Arkansas Permit Practice Test — Written Test, Free to Start

Free 10-question Arkansas permit practice test, then 25-question practice tests, each question cited to the Arkansas Driver License Study Guide.

The exam

This practice test is 25 questions, and 20 correct is a pass. Everything on it comes out of Arkansas Driver License Study Guide. Officially it is the knowledge test; most people call it the written test, or the permit test.

Arkansas does not publish how many questions its knowledge test asks. This practice test asks 25, and passes at the 80% set by Arkansas’s own rules (Arkansas State Police audio testing instructions).

How this works

Most practice tests hand you a bank of questions and leave the manual somewhere else. This one puts them together.

You read one law and the reason behind it, then answer a question on that law while it is still fresh. Get it right and you move on; get it wrong and you have found the gap while it is cheap to fix, not on the morning of the exam.

Learning one rule at a time, and proving it immediately, is what turns a manual you skimmed into something you actually know — and it makes studying feel like getting somewhere rather than like waiting to find out.

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What Arkansas tests

174 concepts, 507 separate rules. Each one is a page of its own.

Questions from the Arkansas test

An officer signals you to stop. Where should you pull over?

To the right side of the road. The signal tells the officer you have seen them and are looking for a safe place, and the right side keeps you out of the flow of traffic. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.3: “Pull over to the right side of the road – activate your turn signal to indicate to the officer that you are seeking a safe place to stop.”

Where should your hands be as an officer walks up to your car?

At the top of the steering wheel. An officer walking up to a car cannot see well inside it; hands in plain view show you are not holding anything dangerous. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.3: “Ensure that both hands are visible to the officer as he or she approaches (ex: always place your hands at the top of the steering wheel) during the stop.”

What should an Arkansas officer tell you when they come to your car during a stop?

Their name, agency and reason for the stop. Knowing who stopped you and why lets you check the stop is real and answer the officer's questions calmly. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.3: “The officer should introduce himself or herself by name, the agency he or she represents, and tell you the reason for the stop (A.C.A. § 12-12-1403).”

There is a hunting rifle in your car when an officer stops you. What should you do?

Tell the officer it is there, its type and where. An officer who learns of a weapon from you, rather than by surprise, can keep everyone calm and safe. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.4: “Be sure to inform the officer if there is a weapon in the vehicle, the type of weapon, and the location.”

An officer walks up to your car's passenger-side window. What does the Arkansas guide say about this?

It is normal; they may use either side. The officer picks the safest way to walk up, so which window they come to says nothing bad about you. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.4: “The officer may approach the driver’s side or the passenger side of the vehicle. Do not be alarmed.”

You want to fight a ticket an officer gave you. What should you do?

Contact the court listed on the citation. The court is where a ticket is decided, and an argument beside live traffic only makes the stop longer and riskier. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.4: “If you wish to contest a citation, you should contact the court listed on the citation.”

You see an officer stopped with another driver on the shoulder. What should you do?

Stay away from the officer. An officer at a stop is watching the car ahead, and a stranger walking up from behind is a surprise that can turn dangerous. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.4: “If you observe a traffic stop that does not involve you, do not approach the officer.”

How long after becoming an Arkansas resident do you have to get an Arkansas driver's license?

30 days. A new resident's license should match where they live, so Arkansas's records and rules of the road apply to them. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.2: “Within thirty (30) calendar days of becoming a resident, any person who is a resident of this state shall obtain an Arkansas driver’s license in order to drive upon the streets and highways of this state.”

Who may keep driving in Arkansas on a valid license from another state?

An active-duty member of the Armed Forces. Service members are moved around by orders, not by choice, so the state lets their home license keep working while they serve here. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.2: “The following individuals can drive on Arkansas streets and roadways, provided they have a valid license from another state, and are at least 16 years old.”

Applicants younger than what age need a parent or legal guardian's consent for an Arkansas driver's license?

Younger than 18. A parent who signs off knows their teen is driving and shares the duty of making sure they are ready. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.2: “You have a parent or legal guardian to consent, if you are under the age of 18.”

A permit or Class D holder may drive a four-wheel vehicle whose gross vehicle weight rating is under what figure?

26,001 pounds. Heavier trucks need skills a new driver has not been tested on, so they call for a commercial license. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.3: “Instruction Permits (except Motorcycle), Learner’s Licenses, Intermediate Licenses, and Class D Licenses may operate an automobile or other four-wheel vehicle with a gross weight rating (GVWR) under 26,001 pounds.”

What is the youngest age at which you may apply for an Arkansas instruction permit?

14 years old. Starting young gives a new driver years of supervised practice before they ever drive alone. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.3: “To apply for an Instruction Permit, the applicant must be at least 14 years old.”

Between what ages is an Arkansas learner's license issued?

14 and 16. The youngest drivers get a restricted license so they keep building skill with supervision before driving alone. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.3: “This is a restricted license issued to people between the ages of 14 and 16.”

Between what ages is an Arkansas intermediate license issued?

16 and 18. Teen drivers crash more while they are new, so their first years alone come with limits that lift as they gain experience. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.3: “This license is a restricted license issued to people between the ages of 16 and 18.”

Driving without a qualifying supervising driver in the front seat, how many unrelated minor passengers may an Arkansas intermediate license holder carry?

No more than 1. Each extra teen in the car is another distraction for a new driver, and distraction is what causes many young drivers' crashes. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.4: “A driver with an Intermediate License shall not operate a motor vehicle with more than one (1) unrelated minor passenger unless accompanied by a licensed driver who is 21 or older AND occupies the front seat of the vehicle.”

At what age can you be issued a non-restricted Arkansas Class D license?

18 or older. By that age a driver has come through the permit and intermediate steps, and the training limits are lifted. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.4: “This is a non-restricted license issued to people who are 18 or older.”

What minimum uncorrected visual acuity does Arkansas require for an unrestricted license?

20/40. A driver has to read signs and spot hazards far enough ahead to react, and that takes clear sight. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.5: “A minimum uncorrected visual acuity of 20/40 is required for an unrestricted license, or a minimum corrected visual acuity of 20/70 is required for a restricted license (must wear glasses or contact lenses when driving).”

