Alabama: Licensing basics — Part 3 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 3
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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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The examination for a motor driven cycle license or a motorcycle license is taken from which publication?
- The Alabama Driver Manual
- The Parent-Teen Driving Agreement
- The Alabama Motorcycle Manual
- The Alabama commercial driver manual
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Correct answer: The Alabama Motorcycle Manual
The manual says the examination for both licenses is taken from the Alabama Motorcycle Manual.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A person who passes the motor driven cycle examination is issued a Class M license with which restriction?
- The “Y” restriction
- The “B” restriction
- The “L” restriction
- The “D” restriction
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Correct answer: The “B” restriction
The applicant is issued a Class M Alabama driver license with a “B” restriction.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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The “B” restriction indicates that the holder may operate:
- A motorcycle only when accompanied by a licensed rider
- Any vehicle while wearing corrective lenses
- A vehicle only with a licensed driver in the seat beside
- A motor driven cycle only
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Correct answer: A motor driven cycle only
The “B” restriction indicates that the holder may operate a motor driven cycle only.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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How long is a restricted motor driven cycle license valid?
- Four years
- One year
- Two years
- Six years
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Correct answer: Four years
The manual says this license 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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What is the minimum age to obtain a license to operate a motorcycle?
- 14
- 15
- 16
- 18
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Correct answer: 16
The manual says any person 16 years of age or older may obtain a license to operate a motorcycle.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A motorcycle is defined as a motor vehicle with a seat or saddle for the rider that travels on not more than how many wheels in contact with the ground?
- Two
- Three
- Four
- Five
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Correct answer: Three
The manual defines a motorcycle as designed to travel on not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, excluding a tractor.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A Class M license issued to a person 16 or older indicates that the holder may operate:
- A motorcycle or a passenger car
- A motorcycle or a farm tractor
- Any vehicle weighing under 200 pounds
- A motorcycle only
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Correct answer: A motorcycle only
The manual says Class M indicates that the holder may operate a motorcycle only.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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Who has the authority to impose restrictions on your driver license when they are necessary for you to operate a motor vehicle safely?
- The Director of ALEA
- The county sheriff
- The Governor of Alabama
- The local driver license examiner
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Correct answer: The Director of ALEA
The Director of ALEA has the authority to impose restrictions when necessary to operate a motor vehicle safely.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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Which is a common restriction placed on a driver license?
- Driving only between sunrise and sunset
- Driving only on roads with speed limits of 45 mph or less
- Wearing corrective lenses while driving
- Driving only in the county of residence
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Correct answer: Wearing corrective lenses while driving
The manual says a common restriction is the requirement of wearing corrective lenses while driving.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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Another restriction on a driver license is the use of mechanical devices that aid:
- Drivers over 65 years of age
- Physically impaired persons
- Drivers who hold a Learner License
- Drivers who have had a crash
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Correct answer: Physically impaired persons
The manual lists the use of mechanical devices that aid physically impaired persons as another restriction.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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Operating a motor vehicle in violation of a license restriction may result in:
- A written warning sent by mail
- Restarting the learner license period
- Cancellation of the vehicle's registration
- Loss of your license
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Correct answer: Loss of your license
The manual says operation in violation of restrictions may result in the loss of your license.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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What is the minimum age to obtain a vessel license?
- 12
- 10
- 14
- 16
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Correct answer: 12
The manual says any person 12 years of age or older may obtain a vessel license.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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Instead of passing the vessel examination, an applicant for a vessel license may present:
- A valid driver license held for at least six months
- A certificate of completion of a hunter safety course
- An approved Boating Safety Course completion certificate
- A letter from a parent approving the examination
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Correct answer: An approved Boating Safety Course completion certificate
The manual says an applicant may present an approved Certificate of Completion of a Boating Safety Course.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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If your license is restricted to corrective lenses, what must you do during the road test?
