Alaska DMV practice test 2

1. When backing up, how should a driver position their body and head to ensure proper visibility?

1. Look only in the rearview mirror.
2. Turn your body and head to the right and look out the rear window.
3. Turn your body and head to the left and look out the side window.
4. Keep your head forward and rely on the side mirrors.

2. What is the consequence for refusing to submit to preliminary breath testing at the scene of an incident?

1. It is considered an infraction.
2. It results in an automatic felony charge.
3. It leads to a mandatory 1-year license suspension.
4. It requires immediate payment of a $22,740 fine.

3. At an uncontrolled intersection where two vehicles approach simultaneously with a danger of collision, who must yield?

1. The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right
2. The driver on the right must yield to the driver on the left
3. The larger vehicle must yield to the smaller vehicle
4. Both drivers must stop completely before proceeding

4. What is the rule regarding shifting gears while crossing railroad tracks?

1. Shift gears only if the engine stalls.
2. Shift down before crossing and do not change gears while crossing.
3. Shift gears rapidly to maintain momentum across the tracks.
4. Shift gears only after the rear wheels have cleared the tracks.

5. According to the handbook, how should a driver use brakes when stopping on a slippery surface to maintain control?

1. Lock the wheels immediately to stop the vehicle as fast as possible.
2. Pump brakes lightly to slow down or stop.
3. Apply heavy pressure to the brake pedal until the vehicle stops.
4. Ignore the brakes and rely solely on engine braking.

6. What is the recommended action regarding the brake pedal when operating a vehicle equipped with antilock brakes?

1. Never pump the brakes.
2. Pump the brakes rapidly to engage the system.
3. Keep your foot resting lightly on the brake pedal at all times.
4. Press the brake pedal only when the vehicle is completely stopped.

7. What is the recommended action if you need to make a phone call while driving?

1. Hold the phone in one hand while steering with the other.
2. Use voice-to-text features while driving.
3. Pull over to a safe area first.
4. Answer the phone immediately to avoid missing the call.

8. What is the primary reason given for avoiding tailgating large trucks?

1. It prevents you from seeing and reacting to changing traffic conditions ahead.
2. It causes excessive wear on your vehicle's tires and suspension.
3. It increases fuel consumption by more than 40 percent.
4. It blocks the truck driver's view of the rear-view mirrors.

9. Why should a driver stop well back from a crosswalk when yielding to pedestrians?

1. To allow other vehicles to see the crossing pedestrians and stop as well
2. To ensure the pedestrian has more time to cross
3. To avoid blocking the view of the traffic signal
4. To prepare for a sharp turn to the right

10. When driving through deep water, what is the recommended method to dry the brakes?

1. Drive slowly in low gear and apply brakes lightly.
2. Apply the emergency brake firmly while stopped.
3. Shift into neutral and let the vehicle coast.
4. Stop immediately and wipe the brake discs with a cloth.

11. According to the handbook, what is the recommended action when approaching a flooded roadway?

1. Turn around and find another route to get to your destination.
2. Drive through quickly to avoid getting stuck in the water.
3. Wait for the water level to drop to six inches before crossing.
4. Proceed slowly to check for dips in the road surface.

12. What is the recommended action if you cannot see the truck driver in their side mirrors?

1. Speed up to pass the truck quickly.
2. Move into the space behind the truck to follow closely.
3. Stay out of the No-Zone because the driver cannot see you.
4. Honk your horn to alert the driver of your presence.

13. When signaled to stop by police, how should a driver respond?

1. Stop immediately in the middle of the intersection.
2. Stop as soon as is practical and in a reasonably safe manner.
3. Continue driving until reaching a parking lot.
4. Stop only if there is no other traffic nearby.

14. According to the handbook, what is the primary reason for keeping your fuel tank full in cold weather?

1. To ensure the engine starts quickly in freezing temperatures.
2. To prevent moisture condensation in the fuel tank.
3. To reduce the frequency of stops at service stations.
4. To improve the vehicle's traction on icy roads.

15. What action should a driver take if they miss an exit on a freeway?

1. Stop immediately on the shoulder to check the map.
2. Back up carefully to reach the missed exit.
3. Continue driving to the next exit.
4. Use the hazard lights to signal other drivers to pass.

16. What type of restraint is required for a child who is less than one year of age?

1. A booster seat.
2. A standard seat belt.
3. A rear-facing child safety seat.
4. No restraint is required.

17. What is the minimum distance from which a vehicle's horn must be audible under normal conditions?

1. 100 feet
2. 200 feet
3. 500 feet
4. 1000 feet

18. What action is required for drivers on a two-lane roadway outside of an urban area when there are five or more vehicles behind them?

1. Safely pull over
2. Increase speed to match traffic
3. Activate hazard lights immediately
4. Change lanes without signaling

19. How does glare recovery time affect a driver after an oncoming vehicle passes?

1. It causes a period where the driver is virtually driving blind while the pupil readjusts.
2. It permanently reduces the driver's visual acuity for the remainder of the trip.
3. It allows the driver to see farther because the pupils dilate immediately.
4. It has no significant effect on driving ability for younger drivers.

20. Under what visibility condition must headlights be turned on during daytime?

1. When visibility is reduced to 2000 feet or less.
2. When visibility is reduced to 1000 feet or less.
3. When visibility is reduced to 500 feet or less.
4. When visibility is reduced to 100 feet or less.