Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) — NSW Australia — Questions and Answers

Question 1: What does a yellow (amber) traffic light mean?

The light is faulty, proceed with caution
Stop if you can do so safely; the light is about to turn red (Correct answer)
Give way to oncoming traffic only
Speed up to clear the intersection

Correct answer: Stop if you can do so safely; the light is about to turn red

A yellow light means stop if it is safe to do so. It warns that the signal is about to turn red. You may only continue through if stopping would be dangerous.

Question 2: You want to drive across a bicycle lane to enter a property driveway. What is the rule?

You may use a bicycle lane at any time if no cyclists are currently present
You may drive in a bicycle lane for up to 50 metres when entering or leaving a property (Correct answer)
You must stop and wait for all cyclists to clear the lane before crossing
You may never drive in a bicycle lane under any circumstances

Correct answer: You may drive in a bicycle lane for up to 50 metres when entering or leaving a property

You are permitted to drive in a bicycle lane for up to 50 metres when entering or leaving a road or property.

Question 3: A school bus ahead has its overhead amber warning lights flashing. What must you do?

Sound your horn to warn children to clear the road
Stop and wait until children have boarded or alighted and the lights stop flashing (Correct answer)
Reduce speed to 40 km/h and proceed with caution
Overtake the bus on the right side to avoid the children

Correct answer: Stop and wait until children have boarded or alighted and the lights stop flashing

When a school bus has warning lights flashing, you must stop and wait until all children have safely boarded or alighted and the lights stop flashing.

Question 4: When passing animals such as horses on a road, what is the correct action?

Slow down significantly and give the animals plenty of room (Correct answer)
Flash your headlights to alert the rider of your presence
Maintain your speed to minimise the time spent near the animals
Sound your horn to move the animals off the road quickly

Correct answer: Slow down significantly and give the animals plenty of room

Animals can be unpredictable and easily startled by vehicles; you must slow down and give them a wide berth when passing.

Question 5: Two vehicles arrive at a cross intersection controlled only by Give Way signs at the same time, at right angles. Who gives way?

You must give way to the vehicle on your right (Correct answer)
The vehicle on the through road
Neither, both can go
The faster vehicle

Correct answer: You must give way to the vehicle on your right

When both vehicles face Give Way signs and arrive together, the give way to the right rule applies: you must give way to the vehicle approaching from your right.

Question 6: A large truck is indicating to turn left and appears to need to swing wide. What should you do?

Accelerate and pass on the right while the truck is turning
Wait behind the truck and do not attempt to pass until the turn is finished (Correct answer)
Overtake on the left before the truck completes its turn
Flash your lights so the driver knows you are there

Correct answer: Wait behind the truck and do not attempt to pass until the turn is finished

Large vehicles often need extra space to complete turns safely; attempting to pass while they are turning is extremely dangerous.

Question 7: The recommended minimum following distance in good conditions is at least:

Half a car length
One second behind the vehicle in front
Ten metres at any speed
A 3-second gap behind the vehicle in front (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A 3-second gap behind the vehicle in front

A 3-second gap gives you time to react and stop. Pick a fixed point, and when the vehicle ahead passes it, count three seconds. In poor conditions you should at least double this gap.

Question 8: When driving in heavy traffic, scanning well ahead beyond the car in front helps you to:

Spot brake lights, stopped traffic or hazards early so you can respond smoothly (Correct answer)
Use less fuel only
Drive closer to the car in front
Avoid using your mirrors

Correct answer: Spot brake lights, stopped traffic or hazards early so you can respond smoothly

Looking several vehicles ahead lets you anticipate braking, stopped traffic or obstructions early, so you can ease off and respond smoothly rather than braking suddenly.

Question 9: A regulatory sign with a red circle and a red diagonal line through a symbol means:

Tourist information is available
The action shown is prohibited (Correct answer)
The action shown is recommended
A warning of a possible hazard ahead

Correct answer: The action shown is prohibited

A red circle with a diagonal line (for example, no right turn or no parking) is a prohibition sign. It tells you that the action shown in the symbol is not allowed.

