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What are five sided signs used for?
What color are highway construction signs?
Orange
For adequate visibility through windows, what should you avoid hanging from your rearview mirror?
Anything
What should you do to back a vehicle safely?
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When should child safety seats be installed?
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Your chest should be ____________ from the center of the steering wheel column.
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When waiting in the middle of an intersection to turn left, where should your front tires be turned?
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What is the minimum recommended following distance?
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The child safety seat should not move more than one inch side to side or back and forth at the belt path once it is secured in the car.
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What should you do if you can't avoid a collision and are about to be hit from the rear?
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When must a new driver demonstrate 'conviction free' driving?
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An intermediate license holder under age 18 may not drive between which hours?
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If a person is involved in a collision that results in property damage exceeding _____, a written report must be filed.
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To be eligible to apply for a Kentucky Operator's License you must be at least __________.
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Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit for a residential district?
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The lap belt portion of the seatbelt should be positioned across the _____ to maximize protection against injuries.
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Which of these may you not have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)
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When applying for an instruction permit or license for the first time, what must you present to the clerk?
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When stopping behind another vehicle, you should stop far enough behind the vehicle to ___________.
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Aggressive driving includes which of the following? (Select all that apply)
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Who is required to wear protective headgear at all times when riding a motorcycle? (Select all that apply)
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What should you do when you approach a stationary emergency vehicle or public safety vehicle with lights flashing?
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If you plan to turn at an intersection, you must signal for __________ before the turn.
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When should motorists dim their lights?
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Motorists should regard bicyclists as they would any other?
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Your ability to drive is affected by which of the following? (Select all that apply)
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This sign indicates that __________.
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Study Notes
Traffic Signs and Safety
- Five-sided signs indicate upcoming school zones.
- Highway construction signs are colored orange for visibility and caution.
Visibility and Safe Driving Practices
- Ensure clear visibility by not hanging items from the rearview mirror, keeping windows clean, and removing snow, ice, or frost.
- When reversing, look over your shoulders for safety.
Child Safety and Driving Distance
- Child safety seats are required for children 40 inches tall or less.
- Maintain a distance of 10 to 12 inches from the steering wheel column for safety.
- The minimum recommended following distance is 3 seconds.
Collision Preparedness
- In a collision scenario, brace yourself, press against the head restraint, and apply the brake.
Licensing Regulations
- New drivers must demonstrate "conviction free" driving during both the Permit and Intermediate phases.
- Intermediate license holders under 18 are restricted from driving between midnight and 6 a.m.
Reporting Requirements
- A written report must be filed if a collision results in property damage exceeding $500.
Licensing Eligibility and Speed Limits
- To apply for a Kentucky Operator’s License, you must be at least 16 years old.
- The default speed limit in residential districts is 35 mph.
Seatbelt Use and Vehicle Regulations
- The lap belt should be positioned across the hips and pelvis for maximum protection.
- Vehicles are prohibited from displaying red or blue lights, using sirens, or having muffler cutouts.
Application Process
- First-time applicants for permits or licenses must present a Social Security card, birth certificate, and parent/guardian signature if under 18.
Safe Stopping Distance
- Maintain enough distance to see the rear tires of the vehicle in front plus some pavement.
Aggressive Driving Behaviors
- Aggressive driving includes behaviors such as tailgating, abrupt lane changes, and speeding.
Motorcycle Helmet Regulations
- Protective headgear is required for motorcycle instruction permit holders, those with less than a year of motorcycle license experience, and anyone under 21.
Emergency Vehicle Protocol
- When approaching a stationary emergency or public safety vehicle with lights flashing on a multi-lane highway, move over a lane if safe, or slow down.
Signaling and Light Regulations
- Signal for a turn at least 100 feet before the intersection.
- Dim headlights when following another vehicle within 200 feet or when an oncoming vehicle is within 500 feet.
Bicyclist Consideration
- Treat bicyclists as you would any other vehicle on the road.
Driving Impairments
- Driving ability can be affected by emotions, combining alcohol with other drugs, and health conditions.
Prohibitive Signs
- Certain signs may indicate that actions such as U-turns are prohibited.
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