Test Format

25

Total questions

80%

Passing score

20/25

Min. correct

Multiple choice

Eligibility & Fees

Permit age	14
License age	16 (intermediate) / 18 (full)
Permit fee	$5
License fee	$40
Permit holding period	6 months minimum
Supervised hours	No minimum hours required by state, but recommended 50

⚠ Memorize this — Arkansas-specific

Texting while driving is a primary offense in Arkansas — emphasized on the test.

💡 Pro tip

Arkansas tests flood-zone protocols (Turn Around, Don't Drown) — review the flood section of the manual.

Top 5 Questions to Know

1. 1. In Arkansas, is texting while driving a primary or secondary offense, and what is the maximum base fine?

   Answer: Primary offense with a maximum base fine of $250.

   Under Arkansas Code §27-51-1504, texting while driving is a primary offense — officers can stop drivers for texting alone without another violation. The base fine is up to $250 for a first offense. Ha...

2. 2. What does a LANE ENDS sign indicate?

   Answer: Your lane will end ahead

   A lane ends sign warns that your lane will end and you must merge safely.

3. 3. 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.

4. 4. What is a pentagon-shaped sign commonly used for?

   Answer: a school or school crossing area

   Pentagon signs are commonly used for school zones and 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