Kentucky Permit Test Practice – All Questions and Answers
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#1. If you use safety belts and stay inside your vehicle during a crash, your chances of surviving are:
Your chances of surviving a crash are five times greater if you stay inside the protection of your vehicle.
#2. What do the light gray areas in the picture mark?
Blind spots are areas near the left and right rear corners of your vehicle that you cannot see in your mirrors. Before you move sideways to change lanes or to pass, glance over your shoulder to check for traffic near the left or right rear corners of your vehicle. Do not drive in someone else’s blind spot.
#3. If you are involved in a minor crash and blocking the flow of traffic , it is your responsibility to:
When involved in a non-injury accident move the damaged vehicles to the shoulder of the roadway.
Do not stand or walk in traffic lanes. You could be struck by another vehicle.
#4. What is true about driving on a wet roadway?
As the speed increases, the tires cannot wipe the road as well and start to ride on a film of water, just like a set of water skis. This is called hydroplaning. When your tires are not touching the road, you can easily lose control and skid. Keep your tires on the road by slowing down when it rains and having tires with the proper air pressure and good tread.
#5. When is a good time to adjust your seat to reach all controls and see the road?
Adjust your seat, rear-view mirror, and side mirror before you start to drive.
Adjust your seat so that you can see the pavement 12 to 15 feet in front of the vehicle. Your chest should be located 10 to 12 inches from the center of the steering column, and your shoulders should be no lower than the top of the steering wheel. Sliding the seat forward will raise it. Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is in motion. If it is still too low, use a seat cushion. Do not move the seat so far forward that you cannot easily steer.
Adjust your seat belt and shoulder strap so they fit snugly and properly.
To guard against glare from the headlights of a vehicle behind, use a day-night mirror. Adjust it before you drive.
#6. Crossing these broken yellow lines:
Many roads have lane markings that tell you when passing is legal or illegal. You may NOT pass when there is a solid line on your side of the broken line of the road or two solid yellow lines.
Yellow lines mark the center of a road used for traffic going in opposite directions.
#7. Unmarked crosswalks are crosswalks not marked by painted lines. They exist:
An unmarked crosswalk is the portion of the roadway at an intersection that would connect opposite sides of the street. Keep in mind that most intersections contain legal crosswalks, marked or unmarked
#8. Mandatory jail time will be waiting for anyone convicted of DUI while:
Mandatory jail time will be waiting for anyone convicted of DUI while:
- Operating a motor vehicle in excess of 30 mph above the posted speed limit.
- Operating a motor vehicle in the wrong direction on a limited-access highway.
- Operating a motor vehicle that causes a collision resulting in death or serious physical injury.
- Operating a motor vehicle while the alcohol concentration in the operator’s blood or breath is .15 BAC or more within two hours of cessation of operation of a motor vehicle.
- Refusing to take a blood, breath, or urine test requested by a police officer.
- Operating a motor vehicle while transporting a passenger under the age of 12 years old.
#9. When a vehicle comes toward you at night, at what distance must you dim your lights?
Dimming headlights when meeting or following other vehicles is required by law, as well as being a sensible driving practice.
Use your high beams only when there are no oncoming vehicles.
Remember, when approaching an oncoming vehicle at night, you must use the low beam the last 500 feet before meeting and passing.
#10. To complete a pass at highway speeds on a two-lane road, you need a gap in oncoming traffic of:
Whenever you pass a vehicle on a two-lane road, you must enter a lane that belongs to oncoming vehicles. At highway speeds of 50 to 55 miles per hour, you need from 10 to 12 seconds to complete a pass. That means you need a 10- to 12-second gap in oncoming traffic to pass safely.
#11. When an emergency vehicle using flashing lights approaches you from behind, you must:
You must yield the right-of-way to any vehicle displaying a flashing red or blue light or sounding a siren. When you become aware of the approach of a vehicle displaying a flashing red or blue light, or when you hear a siren, you must immediately drive to the right side of the road or to the curb, clear of any intersection, and stop. You must remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed unless you are directed by a police officer or a firefighter to move.
Do not block intersections.
#12. When passing a truck, it is dangerous to:
Do not cut in too quickly after passing a large vehicle.
Pull back when you can see its headlights in your inside rear-view mirror. Maintain your speed. Never make sudden stops in front of large vehicles.
This question asked what you should not do.
#13. The following equipment on your vehicle is illegal:
A muffler must be on the exhaust to reduce noise and annoying smoke, while protecting the occupants from poisonous fumes. A muffler cutout is not allowed.
#14. When you drive through a construction zone, you should:
The color orange has a special meaning. It appears on signs and barricades in construction and maintenance areas as a constant warning to motorists of possible dangers. Slow down and be alert. Follow signs and watch for workers and equipment on the highway.
Failing to obey all signs, signals, markings, flaggers, or other traffic-control devices, which are placed to regulate, control, and guide traffic through construction or maintenance areas, is illegal and could result in double fines if posted.
#15. The blood alcohol level at which it is illegal for any person 21 years or older to drive is:
The DUI limits are .08 or higher for adults (21 and over) and .02 or higher for minors (under 21).
This is a per se violation, which means that it is illegal to operate a vehicle in Kentucky with a blood-alcohol concentration at that level. Under this definition, a prosecutor does not have to prove impairment of the driver.
It is important to remember that you can still be convicted even tests show lower limits.
The Kentucky State Police Permit Test
Key numbers for your official Kentucky knowledge examination:
| Test Questions part I: | 30 |
| Test Questions part II: | 10 |
| Passing score (each part): | 80% |
| Time limit: | No |
| Earliest retest if you fail: | 1 day |
Kentucky Written Knowledge Test
The written knowledge test in Kentucky is a two-part examination test with 40 questions.