What field of vision must an Arkansas license applicant with two functional eyes have?

140 degrees. Side vision is how you notice a car, a child or a bike coming at you from the edge of the road. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.5: “Also, your field of vision must be 140º for a person with two functional eyes or 105º for a person with one functional eye.”

How long is an Arkansas vision test valid from the date it was given?

1 year. Eyesight can change, so an old result cannot be trusted to show how well you see today. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.5: “A vision test and a vision referral form (ASP-90) will be valid for one year from the date the test was administered.”

Under Arkansas's seat belt law, who must wear a safety belt?

The driver and front-seat passenger. In a crash an unbelted person is thrown into the windshield, the dash or out of the car, and the belt is what holds them in place. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.9: “Arkansas law makes it illegal to drive or to be a front-seat passenger, without wearing a safety belt.”

Which children must ride in a child passenger safety seat in Arkansas?

Under 6 years old and under 60 pounds. An adult belt does not fit a small child and can hurt them in a crash, while a secured child seat holds them safely. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.9: “A child who is less than six (6) years of age and who weighs less than sixty (60) pounds shall be restrained in a child passenger safety seat properly secured to the vehicle.”

Arkansas forbids smoking tobacco in a vehicle carrying a passenger younger than what age?

Younger than 14. Smoke in a closed car builds up fast, and a child in the back seat cannot get away from it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.9: “A person shall not knowingly smoke tobacco in any motor vehicle in which a child who is less than fourteen (14) years of age is a passenger.”

What is the most a first-time littering conviction can be fined in Arkansas?

Up to $1,000. Roadside litter is a danger to drivers as well as an eyesore, and cleaning it up costs everyone. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.10: “Upon conviction, first offenders are subject to a fine of up to $1,000 and not more than eight hours of community service.”

What does the Arkansas guide say about leaving a child or pet alone in a parked car?

Never leave them unattended in the car. A closed car heats up far faster than people expect, and a child or pet inside cannot get out or cool down. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.10: “Never leave children and pets unattended in a vehicle.”

What should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches with its siren on and lights flashing?

Pull over to the right edge of the road. Moving right leaves the middle of the road open, so the ambulance or fire truck gets through without weaving around you. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.11: “Drivers should pull over to the right edge of the road, or near to the right as possible.”

On a multilane highway, you come up on a stopped police car with its lights on. What does Arkansas law require?

Move to the lane farthest from it, if possible. Officers stand beside the traffic they stopped, and a car passing in the next lane can strike them or the driver they are talking to. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.11: “Arkansas law requires any motor vehicle on a multilane highway to move over, whenever possible, to the farthest lane away from any stopped law enforcement vehicle with its lights turned on.”

How long must you stay stopped behind a school bus that has stopped with its red lights flashing?

Until its red lights are turned off. Children may still be crossing after they leave the bus, and the lights stay on until the bus driver knows they are clear. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.12: “When approaching a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing, a driver is required to make a complete stop until the lights are turned off.”

What is the smallest fine for illegally passing a stopped school bus in Arkansas?

$250. Passing a loading bus is how children get hit, so the law sets a high floor on the fine. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.13: “Drivers passing a stopped school bus with red lights flashing will be charged with a Misdemeanor and upon conviction, fined a minimum of $250, not to exceed $1,000, up to ninety (90) days in jail, and/or both.”

What must you have to park in an accessible parking space in Arkansas?

A disability plate or hang tag. Those spaces sit close to the door and are wider, and people who cannot walk far depend on finding them empty. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.14: “In order to park in an accessible parking space, you must have either the appropriate license plate with the international symbol or the designated hang tag often referred to as a “Special Certificate.””

Under Arkansas law, what is illegally using another person's special certificate?

Fraud, a Class A misdemeanor. Each borrowed tag takes a space from someone who truly needs to park close to the door. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.14: “Anyone who illegally uses another person’s special certificate has committed fraud and could be found guilty of a Class A misdemeanor according to Arkansas Code§27-15-305.”

Besides police cars, which stopped vehicles with lights on does Arkansas's move-over law cover?

Tow trucks and utility vehicles. Tow and utility crews also work a few feet from fast traffic, and they face the same danger as an officer. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.15: “Arkansas law requires any motor vehicle on a multilane highway to move over, whenever possible, to the farthest lane away from any stopped law enforcement vehicle (i.e., enforcement vehicle, Arkansas DOT, utility vehicle, or a towing vehicle) with its lights turned on.”

In a work zone where no reduced speed limit is posted, what speed limit applies?

The normally posted speed limit. Drivers need one clear rule to follow, so a lower limit applies only where the crew has posted one. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.17: “If there are no reduced speed limits posted, drivers should obey the normally posted speed limit.”

What is a standard work zone?

A site that may stay in one place for months or years. A long-term site can shift its lanes as the work moves along, so you cannot drive through it from memory. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.17: “A standard Work Zone generally identifies a construction site that may exist in one location for months or years,”

What background colors may Arkansas work zone signs have?

Orange, white or black. Work zone signs look different from everyday ones so you notice that the road ahead has changed. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.18: “They may be diamond or rectangular shaped, and the background may be orange, white or black with white or black letters or symbols.”

When workers are present, what happens to the fine for a moving violation in an Arkansas work zone?

It is doubled. Workers stand just feet from passing cars, so the law makes mistakes there cost more to push drivers to slow down. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.19: “If a driver receives a citation for any moving traffic violation in a Work Zone, they will pay double the fine.”

When you see a lane closure ahead in a work zone, when should you change to the correct lane?

As soon as safe, ideally a mile or more ahead. Merging early spreads drivers out calmly instead of forcing everyone to squeeze in at the last cone. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.20: “If you see lane closures ahead, change to the correct lane as soon as it's safe to do so, ideally a mile or more before the closure.”

If you cannot safely move out of the lane next to a stopped vehicle with flashing lights, what should you do?

