Driver's Permit Test Arizona
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What is the speed limit approaching a school crosswalk?

15 mph

What must you do when a school bus is stopped on a four-lane road with its stop-sign arm extended?

Stop regardless of your direction of travel

At an uncontrolled intersection where all arrived at the same time, which car has the right-of-way?

Car 3

What should you do when you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching?

<p>Immediately drive to the right side of the road and stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does this hand signal mean: 'Stop'?

<p>Stopping or slowing</p> Signup and view all the answers

To whom should you give the right-of-way?

<p>Any pedestrian who is crossing any street</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when driving on wet roads?

<p>Reduce your speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

Before entering a road from an alley or driveway, what must you do?

<p>Stop before reaching the sidewalk</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when backing up?

<p>Turn and look out the rear window</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you are parking uphill and there is a curb, what should you do?

<p>Turn your wheels to the left, away from the curb</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum speed in a business or residential area when no speed limit is posted?

<p>25 mph</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can you talk to more than one passenger while driving?

<p>Yes</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you intend to turn beyond an intersection, when should you signal your turn?

<p>Wait to signal your turn until you are in the intersection</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal to follow fire vehicles traveling in response to an alarm, within what distance?

<p>500 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must you do if you approach a school bus that is picking up or dropping off children?

<p>Stop until the bus is moving or the stop sign arm is no longer extended</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does this hand signal indicate: 'Left turn'?

<p>Left turn</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is it safe to return to your lane after passing another vehicle?

<p>You can see both headlights of the vehicle in your inside rearview mirror</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you are parking downhill, how should you position your wheels?

<p>Turn your wheels to the right, toward the edge of the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

Before making a turn, how long should you use your turn signals?

<p>For at least 4 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal to park if a crosswalk is within what distance?

<p>20 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

Before you turn, how far in advance must you signal continuously?

<p>100 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does this hand signal indicate: 'Right turn'?

<p>Right turn</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the wheelchair symbol in a parking space mean?

<p>It is reserved for disabled persons with no exceptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the scenario where the white car will turn left and the black car will go straight, who has the right-of-way?

<p>Black car</p> Signup and view all the answers

To make a left turn, into which lane should you turn?

<p>Lane 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal to park if a fire hydrant is within what distance?

<p>15 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a school bus with flashing lights has stopped on a divided highway, who must stop?

<p>Cars 2 and 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you are parking uphill and there is no curb, how should you position your wheels?

<p>Turn your wheels to the right, toward the edge of the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does this sign mean: 'Slippery when wet'?

<p>Slippery when wet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you observe law enforcement lights and/or sirens activated behind you?

<p>Immediately yield to the right side of the roadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

When stopped by law enforcement, what should drivers do?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

When stopped by law enforcement, if there is a firearm in the vehicle, what should the driver do?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does signing for or accepting a citation from a law enforcement officer imply?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after a non-injury, fender bender collision?

<p>Remove the vehicle from the roadway if it is operable and can be moved safely</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign with the shape of a regulation mean?

<p>Speed and direction regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a red painted curb indicate?

<p>Not stop, stand or park</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a green lighted arrow on a traffic light mean?

<p>Proceed in the direction of the arrow without stopping</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign shaped like a warning indicate?

<p>Warning</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when approaching an intersection where the lighted arrow has just changed to yellow?

<p>You must stop and wait for the light to turn green</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which situation is a left turn on red permitted?

<p>From a one-way road to a one-way road</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign mean when it indicates that a U-turn is not permitted?

<p>U-turn is not permitted</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a broken yellow line in the middle of the road mean?

<p>Passing is permitted in either direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a school crossing sign indicate?

<p>School crossing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign mean when it indicates that a divided highway ends?

<p>Divided highway ends</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you see a flashing red traffic light at an intersection?

<p>Same as a Stop sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a railroad warning sign indicate?

<p>Railroad warning</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a yellow line in the middle of the road signify?

<p>Two-way traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a no left turn permitted sign indicate?

<p>No left turn permitted</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line in the middle of the road mean?

<p>You may pass if the broken line is on your side</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a yield right-of-way sign indicate?

<p>Yield right-of-way</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a pedestrian crossing sign mean?

<p>Pedestrian crossing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you approach an intersection with a yellow traffic light?

<p>You must stop and wait for the light to change to green</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a no right turn permitted sign indicate?

<p>No right turn permitted</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a two-way traffic sign indicate?

<p>Two-way traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a broken white line in the middle of the road signify?

<p>Traffic on both sides is moving in the same direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a traffic merging sign indicate?

<p>Traffic merging</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must you do at a flashing red traffic light at an intersection?

<p>Stop, check for traffic, then proceed with caution</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a no passing zone sign indicate?

<p>No passing zone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a stop sign indicate?

<p>Stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is a right turn on red allowed?

<p>Except where prohibited by a sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing yellow light at an intersection mean?

<p>Slow down, check for traffic, then proceed with caution</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign mean when stating 'You may turn left or go straight'?

<p>You may turn left or go straight</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you see a red lighted arrow on a traffic light?

