Alaska: DMV Practice test

Yellow lines are used in the center of the road to separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.

If your vehicle begins to skid, remain calm. Steer in the direction that you want to go and try not to overcorrect.

Regulatory signs are white, rectangular signs with black markings. Drivers must obey the instructions posted on all regulatory signs. Where this sign is posted, it is prohibited for drivers to pass one another.

A driver can be fined up to $50 for each passenger under the age of 16 who is riding in their vehicle without proper safety restraints. The driver may also receive two demerit points on their license for this infraction.

Alcohol dulls the parts of your brain that control inhibition, judgment, and self-control. As a result, you may feel stimulated, lively, and a bit giddy or foolish after consuming alcohol. Alcohol also impairs your reaction time, coordination, and balance. Your vision and ability to judge distance suffers after alcohol consumption, making it difficult to react to your surroundings.

Round signs warn drivers of an upcoming railroad crossing area. Drivers should use extra caution when approaching a railroad crossing.

When parked facing downhill, your front wheels should be turned toward the edge of the road. This way, if you brakes fail, your vehicle will roll away from traffic.

Upon the approach of an emergency vehicle displaying a flashing red or blue light, traffic must yield the right-of-way by pulling to the side of the street and stopping. Drivers should remain in that position until the emergency vehicle has passed.

When backing, don't depend on your mirrors. Instead, with your left hand at the top of the steering wheel, turn your head and body to the right and look out the rear window.