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25 questions written from the Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10, covering safe and defensive driving, sharing the road, licensing laws and penalties. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

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  1. Question 1Which tip helps prevent fatigue on a long trip?

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    D: Eat light meals and take regular breaks. Eat light meals (large meals cause drowsiness), take breaks, get a good night's sleep, and avoid driving during hours you normally rest. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Fatigue, page 84.

  2. Question 2Should a car share a lane with a motorcycle?

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    D: No; the motorcycle is entitled to a full lane. Allow the motorcyclist a full lane width; do not attempt to share the lane. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Respect a Motorcycle, page 82.

  3. Question 3Which document must an Arkansas applicant under 18 who is a U.S. citizen present?

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    A: An original or certified U.S. birth certificate. All minors who are U.S. citizens must present their original U.S. birth certificate; hospital certificates are not accepted and a passport cannot be used as a primary document. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Arkansas State Police Driver's Testing 1-2-3 Checklist – Under Age 18, page 19.

  4. Question 4A driver taking insulin for diabetes should not drive:

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    B: When there is a chance of going into shock, such as after skipping a meal. Diabetics who take insulin should not drive when there is a chance of going into shock, which could result from skipping a meal or the wrong insulin dose. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Health: Diabetes, page 84.

  5. Question 5What can strong wind gusts do to a motorcycle?

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    C: Move it across an entire lane. A strong gust of wind can move a motorcycle across an entire lane if the rider isn't prepared; gusts from large trucks can also be a hazard. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Situations When Crashes Are Most Likely to Occur: Strong Winds, page 81.

  6. Question 6An applicant under 18 whose parent cannot come to testing may use which form?

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    A: ASP-33 Parent Affidavit / Financial Responsibility form. A parent may sign an ASP-33 (Financial Responsibility Acceptance Form); a notarized ASP-33 must be submitted within 30 days. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Arkansas State Police Driver's Testing 1-2-3 Checklist – Under Age 18, page 19.

  7. Question 7You are angry or upset. What does the Arkansas guide suggest before driving?

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    D: Give yourself time to calm down before getting on the road. If you are angry or excited, give yourself time to calm down; stay off the road until you have. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Health: Emotional Distress, page 84.

  8. Question 8Before turning at an intersection, what should you do to help avoid hitting a motorcycle?

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    B: Take a second look for motorcycles, especially before left turns. Look twice for motorcyclists; always take a second look before turning at an intersection, especially when turning left. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: How Can I Drive Aware?, page 81.

  9. Question 9What must you bring to the Arkansas skills (driving) test besides your vehicle?

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    A: Your original permit, a licensed driver 21+, and current insurance and registration. Bring your original instruction permit, a valid licensed driver 21 or older, current proof of insurance (paper or electronic) and current registration. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Preparing for the Skills Exam, page 97.

  10. Question 10How long does sending or reading a text take your eyes off the road, according to the Arkansas guide?

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    C: About 5 seconds. Sending or reading a text takes your eyes off the road for 5 seconds; at 55 mph that's like driving the length of a football field blind. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: What is Distracted Driving?, page 57.

  11. Question 11You must yield to pedestrians who are in or about to enter a crosswalk. Are all crosswalks marked?

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    C: No; watch for pedestrians at intersections without marked crosswalks. Not all crosswalks are marked; watch for pedestrians at intersections without marked crosswalks. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Crosswalks and Stop Lines, page 46.

  12. Question 12How many vehicle controls may you miss on the Arkansas skills test before failing?

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    B: Three. You are allowed three missed controls before the test is failed. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Performance Guidelines, page 97.

  13. Question 13Texting involves which three types of distraction?

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    B: Visual, manual, and cognitive. Texting or talking on a hand-held phone involves visual (eyes off road), manual (hands off wheel), and cognitive (mind off driving) distraction. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Dangerous Distractions, page 58.

  14. Question 14Why should you be especially careful of children on bicycles in residential areas?

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    A: They may not use proper judgment and may make sudden moves. Children are not capable of proper judgment in traffic; be alert for sudden movements and changes in direction. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Residential Areas Are Danger Zones, page 80.

  15. Question 15On the Arkansas road test, what happens if you make a second rolling stop?

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    B: You fail and receive a two-week penalty. Two missed attempts in the same category fail the exam; for example a second rolling stop brings a two-week penalty. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Performance Guidelines, page 97.

  16. Question 16Where should the lap portion of a seat belt fit?

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    D: Across the upper thighs. Adjust the lower strap so it fits across the upper thighs and not the abdominal region. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Operating the Motor Vehicle: Seat Belt, page 55.

  17. Question 17How long is the penalty before retesting after an automatic failure on the Arkansas road test?

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    D: 30 days. Automatic failures are imposed a 30-day penalty. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Performance Guidelines, page 97.

  18. Question 18How should the shoulder strap of a seat belt be worn?

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    A: Diagonally across the upper chest. Wear the diagonal belt across the upper chest; slipping it behind your back decreases its ability to protect you. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Operating the Motor Vehicle: Seat Belt, page 55.

  19. Question 19Which of these will cause Arkansas examiners to refuse to give a skills test?

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    B: A donut spare tire on the vehicle. No skills test will be given if tires are unsafe or a donut spare is on the vehicle, among other defects. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Vehicle Inspection, page 97.

  20. Question 20How should you hold the steering wheel for a sharp turn such as around a corner?

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    C: Use the hand-over-hand technique. When executing a sharp turn, use the hand-over-hand technique; do not turn the wheel in the palm of your hand. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Steering the Vehicle, page 56.

  21. Question 21What window tint will cause a vehicle to be denied for an Arkansas skills test?

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    C: Tint darker than 25% on the front and 10% on the back. Window tint darker than 25% on the front and darker than 10% on the back will be denied; no tint on the windshield is permitted. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Arkansas State Police Driver's Testing 1-2-3 Skills Checklist, page 98.

  22. Question 22How far should you sit from your driver air bag, measured from the steering wheel center to your breastbone?

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    A: About 10 inches. The risk zone is the first 2-3 inches of inflation; sitting 10 inches from the air bag gives a clear margin of safety. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Inspecting Your Vehicle: Vehicle Seats, page 94.

  23. Question 23When stopped by an Arkansas officer, which documents must you provide when requested?

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    C: Driver's license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration. Arkansas law requires you to provide your driver's license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration when the officer requests them. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: What To Do When You Are Stopped by a Law Enforcement Officer, page 3.

  24. Question 24At what tread depth are tires generally unsafe and in need of replacement, according to the Arkansas guide?

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    D: 1/16 of an inch. Tires are generally not safe and should be replaced when the tread is worn down to 1/16 of an inch. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Tires, page 96.

  25. Question 25What does signing an Arkansas traffic citation mean?

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    B: It is a promise to appear in court or pay the fine before the court date. Signing a citation is not an admission of guilt; it is a promise to appear or pay. Refusing to sign may lead to arrest. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: What To Do When You Are Stopped by a Law Enforcement Officer, page 4.

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