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

As you approach an intersection with a flashing yellow light:

This red and white sign means you should:

This road sign means:

When driving on an interstate, to avoid traffic merging from on-ramps to your right, the best thing to do is to:

When you are driving on the interstate and see that another vehicle will be entering your lane from an entrance ramp, you should:

If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:

If all occupants have exited a vehicle, the engine may be left running:

To avoid hydroplaning while driving in rainy conditions, you should:

Stop before crossing the intersection.
Slow down and proceed with caution.
Wait for a green light before proceeding.

Stop and check for traffic coming from both directions before proceeding.
Give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you wish to enter or cross.
Maintain a steady speed and check for traffic coming from all directions.

Road widens ahead.
Lane reduction. The right lane ends soon and traffic should merge left.
Highway entrance ramp ahead.

Change lanes to the left.
Slow down.
Maintain your speed and position.

Speed up to pass them.
Change lanes to allow them room to safely merge.
Ignore them because you have the right-of-way.

Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.
Assume the other driver will let you pass if you use your turn signal.
Assume the other driver will maintain a constant speed.

Under no circumstances.
If the driver will only be away for a couple minutes.
If the driver will be away for less than an hour.

Drive at a speed appropriate for ideal conditions.
Apply your brakes as soon as your car starts to skid.
Slow down.