Arkansas DMV Practice Test

Question 1

The basic following distance rule in Arkansas is the:

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Three-second rule

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One-second rule

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Ten-second rule

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Five-second rule

Question 2

What is the purpose of a 'safety margin' when driving?

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Extra space around your vehicle to protect against unexpected events - slightly more following distance, slightly lower speed, farther ahead scanning

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Required property-line clearance

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The speed limit buffer

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Minimum clearance from lane markers

Question 3

Worn windshield wipers can:

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Reduce visibility and compromise safety

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Improve visibility in rain

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Save money on replacements

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Have no effect on driving

Question 4

Wet roads can increase your stopping distance by how much compared to dry roads?

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Up to 2 times as long

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No change — modern brakes compensate

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Up to 4 times as long (similar to icy conditions)

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Only 10%

Question 5

If you require corrective lenses to drive, your license will typically be marked with a restriction. If you drive without your required corrective lenses:

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You are driving in violation of your license conditions — this can result in a traffic citation and could affect crash liability

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It is only a minor infraction if you can see adequately

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Only an issue if you are involved in an accident

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There is no legal consequence since you passed your test previously

Question 6

Arkansas bans texting while driving as a primary offense. What is the fine for a first violation?

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$250

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$50

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$100

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$500

Question 7

Arkansas's Move Over law requires drivers on a multi-lane road to move away from a stopped emergency, utility, or tow vehicle. If a lane change is impossible, drivers must:

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Reduce speed by at least 15 mph below the posted limit

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Maintain speed but stay in their lane

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Come to a complete stop

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Only reduce speed if the road has no shoulder

Question 8

When driving in fog, you should use:

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Low beam headlights

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High beam headlights

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Parking lights only

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Four-way flashers

Question 9

A pentagon-shaped sign indicates:

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School zone

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Pedestrian crossing

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Railroad crossing

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No passing zone

Question 10

If a traffic signal is not working, you should generally treat the intersection as:

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A four-way stop

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A green light for the larger road

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A yield-only intersection

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A place where turns are prohibited

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