Directions: To drive safely in Kentucky, you need good eyesight and coordination, a sound knowledge and understanding of Kentucky’s traffic laws. The Kentucky knowledge test is a 40 question multiple choice test. Each question is displayed along with three possible answers. You must answer at least 32 questions correctly to pass the test.

If you fail the written test, you may return the next day that tests are given in your county. Applicants may take the written test a total of six times. If you fail the written test six times, you must wait six months before trying again.

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	40
Passing score:	32

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Kentucky driver's examination

This sign means:

At an intersection with stop signs on all corners, yield the right-of-way to any driver:

If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must:

At a crosswalk:

Roads are slippery after it first starts to rain. When the road is slippery, you should:

You may pass a vehicle when:

You are involved in a minor collision at an intersection. There are no injuries and there is very little vehicle damage. You should:

To pass on a two-lane road, you should:

Watch for bicycles.
Bicycles not allowed.
Bicycle repair shop ahead.

On your left.
Who arrived before you.
Across from your vehicle.

Slow down because the lane ends ahead.
Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead.
Change lanes and maintain your current speed.

You must yield to pedestrians.
Pedestrians must yield to you.
Construction workers must yield to you.

Avoid making turns and stops while driving at high speeds.
Test your tires' traction while going uphill.
Decrease the distance you look ahead of your vehicle.

You are on a hill or curve.
You are on a road with a solid line next to your lane.
You are on a road with a broken line next to your lane.

Leave your vehicle in the traffic lane until law enforcement arrives.
Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible.
Not move your vehicle for any reason.

Sound your horn as you pass.
Flash your headlights as you pass.
Judge the distance to any oncoming vehicles.