Your FREE Arizona MVD (DMV) Practice Test 2026 – 120+ Q&A

What does a solid yellow center line on your side of an Arizona two-lane road mean?

• A.Passing is not permitted on your side
• B.Passing is allowed when clear
• C.The road ends ahead
• D.You must merge right

In Arizona, what does a flashing red traffic signal mean?

• A.Stop completely, then proceed when safe, as at a stop sign
• B.Slow down and proceed without stopping
• C.The signal is broken and should be ignored
• D.Speed up to clear the intersection

What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean in Arizona?

• A.Slow down and proceed with caution
• B.Stop completely before proceeding
• C.The intersection is closed
• D.Yield only to pedestrians

In Arizona, what color and shape is a regulatory YIELD sign?

• A.A downward-pointing red and white triangle
• B.A yellow diamond
• C.A red octagon
• D.An orange square

On Arizona highways, what does an orange diamond-shaped sign indicate?

• A.A construction or work zone ahead
• B.A school zone ahead
• C.A no-passing zone
• D.A scenic route

What does a pentagon-shaped (five-sided) sign mean on an Arizona road?

• A.A school zone or school crossing ahead
• B.A railroad crossing ahead
• C.A hospital ahead
• D.A dead-end street

What does a round (circular) warning sign with an X and the letters RR mean in Arizona?

• A.A railroad crossing is ahead
• B.A rest area is ahead
• C.A road closure is ahead
• D.A rotary or roundabout is ahead

Interstate highway route shields are shaped like a shield with a particular color scheme. What colors appear on a standard Interstate route marker?

• A.Black and yellow
• B.Red, white, and blue
• C.Green and white
• D.Orange and black

A U.S. route number is shown inside a sign shaped like a rounded shield in black and white. How does a U.S. route marker differ in color from an Interstate marker?

• A.The U.S. route marker is black and white while the Interstate marker is red, white, and blue
• B.Both markers use the same red, white, and blue colors
• C.The U.S. route marker is green while the Interstate marker is brown
• D.The U.S. route marker is orange while the Interstate marker is yellow

A small marker showing a single rising number, such as 'MILE 142,' is posted at regular intervals along a highway shoulder. What is the purpose of these mile markers?

• A.They tell you the speed limit for that stretch of road
• B.They mark the number of lanes ahead
• C.They indicate how many exits remain on the route
• D.They show distance along the highway and help locate your position for emergencies

An exit on a freeway is labeled 'EXIT 142' on a green guide sign, and the next exit is 'EXIT 145.' What does this numbering system most commonly tell a driver?

• A.Exit 145 is exactly three exits past Exit 142
• B.The numbers are random and carry no distance meaning
• C.The next exit is three blocks away
• D.The exit number corresponds to the nearest milepost, so the next exit is about three miles away

A green guide sign over a freeway lane has a small yellow 'EXIT ONLY' panel attached at its bottom. What does that yellow tab tell a driver?

• A.The lane is the fastest way to continue straight on the freeway
• B.Only trucks may use the lane
• C.The lane beneath the sign leaves the freeway and does not continue as a through lane
• D.The lane is closed for construction

A large white arrow is painted on the pavement of your lane pointing straight ahead. What does this pavement arrow tell a driver?

• A.The lane is intended for travel in the direction the arrow points
• B.Passing is permitted in this lane
• C.The lane ends at the next intersection
• D.Parking is allowed along this lane

A lane has a painted arrow that curves to the left and also a straight arrow in the same lane. What does this combination pavement marking allow?

• A.Drivers must turn left only
• B.Drivers must stop before proceeding
• C.Drivers in that lane may either turn left or go straight
• D.Drivers may only make a U-turn

The letters 'RXR' along with a large white 'X' are painted across the pavement in your lane. What does this pavement marking warn you about?

• A.A railroad crossing is ahead
• B.A school zone is ahead
• C.A roundabout is ahead
• D.An express lane begins here

A series of solid white triangles, pointing toward you, is painted across your lane before an intersection. What do these 'shark teeth' markings mean?

• A.You must come to a complete stop and remain stopped
• B.You may speed up to clear the intersection
• C.Parking is permitted past the triangles
• D.You must yield and be prepared to stop for cross traffic or pedestrians

Yellow diagonal stripes fill a painted area between opposing lanes of traffic on the pavement. What does this striped median area indicate?

