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#1. When a police officer is directing you to drive against a red light, you should:
Traffic controls include traffic signals, traffic signs and pavement markings. Traffic control also can be provided by law enforcement, highway personnel or school crossing guards. You must obey directions from these persons.
#2. To avoid getting tired on a long trip, it is often a good idea to:
There are things you can do to help from getting tired on a long trip:
- Try to get a good night’s sleep before you leave.
- Do not leave on a trip if you are already tired.
- Do not take any medicine that can make you drowsy.
- Eat light meals. Do not eat a large meal before you leave. Large, full meals tend to cause drowsiness.
- Take breaks. Stop regularly or as needed.
- Plan for plenty of time to complete your trip safely.
- Avoid long trips during hours your body is accustomed to resting.
Remember, never drive if you are sleepy.
#3. When you park across from a fire station driveway, you must generally keep this distance from the fire station driveway:
It is illegal to park within 20 feet of a fire station driveway on the same side of the street, or within 75 feet of a fire station driveway on the opposite side of the street where proper signs are posted.
#4. A driver with an intermediate license is generally not allowed to drive unsupervised between:
A driver with an intermediate driver’s license may not drive between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. am unless accompanied by a licensed driver 21 years of age or older, driving to or from a school activity, church activity, job, or because of an emergency.
#5. To back your vehicle safely, do not:
You should not depend on your mirrors.
Place your right arm on the back of the seat and turn around so that you can look directly through the rear window.
This question asked what you should NOT do.
#6. What does the basic speed rule mean?
Speed limits are posted for ideal conditions. If the road is wet or icy, if you cannot see well, or if traffic is heavy, then you must slow down. Even if you driveunder the posted speed limit, you can get a ticket for traveling too fast under these conditions. This is known as the basic speed rule.
#7. When you see a motorcycle's turn signal flashing:
Turn signals do not automatically shut off on a motorcycle and riders occasionally forget to cancel them after a turn is completed. Make sure you know what the rider is going to do BEFORE you move into the motorcycle’s path
#8. This sign added to a stop sign means:
When you see the 4-way or all-way sign all approaching traffic to this intersection must stop.
#9. Who should have the right-of-way at a traffic circle?
A driver entering a traffic circle or rotary must yield to drivers already in the circle.
#10. When a traffic signal is showing a steady yellow light:
A steady yellow light means caution. It indicates the traffic signal is about to change. The driver of a vehicle must stop if such a stop can be executed safely without blocking the intersection.
If the driver is within the intersection when the yellow light changes, the driver must not stop, but proceed through the intersection.
Remember, do not enter the intersection if you can stop safely.
#11. You need to drive more slowly at night because:
You must be able to stop within the distance you can see ahead with your headlights. Your headlights let you see about 400 feet ahead. You should drive at a speed that allows you to stop within this distance, or about 50 mph.
#12. You should check your rear-view mirrors:
To be a good driver, you must know what is happening around your vehicle. Along with watching traffic ahead of your route, you must check traffic behind you. It is necessary to check your rearview and side view mirrors more often when traffic is heavy. This is the only way you will know if another vehicle is following too closely or coming up too fast and it will give you time to do something about it.
It is very important to look behind for vehicles when you change lanes, slow, back up, or are driving along a steep incline.
#13. If you are going to drive in heavy rain and want to avoid hydroplaning, the most important thing to check before getting behind the wheel is your:
To avoid hydroplaning, drive with properly inflated tires and be sure you have good tire tread, which helps water escape quickly through the grooves of the tire. Reduce your speed.
#14. What does this sign mean?
Lane Use.
At the intersection ahead traffic in left lane must turn left and traffic in adjoining lane may turn left or continue straight ahead.
#15. If your vehicle breaks down and stalls on the roadway, you should:
If you are stalled on the roadway, have your passengers get out of the vehicle quickly and stand safely off the roadway. A rear-end collision could prove to be deadly.
#16. What is a turnout area used for?
When you have to drive so slowly that other vehicles must slow, pull to the side of the road when safe to do so, and let the vehicles pass.
Some two-lane roads have passing lanes, others have special turnout areas. Drive into these areas when you need to allow cars behind you to pass.