The first part has 30 questions about Kentucky traffic regulations, safe driving, signals, and common rules of the road. You need 24 correct answers to pass this part.
The second part of the examination is a road sign identification test. Out of 10 road signs, you must correctly identify eight signs based on color, shape, symbols, and word messages.
To pass the written exam, you must score 80% on each part.
This Kentucky Permit Practice Test
This permit practice test is limited to 15 questions focusing on the main part of your driver examination. For a Kentucky road sign practice, you should visit this page: Kentucky Road Signs and What They Mean .
Questions on your practice tests are random, just like the real examination, and they are drawn from a pool with more than 500 questions. All answers to the questions are found in the Kentucky Driver Manual, meaning the test has questions only for the Kentucky examination.
You will get instant feedback and short explanations to help you understand the correct answers. The practice test is easy to use and helps you learn much faster than just studying the Driver Manual.
This permit practice is not an approved or authorized learning tool, and Licenseroute.com is in no way affiliated with the Department of Kentucky State Police. Hundreds of users each year can, however, verify that the practice test has helped them study and pass the exam on their first try.
Is the Kentucky Permit Test Difficult?
Over the years, the Kentucky Driver Manual has been widely criticized for being poorly organized and a patchwork of information. No doubt, this also affects the pass rates in Kentucky. About one-third of all first-time test takers fail the knowledge part of their license examination.
With the proper preparations, the test itself must, however, be considered relatively easy.
Is there a Time Limit on the Test?
There is no time limit on the knowledge test, but examiners expect the test to take 30 minutes. In our experience, most test takers finish in less than 15 minutes.
If you have studied the manual and taken enough practice tests, most questions will be familiar to you, and answering them should be easy. Just remember to read everything with care. Evaluate all answer alternatives before you pick your answer.
Where Should I Take the Test?
In Kentucky, all driver’s license testing is administered by the Department of Kentucky State Police. You must take the test in the county where you reside. If you, for some reason, want to take the test in another county, you must receive written permission from the Transportation Cabinet.
Schools don’t offer knowledge testing, and you cannot take the test online.
Can I Take the Test in Spanish?
The computerized knowledge test is available in several languages, including:
| Albanian |
| Arabic |
| Bosnian |
| Cambodian |
| Chinese |
| Croatian |
| English |
| French |
| German |
| Japanese |
| Korean |
| Laotian |
| Persian |
| Polish |
| Romanian |
| Russian |
| Somali |
| Spanish |
| Thai |
| Turkish |
| Vietnamese |
Will the Practice Test Help Me Pass the Exam?
All research and every survey confirm that practice tests genuinely help.
You should, however, use them wisely. A common mistake is to rely solely on practice tests and try to use them as cheat sheets.
To pass the examination, you must think of the Driver Manual as your primary source of learning. Everything you must study for the test is found in this manual, and we recommend getting a hard copy from the Kentucky State Police. If you are comfortable with studying on a computer, you can also rely on the latest PDF version of the manual, which you can find online .
This practice test works best in combination with the Driver Manual. Try to use both during each study session. It will help you learn much faster.
How Many Times Can I Take this Practice Test?
There is no limit on how many times you can use this practice test and no hidden fees. With random questions in each set, you can feel comfortable that the test will look slightly different each time you take it and challenge your knowledge.
You may be ready for the real driver examination when you reach a full score on each practice test.
Why are there Less Questions on the Practice Test?
We have cut the practice test in half, with 15 questions instead of 30. But we have not excluded any important information. By taking 2-3 tests, you will still cover many subjects from the manual.
What Happens if I Fail the Test?
Many counties allow you to make another attempt the next business day. In the unlikely event of six failures in a row, you must wait at least six months before starting over. So, if you hit four or five failures, you must let someone help you and change your study strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age can I get a Kentucky learner’s permit?
In Kentucky, you must be at least 16 years to apply for your first learner’s permit.
What Documents do I need to apply for a permit?
As a first-time applicant, you must provide proof of the following:
- Identity and date of birth (birth certificate)
- Legal presence (non-citizens)
- Kentucky residence
You must also provide your Social Security Card if you have one.
If you are under 18 years, you must also show proof of school attendance (School Compliance Verification Form) and have a parent or guardian approve the application.
Remember that the parent or legal guardian who signed your driver’s license application can withdraw responsibility anytime, which cancels your permit or license.
Must I enroll in a driver training program?
New drivers under 18 years must complete a driver education program before being eligible for the full, unrestricted driver’s license. You have several options to complete this driver education:
- Classroom version that is offered free of charge.
- Online version with a fee.
- Driver Education Course at a high school.
- Private Driver Training course at a driving school.
If you are 18 years or older, the program is still recommended but not mandatory.
How long must I hold a permit before getting a license?
If you are under 18 years old, you must hold the instruction permit for at least 180 days before applying for an intermediate driver’s license.
A moving traffic violation may force you to restart the 180-day waiting period.
How many hours of driving practice must I complete?
To earn a Kentucky driver’s license, a teen driver must complete at least 50 hours of daylight and 10 hours of night driving (no less than 60 hours).
What are the restrictions on a minor’s permit?
Under no circumstances can you drive on your own when you hold a learner’s permit. A licensed driver in the front passenger seat must always accompany you, and the supervising driver must be at least 21 years old.
You cannot drive between midnight and 6:00 a.m. unless there is an emergency or necessary activities related to your school or work.
You cannot carry more than one passenger under 20 years who is not your immediate family. The passenger restriction does not apply if you drive with a driver training instructor.
If you are under 18 years, you cannot use any wireless communication device while driving, including all handheld and hands-free cell phones and text messaging devices.
All passengers must wear seat belts, regardless of seating position or age.
