Alabama: Licensing basics — Part 2 Practice Test
Who can be licensed, identification documents, the Learner License and GDL rules, tests, renewal, license classes and the Parent/Teen Driving Agreement. — Part 2
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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.
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Which of these must be legible on a notarized document?
- The county in which the document was signed
- The notary's home address
- The state in which the notary is commissioned
- The notary's telephone number
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Correct answer: The state in which the notary is commissioned
The state in which the notary is commissioned must be legible.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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Immigration documents must reflect at least how much allowable time remaining in the United States?
- 10 days
- 30 days
- 60 days
- 90 days
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Correct answer: 30 days
The manual says immigration documents must reflect at least 30 days allowable time remaining in the United States.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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Unless otherwise noted, documents used as proof of name, date of birth and authorized presence must be:
- Issued within the last five years and certified
- Issued within the last 12 months by the applicant's state
- Certified by a notary within the past 30 days
- Current or of a type that does not expire
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Correct answer: Current or of a type that does not expire
The manual requires documents to be current or of the type that does not expire, unless otherwise noted.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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All applicants under the age of 19 must present which form?
- A current Student Enrollment/Exclusion Form (DL-1-93)
- A certified high school transcript from the prior year
- A signed Parent-Teen Driving Agreement
- A letter from the school principal and a parent
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Correct answer: A current Student Enrollment/Exclusion Form (DL-1-93)
Applicants under 19 must present a current Student Enrollment/Exclusion Form (DL-1-93).
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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Where may the Student Enrollment/Exclusion Form be obtained?
- Only at the applicant's school or a county courthouse
- Only at the driver license office in the applicant's county
- At your school or any driver license office
- At any post office or public library
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Correct answer: At your school or any driver license office
The manual says the forms may be obtained at your school or any driver license office.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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The Student Enrollment/Exclusion Form must be completed and signed by:
- The applicant's parent or guardian only
- Authorized personnel
- The applicant only
- A notary public
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Correct answer: Authorized personnel
The manual says the forms must be completed and signed by authorized personnel.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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A Social Security card is required for which applicants?
- Only applicants who are United States citizens applying for the first time
- Only applicants who are 19 years old or older and applying for a license
- Only applicants who are transferring a license from another state
- All applicants who have been assigned or are eligible for a Social Security number
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Correct answer: All applicants who have been assigned or are eligible for a Social Security number
The card is required for all applicants who have been assigned and/or are eligible for the assignment of a Social Security number.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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Which listing of identification documents “may include date of birth”?
- The Primary Documents
- The Secondary Documents
- The Court of Record documents
- The Additional Secondary Documents for non-U.S. citizens
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Correct answer: The Primary Documents
The manual says primary documents may include date of birth, while secondary documents may not.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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Which document is on the Primary Documents list?
- Marriage License
- Selective Service Card
- Resident Alien Card
- Medical Insurance ID Card
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Correct answer: Resident Alien Card
The Resident Alien Card is one of the primary documents.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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Which document is on the Secondary Documents list?
- Alabama Identification Card
- Marriage License
- Certificate of Naturalization
- US Certificate of Birth Abroad
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Correct answer: Marriage License
A Marriage License is a secondary document.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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Which document is required of all 15-year-old applicants under Title 36-6-8(b)?
- A current U.S. passport
- A certified school record from the school
- A Resident Alien Card
- A certified U.S. birth certificate
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Correct answer: A certified U.S. birth certificate
The manual's footnote says the certified U.S. birth certificate is required for all 15-year-old applicants.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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A foreign-born applicant must have a birth certificate translated into English and certified by whom, unless the applicant has a US Passport?
