Kentucky DMV Driving Test

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

2. It is best not to drive in the fog, but if you must do so, you should use: Low-beam lights. High beam lights. Fog lights only. Windshield wipers.

3. To avoid sudden last-minute moves, how far ahead should you look when scanning the road for hazards? 4 to six seconds. Six to eight seconds. 10 to 15 seconds. 15 to 30 seconds.

4. A pedestrian using a white cane or a white cane tipped with red is usually A crew person. A blind person. A school child A flag person.

5. You can pass a vehicle ahead if it safe to do so when: There is a broken line on your side of the road. You are on a hill or curve. You are on a road with a solid line on your side of the road.

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. A non U.S. citizen with a permanent resident card can apply for a drivers license where? At the dmv office. At the kentucky highway department. At the local circuit court clerk's office At the local police department.

8. 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.

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

10. A person must be at least ____ years old to obtain a kentucky driver's license. 15 16 21 18

11. When is it safe to pass another vehicle? When driving through an intersection and there are no oncoming vehicles. Whenever signs and/or roadway markings permit passing other vehicles. When entering a curve and there are no oncoming vehicles.

12. Highway and expressway guide signs are: Orange with black letters. Green with white letters. Yellow with black letters. Red with white letters.

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

14. When should you use your high beam headlights? When there are no oncoming vehicles approaching. When you are following another vehicle or in heavy traffic. When you come within about a one-block distance of an oncoming vehicle.

15. You may drive in a bike lane: During rush hour traffic if bicycles are not present. No more than 200 feet before making right turn. Whenever bicycles are not present. Any time.

16. Where should you start your u-turn on a street with two lanes in each direction? Always use the center left turn lane. The left lane. The right lane. Any available lane.

17. Which of the following is used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning Flashing red lights. Flashing yellow lights. White lines on the side of the road. White arrows in the middle of the lanes.

18. Before reaching the crest of a hill or entering a curve, you must ____ and watch for oncoming vehicles. Slow down, move to the right side of the road. Speed up, turn on the headlights. Speed up, change gears. Slow down, move to the left side of the road.

19. 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

20. If you are driving and you find that nothing seems to help you stay awake, you should: Turn on your air-conditioner and drink coffee. Open your windows and turn up the radio. Pull off the road, park, remove your ignition key and rest. Drive faster so you can reach 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.