Arizona DMV Permit Mock Exam (2026)
46 questions mixed from every topic of the handbook. Use it as a final check before your knowledge test.
From the official handbook, Revised March 2026, Sections 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the MVD. Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide
Question 1 of 46
May you use parking assist or auto-drive features during the Arizona road test?
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Answer: No; all maneuvers must be manual
Your test vehicle must also be in good working order with registration and insurance.
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Question 2 of 46
What is the penalty for a second chemical test refusal within 7 years?
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Question 3 of 46
How close to a railroad crossing is passing prohibited?
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Answer: Within 100 feet
Same for street crossings and blocked bridges, tunnels or underpasses.
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Question 4 of 46
In heavy rain, at what speed can tires lose all contact with the road?
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Question 5 of 46
What must you do at this sign?
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Question 6 of 46
What are Arizona's minimum bodily injury liability limits?
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Answer: $25,000 per person and $50,000 for two or more
Property damage liability must be at least $15,000.
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Question 7 of 46
How should you adjust following distance in bad weather?
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Answer: Double it and reduce speed
Speed limits are set for the best conditions.
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Question 8 of 46
A driver under 21 is caught with any trace of alcohol. What is the license penalty?
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Question 9 of 46
Must you carry proof of insurance in the vehicle?
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Answer: Yes, whenever you drive
Make sure the VIN on your insurance matches your registration.
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Question 10 of 46
What causes most rear-end crashes?
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Question 11 of 46
When is the road especially slippery in rain?
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Answer: The first 30 minutes after rain begins
Increase following distance to at least 6 seconds in heavy rain.
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Question 12 of 46
What speed are roundabouts designed for?
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Answer: 15-20 mph
Once inside, do not stop; you may go around again if you miss your exit.
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Question 13 of 46
How many bicyclists may ride side by side?
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Answer: No more than two
Bicyclists ride with traffic, as near the right as practicable.
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Question 14 of 46
How far behind a fire truck responding to an emergency must you stay?
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Answer: At least 500 feet
Stay 300 feet behind police vehicles responding to emergencies.
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Question 15 of 46
Turning left from a two-way road onto a two-way road, where should you turn?
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Answer: Just left of the center of the intersection, into the lane right of the center line
If a left-turn lane is marked, use only that lane.
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Question 16 of 46
Your light turns green. What should you do before entering?
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Answer: Check left and right for red-light runners
Yield to vehicles already in the intersection when the light changed.
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Question 17 of 46
What does this sign mean?
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Answer: No left turn
Rectangular signs regulate traffic, speed and direction.
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Question 18 of 46
What may you NOT use a two-way left turn lane for?
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Answer: Passing or through travel
Signal and move completely into the lane.
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Question 19 of 46
How should you look when backing up?
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Answer: Turn around and look through the rear window
Check behind the car before getting in and back up slowly.
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Question 20 of 46
Who may cancel a minor's Arizona license?
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Answer: The adult who signed the application or the person responsible for the minor
The signing adult is responsible for negligence when the minor drives.
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Question 21 of 46
You must leave your car parked on a highway in an emergency. What should you do?
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Answer: Pull far off, set the brake, set out signals and stay with it if possible
Lock the vehicle if you must leave it.
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Question 22 of 46
What is Arizona's minimum property damage liability?
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Answer: $15,000
The policy must be Arizona-based where the vehicle is mostly operated.
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Question 23 of 46
Why shouldn't you cut in front of a truck?
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Answer: Trucks take twice as long to stop
Cutting in halves the truck's stopping space.
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Question 24 of 46
When are headlights required in Arizona?
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Answer: From sunset to sunrise (and in low visibility)
Use headlights, not parking lights, as light fades.
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Question 25 of 46
On the Arizona road test, in which language must you respond to directions?
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Answer: English
You must also show you understand Arizona traffic signs first.
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Question 26 of 46
How does a Certified Ignition Interlock Device work?
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Answer: You blow into it, and the car will not start if alcohol is above a set level
The driver must also blow at random intervals while driving.
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Question 27 of 46
Which surfaces freeze first in winter?
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Answer: Bridges and shady areas
Snow or ice adds at least 6 seconds to your stopping distance.
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Question 28 of 46
What does a red arrow mean?
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Answer: You may not turn in that direction until a green signal appears
Wait for the green.
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Question 29 of 46
Why is it useful to know sign shapes?
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Answer: In rain, dust or fog you may only see the shape
Shape and color both carry meaning.
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Question 30 of 46
Where should children 12 and under ride?
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Question 31 of 46
A wash (dry riverbed) is flooded across the road. What should you do?
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Answer: Do not cross it
Water can stall your engine and carry your car downstream.
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Question 32 of 46
The light turns yellow as you approach. What is illegal?
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Answer: Speeding up to beat the light
Stop if you have not entered; if already in, clear it safely.
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Question 33 of 46
Arizona's Move Over Law applies to which stopped vehicles?
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Answer: Any vehicle with flashing lights pulled to the side, including private vehicles
If you cannot move over, slow down and use caution.
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Question 34 of 46
You drive around flood barricades and get stuck. What can happen?
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Answer: You can be charged for the emergency response costs
This is Arizona's 'Stupid Motorist' liability rule.
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Question 35 of 46
At this crossing the lights are flashing. How close to the track may you stop?
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Answer: No closer than 15 feet
Also stop for lowered gates, ringing bells or a flagger.
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Question 36 of 46
If your rear view is blocked by a load, what mirror is required?
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Answer: An outside driver-side mirror showing 200 feet behind
Loads must also be secured so nothing falls off.
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Question 37 of 46
How far ahead should you look while driving in town?
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Question 38 of 46
Unless posted, what is the limit in an Arizona business or residential district?
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Question 39 of 46
Can you hold both an Arizona ID card and a driver license?
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Answer: No, not at the same time
The Travel ID (REAL ID) is available as either one.
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Question 40 of 46
Someone is tailgating you. What should you do?
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Answer: Gradually slow down to add space ahead, or change lanes
The extra space lets you brake more gently.
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Question 41 of 46
How many points does reckless driving carry in Arizona?
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Question 42 of 46
From how far must your horn be heard?
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Question 43 of 46
How fast does farm machinery usually travel?
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Answer: 25 mph or less
Before a wide right turn, operators may first pull left.
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Question 44 of 46
How many points in 12 months require Traffic Survival School in Arizona?
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Question 45 of 46
A school bus has flashing lights and its stop arm out. How long must you stay stopped?
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Answer: Until it moves or the arm and lights are off
Watch for children crossing in front of or behind the bus.
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Question 46 of 46
What does this triangular sign require?
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