AZ DMV Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield AZ DMV facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. __________ mean(s) that passing is not allowed in either direction. → A double solid yellow line
2. You are driving through an intersection with a green signal. A pedestrian starts to cross your path against a red signal. What should you do FIRST? → Sound a warning with your horn
3. Under Arizona's GDL, newly licensed teen drivers (under 18) are prohibited from driving between: → 10 PM and 5 AM
4. Arizona's MVD allows drivers who are 70 and older to renew their license: → Only in person with a vision test
5. If you are going to stop or slow down where others might not expect it, you should _________ to warn those behind you. → quickly tap your brake pedal three or four times
6. What does a blue rectangular sign on Arizona roadways typically indicate? → Services such as food, gas, or lodging nearby
7. In Arizona, an emergency vehicle with lights and siren activated requires you to: → Pull to the right edge of the road and stop
8. In Arizona, parking is prohibited within how many feet of a railroad crossing? → 50 feet
9. Arizona's 'Extreme DUI' charge applies when a driver's BAC is at or above: → 0.15%
10. A bicyclist riding in a bicycle lane in Arizona has: → The same rights and responsibilities as a motor vehicle operator
11. In Arizona, when making a right turn on red, you must: → Come to a complete stop, yield to all traffic, then turn if safe
12. In Arizona, how many days do new residents have to register their vehicle after establishing residency? → 30 days
13. Under Arizona's 'implied consent' law, refusing a chemical test when lawfully requested results in: → Automatic license suspension of 12 months for first refusal
14. In Arizona, what is the speed limit in an alley? → 15 mph
15. In Arizona, when two roads merge and neither has a yield sign, who yields? → The vehicle on the left yields to the right
16. Arizona requires all front-seat passengers to wear a seatbelt. Which statement about rear-seat passengers is correct? → All passengers under 16 must be buckled regardless of seating position
17. In Arizona, a Super Extreme DUI charge applies at a BAC of: → 0.20%
18. Unbalanced tires or low tire pressures can cause → Faster tire wear
19. Arizona requires a vehicle emissions test for vehicles registered in which counties? → Only Maricopa and Pima counties (most vehicles)
20. What does a white painted curb indicate in Arizona? → Passenger loading and unloading only
21. A sign with a green background and white text on an Arizona freeway typically shows: → Exit numbers and destination names
22. Which of the following statements about an escape ramp is FALSE? → It is of no use if you are travelling too fast
23. In Arizona, you must use your vehicle's horn: → Only when necessary to avoid a collision or warn of danger
24. In Arizona, you may NOT park within how many feet of a stop sign? → 30 feet
25. In Arizona, the zero-tolerance law for DUI applies to drivers under what age? → 21
26. What does a white sign reading 'SPEED LIMIT 65' mean in Arizona? → Maximum legal speed is 65 mph
27. In Arizona, when two vehicles meet on a narrow mountain road, who must yield? → The vehicle going downhill
28. In Arizona, when a school zone sign is posted with flashing yellow lights, you must: → Reduce speed to 15 mph when lights are flashing
29. At an uncontrolled intersection in Arizona (no signs or signals), who has the right-of-way? → The vehicle that arrived first, or the vehicle on the right if simultaneous
30. In Arizona, a driver license is valid for how many years for drivers under 65? → 8 years