- The Embassy of the country of issuance
- The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
- A notary public in Alabama
- The U.S. Department of State
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Correct answer: The Embassy of the country of issuance
Foreign-born applicants must have the birth certificate translated into English and certified by the Embassy of the country of issuance, unless they have a US Passport.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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A US Passport on the Primary Documents list must be:
- Issued within the last five years
- Issued within the past 12 months
- Current, not expired
- Certified by a notary
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Correct answer: Current, not expired
The list says US Passport (current), and the footnote says not expired.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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A W2 Tax Form is accepted as a secondary document when it is presented along with:
- A copy of the applicant's Social Security card
- A copy of the previous year's filed tax forms
- A pay stub from the applicant's current employer
- A letter from the employer on company letterhead
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Correct answer: A copy of the previous year's filed tax forms
The list gives the W2 Tax Form along with a copy of the previous year's filed tax forms.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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A Felon ID card is accepted as a secondary document when it is issued by:
- The county clerk of the court in the applicant's county
- The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency district office
- The probate judge of the applicant's county
- The Sheriff of the county of the applicant's residence
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Correct answer: The Sheriff of the county of the applicant's residence
The list accepts a Felon ID card issued by the Sheriff of the county of the applicant's residence.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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Which document must a non-U.S. citizen present together with an Employment Authorization Document?
- A valid Social Security Card
- A valid I-94 Arrival/Departure Record
- A Certificate of Naturalization
- A valid foreign driver license
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Correct answer: A valid Social Security Card
The additional secondary list gives the Employment Authorization Document with a valid Social Security Card.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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A valid visa (with supporting documents) is accepted as an additional secondary document if it authorizes presence in the U.S. for a period:
- Exceeding 10 days
- Exceeding 90 days
- Exceeding 30 days
- Exceeding one year
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Correct answer: Exceeding 30 days
The manual accepts a valid visa with supporting documents authorizing presence for a period exceeding 30 days.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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Which agency issues the I-94 Arrival/Departure Record accepted as an additional secondary document for non-U.S. citizens?
- The Social Security Administration
- The DHS
- The Selective Service System
- The Veterans Administration
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Correct answer: The DHS
The list accepts a valid I-94 Arrival/Departure Record issued by the DHS.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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Which DHS form evidences the timely filing of an extension petition and is accepted as an additional secondary document?
- Form I-20 for F and M visa holders
- Form DS-2019 for J-1 and J-2 visa holders
- Form IAP-66 for J-1 and J-2 visa holders
- Original Form I-797, Notice of Action
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Correct answer: Original Form I-797, Notice of Action
The list accepts an original Form I-797, Notice of Action, issued by the DHS evidencing timely filing of an extension petition.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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F and M visa holders must also present which form?
- Form I-20
- Form DS-2019
- Form IAP-66
- Form I-797
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Correct answer: Form I-20
The note says F and M visa holders must also present Form I-20.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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J-1 and J-2 visa holders must also present Form DS-2019 or which other form?
- Form I-20
- Form I-94
- Form IAP-66
- Form DD 214
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Correct answer: Form IAP-66
The note says J-1 and J-2 visa holders must also present Form DS-2019 or IAP-66.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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Oral Examinations are available for applicants who:
- Have failed the written test three times
- Are unable to read and comprehend the knowledge tests
- Are transferring a license from another state
- Hold a Learner License
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Correct answer: Are unable to read and comprehend the knowledge tests
The manual offers oral examinations to applicants unable to read and comprehend the knowledge tests.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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Oral Examinations may be administered using:
- A printed script read by the examiner
- A recorded video shown at the courthouse
- A telephone interview with the examiner
- Automated testing equipment
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Correct answer: Automated testing equipment
The manual says oral examinations may be administered using the automated testing equipment.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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The Alabama Graduated License law became effective on:
- October 1, 2002
- January 1, 2000
- July 1, 2002
- October 1, 2005
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Correct answer: October 1, 2002
The manual says the Graduated License law became effective October 1, 2002.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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What is the youngest age at which a person may obtain a Learner License?
- 14
- 16
- 15
- 17
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Correct answer: 15
The manual says any person 15 years of age may obtain a restricted Learner License.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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A 15-year-old who passes the Learner License examination is issued a Class D license with which restriction?
