Arizona MVD Practice Test 2025

The Arizona MVD 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 AZ exam.

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What to expect on the official AZ permit test

Number of questions:

Correct answers needed to pass:

Passing score:

80%

Minimum age to apply:

15 1/2years

Length of test:

25min

Questions

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

The implied consent law in Arizona 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 Arizona 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?

Arizona drivers under 21 have a zero-tolerance on alcohol and 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 Arizona, you are required to dim your light to low beam if (1) within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle or (2) within 200 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?

In Arizona, you must use your headlights between (1) sunset and sunrise, (2) when visibility is less than 500 feet, and (3) in snow and ice. Also, you're required to dim your lights to low beam when (1) within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle and (2) within 200 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 Arizona except for in emergency situations.

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

The Arizona move-over-law is designed to protect emergency personnel and workers. If approaching a stationary vehicle, including emergency vehicles and tow trucks, with flashing- or warning lights, 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.

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

You should always maintain a following distance of at least 3 seconds to the vehicle in front of you, according to the "three-second rule" used in Arizona. In bad conditions and at higher speeds, you should consider increasing the following distance to 4-5 seconds so you have time to safely stop if necessary. On slippery roads, it may be necessary to increase the following distance even more.

What is the standard speed limit in business and residential districts?

In Arizona, the standard speed limit in residential or business districts is 25 mph unless signs indicate otherwise.

What is the default speed limit outside of business or residential districts?

In Arizona, the default speed limit outside of business or residential districts is 65 mph. The default speed limit applies unless signs indicate otherwise. If a limit is posted, you must obey the limit.

Are you ever allowed to exceed the speed limit?

You are NOT permitted to exceed the speed limit at any time.

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, 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.

You're driving at night with your headlights on high beam, and another vehicle is passing you. When should you change to low beam?

High-beam headlights can blind the driver of the passing vehicle. Change to low beams just as the vehicle passes you.

What’s true about slippery roads and rain?

Be extra careful just as it starts to rain, as the initial rain will make any road slippery due to oil and dirt that is washed to the surface. The oil and dirt can cause skidding until further rain washes it away.

What should you do if the ABS warning light stays on?

The ABS light will stay on to alert the driver that the safety system is no longer active. Have your brakes checked immediately.

Passing across double solid yellow center lines is:

Double solid yellow center lines indicate that passing is prohibited in either direction. Don’t drive to the left of double solid yellow lines to pass another vehicle!

Before passing another vehicle:

Passing is a complicated maneuver requiring both skill and experience. Before passing, look ahead for oncoming vehicles, the road conditions (e.g. cracks or potholes), and estimate if you can complete the maneuver safely. If safe - signal, check the blind spot and begin with the maneuver.

Does the car have to yield to the pedestrian?

Pedestrians crossing at corners or other crosswalks have the right-of-way. The car may proceed when the pedestrian is safely out of range.

What does this sign mean?

This is a ‘Workers Ahead’ sign. Slow down as there may be workers on or near the road ahead.

Is the Arizona Permit Test Hard?

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