Alabama: Exam Simulator
40 random questions from every topic, like a mini exam.
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40 questions; pass mark 80% (the state does not publish its test format).
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Alabama Driver Manual" (November 2024), Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Driver License Division.
Sample questions
The exam simulator picks 40 random questions from every topic each time you start. Here are a few examples.
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Which agency issues driver licenses in Alabama?
- The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Driver License Division
- The Alabama Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Division
- The Alabama Department of Transportation, Licensing Bureau
- The Office of the Alabama Secretary of State, Licensing Unit
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Correct answer: The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Driver License Division
The manual states that the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Driver License Division, issues driver licenses.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 5 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 5)
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How often should you check your tire pressure with a gauge?
- Every day
- Once a year
- Only when a tire looks flat
- Monthly
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Correct answer: Monthly
The manual says to check tire pressure with a pressure gauge monthly.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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Which list names the four general types of pavement markings?
- Centerline striping, stop lines, crosswalks and lane arrows
- Centerline striping, edge striping, crosswalks and pavement messages
- Centerline striping, edge striping, parking lines and curb colors
- Lane dividers, stop lines, yield lines and pavement messages
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Correct answer: Centerline striping, edge striping, crosswalks and pavement messages
The manual lists centerline striping, edge striping, crosswalks and pavement messages.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 52 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 52)
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Backing is prohibited on controlled access highways such as freeways and expressways, except for whom?
- Any driver who has missed an exit
- Drivers on the right shoulder only
- Emergency vehicles performing their duties
- Vehicles with their hazard lights on
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Correct answer: Emergency vehicles performing their duties
Backing on freeways and expressways is prohibited except for emergency vehicles performing their duties.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 66 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 66)
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When preparing to leave a parallel parking spot, what should you do before pulling into traffic?
- Look over your shoulder as well as in the mirrors, and wait until the way is clear
- Check only your rear view mirror, and then pull out when it looks clear
- Sound your horn once to warn others, and then pull out into the lane
- Pull out slowly and let the other traffic slow down or stop for you
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Correct answer: Look over your shoulder as well as in the mirrors, and wait until the way is clear
The manual says to look over your shoulder as well as in rear view mirrors and wait until the way is clear.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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What does the manual say the shapes and colors of signs are coded to?
- The posted speed limit of the road
- The distance to the next town
- The sign’s type of message
- The type of vehicle allowed to use the road
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Correct answer: The sign’s type of message
The manual says it is important to recognize shapes and colors because both are coded to the sign’s type of message.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 41 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 41)
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Which three types of traffic signs does the manual list, classified by function?
- Regulatory, warning, and guide signs
- Regulatory, warning, and construction signs
- Warning, construction, and school signs
- Regulatory, school, and railroad signs
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Correct answer: Regulatory, warning, and guide signs
The manual says the three types of traffic signs, classified by function, are regulatory, warning, and information or guide signs.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 41 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 41)
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A yellow diamond sign shows a red, yellow, and green signal. What does it mean?
- A railroad crossing is ahead
- A school zone is ahead
- There is a traffic signal ahead
- The road ahead is closed
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Correct answer: There is a traffic signal ahead
The manual says there is a traffic signal ahead.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 48 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 48)
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How far before making a turn should you signal your intentions?
- At least 50 feet
- At least 100 feet
- At least 150 feet
- At least 300 feet
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Correct answer: At least 100 feet
The manual says to signal at least 100 feet before making the turn.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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A round yellow sign with a black X and the letters RR means what?
- A railroad station is nearby
- Trains stop at the next crossing
- A railroad crossing is closed
- A highway railroad crossing is ahead
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Correct answer: A highway railroad crossing is ahead
The round yellow railroad warning sign with a black X and RR means a highway railroad crossing is ahead.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 38 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 38)