Arkansas DMV practice test 4

1. Under the Child Passenger Protection Act, what are the specific criteria for a child to be restrained in a child passenger safety seat?

1. Less than six years of age and weighing less than sixty pounds
2. Less than eight years of age and weighing less than eighty pounds
3. Less than ten years of age and weighing less than one hundred pounds
4. Less than twelve years of age and weighing less than one hundred twenty pounds

2. What should you do if your view of a cross street is blocked while stopped at an intersection?

1. Wait until the other driver waves you through.
2. Ease forward until you can see approaching traffic.
3. Honk your horn to alert other drivers.
4. Turn on your hazard lights and wait.

3. What is the recommended action when driving on packed snow?

1. Cut your speed in half
2. Reduce your speed to 10 mph
3. Maintain the posted speed limit
4. Slow to a coast

4. When approaching a stopped law enforcement vehicle with emergency lights turned on on a multilane highway, what action does Arkansas law require?

1. Move over to the farthest lane away from the stopped vehicle whenever possible.
2. Stop immediately behind the vehicle to wait for instructions.
3. Change lanes only if there is no other traffic nearby.
4. Maintain your current lane and speed to avoid disrupting traffic flow.

5. What is the recommended method for checking blind spots while driving?

1. Glance over the shoulder in the direction in which the vehicle is moving
2. Rely solely on the side-view mirrors
3. Adjust the rearview mirror to cover blind spots
4. Use the passenger side mirror to check the driver's side

6. What action should you take if you are being followed too closely on a multi-lane roadway?

1. Maintain your current speed and lane position to avoid confusing other drivers.
2. Move into the lane to the right when it is clear.
3. Stop immediately to allow the driver behind you to pass.
4. Increase your speed to create more distance from the vehicle behind you.

7. Why should a driver not turn solely because an approaching vehicle has its turn signal on?

1. Because the signal might be left on from a previous turn or intended for a different street.
2. Because turn signals are unreliable on all vehicle types.
3. Because the driver of the approaching vehicle is legally required to yield.
4. Because the signal indicates the vehicle is stopping completely.

8. How is a stop sign described in terms of shape and color?

1. Yellow diamond shape with black letters
2. Red octagon shape with white letters
3. White rectangle shape with black letters
4. Blue circle shape with white letters

9. What should you do if your vehicle begins to hydroplane and lose traction?

1. Slowly take your foot off the gas pedal.
2. Turn the steering wheel sharply to correct the slide.
3. Brake hard to stop the vehicle immediately.
4. Accelerate to regain momentum.

10. What action should a driver take if they miss their turn or exit while driving?

1. Back up in the travel lane to reach the exit.
2. Stop immediately in the lane and wait for the next opportunity.
3. Proceed to a safe turnaround area.
4. Cross the solid double yellow line to return to the correct lane.

11. How should a driver handle a pedestrian carrying a white cane or using a guide dog?

1. Give them absolute right-of-way
2. Honk to alert them of your presence
3. Yield only if they are already in the crosswalk
4. Wait for them to signal before proceeding

12. How should a driver position their head to adjust the passenger's side-view mirror?

1. Position your head so that it is just above the center console
2. Place your head against the left side window
3. Lean back against the headrest
4. Move your head to the far right side

13. According to the handbook, what is the correct procedure when determining if you are following too close using the two-second rule?

1. Count 'one-thousand-one, one-thousand-two' after the front bumper of the vehicle ahead passes a stationary point.
2. Count 'one-thousand-one, one-thousand-two' after the rear of the vehicle ahead passes a stationary point.
3. Count to two seconds after you pass a stationary point, regardless of the vehicle ahead.
4. Count 'one-two-three' after the rear of the vehicle ahead passes a stationary point.

14. Which lighting configuration is recommended when driving in fog, snow, or heavy rain?

1. High-beam headlights to cut through the weather.
2. Parking lights only to save energy.
3. Low-beam headlights.
4. No lights if visibility is above 100 feet.

15. When is it permissible to turn right on a red light?

1. Immediately upon stopping, regardless of signs.
2. After making a complete stop, unless there is a sign prohibiting 'right on red'.
3. Only when there is no other traffic visible in any direction.
4. After waiting for the light to turn green for one second.

16. If visibility is reduced to 200 feet ahead due to rain or fog, what is the maximum recommended speed?

1. 50 mph
2. 40 mph
3. 30 mph
4. 25 mph

17. How should the lower portion of the seat belt be positioned?

1. Across the upper thighs
2. Across the abdominal region
3. Around the waist loosely
4. Behind the lower back

18. According to the handbook, what is the best way to prevent hydroplaning when driving on a wet roadway?

1. Keep your speed down.
2. Increase speed to break through the water layer.
3. Use worn tires for better grip.
4. Stop immediately when rain begins.

19. What is the maximum fine a driver can receive for violating the 'Move Over' law regarding stopped law enforcement vehicles?

1. $500
2. $250
3. $100
4. $1,000

20. When correcting a skid, what should you do as soon as the vehicle begins to straighten out?

1. Keep the steering wheel in the same position.
2. Turn the steering wheel back the other way.
3. Apply the brakes firmly to stop the vehicle.
4. Accelerate to regain momentum.