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Kentucky permit practice: 20 free questions

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Written from Kentucky Driver Manual. Independently checked October 26, 2026.

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Question 1 of 20

You reach an intersection with a flashing red traffic signal. What should you do?

ASlow down and continue if no car is close.BStop fully, then enter when the way is clear.CStay stopped until a steady green light appears.

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Correct answer: B. Stop fully, then enter when the way is clear.

A flashing red signal requires a complete stop. Check for traffic before moving through.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Six: Rules of the Road — Traffic Signals — Flashing Lights, PDF page 43. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 2 of 20

A red arrow points toward the turn you want to make. When may you make that turn?

AAfter stopping, if no traffic is approaching.BWhenever traffic moving straight has a green light.CWhen the arrow changes to green.

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Correct answer: C. When the arrow changes to green.

The red arrow prohibits movement in its direction until it changes to green.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Six: Rules of the Road — Traffic Signals — Lighted Arrows, PDF page 43. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 3 of 20

You and a driver on your right reach a four-way stop at the same time. Who should go first?

AThe driver on your right.BYou, because you are to the other driver’s left.CWhichever driver signals first.

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Correct answer: A. The driver on your right.

At a simultaneous arrival at a four-way stop, yield to the vehicle on your right. Check that the intersection is safe before proceeding.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Six: Rules of the Road — Yielding Right of Way, PDF page 42. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 4 of 20

You are leaving a private driveway to enter a public highway. Who must you yield to?

AOnly highway traffic coming from your left.BDrivers using the public highway.COnly drivers who sound their horns.

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Correct answer: B. Drivers using the public highway.

Traffic already using the public highway has priority over a vehicle entering from a driveway.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Six: Rules of the Road — Yielding Right of Way, PDF page 42. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 5 of 20

Two marked lanes allow drivers to turn in the same direction. What should you do while making the turn?

AMove into whichever lane has the shortest queue.BChange lanes halfway through if you signal.CKeep to your chosen lane throughout the turn.

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Correct answer: C. Keep to your chosen lane throughout the turn.

Complete the turn in the lane you entered for it. A lane change should wait until the turn is finished and traffic permits.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Seven: General Driving — Turning and Turnabouts — Multiple Lanes Turning, PDF page 50. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 6 of 20

You are using an acceleration lane to enter a multi-lane highway. Which approach should you use?

ABuild up to traffic speed and merge into a safe gap.BMerge at a much lower speed so highway traffic can pass.CExpect highway traffic to yield as you reach the ramp’s end.

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Correct answer: A. Build up to traffic speed and merge into a safe gap.

Use the ramp’s acceleration lane to match traffic speed before merging. Vehicles already on the highway have priority.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Seven: General Driving — Entering a Multi-lane Highway, PDF page 55. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 7 of 20

What does a speed limit sign tell a driver about travel in ideal conditions?

AThe lowest speed allowed on the road.BThe highest speed legally allowed.CThe speed required regardless of road conditions.

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Correct answer: B. The highest speed legally allowed.

The posted number is the legal upper limit for ideal conditions.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Six: Rules of the Road — Traffic Signs — Regulatory Signs — Speed Limit Signs, PDF page 46. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 8 of 20

In ordinary driving conditions, what minimum following interval does Kentucky recommend between your car and the vehicle ahead?

A2 seconds.B3 seconds.C4 seconds.

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Correct answer: C. 4 seconds.

Leave at least 4 seconds behind the vehicle ahead. Increase the gap when conditions call for additional space.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Eight: Safe Driving Tips — Space Management — Space in Front, PDF page 59. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 9 of 20

You park on a hill where there is no curb. How should you position the front wheels?

ASo a rolling vehicle would move away from the roadway.BSo a rolling vehicle would move toward the road’s center.CStraight ahead, regardless of the roadside.

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Correct answer: A. So a rolling vehicle would move away from the roadway.

Aim the wheels so an unintended roll would take the vehicle off the road.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Seven: General Driving — Parking on a Hill, PDF page 54. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 10 of 20

You are leaving your parked vehicle for a short errand. What does Kentucky law require you to do with the engine and key?

ALeave the engine running if the doors are locked.BShut off the engine and take out the key.CTake out the key only if you will be away overnight.

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Correct answer: B. Shut off the engine and take out the key.

Before leaving the vehicle, stop the engine and remove its key. A brief stop does not remove this requirement.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Seven: General Driving — Parking — Parallel Parking, PDF page 53. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 11 of 20

On a two-lane road, a school bus ahead is loading children with its stop arm and signal lights activated. When may you proceed?

