Kansas DMV Driver’s License Tests & Permit Practice
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#1. When must you use parking lights?
Whenever it is necessary to drive with your lights on, you must use your headlights. Never drive with the parking lights on.
#2. What does this sign mean?
Divided highway ahead (divided highway begins).
The highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways. Keep to the right.
#3. Which is true about large trucks?
Trucks have longer stopping and accelerating distances. A tractor-trailer loaded with freight, safe-rated tires, and properly adjusted brakes, traveling at 55 miles per hour on a clear, dry roadway requires a minimum of 290 feet to come to a complete stop.
#4. You approach this road sign. What does it mean?
Side road. Another road enters the highway from the direction shown. Watch for traffic from that direction
#5. Motorcycle operators have the right to:
Motorcycle operators have the right to use a complete traffic lane.
#6. The background color of a sign giving directional information on the turnpike is:
Green background with white reflective letters are used on the Turnpike
#7. If an animal suddenly runs in front of your vehicle, you should:
The safest alternative may be hitting the animal. Do not swerve into oncoming traffic or off the roadway to avoid hitting the animal, your risk of personal injury may be greater if you do. Concentrate on regaining control of the vehicle before, during, and after the collision with the animal.
#8. What does this sign mean?
A yield sign is a downward pointing triangle. It is red and white with red letters. You will see no other signs of this shape on the highway.
Slow down and give vehicles crossing your path the right-of-way. If the way is clear, you may move forward slowly without stopping. Yield signs are usually placed where auxiliary roads lead into major roads.
#9. When driving inside a roundabout, you should:
Do not drive alongside large vehicles, such as trucks and buses in a traffic circle or roundabout. Large vehicles may have to swing wide on the approach to or within the roundabout.
#10. If you see flashing red lights at a railroad crossing, you must:
A stop must be made within 50 feet but not less than 15 feet from nearest rail. You may not proceed until you can do so safely.
#11. You have given consent to take a test for determining the alcoholic level in your blood:
Kansas law (K.S.A. 8-1001) requires a driver to submit to and complete one or more test of breath, blood, or urine to determine if the driver is under the influence of alcohol or drugs or both.
This is known as the implied consent law.
#12. If you are having vehicle trouble and must stop, you should always:
If you are having vehicle trouble and have to stop get your vehicle off the road and away from traffic, if possible. Make sure that other roadway users can see your disabled vehicle. All too often crashes occur because a driver did not see a disabled vehicle until it was too late to stop.
#13. What does this sign mean?
You have entered a lane of oncoming traffic.
Remember, if you pass this sign, you are already driving against traffic. Turn around!
Wrong-way signs are used as a supplement to the do not enter sign. They are placed along the exit ramp or the one-way roadway farther from the crossroad.
#14. Failing to appear for court date will result in:
Failing to appear for court date will result in a mandatory indefinite suspension.
#15. A lane with this pavement marking may be used by:
Sharrows are road markers on the pavement that provide a recommendation of where in a lane a bicyclist should ride to flow easiest with other traffic. Designated by a bicycle with two chevrons (arrows) pointing above it, you will find sharrows on roads with higher volumes of traffic. Sharrows also remind motorists that bicyclists are allowed to lawfully use this portion of a lane.
#16. On a country road at night, a vehicle with high beams comes toward you. What should you do?
Avoid looking directly into the lights of cars you are meeting. Instead, watch the right-hand edge of the road.
Never wear sunglasses at night.
#17. Which of the following is a common mistake while driving?
Avoid staring directly in front of your car. Keep shifting your eyes from one area of the roadway to another, near and far left and right. You should be constantly aware of the road and the other vehicles around you.
Leave as much space between your vehicle and the one ahead as you possibly can.
#18. What traffic must stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far-right lane on a four-lane roadway without a barrier between lanes?
You must stop. It is the law. It does not matter which side of the road you are traveling on.
If the school bus is on the other side of a divided highway with a barrier between travel directions, you do not need to stop.
#19. When a traffic signal is showing a steady green arrow, you:
Proceed with caution only in the direction the arrow points. Remember that you must yield to all pedestrians and vehicles already in the intersection.
When the green arrow is shown in a left-turn signal, it means that opposing traffic is stopped. This is known as a protected turn.
Remember, the green arrow does not mean that ALL other traffic is stopped by a red light.
