Practice test 2 of 10 — Kentucky permit test

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1. Question 1: B. From the far left lane into the far left lane

   Turning left from one one-way street onto another, start in the far left lane and end in the far left lane.

   Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Turns

2. Question 2: B. Signal right before your exit

   Signal right just before your exit so others know you are leaving the roundabout.

   Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Roundabouts

3. Question 3: A. Within 30 days

   People moving to Kentucky must get a Kentucky license "within 30 days of establishing residence."

   Handbook: Section One: The Driver’s License — Transferring From Another State

4. Question 4: D. No passing from either side

   Two solid yellow lines down the center of the road mean no passing from either side.

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

5. Question 5: A. No, it still takes your mind off driving

   A hands-free call still takes your mind off driving, so it is not fully safe.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Distracted driving

6. Question 6: C. By driving, you agree to alcohol or drug tests

   Implied consent means that by driving, you have agreed to a test for alcohol or drugs if lawfully asked.

   Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Testing and implied consent

7. Question 7: A. Dirt and glare make it harder to see

   A dirty windshield adds glare and makes it harder to see, most of all at night.

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

8. Question 8: D. Move over a lane, or slow down

   Every state has a move over law. Move over a lane if you can, or slow down if you cannot.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Emergency and work vehicles

9. Question 9: C. All traffic moves the way the arrow points

   A one way sign means all traffic on that road moves only in the direction the arrow shows.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

10. Question 10: D. Where to stop for a sign or signal

    A stop line shows where you must stop for a stop sign or a red light.

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

11. Question 11: C. You may lose control if the tires slip

    On wet or icy roads cruise control may keep powering the wheels when they slip, which can make you lose control.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

12. Question 12: D. The car on the through road

    At a T-intersection with no signs, traffic on the ending road yields to traffic on the through road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Uncontrolled intersections

13. Question 13: A. Stop, and do not pass the bus

    When a vehicle has stopped at a crosswalk for people crossing, stop too and do not pass it; it can hide people in front of it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

14. Question 14: D. Near a hill, curve, or intersection

    Do not pass near a hill, curve, intersection or rail crossing, where you cannot see oncoming traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Passing

15. Question 15: D. Let it go through first

    Yield to vehicles already in the intersection. Wait for them to clear it before you go.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Stop signs and intersections

16. Question 16: A. Wait until they have crossed

    People who are still in the crosswalk when your light turns green have the right-of-way. Wait for them to cross.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

17. Question 17: A. Move them to the shoulder

    In a Kentucky non-injury crash, the law says to "move the damaged vehicles to the shoulder of the roadway."

    Handbook: Section Nine: Emergency Situations and Avoiding Crashes — Collisions

18. Question 18: D. No more than 5 feet away

    Stop within 5 feet, as the Kentucky manual says not to stop "more than five (5) feet from the crosswalk."

    Handbook: Section Ten: Sharing the Road — Blind Pedestrian Right-of-Way

19. Question 19: C. Crashes caused by big speed gaps

    A minimum speed limit keeps very slow cars off the highway, since big speed gaps lead to crashes.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Special speed zones

20. Question 20: C. The lower limit applies while lights flash

    With a "when flashing" plaque, the lower school speed limit applies while the yellow lights are flashing.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

21. Question 21: D. No, impaired driving is illegal everywhere

    Even where marijuana is legal, driving while impaired by it is illegal everywhere.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Drugs and medicine

22. Question 22: A. The edge of the road

    A solid white edge line marks the right edge of the road and helps you stay on it at night and in fog.

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

23. Question 23: B. You may turn left; oncoming cars must stop

    A green arrow gives you a protected turn in that direction. Oncoming traffic should be stopped, but still watch for people in the crosswalk.

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

24. Question 24: B. 180 days

    Kentucky permit holders ages 15 to 20 "must hold the driving permit for a minimum of 180 days."

    Handbook: Section One: The Driver’s License — Applicants Under Age 18 (Graduated Driver License Program)

25. Question 25: C. Yield

    The downward-pointing triangle is used only for the yield sign.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

26. Question 26: 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

27. Question 27: B. 65 mph

    Unless posted otherwise, 65 mph is "the speed limit on interstate highways and parkways" in Kentucky.

    Handbook: Section Eight: Safe Driving Tips — Kentucky Speed Limits

28. Question 28: A. Ahead of the hazard, to give you time

    Warning signs are placed ahead of the hazard so you have time to see it and slow down.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

29. Question 29: B. Warn you about the road ahead

    Yellow is the color of general warning signs. They tell you about curves, crossings and other hazards ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

30. Question 30: D. Stop and wait behind the stop line

    A steady red light means stop. Wait behind the stop line or crosswalk until you may legally go.

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

31. Question 31: D. About every 100 miles or 2 hours

    On long trips, the Kentucky manual says to plan to "stop about every 100 miles or 2 hours."

    Handbook: Section Three: Be in Shape to Drive — Fatigue

32. Question 32: B. 12 points

    Kentucky may suspend an adult driver at "12 points (7 points if under age eighteen) within a two-year period."

    Handbook: Section One: The Driver’s License — The Kentucky Point System

33. Question 33: B. Any time it is hard to see

    Turn on your headlights any time it is hard to see, such as at dusk, in rain or in fog.

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

34. Question 34: C. Under 8

    In Kentucky it is illegal "to leave a child under the age of eight (8) years" in a car in such a way, so never leave a child under 8 there.

    Handbook: Section Four: Before You Drive — Unattended Children

35. Question 35: D. They are small and hard to see

    Motorcycles are small and easy to miss, so look twice before turning, most of all when turning left.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Motorcycles

36. Question 36: B. Bikes may use the full lane, so expect them in it

    This shared-lane marking means bikes may use the full lane, so expect cyclists in it and pass only when safe.

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

37. Question 37: A. So drivers can tell them apart even from behind

    Their unique shapes let drivers tell what they are even when the front is covered by snow or seen from behind.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

38. Question 38: C. 55 mph

    Unless posted otherwise, 55 mph "is the speed limit on all other state highways" in Kentucky.

    Handbook: Section Eight: Safe Driving Tips — Kentucky Speed Limits

39. Question 39: D. No, the car must have mechanical signals

    Under Signaling Your Movements, the Kentucky manual says "your vehicle must have mechanical signals" and "hand signals cannot be used."

    Handbook: Section Eight: Safe Driving Tips — Signaling Your Movements

40. Question 40: C. Stay calm and let it go

    Do not respond to an angry driver. Stay calm, avoid eye contact, and give them room.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Road rage