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Free Alaska DMV Practice Test

Alaska permit-test facts: Questions: 20; To pass: 16 correct answers out of 20 (80%) on the official General Knowledge Test page; Minimum age: 14 years old for an instruction permit; Fee: $15 instruction permit fee; Re-takes: Ordinary knowledge-test retake timing and attempt limit are not stated in the reviewed official sources.; Official handbook: Alaska Driver Manual.

Studying for the Alaska 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 Alaska Driver 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.

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Alaska permit-test facts: Questions: 20; To pass: 16 correct answers out of 20 (80%) on the official General Knowledge Test page; Minimum age: 14 years old for an instruction permit; Fee: $15 instruction permit fee; Re-takes: Ordinary knowledge-test retake timing and attempt limit are not stated in the reviewed official sources.; Official handbook: Alaska Driver 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.

Alaska permit-test fact sheet and evidence status
FactAnswerEvidence status
Questions20Verified against cited official source
To pass16 correct answers out of 20 (80%) on the official General Knowledge Test pageVerified against cited official source
Minimum age14 years old for an instruction permitVerified against cited official source
Fee$15 instruction permit feeVerified against cited official source
Re-takesOrdinary knowledge-test retake timing and attempt limit are not stated in the reviewed official sources.Not stated on the cited official page
Official handbookAlaska Driver ManualVerified against cited official source

Sample questions for Alaska

Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.

  1. Question 1 · Road signs

    What shape is a stop sign?

    • Diamond
    • Pentagon
    • Triangle
    • Octagon
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: Octagon

    Stop signs are octagons (8 sides) — the only sign with that shape.

  2. Question 2 · Right of way

    When entering a roundabout, you must yield to what?

    • Vehicles behind you
    • Vehicles waiting to enter
    • Nothing — you have the right of way
    • Traffic already circulating in the roundabout
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: Traffic already circulating in the roundabout

    Yield to cars already going around the roundabout before you enter.

  3. Question 3 · Alcohol and drugs

    In Alaska, a driver 21 or older is presumed to be under the influence at what blood alcohol concentration?

    • 0.04
    • 0.05
    • 0.02
    • 0.08
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: 0.08

    0.08% BAC is the legal limit for drivers 21 and older.

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What's on the Alaska permit test?

The Alaska written knowledge test has 20 multiple-choice questions and you need 16 correct answers out of 20 (80%) on the official General Knowledge Test page to pass. The questions are pulled directly from the Alaska Driver Manual, focusing on rules of the road, road signs, and safe-driving practices. Most test-takers spend 10–15 minutes on it.

Is the Alaska permit test the same as the driving test?

A lot of people search for this, so here's the plain answer. The Alaska permit test — also called the driver's license written test, the knowledge test, or the learner's permit test — is the *written* exam you take on a computer at the DMV. That's the driving exam this page helps you prepare for. The "driving test" or road test is a separate, behind-the-wheel exam you take later with an examiner in the car, and you can only take it after you pass the written permit test and log your required practice hours. So if you're prepping for the written driving exam, you're in exactly the right place; if you mean the road test, focus on supervised driving practice instead.

What this practice test covers

Every question in our bank is mapped to one of the Alaska handbook's official topics, so you get balanced coverage instead of just the easy stuff. Key topics tested: - Right of way and yielding rules - Alaska speed limits and winter driving - Driving on ice, snow, and gravel roads - DUI laws (zero tolerance under 21) - Road signs, signals, and pavement markings

How to use this practice test to actually pass

Reading the handbook cover to cover doesn't work for most people — it's 100+ pages of dense legal language. Practicing realistic questions does work, because (1) it forces you to recall, not just recognize, and (2) it shows you exactly which topics you're weak in. Take the practice test below, read the AI explanation for any question you miss, and re-take any topic where you score below 80% until it sticks.

Alaska DMV test tips that actually move the needle

1) Don't memorize — understand the "why". The DMV reshuffles wording, so rote memorization breaks down. 2) Always read every choice before answering. The "trap" answer is usually choice B. 3) For sign questions, learn the shape + color system once. After that, signs are basically free points. 4) Take at least one full 20-question timed mock exam before test day so the format isn't a surprise.

Frequently asked questions

Is this Alaska 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 Alaska, or the Complete Pass is $39.99 for 12 months of access.

Is the Alaska 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 Alaska DMV test?

No — and any site claiming to give you the "real" questions is misleading you. Our questions are written to match the Alaska Driver 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 Alaska permit test?

20 multiple-choice questions. You need 16 correct answers out of 20 (80%) on the official General Knowledge Test page to pass.

What if I fail the Alaska 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 Alaska 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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