- Wear your corrective lenses
- Bring a second driver who sees well
- Wear them only while parking
- Have your eye specialist ride along
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Correct answer: Wear your corrective lenses
Applicants restricted to corrective lenses must wear them when taking the road test.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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If you fail the vision examination, what are you required to do?
- Wait one full year and then repeat the vision examination
- Take a written eye test at home and mail it to the examiner
- See a licensed eye specialist and return the report to the examiner
- Retake the vision examination at the same office until you pass it
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Correct answer: See a licensed eye specialist and return the report to the examiner
A failed vision exam requires an exam by a licensed eye specialist and a report returned to the examiner.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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After you fail the vision examination, what lets you take the rest of the test?
- Paying the knowledge test fee a second time at the office
- An eye specialist's report that you can see well enough to drive
- A signed statement from a parent or guardian about your eyesight
- A letter from your insurance company approving your vision
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Correct answer: An eye specialist's report that you can see well enough to drive
If the eye specialist's report shows you can see well enough to operate a vehicle safely, you may take the remainder of the test.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What does the Alabama knowledge test contain questions on?
- Vehicle repair, fuel economy, and road signs
- Federal highway law, insurance rules, and map reading
- Traffic laws of all neighboring states
- Alabama traffic laws, road signs, and rules of safe driving
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Correct answer: Alabama traffic laws, road signs, and rules of safe driving
The manual says the test covers Alabama traffic laws, road signs, and rules of safe driving.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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Where is the knowledge test taken from?
- Material found in the driver manual booklet
- Questions that are not published anywhere
- The commercial driver's manual only
- Material from the examiner's own experience
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Correct answer: Material found in the driver manual booklet
The knowledge test is taken from material found in the manual.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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When does the examiner issue your learner license?
- After you pass the road test and pay the required fee
- After you complete a 90-day waiting period at home
- After you pass the knowledge test and pay the required fee
- As soon as you finish the vision screening and sign up
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Correct answer: After you pass the knowledge test and pay the required fee
An applicant for a learner license who passes the knowledge test is issued the license upon payment of the required fee.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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If you apply for a regular driver license, when are you issued the license?
- Right after you pass the knowledge test, before any road test
- After you pass the road test and pay the required fee
- On the day you submit your application and vision form
- After you complete a mandatory 30-day waiting period
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Correct answer: After you pass the road test and pay the required fee
A regular license applicant is issued the license after passing the road test and paying the fee.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What must you do if you apply for both a motor driven cycle license and a learner license?
- Take only the motor driven cycle license examination
- Take only the learner license knowledge examination
- Take the road test and skip every written examination
- Take both the motor driven cycle and learner examinations
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Correct answer: Take both the motor driven cycle and learner examinations
The manual says you must take both examinations.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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Who is the automated knowledge test available to?
- Only applicants who are under the age of 18 years
- Only applicants who are renewing their license by mail
- All applicants taking the driver license knowledge test
- Only applicants who are applying for commercial licenses
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Correct answer: All applicants taking the driver license knowledge test
The manual says automated testing is available to all applicants taking the driver license knowledge test.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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Which test is described as the final step toward qualifying for the privilege of driving on public roadways?
- The vision screening
- The road skills test
- The knowledge test
- The re-examination
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Correct answer: The road skills test
A driver license examiner administers the road skills test as the final step toward qualifying to drive.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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Who must accompany a 16-year-old applicant to the road test?
- A licensed driving instructor
- Any licensed driver age 21 or older
- A sibling who has a driver license
- A parent or guardian
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Correct answer: A parent or guardian
A 16-year-old applicant must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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Before the road test begins, the examiner inspects the vehicle for which required equipment?
- Brake lights, left and right turn signals, and a horn
- Cruise control, a radio, and tinted windows
- Fog lights, a spare tire, and a backup camera
- Hazard lights, a GPS unit, and a rear wiper
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Correct answer: Brake lights, left and right turn signals, and a horn
The examiner checks that the vehicle is safe and has brake lights, left and right turn signals, and a horn.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What must the applicant present for the vehicle used in the road test?
