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Anyone who operates a motor vehicle, motorcycle, or motorized bicycle on public road and highways in Arkansas is required to have a license or certificate. Every applicant is required to pass a vision test before issuance of a driver's license or learner’s permit. The written test covers the information found in the AR DMV Driver License Manual, including rules of the road, traffic laws, road signs and safe driving practices. The Arkansas DMV written test consists of 25 questions and you'll need 20 correct answers to pass (80%).
1. _________________ your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes.
Always rely on
Never use
Never depend on
2. When driving on the highway behind large trucks, you should:
increase your following distance.
drive to the right side of the truck and pass it quickly.
drive closer behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
3. If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must:
be prepared for workers and equipment ahead.
make a U-turn because the lane ends ahead.
maintain your current speed while changing lanes.
4. This road sign means:
winding road sign
Pedestrian Crossing
Multiple Turns
Winding road
5. This road sign means:
slippery road sign
Steep downgrade
Slippery when wet
Road curves ahead
6. Excessive speed:
helps you to maneuver around obstacles.
saves time so you can get to your destination more quickly.
increases the likelihood of serious bodily injuries and death.
7. Braking distance is how far a vehicle travels:
when pumping the brakes.
before the driver hits the brakes.
while the driver is braking.
8. To avoid hydroplaning, drivers should:
apply the brakes firmly.
drive at a constant speed.
slow down.
9. The basic color for traffic control devices used in construction zones is:
orange.
red.
yellow.
10. Which signs have black letters on a yellow or orange background?
Regulatory signs (vertical rectangle)
Warning signs (diamond)
Railroad advance warning signs (round)
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the age requirements to obtain a driver's license in Arkansas:
  • Instruction permit ? you need to be at least 14 years old.
  • Learner’s license ? you need to be between 14 and 16 years old.
  • Intermediate license ? you need to be between 16 and 18 years old. You can obtain an unrestricted class D license before turning 18 if:
- You have a minimum of 6 months of driving experience.
- You are an emancipated individual aged 17 and older.
- You have graduated aged 16 and older.  
- You are married and aged 16 or older.            
- You are military personnel aged 16 and older.
  • Class D driver license? you need to be 18 or older.
Visit the Arkansas State Police official page to book your DMV written test. You can choose dates and times based on your preferences and the available options at various Arkansas DMV locations. 
If you are under 18, you need:
  • Original or certified copy of a birth certificate.
  • Parent Affidavit signed by your parent in front of a notary or the examiner.

If you are over 18, you need two primary documents (or one primary and one secondary) and you can complete the affidavit by yourself.

Check the complete list of accepted documents before your appointment.

The DMV written test in Arkansas is offered in both English and Spanish. You can bring a dictionary with you, but an interpreter is not allowed. If you prefer an oral test, please contact the nearest DMV office to inquire about this option.

To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Arkansas Driver's Handbook. Pay attention to road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Verify your knowledge with our practice tests or sign up for Premium, which offers extra resources to get ready for your exam.
The Arkansas DMV written test consists of 25 questions about various aspects of road rules and safe driving practices. These questions are based on the official manual, so it's important to study it well to maximize your chances of passing the exam.
To pass the exam, you need a score of 80% or higher. You should get at least 20 questions right, and you're allowed to miss up to 5 questions out of the total 25. Stay focused and take the time to read the questions carefully.
Drivers between 14 and 16 years old:
  • Must be accompanied by a licensed driver aged at least 21.
  • Must wear seat belts.
  • Are prohibited to use a cell phone, except for emergencies.

These restrictions continue until the applicant turns 16 and completes six months of restricted driving.

Drivers aged 16 to 18 with an intermediate license:
  • Should not operate a vehicle with more than one unrelated minor passenger, unless accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older, seated in the front.
  • Cannot operate between 11:00 pm and 4:00 am unless accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older. Exceptions include driving to and from school activities, church activities, work, or in emergencies.

In Arkansas, an instruction permit is valid for a period of two years and cannot be renewed. Use this time to practice driving before the road test and consider enrolling in a driver training course to enhance your skills and abilities.
If you fail your DMV written test, you must wait 5 days to make another attempt. Before trying again, carefully study the rules of the road and memorize the road signs

AR DMV Permit Practice Test

Number of questions: 25
Correct answers to pass:20
Passing score:80%
Minimum age to apply: 14
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