Slow to a safe speed for conditions. Slowing gives you time to react if someone steps out from behind the vehicle, and it makes any hit far less deadly. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.21: “If moving over is unsafe or impossible, reduce your speed to a safe level for conditions or a legally mandated speed.”

A flagger signals you to stop, but the traffic signal just past the work zone is green. What do you do?

Obey the flagger and stop. The flagger can see workers and machines the signal knows nothing about, so the flagger's call is the safe one. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.22: “Their instructions overrule any other traffic signals or devices.”

Besides signals, signs and pavement markings, which of these is a traffic control you must obey?

A school crossing guard. A person directing traffic can see a crash, a crowd of children or a blocked lane that a light or sign knows nothing about. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.23: “Other traffic controls could be law enforcement, highway personnel, or school crossing guards.”

After stopping at a red light, when may you go straight ahead?

Once the light turns green and it is safe. Cross traffic has the green while you wait, and going early puts you in the side of a car moving at full speed. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.23: “A red light means the driver must stop. The driver cannot proceed until the light turns green and it is safe to go.”

How must you treat a flashing red signal light?

The same as a stop sign. A flashing red often guards a dangerous crossing, and rolling through it means meeting cross traffic you never checked for. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.24: “A flashing red light is the same as a stop sign. A driver must come to a complete stop, and then proceed only when it is safe.”

What does a steady red arrow on a traffic light mean?

You may not turn that way. Traffic is crossing your turn path on its own green, and turning into it causes a side-impact crash. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.24: “A red arrow on a traffic light means you may not turn in the direction of the arrow.”

What must you do before turning right on a red light?

Make a complete stop and check for traffic. Cross traffic has the green, and a rolling right turn pulls you into a lane where cars arrive at full speed. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.25: “When approaching an intersection with a red light and the driver intends to turn right, a complete stop and a check for opposing traffic must be made before turning right.”

What must you do at this sign?

Come to a complete stop. Cross traffic is not expecting you to enter, and only a full stop gives you time to see who is coming. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.25: “A stop sign means a driver must come to a complete stop.”

What does this sign tell you about the road ahead?

The minimum and maximum speed allowed. Traffic far faster or far slower than everyone else forces sudden braking and passing, which is how many crashes start. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.25: “A speed limit sign indicates the minimum and maximum speed allowed for a particular section of highway or street.”

What is the speed limit on an Arkansas county road where the county judge has set no limit?

40 mph. County roads are often narrow, unlit and full of driveways, so a default limit stops drivers treating an unposted road as open highway. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.26: “If a county judge has not established a speed limit on a county road within the jurisdictional boundaries of his or her county, then the speed limit shall be forty miles per hour (40 m.p.h.) on the county road.”

What does this sign mean?

You may not go in this way. This sign usually guards a road or ramp that runs the other way, and entering it can mean meeting traffic head-on. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.26: “The do not enter sign is typically a red circle with a line running across or diagonal line through it, meaning something is not allowed.”

What does this warning sign tell you is ahead?

An intersection ahead. Cars can enter from either side at a crossroad, and knowing it is coming gives you time to ease off and look. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.27: “These signs warn a driver to slow down and be prepared to stop, if necessary, or provide information about a special situation or a hazard that may be along the road ahead.”

What does this sign tell you to do?

Slow down, look and listen for a train. A train cannot stop or swerve for you, so the time to start watching for one is before you reach the tracks. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.28: “The Advance Warning sign tells you to slow down, look and listen for the train, and be prepared to stop at the tracks if a train is coming.”

How many sides does a stop sign have?

8 sides. Its shape is unique, so a driver can recognize a stop sign from behind, in the dark, or when snow covers the word. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.25: “A stop sign is red with white letters and has eight (8) sides or octagon shaped.”

What does a reflective orange triangle bordered with red on a vehicle warn you?

It moves slower than normal traffic. You close on a slow tractor or buggy far faster than it looks, and the emblem tells you to slow before you reach it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.26: “A reflective orange triangle bordered with red warns other road users that the vehicle is traveling slower than the normal speed of traffic.”

Up to what fine can an Arkansas driver receive for failing to yield?

$1000. Failing to yield is how many side-impact crashes happen, and a heavy penalty makes drivers take the rule seriously. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.26: “A driver who fails to yield could receive a fine of up to $1000 and suspension of their driver’s license for 180 days.”

Traffic is backed up just past a railroad crossing. When should you start across the tracks?

Only when there is room on the far side. If traffic stops while you are halfway over, your car is left sitting on the tracks with nowhere to go. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.28: “Drivers should never attempt to beat an oncoming train or attempt to cross the tracks without enough room on the opposite side of the tracks.”

The crossing lights keep flashing but you see no train. What should you do?

Stay stopped and do not cross. A train can be hidden by a curve or a building, and the lights know it is coming before you can see it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.29: “When the red lights are flashing, a train is present. Even if the red lights continue to flash and no train appears, do not cross.”

What is the Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign at a railroad crossing for?

Reaching the railroad in an emergency. A car stuck on the tracks or a broken gate can be reported in time to stop a train only if you can reach the railroad. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.29: “The purpose of the ENS sign is to provide the public with critical emergency contact information at every highway-rail grade crossing.”

What does an EXEMPT sign at a railroad crossing mean?

The crossing is abandoned or not in use. Knowing a line is out of use keeps drivers from stopping hard on the road where the car behind does not expect it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.29: “An EXEMPT sign means that the crossing has been abandoned or its use discontinued.”

What does the number on a sign beneath a cross buck tell you?

How many tracks are present. One train can hide a second on the next track, and the number tells you how many you must check. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.30: “When there is more than one set of tracks at a crossing, there is a sign beneath the cross buck with a number indicating how many tracks are present.”

Traffic slows as you near a railroad crossing. Where must you never stop?

On the railroad tracks. A train cannot stop in time for a car on the rails, so even a short wait there can be fatal. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.30: “Never Park or stop on railroad tracks.”

What does the solid white fog line along the side of a roadway tell a driver?

