Alaska: Licensing basics — Part 1 Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “Who must have a valid Alaska driver’s license or permit?” · “Which Alaska license class is used for operating passenger vehicles?”
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Alaska Driver Manual" (Revised October 2025), Alaska Department of Administration, Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
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Who must have a valid Alaska driver’s license or permit?
- Every person who operates a motor vehicle on Alaska streets, highways, or other public property
- Only persons who operate a motor vehicle on highways that connect Alaska cities and towns
- Only Alaska residents who operate a motor vehicle on public streets and highways
- Only persons who operate a motor vehicle on Alaska streets, highways, or other public property for pay
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Correct answer: Every person who operates a motor vehicle on Alaska streets, highways, or other public property
The manual says every person who operates a motor vehicle on Alaska streets, highways, or other public property must have a valid license or permit, with only a few exceptions.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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A non-resident with a valid license from another state or country is exempt from needing an Alaska license if they are at least what age?
- 14 years old
- 15 years old
- 16 years old
- 18 years old
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Correct answer: 16 years old
The exemption applies to a non-resident who is at least 16 years of age and has a valid license issued by another state or country.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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A non-resident who is exempt because of a valid license from another state or country must get an Alaska driver’s license by the end of what period after entering the state?
- A 30-day period
- A 90-day period
- A 60-day period
- A 6-month period
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Correct answer: A 90-day period
The manual requires an Alaska license by the end of a 90-day period after entry into the state.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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When is a person driving farm equipment exempt from needing an Alaska driver’s license?
- When the equipment is only temporarily driven or moved on a highway
- When the equipment is driven on a highway for no more than one day
- When the driver is the owner of the farm and the equipment
- When the equipment is driven on a highway only during daylight hours
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Correct answer: When the equipment is only temporarily driven or moved on a highway
The exemption covers farm equipment that is only temporarily driven or moved on a highway.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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When is an employee of the United States Government exempt from needing an Alaska driver’s license?
- While driving any vehicle to or from the workplace on workdays
- While operating any vehicle owned by the State of Alaska or a city
- While operating a United States Government vehicle on official business
- While driving a personal vehicle during working hours for the employer
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Correct answer: While operating a United States Government vehicle on official business
The exemption applies to a U.S. Government employee operating a U.S. Government vehicle on official business.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which commercial driver is exempt from needing an Alaska driver’s license?
- A commercial driver who has held a commercial license for over five years
- A commercial driver who is domiciled in another state
- A commercial driver who drives only within Alaska
- A commercial driver who drives only during daylight hours
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Correct answer: A commercial driver who is domiciled in another state
The manual lists a commercial driver domiciled in another state as exempt.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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How many classes of driver’s licenses does Alaska have?
- Four
- Five
- Nine
- Seven
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Correct answer: Seven
The manual states Alaska has seven classes of driver’s licenses.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which Alaska license classes are used for operating commercial motor vehicles?
- Classes A, B, and C
- Classes B, C, and D
- Classes A, D, and M1
- Classes C, D, and M3
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Correct answer: Classes A, B, and C
The manual says Classes A, B, and C are the licenses used for operating commercial motor vehicles.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which Alaska license class is used for operating passenger vehicles?
- Class A
- Class M1
- Class D
- Class IP
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Correct answer: Class D
Class D is the license used for operating passenger vehicles.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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In addition to passenger vehicles, a Class D license can also be used to operate which of these?
- Motorcycles and motor scooters with engine displacements of 50cc or more
- Motorcycles and motor scooters with engine displacements of less than 50cc
- Three-wheeled motorcycles (trikes) with engine displacements of 50cc or more
- Commercial motor vehicles of any size
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Correct answer: Motorcycles and motor scooters with engine displacements of less than 50cc
The manual says motorcycles and motor scooters with engine displacements of less than 50cc can also be operated with a Class D license.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which Alaska license class is used to operate motorcycles and motor scooters with engine displacements of 50cc or more?
- Class M2
- Class M3
- Class D
- Class M1
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Correct answer: Class M1
Class M1 licenses are used to operate motorcycles and motor scooters with engine displacements of 50cc or more.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which Alaska license may individuals who are 14 or 15 years old obtain for motor scooters with an engine displacement of less than 50 cc?
- Class M2
- Class M1
- Class M3
- Class D
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Correct answer: Class M2
The manual says 14- or 15-year-olds may obtain an M2 license for motor scooters under 50 cc.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which Alaska license class allows the operation of three-wheeled motorcycles (trikes) with an engine displacement of 50 cc or more?
- Class M1
- Class M2
- Class M3
- Class D
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Correct answer: Class M3
A Class M3 license allows the operation of three-wheeled motorcycles (trike), three-wheeled motor-driven cycles, and three-wheeled motorized bicycles of 50 cc or more.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Where can a person find the information needed to obtain a commercial driver’s license?
- In the Class D chapter of this manual
- In a separate manual published for commercial driver’s licenses
- In the section on instruction permits in this manual
- In the motorcycle manual published by the Division of Motor Vehicles
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Correct answer: In a separate manual published for commercial driver’s licenses
The manual says a separate manual is published for persons interested in obtaining a commercial driver’s license.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which instruction permit class is for non-commercial motor vehicles?
- IM
- M1
- M2
- IP
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Correct answer: IP
The IP instruction permit is for non-commercial motor vehicles.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which instruction permit class is for 2- or 3-wheel motorcycles and motor driven cycles with engine displacement of 50cc or more?
- IM
- IP
- IE
- M3
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Correct answer: IM
The IM instruction permit covers 2- or 3-wheel motorcycles and motor driven cycles with engine displacement of 50cc or more.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which instruction permit class is valid for non-commercial motor vehicles only during operation under the supervision of a licensed driver training school instructor?
- IP
- IM
- IE
- M1
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Correct answer: IE
The IE permit is valid only during operation under the supervision of a licensed driver training school instructor.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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What does the manual say about presenting your Social Security card when you apply for an original driver’s license or permit?
- You must present the card, and the number is checked against your birth certificate
- You need not present the card, but the number must match the division’s Social Security Database
- You must present the card only if you are under 18 years of age
- You do not need to give the number if you present a passport
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Correct answer: You need not present the card, but the number must match the division’s Social Security Database
The manual says you need not present your card, but the number must match what is in the Social Security Database the division uses.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which of these is given as an example of proof of residence address for an original license or permit?
- A library card or gym membership card
- A vehicle repair invoice or fishing license
- A school yearbook or hospital bracelet
- A bank statement, utility bill, or pay stub
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Correct answer: A bank statement, utility bill, or pay stub
The manual lists a bank statement, utility bill, or pay stub as examples of proof of residence address.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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Which of these is NOT acceptable as proof of date of birth?
- A baptismal certificate
- A certified United States birth certificate with a raised seal
- A court order containing the full name, date of birth, and court seal
- A U.S. Passport Card
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Correct answer: A baptismal certificate
The manual states that hospital issued certificates and baptismal certificates are not acceptable.
Source: Alaska Driver Manual (Revised October 2025), page 3 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 3)