Test Format

20

Total questions

80%

Passing score

16/20

Min. correct

Multiple choice

Eligibility & Fees

Permit age	14
License age	16
Permit fee	$15
License fee	$20
Permit holding period	6 months minimum
Supervised hours	40 hours total (10 at night)

⚠ Memorize this — Alaska-specific

Alaska is one of few states allowing learner permits at age 14, due to vast rural distances.

💡 Pro tip

Alaska tests cold-weather driving and wildlife awareness — review winter driving and moose-collision avoidance carefully.

Top 5 Questions to Know

1. 1. South of 60° north latitude in Alaska, on what dates is the use of studded tires prohibited?

   Answer: Between May 1 and September 15.

   Alaska prohibits studded tires on paved roads south of 60° N latitude between May 1 and September 15 to prevent pavement damage. North of that line, studded tires are allowed year-round. Violations ca...

2. 2. In Alaska, if a moose steps directly in front of your vehicle on a highway, the safest response is to:

   Answer: Brake firmly in a straight line.

   Alaska averages 800+ moose-vehicle collisions a year. A moose's body strikes the windshield (unlike a deer, which tends to go under the vehicle), making these crashes disproportionately deadly. Brake ...

3. 3. What does a lane-use control sign indicate?

   Answer: They show allowed movements from the lane

   Lane-use control signs show which movements are allowed from a particular lane.

4. 4. Which statement about sign shapes is NOT correct?

   Answer: A circle shape means a school crossing

   Circle-shaped signs warn of railroad crossings, not school crossings. A pentagon shape is commonly used for school zones or school crossings.

5. 5. What does this sign indicate?

   Answer: Come to a complete stop

   A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.

Top Reasons Drivers Fail the Road Test

• ✗ Rolling stops at stop signs
• ✗ Failing to check blind spots before lane changes
• ✗ Exceeding speed limit (even by 1–2 mph)
• ✗ Not signaling early enough before turns
• ✗ Improper lane changes