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If you operate a motor vehicle on public roadways in Kentucky you are required to have a driver’s license or driving permit. The KY DMV written test is based on information contained in the official Kentucky Driver's Manual, and is designed to check your knowledge of rules of the road, road signs, traffic laws and safe driving practices. The Kentucky written test consists of 40 multiple-choice questions, and you'll need at least 32 correct answers to pass (80%). Practice with this sample test to familiarize yourself with the format of the Kentucky driver's license test.
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Right turn on red is permitted:
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Except where prohibited by a sign.
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Only where indicated by a sign.
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Only on divided roads.
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2.
This road sign means:
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Steep grade ahead.
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Slow down, slippery when wet.
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Wrong Way.
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3.
When should you increase your following distance?
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When you are following a large truck.
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When it just started raining.
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All of the above.
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4.
When driving behind a motorcycle, drivers should:
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Slow down.
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Increase the following distance.
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Be ready to sound the horn.
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5.
When approaching a first responder vehicle with flashing lights stopped on or next to a roadway, you should:
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Change into a lane not immediately adjacent to the vehicle or stop, if you’re unable to.
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Slow down to the minimum posted speed limit.
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Move over or slow down if you’re unable to safely make a lane change.
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6.
If you are driving with your high-beam lights on, you must dim them at least ______ from any oncoming vehicle.
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300 feet
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250 feet
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500 feet
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7.
If the truck ahead swings right before making a left turn at an intersection, it is very dangerous to:
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Sound your horn at the truck driver.
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Try to squeeze between the truck and curb to make a left turn.
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Stop behind the truck until it has completed the turn.
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8.
At an intersection with a flashing yellow signal light, drivers should:
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Maintain a constant speed and watch for other vehicles.
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Come to a complete stop before proceeding.
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Slow down an proceed with caution.
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9.
When riding in a vehicle equipped with air bags is, children ages 12 and under are safer:
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Buckled up in the back seat.
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In the bed of a pick-up truck.
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Buckled up in the front seat.
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10.
When using a deceleration lane to exit a roadway, drivers should:
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Disregard the posted advisory speed unless the road is slippery.
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Not slow down until their vehicle has moved onto the deceleration lane.
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Not use their turn signal until their vehicle has moved onto the deceleration lane.
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