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Kansas DMV driver's license practice test 5

Try this free Kansas practice test for the driver's license knowledge exam: 25 questions from the Kansas Driving Handbook. The sections it covers most are Section 2: State Laws and Rules of the Road (4), Section 10: Special Driving Situations (2), and Section 7: Safe Driving Tips (4). To start, you'll answer this: "In heavy rain, at about what speed can your tires lose all traction with the road?" Explanations follow every answer.

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Questions
25
Passing score
80% (20 of 25)
Mistakes allowed
5
Official handbook
Kansas Driving Handbook

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Question 1 of 250 of 25 answered

In heavy rain, at about what speed can your tires lose all traction with the road?

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Every question comes from one of these sections of the Kansas Driving Handbook.

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  1. Question 1: In heavy rain, at about what speed can your tires lose all traction with the road?

    • A. 45 to 50 mph
    • B. 70 to 75 mph
    • C. 15 to 20 mph

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 7: Safe Driving Tips

  2. Question 2: Under Kansas law, children under what age must ride in a federally approved child safety seat?

    • A. 2
    • B. 4
    • C. 8

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 2: State Laws and Rules of the Road

  3. Question 3: At 16 with a restricted license, how many minor passengers who aren't siblings may you carry?

    • A. One
    • B. Three
    • C. None

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 1: The Driver's License

  4. Question 4: May you pass a motorcycle in the same lane?

    • A. No
    • B. Yes, if the rider is to one side
    • C. Yes, if the lane is wide

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 9: Sharing the Road

  5. Question 5: Without ABS, your brakes lock up and the car starts to skid. What should you do?

    • A. Ease up on the pedal, then reapply
    • B. Take your foot off completely
    • C. Keep the pedal pressed to the floor

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 8: Avoiding Collisions and Emergency Situations

  6. Question 6: On a dusty gravel road, which headlights should you use?

    • A. None
    • B. High beams
    • C. Low beams

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 10: Special Driving Situations

  7. Question 7: Unless posted otherwise, what is the speed limit on a Kansas state or federal highway?

    • A. 75 mph
    • B. 55 mph
    • C. 65 mph

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 2: State Laws and Rules of the Road

  8. Question 8: Why shouldn't you use your horn near a pedestrian with a white cane or guide dog?

    • A. It could confuse or frighten them
    • B. It's illegal to honk in residential areas
    • C. They can't hear it

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 6: Rules of the Road

  9. Question 9: You're about to start a car with an automatic transmission. Which step comes before you turn the key?

    • A. Shift the lever into drive
    • B. Set the parking brake
    • C. Take your foot off the brake pedal

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 5: Basic Driving

  10. Question 10: How much space should be between your body and the bottom of the steering wheel?

    • A. 20 inches
    • B. 4 inches
    • C. 10 inches

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 4: Before You Drive

  11. Question 11: How much should you add to your following distance at night?

    • A. At least ten seconds
    • B. Nothing, if your headlights work
    • C. At least one additional second

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 8: Avoiding Collisions and Emergency Situations

  12. Question 12: Which restricted license applicants must complete an approved driver's education course?

    • A. Only applicants who are 16
    • B. Every applicant under 18
    • C. 15-year-old applicants

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 1: The Driver's License

  13. Question 13: How long can you lose your license for refusing a BAC test in Kansas?

    • A. Six months
    • B. 30 days
    • C. One year

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 3: Be in Shape to Drive

  14. Question 14: What is the only proven way to remove alcohol from your system?

    • A. Strong coffee
    • B. Time
    • C. A cold shower

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 3: Be in Shape to Drive

  15. Question 15: If you double your speed from 20 to 40 mph, how much greater is the impact?

    • A. 9 times greater
    • B. 4 times greater
    • C. 2 times greater

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 7: Safe Driving Tips

  16. Question 16: What does a Pass With Care sign mean?

    • A. The no passing zone has ended
    • B. You are required to pass slower traffic
    • C. A no passing zone begins here

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 6: Rules of the Road

  17. Question 17: What does Kansas require whenever your windshield wipers are in use?

    • A. Speed under 45 mph
    • B. Hazard lights on
    • C. Headlights on

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 7: Safe Driving Tips

  18. Question 18: You're turning left and an oncoming car going straight enters the intersection at the same time. Who has the right-of-way?

    • A. Whoever is on the right
    • B. The car going straight
    • C. You, since you entered first

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 2: State Laws and Rules of the Road

  19. Question 19: When may vehicles in Kansas use studded snow tires?

    • A. October 1 to May 1
    • B. November 1 to April 1
    • C. All year, on any vehicle

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 7: Safe Driving Tips

  20. Question 20: When approaching a work zone, when should you merge?

    • A. At the last moment
    • B. As soon as possible
    • C. Only when a flagger tells you

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 10: Special Driving Situations

  21. Question 21: What does a yellow arrow mean?

    • A. Turns are allowed after yielding forever
    • B. The green arrow is ending
    • C. You have the right-of-way to turn

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 6: Rules of the Road

  22. Question 22: How close to a traffic signal, stop sign, or flashing beacon may you park?

    • A. No closer than 30 feet
    • B. No closer than 15 feet
    • C. No closer than 50 feet

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 2: State Laws and Rules of the Road

  23. Question 23: What should you avoid when using a shared center left turn lane?

    • A. Entering it too soon
    • B. Checking your blind spot
    • C. Signaling before you enter

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 6: Rules of the Road

  24. Question 24: Must you stop for a transit bus that is picking up passengers?

    • A. Yes, always
    • B. No, unless you're behind it
    • C. Yes, if it shows a stop sign

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 9: Sharing the Road

  25. Question 25: What color is the Emergency Notification System sign at railroad crossings?

    • A. Green
    • B. Orange
    • C. Blue

    Source:Kansas Driving Handbook, Section 6: Rules of the Road

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