Kentucky Permit Test (KY Driver Manual) — All Questions

A driver 21 or older in Kentucky is legally driving under the influence at a BAC of:

• a.0.02 or higher
• b.0.08 or higher✓
• c.0.05 or higher
• d.0.12 or higher

For drivers 21 and older, Kentucky sets the DUI threshold at a BAC of 0.08 or higher. (Kentucky DUI law)

Under Kentucky's zero-tolerance law, a driver under 21 can be charged with DUI at a BAC of:

• a.0.08 or higher
• b.0.05 or higher
• c.0.02 or higher✓
• d.0.10 or higher

Because underage drinking is illegal, Kentucky applies a 0.02 BAC zero-tolerance limit for drivers under 21. (Kentucky underage DUI law)

What is the minimum age to apply for a Kentucky learner's (instruction) permit?

• a.15
• b.17
• c.18
• d.16✓

In Kentucky you may apply for a learner's permit at age 16, then must hold it for a required period (about 180 days) before the intermediate license. (Kentucky graduated licensing)

During Kentucky's intermediate license phase, a young driver generally may not drive between:

• a.midnight and 6 a.m., except to or from work or school or with a parent✓
• b.9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
• c.10 p.m. and 4 a.m.
• d.6 p.m. and 6 a.m.

Kentucky's intermediate (moderate risk) license restricts driving from midnight to 6 a.m., with exceptions such as driving to or from work or school or when accompanied by a parent or guardian. (Kentucky GDL night restriction)

During the intermediate license phase in Kentucky, the number of passengers under 20 who are not family members is limited to:

• a.No limit
• b.One✓
• c.Two
• d.Four

An intermediate license holder may carry no more than one passenger under 20 who is not an immediate family member, unless a licensed instructor or supervising adult is present. (Kentucky GDL passenger limit)