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Kansas KDOR Division of Vehicles permit practice test 8

25 questions written from the Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual), covering parking, turns and intersections, following and passing, emergencies, alcohol and drugs and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Kansas KDOR Division of Vehicles test has 25 questions and you need 20 right.

25 questions
  1. Question 1When parking uphill without a curb, how should your wheels be turned?

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    C: Toward the edge of the road. Uphill without a curb, turn the steering wheel sharply toward the edge of the road. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Parking Uphill Without a Curb, page 53.

  2. Question 2In which direction do vehicles travel in a Kansas roundabout?

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    D: Counterclockwise. Vehicles travel counterclockwise around a raised center island; enter to the right but steer left. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Roundabouts and Traffic Circles, page 49.

  3. Question 3If you are being tailgated, how much should you increase your own following distance?

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    A: By 2 to 3 seconds. Increase your following distance by 2 to 3 seconds to allow more time and space to stop. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Space Behind Affects Your Following Interval, page 64.

  4. Question 4If your vehicle is hit from the rear, what should you do?

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    C: Press against the seat back and head restraint and be ready to brake. Press yourself against the back of your seat with your head against the restraint, and be ready to brake so you aren't pushed into another vehicle. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Protect Yourself in Collisions, page 74.

  5. Question 5How does the Kansas handbook describe 'Zero Tolerance' laws for drivers under 21?

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    C: No alcohol in the circulatory system. All states have Zero Tolerance (no alcohol in the circulatory system) or similar laws for drivers under 21. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): If you are under 21, page 23.

  6. Question 6How much rushing water can carry away most vehicles?

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    D: 2 feet. 2 feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Flooded Roadways, page 91.

  7. Question 7When are all age-related driving restrictions removed for a Kansas teen driver?

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    D: After age 16 once the restricted license has been held for 6 months. After age 16, once the restricted license has been held for 6 months, all age-related restrictions are removed (KDOR's GDL page adds: or at 17 if that comes first). Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Driving Restrictions 16-Year-Old, page 13.

  8. Question 8At 60 mph, if you cannot see at least how far ahead, you are driving too fast for your visibility?

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    B: 400 feet. At 60 mph, if you cannot see at least 400 feet ahead, you are driving too fast for your visibility; at 30 mph, at least 150 feet. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Seeing Well Ahead in the Travel Path, page 57.

  9. Question 9What is a 'visual lead'?

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    D: An area 20 to 30 seconds ahead of your vehicle. A visual lead is an area 20 to 30 seconds ahead of the front of the vehicle. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Seeing Well Ahead in the Travel Path, page 56.

  10. Question 10Approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights on a road with two or more lanes in your direction, what must you do?

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    B: Move to a lane not next to it if possible; otherwise slow down and proceed with caution. Move to a lane not next to the stopped emergency vehicle; if you can't, reduce speed and proceed with due caution. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Right-of-Way (Section 2), page 18.

  11. Question 11May bicyclists ride two abreast in a Kansas lane?

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    C: Yes. Bicyclists are allowed to ride two abreast in a lane; in some situations single file may be better. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Bicyclists, page 81.

  12. Question 12What does a solid white line between lanes mean?

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    D: Stay in your lane unless a special situation requires a change. A solid white line between lanes means you must stay within the lane unless a special situation requires a lane change; it also marks turn lanes and road edges. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Pavement Markings: White Lane Markings, page 43.

  13. Question 13What do black-and-white lane use control signs tell you?

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    A: Where you can go and where you can turn, often with arrows. Lane use control signs tell you where you can go and turn, often using arrows; they may be beside or over the lane. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Lane Use Control Signs, page 40.

  14. Question 14After parking, what should you do before removing the key?

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    C: Set the parking brake, put it in Park (or gear), and turn off headlights and engine. Always set the parking brake, place the vehicle in Park or gear, and turn off headlights and engine before removing the key. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Securing and Entering the Vehicle, page 52.

  15. Question 15Another vehicle arrives at a traffic circle at the same time as you, on your right. What should you do?

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    C: Yield to it. Yield to any traffic in the circle; if another vehicle arrives at the same time and is on your right, yield to it. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Roundabouts and Traffic Circles, page 49.

  16. Question 16When merging into traffic, what size gap should you look for?

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    C: 4 to 6 seconds. Select a gap of 4 to 6 seconds whenever changing lanes, entering a roadway or merging. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Space to Merge, page 64.

  17. Question 17What does a white cloth tied to a vehicle's antenna or door handle mean?

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    B: A disabled vehicle is present. A white cloth attached to a vehicle indicates a disabled vehicle; you can also lift the hood. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Use emergency signals, page 69.

  18. Question 18A friend has been drinking and wants to drive. What does the Kansas handbook suggest?

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    C: Take their keys, arrange a sober driver or cab, or have them stay overnight. Take their keys, arrange a driver who hasn't been drinking, call a cab, or have them stay overnight. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Alcohol, page 23.

  19. Question 19What should you do on gravel or dirt roads?

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    A: Reduce speed and increase following distance. On gravel or dirt you have less traction; reduce speed and increase following distance. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Rural Road Driving, page 90.

  20. Question 20May a Kansas permit or restricted license holder use a cell phone while driving?

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    B: No, except to report illegal activity or summon emergency help. Permit and restricted holders may not use wireless communication devices while driving except to report illegal activity or summon emergency help. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Driving Restrictions 16-Year-Old, page 13.

  21. Question 21About how far does it take to react and stop from 60 mph on dry pavement?

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    B: About 359 feet. At 60 mph it can take about 4 to 5 seconds or 359 feet to react and stop; at 30 mph about 123 feet. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Seeing Well Ahead in the Travel Path, page 57.

  22. Question 22What does ESP (Electronic Stability Program) do?

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    D: Selectively applies brakes to help keep control when traction is lost. ESP compares where you steer with where the vehicle goes and selectively applies brakes to reduce skids and maintain control. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Traction Technology, page 62.

  23. Question 23Does Kansas's Move Over law apply to towing and recovery vehicles?

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    B: Yes, stationary emergency vehicles including towing and recovery vehicles. State law requires drivers approaching a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights, including towing and recovery vehicles, to vacate the closest lane or slow down. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Move-Over Laws, page 85.

  24. Question 24What lighting is required on a bicycle at dusk in Kansas?

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    C: A headlight (a taillight is highly recommended). Use of a headlight at dusk is required; a taillight is highly recommended. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Bicyclists, page 81.

  25. Question 25A dashed white line between lanes means:

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    D: You may cross to change lanes when a safe gap exists. A dashed white line means you may cross it to change lanes if a safe gap is available. Kansas Driving Handbook (Non-Commercial Driver's Manual): Pavement Markings: White Lane Markings, page 43.

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