Practice test 2 of 10 — Arizona permit test

The correct answer to each question above, why it is right, and where it comes from. Try the test first.

1. Question 1: D. It takes your eyes and mind off the road

   Texting takes your eyes, hands and mind off driving, which makes a crash much more likely.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Distracted driving

2. Question 2: C. Not until you are in the intersection

   "If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, do not signal until you are in the intersection," since drivers there may pull into your path.

   Handbook: Section 2: Safe Driving Practices — Communicating

3. Question 3: A. A lane whose direction changes at set times

   Double broken yellow lines usually mark a reversible lane, where the direction of travel changes at set times.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

4. Question 4: B. Treat it as an all-way stop

   In general, when signals are dark, treat the intersection as an all-way stop and take turns going.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

5. Question 5: A. A car with only the driver in it

   You may not drive a vehicle "carrying fewer than two persons, including the driver, in an HOV lane at the posted times."

   Handbook: Section 2: Safe Driving Practices — High-Occupancy-Vehicle (HOV Lanes)

6. Question 6: C. At the end of a one-way road or exit ramp

   Do not enter signs face drivers at the wrong end of a one-way road or a highway exit ramp, so no one drives in against traffic.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

7. Question 7: D. Turning left

   This sign bans left turns. You may go straight or turn right if those moves are allowed.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

8. Question 8: C. Yield to cross traffic or merging traffic

   The triangle "requires that you yield the right-of-way to cross traffic or to merging traffic."

   Handbook: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge — Regulatory Signs

9. Question 9: B. At least 3 seconds

   "Allow at least a 3-second following distance for most driving situations," and more when conditions are poor.

   Handbook: Section 5: Actively Avoiding Crashes — Braking and Stopping

10. Question 10: A. Stop, then go once the walker clears your half

    Flashing red lights mean "STOP. Then proceed with caution after pedestrian finishes crossing the driver's half of the roadway."

    Handbook: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge — Pedestrian Activated Signals

11. Question 11: B. Every few seconds

    Check your mirrors every few seconds so you always know what is behind and beside you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Seeing and scanning

12. Question 12: A. 25 mph

    When no limit is posted, Arizona sets "25 mph in any business or residential district."

    Handbook: Section 3: Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge — Speed Limits

13. Question 13: B. Slower drivers should use the right lane

    If you are driving slower than other traffic, keep to the right lane so faster cars can pass on the left.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

14. Question 14: C. Yield

    The downward-pointing triangle is used only for the yield sign.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

15. Question 15: C. Crashes caused by big speed gaps

    A minimum speed limit keeps very slow cars off the highway, since big speed gaps lead to crashes.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Special speed zones

16. Question 16: B. Yield and do not cut into the line

    In general, yield to a funeral procession and do not cut into it, even if your light is green.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Special situations

17. Question 17: A. Open space you can steer into

    An escape route is open space you can steer into if you suddenly need to avoid a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Defensive driving

18. Question 18: C. You are turning left

    An arm held straight out is the hand signal for a left turn.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Signaling

19. Question 19: C. The truck driver cannot see you

    If you cannot see the truck's mirrors, the driver cannot see you. Drop back so you can.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses

20. Question 20: B. 0.08 percent

    If a test shows "0.08 percent or more," you "will lose your driving privilege on the spot."

    Handbook: Section 5: Actively Avoiding Crashes — DUI Penalties

21. Question 21: B. The full width of a lane

    A motorcycle needs the full width of a lane. Never share a lane with one.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Motorcycles

22. Question 22: D. Blind spots where the driver cannot see you

    No zones are the large blind spots around a truck where the driver cannot see you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses

23. Question 23: B. 25 mph

    The emblem warns you to slow down; "The vehicle with the sign cannot travel faster than 25 mph."

    Handbook: Section 4: Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — Slow Moving Vehicles

24. Question 24: A. Stop and let the person cross

    Pedestrians in a crosswalk have the right-of-way. Stop and let them finish crossing.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

25. Question 25: D. Breath, blood, or urine tests

    Implied consent laws generally cover breath, blood and urine tests for alcohol or drugs.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Testing and implied consent

26. Question 26: C. A gap in traffic to merge into

    Look for a safe gap in traffic, signal, and match your speed to merge into it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Highway driving

27. Question 27: C. A steep downhill grade ahead

    The truck on a downward slope warns of a steep downhill grade. Check your speed and use a lower gear.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

28. Question 28: B. Slow down and get ready to stop

    This sign warns of a stop sign ahead. Slow down so you can stop at it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

29. Question 29: A. You may turn left after yielding

    A flashing yellow arrow means turns are allowed, but you must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

30. Question 30: D. Pull off the road and turn on hazards

    Pull off the road as far as you can and turn on your hazard lights so others can see you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Breakdowns