Where the road's outer edge is. At night or in rain the road's edge can vanish, and the line keeps you from drifting off into a ditch. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.31: “A solid white line along the side of the roadway that tells the driver where the outer edge is located.”

What does a solid double yellow line in the center of the road mean for passing?

Passing is prohibited in either direction. Double yellow lines are painted where you cannot see far enough ahead to pass, so crossing them risks a head-on crash. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.31: “The double yellow line in the center of the roadway means passing is prohibited for vehicles traveling in either direction.”

Which use of a shared center left-turn lane is not permitted in Arkansas?

Using it as an acceleration lane. A car speeding up in the center lane can meet another driver turning left from the other direction. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.32: “In Arkansas, it is permissible for a vehicle making a left turn from an intersecting street or driveway to utilize a center turn lane as part of the maneuver to gain access or merge into traffic lanes, except it is not permissible to use the center left turn lane as an acceleration lane.”

You miss your exit on a highway. What should you do?

Go on to a safe turnaround area. Drivers behind you expect you to move forward, and a car backing toward them is one they cannot stop for in time. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.32: “If you miss your turn or exit, do not back up; proceed to a safe turnaround area.”

On a multi-lane road, what is the leftmost lane intended for?

Passing slower vehicles. When slow cars stay right, faster drivers can pass in one place instead of weaving between lanes. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.32: “On multi-lane roads, the leftmost lane is intended to be used to pass slower vehicles.”

With no signs or lane markings to guide a turn, which lane should you turn into?

The lane closest to your direction of travel. Turning into the nearest lane keeps your path short and predictable, so other drivers know where you will end up. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.33: “When there are no signs or lane markings to control turning, a driver should turn into the lane closest to the direction of travel.”

At a crosswalk, which pedestrians must you yield to?

Those in it or about to enter it. A person on foot has no protection at all, so a driver has to stop before they are in the car's path. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.34: “A driver must yield to pedestrians in or about to enter a crosswalk.”

Approaching a stop sign with a stop line painted on the road, where must you stop?

Before your vehicle reaches the line. The line is placed where you can see cross traffic and where people in the crosswalk stay clear of your bumper. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.34: “Make a complete stop before the vehicle reaches the line.”

You have the right-of-way, and a pedestrian steps into your path. What must you do?

Everything possible to avoid striking them. Being in the right does not undo a crash, so the law asks every driver to avoid one even when the other person is wrong. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.35: “As a driver, you must do everything possible to prevent striking a pedestrian or another vehicle, regardless of the circumstance.”

When you turn left at an intersection, which drivers must you yield to?

Oncoming cars going straight ahead. A left turn cuts across the path of oncoming traffic, so the turning driver is the one who has to wait. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.35: “Drivers turning left must yield to oncoming cars traveling straight ahead.”

At an intersection with no stop sign or traffic signal, which vehicles must you yield to?

Vehicles approaching from the right. With no sign to decide who goes, one simple rule keeps two drivers from entering the same space together. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.39: “At an intersection where there is no stop sign or traffic signal, drivers must yield to vehicles approaching from the right.”

Pulling onto a road from a driveway or alley, which vehicles must you yield to?

Vehicles already on the main road. Traffic on the main road is moving at speed and does not expect to stop for a car pulling out. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.40: “Drivers entering a road from a driveway, alley or roadside must yield to vehicles already on the main road.”

You are passing a vehicle going your way, and it starts to slow down. Who must yield?

You, the driver who is passing. The car you are passing may be about to turn left or may see a hazard you cannot, so it is yours to stay clear of. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.40: “Drivers passing a vehicle traveling in the same direction must yield to the vehicle being passed, even if the vehicle is slowing or coming to a stop because the vehicle may be attempting to turn left or may be approaching a hazard the overtaking vehicle does not see.”

The manual says to park far enough from the road to avoid interfering with traffic. What else must the place be?

Visible to cars from either direction. A parked car that drivers cannot see in time becomes something to crash into. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.41: “You should always park your vehicle in a place that is (1) far enough from the street or highway to avoid interfering with traffic and (2) visible to cars approaching from either direction.”

When parking on a hill, which way does the manual say to turn your wheels?

Sharply away from traffic. If the brake slips, turned wheels steer the car away from the road instead of down it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.41: “When parking on a hill, turn the wheels sharply away from traffic to prevent the car from rolling into traffic.”

Within how many feet of a crosswalk at an intersection is parking prohibited in Arkansas?

20 feet. A car parked near the corner hides people stepping into the crosswalk from turning drivers. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.42: “Within twenty (20) feet of a crosswalk at an intersection”

What may colored curb markings tell you?

That parking there is restricted. Paint on a curb warns you before you park somewhere that blocks a hydrant, a loading area or an emergency lane. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.41: “Colored curb markings may indicate a restricted parking area.”

When does the Arkansas study guide say your safety belt should be fastened?

Before the engine is started. A crash can happen in the first few feet of a trip, even pulling out of a driveway, so the belt has to be on before the car moves. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.43: “Your safety belt should be fastened before the engine is started.”

How should you press the gas pedal when you accelerate?

Slowly and smoothly. A smooth start keeps the tires gripping the road and gives the drivers around you time to see what you are doing. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.44: “Acceleration (pressing the gas pedal) should be pressed slowly and smoothly.”

Where should your hands be placed on the steering wheel?

On opposite sides of the wheel. With a hand on each side you can turn without letting go, so you keep control if you must swerve. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.44: “Hands should be placed on opposite sides of the steering wheel.”

What does the study guide tell you to do to make sure you stay within the speed limit?

Check your speedometer often. Speed creeps up without you feeling it, especially on open roads, and only the gauge tells you the truth. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.44: “Check your speedometer often to ensure you are within the speed limit.”

According to the study guide, what does a sudden stop usually indicate?

A driver not paying attention. A driver who has to slam the brakes did not see the trouble coming, and the car behind may not stop in time. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.44: “Stopping suddenly is dangerous and indicates a driver who is not paying attention.”

Which of these counts as distracted driving under the study guide's definition?

