Alabama ALEA permit practice test 3
25 questions written from the Alabama Driver Manual, covering road signs, signals and pavement markings, right of way, speed limits, following and passing and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.
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Question 1What does an EMERGENCY STOPPING ONLY sign mean?
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D: Stopping is permitted only for real emergencies. Stopping is permitted only for real emergencies. Alabama Driver Manual: Regulatory Signs, page 43.
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Question 2What do broken white lines dividing lanes mean?
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B: Lanes moving in the same direction; may be crossed when passing. Broken white lines divide lanes of traffic moving in one direction and may be crossed when passing. Alabama Driver Manual: Pavement Markings, page 52.
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Question 3When must you stop for a school safety patrol member?
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C: When they display an official flag in the STOP position. A complete stop is required when a school patrol member displays an official flag in the STOP position. Alabama Driver Manual: Stopping, page 60.
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Question 4What is the statutory speed limit on an Alabama county paved road unless posted?
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B: 45 mph. County paved roads have a 45 mph limit unless posted. Alabama Driver Manual: Statutory Speed Limits, page 60.
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Question 5Is it lawful to drive on the shoulder to pass in Alabama?
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C: No, except in an emergency or when directed by traffic authorities. The shoulder is not a passing lane. Using it to pass is illegal except in an emergency or when officials direct you to. Alabama Driver Manual: No Passing Zones, page 65.
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Question 6What number can you dial on a cell phone to reach Alabama State Troopers for highway emergencies?
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C: *HP (*47). Dial *HP (*47) toll-free to contact Alabama State Troopers for emergencies, crashes and drunk drivers. Alabama Driver Manual: Chapter 8 - Driving the Freeways, page 76.
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Question 7After an Alabama learner turns 16, who may supervise them?
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D: Any licensed driver occupying the seat beside them. After the 16th birthday, the learner may drive with any licensed driver in the seat beside them. Alabama Driver Manual: The Learner License and Restricted License, page 9.
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Question 8Who must wear a safety belt under Alabama law?
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B: Each occupant, regardless of age. Alabama's safety belt law requires each occupant, regardless of age, to be restrained. Alabama Driver Manual: Alabama's Safety Belt and Child Restraint Laws, page 30.
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Question 9Who is the truck apron in a roundabout for?
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A: The rear wheels of large trucks. The truck apron is a paved area for the rear wheels of large trucks. It isn't meant for cars, pickups or SUVs. Alabama Driver Manual: Truck Apron, page 58.
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Question 10How much space does Alabama law require when passing a bicyclist?
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D: At least 3 feet. Alabama law requires at least three feet between your vehicle and a person on a bicycle when passing. Alabama Driver Manual: Sharing the Road with Bicycles, page 24.
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Question 11How close to a flashing beacon, stop sign or traffic signal at the side of the road may you park in Alabama?
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C: No closer than 30 feet. You may not park within 30 feet of a stop sign, flashing beacon or traffic signal placed at the roadside. Alabama Driver Manual: Parking, page 29.
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Question 12At what BAC does research show the driving ability of most individuals is impaired to some degree?
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C: .05 percent. Research shows a BAC of .05 percent impairs most people to some degree, and at .08 percent everyone is definitely impaired. Alabama Driver Manual: Drinking and Driving, page 32.
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Question 13Your car breaks down at night and you must walk for help. What should you do?
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A: Carry a light and walk on the left edge of the road or shoulder facing traffic. Stay with the car if possible. If you must walk, carry a light and walk on the left edge facing traffic. Alabama Driver Manual: Night Driving, page 70.
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Question 14The crossing gates are down but you see no train. What should you do?
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D: Stay in place until the gates are raised; going around gates is illegal. Never drive around gates. Stay in place until they rise; it is against the law to go around them. Alabama Driver Manual: Safety Tips for Motorists, page 40.
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Question 15A sign shows SPEED LIMIT 55 with MINIMUM 45. What does it mean?
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A: Drive between 45 and 55 mph under normal conditions. These are the maximum and minimum speeds allowed on that section of highway under normal conditions; minimums are usually posted on freeways. Alabama Driver Manual: Regulatory Signs, page 43.
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Question 16What does a solid white edge line indicate?
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B: The outside edge of the traffic lane; cross only to move to or from the shoulder. The solid white edge line marks where the lane ends; only vehicles moving onto or off the shoulder should cross it. Alabama Driver Manual: Pavement Markings, page 52.
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Question 17Two vehicles reach an uncontrolled intersection from different roads at about the same time. Who yields?
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D: The vehicle on the left. The driver on the left yields to the vehicle on the right. Entering at an unlawful speed forfeits any right of way. Alabama Driver Manual: Right of Way and Yielding, page 62.
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Question 18What is the maximum speed on an Alabama interstate where posted?
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B: 70 mph. The limit is 70 mph where posted on the interstate, 65 mph where posted elsewhere, and 55 mph in other locations. Alabama Driver Manual: Statutory Speed Limits, page 60.
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Question 19What following-distance rule does the Alabama manual recommend in good conditions?
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D: The two-second rule. The manual recommends the two-second rule, increased to four or five seconds in bad conditions or with longer vehicles. Alabama Driver Manual: How to Avoid Rear-End Collisions, page 36.
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Question 20On an Alabama freeway, where must slower-moving vehicles drive?
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A: Keep to the right. Slower-moving vehicles, those below the normal speed of traffic, must keep to the right. Alabama Driver Manual: Chapter 8 - Driving the Freeways, page 76.
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Question 21How long is an Alabama learner license valid?
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B: Four years. The learner license is valid for four years. For 15-year-olds it can be renewed once. Alabama Driver Manual: The Learner License and Restricted License, page 9.
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Question 22Under Alabama's child restraint law, a rear-facing infant or convertible seat must be used until the child is at least:
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B: 1 year of age or 20 pounds. Rear-facing infant or convertible seats are required until at least 1 year of age or 20 pounds. Alabama Driver Manual: Alabama's Safety Belt and Child Restraint Laws, page 30.
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Question 23In a two-lane roundabout, which lane do you use to turn left or make a U-turn?
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C: The left lane. Use the left lane for left turns and U-turns, and the right lane for right turns. Choose your lane before entering. Alabama Driver Manual: Driving a two-lane roundabout, page 58.
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Question 24When may a car be driven in an Alabama bicycle lane?
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A: Only to park where allowed, to enter or leave the highway, or to prepare for a turn. Motor vehicles may not drive in a bike lane except to park where permitted, enter or leave the highway, or prepare for a turn. Alabama Driver Manual: Sharing the Road with Bicycles, page 24.
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Question 25How close to a crosswalk at an uncontrolled intersection may you park in Alabama?
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A: No closer than 20 feet. At an intersection with no signals or signs, keep your parked car at least 20 feet away from the crosswalk. Alabama Driver Manual: Parking, page 29.
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