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Arkansas DMV Test Questions and Answers

These are the questions about Arkansas's own rules: permit, license, fines, speed and parking. Signs and rules shared by all states are on separate pages.

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License rules

  1. In Arkansas, the night driving limit for new drivers with a provisional (intermediate) license starts at what time?

    1. 10 p.m.
    2. 11 p.m.
    3. Midnight
    4. 1 a.m.

    Answer: B. Arkansas: the night limit for provisional drivers starts at 11 p.m.; the handbook lists any exceptions.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Licensingcannot operate a motor vehicle between the hours of 11 p.m. and 4 a.m.

  2. In Arkansas, what is the minimum age to get a learner's permit?

    1. 12 years old
    2. 14 years old
    3. 14½ years old
    4. 15 years old

    Answer: B. Arkansas: you can apply for a learner's permit at 14 years old.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), LicensingTo apply for an Instruction Permit, the applicant must be at least 14 years old.

  3. In Arkansas, the licensed driver supervising a permit holder must be at least:

    1. 18 years old
    2. 19 years old
    3. 21 years old
    4. 25 years old

    Answer: C. Arkansas: the supervising driver must be at least 21 years old.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Licensing

  4. In Arkansas, an intermediate license holder may not carry more than how many unrelated minor passengers (unless a licensed driver 21+ is in the front seat)?

    1. None
    2. One
    3. Two
    4. Three

    Answer: B. No more than one unrelated minor passenger unless a licensed driver 21 or older is in the front seat.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Licensing

  5. In Arkansas, an instruction permit is issued for how long from the date you pass the knowledge exam?

    1. Six months
    2. One year
    3. Two years
    4. Five years

    Answer: C. Two years from the passed knowledge exam.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Types of Graduated Driver's LicensesThe permit will be issued for two years from the date of the passed knowledge exam.

  6. In Arkansas, a Class M license (age 16+) is for motorcycles of:

    1. 250 cc or more
    2. 50 cc or less
    3. 100 cc or less
    4. Any size, age 14+

    Answer: A. Class M: 250 cc or more; Class MD (ages 14-16): 250 cc or less.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Types of Graduated Driver's Licenses

  7. In Arkansas, what minimum uncorrected vision is required for an unrestricted license?

    1. 20/20
    2. 20/40
    3. 20/70
    4. 20/100

    Answer: B. 20/40 uncorrected for unrestricted; 20/70 corrected for a restricted license.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Vision Requirements

  8. A new Arkansas resident must obtain an Arkansas driver's license within:

    1. 10 days
    2. 30 calendar days
    3. 6 months
    4. 1 year

    Answer: B. Within 30 calendar days of becoming a resident.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), The Driver's License

Parking

  1. In Arkansas, you may not park within how many feet of a crosswalk at an intersection?

    1. 15 feet
    2. 20 feet
    3. 25 feet
    4. 30 feet

    Answer: B. Arkansas: do not park within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), ParkingWithin twenty (20) feet of a crosswalk at an intersection

  2. In Arkansas, when you parallel park, your wheels must be no more than how far from the curb?

    1. 6 inches
    2. 12 inches
    3. 18 inches
    4. 24 inches

    Answer: C. Arkansas: park with your wheels within 18 inches of the curb.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), ParkingMore than eighteen (18) inches from the curb.

  3. In Arkansas, you may not park within how many feet of a fire station driveway (on the same side of the street)?

    1. 10 feet
    2. 15 feet
    3. 20 feet
    4. 25 feet

    Answer: C. Arkansas: do not park within 20 feet of a fire station driveway on the same side of the street.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), ParkingWithin twenty (20) feet of a fire station driveway on the same side of the street

  4. In Arkansas, you may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?

    1. 10 feet
    2. 15 feet
    3. 20 feet
    4. 25 feet

    Answer: B. Arkansas: do not park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), ParkingWithin fifteen (15) feet of a fire hydrant

  5. In Arkansas, you may not park within how many feet of a railroad crossing?

    1. 40 feet
    2. 50 feet
    3. 75 feet
    4. 100 feet

    Answer: B. Arkansas: do not park within 50 feet of a railroad crossing.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), ParkingWithin fifty (50) feet of a railroad crossing

  6. In Arkansas, you may not park within how many feet of a STOP sign?

    1. 25 feet
    2. 30 feet
    3. 40 feet
    4. 50 feet

    Answer: B. Arkansas: do not park within 30 feet of a STOP sign.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), ParkingWithin thirty (30) feet of a traffic signal, stop sign, or yield sign.

Rules of the road

  1. In Arkansas, children must ride in a child safety seat (car seat) until at least what age?

    1. 4 years old
    2. 5 years old
    3. 6 years old
    4. 7 years old

    Answer: C. Arkansas: children ride in a car seat until at least 6 years old.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Child Passengersshall be restrained in a child passenger safety seat properly secured to the vehicle.

  2. In Arkansas, you must turn on your headlights whenever you cannot clearly see people or vehicles within:

    1. 300 feet
    2. 350 feet
    3. 500 feet
    4. 1,000 feet

    Answer: C. Arkansas: headlights are required when visibility is less than 500 feet.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Lights

  3. In Arkansas, you must use low beams when you are following another vehicle within:

    1. 150 feet
    2. 200 feet
    3. 300 feet
    4. 350 feet

    Answer: B. Arkansas: use low beams within 200 feet of a vehicle you are following.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Lightswhen following another vehicle closer than 200 feet.

