DMV Alaska Permit Test 2 — Questions and Answers

Question 1: YOUR FRONT WHEELS MUST BE TURNED ____________ WHEN PARKING DOWNHILL WITHOUT A CURB.

Along the side of the road
In the traffic direction
In the direction of the road's edge (Correct answer)
Towards the highway

Correct answer: In the direction of the road's edge

When parking a vehicle facing downhill on a street with or without a curb, use the hand brake and turn the vehicle's wheels toward the curb. The vehicle should be in park or reverse if it has a manual transmission.

Question 2: What is the road sign mean:

warning sign (Correct answer)
service sign
guide sign
regulatory sign

Correct answer: warning sign

Drivers are alerted to actual or potentially dangerous situations ahead via warning signs. The background of warning signs is yellow or yellow-green. The majority of warning signs have a diamond shape. Slow-moving farm vehicles may cross the road, as indicated by this caution sign.

Question 3: Always enter to the ____ of the middle island as you approach a roundabout.

corner
right (Correct answer)
center
left

Correct answer: right

A roundabout is a junction control device in which traffic circles around a center island counterclockwise. Vehicles approaching the roundabout must yield to oncoming traffic. Always approach the centre island from the right.

Question 4: When the sun is shining brightly or when a line of automobiles following you could block your turn signal light, you must utilize __________.

parking lights
4 way flashers
hand signals (Correct answer)
brake light

Correct answer: hand signals

When the sun is shining brightly or when a line of automobiles following you could cover your turn signal light, you must utilize hand signals. Hand signals, on the other hand, may not be visible at night unless in well-lit regions.

Question 5: Flashing red lights, lowered crossing gates, or ringing bells at a railroad crossing indicate that ___________.

You must slow down and proceed with caution
You are not permitted to turn left because
The route ahead of you is blocked.
You must come to a complete halt. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: You must come to a complete halt.

A train approaching a railroad crossing is indicated by flashing red lights, lowered crossing gates, or ringing bells. Between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail, you must come to a halt. Before crossing, wait for the lights to stop and the crossing gates to fully raise.

Question 6: Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

Driving at the same speed for an extended period of time and distance results in boredom and road hypnosis.
Gas mileage suffers as a result of excessive speed.
Drivers must adhere to the posted speed restrictions at all times. (Correct answer)
Tire wear is caused by high speeds.

Correct answer: Drivers must adhere to the posted speed restrictions at all times.

The third statement is false.

Question 7: Before changing lanes, drivers should always check for motorcycles because for what reason?

Motorcycles are smaller and more difficult to spot. (Correct answer)
At intersections, motorbikes always have the right-of-way.
Motorcycles are not allowed to share lanes with other vehicles.
All of the above

Correct answer: Motorcycles are smaller and more difficult to spot.

Motorcycles are smaller and more difficult to notice, so drivers should always check for them.

Question 8: You should glance to the __________ of the road if a vehicle with high beams approaches you.

center
left side
right side (Correct answer)
either side

Correct answer: right side

You should look to the right side of the road if a car approaching you is utilizing its high lights and failing to dim them. This will keep you from being blinded by the headlights of the other car and allow you to see well enough to stay on course until the vehicle passes.

Question 9: What should you do if you're approaching an intersection with a green arrow traffic light?

When the junction is clear, turn in the direction indicated by the arrow. (Correct answer)
Accelerate and turn rapidly.
Wait until the light turns green before proceeding.
Stop, then turn in the arrow-directed direction.

Correct answer: When the junction is clear, turn in the direction indicated by the arrow.

You must make the movement indicated by an arrow displayed on a traffic signal if you are in the proper lane. An arrowed movement has the right-of-way and should avoid colliding with pedestrians or other vehicles. However, keep an eye out for other automobiles and pedestrians who are inadvertently passing through the crossing.

Question 10: To avoid a rear-end collision, follow the:

5 second interval method
2 second interval method
4 second interval method (Correct answer)
3 second interval method

Correct answer: 4 second interval method

The State of Alaska Driver Manual recommends keeping a four-second following distance to avoid a rear-end collision with the car ahead of you. Keep an eye out for the vehicle's brake lights to see whether it's slowing down.

Question 11: If you're traveling slower than the rest of the traffic on a multilane highway, take the __________________.

Except when passing, use the left or inside lane.
Except when passing, stay in the center lane.
Except when passing, use the right or outside lane. (Correct answer)
When passing, use the right or outside lane.

Correct answer: Except when passing, use the right or outside lane.

The middle lanes on multilane highways usually have the best traffic flow. The left lane serves as a passing lane. The rightmost lane should be used by slower vehicles.

Question 12: Which car has the right-of-way when two cars arrive at an intersection without signs or signals at the same time?

The vehicle in which the horn is sounded.
From the left, an automobile approaches.
From the right, an automobile approaches. (Correct answer)
The car that is moving at a faster rate.

Correct answer: From the right, an automobile approaches.

Third statement is the correct answer.

Question 13: Normally, traffic lights are _________ from top to bottom or left to right.

red, green and yellow
green, red and yellow
green, yellow and red
red, yellow and green (Correct answer)

Correct answer: red, yellow and green

Traffic lights are normally red, yellow and green.

Question 14: On the right side of the highway, a solid white line slants in to the left. This demonstrates:

The path will get more narrow. (Correct answer)
Just ahead, you'll need to make a left turn.
Just ahead, you'll come to a crossroads.
You're about to enter a construction zone.

Correct answer: The path will get more narrow.

The margin of the road is indicated by a solid line down the side of the road, indicating the boundary between the travel lane and the shoulder. If the edge line of the road curves toward the center, it indicates that the road ahead is narrower.

Question 15: What does a single broken white line down the middle of a two-lane road mean?

Drivers are not allowed to pass because all lanes are traveling in the same direction.
Drivers are allowed to pass when it is safe to do so since the lanes are flowing in the same direction. (Correct answer)
Drivers are not allowed to pass since the lanes are flowing in opposite directions.
Drivers are allowed to pass when it is safe to do so because the lanes are flowing in opposite directions.

Correct answer: Drivers are allowed to pass when it is safe to do so since the lanes are flowing in the same direction.

Separating traffic travelling in the same direction is done by white lines. Drivers immediately adjacent to a dashed line are authorized to pass when it is safe to do so.

Question 16: You are deemed to be driving under the influence in Alaska if you have a blood alcohol content (BAC) of _____ or more.

0.08% (Correct answer)
0.16%
0.10%
0.09%

Correct answer: 0.08%

You are deemed to be driving under the influence in Alaska if you operate a motor vehicle with a breath or blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent or more (DUI). If you are found guilty, you could face harsh penalties, including a required minimum prison sentence.

DMV Alaska Permit Test 2

YOUR FRONT WHEELS MUST BE TURNED ____________ WHEN PARKING DOWNHILL WITHOUT A CURB.