<p>Stop and wait for the arrow to change to green before turning</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a double solid yellow line in the middle of the road signify?

<p>No passing in either direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

When following a vehicle at night, when should you lower your high beam headlights?

<p>When you are within 200 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you not do when entering a freeway?

<p>Cross a solid line</p> Signup and view all the answers

To avoid the glare from oncoming headlights, what should you do?

<p>Glance back and forth between the side of the road and straight ahead</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your vehicle begins to hydroplane?

<p>Release the accelerator</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should you avoid the right lane of the freeway during rush hour?

<p>To leave room for vehicles entering and exiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you switch to low beams when facing oncoming traffic?

<p>When oncoming traffic is within 500 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when driving on wet roads?

<p>Reduce your speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you have a tire blowout?

<p>Do not brake, but slow down and pull off the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you drive in fog?

<p>Turn on the low beam headlights</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you come upon a severe dust storm?

<p>Reduce speed and pull off the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

When merging onto a freeway, what speed should you be driving?

<p>At the same speed as the traffic in the right lane</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to bring your vehicle out of a skid?

<p>Turn the wheel in the direction of the skid</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where you are in the black car, which is the most difficult car for you to see?

<p>Car 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much space should you leave between you and the vehicle directly in front of you?

<p>To allow for a sudden stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

When changing lanes, what should you check for?

<p>Check your side mirrors for other traffic and turn your head quickly and look over your shoulder</p> Signup and view all the answers

To keep aware of the position of traffic behind you, what should you do?

<p>Check your rearview mirror often</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the driver of a vehicle have a 'blind spot'?

<p>Areas 1 and 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended distance from you to the vehicle ahead?

<p>At least equivalent to 3 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you come to an intersection and your view to the side is blocked?

<p>Stop, then inch forward until you can see clearly in both directions</p> Signup and view all the answers

By law, when must you notify the Motor Vehicle Division of a change of address?

<p>Within 10 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the penalties for the first conviction for driving under the influence?

<p>10 days jail, $1,250, alcohol treatment, community service and ignition interlock</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the penalties for the second conviction for driving under the extreme influence?

<p>120 days jail, $3,250, 1 year revocation, alcohol treatment, community service and ignition interlock</p> Signup and view all the answers

You are driving under the influence if your blood alcohol concentration is above what value?

<p>0.08% or above (0.04 if the vehicle requires a commercial license)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If under age 21, your license may be suspended if your blood alcohol concentration is what?

<p>Any amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

You are driving under the extreme influence if your blood alcohol concentration is above what value?

<p>0.15% or above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should bicyclists do while riding?

<p>Ride with the flow of traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

When passing a bicycle traveling in the same direction, how much distance should you leave?

<p>At least 3 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What laws must bicyclists obey?

<p>The same traffic laws as motor vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Arizona Distracted Driver law prohibit?

<p>Holding or supporting a wireless device</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Speed Regulations

  • School crosswalk speed limit is 15 mph.
  • Maximum speed in business/residential areas when no limit is posted is 25 mph.

Right-of-Way and Stopping Rules

  • Must stop for a school bus with an extended stop-sign arm, regardless of travel direction.
  • At uncontrolled intersections, the right-of-way goes to the vehicle on the right, or Car 3 if all arrive simultaneously.
  • Give right-of-way to pedestrians crossing any street.
  • Stop if approaching an emergency vehicle; yield to the right side of the road.

Parking Guidelines

  • Do not park within 20 feet of a crosswalk or 15 feet of a fire hydrant.
  • Parking downhill, turn wheels right; uphill with a curb, turn wheels left. If no curb, turn wheels right.

Signaling and Lane Changes

  • Signal your intention to turn continuously for at least 100 feet and use turn signals for 4 seconds prior.
  • When changing lanes, check mirrors and look over your shoulder.

Traffic Lights and Signs

  • A flashing red light acts as a stop sign; a green arrow means proceed in the arrow's direction.
  • Not allowed to make U-turns where prohibited; left turns on red permitted from one-way to one-way.
  • Yellow lines indicate two-way traffic; broken yellow lines allow passing.

Emergency Procedures

  • In minor accidents, remove vehicles from the roadway if possible (Quick Clearance).
  • If pulled over by law enforcement, remain in the vehicle, keep hands visible on the steering wheel.

Driving Under Influence Regulations

  • Blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or above defines "under the influence" (0.04% for commercial vehicles).
  • Age under 21, any amount of alcohol can lead to license suspension.
  • Penalties for first DUI conviction: jail time, fines, alcohol treatment, and community service.

Bicycling Regulations

  • Bicyclists must ride with traffic and obey the same traffic laws as motor vehicles.
  • Leave at least 3 feet of distance when passing cyclists.

Driver Safety Tips

  • Reduce speed on wet roads and when hydroplaning, release the accelerator.
  • Use low beam headlights in fog and when within 500 feet of oncoming traffic.

Defensive Driving Practices

  • Maintain a safe following distance of at least 3 seconds.
  • Be aware of blind spots, especially around large vehicles.

Distracted Driving

  • Arizona law prohibits holding or supporting a wireless device while driving.

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