Alaska DMV Permit Test: 2026 Guide

The Alaska DMV Learner's Permit Knowledge Test has 25 questions, and you need 20 correct answers (80%) to pass. The test fee is $15. The questions are based on the Alaska Driver Manual. Try 10 free sample questions below, or take the full 20-question Alaska practice test.

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Alaska DMV Permit Test at a glance

Official name	Alaska DMV Learner's Permit Knowledge Test
Questions	25
Pass mark	20 of 25 correct (80%)
Test fee	$15
Time	Approx. 30 minutes
Official handbook	Alaska Driver Manual
Free practice test	20 questions with answers

Getting Your Alaska Learner's Permit: Your 4-Step Checklist

Step 1: Are You Eligible for a Permit?
- You must be at least 14 years old.
- You need parental consent if you are under 18.
- You must pass a vision screening.
Step 2: What ID Do I Need?

You need primary and secondary forms of ID, like a birth certificate and Social Security card, and proof of residency.
Step 3: How Much Does the Test Cost?

The fee for the learner permit and written knowledge test is $15.
Step 4: Understanding the Test Format

The written test has 25 multiple-choice questions. To pass, you must answer at least 20 questions correctly (80%).
Step 5: Learner Permit Rules & Restrictions

As a learner permit holder, you must be accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older with at least one year of driving experience.

Free Alaska practice questions

The first 10 questions of Alaska Practice Test 1. The full practice test has 20 questions.

1. At what breath test result level will the Division of Motor Vehicles administratively revoke the driving privileges of a non-commercial adult driver?
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Answer: c) .08 or higher

The DMV must administratively revoke driving privileges if an adult driver provides a breath test result of .08 or higher following a DUI arrest.
2. What is the only effective way to sober up after drinking alcohol?
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Answer: b) Waiting for time to pass.

Only time helps you sober up. Remedies like coffee, showers, or fresh air might wake you up but do not eliminate alcohol from your system.
3. What is the minimum court fine for a first-time DUI offense?
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Answer: d) $1,500.

The court fine for a first-time DUI offense is $1,500.
4. How does being thrown from a vehicle during a crash affect your chances of being killed?
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Answer: c) It increases the chance by 25 times.

Your chances of being killed are almost 25 times greater if you are thrown from the car during a crash.
5. What is the speed limit in a school zone unless otherwise posted?
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Answer: a) 20 mph.

The speed limit in a school zone is 20 mph unless otherwise posted.
6. If traffic signals at an intersection are not working, you should:
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Answer: d) Stop as you would at an uncontrolled intersection.

Stop when signals are not working. Treat it as an uncontrolled intersection (typically 4-way stop rules apply in practice).
7. What is a recommended action before passing another vehicle?
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Answer: a) Sound your horn to warn the driver ahead.

Sound your horn to warn the driver ahead of your intention to pass.
8. What is the recommended method for determining a safe following distance?
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Answer: b) The four-second interval method.

The easiest way to calculate a safe following distance is by the four-second interval method.
9. What is the requirement for a driver when a 'ONE WAY' sign with an arrow pointing to the right is posted?
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Answer: b) Traffic is permitted to move only in the direction of the arrow.

A 'ONE WAY' sign indicates that traffic on that street travels only in the direction shown by the arrow.
10. If there are no sidewalks, on which side of the highway should pedestrians walk?
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Answer: a) On the left side, facing oncoming traffic.

Pedestrians should walk on the left side of the highway, facing oncoming traffic, to see vehicles approaching.

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Alaska DMV Permit Test: common questions

How many questions are on the Alaska DMV Permit Test?

The Alaska DMV Learner's Permit Knowledge Test has 25 questions.

How many questions can you miss on the Alaska DMV Permit Test?

You need 20 of 25 correct (80%), so you can miss up to 5 questions.

How much does the Alaska DMV Permit Test cost?

The Alaska test fee is $15. Fees change, so confirm the amount with the licensing office before you go.

How long does the Alaska DMV Permit Test take?

Approx. 30 minutes.

What should I study for the Alaska DMV Permit Test?

Study the Alaska Driver Manual; the test questions are based on it. Then check yourself with a practice test: FlashPath's free Alaska Practice Test 1 has 20 questions with answers and explanations.

Is the FlashPath Alaska practice test free?

Yes. Practice Test 1 (20 questions) is free on this site and in the app, with no sign-up. The app has 165 more Alaska practice questions across Practice Tests 2 to 10; full access is a subscription.

What is the FlashPath Pass Guarantee?

If you have a paid FlashPath subscription and don't pass the Alaska DMV Permit Test, your next month is free. Email us within 30 days of the test with your store order ID and your result.

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