• A.It is a passing lane available to either direction
• B.It is a designated parking strip
• C.It is a turn lane shared by both directions
• D.It is a painted buffer that vehicles should not drive on or cross

Where two roads merge, a triangular area of pavement bounded by solid white lines and filled with diagonal stripes appears between the lanes. What is this area called and how should it be treated?

• A.It is a merge lane drivers must use to enter
• B.It is a gore area that drivers should not drive across or stop in
• C.It is an emergency parking zone
• D.It is a bicycle lane

Raised pavement markers or grooved rumble strips are placed along the centerline or shoulder edge of a highway. What is their main purpose?

• A.To mark where passing is always allowed
• B.To indicate a parking area
• C.To create noise and vibration that alert a driver who is drifting out of the lane
• D.To show the location of the next exit

Brown background signs with white lettering are posted along a highway. What kind of information do brown signs provide?

• A.Mandatory speed limits
• B.Construction zone warnings
• C.Recreational and cultural points of interest such as parks and historic sites
• D.Hospital and emergency services

A blue background sign with white lettering and symbols is posted near an interchange. What type of information do blue signs typically give drivers?

• A.Motorist services such as gas, food, lodging, and rest areas
• B.Sharp curves and other road hazards
• C.Speed limits that must be obeyed
• D.Temporary construction detours

An orange diamond or rectangular sign appears along the road. Based on its color alone, what should a driver expect?

• A.A school zone is ahead
• B.A construction or maintenance work zone is present
• C.A recreation area is nearby
• D.A guide to highway services

Fluorescent yellow-green diamond signs are used for certain warnings. What kinds of crossings most often use this bright yellow-green color?

• A.Railroad crossings only
• B.Freeway exits and interchanges
• C.Pedestrian, school, and bicycle crossings
• D.Rest areas and service plazas

A rectangular orange sign in a work zone reads 'ROAD WORK AHEAD.' How should a driver respond to such advance work-zone signs?

• A.Maintain highway speed since the work is far away
• B.Stop immediately in the travel lane
• C.Slow down, stay alert, and be ready for workers, equipment, or changed conditions
• D.Ignore it unless workers are visible

Bright orange traffic cones and orange-and-white striped barrels are placed along a lane. What is the function of these channelizing devices?

• A.To indicate free parking spaces
• B.To show where passing is allowed
• C.To guide traffic and mark areas that drivers must not enter
• D.To mark the edge of a bicycle lane permanently

An electronic arrow board mounted on a truck or trailer in a work zone flashes a large arrow pointing to the left. What does this arrow panel direct drivers to do?

• A.Speed up and pass on the right
• B.Merge to the left because the lane ahead is closed
• C.Stop in the current lane
• D.Make a U-turn

A worker in a work zone is holding a paddle that shows 'STOP' on one side and 'SLOW' on the other. What must a driver do when the flagger displays the STOP side?

• A.Come to a complete stop and wait until directed to proceed
• B.Slow down but continue through
• C.Treat it as a yield and merge
• D.Proceed only if no workers are visible

A solid white line is painted along the right edge of the travel lane on a highway. What does this edge line indicate?

• A.It marks where passing is allowed
• B.It marks the right boundary of the roadway available for normal travel
• C.It marks a bicycle-only lane
• D.It marks a no-parking restriction at all times

A yellow line is painted along the left edge of the lanes on a divided highway. What does a yellow left-edge line indicate?

• A.It marks the center of a two-way road
• B.It marks a passing zone
• C.It marks a parking lane
• D.It marks the left edge of the roadway on a one-way or divided highway

A box outlined on the pavement at an intersection contains crisscrossing diagonal yellow lines. What does this 'do not block' box require of drivers?

• A.Stop inside the box and wait for a green light
• B.Do not enter the box unless you can clear it, to avoid blocking the intersection
• C.Park within the box when permitted
• D.Use the box as a turn lane

At an intersection, a green box is painted across the front of a lane just behind the crosswalk, often with a bicycle symbol. What is the purpose of this bike box?

• A.It is a parking spot reserved for bicycles
• B.It marks where cars must stop and turn
• C.It indicates a bus loading zone
• D.It gives bicyclists a place to wait ahead of stopped cars at a red light

A ramp meter signal with red and green lights only is installed at a freeway on-ramp. How does a ramp meter work?