Question 10: Using a hand-held mobile phone while driving is:

Allowed if the call is short
Allowed for learners only
Allowed if you are stopped at traffic lights
Illegal and attracts demerit points and a fine (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Illegal and attracts demerit points and a fine

Using a hand-held mobile phone while driving (including when stopped in traffic or at lights) is illegal. It carries demerit points and a fine. Learner and P-plate drivers must not use a phone at all, even hands-free.

Question 11: A funeral procession is moving along the road ahead of you. What should you do?

Keep well behind and do not cut into or disrupt the procession (Correct answer)
Switch on your hazard lights and join the procession to avoid delays
Sound your horn to signal the procession to move to one side
Overtake the procession as soon as a safe gap appears in oncoming traffic

Correct answer: Keep well behind and do not cut into or disrupt the procession

You must not cut into or disrupt a funeral procession; you should keep well behind and allow the procession to proceed uninterrupted.

Question 12: In a built-up area, a bus at a bus stop signals its intention to return to traffic. What must you do?

Give way to the bus (Correct answer)
Flash your lights to acknowledge the bus driver and then proceed
Proceed quickly to pass before the bus pulls out
Sound your horn to warn other drivers the bus is moving

Correct answer: Give way to the bus

In a built-up area, drivers must give way to a bus indicating to return to traffic from a bus stop.

Question 13: You are approaching a STOP sign at an intersection. What must you do?

Come to a complete stop and give way to all traffic before proceeding (Correct answer)
Sound your horn and continue through if the way looks clear
Slow down and only stop if another vehicle is approaching
Treat it the same as a Give Way sign

Correct answer: Come to a complete stop and give way to all traffic before proceeding

A STOP sign means you must come to a complete stop at the stop line (or before the intersection if there is no line) and give way to all traffic before you proceed. Slowing down is not enough.

Question 14: When driving in rain, fog or on a wet road, you should:

Turn off your headlights to reduce glare
Drive faster to get out of the conditions quickly
Keep the same speed to avoid holding up traffic
Reduce your speed and increase your following distance (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Reduce your speed and increase your following distance

Wet, foggy or slippery conditions increase stopping distances and reduce visibility. Slow down and at least double your following distance so you have more time to react and stop safely.

Question 15: Speed limits in a school zone in NSW typically apply:

Only during school holidays
Only on weekends
All day every day
During the signposted times on school days (commonly mornings and afternoons) (Correct answer)

Correct answer: During the signposted times on school days (commonly mornings and afternoons)

School zone speed limits (usually 40 km/h) apply during the times shown on the signs on gazetted school days, typically the morning and afternoon periods when children are arriving and leaving.

Question 16: You are entering a road from a driveway or private property. You must give way to:

No one if you indicate
All vehicles and pedestrians on or near the road you are entering (Correct answer)
Only pedestrians, not vehicles
Only vehicles on the far side of the road

Correct answer: All vehicles and pedestrians on or near the road you are entering

When leaving a driveway, car park or other private property, you must give way to all vehicles and pedestrians on the footpath, nature strip or road you are entering.

Question 17: A red traffic signal at an intersection means:

You must stop and remain stopped until the light turns green (Correct answer)
Stop, then proceed when safe like a Give Way sign
Stop only if pedestrians are crossing
Give way to the right then proceed

Correct answer: You must stop and remain stopped until the light turns green

A red light means stop. You must stop behind the stop line and wait until the signal turns green before entering the intersection, unless a left-turn-on-red sign permits otherwise.

Question 18: You are driving past a row of parked cars. The main hazard to watch for is:

The road surface changing colour
The cars suddenly speeding up
Your radio losing signal
A car door opening or a pedestrian stepping out between them (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A car door opening or a pedestrian stepping out between them

Near parked cars, watch for doors opening, pedestrians (especially children) stepping out, and cars pulling out. Leave space where possible and be ready to slow or stop.