- A signed bill of sale and a title
- A vehicle inspection sticker only
- Proof of insurance and vehicle registration
- A written statement from the vehicle's mechanic
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Correct answer: Proof of insurance and vehicle registration
The applicant must present proof of insurance and vehicle registration.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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When may a rental vehicle be used for the road test?
- Never, because rental vehicles are not accepted for testing
- Only if your name is on the rental agreement as an additional driver
- Whenever the rental company's insurance card is presented
- Only if a parent signs the rental agreement for you as a renter
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Correct answer: Only if your name is on the rental agreement as an additional driver
A rental vehicle may only be used if the applicant is listed on the rental agreement as an additional driver.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What may you be required to furnish if you appear to have a physical or mental impairment that could affect your driving?
- A new set of fingerprints
- A statement from your insurance agent
- A letter from the county probate judge
- A physician's statement about your condition
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Correct answer: A physician's statement about your condition
You may be required to give a physician's statement about the condition as it pertains to your driving.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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If you appear to have an impairment that could affect your driving, what else may you be required to do?
- Appear periodically before an examiner to prove you can drive
- Surrender your vehicle registration to the examiner
- Retake the vision test every single month for a year
- Attend a driving school for at least forty hours each year
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Correct answer: Appear periodically before an examiner to prove you can drive
You may be required to appear periodically before an examiner to prove your ability to drive.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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What could failing to report a physical or mental condition that affects your driving result in?
- A warning letter only
- A lower insurance rate
- License revocation
- A shorter renewal period
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Correct answer: License revocation
Failure to report such conditions could result in license revocation.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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Which person can be issued a non-driver identification card?
- A person who holds a current Alabama driver license
- A person who wishes to discontinue driving and surrender his or her license
- A person who lives outside Alabama and has never held its license
- A person who holds a current commercial driver license
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Correct answer: A person who wishes to discontinue driving and surrender his or her license
ID cards go to applicants who do not physically qualify for a license, have no current Alabama license, or want to stop driving and surrender it.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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How does the proof of identification for a non-driver identification card compare with that for a driver license?
- Less proof is required
- No proof is required for citizens
- More proof is required than for a driver license
- The same degree of proof is required
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Correct answer: The same degree of proof is required
The same degree of proof of identification required for driver licenses is required for ID cards.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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Which of these does the non-driver identification card bear?
- A color photo
- A fingerprint
- The holder's Social Security number
- The holder's vehicle registration number
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Correct answer: A color photo
The card bears a number, name, date of birth, address, description of the person, and a color photo.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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How long after it is issued does an Alabama driver license expire?
- Two years
- Six years
- Four years
- Eight years
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Correct answer: Four years
The manual says the license expires four years after it is issued.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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How early before the expiration date may you renew your driver license?
- Only within the final 30 days before it expires
- At any time within 180 days before it expires
- Only within the final 90 days before it expires
- Only on the day that it expires, not before
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Correct answer: At any time within 180 days before it expires
The license may be renewed at any time within 180 days prior to expiration.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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Which driver may be eligible to renew an Alabama license by mail?
- A driver whose license was revoked last year
- A first-time applicant with no photo on file
- A driver who has never held an Alabama license
- A military dependent who is temporarily out of state
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Correct answer: A military dependent who is temporarily out of state
Military personnel, their dependents, college students, or other licensed Alabama drivers temporarily out of state because of their job may be eligible, if they have an Alabama license with picture and signature from the last four years.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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To be eligible to apply for renewal by mail, when must you have obtained your Alabama license with your picture and signature?
- In the last four years
- In the last 60 days
- In the last year
- In the last ten years
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Correct answer: In the last four years
Mail renewal requires an Alabama license with your picture and signature obtained in the last four years.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What must appear on the Alabama driver license or ID for a mail renewal?
- A military base address
- A post office box in the new state
- An Alabama address
- The address of the renewal office
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Correct answer: An Alabama address
The manual says an Alabama address must appear on the license or ID.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)