Arizona Permit Test flashcards
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- Arizona urban speed limit
- Unless a sign posts a different limit, the default speed limit on Arizona urban streets is 25 mph.
- Right-of-way at uncontrolled intersection
- At an uncontrolled intersection, the first vehicle to arrive has the right-of-way. If two arrive simultaneously, the vehicle on the right goes first.
- Arizona point suspension threshold
- Arizona suspends a driver's license after accumulating 8 points within 12 months. A red-light or stop-sign violation adds 2 points.
- Arizona Move Over law
- On multi-lane roads, drivers must move one lane away from stopped emergency, tow, or utility vehicles. If unable, slow to a safe speed.
- Three-second following rule
- Maintain at least a three-second gap behind the vehicle ahead in good conditions. Add one second for rain, darkness, or heavy loads.
- Total stopping distance formula
- Total stopping distance equals perception distance plus reaction distance plus braking distance. Reaction distance grows directly with speed.
- Arizona dust storm response
- In a dust storm, pull completely off the road, turn off lights, set the parking brake, and take your foot off the brake pedal.
- Hydroplaning speed threshold
- Hydroplaning can begin at roughly 35 mph on wet pavement. Ease off the accelerator and avoid hard braking to regain traction.
- Headlight visibility requirement
- Arizona requires headlights from sunset to sunrise and whenever visibility drops below 500 feet due to weather.
- Blowout recovery steps
- If a tire blows out, hold the wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and steer straight before braking gently.
- Red octagon sign
- A red octagon always means stop. Come to a complete stop behind the limit line, crosswalk, or intersection edge.
- Yellow diamond sign
- A yellow diamond sign warns of a condition ahead, such as a curve, intersection, or lane reduction. Slow down and prepare.
- Flashing red signal
- A flashing red signal is treated exactly like a stop sign. Stop completely, yield, and proceed when safe.
- Steady yellow light
- A steady yellow light means the signal is about to turn red. Stop if it is safe; otherwise clear the intersection.
- Double solid yellow lines
- Double solid yellow center lines prohibit passing in both directions. A broken line on your side permits passing when safe.
- Shared center turn lane
- A shared center turn lane marked by solid and broken yellow lines is used only for left turns, limited to about 300 feet before turning.
- Orange work zone signs
- Orange signs mark construction and work zones. Fines for speeding in these zones are often doubled, and workers must be protected.
- Arizona bicycle passing clearance
- Arizona requires drivers to pass a bicyclist with at least three feet of clearance. If that is not possible, wait until it is safe.
- School bus stop arm
- When a school bus displays flashing red lights and an extended stop arm, traffic in both directions must stop unless a physical median separates them.
- Motorcycle lane rights
- A motorcyclist is entitled to a full lane. A car may not share the lane with a motorcycle, even if space appears available.
- Truck no-zone rule
- Large trucks have blind spots directly behind, along both sides, and in front. If you cannot see the driver's mirrors, they cannot see you.
- Pedestrian crosswalk right-of-way
- Pedestrians in a marked or unmarked crosswalk have the right-of-way. Drivers may not pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.
- Emergency vehicle response
- When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren, pull to the right and stop until it passes.
- Arizona per se BAC limit
- Arizona's per se limit is 0.08% BAC for drivers 21 and older and 0.04% for commercial drivers.
- Arizona zero-tolerance law
- Drivers under 21 face license suspension for any measurable alcohol in their system, with a 0.00% limit.
- Arizona Extreme DUI
- Arizona's Extreme DUI applies at 0.15% BAC or higher and carries harsher penalties, including longer jail time and higher fines.
- Arizona implied consent law
- Refusing a breath or blood test after a DUI arrest results in license suspension, even without a conviction.
- Alcohol elimination rate
- Alcohol is eliminated at roughly one standard drink per hour. Coffee, cold showers, and food do not speed up elimination.
- Arizona minimum liability insurance
- Arizona requires at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident for bodily injury, plus $15,000 for property damage.
- Arizona child safety seat rule
- Children under 8 years old and under 4'9" tall must use a child safety seat or booster seat in the rear seat when available.
- Arizona motorcycle helmet rule
- Arizona does not require a helmet for riders 18 and older. All riders under 18 must wear a helmet.
- Arizona emissions testing
- Vehicles must pass emissions testing in Maricopa and Pima counties, and parts of Pinal, before registration renewal.