• A.It functions exactly like a regular three-color traffic light
• B.It releases one or two vehicles onto the freeway on each green to control merging flow
• C.It allows continuous entry regardless of color
• D.It is only active during nighttime hours

A separate, smaller traffic signal showing a bicycle symbol is installed at an intersection. What does a bicycle signal control?

• A.The movement of bicyclists through the intersection, like a regular signal does for cars
• B.Only pedestrians on foot
• C.The speed of motor vehicles in the bike lane
• D.Parking for bicycles

At a marked crosswalk, a rectangular sign with two bright yellow lights begins flashing in an irregular pattern when a pedestrian presses a button. What is the driver's obligation?

• A.Speed up to pass before the pedestrian enters
• B.Ignore it because it is only advisory
• C.Treat it as a green light to proceed
• D.Slow down or stop and yield to pedestrians using the crosswalk

A pedestrian signal displays a steady white walking-person symbol. What does this signal tell a pedestrian?

• A.Stop and do not enter the crosswalk
• B.Finish crossing quickly because the light is changing
• C.Wait at the curb for traffic to clear
• D.It is safe to begin crossing in the direction of the signal

A pedestrian signal shows a count-down number ticking down beside the upraised-hand symbol. What does the countdown tell pedestrians?

• A.How many people may cross at once
• B.The speed limit for nearby vehicles
• C.How many seconds remain to finish crossing before the signal changes
• D.The distance across the street in feet

A round blue-and-white sign or a blue painted symbol with a wheelchair figure marks a parking space. What does this symbol designate?

• A.A loading zone for delivery trucks
• B.A bus stop
• C.A general visitor parking area
• D.Parking reserved for vehicles displaying a disability permit or plate

A curb is painted yellow with the word 'BUS' stenciled nearby, or a sign reads 'BUS STOP NO PARKING.' What does this designate?

• A.A spot where any vehicle may park briefly
• B.An area reserved for buses to load and unload where other vehicles may not park
• C.A taxi-only stand
• D.A short-term metered space

A curb is painted white in some jurisdictions. What does a white curb most commonly indicate?

• A.A loading and unloading zone for passengers or mail, usually for a short time
• B.No stopping at any time
• C.Reserved disabled parking
• D.A permanent fire lane

A curb is painted green in some jurisdictions. What does a green curb most commonly mean?

• A.Parking is allowed for a limited time only
• B.No parking at any time
• C.Free unlimited parking
• D.Reserved for emergency vehicles

A curb is painted blue in jurisdictions that use curb colors. What does a blue curb designate?

• A.A general parking area
• B.Parking reserved for vehicles with a disability permit or plate
• C.A bus loading zone
• D.A no-stopping fire lane

A rectangular guide sign on a freeway reads 'REST AREA 2 MILES' with a blue background. What does this sign tell a driver?

• A.A rest area with parking and facilities is two miles ahead
• B.The speed limit drops in two miles
• C.A weigh station is two miles ahead
• D.The freeway ends in two miles

A small green-and-white rectangular plate beneath a street name or along a route reads a distance such as 'JUNCTION 1 MILE.' What category of sign is this?

• A.A regulatory sign imposing a rule
• B.A guide sign giving route and distance information
• C.A warning sign about a hazard
• D.A work-zone sign

Two crossbars of a railroad crossbuck sign are marked, and beneath them a small sign reads '3 TRACKS.' What does the numbered plate tell a driver?

• A.The number of trains expected each day
• B.The crossing speed limit
• C.The number of separate railroad tracks at the crossing
• D.The number of crossing gates

A round yellow sign at a railroad crossing shows two flashing red lights side by side that begin alternating. What must a driver do when these lights flash?

• A.Proceed faster to beat the train
• B.Treat it as a yield and continue if clear
• C.Ignore the lights if the gates are up
• D.Stop and wait, because a train is approaching the crossing

A solid white diamond symbol is painted in a freeway lane, and a sign reads 'HOV LANE.' What does this painted diamond indicate?

