Arkansas State Police / DFA permit practice test 6
25 questions written from the Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10, covering emergencies, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving, right of way, sharing the road and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.
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Question 1Without ABS, what should you do if your brakes lock and the vehicle starts to skid?
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D: Quickly let up on the brake pedal, then press again as soon as the skid stops. If the brakes lock, quickly let up on the pedal; as soon as the skid stops, push down again, repeating until stopped. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Avoiding Collisions: Stopping, page 90.
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Question 2An Arkansas Intermediate License holder may not carry more than how many unrelated minor passengers unless a licensed driver 21+ is in the front seat?
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B: One. An intermediate driver may not drive with more than one unrelated minor passenger unless accompanied by a licensed driver 21 or older in the front seat. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Types of Graduated Driver's Licenses: Intermediate License, page 16.
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Question 3Why should you avoid shifting gears in a manual-transmission vehicle while crossing railroad tracks?
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A: To avoid the possibility of an engine stall. It is wise not to shift gears when crossing the tracks to avoid the possibility of an engine stall. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Railroad Crossing Signs, page 40.
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Question 4When passing a vehicle traveling in the same direction, who must yield?
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A: The passing driver must yield to the vehicle being passed. A driver passing a vehicle traveling in the same direction must yield to the vehicle being passed, which may turn left or stop for a hazard. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: General Right of Way Rules: Passing, page 52.
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Question 5How far behind a tractor-trailer can a car disappear from the driver's view?
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D: Up to 200 feet. A car can disappear up to 20 feet in front of the cab, on either side of the rig (especially alongside the cab), and up to 200 feet behind the truck. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Avoiding the Tractor-Trailer "No Zone", page 77.
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Question 6What does a steady yellow arrow mean?
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C: The signal is about to turn red; drivers turning left should stop if safe. A steady yellow arrow means the signal is getting ready to turn red; drivers turning left should stop if it is safe. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Lighted Arrows, page 36.
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Question 7Why should you slow down before a curve rather than in it?
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D: Braking in a curve can cause a skid. Slow down before a curve so you don't have to brake in the curve; braking in a curve can cause the vehicle to skid. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Curves, page 66.
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Question 8On a multi-lane road, you find yourself driving beside another vehicle. What should you do?
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C: Move ahead of it or drop behind it. When driving beside another vehicle on a multi-lane highway, move ahead of it or drop behind it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Multiple Lanes, page 46.
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Question 9Up to what speed do most tires keep good traction on wet roads, according to the Arkansas guide?
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B: 35 mph. When the road is wet, most tires have good traction up to 35 mph; in heavy rain they can lose all traction at 50 mph. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Adjust to Water Over the Roadway, page 67.
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Question 10What does the round black-on-yellow railroad advance warning sign tell you?
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D: Slow down, look and listen for a train, and be prepared to stop. It is placed ahead of a crossing and tells you to slow down, look and listen, and be prepared to stop if a train is coming. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Round Yellow Advance Warning Sign, page 40.
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Question 11What does Arkansas law require before leaving a vehicle unattended on a distinct grade?
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B: Setting the parking brake and turning the wheels to the curb or side of the highway. No driver may leave a vehicle unattended on a distinct grade without setting the parking brake and turning the wheels to the curb or side of the highway. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Parking Tips, page 53.
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Question 12Why is passing near intersections, railroad crossings or shopping center entrances dangerous?
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A: Vehicles may enter or cross the road and your view can be blocked. It is dangerous to pass where a vehicle may enter or cross the road; your view can be blocked and turning drivers won't expect you. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Intersections (passing), page 74.
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Question 13At what rate does the body rid itself of alcohol?
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A: One drink per hour. The body rids itself of alcohol at a rate of one drink per hour; only time will sober you up. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Body Metabolism, page 86.
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Question 14Which is generally better when avoiding a collision, according to the Arkansas guide?
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C: Running off the road. Generally, it is better to run off the road than crash head-on into another vehicle. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Avoiding Collisions: Turning, page 90.
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Question 15During what hours are Arkansas Intermediate License holders restricted from driving (with exceptions)?
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D: 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.. Intermediate drivers may not drive between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. except in the situations the guide lists: with a licensed driver 21 or older along, and on trips to or from a school or church activity, a job, or an emergency. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Types of Graduated Driver's Licenses: Intermediate License, page 16.
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Question 16According to the Arkansas guide's railroad safety tips, what should you always assume?
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A: A train could be coming. Always expect a train; never assume a train is not coming even if you haven't seen one at a particular crossing. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Safety Tips (railroad), page 42.
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Question 17Who has absolute right-of-way at an Arkansas intersection?
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B: Pedestrians using a guide dog or carrying a white cane. Pedestrians using a guide dog or carrying a white cane have absolute right-of-way; do not use your horn, as it could confuse them. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Intersections- Right of Way: Pedestrians, page 47.
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Question 18How far in front of a truck's cab is a blind spot where a car can disappear?
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B: Up to 20 feet. A car can disappear up to 20 feet in front of the cab. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Avoiding the Tractor-Trailer "No Zone", page 77.
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Question 19A flashing red light is the same as:
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B: A stop sign. A flashing red light is the same as a stop sign: stop completely, then proceed only when safe. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Flashing Lights, page 36.
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Question 20Farm tractors, animal-drawn vehicles, and roadway maintenance vehicles usually travel at what speed?
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C: 25 mph or less. These vehicles usually travel 25 mph or less and should display a slow-moving vehicle sign. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Slow-Moving Traffic, page 69.
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Question 21If you are being followed too closely on a multi-lane roadway, what should you do?
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A: Move into the lane to your right when clear. If you are being followed too close on a multi-lane roadway, move into the lane to your right when it is clear. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Multiple Lanes, page 46.
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Question 22At what speed can tires lose all traction in heavy rain?
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A: 50 mph. In heavy rain, your tires can lose all traction with the road at 50 mph (hydroplaning). Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Adjust to Water Over the Roadway, page 67.
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Question 23What does an EXEMPT sign at a railroad crossing mean?
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D: The crossing has been abandoned or its use discontinued. An EXEMPT sign means the crossing has been abandoned or its use discontinued; follow your local procedure about stopping. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Railroad (Exempt) Signs, page 41.
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Question 24Double parking (parking beside another parked vehicle on the street) in Arkansas is:
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A: Not allowed. Do not park along the street next to another parked vehicle (double parking). Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: Do Not Park, page 54.
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Question 25You are being tailgated on a two-lane road with no right lane. What should you do?
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D: Wait until the path ahead is clear, then reduce speed so the tailgater can pass. If there is no right lane, wait until the path ahead is clear and reduce speed; never slow down too quickly to discourage a tailgater. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 – Edition 10: The Safety Cushion: Traffic to the Rear, page 72.
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