Kentucky permit test: permits & licensing

Learner permit rules, graduated licensing, supervision, curfews and passenger limits. 11 questions.

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How old must you be to take the vision and written knowledge tests for a Kentucky learner's permit?

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Sample permits & licensing questions

  1. How old must you be to take the vision and written knowledge tests for a Kentucky learner's permit?

    • A At least 15 and a half
    • B At least 14
    • C At least 16
    • D At least 15
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    D. At least 15

    Kentucky lets you take the vision and written knowledge tests and apply for a learner's permit once you are 15. If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian must also sign your application.

    Source: Kentucky Driver Manual, page 13

  2. Who must be with a Kentucky permit holder whenever the permit holder drives?

    • A A licensed driver 21 or older in the front passenger seat
    • B Any parent or guardian, licensed or not
    • C A licensed driver 18 or older anywhere in the vehicle
    • D A licensed driver 25 or older in the back seat
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    A. A licensed driver 21 or older in the front passenger seat

    Every Kentucky permit holder may drive only with a licensed driver who is at least 21 sitting in the front passenger seat. The supervisor needs to be beside you to give advice and help in an emergency.

    Source: Kentucky Driver Manual, page 13

  3. A 16-year-old Kentucky permit holder wants to drive friends to a game. How many unrelated passengers under 20 may ride along?

    • A Three, if the supervisor agrees
    • B None at all
    • C One
    • D Two
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    C. One

    Kentucky permit holders may carry only one unrelated passenger under 20. Each extra young passenger raises crash risk for new drivers, so the limit keeps distractions down while you learn.

    Source: Kentucky Driver Manual, page 13

  4. During which hours may a Kentucky permit holder under 18 NOT drive unless they can show good cause?

    • A 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
    • B Midnight to 6:00 a.m.
    • C 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
    • D 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
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    B. Midnight to 6:00 a.m.

    Permit holders under 18 may not drive between midnight and 6:00 a.m. unless they can show good cause, such as school, work or an emergency. Late-night driving is when young drivers are most likely to crash.

    Source: Kentucky Driver Manual, page 13