• A.The lane is for left turns only
• B.The lane is closed to all traffic
• C.The lane is reserved for high-occupancy vehicles carrying the required number of people
• D.The lane is a bicycle lane

Two double white solid lines run side by side between an HOV lane and the regular lanes of a freeway. What do double solid white lines mean?

• A.Crossing the lines to enter or leave the lane is prohibited
• B.You may freely cross to change lanes
• C.Passing on the right is required
• D.The lane is ending ahead

A broken (dashed) yellow line runs down the center of a two-lane, two-way road on both sides. What does this center marking tell drivers about passing?

• A.Passing is permitted from either direction when it is safe to do so
• B.Passing is never allowed in either direction
• C.Only drivers on the right may pass
• D.The road is one-way in the direction of travel

While driving you reach the end of a roadway and see a sign with alternating yellow and black diagonal stripes (a striped panel) facing you. What does this object marker indicate?

• A.A place where passing is permitted
• B.An obstruction or the end of the road that the driver must go around or stop before
• C.A recommended speed for an upcoming curve
• D.A parking area reserved for the public

Approaching a highway interchange you see a green sign reading 'EXIT 24' mounted above or beside an exit ramp. What category of sign is this and what is its purpose?

• A.A warning sign alerting drivers to a hazard on the ramp
• B.A regulatory sign that sets a mandatory ramp speed limit
• C.A guide sign that identifies the exit and helps drivers navigate to destinations
• D.A construction sign marking a temporary detour

While driving at night you notice the reflective raised markers (reflectors) facing you on the far side of a divided highway are red. What does a red reflector facing a driver mean?

• A.It is safe to pass on the left
• B.A rest area is ahead on the right
• C.The lane is reserved for high-occupancy vehicles
• D.You are going the wrong way and should not be facing those markers

A solid white line is painted along the right edge of a highway lane, separating the travel lane from the shoulder. What is the purpose of this edge line?

• A.It marks the right edge of the traveled roadway to guide drivers, especially at night or in poor visibility
• B.It marks a lane reserved for passing only
• C.It indicates the center of a two-way road
• D.It shows where vehicles may legally park at all times

At a railroad crossing the crossbuck sign has a small additional sign below it reading '3 TRACKS.' What does this number plate tell a driver?

• A.Trains pass exactly three times each day
• B.There are three separate sets of railroad tracks at the crossing
• C.The crossing is three miles ahead
• D.Drivers may cross only three vehicles at a time

A rectangular sign mounted high over a freeway lane shows a downward arrow pointing directly at that lane along with a route number or destination. What does this overhead lane sign tell a driver?

• A.The lane is closed and must be exited immediately
• B.Drivers in that lane must come to a complete stop
• C.The lane beneath the arrow leads to the indicated route or destination
• D.Passing is prohibited in the lane below

Driving along a highway you feel and hear a sudden continuous vibration and rumbling as your tires cross a series of grooves cut into the shoulder edge. What is the purpose of these rumble strips?

• A.To mark a legal passing zone
• B.To indicate the start of a school zone
• C.To show where vehicles may make a U-turn
• D.To alert a driver, through noise and vibration, that the vehicle is drifting off the travel lane

In Arizona, what is the maximum speed limit posted on some rural interstate highways?

• A.75 mph
• B.70 mph
• C.65 mph
• D.80 mph

Absent a posted sign, what is the statutory speed limit on an open Arizona highway outside a business or residential district?

• A.65 mph
• B.55 mph
• C.70 mph
• D.75 mph

What is Arizona's default speed limit in a business or residential district when no other limit is posted?

• A.25 mph
• B.30 mph
• C.20 mph
• D.35 mph

In Arizona, what is the speed limit when approaching a school crossing where children are present?

• A.15 mph
• B.20 mph
• C.25 mph
• D.10 mph

What is the minimum age to apply for a graduated instruction (learner's) permit in Arizona?

• A.15 years and 6 months
• B.15 years
• C.16 years
• D.14 years and 6 months

In Arizona, what is the minimum age to obtain a Class G provisional license?

• A.16 years old
• B.15 years and 6 months
• C.17 years old
• D.18 years old

Before getting a Class G provisional license in Arizona, how long must a teen hold the instruction permit?

• A.At least 6 months
• B.At least 3 months
• C.At least 12 months
• D.At least 1 month

During the first 6 months with an Arizona Class G provisional license, when is a teen prohibited from driving (the night curfew)?