Eating or drinking as you drive. Every second your mind or eyes are on something else is a second you cannot react to the road. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.45: “Distracted driving is any activity that diverts attention from driving, including talking or texting on your phone, eating and drinking, talking to people in your vehicle, fiddling with the stereo, entertainment, or navigation system — anything that takes your attention away from the task of safe driving.”

Which three types of distraction does texting or talking on a hand-held phone involve at the same time?

Visual, manual and cognitive. A phone pulls your eyes, your hands and your thoughts away together, which is why it is so dangerous. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.46: “Texting or talking on a hand-held cell phone involves three different types of distraction that occur at the same time:”

May an Arkansas driver under 18 use a hands-free device while driving?

No, hands-free use is not allowed. New drivers are still learning to handle the car, and even a hands-free call takes their mind off the road. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.46: “Under eighteen (18) years of age cell phone use is not allowed.”

Which Arkansas drivers may send text messages while driving?

No driver, at any age. Texting takes your eyes off the road for seconds at a time, which is just as deadly for an adult as for a teen. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.46: “27-51-1501 – No Texting Law”

What does the study guide name as the leading cause of car crashes?

Inattention. Most crashes are not bad luck; they happen because a driver was not watching when something changed. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.48: “The leading cause of car crashes is inattention.”

Which of these does the study guide count as an intersection?

A parking lot entrance. Cars can pull out of a driveway or a parking lot just as suddenly as from a cross street. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.48: “Intersections include cross streets, side streets, driveways, shopping centers, or parking lot entrances.”

What does checking your mirrors in heavy traffic let you see?

Cars coming too fast or following too close. Knowing what is behind you gives you time to react before a fast or close car becomes a rear-end crash. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.49: “By checking your mirrors, you will be able to see rear traffic approaching too fast and vehicles following too close, which will allow you more time to react.”

At least how far before a lane change should you turn on your signal?

100 feet. The signal warns the drivers around you before you move, so nobody is surprised into your path. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.49: “Turn on your signal at least 100 feet before the lane change.”

Where does the study guide tell you not to drive in relation to other vehicles?

Beside or slightly behind them. That is exactly where the other driver cannot see you, so they may change lanes right into you. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.50: “Do not drive on either side or slightly in the rear of other vehicles.”

What should you do before slowing down?

Check behind you. The driver behind expects you to keep moving, so slowing without warning, as at a driveway, invites a rear-end crash. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.50: “Drivers should check behind them before slowing down.”

When should you first check behind your vehicle before backing?

Before you get in. A small child behind a car is invisible from the driver's seat, and this check is the only way to find them. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.50: “Check behind your vehicle before you get in.”

When does Arkansas law require you to turn on your headlights in bad weather?

When windshield wipers are needed. In rain your car blends into the gray, and headlights let other drivers see you coming. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.51: “Arkansas law requires drivers to turn on their headlights when windshield wipers are needed.”

When does the study guide say to use your high beams?

When no vehicles are oncoming. High beams show you much more of the dark road, as long as they are not blinding anyone coming toward you. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.51: “Use your high beams whenever there are no oncoming vehicles.”

In which situation does the study guide say to sound your horn?

A cyclist seems to be moving into your lane. A short warning can stop someone stepping or riding into your path before you reach them. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.52: “A person on foot or on a bike appears to be moving into your lane of travel.”

What do your hazard lights warn other drivers of?

That your car is broken down. A stopped car on the roadside looks like a moving one at night, and flashers tell others to slow and steer clear. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.52: “The lights warn other drivers of an emergency, broken down vehicle, or that your car is parked on the side of the road.”

Besides turns and lane changes, when does the study guide say to use your turn signal?

Each time you merge or park. Merging and pulling in to park both cross another driver's path, so they need the same warning as a turn. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.53: “Turn signals should be used 100 feet before a lane change, a right turn, a left turn, and each time you merge into traffic or park.”

How does your speed affect the distance it takes to stop?

More speed, more distance. Extra speed adds stopping distance fast, so a gap that is safe at low speed can be far too short at high speed. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.54: “The faster your vehicle is going, the more distance it takes to slow or stop.”

When should you slow down for a curve?

Before you enter the curve. In a curve the tires are already working to turn the car, and braking there can make them lose grip. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.54: “Slow down before a curve, so you don’t have to brake in the curve.”

When should you begin decreasing your speed for rain, snow, or sleet?

At the first sign of it. These weather conditions can turn the road slick before it looks slick, and tires that cannot grip cannot stop the car. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.55: “Decrease your speed at the first sign of rain, snow, or sleet.”

On cold, wet days, why should you watch the shady spots along the road?

They freeze first and thaw last. Sun never reaches the shade, so ice can stay there long after the rest of the road looks clear. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.55: “These areas are the first to freeze and the last to thaw.”

On a wet road, up to about what speed do most tires keep good traction?

35 mph. Above that speed water builds up under the tires faster than the tread can push it away. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.55: “When it is raining, or the road is wet; most tires have good traction up to 35mph.”

What is the safest speed to drive in traffic?

The same speed as other vehicles. Cars moving together at one speed rarely meet, while a car going faster or slower keeps closing on others. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.56: “The safest speed to drive in traffic is the same speed as other vehicles.”

What is an entrance ramp on a high-speed road for?

Reaching the speed of other traffic. Entering at the speed of traffic lets you slip into a gap without forcing the drivers behind to brake. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.56: “Use the ramp to reach the speed of other vehicles before you pull onto the road.”

On a road with exit ramps, when should you begin slowing down to exit?

After you move onto the exit ramp. Slowing in the main lane surprises the drivers behind you, who are still moving at full speed. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.56: “If the road you are traveling has exit ramps, do not slow down until you have moved onto the exit ramp.”

Why should you give yourself time to change lanes or slow down as you approach slow-moving traffic?

Slowing suddenly can cause a crash. A driver who sees a slow vehicle late has to brake hard, and the car behind may not stop in time. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.57: “Slowing suddenly can cause a traffic accident.”

Why should you slow down in shopping centers, parking lots and downtown areas?

