Alabama Permit Test Guide

Alabama Permit Test Flash Cards pull to the curb and stop When drivers hear the siren of an emergency vehicle while driving on a one-way street, they should: pump the brakes The best way to stop your vehicle when the road is slippery and wet is to: driver is convicted of racing on highways A driver's license may be suspended when: stop and yield to vehicles on the highway A driver who wants to enter a highway from a private road: notify state troopers If your vehicle hits an unattended vehicle on a highway, you should: change lanes When you see a motorcyclist on the right side of your lane, you should: dim high-beam lights While driving at night, you must _________ when within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle. What is the meaning of this sign? road shoulder lower than road increase speed to match the other vehicles As you approach and enter the acceleration lane: When you see this road sign while driving, you should: turn left or right What does this sign mean? no passing zone take your foot off the gas and slow down To handle hydroplaning, the best thing to do is: solid white line _________ indicates the outside edge of the traffic lane, and may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder. vehicle registration, driver's license, and proof of insurance When stopped for a traffic violation, which documents must be provided by the driver? low-beam lights Rain, snow and fog reduce visibility, so drivers should use_________ in such situations. 193 feet What is the safe braking distance for a passenger vehicle moving at a speed of 55 miles per hour? if you can without exceeding the speed limit On two-lane roads with traffic moving in both directions, you may pass traffic on the left: 1/4 stop and yield the right of way When you see an elderly person crossing an intersection, you should: slow down If your wheels drift onto the shoulder of the road: to the right If two vehicles enter an intersection that is not controlled by signs/signals, from different roadways at about the same time, then the vehicle _________ has the right of way. four of five In bad weather conditions, increase your following distance to a ________ second count. pull to the right and slow down When you see a car coming towards you in your lane, you should: 90 days The penalty for a first conviction, for persons whose blood alcohol content is .02% or more, and who are under 21 years of age, is the suspension of license for: look over your shoulder and at rear view mirrors and use turn signals In preparing to leave a parallel parking spot, a driver should: What should drivers do when they see this road sign? Go right seat belts Statistics show that in a crash, 40 percent of deaths are caused by striking the windshield, windshield frame or instrument panel, which can be prevented by the use of: hand and arm extended upward The correct hand signal for indicating a right turn is: diamond interchange The _________ design feature enables vehicles to enter or leave the main highway, while flowing with the traffic. no-zones The danger areas around trucks and buses where crashes are more likely to occur are called: stop and have someone else drive When you are under emotional or physical stress while driving a vehicle, it is better to: $500 A first conviction, for not having a mandatory liability insurance, carries a fine of up to: What does this road sign mean? narrow bridge ahead slow-moving vehicle This road sign displayed on the rear of the vehicle indicates: 2/4 This sign warns the drivers that they are in a: two-way roadway Upon seeing a school bus with flashing lights approaching in an opposite direction, a driver travelling on a divided highway should: continue driving What does this road sign mean? cattle crossing straight ahead When planning to make a left turn across an intersection and you are waiting in the middle of the intersection for the traffic to clear, your front tires should be turned: look for roadwork When you see a \"Roadwork Ahead\" sign you should: 3 The measure to be used by the driver who is following a vehicle under good road conditions is a ____second following distance Never You should drive on the shoulder to pass a car only: slow down and cross carefully When you see a flashing yellow light at an intersection you should: apply pressure without locking up the wheels To stop in an emergency situation when your car does not have ABS brakes, you should: only as fast as it is safe to drive When driving in adverse conditions, the proper speed to travel is: Look toward the right edge of your lane When a car with bright headlights comes toward you at night, you should: Only when making a left turn into a business or home driveway When is it legal to cross a double solid yellow line? turned to the left When you park your car uphill next to a curb, the right front wheel should be: take your foot off the gas and turn into the skid If your car begins to skid, you should: if you look over your shoulder When you want to change lanes, you can see if another vehicle is in your blind spot: 3/4 understand the side effects of the medication When taking medication while driving, the most important thing for you to do is: steer with one hand, while looking over your shoulder When you are backing up, it is usually best to: the first rain after a dry spell Roads and highways are always most slippery when: never When passing another vehicle, you can exceed the posted speed limit: slow down and avoid braking To safely navigate through a curve, you should: always Safety belts should be worn: use low beams When driving in foggy road conditions, you should: check your blind spot You see a car approaching from the rear, but when you check your mirror again before changing lanes, you no longer see it. You should: drive slower If you see brake lights coming on several vehicles ahead of you, you should: use turn signals changing lanes and making turns, entering and exiting freeways, and driving toward or away from a curb or roadside, drivers must: all mirrors and turning your head When you enter a freeway, you should check traffic by using: look past the car ahead of you When you look ahead while driving, it is best to: lack of driving skill What is a common factor in the traffic deaths of teenage drivers? so you know if you are being tailgated You should check traffic behind you: put it in park When parked on any hill, you should always set your parking brake and: cause an accident Driving slower than other traffic tends to: large tour bus Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a: at the crosswalk Where should you stop your vehicle when there is no limit line? stop and then continue driving when it is safe When a traffic signal light is not working, you should: take your foot off the gas pedal When you follow vehicles too closely and another driver suddenly cuts in front of you, what should you do? What does this warning sign represent? downhill route ahead What does this road sign indicate? workers on or near roadway When changing lanes and making turns, entering and exiting freeways, and driving toward or away from a curb or roadside drivers must ____________ use turn signals 4/4