ALASKA PERMIT PRACTICE 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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Distracted drivers are at a greater risk of a crash when they are:
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Adjusting the radio.
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Talking on a cell phone.
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Using social media.
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All of the above.
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Sudden wind gusts on highways:
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Can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicle.
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Only affect large vehicles.
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Are generally caused by dust and dirt blowing around.
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Can make drivers feel more in control of their vehicle.
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3.
This road sign means:
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You must turn right.
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4-way stop.
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Crossroad ahead.
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Railroad crossing.
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When taking medication before driving, you should:
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Consult your physician and/or pharmacist regarding any prescription medication and its possible effects on driving.
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Drive 20 MPH below the posted speed limit.
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Follow other vehicles closely.
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All of the above.
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Directional signals must be given:
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When changing directions or suddenly reducing speed.
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When there is other traffic in sight.
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When in city traffic only.
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Only when there is traffic to the rear of your vehicle.
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Roads become very slippery:
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When it has been raining for a long time.
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When it stops raining.
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Just before it starts raining.
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When it first starts to rain.
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Two drivers reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who has the right of way?
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The driver on the right.
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The driver who does not control the car.
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The driver on the left.
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No one.
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Flashing arrow panels are used:
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To indicate that vehicles must not make a right or left turn at the intersection.
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At dangerous intersections.
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At highway-rail intersections.
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Where it is necessary to move into another lane.
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When turning left at an intersection with this signal:
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You may proceed, as long as you yield to other vehicles.
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Come to a full stop and remain stopped as long as the arrow is red.
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You may proceed, vehicles coming from the left must stop and yield the right-of-way.
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Come to a full stop, then continue when safe to do so.
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10.
A broken yellow line between two lanes of traffic means:
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Passing on the right is permitted in either direction.
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Passing is permitted when safe.
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Passing is not permitted.
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Traffic in both directions must stop.
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