Cars stop, start and move every which way. With cars pulling in and out on every side, you have little room to dodge and little time to react. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.57: “These are busy areas with vehicles stopping and starting, and vehicles moving in different directions.”

At 40 mph, about how much total stopping distance can a car need?

124 feet. Most drivers guess a car stops far shorter than it does, and the gap they leave is too small. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.58: “At 40 mph, it can take about 124 feet total stopping distance.”

About how far ahead do your headlights let you see at night?

400 feet. Anything beyond the reach of your headlights is invisible until you are nearly on top of it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.58: “Your headlights let you see about 400 feet ahead.”

If rain or fog keeps you from seeing more than 200 feet ahead, what is the fastest you should drive?

30 mph. In fog a stopped car or a person can appear only a few car lengths away, and you must stop in that space. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.58: “If you cannot see more than 200 feet ahead because of rain or fog, you should not drive faster than 30 mph.”

To judge whether you are driving too fast for conditions, how many seconds does the sight-distance rule count to a fixed object ahead?

4 seconds. If you cannot see at least four seconds of road, you will not have time to react and stop for what appears. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.58: “To determine if you are driving too fast for the conditions, use the “Four Second Sight Distance Rule.””

What are speed limits based on?

Road design, vehicle types, location. A limit fits a road's curves, its traffic and its surroundings, which is why limits differ from road to road. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.58: “Speed limits are based on the design of the road, the type of vehicles used on the road, and the road location.”

What rule does the study guide give for checking whether you are following too close?

The 2-second rule. Rear-end crashes are very common, and most come from drivers following too close to stop in time. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.59: “Use the “two (2) second rule” to determine if you are following too close.”

If bad weather makes it hard for you to see, what should you do with your following distance?

Increase it. When you see the car ahead brake later than usual, you need more room to stop behind it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.59: “If bad weather makes it hard for you to see you should increase your following distance.”

If you are being followed too closely on a multi-lane road, what should you do?

Move into the right lane when clear. Moving over lets the close driver go by, instead of riding your bumper where any stop could cause a crash. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.59: “If you are being followed too closely on a multi-lane roadway, you should move into the lane to the right when it is clear.”

You want to parallel park with traffic behind you. After signaling and pulling next to the space, what should you do?

Let the traffic behind you pass first. Backing into a space with cars right behind you invites a crash with a driver who did not expect you to reverse. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.60: “If you want to parallel park and there is traffic from behind, turn on your signal, pull next to the space, and allow vehicles from behind to pass before parking.”

On a multi-lane road, what should you do if you find yourself driving next to another vehicle?

Move ahead or drop behind it. A driver beside you may crowd your lane or pull into it, and you would have nowhere to go. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.60: “Move ahead or drop behind the other vehicle.”

Driving between oncoming cars and parked cars, where does the split difference rule say to steer?

The middle course between them. Keeping equal room on both sides gives you space to react to either hazard. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.60: “For example: steer the middle course between oncoming and parked vehicles.”

When merging with other traffic, about how big a gap do you need?

4 seconds. A gap that size leaves room both ahead of you and behind you once you are in the lane. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.61: “When merging with other traffic, you need a gap of about four (4) seconds.”

When is it safe to stop halfway across a road you are crossing?

When a median is large enough for your car. A car stuck in a small median sticks out into the lanes of traffic coming at it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.61: “Stopping halfway across the road is safe when there is a median divider large enough for your vehicle to enter.”

What does the study guide say about passing several cars at once?

Pass only one vehicle at a time. Each extra car you try to pass adds seconds in the oncoming lane, and the gap you judged may not last. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.61: “As a rule, only pass one vehicle at a time.”

Within what distance of a hill or curve should you not pass?

1/3 of a mile. A car hidden behind a hill or curve can be on you before you can get back into your lane. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.62: “Always expect an oncoming car and never pass within a 1/3 mile of a curve or hill.”

Which of these is a dangerous place to pass because a vehicle may enter or cross the road?

A shopping center entrance. Drivers turning right into the lane you are using will not expect you there and may not look before they turn. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.62: “Such places include intersections, railroad crossings, and shopping center entrances.”

Which of these might make you lose your space for passing?

A pothole or patch of ice on the road. The car you are passing may swerve into your lane to avoid the hazard, leaving you no room. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.63: “Before you pass, look ahead for road conditions and traffic that could cause other vehicles to move into your lane.”

Which of these lets you drive in the left lane of an Arkansas multilane highway?

When preparing to exit on the left. A left exit can only be reached from the left lane, so the law makes room for it. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.63: “When a vehicle is preparing to exit the multilane highway on the left”

How far may a fully loaded tractor-trailer traveling at 55 mph need to come to a complete stop?

More than 335 feet. A truck cannot stop as short as a car, so a car that cuts in close in front of it leaves the truck nowhere to stop. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.64: “A fully loaded tractor-trailer traveling at 55 miles per hour may take more than 335 feet to come to a complete stop.”

When a vehicle turns, how does the path of its rear wheels compare with the path of its front wheels?

The rear wheels follow a shorter path. The back of a long truck cuts the corner, so a car waiting beside it on the inside of the turn can be hit by the trailer. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.64: “Any turning vehicle’s rear wheels follow a shorter path than the front wheels.”

How far in front of a tractor-trailer's cab can a car disappear from the truck driver's view?

Up to 20 feet. The driver sits high and cannot see the road just below the front bumper, so a car tucked in close ahead is invisible. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.65: “A car can disappear; up to 20 feet in front of the cab, on either side of the tractor-trailer (particularly alongside the cab), and up to 200 feet in the rear of the truck.”

How should you pass a tractor-trailer?

Completely, and on the left side. A car hanging beside a truck sits in its blind spot and blocks the driver from swerving if something appears in the road. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.66: “Always pass a tractor-trailer completely and on the left side.”

On Arkansas streets, what rights and responsibilities do bicycles have?

The same as other vehicles. Drivers who treat a cyclist as a real vehicle give it room and yield to it, instead of crowding it off the road. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.67: “Bicycles have the same rights and responsibilities on the streets as other vehicles and must share lanes of traffic.”

