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

Question 1: You want to turn left at an intersection where there is a slip lane. You must give way to:

Any pedestrian crossing the road you are entering, and traffic in the lane you are merging into (Correct answer)
Only vehicles behind you
No one, slip lanes have priority
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 2: Speed limits in a school zone in NSW typically apply:

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

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

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)
Accelerate to pass the area before a child can reach the road

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

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

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 5: You see a sign showing '40' inside a red circle near a school. This means:

The minimum speed is 40 km/h
There are 40 metres to the school crossing
Traffic ahead is travelling at 40 km/h
The maximum speed limit is 40 km/h (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The maximum speed limit is 40 km/h

A number inside a red circle is a speed limit sign showing the maximum legal speed. In a 40 km/h school zone you must not exceed 40 km/h during the signposted times.

Question 6: A regulatory sign with a red circle and a red diagonal line through a symbol means:

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

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

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

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 8: The general BAC limit for a fully licensed (unrestricted) driver in NSW is below:

0.08
0.10
0.02
0.05 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 0.05

Fully licensed drivers must keep their blood alcohol concentration below 0.05. Learner and provisional drivers must be at zero. Driving over the limit is a serious offence.

Question 9: At an intersection with no signs or signals, you are turning right and a vehicle is coming straight towards you. You must:

Give way to the oncoming vehicle going straight ahead (Correct answer)
Proceed first because you arrived at the line first
Sound your horn and turn
Give way only if the other vehicle indicates

Correct answer: Give way to the oncoming vehicle going straight ahead

When turning right, you must give way to any oncoming vehicle going straight ahead or turning left. The vehicle continuing straight has right of way over the vehicle turning across its path.

Question 10: Which of the following statements about cyclists riding on roads is correct?

Cyclists may use the full width of a lane when needed for their safety (Correct answer)
Cyclists are not permitted in lanes with a speed limit above 60 km/h
Cyclists must use bicycle lanes at all times when one is available
Cyclists must always ride as close to the left kerb as possible

Correct answer: Cyclists may use the full width of a lane when needed for their safety

Cyclists may legally use the full width of a lane when necessary for safety, such as when avoiding hazards near the road edge.

Question 11: The safest action if you start to feel drowsy while driving is to:

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

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

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

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 13: Using a hand-held mobile phone while driving is:

Allowed if you are stopped at traffic lights
Allowed for learners only
Allowed if the call is short
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 14: You are approaching a STOP sign at an intersection. What must you do?

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

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

10 points
13 points
4 points (Correct answer)
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 16: When entering a roundabout, you must give way to:

Vehicles that arrive after you
Any vehicle already on the roundabout (Correct answer)
Vehicles waiting to enter on your right
Only vehicles directly opposite you

Correct answer: Any vehicle already on the roundabout

When approaching a roundabout you must give way to any vehicle already in the roundabout. You may need to stop. Always indicate when leaving the roundabout if practical.

Question 17: Driving while affected by illegal drugs, or some prescription medicines, is dangerous because they can:

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

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

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

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 19: All occupants of the vehicle, including passengers, must:

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

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

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

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 21: Demerit points are:

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

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 22: Travelling at higher speed affects a crash because:

Higher speed always makes braking easier
It only matters at night
The higher the speed, the greater the force of impact and the longer it takes to stop (Correct answer)
Speed has no effect on stopping distance

Correct answer: The higher the speed, the greater the force of impact and the longer it takes to stop

The faster you travel, the further you go before stopping and the greater the energy in a crash. Even a small increase in speed greatly increases the severity of a collision.

Question 23: To check your blind spots before changing lanes, you should:

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

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

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

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 25: 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)
Drive closer to the car in front
Use less fuel only
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 26: 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 27: On a long trip, a good way to help prevent driver fatigue is to:

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

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 28: Driving at night, you should reduce your speed because:

There are never any hazards at night
Speed limits are higher at night
Your headlights make hazards easier to see than in daylight
Reduced visibility means hazards appear with less warning (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Reduced visibility means hazards appear with less warning

At night your vision is reduced and hazards such as pedestrians or animals appear with less warning. Drive so you can stop within the distance your headlights light up the road.

Question 29: When turning at an intersection, a pedestrian is crossing the road you are turning into. What must you do?

Give way to the pedestrian (Correct answer)
Sound your horn to alert the pedestrian to stop
Flash your headlights and turn slowly
Proceed quickly before the pedestrian reaches your path

Correct answer: Give way to the pedestrian

Drivers must give way to any pedestrian crossing the road they are turning into at an intersection.

Question 30: Early warning signs that you are too tired to drive safely include:

Yawning, sore eyes, drifting in the lane and difficulty concentrating (Correct answer)
Driving faster without noticing
Sharper vision and quicker reactions
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 31: A red traffic signal at an intersection means:

Stop, then proceed when safe like a Give Way sign
You must stop and remain stopped until the light turns green (Correct answer)
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 32: You see a ball roll onto the road from between parked cars in a suburban street. You should:

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

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 33: A learner driver (L plates) in NSW must not exceed a speed limit of:

100 km/h
90 km/h (Correct answer)
110 km/h
80 km/h

Correct answer: 90 km/h

In NSW, learner licence holders must not drive faster than 90 km/h, even where a higher limit is signposted. P1 drivers are limited to 90 km/h and P2 drivers to 100 km/h.

Question 34: At a roundabout you intend to leave at the exit more than halfway around (to the right). You should:

Indicate right and keep it on until you stop
Not use any indicator
Indicate right on approach, then indicate left just before your exit (Correct answer)
Indicate left the whole way

Correct answer: Indicate right on approach, then indicate left just before your exit

When turning right or going more than halfway around a roundabout, indicate right on approach and stay in the right lane, then indicate left just before the exit you intend to take.

Question 35: If you are caught exceeding the speed limit, you can expect:

Extra demerit points removed from your licence
A warning every time with no penalty
Only a verbal caution
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 36: When approaching a pedestrian crossing where someone is waiting to cross, you must:

Only stop if the pedestrian has already stepped onto the crossing
Slow down and be prepared to stop and give way (Correct answer)
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 37: What are the consequences of exceeding the posted speed limit in a road work zone?

Drivers only need to slow down if directed by a worker holding a stop/slow bat
The driver may receive a fine and demerit points for speeding in a work zone (Correct answer)
There are no consequences if no workers are visibly present at the time
Work zone speed limits only apply to heavy vehicles and buses

Correct answer: The driver may receive a fine and demerit points for speeding in a work zone

Speeding in a road work zone is a serious offence that can result in fines and demerit points, as it endangers road workers and other road users.

Question 38: A school bus ahead has its overhead amber warning lights flashing. What must you do?

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

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

At any time when traffic is heavy and congested
Only on freeways with three or more lanes
Lane filtering is not permitted under any circumstances
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 40: You are entering a road from a driveway or private property. You must give way to:

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

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

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

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.

Question 42: A pedestrian near a crossing is using a white cane or is accompanied by a guide dog. What must you do?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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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Time Limit

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