AL DMV Written Knowledge 5

Question 1

You are merging onto an Alabama interstate from an acceleration ramp. You should:

Accepted Answer

Adjust speed to match traffic and merge into a gap

Answer

Drivers on the ramp must accelerate to highway speed and merge smoothly, yielding to traffic already on the interstate.

Question 2

What does a pentagon-shaped (five-sided) road sign indicate?

Accepted Answer

School zone or school crossing

Answer

Pentagon-shaped signs mark school zones and school crossings.

Question 3

If your accelerator sticks while driving, the best first action is to:

Accepted Answer

Shift to neutral and apply the brakes

Answer

Shifting to neutral disconnects engine power so you can brake and steer safely off the road.

Question 4

A driver with a learner's license in Alabama must be accompanied by:

Accepted Answer

A licensed driver 21 or older, or a licensed parent/guardian, in the front seat

Answer

Alabama learner's permit holders must drive with a licensed driver 21 or older (or a licensed parent or guardian) seated beside them.

Question 5

When passing a bicyclist on an Alabama roadway, you should:

Accepted Answer

Give at least three feet of clearance when passing

Answer

Alabama law requires motorists to leave a safe distance of at least three feet when passing a bicycle.

(AL DMV) Alabama Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test