2023 Kentucky Permit Test 23
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Kentucky. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Kentucky please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/kentucky/car.
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1. If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
Explanation
Even when you signal, you should not assume that the space you want to occupy is free or that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.
2. This road sign means:
Explanation
A warning sign is usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns that the number of lanes ahead is reduced and that traffic will need to merge to the left.
3. As you approach an intersection with a flashing yellow light:
Explanation
A flashing yellow light means that you should slow down, check for cross traffic, and proceed with caution.
4. When driving on an interstate, to avoid traffic merging from on-ramps to your right, the best thing to do is to:
Explanation
When driving on an interstate highway, be aware of upcoming on-ramps. When traffic permits, move out of the right-hand lane to allow vehicles to enter from the on-ramps to your right.
5. To avoid hydroplaning while driving in rainy conditions, you should:
Explanation
When driving too quickly in wet conditions, your tires may lose all contact with the road surface. Loss of traction will cause the vehicle to ride on top of the water, which is called "hydroplaning." The best way to prevent this from happening is to drive more slowly in rainy or wet conditions than you would when driving during ideal weather conditions.
6. When you are driving on the interstate and see that another vehicle will be entering your lane from an entrance ramp, you should:
Explanation
Make room for vehicles entering interstate highways. Whenever possible, change lanes to allow those entering to merge smoothly and safely.
7. This red and white sign means you should:
Explanation
A three-sided yield sign indicates that you must slow down and be ready to stop, if necessary, to let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed. In this case, you do not have the right-of-way.
8. If all occupants have exited a vehicle, the engine may be left running:
Explanation
