20 questions from the Arizona driver handbook. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. According to the Arizona Driver License Manual, what is the maximum license suspension period for a first conviction of knowingly providing spirituous liquor to a minor?
Answer: Not more than 30 days. The handbook states that the suspension period for a first conviction is not more than 30 days.
Arizona driver handbook, page 59: “First conviction – a period of not more than 30 days.”
2. When parking at a curb painted yellow, what are the permitted actions?
Answer: Stop only long enough to load or unload, and stay with your car. The handbook defines yellow curbs specifically for loading and unloading while requiring the driver to remain with the vehicle, whereas white curbs are for passenger pick-up/drop-off.
Arizona driver handbook, page 46: “Yellow You may stop only long enough to load or unload. Stay with your car.”
3. What happens to fines for speed violations when signs are posted in a work zone?
Answer: They are doubled. The handbook states that fines double for speed violations in work zones when signs are posted.
Arizona driver handbook, page 44: “When signs are posted, fines for a speed violation are doubled.”
4. What action should a driver take if their vehicle stalls on railroad tracks?
Answer: Get out of your vehicle. The handbook instructs drivers to exit their vehicle immediately if it stalls on the tracks to ensure safety.
Arizona driver handbook, page 42: “Get out of your vehicle if it stalls on the tracks.”
5. What is the minimum age to be issued a graduated instruction permit?
Answer: 15 years and 6 months. The handbook specifies that applicants must be at least 15 years and 6 months old to qualify for a graduated instruction permit.
Arizona driver handbook, page 12: “If you are at least 15 years and 6 months of age you may be issued a graduated and/or a motorcycle instruction permit.”
6. What is the suspension period for failing to produce evidence of current financial responsibility for a second violation within 36 months?
Answer: 6 months. The handbook lists specific timeframes, assigning a 6-month suspension to the second violation within the specified period.
Arizona driver handbook, page 64: “6 months for a second violation within 36 months.”
7. Where should pedestrians cross METRO light rail tracks?
Answer: Only at crosswalks obeying crosswalk signs. The manual directs pedestrians to use designated crosswalks and follow the associated signs when crossing near light rail tracks.
Arizona driver handbook, page 49: “Cross only at crosswalks and obey the crosswalk signs.”
8. Who is authorized to sign the application for an instruction permit or driver license for an applicant under age 18 if the parents are not married but share joint custody?
Answer: Both natural/adoptive parents. The handbook states that when parents are unmarried but share joint custody, both parents must sign the application.
Arizona driver handbook, page 14: “Both natural/adoptive parents, if not married to each other, but share joint custody.”
9. According to the Arizona Driver License Manual, what should you do with your hands when an officer approaches your vehicle during a traffic stop?
Answer: Keep your hands on the steering wheel or in a visible location. The manual instructs drivers to keep hands on the steering wheel or visible to ensure safety and observability during the stop.
Arizona driver handbook, page 73: “Keep your hands on the steering wheel or in a visible location so they are easily observable.”
10. Under what condition is attendance at Traffic Survival School (TSS) mandatory in addition to paying court fines?
Answer: Having been convicted of running a red light (or flashing red light). The handbook specifically links mandatory Traffic Survival School attendance to convictions for running red lights.
Arizona driver handbook, page 63: “Have been convicted of running a red light (or flashing red light). TSS is mandatory in addition to paying all court fines/fees.”
11. Under Arizona law, what is the minimum jail sentence for a first offense Extreme DUI with an alcohol concentration of 0.15?
Answer: Not less than 30 consecutive days. The handbook specifies that a first offense Extreme DUI with a concentration of 0.15 requires a jail sentence of not less than 30 consecutive days.
Arizona driver handbook, page 66: “First offense – You will be jailed for not less than 30 consecutive days and fined not less than $2,500.”
12. Who is authorized to park in spaces marked with the International Symbol of Access?
Answer: Only a vehicle displaying a valid placard or license plate with this symbol, transporting the person issued it. The rule specifies that the space is reserved for vehicles with valid placards/plates AND requires the person issued the placard to be transported in the vehicle.
Arizona driver handbook, page 30: “Parking spaces marked with this symbol are only to be used by a vehicle displaying a valid placard or license plate with this symbol, and only when transporting the person who was issued the placard or plate.”
13. How long is a driving privilege suspended if a driver fails to stop at a crash involving only damage to a vehicle?
Answer: 1 year. The handbook lists specific suspension durations based on severity, assigning a one-year suspension for crashes involving only vehicle damage.
Arizona driver handbook, page 72: “Suspended for 1 year if involving only damage to a vehicle.”
14. According to Arizona law described in the handbook, when is a driver permitted to hold or support a wireless device while operating a motor vehicle?
Answer: Only to report an emergency. The handbook states that holding or supporting a device is prohibited except for reporting an emergency, distinguishing this from hands-free or voice-to-text uses.
Arizona driver handbook, page 24: “A wireless device may only be used while driving in order to report an emergency.”
15. Why are drivers advised to wait a short time after rain begins before activating their windshield wipers?
Answer: To prevent smearing from a dirty windshield. The handbook advises waiting briefly because wiper blades can cause smearing if the windshield is dirty.
Arizona driver handbook, page 55: “Wait a short time after the rain begins before using your wipers. The blades may cause smearing if you have a dirty windshield.”
16. Under what condition may a driving privilege be revoked if the driver is deemed unfit?
Answer: If determined to be medically, psychologically or physically incapable of operating a motor vehicle. The handbook specifies medical, psychological, or physical incapacity as grounds for revocation, while the other options are merely suggested tips for staying awake.
Arizona driver handbook, page 62: “If you are determined to be medically, psychologically or physically incapable of operating a motor vehicle.”
17. What is the maximum speed limit when driving from the first sign to past a school crossing sign where portable signs are in place?
Answer: 15 mph. The handbook states that the maximum speed in this specific zone is 15 mph, overriding the normal limit when signs are present.
Arizona driver handbook, page 42: “The maximum speed from the first sign to past the school crossing sign is 15 mph.”
18. What is the maximum legal speed limit when approaching a school crosswalk if no other limit is posted?
Answer: 15 mph. The handbook lists 15 mph as the specific default speed limit for approaching school crosswalks.
Arizona driver handbook, page 40: “The following speed limits must be observed when no limit is posted: • 15 mph when approaching a school crosswalk.”
19. What does a flashing yellow arrow indicate to a driver?
Answer: Slow down and turn with caution if the roadway is clear, yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. The handbook defines the flashing yellow arrow as a signal to slow down, check for clearance, and yield to others before turning.
Arizona driver handbook, page 35: “A flashing yellow arrow means you should slow down and turn with caution if the roadway is clear. Yield the right-of-way to any oncoming vehicle or pedestrian before making your turn.”
20. Which of the following vehicles is permitted to use an HOV lane during posted times Monday through Friday?
Answer: A motorcycle. The handbook lists motorcycles as one of the specific vehicle types allowed in HOV lanes during restricted hours, alongside car pools and buses.
Arizona driver handbook, page 33: “At those times, the HOV lanes are restricted to car pool vehicles, motorcycle or buses.”