Arizona Permit Test: Safe Driving Practice Questions

Correct answer: 3–6 seconds

Use the 3-6 second rule: at least 3 seconds in most situations, and more at higher speeds or in poor conditions.

Source: Section 2: Safe Driving Practices – Positioning Vehicle

Correct answer: 6 seconds or more

On slippery roads, double your following distance to 6 seconds or more.

Source: Section 5: Actively Avoiding Crashes – Braking and Stopping

Correct answer: Following too closely

Most rear-end crashes are caused by following too closely, which leaves no time to stop.

Source: Section 2: Safe Driving Practices – Positioning Vehicle

Correct answer: Gradually slow and add space ahead of you

Gradually slow down and increase the cushion ahead so you can brake gently; move to another lane when safe to let them pass.

Source: Section 2: Safe Driving Practices – Positioning Vehicle

Correct answer: About one city block

Keep your eyes moving and look ahead about one city block so you can spot hazards early.

Source: Section 2: Safe Driving Practices – Scanning

Correct answer: Hands-free or voice-to-text only

Arizona prohibits holding or supporting a wireless device while driving, texting, and watching or recording video; hands-free and voice-to-text use is allowed.

Source: Section 2: Safe Driving Practices – Distractions

Correct answer: Only to report an emergency

A handheld wireless device may be used while driving only to report an emergency.

Source: Section 2: Safe Driving Practices – Distractions

Correct answer: All passengers under 16

Front-seat occupants must wear belts, and the driver must require all passengers under 16 to buckle up.

Source: Section 1: Before You Drive – Arizona's Safety Belt Law

Correct answer: A child restraint system

Children under 5 must be in a child restraint, and children 5 to 8 must stay in one until they are at least 4 feet 9 inches tall.

Source: Section 1: Before You Drive – Child Car Seat Safety Information

Correct answer: Air bags are unsafe for them

Air bags can seriously injure children under 12, so they should ride in back; if one must ride in front, turn off the passenger air bag.

Source: Section 1: Before You Drive – Child Car Seat Safety Information

Correct answer: Against the back of your head, lined up with the middle of your ear

Position it against the back of your head and in line with the middle of your ear to reduce whiplash in rear-end crashes.

Source: Section 1: Before You Drive – Head Restraints

Correct answer: 200 feet

A working horn that can be heard for 200 feet is required.

Source: Section 1: Before You Drive – Required Equipment for Motor Vehicles

Correct answer: Whenever your vehicle is stopped on the roadway or shoulder

Emergency flashers should be on whenever your vehicle is stopped on the roadway or the shoulder.

Source: Section 1: Before You Drive – Required Equipment for Motor Vehicles

Correct answer: Emergency vehicles, school buses and snow removal equipment

Flashing red front lights are prohibited, even on disabled vehicles, except on authorized emergency vehicles, school buses and snow removal equipment.

Source: Section 1: Before You Drive – Required Equipment for Motor Vehicles

Correct answer: From sunset to sunrise

Headlights are required from sunset to sunrise; turn them on as soon as the light begins to fade.

Source: Section 5: Actively Avoiding Crashes – Headlight Use – Night Driving