#17. A Crossbuck sign at a railroad crossing has the same meaning as:
A white X-shaped sign or crossbuck is located at a railroad crossing. This sign has the same meaning as a yield sign.
As you approach any railroad crossing, look up and down the track to make sure a train is not approaching. Do not assume that a train is not coming even if you have never seen one at a particular crossing before. That is one of the leading causes of accidents at railroad crossings.
Remember, you are legally required to yield the right of way to trains. Trains cannot stop quickly.
#18. Arkansas law requires that you turn on headlights:
Turn on your headlights whenever you have trouble seeing others. If you have trouble seeing them, they are having trouble seeing you.
By law, you must turn on your headlights from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise. You must also use headlights at any time you cannot see a person or object clearly within 500 feet.
If you turn on your wipers due to weather conditions, you must also turn on your headlights. It is the law in Arkansas.
#19. Which road signs have a green background?
Green and white signs give information about directions and distances. Guide signs on expressways show you which lanes to use to get where you want to go.
#20. When entering a high-speed roadway, you should:
Use the ramp to reach the speed of the other vehicles before you pull onto the road. Do not drive to the end of the ramp and stop. This will not leave you enough room to get up to the speed of traffic.
#21. When you drive through a construction zone, you should:
Adjust your speed to traffic conditions. Proceed with caution. Obey all instructions provided by signs, traffic signals and flaggers. Do not follow other vehicles too closely. Remember to be prepared for the unexpected when traveling through work zones.
#22. If you are 18 years or older, you may use a handheld cell phone, even though you are advised not to.
18 years of age or older may use a hands free device, even though it is not recommended to a cell phone while driving. A handheld device is not allowed.
#23. If a law enforcement officer pulls you over for drunk driving, they can choose which test (saliva, breath, or urine) to request.
Breath Alcohol Concentration (BrAC) is the alcohol in your breath and Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is the concentration of alcohol in the blood. Blood alcohol concentration can be determined by a blood or urine test. The law enforcement officer chooses which test (breath, blood, or urine) to request.
#24. This sign tells you:
Reduction of lanes. Right lane ends. Merge left.
Two lanes of traffic will soon become one lane of traffic. Right-lane traffic must yield when merging.
#25. Double solid yellow lines in the center of the roadway:
The double yellow line in center of the roadway means passing is prohibited for vehicles traveling in either direction. A driver may cross a solid yellow line to turn into a driveway if there is no opposing traffic approaching the planned turn site.
| This Practice Test | Number of questions on each practice test: | 25 |
|---|---|
| Question pool: | 500+ |
| Each test is random | |
Each practice test at Driver’s Prep has 25 random questions picked from a large database.
Answers to questions are found in the Arkansas Driver’s License Study Guide.
Many questions are from the official Arkansas State Police Driver’s Testing exams.
After each practice question, you will see the correct answer. If your answer is wrong, you will also get a brief explanation.
Before you take on the practice tests, make sure you have studied the latest version of the Arkansas Study Guide. Get a copy from your nearest test location or get it online .
You must have a good understanding of the information in the manual to pass your driver exam.
After studying the guide, use these practice tests to check your progress.
Online practice tests are the best way to study for a driver’s license exam but be careful not to just memorize answers. You must also understand the facts behind the answers.
Keep in mind that safe driving on Arkansas highways requires both skill and knowledge.
How Many Questions are on the Arkansas Knowledge Test?
| What You Should Know | |
|---|---|
| Number of questions on exam: | 25 |
| Passing score: | 80 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | No limit |
| Wait time before retest: | 1 day |
The Arkansas written knowledge test has 25 questions. The passing score is 80 percent, which means you must answer at least 20 questions correctly to pass.
When you use the practice tests, you should aim for a higher score. We recommend that you keep studying until you can correctly answer at least 24 questions. A full score is, of course, even better.
More than 40% of all first-time test takers fail the test. So, you should prepare well.
Who Must Take the Official Knowledge Test?
If you are a first-time applicant
You must take the written, vision, and road examination when you apply for an Arkansas driver’s license for the first time or upgrade to a different class of license.