AAs soon as its stop arm starts to fold.BOnce the children nearest your car reach the shoulder.CAfter everyone has cleared the road and the bus moves.

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Correct answer: C. After everyone has cleared the road and the bus moves.

Stay stopped until passengers are clear and the bus starts moving. Do not pass a stopped bus that is loading children.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Seven: General Driving — Rules for School Buses, PDF page 52. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 12 of 20

A motorcycle is traveling ahead of your car. May you drive beside it within the same lane?

ANo; give the motorcycle the entire lane.BYes, if you leave room for its handlebars.CYes, if the motorcyclist stays near the lane’s edge.

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Correct answer: A. No; give the motorcycle the entire lane.

A motorcyclist needs the full lane to respond to traffic. Keep your car out of the rider’s lane space.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Ten: Sharing the Road — Motorcyclists, PDF page 70. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 13 of 20

You must brake hard to avoid a crash in a vehicle with anti-lock brakes. What should you do?

APump the pedal quickly.BPress the pedal hard and maintain pressure.CRelease the pedal whenever it vibrates.

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Correct answer: B. Press the pedal hard and maintain pressure.

Keep firm pressure on the brake so ABS can operate. Pedal vibration during ABS operation is normal.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Nine: Emergency Situations and Avoiding Crashes — Emergencies and Avoiding Crashes — Braking, PDF page 63. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 14 of 20

You find a flooded section of roadway ahead. What should you do?

AFollow a larger vehicle through the water.BDrive through quickly to avoid stalling.CChoose a different route.

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Correct answer: C. Choose a different route.

Avoid entering floodwater that covers the road. Use another route to reach your destination.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Eight: Safe Driving Tips — Adjusting To Roadway Conditions — Flooded roadways, PDF page 58. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 15 of 20

You are unsure whether a new prescription medicine will affect your driving. What should you do before driving?

AAsk your doctor or pharmacist about its effects.BTry a short drive to check your reaction time.CAssume it is safe because a doctor prescribed it.

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Correct answer: A. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about its effects.

Prescription medicines can impair driving. Check the warnings and seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist when you are unsure.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Three: Be in Shape to Drive — Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Driving — Prescription Drugs, PDF page 34. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 16 of 20

An officer lawfully requests chemical testing after suspecting you of impaired driving in Kentucky. What does implied consent require?

AAgree only if your license was issued in Kentucky.BSubmit to the testing lawfully requested by the officer.CSelect just one test even if several are lawfully requested.

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Correct answer: B. Submit to the testing lawfully requested by the officer.

Driving carries consent to lawfully requested chemical testing. The requirement can cover blood, breath, urine, or a combination of tests.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Three: Be in Shape to Drive — Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Driving — Alcohol and the Law, PDF page 34. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 17 of 20

Your vehicle has lane-keeping assistance and automatic emergency braking. How should you use these features?

ALet them handle traffic checks on familiar roads.BWatch the road only when a warning sounds.CKeep monitoring traffic and remain responsible for driving.

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Correct answer: C. Keep monitoring traffic and remain responsible for driving.

Driver assistance supports your driving but still requires your attention. Continue checking your surroundings and understand each feature’s limits.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Four: Before You Drive — Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Safety Features, PDF page 40. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 18 of 20

How should the shoulder portion of a safety belt be worn?

AOver the shoulder and across the chest.BUnder the arm to keep it away from the neck.CBehind the back if the vehicle has air bags.

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Correct answer: A. Over the shoulder and across the chest.

The shoulder belt should cross your chest and shoulder with little slack. Routing it under an arm or behind your back can cause serious injury.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section Four: Before You Drive — Using Safety Belts, PDF page 38. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 19 of 20

A learner is practicing in a car with a Kentucky instruction permit. What is the minimum age of the licensed supervisor beside the learner in the front passenger seat?

A18 years.B21 years.C25 years.

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Correct answer: B. 21 years.

A supervising driver must be licensed and at least 21. The supervisor belongs beside the learner in the front passenger seat.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section One: The Driver’s License — Licensing Requirements — Applicants Under Age 18 (Graduated Driver License Program) — Step 1: Permit Phase — Permit Driving, PDF page 13. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 20 of 20

For an intermediate license through Kentucky’s graduated licensing program, what minimum number of practice hours must be completed at night?

A5 hours.B15 hours.C10 hours.

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Correct answer: C. 10 hours.

The driving log needs at least 60 practice hours altogether, including 10 at night.

Source: Kentucky Driver Manual — Section One: The Driver’s License — Licensing Requirements — Applicants Under Age 18 (Graduated Driver License Program) — Step 1: Permit Phase, PDF page 13. Checked October 26, 2026.

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