ALASKA DRIVER'S LICENSE TEST
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Every person who operates a motor vehicle on Alaska streets and highways must have a valid Alaska driver’s license or learner’s permit. A vision test is required of each driver before any license or permit is issued. The AK DMV written test covers the information found in the Alaska Driver's Manual, including traffic laws, road rules, safe driving practices, and road signs. The knowledge test consists of 20 questions. To pass the written test, you must score 80% or higher (at least 16 correct answers).
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As you approach an intersection, the traffic light changes from green to yellow. You should:
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Be prepared to stop before the intersection.
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Speed up to beat the red light.
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Be prepared to stop in the middle of the intersection.
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Apply the brakes sharply and come to a complete stop.
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2.
When are lane signals used?
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When the direction of the flow of traffic changes during the day.
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To show that a toll booth is open or closed.
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To show which lanes are opened or closed.
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All of the above.
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3.
While driving, it is important to slow down:
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At intersections.
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When the road is wet.
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On narrow roads.
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All of the above.
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4.
You wish to exit the freeway. Which of the following is true about the speed shown on the exit speed sign?
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The posted speed is only a suggestion for bad weather and does not need to be followed in normal conditions.
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Never go slower than the posted speed on the exit ramp.
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Always go faster than the posted speed while on the exit ramp.
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Never go faster than the posted speed anywhere on the exit ramp.
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5.
If a bicyclist on the road ahead has their left arm extended downward to their left, you should assume the bicyclist is:
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Tired.
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Slowing down or stopping.
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Turning left.
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About to turn right.
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6.
You are approaching a railroad crossing and the crossing signals are flashing. You should:
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Stop and look for a train.
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Look for a train, then speed up.
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Do what the approaching vehicle does.
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Slow down and look for a train.
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7.
A car is parked 10 feet from a fire hydrant. Is it legally parked?
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No. Parking is not allowed within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.
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Yes, but only if the fire hydrant is within 20 feet of an intersection.
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Yes, parking is allowed within 10 feet from a fire hydrant.
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No. Parking is never allowed when there is a fire hydrant.
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8.
This road sign means:

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No U-Turn.
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Do not enter.
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Yield.
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Stop.
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9.
A sign with this shape means:

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School zone ahead.
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No parking.
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Warning.
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Yield.
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10.
This yellow sign means:

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The road ahead may be slippery.
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The road ahead has many curves.
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Rainstorm ahead.
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There is a sharp curve in the road ahead.
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