Alaska DMV Practice Test 2024

The Alaska DMV permit test consists of 30 questions, and you must answer at least 24 questions correctly to get a passing score (80%). The questions in our sample tests are nearly identical to those on the official AK exam.

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What to expect on the official AK permit test

Number of questions:

Correct answers needed to pass:

Passing score:

80%

Minimum age to apply:

14years

Length of test:

25min

Minimum period between attempts:

1day

Questions

What will happen if you refuse a breath test when an officer suspects you of driving while intoxicated?

The implied consent law in Alaska says that by getting behind the wheel, you have already given consent (i.e. answered "yes") to allow a blood, breath, or urine test if requested by a law enforcement officer. Refusing a police breath/chemical test is a serious offense and will result in license suspension.

What is the BAC-limit for drivers that are 21 years old or older?

The BAC limit in Alaska is 0.08. Drivers must not drive on or over the legal BAC limit! If you suspect you are close to the limit, do not drive! Also, even a low BAC may impact your driving drastically so refrain from driving if you feel affected in any way.

What is the BAC-limit for drivers under 21 years old?

There is zero-tolerance on alcohol for drivers under 21 in Alaska. This means they must not drive with any alcohol in their system!

When driving at night, you must dim your lights to low-beam when you're within _____ of an oncoming vehicle.

High beam headlights will temporarily blind other drivers if used the wrong way. In Alaska, you are required to dim your light to low beam if (1) within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle or (2) within 300 feet of a vehicle traveling in your direction.

You're driving at night and approaching another vehicle traveling in your direction. When must you dim your lights?

You are required to use your headlights in certain conditions. Which of the following is an example of such a condition?

Drivers in Alaska must use headlights (1) 30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise or (2) when visibility is less than 1000 feet Also, you're required to dim your lights to low beam when (1) within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle and (2) within 300 feet of a vehicle traveling in your direction.

Is the use of Hazard Lights permitted while driving?

Hazard light use is not permitted while driving in Alaska.

You see that there is a stopped emergency vehicle on the road shoulder ahead,. What should you do?

The Alaska move-over-law is designed to protect emergency personnel and workers. If approaching a stopped emergency vehicle on the road ahead, you must vacate the lane closest to the stopped vehicle. If changing lanes is unsafe or not possible, you must slow down to a safe and prudent speed for the conditions. The move-over-law also applies when approaching a tow truck, road maintenance or animal control vehicle.

What is considered a sufficient following distance on a dry road?

You should always maintain a following distance of at least 4 seconds to the vehicle in front of you, according to the "four-second rule" used in Alaska. In bad conditions and at higher speeds, you should consider increasing the following distance to 5-6 seconds so you have time to safely stop if necessary.

What is the standard speed limit in residential areas?

In Alaska, the standard speed limit in residential areas is 25 mph unless signs indicate otherwise.

What is the standard maximum speed limit in a school zone or business district?

In Alaska, the standard speed limit in school zones and business districts is 20 mph unless signs indicate otherwise.

Yellow center lines separate traffic:

Yellow center lines separate traffic traveling in opposite directions, and white lane lines separate traffic traveling in the same direction. Depending on the lines on your side of the road, you may or may not be allowed to pass.

Solid lines indicate that passing is prohibited. Broken lines indicate that passing is permitted if you can do so safely.

What does this sign mean?

This sign warns you that you are approaching a Y-intersection. Slow down and be ready to yield if necessary.

What does this yellow sign mean?

You are approaching a school crosswalk. Crosswalk signs are often accompanied by an arrow pointing downward in the location of the crosswalk.

At a railroad crossing with two tracks, can you assume that you can proceed after one train has passed?

Another train may come after the first train. Don’t proceed before you’ve checked for trains in BOTH directions.

What does this sign mean?

This sign warns you that the paved road ends. Prepare for an earth or gravel road ahead, and adjust your speed accordingly.

You're backing your car into a side road. When do you pose the greatest danger to passing road users?

It’s important that you check in all directions before backing into a side road. Keep looking for traffic throughout the maneuver.

You arrive at a ‘4-Way Stop’ intersection at the same time as another vehicle. Who should yield in this situation?

When two vehicles arrive at a ‘4-Way Stop’ intersection at the same time, the vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right.

When you’re about to change lanes:

There are many things you must do before changing lanes. First, you must ensure it’s safe by checking your mirrors and looking over your shoulder to check the blind spot. Then, you must signal your intentions clearly to minimize the risk of an accident.

Remember that safety is the most important aspect of driving. Never change lanes unless safe!

What does this sign mean?

This sign warns of a nearby fire station.

Is Passing the Alaska Permit Test Hard?

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