#20. A car passenger, less than two years of age, must:
All children under age eight must ride in an appropriate child safety restraint unless the child is four feet and nine inches or taller.
- Infants from birth to at least age one, and until they are at least 20 pounds should ride in the back seat in a properly installed, rear-facing infant seat.
- Toddlers over one year old and at least 20 pounds should ride in the back seat in a properly installed, forward-facing child safety seat.
- Children between the ages of 4 and 8, who are no more than 4 feet 9 inches tall, should ride in the back seat in a properly installed, booster seat.
- When children outgrow their booster seats, usually at age 8 or when they are 4 feet 9 inches tall, they can use the adult safety belt in the back seat.
#21. Does a posted speed limit of 65 mph mean you may drive 65 mph on that highway under all conditions?
Speed limits are posted for ideal conditions. You must never drive a vehicle at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions then existing.
#22. The risk of hydroplaning increases:
Chances of hydroplaning increase as speeds increase.
In a standard passenger car, partial hydroplaning starts at about 35 mph, and increases with speed to about 55 mph at which point the tires may be totally up on the water. In a severe rainstorm, for example, the tires lose all contact with the road at 55 mph.
#23. When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curbs, your front wheels should be:
Headed either uphill or downhill and there is no curb, turn the wheels to the right so the car will roll away from the center of the road if the brakes fail.
Remember, when you park on a hill, the general rule is to turn your wheels sharply toward the side of the road or curb. This way, if your vehicle starts to roll downhill, it will roll away from traffic. However, when headed uphill at a curb, you should turn the front wheels in the opposite direction, away from the curb and towards the road. Then, let your vehicle roll backwards until the back of your front wheel touches the curb. The curb will stop your car from rolling into traffic.
#24. A fluorescent or reflective orange and red triangle means the vehicle is:
A fluorescent or reflective orange and red triangle displayed on the rear of vehicles drawn by animals, farm equipment or construction equipment means the vehicle is traveling less than 25 mph. Use caution when approaching a slow-moving vehicle and be sure it is safe before you pass.
#25. If you have pulled out to pass another vehicle on the left side of the road and an oncoming vehicle is approaching faster than expected, you should:
In preparing to pass, check the road ahead for sufficient distance and the road behind for other traffic that may be preparing to pass you. If it appears that you will not have time to complete the pass before meeting oncoming traffic, slow down and return to the lane behind the vehicle you were passing.
| This Practice Test | |
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| Number of questions on each practice test: | 25 |
| Question pool: | 750+ |
| This is a randomized practice test | |
Facts about Your Kansas Knowledge Test
| Kansas DOV Knowledge Test for Learner’s Permit and Driver’s License | |
|---|---|
| Number of questions on exam: | 25 questions |
| Passing score: | 80 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | n/a |
| Wait time before retest: | 1 day (New fee is required) |
Kansas Practice Tests for Your Learner Permit & Driver’s License
This sample test is intended as a learning tool when you study for the Kansas DOV knowledge examination.
It draws 25 random questions from a question bank containing all essential items in the Kansas Driving Handbook.
You can find everything you need to learn for your written knowledge in the handbook. So, you should always start by getting a copy from a service center, your driving school, or download a copy online .
Always ensure you have the latest manual version and that you got it from the Kansas Department of Vehicles (DOV). The handbook is the best resource to help you prepare for the knowledge test.
You should use these Kansas practice tests as a supplement to the manual, not a replacement.
The passing score on the actual exam is 80 percent. When you study with our practice tests, you should aim for a 100% score on each test.
This practice test covers all critical items in the Driver Handbook. Still, it may only include some questions Kansas DOV may ask during the official knowledge examination. Since both this practice test and the real test are random, you never know which questions you will get. But the more you practice, the more you will cover, and the more likely you will pass the examination on your first try.
After each question, you will get instant feedback. If your answer is incorrect, there is a short explanation. You can use this explanation to look up information in the handbook and learn from your mistakes.
You will see your total score at the end of the practice test.
Read more: Acing the Exam .
What You Should Know about the Examination
Is the knowledge test timed?
There is no time limit on the Kansas knowledge test. It typically takes 15 minutes to complete.
Your scheduled appointment will make sure you can finish the test before closing.
Is the Kansas test hard?
