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ARKANSAS DMV PRACTICE TEST

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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 30 questions and you'll need 24 correct answers to pass (80%).
1. You are approaching an intersection with a traffic signal indicating a steady yellow light. If you have not already entered the intersection, you should:
Stop before entering the intersection if it is safe to do so.
Slow down and proceed with caution through the intersection.
Speed up to cross the intersection before the light turns red.
2. When entering a street from a driveway, you should:
Yield to any pedestrians and approaching vehicles.
Yield to pedestrians but not to other vehicles.
Check your horn works before entering the rooad.
3. Parking lights may only be used:
At night.
When visibility is poor.
When your vehicle is parked.
4. While driving in rain or snow, to let other drivers know you are there you should:
Turn on your headlights.
Turn on your parking lights.
Turn on your emergency flashers.
5. After passing a vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane when:
The driver you passed slows down to let you return to your lane.
You can see both headlights of the vehicle you just passed in your rearview mirror.
You are at least 100 feet ahead of the vehicle you passed.
6. If you’re involved in a minor crash and your vehicle is blocking the flow of traffic, you must:
Not move it.
Take pictures of the scene.
Move it.
7. When driving at night, you should:
Not use your headlights when driving on well-lit city streets.
Slow down and be sure you can stop within the distance lit by your headlights.
Flash your high beams to warn other drivers, pedestrians, or animals on the road.
8. What does a yellow arrow signal mean?
yellow arrow
The same as a green light.
The same as the yellow light, but applies only to movement in the direction of the arrow.
Vehicles moving in all directions must stop if they can. The light will soon be red.
9. If you see side-by-side red lights flashing at a railroad crossing, you must:
Make a left turn after crossing the railroad.
Maintain your current speed and cross the railroad.
Stop.
10. Which of the following statements is true about the effects of alcohol?
Alcohol reduces important abilities needed to drive safely.
Alcohol affects everyone equally.
All of the above.
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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 30 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 24 questions right, and you're allowed to miss up to 6 questions out of the total 30. 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.