What is the most common cause of a collision between a car and a bicycle?

A driver turning across the bicycle's path. Drivers watch for cars when they turn and overlook the narrow bike, then cut straight across the rider. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.67: “The most common cause of a collision is a driver turning left in front of an oncoming bicycle or turning right, across the path of the bicycle.”

You are overtaking a bicycle on a two-lane road and a car is coming the other way. What should you do?

Slow down and let the car pass first. Squeezing between a bike and an oncoming car leaves no room if the rider wobbles, and someone is hit either way. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.67: “If you are overtaking a bicycle and an oncoming car is approaching, you should slow down and let the vehicle pass before you pass the bicycle.”

What does a red or orange pennant flag attached to a bicycle indicate?

The rider has impaired hearing. That rider may not hear your engine or horn, so you cannot count on them knowing you are there. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.68: “If you see a bicyclist with a red or orange pennant flag attached to the bike, slow down; this is a symbol to indicate the rider has impaired hearing.”

When may a driver park in a lane marked and signed for bicycle use only?

Never, at any time of day. A car stopped or turning in a bike lane forces riders out into fast traffic with no warning. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.68: “If the lane is marked and signed for bicycle use only, drivers must NEVER use that lane as a turning lane, passing lane or for parking.”

Compared with a car, how hard is it to estimate a motorcycle's distance and speed?

Harder than for a car. A motorcycle's small outline makes it look farther away and slower than it is, so drivers pull out when it is already close. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.69: “Estimating the distance and speed of a motorcycle is more difficult than estimating that of a car.”

What is the most common crash between cars and motorcycles?

A car turning left in front of a motorcycle. The turning driver is looking for cars, misses the small motorcycle and turns straight across its path. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.69: “The most common crash between cars and motorcycles is at an intersection when the driver of a car is making a left turn in front of a motorcycle (Failure to Yield Right of Way).”

Before turning at an intersection, what does the manual tell you to do about motorcycles?

Take a second look for a motorcycle. The first look often finds only cars, and a second look is what catches the small motorcycle you missed. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.69: “Be careful at intersections and always take a second look for a motorcycle before turning at an intersection, particularly when making left turns.”

How much following distance should you allow when following a motorcycle?

4 to 6 seconds. The slightest touch can throw a rider down, so the rider needs time to move or stop before you reach them. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.70: “Allow more following distance, at least four (4) to six (6) seconds, when following a motorcycle so the motorcyclist has enough time to maneuver or stop in an emergency.”

Because you cannot focus on things to your side, what does the manual tell you to do?

Use your side mirrors and glance aside. Side vision only tells you something is there, so a mirror check or a glance is what shows you what it is and where. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.71: “Because you cannot focus on things to the side, use your side mirrors and glance to the side.”

How can a deaf or hearing-impaired driver be a safe driver?

By relying on vision to stay alert. Horns and sirens warn of danger, so a driver who cannot hear them makes up for it by watching the road and mirrors more. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.71: “Deaf or hearing-impaired drivers can adjust to conditions and be safe drivers by relying on their vision to stay alert.”

You become sleepy on a long drive. What does the manual say is better?

Stop and sleep for a few hours. A driver who nods off for a second can drift off the road or into oncoming traffic with no chance to react. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.72: “It is better to stop and sleep for a few hours than take a chance you can stay awake.”

You have a bad cold but need to get somewhere. What does the manual advise?

Let someone else drive. Even a cold or a stiff neck slows you down and pulls your attention off the road. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.72: “Many health problems can affect your driving- a bad cold, infection, or a virus.”

You are angry and about to drive. What does the manual tell you to do?

Give yourself time to calm down. An angry driver takes risks and pays less attention, which is how a bad mood turns into a crash. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.72: “If you are angry or excited, give yourself time to calm down or cool off.”

What alcohol concentration is safe for operating a vehicle?

None is safe. Alcohol starts dulling judgment from the first drink, and new drivers are hit even harder because they are still learning. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.73: “There is no safe alcohol concentration to operate a vehicle.”

How much 80 proof liquor counts as a single drink?

1.5 ounces. Knowing what counts as one drink is the only way to keep track of how much alcohol you have really had. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.74: “A single drink is considered 1.5 ounces of (80) proof liquor (one shot glass) straight or with a mixer; a 6-ounce glass of wine or a 12-ounce container of beer.”

At what rate does the body rid itself of alcohol?

1 drink per hour. Several drinks take several hours to clear, so a driver who feels fine after an hour can still be impaired. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.74: “The body rids itself of alcohol at a rate of one (1) drink per hour.”

In Arkansas, at what alcohol concentration will you be arrested for driving while intoxicated?

0.08% or more. At that level every driver's judgment and control are badly impaired, so the law draws a hard line there. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.74: “You will be arrested for driving while intoxicated with an alcohol concentration of 0.08% or more in the breath (grams/210 liters) or blood (grams/100 milliliters, the same as 0.08%).”

In Arkansas, under what age can you not buy or consume alcohol?

Under 21. Young drivers are still learning, and alcohol makes their mistakes far more likely and far more deadly. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.75: “In Arkansas, you cannot buy or consume alcohol under the age of twenty-one (21).”

Can an over-the-counter drug for a cold affect your driving?

Yes, it can make you drowsy. A drug from a store shelf can make you just as sleepy as a prescription, and drivers forget that. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.75: “Many prescription drugs or over-the-counter drugs (no prescription) such as drugs for headaches, colds, hay fever, or other allergies or drugs to calm the nerves can make a person drowsy and affect their driving skills.”

If your brakes stop working, what should you try first?

Pump the brake pedal several times. Pumping can push enough fluid back into the brakes to slow you, and it costs nothing to try before harder measures. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.77: “Pump the brake pedal several times.”

What should you do with the steering wheel after a sudden tire blowout?

Hold it tightly and keep the car straight. A blown tire drags the car to one side, and a loose grip lets it pull you off the road or into another lane. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.77: “Hold the steering wheel tightly and keep the vehicle going straight.”

If your engine fails while you are driving, what is true of the brakes?

