Arizona DMV Written Test Review (2024)

Test Structure

• Total Questions: 60
• Purpose: To help prepare for the DMV written test

Key Topics and Questions

Parking and Wheels

• Q1: Do not point wheels straight when parked on a hill to prevent rolling into traffic.

Lights and Visibility

• Q2: Use low beams in fog, rain, or snow.

Road Signs

• Q3: Railroad crossing signs indicate you should prepare to stop.
• Q25: Pedestrian crossing ahead.
• Q32: Side road ahead.
• Q39: Bicycle crossing ahead.
• Q54: Maximum safe speed for expressway exit.
• Q56: Flagger ahead, be prepared for directions.

Driving Around Large Vehicles

• Q4: Wait for a truck or bus to turn right before you turn.
• Q51: Expect wind gusts when passing large vehicles.

Following Distance

• Q5: Maintain safe following distance always.

Adverse Conditions

• Q6: Adjust speed and direction gradually on icy or snowy roads.
• Q41: Roads are slipperiest during the first rain after a dry spell.

Lane Changes and Passing

• Q8 & Q47: Always check blind spots and signal when changing lanes.
• Q37: Broken yellow line next to solid yellow line allows passing.

Safety Signals

• Q10: Follow police officer's instructions even if traffic signals indicate otherwise.

Vehicle Control

• Q19: Look through rear window when reversing.
• Q55: Calm down and focus before driving if emotionally disturbed.

Alcohol and Drugs

• Q11 & Q22: Alcohol effects vary by weight; even OTC drugs can impair driving.
• Q46: Mixing alcohol with prescription medication can increase side effects.

Intersection Handling

• Q20: Stop on yellow light if safe.
• Q26: Enter intersections only when you can clear them.
• Q52: Ensure visibility of all lanes when turning left.

Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety

• Q13: Slow-moving vehicle warning triangle.
• Q43: Stop for pedestrians crossing without a designated crosswalk.

Vehicle Features and Controls

• Q31: Traffic light order is Red, Yellow, Green.
• Q36: Turn wheels away from the curb when parking uphill.

Traffic Regulations

• Q42: Always obey road construction signal persons.
• Q60: "No Zone" refers to blind spots around large vehicles.

Emergencies and Hazards

• Q58: Use hazard lights when stopped on the highway.
• Q59: Pull off to the right to let traffic pass if driving slowly.

General Safe Driving Practices

• Q27 & Q28: Maintain constant speed when being passed and move right if being overtaken.
• Q53: High speeds increase stopping distances and crash severity.
• Q57: Trucks may travel below speed limits uphill.

Conclusion

• Recommendation: Watch additional videos or access cheat sheets for further practice.