Arizona Permit Practice Test: Speed Limits and Other Laws (2026)

Question 1 of 16

Unless posted, what is the speed limit approaching a school crosswalk in Arizona?

1. 25 mph
2. 35 mph
3. 15 mph

Question 2 of 16

Unless posted, what is the limit in an Arizona business or residential district?

1. 25 mph
2. 35 mph
3. 15 mph

Question 3 of 16

What is the default speed limit on Arizona rural freeways?

1. 65 mph
2. 75 mph
3. 55 mph

Question 4 of 16

Unless posted, what is the limit on open highways or city freeways in Arizona?

1. 75 mph
2. 45 mph
3. 55 mph

Question 5 of 16

How should you adjust following distance in bad weather?

1. Double it and reduce speed
2. Keep it the same
3. Halve it

Question 6 of 16

What happens to speeding fines in a posted Arizona work zone?

1. They are halved
2. They are doubled
3. No change

Question 7 of 16

May you hold your phone while driving in Arizona?

1. Yes, at red lights
2. Yes, for calls
3. No; only hands-free use is allowed (or to report an emergency)

Question 8 of 16

What is the penalty for a first aggressive driving offense in Arizona?

1. Traffic Survival School and a possible 30-day suspension
2. A warning
3. A 5-year revocation

Question 9 of 16

How many points in 12 months require Traffic Survival School in Arizona?

1. 3
2. 8 or more
3. 20

Question 10 of 16

How many points does a speeding conviction carry in Arizona?

1. 8
2. 1
3. 3

Question 11 of 16

How many points does reckless driving carry in Arizona?

1. 8
2. 3
3. 2

Question 12 of 16

You run a red light and cause a crash with life-threatening injuries. What can happen?

1. Nothing
2. A fine up to $500 and a three-month suspension
3. A warning only

Question 13 of 16

What does MVD order after every red-light conviction?

1. A new road test
2. Nothing
3. Traffic Survival School

Question 14 of 16

How many people must be in a car to use an Arizona HOV lane during posted times?

1. At least two, including the driver
2. Three
3. One

Question 15 of 16

You are cited for driving on a suspended license. What may happen to your vehicle?

1. Nothing
2. Impounded for up to 30 days
3. It is sold

Question 16 of 16

Why is driving much slower than traffic a problem?

1. It is always safest
2. It saves fuel only
3. It can be as dangerous as speeding; use the right lane