Question 19: If you are caught exceeding the speed limit, you can expect:

Only a verbal caution
Extra demerit points removed from your licence
A warning every time with no penalty
A fine and demerit points, with heavier penalties for higher speeds (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A fine and demerit points, with heavier penalties for higher speeds

Speeding offences carry a fine and demerit points. The faster you go over the limit, the higher the fine and the more points, and you may face licence suspension.

Question 20: When the speed limit is above 60 km/h, what is the minimum gap required when overtaking a cyclist?

2.5 metres
1.5 metres (Correct answer)
1 metre
2 metres

Correct answer: 1.5 metres

On roads with a speed limit above 60 km/h, you must allow at least 1.5 metres of clearance when overtaking a cyclist.

Question 21: When approaching a pedestrian crossing where someone is waiting to cross, you must:

Slow down and be prepared to stop and give way (Correct answer)
Only stop if the pedestrian has already stepped onto the crossing
Proceed at the same speed if you have a green traffic light
Sound your horn to signal the pedestrian to wait

Correct answer: Slow down and be prepared to stop and give way

You must slow down and be prepared to give way to any pedestrian on or about to enter a pedestrian crossing.

Question 22: An emergency vehicle with lights and sirens is approaching from behind. What should you do?

Maintain your lane and speed so the emergency vehicle can go around you
Brake sharply to stop in your current lane immediately
Pull to the left as soon as it is safe and stop (Correct answer)
Speed up to the next intersection and turn off the road

Correct answer: Pull to the left as soon as it is safe and stop

You must pull over to the left and stop as soon as it is safely possible to allow the emergency vehicle to pass.

Question 23: You want to turn left at an intersection where there is a slip lane. You must give way to:

Only vehicles behind you
No one, slip lanes have priority
Any pedestrian crossing the road you are entering, and traffic in the lane you are merging into (Correct answer)
Only cyclists in the bike lane

Correct answer: Any pedestrian crossing the road you are entering, and traffic in the lane you are merging into

When using a slip lane to turn left you must give way to pedestrians crossing the road you are turning into, and to any vehicles already in the lane you are merging into.

Question 24: A pedestrian near a crossing is using a white cane or is accompanied by a guide dog. What must you do?

Flash your lights and proceed slowly past them
Sound your horn gently to alert them of your presence
Proceed normally if you have a green traffic signal
Give way to the pedestrian regardless of traffic signals (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Give way to the pedestrian regardless of traffic signals

You must always give way to vision-impaired pedestrians using a white cane or guide dog, irrespective of any traffic signals.

Question 25: You see a ball roll onto the road ahead of you. What should you do?

Accelerate to pass the area before a child can reach the road
Sound your horn loudly to clear the area and maintain speed
Swerve into the opposite lane to avoid the ball
Slow down and be prepared to stop, as a child may follow the ball (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Slow down and be prepared to stop, as a child may follow the ball

A ball in the road often signals that a child may suddenly run out to retrieve it; you must slow down and be prepared to stop.

Question 26: Driving while affected by illegal drugs, or some prescription medicines, is dangerous because they can:

Improve your concentration
Impair your judgement, reaction time and coordination (Correct answer)
Have no effect on driving ability
Only affect you the next day

Correct answer: Impair your judgement, reaction time and coordination

Illegal drugs and some medicines slow your reactions, impair judgement and coordination, and can cause drowsiness. Police conduct random drug testing and driving while drug-affected is an offence.

Question 27: Demerit points are:

Reward points for safe driving
Points you earn for passing the DKT
A discount on your registration
Points recorded against your licence when you commit certain driving offences (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Points recorded against your licence when you commit certain driving offences

Demerit points are recorded against your licence when you commit certain offences such as speeding or running a red light. Accumulating too many within the limit leads to suspension.

Question 28: Early warning signs that you are too tired to drive safely include:

Sharper vision and quicker reactions
Yawning, sore eyes, drifting in the lane and difficulty concentrating (Correct answer)
Driving faster without noticing
Feeling more alert than usual

Correct answer: Yawning, sore eyes, drifting in the lane and difficulty concentrating

Yawning, heavy or sore eyes, drifting across lanes, missing signs and trouble concentrating are signs of fatigue. Fatigue slows reactions much like alcohol and is a major cause of crashes.