  4. In Arkansas, you must dim your high beams when an oncoming vehicle is within:

    1. 350 feet
    2. 500 feet
    3. 1,000 feet
    4. 1,500 feet

    Answer: B. Arkansas: switch to low beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), LightsDim your high beams whenever you come within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle.

  5. In Arkansas, you approach a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights on the shoulder of a multi-lane road. You must:

    1. Keep your speed and lane
    2. Move out of the lane next to it if safe, or slow down
    3. Stop behind it
    4. Honk to warn the workers

    Answer: B. Arkansas Move Over law: change lanes away from the stopped vehicle when safe; if you cannot, slow down.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Move Over Lawto the farthest lane away from any stopped law enforcement vehicle with its lights turned on

  6. In Arkansas, drivers younger than what age may not use a cell phone at all while driving, even hands-free?

    1. 17 years old
    2. 17½ years old
    3. 18 years old
    4. 19 years old

    Answer: C. Arkansas: drivers under 18 years old may not use any wireless device while driving.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), LicensingUnder eighteen (18) years of age cell phone use is not allowed.

  7. In Arkansas, you must signal at least how far before you turn or change lanes?

    1. 50 feet
    2. 75 feet
    3. 100 feet
    4. 150 feet

    Answer: C. Arkansas: signal at least 100 feet before you turn or change lanes.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), SignalsTurn on your signal at least 100 feet before the lane change.

  8. In Arkansas, you do not have to stop for a school bus on the opposite side of a median that is at least how wide?

    1. 5 feet
    2. 10 feet
    3. 20 feet
    4. 50 feet

    Answer: C. No stop is required across a median 20 feet or wider; if the median is narrower, all lanes must stop.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), School Busestwenty (20) feet or more in width.

  9. In Arkansas, children under what age must wear appropriate safety restraints while the vehicle is moving?

    1. 8
    2. 15
    3. 18
    4. 12

    Answer: B. Children under 15 must be properly restrained; under 6 and under 60 pounds — in a child safety seat.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Child Passengers

  10. In Arkansas, illegally passing a stopped school bus can bring a fine of:

    1. $10 to $50
    2. $50 to $100
    3. $5,000 minimum
    4. $250 to $1,000 and up to 90 days in jail

    Answer: D. $250-$1,000 and up to 90 days in jail.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Chapter 1: Arkansas Lawfined a minimum of $250, not to exceed $1,000, up to ninety (90) days in jail

  11. In Arkansas, the seat belt fine is no more than:

    1. $25
    2. $100
    3. $250
    4. $1,000

    Answer: A. A seat belt violation: fine of no more than $25.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Chapter 1: Arkansas Lawshall be subject to a fine not to exceed twenty-five dollars ($25.00)

  12. In Arkansas work zones, doubled fines can be as high as:

    1. $100
    2. $500
    3. $5,000
    4. $50,000

    Answer: C. Doubled work-zone fines can reach $5,000.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Work ZonesDepending on the traffic violation, doubled fines can be as high as $5,000.

  13. In Arkansas, if rain or fog keeps you from seeing more than 200 feet ahead, you should not drive faster than:

    1. 20 mph
    2. 30 mph
    3. 45 mph
    4. 55 mph

    Answer: B. No faster than 30 mph; headlights let you see about 400 feet.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Chapter 4: Safe DrivingIf you cannot see more than 200 feet ahead because of rain or fog, you should not drive faster than 30 mph.

  14. According to the Arkansas guide, in heavy rain your tires can lose all traction at about:

    1. 25 mph
    2. 35 mph
    3. 70 mph
    4. 50 mph

    Answer: D. Most tires grip well on wet roads up to 35 mph, but in heavy rain can lose all traction at 50 mph.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Chapter 4: Safe DrivingIn heavy rain, your tires can lose all traction with the road at 50 mph.

  15. According to the Arkansas guide, the total stopping distance for a car at 55 mph is about:

    1. 225 feet
    2. 50 feet
    3. 100 feet
    4. 1,000 feet

    Answer: A. About 225 feet at 55 mph (about 124 feet at 40 mph); a loaded tractor-trailer may need more than 335 feet.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Chapter 4: Safe DrivingAt 55 mph, it can take about 225 feet in total stopping distance.

  16. According to the Arkansas guide, when merging with other traffic you need a gap of about:

    1. One second
    2. Two seconds
    3. Four seconds
    4. Ten seconds

    Answer: C. About four seconds.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Chapter 4: Safe DrivingWhen merging with other traffic, you need a gap of about four (4) seconds.

  17. According to the Arkansas guide, sending or reading a text takes your eyes off the road for about:

    1. 1 second
    2. 2 seconds
    3. 20 seconds
    4. 5 seconds

    Answer: D. About 5 seconds — at 55 mph, the length of a football field.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Chapter 4: Safe DrivingSending or reading a text takes your eyes off the road for 5 seconds.

Speed

  1. In Arkansas, if the county judge has set no limit, the speed limit on a county road is:

    1. 25 mph
    2. 30 mph
    3. 55 mph
    4. 40 mph

    Answer: D. With no limit set by the county judge, county roads are 40 mph.

    Source: Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (10/15/2026), Speed Limitsthe speed limit shall be forty miles per hour (40 m.p.h.) on the county road.

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