Kentucky DMV Driving Test

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1. A vehicle going ____ is a slow moving vehicle and is required to display a slow-moving emblem on the back of the vehicle. 15 mph. 25 mph or slower. 30 mph More than 20 mph.

2. To prevent a fatigue-related crash while driving: Continue driving so you will reach your destination sooner. Find a safe parking area to take a 15 to 20 minute nap. Drive late at night when there are not as many users on the roadway.

3. 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.

4. The majority of what you do while driving is based on ____. The air pressure in your tires. The sound of your muffler. What you hear The things you see.

5. A court ordered ignition interlock device will prevent a driver from starting the vehicle if his or her breath-alcohol content is greater than ____. 0.02 0.10 0.04 0.08

6. If you are going to be hit from behind what should you do? All of the answers listed. Brace yourself for impact. Press your head firmly against the head restraint None of the answers listed. Be ready to apply the brake.

7. When it is raining, you should be most careful when turning or stopping: A half hour after it stops raining. During the first half hour of rain. After it has been raining all day

8. When following another vehicle you should use: High beams. Low beams. Parking lights.

9. To do you part in conserving the environment, what can you do? All of the answers are correct. Use public transportation. Carpool with friends or family when possible Walk or ride your bicycle instead of driving.

10. Pedestrians crossing at corners have the right-of-way: Only at controlled intersections. Whether or not a crosswalk is marked. Only when a crosswalk is painted on the street. Only when crossing on green signal.

11. Stopping distances and severity of crashes Decrease as vehicle speed increases. Are not affected by vehicle speed. Increase as vehicle speed increases.

12. What causes most rear-end accidents? Looking in your rearview mirror too often. Following other vehicles too closely. Failing to pay attention. Weaving in and out of traffic.

13. What should a driver do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation? If the intersection is clear, the driver does not need to stop. Come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection. Drive quickly through the intersection to get out of the way of other vehicles

14. How do children present a danger to motorcyclists? All of the answers listed. None of the answers listed. They can dart into traffic They can throw things. They can yell.

15. On a roadway with 3 or more lanes, the left lane used for ____. Passing and speeding. Passing only. Turning only Speeding only. Passing and turning.

16. Which of the following methods is used to turn around on a narrow, two-way street? A three-point turn method. A single-point turn method. A 4-point turn method. A two-point turn method.

17. An all-terrain vehicle is defined as any motor vehicle that is ____ inches or less in width. 100 200 300 50

18. At an intersection controlled by a stop sign, if you can't get a good view of cross-street traffic when you stop behind the white top bar painted on the pavement, you should: Wait 5 seconds, then proceed. Sound your horn before proceeding. Put down your windows, listen for traffic, and then proceed. Pull forward slowly, check for traffic and pedestrians, and proceed when clear.

19. When you are driving in the left lane of a 4-lane freeway and wish to exit on the right, you should: Carefully cross all the lanes at one time. Accelerate so you travel faster than all other traffic on the highway. Slow before beginning each lane change. Change lanes one at a time until you are in the proper lane.

20. What should you do if you miss your turn? Decelerate and back up to the exit. Honk your horn to alert other drivers. Go to the next exit and make your way back None of the answers listed. Stop suddenly and back up.

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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.