Question 29: When driving in an area with pedestrians at night, even where street lights are present, you must:

Switch to high beam to improve your visibility of pedestrians
Only watch for pedestrians at marked crossings and intersections
Trust that pedestrians will use footpaths and not be on the road after dark
Remain vigilant as pedestrians in dark clothing can still be difficult to see (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Remain vigilant as pedestrians in dark clothing can still be difficult to see

Even in lit areas, pedestrians wearing dark clothing can be very difficult to see; always remain alert especially near intersections and crossings at night.

Question 30: You see a ball roll onto the road from between parked cars in a suburban street. You should:

Keep your speed and sound the horn
Speed up to pass the area quickly
Slow down and be ready to stop, as a child may follow the ball (Correct answer)
Swerve into the oncoming lane

Correct answer: Slow down and be ready to stop, as a child may follow the ball

A ball on the road is a warning that a child may run out after it. Slow down, cover the brake and be ready to stop. Anticipating hidden hazards is a key driving skill.

Question 31: Your vehicle must be registered and you must carry your licence because:

Registration is optional in NSW
A licence is only needed on freeways
Only to avoid paying tolls
It is a legal requirement to drive a registered vehicle and hold a valid licence (Correct answer)

Correct answer: It is a legal requirement to drive a registered vehicle and hold a valid licence

You must hold a current, valid licence for the class of vehicle and the vehicle must be registered. Driving unlicensed or in an unregistered vehicle is an offence with serious penalties.

Question 32: A vehicle is giving way to you, but you can see it is safe and faster to wait. Good practice at intersections is to:

Close your eyes and proceed
Always assume other drivers will stop
Force your right of way to keep traffic moving
Be prepared to give way even when you have right of way, to avoid a collision (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Be prepared to give way even when you have right of way, to avoid a collision

Having right of way does not guarantee other drivers will give way. Defensive driving means being ready to slow or stop to avoid a crash, even when the rules say you may proceed.

Question 33: On a long trip, a good way to help prevent driver fatigue is to:

Avoid all breaks to arrive sooner
Drive through the night when roads are quiet
Have a few drinks to relax before driving
Take a regular break at least every two hours (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Take a regular break at least every two hours

Taking a break of at least 15 minutes about every two hours, sharing the driving and getting a good sleep beforehand all help manage fatigue on long trips.

Question 34: You are about to drive through an area with cyclists sharing the road. A safe approach is to:

Expect them to ride on the footpath
Sound your horn to move them aside
Give them plenty of space and a minimum safe passing distance when overtaking (Correct answer)
Overtake closely to get past quickly

Correct answer: Give them plenty of space and a minimum safe passing distance when overtaking

Cyclists are vulnerable road users. When overtaking you must leave a safe passing distance (at least 1 metre at 60 km/h or less, 1.5 metres above 60 km/h) and watch for them at intersections.

Question 35: All occupants of the vehicle, including passengers, must:

Never wear a seatbelt if the trip is short
Only wear a seatbelt on the freeway
Wear a properly fitted and fastened seatbelt or approved restraint (Correct answer)
Wear a seatbelt only in the front seat

Correct answer: Wear a properly fitted and fastened seatbelt or approved restraint

The driver and every passenger must wear a correctly fitted and fastened seatbelt, and children must use an approved child restraint. The driver can be penalised for unrestrained passengers under 16.

Question 36: The safest action if you start to feel drowsy while driving is to:

Pull over somewhere safe and rest, or change drivers (Correct answer)
Turn the radio up loud
Drive faster to reach your destination sooner
Wind the window down and keep going

Correct answer: Pull over somewhere safe and rest, or change drivers

The only real cure for fatigue is sleep. Pull over at a safe place such as a rest area, take a short nap or swap drivers. Fresh air and loud music only mask tiredness briefly.