They still work, but need a very hard push. Without the engine the brake assist is gone, and drivers who expect a normal pedal may think the brakes have died. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.77: “The brakes will still work but you may have to push very hard on the brake pedal.”

If your headlights suddenly go out, what should you try first?

Try the headlight switch a few times. A switch that has slipped or stuck is a common cause, and working it may bring the lights back at once. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.77: “Try the headlight switch a few times.”

If the motor keeps running faster and faster, what should you do right away?

Shift the car into neutral. Neutral cuts the engine off from the wheels, so the car stops speeding up while you still have steering. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.77: “Quickly shift to neutral.”

What three options does a driver have to avoid a collision?

Stop, turn, or speed up. Drivers who panic often do nothing, and knowing your three choices ahead of time helps you act in that second. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.78: “In avoiding a collision, drivers have three options: (1) Stop, (2) Turn, and (3) Speed Up.”

Which can a driver usually do more quickly to avoid a collision?

Turn the vehicle rather than stop it. A car needs a long way to stop, but a small turn can move it out of danger in much less room. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.78: “In most cases, a driver can turn the vehicle quicker than it can be stopped.”

When may speeding up be the best way to avoid a collision?

When a vehicle is about to hit you from behind. Braking does not help when the danger is coming from behind or beside you, but moving ahead can get you out of its path. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.78: “You may want to accelerate when another vehicle is about to hit you from the side or from behind.”

What causes a skid?

Tires that can no longer grip the road. Steering and braking both work through the tires' grip, so when grip is gone the driver has lost control. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.79: “Skids (black marks on pavement) are caused when tires can no longer grip the road.”

If your vehicle begins to skid, what should you do with the brakes?

Stay off them until the car slows. Braking in a skid locks the wheels further, which turns a slide you could fix into one you cannot. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.79: “Your brakes will not work until the vehicle slows down. Your vehicle could skid more if you hit your brakes.”

When should you stop at a crash scene you are driving past?

If you are involved or help has not arrived. Drivers who slow down to look cause more crashes and jam the road that rescue crews need. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.80: “Do not stop at a crash unless you are involved, or emergency help has not arrived.”

Under Arkansas law, what should you do with your vehicle after you are involved in a traffic crash?

Move it off the roadway out of traffic. A wrecked car left in a lane gets hit again, and the people standing near it are the ones in danger. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.80: “Arkansas Law requires that if you are involved in a traffic crash you should, move the vehicle from the roadway; so, it doesn’t block traffic.”

At a crash, what should you do with the ignition of each wrecked vehicle?

Turn it off. A running engine near leaking fuel can spark a fire, so you shut it down to take away the heat and spark. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.80: “Turn off the ignition of wrecked vehicles.”

When you call for help after a crash, what should you give the police?

A precise location and any hazards. Rescuers lose time when they cannot find the scene, and they need to know about hazards before they arrive. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.81: “Make sure police are notified with a precise location of the crash scene and provide the dispatchers any warnings such as gas spills, fire, or downed electric lines, and follow up with the same information given to rescue and emergency medical personnel.”

Whose names and addresses should you get after a crash?

Everyone involved and any witnesses. Witnesses leave quickly, and without their names you may have no one to back up what happened. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.81: “Get the names and addresses of all the people involved in the accident and any witnesses.”

What distance from your driver airbag gives you a clear margin of safety?

10 inches. An airbag bursts out with great force, and a driver sitting too close can be badly hurt by the bag itself. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.82: “Since the risk zone for driver airbags is the first 2-3 inches of inflation, placing yourself 10 inches from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety.”

When should you adjust your rearview and side mirrors?

Before you start driving. Fiddling with mirrors in traffic takes your eyes off the road at the moment you need them most. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.82: “Adjust your rearview and side mirrors before you start driving.”

Why should you not hang items from your mirror or put decals on the windshield?

They could block part of your view. Even a small object in front of your eyes can hide a person or a car at the wrong moment. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.83: “Do not hang items from your mirror or clutter up the view through the windshield with decals.”

If you suspect brake problems, what should you do?

Take the vehicle to a licensed mechanic. Brakes fail when you need them most, so a doubt about them is worth an expert's look before you drive on. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.83: “If you suspect brake problems, you should take your vehicle to a licensed mechanic for an inspection.”

What do you need to check your own brake lights?

A partner to press the brake pedal. You cannot see the back of your own car while pressing the pedal, and a dead brake light invites a rear-end crash. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.83: “When inspecting your brake lights, you will need a partner to depress the brake while you inspect the rear of your vehicle for red lights on each side.”

How often should wiper blades be replaced?

Every 6 months to a year. Worn blades smear water across the glass, and in heavy rain that can leave you nearly blind. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.83: “Wiper blades should be replaced every six (6) months to a year or as soon as you notice a difference in driving visibility.”

How long must a tire go without being driven on to count as cold for a pressure check?

At least 3 hours. The pressure printed by the maker is for a cold tire, so a reading taken warm can fool you into letting air out. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.84: “Rather, a cold tire is one that has not been driven on for at least three hours.”

A steering system that does not move when the wheel is first turned may need what?

A check by a mechanic. Loose steering makes the car slow to answer the wheel, which is hard to control in an emergency. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.84: “Any steering system that does not move when the steering wheel is first turned may need to be checked by a mechanic.”

Where should you not let your engine idle unless a window is open?

In a garage or other enclosed area. Exhaust gas builds up quickly in a closed space, and it can kill people who never smell it coming. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.84: “Never allow the engine to idle in your garage or enclosed area without an open window.”

What should you make sure of before starting the engine?

That the parking brake is set. A car that lurches as the engine starts can roll into people or objects before you are ready. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.84: “Always make sure your parking brake is set before starting the engine.”

Can an Arkansas instruction permit be renewed?

No, it cannot be renewed. The permit is meant to lead to a license in its set time, not to let a learner drive on it forever. Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, p.86: “The permit is valid for 2 years and cannot be renewed.”

Where these come from

Every rule here is checked against Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, published by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, and against the state code itself. Last checked 2026-10-04.