• A.Between midnight and 5:00 a.m.
• B.Between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
• C.Between 11:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m.
• D.Between 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Arizona's special restrictions for a Class G provisional driver last for how long?

• A.The first 6 months, or until the driver turns 18, whichever comes first
• B.The first 12 months only
• C.Until the driver turns 21
• D.For 30 days only

At a four-way stop in Arizona where two vehicles arrive at the same time, who has the right-of-way?

• A.The vehicle on the right
• B.The vehicle on the left
• C.The larger vehicle
• D.Whichever vehicle accelerates first

When approaching a roundabout in Arizona, what should a driver do?

• A.Yield to traffic already circulating in the roundabout and enter when there is a safe gap
• B.Stop completely before entering even if it is clear
• C.Enter quickly without yielding
• D.Travel clockwise around the circle

In Arizona, when may you turn right on a red light?

• A.After a full stop, when it is safe and no sign prohibits it
• B.Never, right on red is illegal in Arizona
• C.Without stopping, as long as no one is coming
• D.Only between sunrise and sunset

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for a driver age 21 or older operating a regular passenger vehicle in Arizona?

• A.0.08 percent
• B.0.10 percent
• C.0.05 percent
• D.0.04 percent

Under Arizona's zero-tolerance law, how much alcohol can a driver under 21 legally have in their system while driving?

• A.Any amount of alcohol is illegal (zero tolerance)
• B.Up to 0.08 percent BAC
• C.Up to 0.05 percent BAC
• D.Up to 0.02 percent BAC

What is the BAC limit for a driver operating a commercial motor vehicle in Arizona?

• A.0.04 percent
• B.0.08 percent
• C.0.02 percent
• D.0.10 percent

At what BAC does a driver in Arizona face an 'Extreme DUI' charge?

• A.0.15 percent or higher
• B.0.10 percent or higher
• C.0.20 percent or higher
• D.0.12 percent or higher

At what BAC does an Arizona driver face the most serious 'Super Extreme DUI' charge?

• A.0.20 percent or higher
• B.0.15 percent or higher
• C.0.25 percent or higher
• D.0.18 percent or higher

What device is Arizona law required to be installed after a DUI conviction?

• A.A certified ignition interlock device
• B.A GPS tracking unit
• C.A speed governor
• D.A dashboard camera

Besides jail and fines, what is a mandatory consequence of an Arizona DUI conviction?

• A.Installation of an ignition interlock device and alcohol screening/education
• B.Lifetime loss of all driving privileges
• C.A mandatory vehicle sale
• D.Permanent CDL eligibility with no impact

Under Arizona's statewide distracted driving law, what is illegal for a driver to do?

• A.Hold or support a cell phone or wireless device while driving
• B.Use a hands-free voice command system
• C.Use a single-touch swipe to answer a call hands-free
• D.Mount a phone on the dashboard for navigation

Is Arizona's hands-free / texting-while-driving law a primary or secondary offense?

• A.Primary - an officer can stop you for this violation alone
• B.Secondary - you must be stopped for another violation first
• C.It is only a parking-related civil matter
• D.It only applies on interstates

In Arizona, who is legally required to wear a seat belt?

• A.The driver, all front-seat occupants, and all passengers under 16 in any seat
• B.Only the driver
• C.Only passengers in the back seat
• D.No one over the age of 12

Under Arizona law, when must headlights be turned on?

• A.From sunset to sunrise and whenever visibility is less than 500 feet
• B.Only between midnight and 5:00 a.m.
• C.Only when it is fully dark outside
• D.Only on interstate highways

On a two-lane Arizona highway at night, when must you dim your high-beam headlights for an oncoming vehicle?

• A.When the oncoming vehicle is within 500 feet
• B.Only when the other driver flashes their lights
• C.When the oncoming vehicle is within 100 feet
• D.High beams never need to be dimmed

A driver who scans the traffic scene by glancing well down the road, then back to the near area, and frequently to the mirrors is practicing which defensive-driving habit?

• A.Keeping the eyes moving rather than fixing on one point
• B.Driving with only peripheral vision
• C.Staring at the lane line for guidance
• D.Watching only the bumper of the car ahead

On a multilane road, the lane that generally gives a defensive driver the most space cushion and escape options is best described as the one where you can do what?

