AL DMV Road Skills 3

Question 1

How far before a turn does Alabama law require you to activate your turn signal on the road test?

Accepted Answer

At least 100 feet

Answer

Alabama requires a continuous signal for at least the last 100 feet before turning.

Question 2

When making a right turn during the test, you should turn from which position?

Accepted Answer

The lane closest to the right curb, staying close to the curb

Answer

Right turns must be made from the rightmost lane, keeping close to the curb through the turn.

Question 3

During the test you approach a school bus stopped with flashing red lights on a two-lane road. What must you do?

Accepted Answer

Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing

Answer

Alabama law requires all traffic on a two-lane road to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights.

Question 4

What is the recommended minimum following distance behind another vehicle in good conditions?

Accepted Answer

Three to four seconds

Answer

A three-to-four-second gap gives enough time to react and stop in normal conditions.

Question 5

When stopping behind another vehicle at a light during the road test, you should stop where you can:

Accepted Answer

See the rear tires of the vehicle ahead touching the pavement

Answer

Seeing the rear tires touch the road leaves enough space to pull around if the vehicle stalls.

(AL DMV) Alabama Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test