DMV permit Test 1
DMV permit Test 2
+ Test ▾
▾
FAQ
Español

Ace Your DMV Written Test with our Guaranteed Cheat Sheet.

Sample KY Driver's Test 2021

(From the 2021 Kentucky driver handbook)

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

Directions: You will be given a knowledge test to determine how well you know Kentucky traffic laws and safe driving practices. Getting a driver's license in KY becomes possible in case you have successfully passed the DMV KY driving test. Practice online with our sample DMV tests and get the highest exam results.

You have made error so far

Go to next section

Passing grade —

8 or fewer errors

advertising

1.

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a business or residential area is:

15 mph.
25 mph.
35 mph.

Explanation ▾

When driving in a business or residential area, the speed limit is 35 miles per hour. If a different speed limit is posted, follow the posted speed limit.

2.

You are coming to an intersection with a flashing red light. You should:

Slow down and yield the right-of-way.
Slow down and drive carefully through the intersection.
Come to a complete stop, check the traffic, and go when it is safe to do so.

Explanation ▾

A flashing red traffic light means the same thing as a stop sign. You must come to a complete stop, yield to other traffic and pedestrians, and then proceed when it safe to do so.

3.

Blind spots are:

Spots in your vision when you become fatigued.
Areas of the road that cannot be seen in a vehicle's mirrors.
Traffic control devices.

Explanation ▾

When changing lanes, look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move. Check for obstructions near the rear corners of your vehicle. These areas are called “blind spots” because you cannot see them by using your mirrors.

4.

Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:

Station wagon.
Passenger vehicle.
Motorcycle.

Explanation ▾

Allow for extra space when driving behind a motorcycle. Motorcycles can stop more quickly than other vehicles can and you must have adequate room to stop if the motorcyclist brakes or falls off. Also, remember that motorcycles are difficult to see at night because they only have one tail light.

5.

Your chest should be ____ from the center of the steering column.

10 to 12 inches
Five inches
20 inches

Explanation ▾

Before driving, adjust the driver's seat so you are able to see the pavement 12 to 15 feet in front of your vehicle. Your chest should be located 10 to 12 inches from the center of the steering column and your shoulders should be no lower than the top of the steering wheel.

6.

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

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

Explanation ▾

After coming to a full stop, vehicles should proceed through a four-way stop in the order in which they arrive to the intersection. If multiple vehicles arrive at the same time, the vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right.

7.

Which of the following road surfaces freezes first?

A tunnel
An intersection
A bridge

Explanation ▾

Pavement on bridges and overpasses can become icy even when other surrounding pavement is dry. Bridges often freeze before, and thaw out after, the rest of a road.

8.

You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should:

Turn off your engine until the person crosses the street.
Tell the pedestrian when to cross the street.
Wait until the person crosses the street.

Explanation ▾

Pedestrians using guide dogs or white canes (with or without a red tip) must be given the right-of-way at all times.

Grade this section

Rate this test

4.8 out of 5
based on 46 votes

Ace Your DMV Written Test
Get your Cheat Sheet Now!

kentucky motorcycle practice test kentucky CDL practice test Examen de manejo DMV en kentucky Watch this test on Youtube

Wait, before you go

Ace your DMV Written Test with our Guaranteed Cheat Sheet.

Save Time
pass on your first try
97.5% passing rate

Take me to the cheat sheet No thanks

© 2021 DMV Written test

Privacy Policies

Terms and conditions