• A.Stay boxed in tightly between two vehicles for protection
• B.Match the exact position of the car beside you
• C.Keep open space on at least one side so you have somewhere to go
• D.Always remain in the far-left lane regardless of traffic

You are approaching a green traffic light that has been green for a long time as you near it. What defensive label describes this signal and how should you treat it?

• A.A fresh green that will definitely stay green
• B.A stale green that may change soon, so be ready to stop
• C.A protected signal that removes any need to slow
• D.A malfunctioning light you should drive through quickly

When two cars reach a four-way stop at the same time and are side by side, defensive practice says you should generally do what to avoid a conflict?

• A.Insist on going first because you stopped harder
• B.Both proceed at once to clear the intersection faster
• C.Honk continuously until the other driver backs up
• D.Yield to the vehicle on your right and make eye contact before proceeding

A defensive driver who notices a ball roll into the street from between parked cars should most reasonably anticipate what?

• A.Nothing further, since a ball is harmless
• B.That speeding up will clear the area before anyone appears
• C.A child may run out after it, so slow down and cover the brake
• D.That the parked cars will block any pedestrian

Driving downhill on a long, steep grade, the safest way to control your speed without overheating the brakes is to do what?

• A.Hold the brake pedal down firmly the entire way down
• B.Shift to a lower gear and let engine braking help slow the vehicle
• C.Shift into neutral and coast to save fuel
• D.Pump the accelerator to keep momentum steady

While merging onto a freeway from an on-ramp, the defensive goal during acceleration is to do what before you reach the end of the ramp?

• A.Stop at the end of the ramp and wait for a complete opening
• B.Match the speed of freeway traffic and merge into a gap
• C.Enter the freeway well below traffic speed
• D.Force traffic in the through lane to brake for you

When you must drive past a bicyclist sharing the road, defensive practice and many state laws call for you to do what?

• A.Pass as closely as possible to save time
• B.Honk to make the cyclist move onto the sidewalk
• C.Leave at least three feet of clearance and pass only when safe
• D.Speed up sharply right next to the cyclist

A defensive driver approaching a railroad crossing with flashing red lights and a lowered gate should do what?

• A.Stop and wait until the lights stop and the gate fully rises
• B.Drive around the gate if no train is visible
• C.Proceed slowly because the gate is only a suggestion
• D.Stop on the tracks to get a better view

Why does a defensive driver leave extra space behind a motorcycle compared with following another car?

• A.Motorcycles can stop quickly and are easy to overlook, so more reaction space is needed
• B.Motorcycles always travel slower than cars
• C.Motorcycles cannot use their brakes
• D.The law forbids following any motorcycle

When a traffic signal is completely dark because of a power outage, a defensive driver should treat the intersection as if it has what?

• A.Stop signs in all directions
• B.A permanent green for the main road
• C.No rules until power returns
• D.A flashing green for everyone

On a road with a center two-way left-turn lane marked with yellow lines and turn arrows on both sides, a defensive driver should use that lane only to do what?

• A.Pass slower traffic on the left
• B.Drive in it for long distances to avoid congestion
• C.Make a U-turn at any point regardless of traffic
• D.Prepare for or complete a left turn, not to travel along it

If a defensive driver realizes too late that a needed exit is just ahead and they are not in position to take it safely, the correct action is to do what?

• A.Brake hard and swerve across lanes to the exit
• B.Stop and back up on the shoulder to the ramp
• C.Make a U-turn across the median
• D.Continue to the next exit and turn around safely

A defensive driver entering a roundabout, or traffic circle, should do what regarding traffic already in the circle?

• A.Take the right-of-way over circulating traffic
• B.Stop in the middle of the circle to let others in
• C.Yield to vehicles already circulating and enter when there is a gap
• D.Enter at full speed without looking left

When following a snowplow that is clearing the road, a defensive driver should do what?

• A.Pass it immediately on the right where snow is piled
• B.Tailgate closely to use the cleared track
• C.Flash high beams until it pulls over
• D.Stay well back, because the road behind the plow is clearer than ahead and the plow may stop or turn

Why is it a defensive practice to avoid driving in a pack or cluster of vehicles all traveling close together?

