Kentucky DMV Driving Test

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1. Left turns on a red light are only permitted when? Under no condition is a left turn on red permitted. When they want. When traffic dictates they have to When turning from a one way street onto a one way street. When there is a sign.

2. Which of the following will you be scored on when taking your road test? All of the answers listed. Stopping and starting on a hill. Stopping Turning around. Backing.

3. Select the statement below that is true: People with more body fat are less prone to alcohol intoxication. Body weight has no effect on the rate of intoxication. Alcohol is able to be absorbed by water. Food in the stomach prevents alcohol intoxication.

4. Regular tune ups on your vehicle can improve your fuel economy by what percentage? 10% 15% 18% 25% 20%

5. The majority of what you do while driving is based on ____. The air pressure in your tires. The sound of your muffler. What you hear The things you see.

6. If your vehicle breaks down, you should: Pull off of the road as far as possible, while still visible. Turn on 4-way flashers and open your hood (if not wet out). Place emergency flares/signs 100 feet around your vehicle. All of the above.

7. At an intersection controlled by a stop sign, if you can't get a good view of cross-street traffic when you stop behind the white top bar painted on the pavement, you should: Wait 5 seconds, then proceed. Sound your horn before proceeding. Put down your windows, listen for traffic, and then proceed. Pull forward slowly, check for traffic and pedestrians, and proceed when clear.

8. When you turn from a high-speed, two-lane roadway, ____ if you have traffic following you. Try to apply brakes and keep the steering steady. Try to quickly slow down your vehicle. Try not to slow down your vehicle too suddenly. Try to increase the speed of your vehicle.

9. Use your high-beam headlights at night: As little as possible. Only on unlit streets. Whenever it is legal and safe. Always on a highway.

10. What is an important step in turning? Always move to the left lane. Increase your speed. Check traffic in all directions.

11. The 3 main colors guiding traffic are: ____, ____ and ____. Blue, red, orange. Red, green, yellow. Yellow, green, blue Red, blue, green.

12. You must look for bicycle riders in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they: Must ride facing oncoming traffic. Are entitled to share the road with you. Have the right-of-way.

13. What does this diamond-shaped sign mean?

An emergency vehicle ahead. A traffic island ahead. Traffic police ahead. A flagger ahead.

14. The best thing to do if you become tired or sleepy while driving is: Drink coffee. Open a window. Get rest or change drivers.

15. If you have had 3 beers in the past hour, about how long will it take for all the alcohol to leave your blood stream? One hour. Two hours. Three hours.

16. When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within ____ feet of a vehicle traveling in your direction. 300 400 200 100

17. When driving in snow, how much should you reduce your speed? Reduce by 10 mph. Reduce by 5 mph. Reduce by half Reduce by 25 mph. Reduce by 15 mph.

18. Which of the following driving skills are affected by the use of alcohol and/or drugs? Alertness and concentration. Reaction time and coordination. All of the above are affected

19. If you rear-ended a car, you were probably: Looking in your rearview mirror too often. Weaving in and out of traffic. Following too closely. Driving too slow.

20. Which of the below are common factors contributing to traffic crashes? Getting adequate rest and staying alert. Scanning the environment and staying focused on the driving task. Exceeding the posted speed limit and driving too fast for conditions or circumstances.

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To operate a motorcycle in Kentucky, you must have a motorcycle license or permit. Licenses are issued by the county Circuit Court Clerk's Office. If you are younger than 18, you can apply with parental consent and a valid driver's license. At age 16, you can apply for a moped license, which allows you to operate a moped that is 50cc or less. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license, you must have held a permit for at least one month, submit your application and documentation, pass the motorcycle road skills test, and pay the fees. The motorcycle road skills test can be waived if you successfully complete a motorcycle rider education course.

The knowledge exam is taken through your local Circuit Court Clerk's Office and contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety, operation, and road signs. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road skills test is scheduled through the Kentucky State Police (KSP). It assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait a week before you can retest.