Random Practice Exam (Alabama) (Alabama) - 2026 DMV Practice Test

Question 1:

When a pedestrian is crossing a street guided carrying a white cane, drivers must:

help the pedestrian cross the street.

yield the right of way at corners only.

always yield the right-of-way.

Question 2:

One broken line indicates:

You can pass other vehicles and change lanes, if it is safe.

You can not pass other vehicles or go across the line.

You can change lanes, but only when traffic conditions or obstructions in the road make it necessary.

Question 3:

An edge line that angles toward the center of the road indicates that:

the road is narrower ahead.

there’s a narrow bridge ahead.

you must turn right.

Question 4:

The best way to deal with tailgaters is to:

let them pass if it's safe to do so.

flash your brake lights.

always keep your eyes focused ahead of your car.

Question 5:

Before stopping your vehicle on the roadway, drivers should:

check their mirrors for traffic.

place their foot on the accelerator.

pump the brakes to check if they work properly.

Question 6:

A solid yellow line on your side of the center line means:

Stop

Pass with caution

Do not pass

Question 7:

A yellow arrow means:

Do not go in the direction of the arrow.

If you intend to turn in the direction of the arrow, be prepared to stop.

The same as a steady yellow light.

Question 8:

This road sign means:

Crossroad

Hospital parking ahead

Merge

Question 9:

To avoid glare from headlights of an approaching car:

stay focused on the center line on the road.

don't look directly into the oncoming headlights, look toward the right edge of your lane.

flash your high beams.

Question 10:

This is:

a side road sign.

a merging traffic sign.

a right curve sign.

Question 11:

What does a flashing red light mean?

NO TURN ON RED.

The same thing as a stop sign.

Drivers may move forward with caution.

Question 12:

Drivers often fail to see a motorcycle headed toward them. Why?

It is difficult to judge a motorcycle's speed.

Motorcycles are hard to see.

All of the above.

Question 13:

This road sign means:

No left turn

Lane ends

Do not enter

Question 14:

It is legal to make a left turn at a red light after stopping if:

you are traveling on a two-way street and turning onto a two-way street.

you are traveling on a one-way street and turning onto another one-way street.

you yield to all other traffic at the intersection before proceeding.

Question 15:

This road sign means:

A road joins from the right

All traffic must go straight ahead

All traffic must turn right

Question 16:

The sign in the picture:

shows the highest speed drivers can travel at the exit of the intersection.

is used to advise motorists of the appropriate ramp speed at the highway exit point.

indicates the minimum ramp speed at the highway exit point.

Question 17:

When is the pavement most slippery?

If it's been raining several hours.

When it has just begun to rain.

When it's been raining from at least one hour.

Question 18:

You should increase your following distance:

at night or if it is raining.

when the roads are slippery.

All of the above.

Question 19:

What should you do if your headlights suddenly go out?

Brake immediately and activate your emergency lights.

Use your emergency lights, parking lights or directional signals.

Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.

Question 20:

A flashing red light means:

The same as a STOP sign.

The light will soon change to steady red.

Drive with caution.

Question 21:

This road sign means:

Slow down or stop

Stop

Road narrows ahead

Question 22:

Which sign has white letters on a red background?

Stop

School zone

Yield

Question 23:

This road sign means:

Curves ahead

Divided highway ahead

Divided highway ends

Question 24:

Which of the following is a common cause of traffic collisions?

Scanning the road ahead and staying focused on the driving task.

Driving too fast for conditions.

Pedestrians being key participants in the transportation system.

Question 25:

If cars approaching from opposite directions reach an intersection at the same time:

a car that moves straight must yield to cars that turn left.

a car that turns left must yield to cars that move straight or turn right.

a car that turns right must yield to cars that move straight or turn left.

Question 26:

When passing another vehicle, you should:

assume the other vehicle will maintain a constant speed.

check your mirrors and blind spots.

drive at the same speed as the vehicle you are passing.