When you want to renew an expired license
When you wish to renew your driver’s license, you must take the written test if your license is expired for 31 days or more.
When you have a license from another country
Drivers with an out-of-country license must, in general, pass all examinations, including the knowledge test.
Arkansas state police offers exemptions for drivers with a valid license from Manitoba Canada, Germany, France, Taiwan, and South Korea. They are not required to take the test.
Holders of a Valid Out-of-State License
If have a driver’s license from another state and move to Arkansas, you can surrender your out-of-state license in exchange for an Arkansas driver’s license. You don’t have to take the tests.
Your out-of-state license must be valid or expired no more than 31 days.
If your out-of-state license is expired over 31 days or you don’t have a license to surrender, you must take the knowledge test and pas the vision examination. The road test is normally waived unless your license is expired more than one year.
Remember, when you become a resident of Arkansas, you must get your Arkansas driver’s license within 30 days.
Lying about a Previous Driver’s License
If you don’t disclose information about a previous driver’s license or present any false information or altered documents, you can lose all future driving privileges in Arkansas.
Where and When Can You Take the Test?
Testing dates and times differ by location. You should call ahead and check when you can take the test. Test schedules are also found here .
Documents You Need When under 18 Years
When you apply for a permit or driver’s license, you must show proof of your full name, birth date, and legal presence. The application of a minor under 18 years must also be signed by a parent or legal guardian.
If you are under 18 years, you need the following:
1 Original or certified copy of a Birth Certificate.
Note that hospital birth certificates or birth registration cards are not accepted. The certificate must be original or certified, no photocopies or scanned documents.
Non-U.S. Citizens must present Passport with U.S. Visa and current I-94, Permanent Resident Card, Employment Authorization Card, Naturalization Certificate or Certificate of Citizenship.
2 Accepted Secondary Identification
A secondary identification to prove your full name and birth date is usually an Arkansas state ID, A work or school ID with photo, or a certified school transcript.
3 Signature of parent or legal guardian
Parent may be present with a state driver’s license or state ID. Legal guardians must be present and show court documents establishing guardianship and a state driver’s license or state ID.
4 Attendance form for students (school form)
Full list of documents if you are under 18 years
Documents You Need When 18 Years or Older
If you are 18 years or older, you need to bring two primary documents or one primary and one secondary document to establish your birth date, full name, and legal presence.
1 Primary Documents Examples:
U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card
Foreign Passport (with U.S. Visa and I-94)
INS Permanent Resident Card
Employment Authorization Card
INS Certificate of Citizenship
INS Naturalization Certificate
2 Secondary Documents Examples:
Arkansas state ID or Valid out-of-state ID
Photo work or school ID
Vehicle registration and/or title
IRS/State tax forms
Certified school transcript
Full list of accepted documents
Understand the Arkansas Graduated Driver’s License Program
Like all states, Arkansas has a graduated driver’s license program.
The purpose of the graduated driver’s license program is to allow drivers to gradually become safe and experienced drivers with a step-by-step process.
1 First step – Instruction Permit
As a first step, Arkansas state police always issues an instruction permit. The permit allows a new driver practice driving together with a supervising driver.
To apply for an instruction permit, you must be at least 14 years old. When your application is accepted, you must pass the knowledge exam and vision test to receive your instruction permit.
With an instruction permit you may practice driving with a licensed driver 21 years or older. The supervising driver must always sit beside you in a front seat.
The permit is valid for one year and cannot be extended.
If you are under 16 years and pass the skills test, you may proceed to step 2 and get your first learner’s license.
2 Step 2 – Learner’s License
Arkansas state police issues a learner’s license after you have passed the skills test and if you are between 14 and 16 years old.
When you hold a learner’s license, you must always be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old and all passengers must wear seat belts.
The Learner’s License is restricted to supervised driving until your 16th birthday AND until six months of supervised driving is completed.
3 Step 3 – Intermediate License
You may get an intermediate license if you have passed all tests, have held the instruction permit, and are between 16 and 18 years old.
The intermediate license is also restricted to supervised driving unless the six-month period with supervised driving has already been met when the applicant turns 16.
