KY DMV Defensive Driving

Question 1

What is the recommended following distance on dry roads in Kentucky?

Accepted Answer

At least 3 seconds

Answer

At least 1 second

Answer

At least 5 seconds

Answer

At least 2 car lengths

Question 2

When driving in heavy rain in Kentucky, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed by about one-third below the posted limit

Answer

Maintain the posted speed limit

Answer

Drive at least 10 mph over to clear the rain faster

Answer

Stop and wait for the rain to end

Question 3

What should a Kentucky driver do when encountering a dust storm?

Accepted Answer

Pull off the road completely, turn off all lights, and wait for conditions to improve

Answer

Drive through it quickly

Answer

Use high beams to see through the dust

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Follow closely behind another vehicle for guidance

Question 4

In Kentucky, what is the proper technique for avoiding a head-on collision?

Accepted Answer

Slow down, steer right toward the shoulder, and sound your horn

Answer

Speed up and try to pass the oncoming vehicle

Answer

Steer left into the oncoming lane

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Close your eyes and brake hard

Question 5

What should you do if your accelerator sticks while driving in Kentucky?

Accepted Answer

Shift to neutral, apply brakes, and steer to a safe location

Answer

Turn off the engine immediately

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Pump the accelerator to unstick it

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Open the door and jump out

Question 6

When driving at night in Kentucky, what is the maximum recommended speed when using low beams?

Accepted Answer

A speed that allows you to stop within the distance illuminated by your headlights

Answer

The posted speed limit regardless of visibility

Answer

45 mph

Answer

As fast as road conditions allow