Question 37: If your licence is suspended due to demerit points, you:

Lose no driving privileges at all
Must not drive during the suspension period (Correct answer)
Can drive only to work
Can keep driving if you are careful

Correct answer: Must not drive during the suspension period

A licence suspension means you must not drive at all during the suspension period. Driving while suspended is a serious offence that can lead to fines, longer disqualification and even imprisonment.

Question 38: If a medicine label or your pharmacist warns the medicine may cause drowsiness, you should:

Ignore the warning if you feel fine
Not drive until you know how it affects you, and follow the advice (Correct answer)
Only drive at night
Take a double dose to feel normal

Correct answer: Not drive until you know how it affects you, and follow the advice

Some prescription and over-the-counter medicines cause drowsiness or affect concentration. Check the label, ask your pharmacist or doctor, and do not drive if you may be impaired.

Question 39: While driving on a learner licence in NSW, you must:

Always display L plates and be supervised by a fully licensed driver (Correct answer)
Never carry passengers
Drive without any supervision after one month
Drive only between midnight and dawn

Correct answer: Always display L plates and be supervised by a fully licensed driver

A learner must clearly display L plates and always be supervised by the holder of a full (unrestricted) Australian driver licence seated next to them. Learners must also keep a logbook of supervised driving hours.

Question 40: The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for a learner or P-plate driver in NSW is:

0.05
0.02
Zero (0.00) (Correct answer)
0.08

Correct answer: Zero (0.00)

Learner and provisional (P1 and P2) drivers must have a zero blood alcohol concentration. Any alcohol in your system while driving on an L or P licence is an offence.

Question 41: To check your blind spots before changing lanes, you should:

Only use your side mirrors
Rely only on your rear-view mirror
Indicate and change lanes immediately
Do a quick head check over your shoulder as well as checking mirrors (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Do a quick head check over your shoulder as well as checking mirrors

Mirrors do not show everything. Before changing lanes or merging, check your mirrors, indicate, then do a head check over your shoulder to cover the blind spot where a vehicle, cyclist or motorcyclist may be.

Question 42: When is it generally permitted for a fully licensed motorcycle rider to lane filter in Australia?

Lane filtering is not permitted under any circumstances
At any time when traffic is heavy and congested
Only on freeways with three or more lanes
When traffic is travelling at 30 km/h or less and the rider does not exceed 30 km/h (Correct answer)

Correct answer: When traffic is travelling at 30 km/h or less and the rider does not exceed 30 km/h

In most Australian states, fully licensed motorcycle riders may lane filter when traffic is moving at 30 km/h or less, as long as they do not exceed 30 km/h.

Question 43: Learner and P1 licence holders in NSW have a demerit point limit of:

4 points (Correct answer)
10 points
13 points
20 points

Correct answer: 4 points

Learner and P1 drivers have a lower threshold of 4 demerit points, and P2 drivers 7 points, before suspension. Fully licensed drivers can reach 13 points before suspension.

Question 44: In a zone with a speed limit of 60 km/h or less, what is the minimum distance you must leave between your vehicle and a cyclist when passing?

0.5 metres
1.5 metres
1 metre (Correct answer)
2 metres

Correct answer: 1 metre

On roads with a speed limit of 60 km/h or less, you must leave at least 1 metre of clearance when overtaking a cyclist.

Question 45: A flashing yellow arrow at a traffic signal indicates that you may:

Reverse out of the intersection
Stop and wait for a green arrow
Travel straight ahead only
Turn in the direction of the arrow but you must give way to pedestrians and other traffic (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Turn in the direction of the arrow but you must give way to pedestrians and other traffic

A flashing yellow arrow allows you to turn in the direction of the arrow, but you must give way to pedestrians crossing and to any oncoming or crossing traffic before turning.

Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) — NSW Australia

The Driver Knowledge Test is a mandatory written test required to obtain a learner driver licence in New South Wales, Australia. It assesses knowledge of road rules, traffic signs, and safe driving practices through multiple-choice questions.

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