alaska DMV sample knowledge test questions And correct detailed answers with rationales.

The first thing affected after drinking alcohol is a person's: - correct answer judgement The meaning of the sign pictured (left arrow down, right arrow up) is: - correct answer two way road The school zone speed limit is: - correct answer20 miles per hour Slower moving vehicles on a multi-lane highway should: - correct answer use right hand lane A solid double yellow center line means: - correct answer passing is not permitted How long does it take on average to cancel the effects of a 4-ounce glass of wine, a 12-ounce beer, or a shot (1.5 ounces) of alcohol? - correct answer one hour A driver approaching a stopped school bus displaying flashing amber lights should always: - correct answer slow down and come to a complete stop When you see the sign above (red circle with white line in the middle), you are allowed to: - correct answer(none of the answers offered are correct) Upon the approach of a vehicle displaying a flashing blue or red light the law requires that you must: - correct answer pull over to the side and stop clear of any intersection You are presumed to be driving under the influence (DUI) if the alcohol concentration of your breath is ______ or more: - correct answer.08% This sign ("NO PARKING ANY TIME") means that you: - correct answer you cannot park, stop, or stand there A dashed white line on a multi-lane roadway means: - correct answer passing is permitted into adjoining lane across dashed white line 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? - correct answer3 days What does the solid red arrow (on a traffic light) mean? - correct answer stop and do not turn until the arrow turns to green 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 must: - correct answer● pass any required tests, ● pay any reinstatement fees, ● provide proof of financial responsibility for the future (SR-22 insurance) Before pulling out to pass on the highway you must: - correct answer signal your intention Pedestrians: - correct answer● using guide dogs or white canes must be given right of way at all times regardless, ● should cross only at crosswalks, ● should wear light-colored or reflective clothing when walking along the roadside in the dark When following an emergency vehicle responding to an emergency you may not follow closer than: - correct answer500 feet What are the impacts of impaired driving or driving under the influence (DUI)?: - correct answer● loss of life or taking someone else's life, ● loss of job/future jobs, ● public embarrassment This sign (a left-facing arrow inside of a crossed-out circle) is at a corner where you want to turn left. You should: - correct answer go straight ahead, no left turn permitted At an intersection with a traffic light showing a left green arrow, you should: - correct answer turn left when intersection is clear Weather conditions affect your vehicle, which is why you should: - correct answer● stay well back from the vehicle ahead, ● not drive on bald tires, ● keep your gas tank full in cold weather You are stopped at a railroad crossing and the train has just passed. You can: - correct answer look to see if another train is coming and then cross the tracks if clear A solid yellow line on your side of the road and a broken line on the other means: - correct answer do not pass 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? - correct answer12 If you come to an intersection and you see the sign above (a red upside-down triangle), you must: - correct answer come to a complete stop if necessary to yield to others To prevent being struck from behind: - correct answer keep pace with the traffic When turning right from a two way street onto another two way street you should: - correct answer● signal intention to turn for at least 100 feet, ● look out of right side of windshield for pedestrians, ● get into right lane well ahead of turn Which illustration shows the hand signal for a right turn? - correct answer image B (right hand sticking out of window and upwards) It is permissible to drive around a railroad crossing gate that is down or going down: - correct answer never When turning from a two way street onto a one way street which path should you follow? - correct answer path A (turn into left lane of one way street) If you are about to miss your exit from a controlled access highway or freeway you should: - correct answer continue on to the next exit 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 liability insurance to the DMV after a crash is a license suspension of: - correct answer90 days A flashing yellow traffic signal means: - correct answer slow down and proceed with caution When parking in an up hill direction on a roadway that has a curb, turn the front wheels: - correct answer away from the curb Excluding business districts, alleys, school zones and residential districts, unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit of Alaskan roadways: - correct answer55 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. - correct answer you need not stop Which one of the following is not a night driving safety tip? - correct answer look into headlights of oncoming vehicles With the increasing use of bicycles year round in Alaska, there is a greater need to exercise care while driving to ensure their safety. Which of the following is true? - correct answer as a driver, you must be alert and courteous to all bicyclists When approaching a school bus displaying flashing red lights, the driver should: - correct answer stop, and do not move the car until the red lights go out If a big game animal like a moose runs in front of your vehicle you should: - correct answer brake firmly but do not swerve It is illegal to park closer than ______ feet from a fire hydrant: - correct answer15 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: - correct answer turn the wheels in the direction of the skid When entering a controlled access highway-freeway it is important: - correct answer ruse the acceleration lane before merging into the traffic stream When parked facing downhill, the front wheels should be: - correct answer turned towards the curb or shoulder