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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.
1. Allowing a space cushion around your vehicle is important because:
It gives you more time and room to react to changing traffic and road conditions.
It increases your braking distance.
It helps you see your blind spots.
2. If you hit an unattended parked vehicle and cannot find the vehicle’s owner, you:
Must immediately call the police.
May go on your way.
Must leave a note with your name, phone number, address and circumstances of the accident.
3. A motorist approaching a bicyclist should:
Change lane.
Slow down and pass as far away from the cyclist as possible.
Honk the horn as a warning.
4. Always stop before crossing railroad tracks when:
There isn't room for your vehicle on the other side of the tracks.
You have children in the car.
A truck or bus is following you.
5. Which of the following statements is true about the effects of alcohol?
Alcohol reduces important abilities needed to drive safely.
Alcohol affects everyone equally.
All of the above.
6. When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:
Drive to the right side of the road and stop.
Stay in your lane, slow down, and let it pass.
Maintain your speed.
7. This red and white sign means you should:
yield sign
Slow down and give the right-of-way to cross traffic or pedestrians.
Have the right-of-way at an intersection.
Come to a stop and check that the road is clear before entering or crossing.
8. Before you back into the street, you should:
Check for traffic before getting in the car.
Check for children around your car.
Sound your horn so that children will get out of the way.
9. When you are approaching an intersection with a green traffic light, you should:
Clear the intersection as soon as possible.
Assume bicyclist and pedestrians will give you the right-of-way.
Drive through the intersection, as long as it is is clear of other vehicles, bicyclist, or pedestrians.
10. If you begin to feel drowsy while driving, you should:
Get some coffee.
Open your window.
Stop driving.
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