Kentucky DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. You drive defensively when you: Always put one car length between you and the car ahead. Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards. Look only at the car in front of you while driving

3. When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way Either one. Vehicle on the left. Vehicle on the right. Neither one.

4. A steady yellow light means that a ____ light will soon appear. Flashing yellow. Steady green. Steady red. Flashing red.

5. When in a motor vehicle on a highway, it is: Illegal to either drink from or possess open containers of alcohol in the passenger compartment. All right to drink if you're driving but not drunk. All right to drink if you're not driving

6. Which of the following is not a standard sign shape? All of the answers listed are standard shapes. Diamond. Star Pentagon. Round.

7. If you find yourself in a skid while driving, you must Apply brakes immediately and carefully steer in the opposite direction you want the front of the car to go. Apply brakes immediately and carefully steer in the direction you want the front of the car to go. Ease your foot off the gas and carefully steer in the direction you want the front of the car to go Ease your foot off the gas and carefully steer in the opposite direction you want the front of the car to go.

8. Which of these statements is not true about road workers? Road working equipment is painted orange. Fines are doubled for some violations committed in construction zones. White signs tell you of closed lanes and roadwork ahead. All of the above.

9. If there are double solid yellow lines in the center of the roadway, you: May cross the lines to turn left into a private driveway. Are on a two-lane one-way street. Should treat the lines as a solid wall and not cross for any reason. May cross the lines to pass slower traffic.

10. Before getting out of your car, after parking at a two-way street curb, you should: Make sure you are parked at least two feet from the curb. Turn your front wheels toward the curb. Look for cars or bicycles on the traffic side of your vehicle. Turn your wheel away from the curb.

11. You may not pass another car on either side of a ____ centerline. Combination solid and broken yellow. Single broken yellow. Double solid yellow. Single broken white.

12. A solid yellow line, on your side of the center line, means: Do not pass. Reduce speed. Traffic light ahead

13. What should you do if there is an oncoming vehicle approaching you in your lane of traffic? All of the choices are correct. Beep the horn. Steer towards the shoulder of the road Quickly apply the brakes.

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

15. If you experience a tire blowout Slow down gradually and use brakes lightly. Apply the brakes firmly. Tap or pump the brakes.

16. To turn right onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right lane and end in: The left lane. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane that is available. All of the above.

17. Pedestrians using guide dogs or white canes must: Be given the right-of-way at corners only. Be given the right-of-way at all times. Cross at intersections with traffic controls only. Never cross without being assisted by other pedestrians.

18. According to recent statistics, over ____ % of all traffic accidents are caused ____? 30-- errors in speed limit signs. 45-- distracted or inattentive driving. 50-- distracted driving 75-- driving under the influence.

19. When driving in snow or ice conditions: It is safe to use your cruise control. Drive as you would in normal conditions. Make speed and directional changes more gradually.

20. When double solid yellow lines mark the center of the road and separate oncoming traffic: Passing is not allowed in either direction. Passing is permitted on the right. Passing is permitted on the left

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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.