• A.Packs always travel under the speed limit
• B.Driving in a pack improves your fuel economy enough to justify the risk
• C.It is illegal to have more than three cars near each other
• D.One sudden move in the group can trigger a chain-reaction crash, and packs leave little escape room

When approaching a curve at night on an unfamiliar road, a defensive driver should do what to stay within a safe stopping distance?

• A.Maintain highway speed and trust the curve is gentle
• B.Speed up so the headlights point through the curve sooner
• C.Slow to a speed that lets you stop within the distance your headlights light up
• D.Turn off the headlights to reduce glare from signs

A defensive driver who must pass a vehicle on a two-lane highway should complete the pass only when which condition is met?

• A.There is a clear, legal passing zone with enough sight distance and no oncoming traffic
• B.The vehicle ahead is going the speed limit
• C.There is a solid yellow line on your side
• D.You are approaching a curve or hilltop

After completing a pass on a two-lane road, when is it safe to return to your original lane?

• A.As soon as your front bumper is ahead of the other car
• B.Immediately after you pull alongside the other car
• C.When you can see the passed vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror
• D.Only after the other driver flashes their lights

When you see an emergency vehicle approaching with lights and sirens while you are driving, the defensive and lawful response is to do what?

• A.Speed up to stay ahead of it
• B.Stop immediately in your lane wherever you are
• C.Continue at the same speed and ignore it
• D.Pull over to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes

A Move Over law generally requires a defensive driver approaching a stopped emergency or tow vehicle with flashing lights to do what?

• A.Maintain speed in the lane closest to the vehicle
• B.Stop completely in the travel lane
• C.Move to a non-adjacent lane if possible, or slow down if you cannot
• D.Honk to warn the workers

Why should a defensive driver avoid resting a foot on the brake pedal continuously while cruising?

• A.It improves braking response and should be encouraged
• B.It can overheat the brakes and confuse drivers behind you with constant brake lights
• C.It is required to keep ABS active
• D.It has no effect on the vehicle at all

In stop-and-go traffic, a defensive driver leaves enough room to see the rear tires of the car ahead touch the pavement when stopped mainly so they can do what?

• A.Read the other car's license plate more easily
• B.Rest closer to the bumper at the next stop
• C.Pull around if that car stalls and avoid being shoved into it
• D.Save fuel by drafting closely

Why does a defensive driver signal a lane change at least a few seconds before moving over, rather than during the move?

• A.Signaling during the move is faster and just as safe
• B.Signals only matter for turns, not lane changes
• C.Late signals are required by traffic law
• D.Early signaling gives other drivers time to react and make room

When a large truck is making a wide right turn and swings left first, a defensive driver should do what?

• A.Pass on the right side as the truck swings left
• B.Stay back and never try to squeeze between the truck and the curb
• C.Move up alongside the truck's right rear wheels
• D.Honk and force your way through the gap

Driving through a construction work zone, a defensive driver should expect to do what even if no workers are visible?

• A.Obey the reduced work-zone speed limit and watch for sudden lane shifts
• B.Maintain the normal highway speed limit
• C.Treat posted work-zone signs as optional
• D.Pass other vehicles to clear the zone faster

What is the defensive purpose of tapping your brake lightly a few times before braking hard, when a driver is following you too closely?

• A.It cleans the brake pads
• B.It cancels your turn signal
• C.It charges the battery faster
• D.It warns the tailgater early so they have time to slow down

A defensive driver who feels the steering become light and floaty through a deep puddle understands this as a sign of what, and should respond how?

• A.The power steering is failing, so press the brake firmly
• B.The road is dry ahead, so accelerate to recover grip
• C.The tires are losing contact with the road, so ease off the gas without braking hard
• D.The alignment is off, so jerk the wheel to correct

When approaching an intersection where your view of cross traffic is blocked by parked cars or bushes, a defensive driver should do what?

• A.Slow down and edge forward only enough to see before proceeding
• B.Maintain speed since you have the right-of-way
• C.Close your window to hear better and keep going
• D.Sound the horn continuously and drive through

Why should a defensive driver be especially cautious during the first few minutes after rain begins on a road that has been dry for a long time?

