How many questions can I get wrong and still pass the DKT?

You can make a maximum of 6 mistakes total across both sections: General Knowledge Section (15 questions): Maximum 4 wrong answers allowed, Road Safety Section (30 questions): Maximum 2 wrong answers allowed. This means you need at least 39 correct answers out of 45 total questions to pass. If you exceed the error limit in either section, the test will terminate automatically.

How many times can I retake the DKT if I fail?

You can retake the test unlimited times until you pass, all covered by your initial test fee. However, you must wait at least 12 hours between attempts. After each failed attempt, you'll be shown the correct answers to help you prepare for your next try.

What are the consequences of cheating on the DKT?

If caught cheating, you face serious penalties: 6-week ban from taking any driving test, Forfeit your test fee and must pay again when eligible, Cheating includes receiving unauthorized help or using prohibited materials during the test

Can I start driving immediately after passing the DKT?

Yes, once you pass the DKT and receive your learner's licence, you can begin practicing driving immediately. However, you must always drive with a qualified supervisor who holds a full Australian driver's licence.

What makes the DKT challenging for many test-takers?

The main difficulty stems from unfamiliarity with Australian road rules, traffic signs, and safe driving practices. Approximately 30% of all DKT attempts result in failure. Success requires thorough study of the official road rules and understanding of local traffic laws, rather than relying solely on general driving knowledge.

Dashboard
Motorbike
Study Questions
Intersections

Intersections

Question 1 of 84

As you approach an intersection, you should check for traffic on your left and right:

A. Only when you approach a stop sign.
B. Only when the traffic is heavy.
C. At all times before entering the intersection.

Explanation:

"Always remember to look twice in case you missed something on the first glance. You should aways look, regardless of whether you think the intersection will be clear."

Intersections

Question 1 of 84

As you approach an intersection, you should check for traffic on your left and right:

Question 2 of 84

There are no traffic signs or signals at an intersection. If you intend to drive through the intersection, you must give way to:

Question 3 of 84

When making a right-hand turn at the intersection shown, you must give way to:

Question 4 of 84

If turning right at a T-intersection (as shown) must you give way to vehicles approaching from both the left and right?

Question 5 of 84

If a STOP or GIVE WAY sign has been knocked down, for example, as the result of an accident, does the line marked across the road have any meaning?

Question 6 of 84

If turning at an intersection are you required to give way to pedestrians?

Question 7 of 84

When you come to an intersection and the road beyond is choked with vehicles going in the same direction, what should you do?

Question 8 of 84

Right-turns must be made from which lanes when travelling on a laned roadway?

Question 9 of 84

In this diagram both vehicles O and P must pass through GIVE WAY signs before entering the intersection. Which vehicle goes first?

Question 10 of 84

Vehicle O is at a STOP sign

Question 11 of 84

If both vehicles P and O in the diagram are turning right, which vehicle is in the best position to turn left into the street marked 'X'?

Question 12 of 84

The diagram shows a marked pedestrian crossing at an intersection. There is also a STOP sign at the intersection. You have already stopped for a pedestrian. Must you stop again at the STOP line?

Question 13 of 84

A GIVE WAY sign at an intersection means that you must:

Question 14 of 84

Which vehicle in the diagram must give way?

Question 15 of 84

You want to make a left turn. You must use your left-hand indicator

Question 16 of 84

At the T-intersection shown in the diagram which vehicle should give way?

Question 17 of 84

You wish to make a right-hand turn from a ONE WAY STREET with no arrows marked on the roadway. You should position your vehicle:

Question 18 of 84

When there are no arrows marked on the road, left turns must be made from:

Question 19 of 84

What should you do on approaching a railway level crossing displaying a STOP sign?

Question 20 of 84

You are driving the car in the diagram. You must stop:

Question 21 of 84

If the boom gates are down and the signals are flashing, at a railway level crossing, you may begin to cross:

Question 22 of 84

When approaching a railway level crossing displaying this sign, you must:

Question 23 of 84

Even if the signal at a railway level crossing does not indicate that a train is coming, you should:

Question 24 of 84

You are in the car approaching the intersection shown, you should:

Question 25 of 84

You approach an intersection in busy traffic and want to go straight ahead. The traffic lights turn green. When are you permitted to enter the intersection?

Question 26 of 84

Which statement is correct?

Question 27 of 84

As you drive into an intersection, the lights turn to yellow. You should:

Question 28 of 84

You drive up to an intersection with a stop sign. There is no painted stop line. Where should you stop?

Question 29 of 84

When police officers are at intersections giving directions you must:

Question 30 of 84

You wish to turn left at this roundabout. Which lane may you use?

Question 31 of 84

You are in the right hand lane and are planning to go straight ahead through this roundabout. When should you signal left to exit the roundabout?

Question 32 of 84

When you wish to turn left at a roundabout you indicate:

Question 33 of 84

You wish to go straight ahead at this roundabout. Which statement is true?

Question 34 of 84

You want to turn left at this roundabout. Which lane must you use?

Question 35 of 84

When you wish to drive straight ahead at a roundabout you may enter from either the left or right lane. As you continue around you should:

Question 36 of 84

When turning left at a roundabout you should enter and leave the roundabout:

Question 37 of 84

You wish to go straight ahead on this roundabout with two lanes. Which lane may you use?

Question 38 of 84

The motorcyclist wants to travel straight ahead through this roundabout. The rider should watch out for the marked car because the car:

Question 39 of 84

To turn back into the same road from which you joined this roundabout you must:

Question 40 of 84