There are no official data about the failure rates, and DOV has not responded to such requests.
We estimate that more than 50% of all first-time test takers pass the exam and we grade the difficulty level as “moderate.”
Can I take the test online from home?
Yes, you can complete the Kansas driver’s license and other knowledge exams online at knowtodrive.com
To take the online test from home, you must have a desktop or laptop computer with a front-facing camera. The test does not work on a mobile device.
Is the knowledge test available in other languages?
The online test is available in English and Spanish. You can also activate audio playback.
What happens if I fail the test?
You can retake the test the next day. You must pay the testing fee each time you attempt the test. It is a good idea to prepare well for the test.
Be aware that you only have four opportunities to pass the exam within six months. If you fail a fourth time, you must wait at least six months before starting the process again.
What questions are on the test?
There are 25 multiple-choice questions on the test. They focus on your understanding of the safe operation of a motor vehicle. You should expect questions about road signs, including the meaning of shapes and colors. Other questions will address traffic signals, pavement markings, Kansas traffic laws, and standard rules of the road.
Who Must Take the Kansas Written Test?
New drivers
First-time applicants must always pass all examinations, including the written test on Kansas traffic laws and road signs.
Drivers with an expired license
If you let your Driver’s License expire for more than one year, you must pass all tests again, including the vision screening, knowledge exam, and road skills test.
Drivers with a revoked license
If the state revokes your license, they indefinitely remove your driving privilege. After a revocation period, you may apply for a new license. With a new application, you must pass all tests again.
A suspension is a limited withdrawal of your driving privilege. After the suspension, the state will give back your driver’s license. You don’t have to retake all tests.
Drivers with a foreign license
If you move to Kansas and hold a foreign license, you must apply for a state license and pass all tests. Kansas DOV does not waive any tests for holders of a foreign license.
When is the Kansas Written Test Waived?
Kansas waives the written test for a driver already licensed in another state and applying for a Kansas License. The driver must have a valid out-of-state license – not canceled, suspended, or revoked.
You don’t have to pass a knowledge test when you renew your Kansas license.
Kansas Graduated Driver’s Licensing Law
The Graduated Driver’s Licensing (GDL) system is a step-by-step program designed to improve road safety by allowing beginner drivers to get their initial driving experience under lower-risk conditions. As a young driver gets older and gains more driving experience, the state places fewer restrictions on the driving privilege.
The program typically involves these three steps:
Instruction permit (or learner’s permit)
Restricted driver’s license (or provisional license)
Full, unrestricted driver’s license
In Kansas, you can apply for a first instruction permit when you are 14 years old.
You can also get a limited farm permit when you are 14. A farm permit allows you to drive to or from a farm job, farm employment, or other farm-related work. You can also go to or from school on school days, but only over the most direct and accessible route between your home and school.
Your First Kansas Instruction Permit – Requirements 14 – 16 Years Old
When you apply for your first instruction permit, you must:
Be at least 14 years old
Present acceptable proof of identity
Have approval by parent or legal guardian
Pass a vision screening
Pass the written knowledge test
Kansas does not require a driver’s education.
Your First Kansas Instruction Permit – Restrictions
You cannot drive alone
An instruction permit does not allow you to drive on your own. A supervising driver at least 21 years old must always accompany you.
The supervising driver must hold a valid driver’s license and have at least one year of driving experience. They must always be seated in the front seat beside you, and no person other can be in the front seat.
You cannot use a cell phone
You cannot use any wireless communication device while driving unless you need to report illegal activity or summons medical or other emergency help. The prohibition applies even if your car has hands-free devices. The state lifts the restriction for anyone 18 years or older.
Remember that Kansas law prohibits all reading, writing, or sending text messages while behind the wheel, even for adults.
No night curfew – or passenger restrictions
There is no night curfew or other passenger restrictions during the instruction permit phase.
Hold the permit for one year
If you are under 17 years, you must hold the instruction permit for a minimum of one year before DMV lets you advance to the next level in the graduated driver licensing (GDL) program – the restricted driver’s license.
Read more: Graduated Driver’s License Requirements.
Check Your Knowledge
Question: An Instruction Permit allows you to:
- A. Operate a motor vehicle when supervised by another driver
- B. Operate a motor vehicle without supervision if you drive to or from work
- C. Observe another driver operating a motor vehicle
