Alaska DMV Practice Test Guide

Alaska DMV Practice Test Excluding business districts, alleys, school zones and residential districts, unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit on Alaskan roadways? 55 mph Which statement is not true? You may not drive below the posted speed limit. What statements are true? 1. High speed causes tire wear 2. Constantly driving at the same speed causes monotony and road hypnosis 3. High speed results in poor gasoline mileage The first thing affected after drinking alcohol is a person's? Judgment When turning around on a city street, the safest idea is to? Drive around the block. When driving on a multi-lane roadway you should check for blind spots behind you by:? None of the above (Honking your horn, slow down, or change lanes) It is permissible to drive around a railroad crossing gate that is down or going down when? Never When the rear of your vehicle skids to the left while driving at a moderate speed on a straight stretch of snow covered pavement, you should? Turn the wheels in the direction of the skid When driving in a roundabout you should? All of the above (Enter when there is a gap, yield to traffic in roundabout, and exit at any street or continue if you missed) Demerit points are added to your driver record when you are convicted of a traffic violation. How many points accumulated in a 12 month period will result in suspension of your license? 12 A driver may receive two demerit points for failing to restrain passengers under the age of 16 and may receive a fine up to? $50 Under Alaskan law, seat belts are required when? For everyone in the vehicle at all times What does the solid red arrow mean? Stop and do not turn until the arrow turns to green. Alaska's implied consent law requires you to? Provide a sample of your breath after a lawful arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) When backing up your vehicle you should? Turn your body and head to the right to look out the rear window You see a flashing red ball. You should? All the above (Come to a complete stop, proceed when it is safe, proceed as if it were a stop sign) A suspension of your license means your driving privileges are All of the above temporarily taken away. Under what circumstances would a driver (Operating/owning an uninsured vehicle in a crash, demerit point face license suspension? from the same violation, driving in violation of your restrictions) A dashed white line on a multi-lane roadway means? Passing is permitted into adjoining lane across dashed white line To avoid a rear end collision with the car in front of you? All of the above (Look for problems, watch brake lights, and use 4 second rule) A conviction of reckless driving will result in? Revocation of the license to drive The school zone speed limit is? 20 mph When turning right from a two way street onto another two way street you should? All of the above (Signal intention to turn 100 feet before, look for pedestrians, get into right lane beforehand) Which illustration shows the hand signal for a right turn? Image B (Hand is upwards, like a hi) A driver approaching a stopped school bus displaying flashing amber lights should always? Slow down and come to a complete stop This sign warns you to? (Lights, red, yellow, green, on yellow sign) Look for traffic light ahead When parked facing downhill, the front wheels should be? Turned towards the curb or shoulder When you see the sign above, you are allowed to? (red circle with straight white line) None of these (Enter street, stop at sign, drive in reverse) 1/4 When turning left from a one way street onto a two way street you Start in positing 2 and follow path D (second lane to the farthest should? lane) At this sign you must? (Red sign) Make a complete stop You are permitted to use drugs while driving under what conditions? None of these (No doctor, no legal drugs, no controlled substance) You must indicate your intention to turn at least _____ before turning? 100 feet You are presumed to be driving under the influence if the alcohol concentration of your breath is ____ or more? .08% Before pulling out to pass on the highway you must? Signal your intention Vehicles operated by police, fire departments, and ambulances are equipped with sirens. When a siren is in operation on an emergency vehicle, you must? Pull over to the side and stop clear of intersection How long does it take on average to cancel the effects of a 4 ounce glass of wine, a 12 ounce of beer, or a shot (1.5 ounces) of alcohol? One hour As you enter an intersection, a traffic light turns yellow. You should? Pass on through cautiously What are the impacts of impaired driving or driving under the influence? All of the above (Public embarrassment, loss of jobs, loss of life) When this sign is posted on a multi-lane highway, you? (Speed limit sign) May drive 55 miles per hour If you are involved in a crash, you are required to do what right away? All of the above (Warn other traffic, help anyone, and stop) An orange triangle with red borders like this sign means? Slow moving vehicle Which of the following is not a night driving safety tip? Look into headlights of oncoming vehicles The meaning of the sign above is? (Arrows - one is up other is down) Two way road If your driving privileges have been suspended, canceled, or revoked by another state you may obtain an Alaskan license? Only after that state's suspension or revocation has been terminated When entering a controlled access highway-freeway it is important? Use the acceleration lane before merging into the traffic stream Weather conditions affect your vehicle, that's why you should? All of these (Stay back from other vehicles, not drive on bald tires, and keep tank full in winter) After drinking, doing the following can help you sober up? Wait a period of time. Only time will eliminate the effects of alcohol Alaska's mandatory insurance law requires that drivers and vehicle owners be covered by liability automobile insurance. The minimum penalty for a driver who fails to provide verification of motor vehicle? 