• A.The rain instantly washes the road perfectly clean
• B.Tires grip better on freshly wet pavement
• C.Oil and dust rise to the surface and mix with water, making the road unusually slick
• D.Brakes work better when first wet

Under Arizona's Move Over law, what must you do when approaching a stopped emergency or service vehicle displaying flashing lights on a highway with two or more lanes in your direction?

• A.Move into a lane not adjacent to the stopped vehicle if it is safe to do so
• B.Maintain your speed and stay in your lane
• C.Come to a complete stop in your lane
• D.Honk to warn the responders

If you cannot safely change lanes for a stopped emergency vehicle under Arizona's Move Over law, what must you do?

• A.Slow down and proceed with due caution at a safe, reduced speed
• B.Stop immediately wherever you are
• C.Continue at the posted speed limit
• D.Reverse to give more room

Under Arizona law, until what age must a child be properly secured in a child restraint system (car seat or booster)?

• A.Through age 4 (under 5 years old)
• B.Through age 2 (under 3 years old)
• C.Through age 6 (under 7 years old)
• D.Through age 1 (under 2 years old)

Under Arizona law, a child age 5 through 7 must use a booster seat unless they meet what condition?

• A.They are taller than 4 feet 9 inches
• B.They weigh more than 60 pounds
• C.They are seated in the back seat
• D.They are accompanied by an adult

What is the official safety slogan ADOT uses for driving in Arizona dust storms?

• A.Pull Aside, Stay Alive
• B.Slow Down, Move Over
• C.Click It or Ticket
• D.Stop, Look, Listen

When a dust storm engulfs an Arizona highway, what does ADOT advise you to do?

• A.Slow down, exit the roadway, and pull completely off the paved surface if possible
• B.Speed up to get through it faster
• C.Stop in your travel lane and wait
• D.Stop in the emergency lane and keep your lights on

After pulling off the road in an Arizona dust storm, what does ADOT say to do with your vehicle's lights?

• A.Turn off all lights, including emergency flashers
• B.Leave your headlights on bright
• C.Keep your emergency flashers blinking
• D.Turn on your high beams to signal others

After stopping off the road in an Arizona dust storm, what should you do with your foot and brake?

• A.Set the emergency brake and take your foot off the brake pedal
• B.Keep your foot pressing the brake so your brake lights show
• C.Leave the car in drive with your foot on the brake
• D.Pump the brake pedal repeatedly

In Arizona, what must a driver do when approaching a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended on an undivided road?

• A.Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn
• B.Slow to 15 mph and pass carefully
• C.Pass on the left only
• D.Honk and proceed if no children are seen

On a divided Arizona highway with a physical median, which drivers must stop for a school bus loading or unloading children?

• A.Only vehicles traveling in the same direction as the bus
• B.All vehicles in both directions
• C.No vehicles need to stop
• D.Only vehicles directly behind the bus

When an emergency vehicle approaches with siren and flashing lights in Arizona, what must you do?

• A.Pull over to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes
• B.Speed up to clear the intersection ahead
• C.Stop immediately in your current lane
• D.Continue driving at the same speed

In Arizona, how far from a railroad crossing must you stop when warning lights flash or a gate lowers?

• A.Between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail
• B.Exactly 5 feet from the nearest rail
• C.At least 100 feet from the nearest rail
• D.Right on top of the tracks

On Arizona desert highways, why should drivers be especially alert at dawn, dusk, and night?

• A.Wildlife such as deer, elk, and javelina are most active and may cross the road
• B.Speed limits automatically increase
• C.Headlights are not allowed at those times
• D.The roads are always icy

You are approaching a highway work zone where a flagger is standing in the road holding a STOP/SLOW paddle that is turned to the SLOW side. What are you required to do?

• A.Ignore the flagger and follow only the posted signs
• B.Come to a complete stop and wait until the flagger leaves the roadway
• C.Speed up to clear the area before the paddle is turned to STOP
• D.Obey the flagger and reduce your speed, treating the flagger's directions as you would a traffic signal

In wet or rainy weather, why do motorcyclists need extra consideration from the drivers around them?

• A.Motorcycles are unaffected by rain because of their narrow tires
• B.Slippery surfaces and reduced traction affect a two-wheeled motorcycle more, so drivers should allow more room and avoid sudden moves near them
• C.Motorcycles must leave the road entirely whenever it rains
• D.Rain improves a motorcycle's grip, so no extra caution is needed