Kentucky DMV Driving Test

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1. When backing out of an angled parking space, you should always move slowly and: Look at your rearview mirror. Look over your right shoulder. Have someone outside of the vehicle direct you.

2. At intersections with a 'yield' sign, you must: Yield to those vehicles only on your right. Yield the right-of-way to cross traffic close enough to cause conflict. Slow down and proceed.

3. When you want to pass a large truck in the center of 3 lanes, it is best to pass: Quickly on the left and move ahead of it. Very slowly on the left and move ahead of it. Very quickly on the right and move ahead of it. Very slowly on the right and stay in your lane.

4. Which of the following statements is true regarding making turns? Start from the lane farthest to where you want to go. Start from the lane closest to where you want to go. Always start from the rightmost lane Always start from the leftmost lane.

5. If a car approaches you with bright headlights, you must ____ to prevent being temporarily blinded. Look at the center of the road. Look toward the right edge of the road. Look toward the left edge of the road. Look at the driver of the opposite vehicle.

6. You must signal continuously during the last 100 feet before you turn at an intersection: Unless your turn is protected by a green arrow. Unless you are in a designated turn lane. Even if you do not see other vehicles around. Unless you are traveling faster than other traffic.

7. You are making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street. when you have completed the turn your car should be In the right lane of the street. In the center of the street. In the left lane of the street. In the lane with the least traffic.

8. A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may Turn in that direction after slowing and checking traffic. Turn in that direction after you come to a complete stop. Not turn in that direction until the light turns green.

9. In order to register a motor vehicle, a ____ is required. Certificate of title. Passport. Valid bank account None of the answers listed.

10. One of the rules of defensive driving is Look straight ahead as you drive. Stay alert and keep your eyes moving. Expect that other drivers will make up for your errors Be confident that you can avoid danger at the last minute.

11. If you have trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust, precipitation or smoke blowing across the roadway, you should drive slower and turn on your: Parking lights. Interior lights. Headlights. Emergency lights.

12. Where should you look when you are backing to your left? Out of the driver's side mirror. Out of the passenger side mirror. Out of the rear view mirror Over your left shoulder. Over your right shoulder.

13. Roadways are the most slippery: During a heavy downpour. The first rain after a dry spell. After it has been raining for awhile

14. A ____ offers you the best possible protection in a car crash and, therefore, is your best defense against the drunk driver. Safety seat belt. Curved cushion seat. Car-sensitive toolkit. Windshield wiper.

15. Doing what in a curve may cause the vehicle to skid. Accelerating. Decelerating. Revving the engine Braking. Nothing will cause the vehicle to skid.

16. When turning left at an intersection: You should always yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Oncoming traffic and pedestrians should yield to you. You should never yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

17. Two sets of solid double yellow lines two feet or more apart: May only be crossed to enter a private driveway. Should be treated like a solid wall and not be crossed. Denote a lane for beginning or ending left-hand turns. Denote a center turn lane.

18. Where are driver's more difficult to see? In the middle lane. On the left side. None of the answers listed On the opposite side of the road. On the right side.

19. Drivers on an express highway should avoid 'highway hypnosis' by Continually shifting eyes from one area of the roadway to another. Listening to very loud music. Continuously talking on the cell phone Continually moving the car from one lane to another.

20. If you get sleepy while driving, you should: Move to the right lane and continue driving. Drink coffee to make you stay awake. Drive to a safe place, park, remove the ignition key, and rest. Accelerate so you can get to your destination quicker.

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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.