If the intermediate license is restricted to supervised driving, you must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old until the period of six months is complete.
After the six-month period, you may drive alone.
With an intermediate driver’s license, you may, however, not drive alone between the hours of 11:00 pm and 4:00 am unless you are driving to and from school activity, church activity, job, or in an emergency.
There is also a passenger restriction when you drive alone. You cannot drive with more than one unrelated minor passenger. An unrelated minor passenger is a person under 21 years old who is not a sibling, step-sibling, or a child who lives in the same household as the driver.
4 Step 4 – Unrestricted Class D License
The Class D license is a non-restricted license issued to persons 18 years or older.
Before you can get an unrestricted license, you must have held a valid Instruction Permit indicating a completion of the knowledge exam, vision, and skills test.
You must also be free of serious accident and conviction of a serious traffic violation for at least 12 months prior to application.
FAQ – Arkansas Graduated Driver’s License Program
What is the Arkansas Graduated Driver Licensing law?
The Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) law helps provide a safe environment for young drivers by placing strategic restrictions on when and with whom they may drive. The process of receiving a teen driver's license contains three levels: learner's license, intermediate license, and unrestricted/regular driver license.
A learner's license is issued to teens between 14 and 16 years old. With a learner's license, a teenager must always drive with a supervising adult. The intermediate license allows a teenager to drive alone, but with a curfew between 11:00 pm and 4:00. With the intermediate license they are also restricted from having more than one unrelated passenger under 21 years.
At what age can I get an Instruction Permit in Arkansas?
You must be at least 14 years old to apply for an Instruction Permit in Arkansas. State police will issue the permit after you pass the knowledge exam and vision test. The permit is valid one year.
What do I need before I can get my Arkansas Instruction Permit?
You must be 14 years old, pass the knowledge exam and vision test before the state issues an instruction permit. Study the Arkansas Driver License Study Guide well ahead of your exam and take several practice tests to make sure you can pass.
When you apply, you must must present an original birth certificate, an Attendance Form for Students (school form), and a parent or legal guardian must sign your application.
When can I get a Learner's License in Arkansas?
To get your first learner's license, you must be between 14 and 16 years old and have a valid Instruction Permit. The permit must show that you have passed the knowledge test, the vision exam, and the skills test.
At what age can I get an Intermediate License in Arkansas?
To get an Intermediate License in Arkansas, you must be between 16 and 18 years old. You must have a valid Instruction Permit indicating a completion of the knowledge exam, vision and skills test. Your driving record must also be clean, with no serious traffic violations or at fault accidents during the previous 6 months.
What are the restrictions on an Intermediate Driver License in Arkansas?
If you have not held a learner’s license or permit for at least 6 months, you are restricted to supervised driving only. This restriction is lifted after six months of supervised driving.
You cannot drive between the hours of 11:00 pm and 4:00 am unless accompanied by a licensed driver, driving to and from school activity, church activity, job, or an emergency.
The use of a cell phone, whether it is talking or texting, is prohibited by law except for an emergency.
No more than one unrelated minor passenger is allowed, unless you are accompanied by a licensed driver. Unrelated minor passenger is a person under 21 years old who is not a sibling, step-sibling, or a child who lives in the same household as you.
At what age can I get an unrestricted Driver License in Arkansas
In order to get a Class D License in Arkansas, you must be 18 years old and a valid Instruction Permit indicating a completion of the knowledge exam, vision and skills test. You must also be free of serious accident and conviction of a serious traffic violation for at least the previous 12 months prior to application.
Can I get an Arkansas Class D Driver License without having an Instruction Permit?
If you have not been licensed before, you must always start by applying for an Instruction Permit. To get the Instruction Permit, you must pass the knowledge test and the vision test. The permit allows you to practice driving with a supervising driver who is at lest 21 years old and sits beside you in the front seat.
When you are 18 years old and have passed the skills test, Arkansas state police can issue a Class D Driver License without restrictions.
Do I need to take a Driver Education course to get a Driver License in Arkansas?
No, a driver education course is not mandatory in Arkansas. You must, however, pass a knowledge test before the state police issues a learner's permit and teens must practice driving for at least six months before they can be eligible for a license.
