to trucks
- d.Stop only if another car is present
Answer: b
Explanation: A red octagon is a STOP sign; you must stop completely at the stop line or crosswalk, then proceed when it is safe. (Arizona Driver License Manual, traffic signs)
- 2. Signs & Signals
A flashing red traffic light means:
- a.Stop, then proceed when it is safe, the same as a STOP sign
- b.Speed up to clear the intersection
- c.Slow down but you never need to stop
- d.The signal is broken, so ignore it
Answer: a
Explanation: In Arizona a flashing red light has the same meaning as a STOP sign: stop completely, then go when it is safe. (Arizona Driver License Manual, traffic signals)
- 3. Signs & Signals
A round sign with an X and the letters RR warns that:
- a.A rest area is ahead
- b.A railroad crossing is ahead
- c.A right turn is required
- d.A road repair crew is working
Answer: b
Explanation: The round yellow sign with an X and RR is an advance warning of a railroad crossing; be ready to stop for trains. (Arizona Driver License Manual, warning signs)
- 4. Rules of the Road & Right of Way
At a four-way stop where two vehicles arrive at the same time, who goes first?
- a.The vehicle on the right
- b.The larger vehicle
- c.The vehicle on the left
- d.Whoever honks first
Answer: a
Explanation: When two vehicles reach a four-way stop at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right. (Arizona Driver License Manual, right-of-way)
- 5. Rules of the Road & Right of Way
Under Arizona's Move Over Law, when you approach a stopped emergency or utility vehicle with flashing lights, you should:
- a.Maintain speed and hold your lane
- b.Move over a lane if safe, or slow down and pass with caution
- c.Stop in the travel lane until it leaves
- d.Pass only on the right shoulder
Answer: b
Explanation: Arizona's Move Over Law requires you to move over a lane when possible, or slow down and proceed with caution, for stopped emergency and service vehicles. (Arizona Driver License Manual, Move Over Law, ARS 28-775)
- 6. Safe Driving & Sharing the Road
When sharing the road with a motorcycle, you should:
- a.Follow more closely because they stop faster
- b.Allow a full lane and extra following distance
- c.Expect the rider to always signal turns
- d.Pass without checking your mirrors
Answer: b
Explanation: Motorcycles are entitled to a full lane and are harder to see; give them room and check blind spots before changing lanes. (Arizona Driver License Manual, sharing the road)
- 7. Safe Driving & Sharing the Road
Under Arizona's Safety Belt Law, seat belts are required for:
- a.Only the driver
- b.Only children in the back seat
- c.No one, since it is optional
- d.Each front-seat occupant, and the driver must require passengers under 16 to buckle up
Answer: d
Explanation: Arizona requires each front-seat occupant to wear a seat belt, and the driver must ensure passengers under 16 are buckled. (Arizona Driver License Manual, Safety Belt Law)
- 8. Speed & Conditions
When no limit is posted, the speed limit approaching a school crosswalk is:
- a.15 mph
- b.25 mph
- c.35 mph
- d.45 mph
Answer: a
Explanation: The manual sets 15 mph when approaching a school crosswalk where no other limit is posted. (Arizona Driver License Manual, speed limits)
- 9. Speed & Conditions
In rain, snow, or ice you should:
- a.Keep the same speed and spacing
- b.Speed up to spend less time on the road
- c.Follow more closely to see better
- d.Reduce your speed and increase your following distance
Answer: d
Explanation: The manual advises reducing speed and doubling your following distance in bad weather. (Arizona Driver License Manual, adjusting speed to conditions)
- 10. Alcohol, Drugs & the Graduated License
For a driver under 21, Arizona's alcohol rule is:
- a.The same 0.08 limit as adults
- b.0.05 percent is allowed
- c.Zero tolerance: any trace of alcohol can suspend the license
- d.Alcohol is allowed with a parent present
Answer: c
Explanation: Arizona applies zero tolerance to drivers under 21; any trace of alcohol can lead to a two-year license suspension. (Arizona Driver License Manual, zero tolerance)