Kentucky Permit Practice Test 2026
In Kentucky, the State Police give the written and vision tests for your permit, and you need 80% to pass. These practice questions cover Kentucky's own rules from the Kentucky Driver Manual first, then general US rules and road signs.
Respuesta rápida
Para aprobar: 80%. Lo organiza: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (licensing) and Kentucky State Police (testing). Edad mínima: 15. Practica aquí gratis con 205 preguntas, cada una con la respuesta y una explicación. Contrastado con fuentes oficiales el 10 de octubre de 2026.
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Pregunta 1 de 25
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Respuesta: A. 15
Applicants must be at least 15 to take the written and vision tests with the Kentucky State Police.
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Pregunta 2 de 25
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Respuesta: A. The Kentucky State Police
You schedule the written and vision tests with the Kentucky State Police, then get the permit at a Regional Office.
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Pregunta 3 de 25
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Respuesta: B. 80%
The Kentucky Driver Manual lists a passing score of 80%.
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Pregunta 4 de 25
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Respuesta: A. The next available day
If you fail the written test, you may return the next available day to retake it.
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Pregunta 5 de 25
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Respuesta: D. The manual lists 26 languages, including Spanish, Somali and Burmese
The manual lists 26 test languages. Some, such as Arabic, Burmese, Somali and Spanish, are available electronically with audio.
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Pregunta 6 de 25
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Respuesta: A. A parent or legal guardian listed on the birth certificate
A parent or legal guardian listed on the birth certificate must sign. Otherwise, court-ordered paperwork is required.
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Pregunta 7 de 25
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Respuesta: B. The parent or guardian who signs the application
The parent or guardian must accompany the applicant to the testing appointment.
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Pregunta 8 de 25
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Respuesta: B. A licensed driver age 21 or older, at all times
A licensed driver age 21 or older must be seated in the front passenger seat at all times.
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Pregunta 9 de 25
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Respuesta: D. At least 180 days
You must hold the permit at least 180 days and be at least 16 before applying.
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Pregunta 10 de 25
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Respuesta: B. 60 hours, including 10 at night
Kentucky requires at least 60 hours of supervised practice, including 10 at night.
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Pregunta 11 de 25
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Respuesta: B. A parent or guardian, by signing the Practice Driving Log
A parent or guardian signs the Practice Driving Log before the teen moves to the intermediate phase.
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Pregunta 12 de 25
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Respuesta: B. 16
You must be at least 16 and have held the permit 180 days.
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Pregunta 13 de 25
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Respuesta: A. 4 hours
Drivers under 18 must complete an approved 4-hour Graduated Driver Licensing Program course before an unrestricted license.
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Pregunta 14 de 25
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Respuesta: A. Alive at 25
Options include Alive at 25, RightLane Online, and a high school course.
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Pregunta 15 de 25
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Respuesta: D. Midnight and 6 a.m.
Drivers under 18 may not drive between midnight and 6 a.m. without good cause.
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Pregunta 16 de 25
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Respuesta: D. One
Passengers are limited to one unrelated person under 20.
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Pregunta 17 de 25
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Respuesta: A. A licensed driver age 21 or older
A licensed driver age 21 or older must accompany the applicant to the testing location.
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Pregunta 18 de 25
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Respuesta: C. Seven full days
You must wait seven full days before retaking a failed road test.
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Pregunta 19 de 25
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Respuesta: B. 17
At 17, after holding the intermediate license at least 180 days and finishing driver education, a teen can get a full license.
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Pregunta 20 de 25
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Respuesta: D. The permit or license is canceled until a new application is signed
Once the withdrawal is entered, the minor's permit or license is canceled until another person accepting responsibility signs.
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Pregunta 21 de 25
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Respuesta: B. 0.02
Kentucky's zero-tolerance limit for drivers under 21 is 0.02. For adults it is 0.08.
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Pregunta 22 de 25
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Respuesta: A. Yes, if there is evidence of impaired driving
Driving at 0.08 or above is DUI, but impairment can still be charged below 0.08 if evidence shows impaired driving.
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Pregunta 23 de 25
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Respuesta: B. 7
Drivers under 18 can face a hearing and suspension at 7 points. Adults face it at 12 points within two years.
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Pregunta 24 de 25
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Respuesta: B. Two years after the conviction
Points expire two years after the conviction.
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Pregunta 25 de 25
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Respuesta: C. 350 feet
High beams must reveal a person 350 feet ahead. Low beams must reveal a person 100 feet ahead.
Teclado: 1–4 para responder, Intro para la siguiente pregunta.
El examen real: 80%
Qué debes saber antes del examen
- You need 80% to pass the written knowledge test. The manual lists 26 test languages.
- You must be 15 to take the written and vision tests with the Kentucky State Police. A parent on your birth certificate signs and comes with you.
- If you fail the written test, you may return the next available day.
- Teens hold the permit 180 days and log 60 hours of practice, including 10 at night.
- Drivers under 18 may not drive from midnight to 6 a.m. without good cause and may carry only one unrelated passenger under 20.
- Drivers under 18 must complete a 4-hour driver education course before a full license.
Preguntas frecuentes
What score do you need to pass the Kentucky permit test?
80%.
Where do you take the Kentucky permit test?
With the Kentucky State Police. Schedule the written and vision tests online, then get your permit at a Regional Office.
How many practice hours does Kentucky require?
At least 60 hours, including 10 at night, signed off by a parent or guardian on the Practice Driving Log.
What happens if I fail the Kentucky permit test?
You may return the next available day to take it again.
When can a Kentucky teen get a full license?
At 17, after holding the intermediate license at least 180 days and finishing the 4-hour driver education course.