90 days In addition to reporting to the police and your insurance company when you are involved in a vehicle crash, when would proof of Only when there is death or personal injury or property damage automobile liability insurance need to be provided to the DMV of $501 or more within 16 days? A flashing yellow traffic signal means? Slow down and proceed with caution Pedestrians? All of the above (Using guide dogs or white canes have right of way always, should cross at crosswalks, wear light colored clothes in dark) If your license is suspended or revoked, the period of suspension or revocation will continue beyond the ending date unless you properly reinstate your driving privileges. To reinstate your driving privileges you? All of the above (Pass required tests, pay reinstatement fees, provide proof of financial responsibility for the future) 2/4 When parking up hill direction on a roadway that has a curb, turn the front wheels? Away from the curb When following an emergency vehicle responding to an emergency you may not follow closer than? 500 feet Alaska law required vehicles to be registered and display license plates? Two plates with month and year lab displayed on rear plate If you are arrested for DUI and refuse to take a breath test or the result is .08 or more, your privilege to drive or to obtain a license will be revoked by DMV? True If pedestrian is crossing the street in crosswalk, you must? Stop until the person is out of the crosswalk If two vehicles approach an intersection with no signs or traffic lights at the same time? The vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right To prevent being struck from behind? Keep pace with the traffic Parking lights may only be used? When parked Slow down, yield, and be prepared to stop for pedestrians? When approaching them as they are crossing or walking on the roadway What does this sign mean? (Two arrows connecting to make one) Traffic merging in from right an orange sign with black letters means? construction slower moving vehicles on a multi lane highway should use? right hand lane if a big game animal like a moose runs in front of your vehicle you should? brake but do not swerve When turning from a two way street onto a one way street which path should you follow? path a The first half hour after it starts to rain often makes the road surface slippery because: Dust and road film are not washed off the road surface This sign means (U arrow with a red circle and a line across it) No U-Turn You are stopped at a railroad crossing and the train has just passed. You can: Look to see if another train is coming and then cross the tracks if it is clear A solid yellow line on your side of the road and a broken line on the other means: Do not cross This sign is at the corner that you want to take a left on. (Left arrow with red circle and line across it). You should ... go straight, no left turn At an intersection with a traffic light showing a left green arrow, you should: Turn left when intersection is lcear Alaska's mandatory insurance law requires the vehicle owner or $50,000/$100,000 for bodily injury or death and $25,000 for propdriver to carry an automobile liability insurance policy with what erty damage minimum levels? When getting ready to pass, you should? Check well ahead for a no passing zone and incoming vehicles Driving under less than ideal conditions requires you to adjust your speed to: All of the above (weather conditions, current streets, and other traffic) Under Ak's financial responsibility act, if you are determined to be Three years or until a financial settlement is made with damaged at fault for a vehicle crash and not covered by automobile liability parties or insurance company insurance, the minimum license suspension is: Alaska law requires that inviduals with an Alaska driver's license or permit who have changed their name or address must notify the DMV within: 30 days It is illegal to park closer than ___ feet from a fire hydrant 15 feet If you come to an intersection and you see the sign above, you must: (red triangle outline) Come to a complete stop if necessary yield to others If you are about to miss your exit from a controlled access highway or freeway you should: Continue on to the next exit 3/4 Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a crime that carries a mandatory jail sentence. What is the minimum jail time you will get in a first conviction for DUI? 3 days Sharing the road with large trucks can be dangerous. Which of the following is true? all of the above You are driving on a highway with separated roadways with two or more lanes in each direction. A school bus has stopped in the opposite direction. you need not stop Motorcyclists have the same rights and responsibilities on public roadways as other drivers. Which of the following is false? if a motorcyclist is riding to one side of the lane and the lane is wide enough, you can get in the same lane If your vehicle is not equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), you should pump your brakes to slow down because: it prevents skids A revocation of your license means your driving privileges are taken away. Under which of the following situations will your license Being under 21 and using a fake drivers license to obtain alcohol be revoked? If a big game animal like a moose runs in front of your vehicle you should: brake firmly but do not swerve Parking lights may only be used: when parked Dim your high beam headlights when you are __________ feet away from an oncoming vehicle 500 feet or more 4/4