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Question 1
Your Alabama license has been expired for more than how long before you must retake the full driver exam?
Six months
Three years
Ten years
One year after the 60-day grace
Correct answer: Three years
Applicants never licensed in Alabama, or whose Alabama license expired over three years ago, must pass the driver examination.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β License Requirements
Question 2
A new Alabama resident with a valid license from their previous state may drive without an Alabama license for how long?
90 days in any calendar year
30 days
60 days
One year
Correct answer: 30 days
A non-resident with a valid license from the state of previous residence may drive without an Alabama license for 30 days after becoming a resident.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β License Requirements
Question 3
What is the minimum age to receive a regular Alabama driver license?
18
16
17, after six months on a permit
15
Correct answer: 16
An Alabama driver license shall not be issued to persons under 16; the minimum driving age is 16.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β License Requirements
Question 4
What must Alabama applicants under 19 present to show school compliance?
A report card with a B average
A letter from a coach
A driver education certificate only
A Student Enrollment/Exclusion Form (DL-1-93)
Correct answer: A Student Enrollment/Exclusion Form (DL-1-93)
All applicants under 19 must present a current Student Enrollment/Exclusion Form (DL-1-93), signed by authorized school personnel.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β License Requirements
Question 5
Which document is required for all 15-year-old applicants in Alabama?
A Social Security statement from the IRS
A utility bill
A certified U.S. birth certificate
A parent's tax return
Correct answer: A certified U.S. birth certificate
A certified U.S. birth certificate is required for all 15-year-old applicants.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β License Requirements
Question 6
In which of these languages is the Alabama written exam available?
Spanish
Polish
Portuguese only on request by mail
Italian
Correct answer: Spanish
Written exams are offered in Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Thai and Vietnamese.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β License Requirements
Question 7
At what age can you get a motor driven cycle license in Alabama?
12
16, with a learner license
14
18
Correct answer: 14
Persons 14 or 15 may get a Class M license with a B restriction for a motor driven cycle (up to 150cc, 200 lbs).
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β The Learner License and Restricted License
Question 8
What is the minimum age for an Alabama vessel (boat) license?
10
16, the same as a car license
14
12
Correct answer: 12
Any person 12 or older may obtain a vessel license after passing the vessel exam or completing an approved course.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β The Learner License and Restricted License
Question 9
What is the fee for each Alabama knowledge test?
Free
$10.00
$25.00, checks accepted
$5.00
Correct answer: $5.00
Each knowledge test costs $5.00, and no checks are accepted.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β Knowledge Test
Question 10
Who must accompany a 16-year-old to the Alabama road test?
A school official
Any adult with a license and insurance
A parent or guardian
A driving instructor
Correct answer: A parent or guardian
A 16-year-old applicant must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β The Road Test
Question 11
When may a rental car be used for the Alabama road test?
If you are listed on the rental agreement
Never
Only with a driving school
Any time, if a parent rented it for you
Correct answer: If you are listed on the rental agreement
A rental vehicle may be used only if the applicant's name appears on the rental agreement as an additional driver.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β The Road Test
Question 12
How long after issue does an Alabama driver license expire?
Eight years
Five years, on your birthday
Two years
Four years
Correct answer: Four years
Your license expires four years after it is issued.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β Renewing Your License
Question 13
How early can you renew an Alabama license before it expires?
Within 180 days
Up to one year, only online
Within 30 days
Only after it expires
Correct answer: Within 180 days
The license may be renewed any time within 180 days before expiration.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β Renewing Your License
Question 14
What grace period does Alabama law give after a license expires?
None
30 days
Six months, with a late fee
60 days
Correct answer: 60 days
Alabama provides a 60-day grace period after expiration during which the license remains valid.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β Renewing Your License
Question 15
Within what period after expiration can an Alabama license be renewed without an exam?
Five years if you have a clean record
Three years
90 days
One year
Correct answer: Three years
A license may be renewed without examination within three years after expiration, though you can't legally drive on an expired license.
Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive β Renewing Your License
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