Alabama DMV Permit Practice Quick Test: 25 Questions
Quick Test has 25 multiple-choice questions on Alabama driving rules, including advisory speed signs, lane markings, stop sign procedure and pedestrian Right-of-Way. Each answer is explained as soon as you pick it, and every question is listed with its answer in the study guide below.
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What Quick Test Covers
The questions in this test ask about:
- Advisory Speed Signs
- Lane Markings
- Stop Sign Procedure
- Pedestrian Right-of-Way
- Lane Change Sequence
- Broken Yellow Centerline
- Rain and Weather Driving
- Flashing Yellow Signal
- Traffic Signal Not Working
- Motorcycle Following Distance
- Lane Reduction Warning
- Fog Driving Technique
- Posted Speed Limits
- Stop Line Position
Try 5 Questions from This Test
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What should you do when approaching a curve marked with an advisory speed sign?
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A. Slow down before entering the curve
Advisory speed signs show a safe speed for the curve.
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What does a broken white line between lanes indicate?
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C. Lane changes are allowed when safe
Broken white lines separate lanes moving in the same direction.
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What must a driver do when approaching a stop sign?
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B. Stop completely before proceeding
A full stop is required at stop signs.
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What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign generally warn of?
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C. Possible hazards ahead
Yellow diamond signs warn drivers of hazards or changes in the road.
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What should you do when driving in fog?
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B. Use low-beam headlights
Low beams reduce glare and improve visibility.
Complete Study Guide: All 25 Questions with Answers
Every question in Quick Test, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.
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Q1. What should you do when approaching a curve marked with an advisory speed sign?
Correct answer: Slow down before entering the curve
Why: Advisory speed signs show a safe speed for the curve.
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Q2. What does a broken white line between lanes indicate?
Correct answer: Lane changes are allowed when safe
Why: Broken white lines separate lanes moving in the same direction.
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Q3. What must a driver do when approaching a stop sign?
Correct answer: Stop completely before proceeding
Why: A full stop is required at stop signs.
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Q4. What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign generally warn of?
Correct answer: Possible hazards ahead
Why: Yellow diamond signs warn drivers of hazards or changes in the road.
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Q5. What should you do when approaching pedestrians in a marked crosswalk?
Correct answer: Yield and stop if necessary
Why: Drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
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Q6. What does a solid white edge line indicate?
Correct answer: The edge of the roadway
Why: Solid white edge lines mark the roadway boundary.
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Q7. What should you do before changing lanes?
Correct answer: Check mirrors and blind spots
Why: Checking blind spots helps prevent collisions.
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Q8. What does a blue traffic sign usually indicate?
Correct answer: Motorist services
Why: Blue signs provide service-related information.
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Q9. What does a broken yellow centerline mean?
Correct answer: Passing is allowed when safe
Why: Broken yellow lines allow passing when it can be done safely.
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Q10. What should you do when driving in heavy rain?
Correct answer: Increase following distance
Why: Rain reduces traction and increases stopping distance.
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Q11. What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?
Correct answer: Proceed with caution
Why: Flashing yellow signals warn drivers to slow down.
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Q12. What should you do when entering a roadway from a private driveway?
Correct answer: Yield to all traffic
Why: Drivers entering a roadway must yield.
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Q13. What does a white rectangular traffic sign usually indicate?
Correct answer: Traffic laws or regulations
Why: White rectangular signs are regulatory signs.
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Q14. What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?
Correct answer: Steer in the direction you want the front to go
Why: Steering into the skid helps regain control.
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Q15. What does a double solid yellow line indicate?
Correct answer: No passing in either direction
Why: Double solid yellow lines prohibit passing.
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Q16. What should you do when approaching a yield sign?
Correct answer: Slow down and yield if necessary
Why: Yield signs require giving right-of-way when needed.
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Q17. What does a solid white line between lanes indicate?
Correct answer: Lane changes are discouraged
Why: Solid white lines discourage lane changes.
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Q18. What should you do when backing up your vehicle?
Correct answer: Look behind and around the vehicle
Why: Drivers must check all areas before backing.
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Q19. What does a circular yellow sign with an X and RR warn of?
Correct answer: A railroad crossing ahead
Why: This sign warns of an upcoming railroad crossing.
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Q20. What should you do if traffic signals are not operating?
Correct answer: Treat the intersection as a four-way stop
Why: Four-way stop rules apply when signals are dark.
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Q21. What should you do when following a motorcycle?
Correct answer: Increase following distance
Why: Motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars.
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Q22. What does a lane reduction sign warn drivers about?
Correct answer: Fewer lanes ahead
Why: Lane reduction signs indicate merging traffic.
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Q23. What should you do when driving in fog?
Correct answer: Use low-beam headlights
Why: Low beams reduce glare and improve visibility.
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Q24. What does a posted speed limit sign show?
Correct answer: The maximum lawful speed
Why: Speed limit signs show the legal maximum speed.
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Q25. What should you do when approaching a marked stop line at an intersection?
Correct answer: Stop before the line
Why: Drivers must stop behind the marked stop line.