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Free Alabama DMV Practice Test
Alabama permit-test facts: Questions: Not stated in the reviewed official source.; To pass: Not stated in the reviewed official source.; Minimum age: 15 years old for a restricted learner's license; Fee: $36.25 license purchase plus $5 testing fee; Re-takes: Ordinary knowledge-test retake timing and attempt limit are not stated in the reviewed official source.; Official handbook: Alabama Driver's Manual.
Studying for the Alabama permit test — also called the driver's license written test, the learner's permit test, or simply the driving exam? You're in the right place. This page gives you free practice questions written to match the Alabama Driver's Manual, the same source the real DMV exam is built from.
No sign-up required. Try the 3 sample questions below, then pick up unlimited practice from your dashboard.
Direct answer
Alabama permit-test facts: Questions: Not stated in the reviewed official source.; To pass: Not stated in the reviewed official source.; Minimum age: 15 years old for a restricted learner's license; Fee: $36.25 license purchase plus $5 testing fee; Re-takes: Ordinary knowledge-test retake timing and attempt limit are not stated in the reviewed official source.; Official handbook: Alabama Driver's Manual.
Each field links to the primary official source used for its review. A field marked not stated means the reviewed source did not publish that requested fact; confirm current application details with the authority.
| Fact | Answer | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | Not stated in the reviewed official source. | Not stated on the cited official page |
| To pass | Not stated in the reviewed official source. | Not stated on the cited official page |
| Minimum age | 15 years old for a restricted learner's license | Verified against cited official source |
| Fee | $36.25 license purchase plus $5 testing fee | Verified against cited official source |
| Re-takes | Ordinary knowledge-test retake timing and attempt limit are not stated in the reviewed official source. | Not stated on the cited official page |
| Official handbook | Alabama Driver's Manual | Verified against cited official source |
Official source
Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)
Sample questions for Alabama
Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.
Question 1 · Permit requirements
How many questions are on the Alabama knowledge test?
- 25 questions
- 30 questions
- 40 questions
- 50 questions
See the explanation
Correct answer: 40 questions
Alabama knowledge test: 40 questions, need 32 correct (80%) to pass.
Question 2 · Speed limits
In Alabama, what is the default speed limit in a residential area unless otherwise posted?
- 20 mph
- 25 mph
- 30 mph
- 35 mph
See the explanation
Correct answer: 25 mph
Alabama residential default: 25 mph unless posted otherwise.
Question 3 · Safe driving
According to the Alabama Driver Manual, when following another vehicle, what is the minimum recommended following distance?
- 1 second
- 2 seconds
- 3 seconds
- 5 seconds
See the explanation
Correct answer: 3 seconds
Alabama: maintain at least a 3-second following distance in normal conditions.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this Alabama DMV practice test free?
Yes. The 6-question demo on this page and your first full mock exam are completely free — no card, no sign-up. For unlimited practice and AI tutoring, the State Pass is one $24.99 payment for 6 months of access to Alabama, or the Complete Pass is $39.99 for 12 months of access.
Is the Alabama permit test the same as the driving test?
No. The permit test — also called the driver's license written test or learner's permit test — is the written knowledge exam you take on a computer, and that's what this practice covers. The driving test (road test) is the separate behind-the-wheel exam you take later with an examiner. You must pass the written test first.
Are the questions the same as the real Alabama DMV test?
No — and any site claiming to give you the "real" questions is misleading you. Our questions are written to match the Alabama Driver's Manual in style, difficulty, and topic distribution, so studying with us prepares you for the actual exam without violating DMV testing rules.
How many questions are on the real Alabama permit test?
an undisclosed number of multiple-choice questions. You need confirm with the official authority to pass.
What if I fail the Alabama DMV test?
confirm with the official authority. We strongly recommend taking 2–3 full mock exams (and reading the AI explanation for every wrong answer) before retesting.
How long should I study before taking the Alabama permit test?
Plan on 1–2 weeks at about 30 minutes a day. The reliable signal that you're ready isn't days studied — it's scoring 90%+ on three full-length mock exams in a row.
Is the practice test available in Spanish?
Yes. Toggle the language switch in the top-right of any page — every question, explanation, and the AI tutor work in both English and Spanish.
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Study for the Alabama DMV permit test in Spanish. Native-quality Spanish practice questions, explanations, and an AI tutor — plus what to expect on the official exam.
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Study for the Alabama DMV permit test in Chinese. Native-quality Chinese practice questions, explanations, and an AI tutor — plus what to expect on the official exam.
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Study for the Alabama DMV permit test in Korean. Native-quality Korean practice questions, explanations, and an AI tutor — plus what to expect on the official exam.
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