- The “B” restriction
- The “Y” restriction
- The “M” restriction
- The “L” restriction
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Correct answer: The “Y” restriction
The manual says the applicant is issued a Class D Alabama driver license with a “Y” restriction.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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Apart from a driving instructor, the “Y” restriction requires the licensed person beside a 15-year-old Learner License holder to be at least how old?
- 18 years old
- 19 years old
- 25 years old
- 21 years old
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Correct answer: 21 years old
The “Y” restriction requires a person who is 21 years of age or older and duly licensed in this state, or a licensed or certified driving instructor, in the seat beside the operator.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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How long is the Learner License issued to a 15-year-old valid?
- One year
- Two years
- Four years
- Six years
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Correct answer: Four years
The manual says this Learner License is valid for four years.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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How many times can the Learner License issued to a 15-year-old be renewed?
- Twice
- Once
- Every year
- Never
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Correct answer: Once
The manual says the license is valid for four years and can be renewed once.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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The examination for a Learner License is taken from information in which publication?
- The Alabama Motorcycle Manual
- The Parent-Teen Driving Agreement
- The ALEA vessel handbook
- The Alabama Driver Manual
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Correct answer: The Alabama Driver Manual
The manual says the Learner License examination is taken from information in the Alabama Driver Manual.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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A person 16 or older who would otherwise qualify for a driver license except for lack of instruction in operating a motor vehicle may obtain:
- A Learner License
- A restricted Class M license
- A motor driven cycle license
- A Class D license with no restriction
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Correct answer: A Learner License
The manual says a person 16 or older who lacks only instruction in operating a motor vehicle may obtain a Learner License.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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How long is the Learner License issued to a 16-year-old valid?
- One year
- Two years
- Four years
- Six years
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Correct answer: Four years
The manual says the Learner License issued to a 16-year-old is valid for four years.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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In addition to being suspended or revoked for the same causes as a driver license, a Learner License may also be revoked for:
- Holding it for more than one year without taking a road test
- Any violation of the terms and conditions on which it was issued
- Applying for a motorcycle license while holding it
- Moving to a different county of the state
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Correct answer: Any violation of the terms and conditions on which it was issued
The manual says a Learner License may also be revoked for any violations of the terms and conditions on which it was issued.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A person at least 16 but under 18 years of age must have held a Learner License for how long before presenting himself for the road test?
- Three months, or until the 17th birthday
- One year, or until the 18th birthday
- Four years, or until the 18th birthday
- Six months, or until the 18th birthday
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Correct answer: Six months, or until the 18th birthday
The manual says the Learner License must have been held for six months or until the 18th birthday.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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What must an applicant surrender at the time of the road test for a driver license?
- The Learner License
- The vehicle registration
- The birth certificate
- The Student Enrollment/Exclusion Form
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Correct answer: The Learner License
He must surrender his Learner License at the time of the road test.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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What happens to the “Y” restriction when a 16 or 17 year old passes the road test?
- It stays in place for one more year after the road test
- It is replaced by a “B” restriction on the same license
- It is removed for the remainder of the four-year period
- It stays in place until the 18th birthday
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Correct answer: It is removed for the remainder of the four-year period
The applicant is issued a new regular license with the “Y” restriction removed for the remainder of the four-year period.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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At what ages may a person obtain a restricted license to operate a motor driven cycle?
- 12 or 13
- 14 or 15
- 15 or 16
- 16 or 17
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Correct answer: 14 or 15
The manual says any person 14 or 15 years of age may obtain a restricted license to operate a motor driven cycle.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A restricted motor driven cycle license allows operation of a cycle weighing not more than:
- 100 pounds
- 150 pounds
- 300 pounds
- 200 pounds
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Correct answer: 200 pounds
The cycle may weigh not more than 200 pounds and not exceed 150cc engine displacement.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A restricted motor driven cycle license allows operation of a cycle with engine displacement not exceeding:
- 150cc
- 50cc
- 100cc
- 250cc
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Correct answer: 150cc
The cycle may weigh not more than 200 pounds and not exceed 150cc engine displacement.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)