20 questions from the Arizona driver handbook. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. What action is required when driving in a lane marked with a curved arrow and the word ONLY?
Answer: You must turn in the direction of the arrow. The handbook states that drivers in lanes marked with a curved arrow and ONLY must turn in the direction indicated.
Arizona driver handbook, page 45: “If you are traveling in a lane marked with a curved arrow and the word ONLY, you must turn in the direction of the arrow.”
2. When driving in heavy rain, what is the recommended minimum time gap to maintain between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead?
Answer: At least 6 seconds. The handbook states that drivers should increase their following distance to at least 6 seconds when driving in heavy rain.
Arizona driver handbook, page 55: “You should slow down to increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead to at least 6 seconds.”
3. What is the recommended action if the high beams of an oncoming car are not dimmed?
Answer: Glance toward the right side of the road, then look ahead. The handbook advises glancing toward the right side of the road rather than looking directly at the glare to determine the other vehicle's position.
Arizona driver handbook, page 57: “If the high beams of an oncoming car are not dimmed, avoid looking directly at the bright lights. Glance toward the right side of the road, then look ahead to determine the position of the other”
4. What is the minimum age requirement to be issued an operator permit in Arizona?
Answer: 18 years. The handbook states that an applicant must be at least 18 years old to receive an operator permit.
Arizona driver handbook, page 12: “You must be at least 18 for an operator permit.”
5. What is the permitted use of a center lane marked as a two-way left turn lane?
Answer: For vehicles turning left in either direction. The handbook states that this specific lane is exclusively for vehicles making left turns, distinguishing it from passing or merging uses.
Arizona driver handbook, page 48: “This lane is only for use of vehicles turning left in either direction.”
6. When following another car at night, within what distance should you switch to low beams?
Answer: Within 200 feet. The manual specifies that drivers must switch to low beams when following another vehicle within a distance of 200 feet.
Arizona driver handbook, page 57: “When following another car, use low beams whenever you are within 200 feet.”
7. How should a driver position their vehicle when making a left turn from a one-way road onto another one-way road?
Answer: Approach in the lane nearest the left curb and enter the extreme left traffic lane. For one-way to one-way left turns, the driver must stay left throughout the maneuver, entering the leftmost lane of the destination road.
Arizona driver handbook, page 47: “Approach with your car in the traffic lane nearest the left curb. Turn without swinging wide. Bring your car into the extreme left traffic lane on the road you are entering.”
8. Under the Implied Consent Law, what happens if you refuse to submit to a test when arrested for driving under the influence?
Answer: You automatically lose your driving privilege for 12 months. Refusing a test results in an automatic loss of driving privileges for 12 months for the first refusal.
Arizona driver handbook, page 65: “If you refuse to submit to or do not successfully complete any tests when you are arrested for driving under the influence, you will automatically lose your driving privilege for 12 months, or 24 months for a second refusal within 84 months.”
9. What does a steady yellow light indicate to a driver who has not yet entered the intersection?
Answer: You should come to a safe stop. The handbook specifies that if you have not entered the intersection when seeing a steady yellow light, you are required to come to a safe stop.
Arizona driver handbook, page 34: “If you have not entered the intersection, you should come to a safe stop.”
10. How should a driver handle a flashing yellow light?
Answer: Slow down and proceed with caution if the roadway is clear. The handbook defines a flashing yellow light as a signal to slow down and proceed cautiously when the road ahead is clear.
Arizona driver handbook, page 35: “A flashing yellow light means you should slow down and proceed with caution if the roadway is clear.”
11. Which shape is reserved specifically for stop signs?
Answer: Octagon. The handbook states that the octagon shape is exclusively reserved for stop signs.
Arizona driver handbook, page 41: “Octagon This shape is reserved for stop signs. You must come to a complete stop.”
12. According to the handbook, what shape is the sign that marks the beginning of a no passing zone?
Answer: Pennant. The handbook identifies the pennant shape as the marker for the beginning of a no passing zone.
Arizona driver handbook, page 41: “Pennant This sign marks the beginning of a no passing zone.”
13. In the event of a minor, non-injury crash, what is the required action for a driver whose vehicle is operable?
Answer: Remove the vehicle from the main traveled portions of the roadway. The handbook states that drivers must move operable vehicles out of travel lanes in minor crashes to ensure safety and clear traffic.
Arizona driver handbook, page 71: “State law requires a driver involved in a minor crash without injuries to remove a vehicle from the roadway if it is operable and can be moved safely.”
14. What is the minimum distance you must maintain from a crosswalk when parking at an intersection?
Answer: 20 feet. The handbook lists prohibited parking locations, specifically stating that parking is illegal within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.
Arizona driver handbook, page 31: “On a crosswalk or within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.”
15. How should a driver adjust their following distance when driving on slippery roads?
Answer: Double the following distance to 6 seconds or more. The manual specifies doubling the standard distance to at least 6 seconds to account for reduced traction on slippery surfaces.
Arizona driver handbook, page 53: “When driving on slippery roads, you should double your following distance to 6 seconds or more to allow for the extra distance needed to adjust your speed or to stop.”
16. When dealing with an overheating engine, when should you add water to the radiator?
Answer: Only after the engine has cooled. The manual specifies waiting until the engine cools to avoid steam burns, stating not to add water while hot.
Arizona driver handbook, page 68: “Add water only after the engine has cooled. Never attempt to add water while the engine is hot!”
17. What is the recommended minimum clearance distance between your vehicle and a bicycle when sharing a lane?
Answer: At least 3 feet. The handbook specifies a minimum of 3 feet of clearance for bicycles, making other distances incorrect based on the handbook.
Arizona driver handbook, page 25: “When sharing a lane with a bicycle, allow at least 3 feet of clearance between you and the bicycle.”
18. When encountering a dust storm, when should a driver begin to pull off the roadway?
Answer: Immediately, before visibility becomes poor. Drivers are instructed to pull aside immediately upon encountering a dust storm rather than waiting for visibility to worsen.
Arizona driver handbook, page 55: “Do not wait until poor visibility makes it difficult to safely pull off the roadway – do it as soon as possible.”
19. What is the minimum distance a driver must maintain behind a police vehicle responding to an emergency?
Answer: 300 feet. The handbook specifies that drivers must keep at least 300 feet behind a police vehicle, distinguishing it from the 500-foot requirement for fire department vehicles.
Arizona driver handbook, page 38: “maintain a distance of at least 500 feet behind a fire department vehicle responding to an emergency and at least 300 feet behind a police vehicle responding to an emergency.”
20. What is the stated average time for a driver to perceive a threat and begin reacting to it?
Answer: 1.5 seconds. The handbook defines the combined perception and reaction time as averaging 1.5 seconds.
Arizona driver handbook, page 53: “It takes an average of 1.5 seconds for a person to perceive a threat in the roadway and react to that threat.”