Practice test 1 of 10 — Kansas permit test

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1. Question 1: D. The right lane ends ahead

   The right edge line bends in toward the center, which means the right lane ends ahead and drivers in it must move left.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

2. Question 2: A. When its whole front shows in your mirror

   Wait until you can see the whole front of the truck in your mirror before moving in front of it.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses

3. Question 3: A. As far off the road as you can

   Pull as far off the road as you can, onto the shoulder, so you are out of the traffic lanes.

   Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Stopping on highways

4. Question 4: C. 100 feet

   Kansas law says signals must be given "at least 100 feet before making the actual move or turn," and in urban areas signal 100 feet ahead.

   Handbook: SECTION 2- State/Provincial/Territory Laws and Rules of the Road — Signaling for Stops and Turns

5. Question 5: D. Fire crews need to reach it quickly

   Fire crews need fast access to a hydrant, so do not park next to one; check your state for the exact distance.

   Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Where not to park

6. Question 6: D. Follow the officer and go through with care

   Directions from a police officer take the place of signals and signs, so follow the officer and go through with care.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

7. Question 7: A. Let the cyclist pass, then turn

   Yield to the cyclist in the bike lane. Let them go by, then make your turn behind them.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Bicycles

8. Question 8: B. Within 90 days

   A new resident must have a Kansas license "within 90 days of moving to Kansas."

   Handbook: SECTION 1- The Driver’s License — About This Manual

9. Question 9: B. Slow down, and pull off the road to stop

   Slow down with low beams on. If you must stop, pull fully off the road so cars behind do not hit you.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Night and weather

10. Question 10: A. Toward the edge of the road

    With no curb, turn the wheels toward the edge of the road so the car rolls off the road, not into traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parking on hills

11. Question 11: B. Give directions and distances

    Green horizontal signs are guide signs. They show directions, distances and exits.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

12. Question 12: C. Take a break and move your eyes often

    Long, dull drives can make you drowsy. Take breaks and keep your eyes moving.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Fatigue

13. Question 13: A. Whenever your windshield wipers are in use

    Kansas requires you "to turn on your headlights whenever the wipers are used," even in daytime.

    Handbook: SECTION 7- Safe Driving Tips — Communicating

14. Question 14: B. Only while its lights are flashing

    The school limit "is required only when flashing; otherwise obey the roadway's speed limit."

    Handbook: SECTION 6- Rules of the Road — Traffic Signs

15. Question 15: C. Slowly, looking all around you

    Back out slowly and look all around. Your view may be blocked by the cars next to you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Angle parking

16. Question 16: D. It raises the chance of a crash

    Weaving in and out of lanes surprises other drivers and raises the chance of a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Changing lanes

17. Question 17: B. Treat it as an all-way stop

    In general, when signals are dark, treat the intersection as an all-way stop and take turns going.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

18. Question 18: C. A hospital is nearby

    A blue sign with a white "H" points the way to a nearby hospital.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

19. Question 19: D. The highway runs mostly north and south

    Interstate routes with odd numbers usually run north and south; even numbers usually run east and west.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

20. Question 20: D. No closer than 30 feet

    You may not park "within the 30 feet approaching" a stop sign at the side of the road.

    Handbook: SECTION 2- State/Provincial/Territory Laws and Rules of the Road — Parking

21. Question 21: C. Clear the intersection, then pull over

    Do not stop in an intersection. Clear it first, then pull to the right and stop.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Emergency vehicles

22. Question 22: C. 15 to 20 minutes

    To prevent a fatigue crash, "find a safe parking area to take a 15 to 20-minute nap."

    Handbook: SECTION 3- Be in Shape to Drive — Fatigue

23. Question 23: B. No stopping or parking

    In many states a red curb means no stopping or parking. Check your state for its curb colors.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Curb markings

24. Question 24: C. It needs much more distance to stop

    A loaded truck needs much more distance to stop than a car, so it may not be able to stop for you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses

25. Question 25: D. Directions, exits and distances

    Green guide signs show directions, exits and how far it is to places ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors