Alabama Free Test 1

This sign indicates you are in a school zone; slow down and be extra cautious for children.

Alabama law allows a left turn on a red light only after stopping and yielding, and only when turning from a one-way street onto another one-way street.

Under Alabama law, drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians who are lawfully in a crosswalk or intersection, even if the traffic signal has changed.

When entering an interstate in Alabama, use the acceleration lane to match the speed of traffic, signal, find a safe gap, and then merge smoothly.

This sign warns of a steep hill or downgrade ahead; be prepared to control your speed, possibly by shifting to a lower gear.

This sign marks a lane that is reserved for specific types of vehicles or purposes, such as buses or high-occupancy vehicles (HOV).

A "No Passing Zone" sign indicates the beginning of an area where passing is prohibited due to limited visibility or other hazards.

If there is no marked stop line at an intersection in Alabama, you must stop before entering the marked crosswalk to keep it clear for pedestrians.

To prevent hydroplaning, you should reduce your speed in wet conditions and ensure your tires are properly inflated with good tread depth.

In Alabama, any substance that impairs your driving ability, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter remedies, and illegal drugs, can lead to a DUI charge.

The proper procedure for changing lanes in Alabama is to signal your intention, check your mirrors, and look over your shoulder to check your blind spot before moving.

When parking on a public road in Alabama, you must park as far to the right as practical and off the main traveled part of the highway if possible.

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is the measure of alcohol in your bloodstream; as it rises, your level of intoxication and impairment increases.

During the first few minutes of rainfall, oil and dirt on the road surface mix with the water, creating an exceptionally slippery film.

Maintaining a consistent speed and avoiding sudden braking helps the driver behind you to also maintain a safe and steady following distance.

Blind spots are areas around your vehicle that are not visible in your mirrors. In Alabama, as everywhere, you must turn your head to check these spots before changing lanes or turning.

Alabama law permits a left turn on a red light only after a complete stop and when turning from a one-way street onto another one-way street, provided the way is clear.

To combat driver fatigue, it is important to be well-rested before a trip, take regular breaks, and share the driving with a companion if possible.

Hydroplaning occurs when tires lose contact with the road by riding on a film of water; the best way to prevent this is to reduce your speed in wet conditions.

Alabama law allows drivers of authorized emergency vehicles to disregard certain traffic regulations, such as speed limits and red lights, when responding to an emergency.

It is illegal and extremely dangerous to stop, back up, or turn around on a freeway in Alabama. If you miss your exit, proceed to the next one.

This sign indicates you are in a school zone; you must slow down, watch for children, and obey signals from crossing guards.

A key principle of defensive driving is to constantly scan your surroundings, rather than focusing on a single point, to identify potential hazards early.

Defensive driving in Alabama requires maintaining constant situational awareness by scanning ahead, checking mirrors, and being aware of traffic to your sides.

Even with a green light, Alabama law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians who are lawfully within the intersection or an adjacent crosswalk.

In Alabama, driving is considered a privilege granted by the state, not a right, and it can be suspended or revoked for violating traffic laws.

In Alabama, it is illegal and extremely dangerous to stop, back up, or turn around on an expressway. Proceed to the next exit to correct your route.

Motorcycles are lighter and can stop in a shorter distance than cars, so you must maintain a greater following distance to avoid a rear-end collision.

In Alabama, a driver intending to turn left must yield the right-of-way to any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction that is going straight or turning right.

This sign warns that a four-way intersection is ahead; be prepared for crossing traffic.