Question 27:

This road sign means:

Drivers may proceed if the way is clear

Drivers are about to enter a one way street the wrong way

U-turns are prohibited

Question 28:

When driving in foggy weather, drivers should:

put their lights on low beam.

put their lights on high beam.

put their emergency flashers on.

Question 29:

The octagonal shape is used:

to warn drivers of existing or possible hazards on roadways.

for stop signs and railroad advance warning signs.

exclusively for stop signs.

Question 30:

In case of skidding, drivers should NOT:

take their foot off the gas pedal.

pump the brakes gently if they are about to hit something.

tap the gas pedal with their foot.

Question 31:

On roadways, bicyclists are considered:

a distraction.

defensive drivers.

vehicles.

Question 32:

This road sign means:

Left turns are not allowed where this sign is displayed.

Drivers cannot make a complete turn to go in the opposite direction.

Vehicles turning left must make a U-turn.

Question 33:

When they see a yellow X signal, drivers should:

come to a complete stop at the marked stop line.

turn off the ignition.

prepare to leave the lane safely.

Question 34:

Which of the following drugs could affect your ability to drive?

A cold remedy.

Marijuana.

All of the above.

Question 35:

To make a proper right turn:

swing to the left before turning right.

slow down and get into the lane nearest the centerline.

give the proper signal and get into the lane nearest the right curb.

Question 36:

This sign warns drivers of:

low clearance.

a narrow bridge ahead.

a low place in the road.

Question 37:

If the entrance lane is too short to allow acceleration to highway speed, you should:

go to the next entrance ramp.

stop and wait for a large gap in traffic, then enter the highway and accelerate quickly.

merge into highway traffic as soon as possible.

Question 38:

This sign indicates that:

the highest safe speed drivers should travel around the curve ahead is 25 MPH.

the safe speed around the curve ahead is at least 25 MPH.

drivers may not turn right if traveling at 25 MPH or less.

Question 39:

A pedestrian in the crosswalk when the 'DON’T WALK' signal begins flashing must:

stop immediately.

go back and wait the “WALK” light

finish crossing the street.

Question 40:

At intersections where two or more drivers stop at STOP signs at the same time and they are at right angles:

the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.

the driver who is late for work has the right-of-way.

the driver on the right must yield to the driver on the left.

Question 41:

If you've had a few beers, the effects of alcohol will be reduced only by:

waiting several hours.

taking a cold shower.

getting a cup of coffee.

Question 42:

You are entering a roadway from a private road, and you need to turn left. You have to yield to:

vehicles from the right.

vehicles from the left.

vehicles from both directions.

Question 43:

When entering a freeway, you should check traffic by:

using both the inside and outside mirrors.

using the inside mirror.

using the side mirror and looking over your shoulder.

Question 44:

If a pedestrian is illegal crossing in the middle of the street (not at a crosswalk) you:

do not have to stop for them.

should increase your speed, honk your horn and proceed.

must stop for them.

Question 45:

Blocking an intersection during rush hour traffic is not permitted:

under any circumstances.

unless you entered the intersection on a green light.

unless you have the right-of-way.

Question 46:

This road sign means:

You must travel at the speed indicated

The maximum speed limit under ideal conditions

None of the above

Question 47:

When merging onto an interstate highway, drivers should:

always stop before entering the highway.

select a safe gap and merge into the lane of traffic.

turn on their emergency flashers right before merging.

Question 48:

When passing another vehicle, you should return to your lane if:

you have passed the other vehicle’s front bumper.

you are at least 25 feet in front of the passed vehicle.

you can see both headlights in the rearview mirror.

Question 49:

If a bus needs to make a right turn and you are also turning right:

squeeze between the bus and the curb.

try to turn right before the bus does.

wait until the bus turns before turning right.

Question 50:

What does BAC stand for?

Blood Alcohol Commission

Blood Alcohol Concentration

Blood Alcohol Content

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