Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Question 1

What is the maximum allowable distance that a load may project on the side of a vehicle provided overall width does not exceed 25 metres

Accepted Answer

A 150mm

Question 2

What is the maximum length that a load may project in front of a vehicle

Accepted Answer

B 12 metres

Question 3

The most important part of blocking when securing a load is

Accepted Answer

C The headboard or bulkhead

Question 4

In which diagram is the load NOT blocked

Accepted Answer

B Truck 2

Question 5

A poorly loaded vehicle is unsafe to drive To avoid loss of steering and loss of traction under power you should

Accepted Answer

A Spread the load close to the centre line of the vehicle

Question 6

The truck shown in the diagram is braking heavily In what direction will the unrestrained load on the truck tray move

Accepted Answer

A Forwards

Question 7

The load on the vehicle shown in the diagram is resting against the headboard This method of load restraint is known as

Accepted Answer

A Blocking

Question 8

A load restraint system on a vehicle should be capable of restraining what percentage of the weight of the load from shifting forwards and upwards

Accepted Answer

C Diagram 3

Question 9

A load restraint system on a vehicle should be capable of restraining what percentage of the weight of the load from shifting sideways or rearwards

Accepted Answer

B Diagram 2

Question 10

Which apostie down angleapos is not recommended for lashings

Accepted Answer

A Truck 1

Question 11

Vehicles carrying what type of loads are more likely to overturn on corners

Accepted Answer

B High centre of mass loads and aposliveapos loads eg Bulk liquids livestock

Question 12

When loading cardboard cartons and boxes on a vehicle where should the heaviest items be placed

Accepted Answer

C At the bottom of the load

Question 13

The vehicles shown in the diagram are loaded with logs Which ones have correctly secured loads

Accepted Answer

A Vehicles 1 and 3

Question 14

For vehicles with a GVM over 45 tonnes excluding cranes the vehicle width including the load must not be greater than

Accepted Answer

B 25 metres

Question 15

Sheets and tarpaulins are not strong enough to hold down bulk loads unless the load is

Accepted Answer

C Very light

Question 16

Which of the diagrams shows the correct loading position to prevent twisting of the chassis frame

Accepted Answer

A Diagram 2

Question 17

Which diagram shows the correct method for restraining a loose load

Accepted Answer

C Diagram 3

Question 18

Which diagram shows the correct load position to ensure weight on the steer axles

Accepted Answer

B Diagram 2

Question 19

Which diagram shows the correct dunnage position for long rigid loads such as steel pipes

Accepted Answer

B Diagram 2

Question 20

Which of the following methods will best directly restrain a contained load

Accepted Answer

A Diagram 1 Tankers tipper bodies

Question 21

Which diagram shows the correct method for restraining small pipe or log loads

Accepted Answer

C Diagram 3

Question 22

Which diagram shows the correct method for restraining large pipe loads

Accepted Answer

A Diagram 1

Question 23

Which diagram shows the correct method for restraining divided loads

Accepted Answer

C Diagram 3

Question 24

Which diagram shows the correct position for carrying loads with potentially dangerous projections

Accepted Answer

B Diagram 2

Question 25

Which diagram shows the best method for securing loads and protecting lashings

Accepted Answer

C Diagram 3

Question 26

Loaded shipping containers fitted with corner twist locks should

Accepted Answer

A Not be carried on trucks not fitted with twist locks

Load Restraint

Question 1 of 26

What is the maximum allowable distance that a load may project on the side of a vehicle, provided overall width does not exceed 2.5 metres?

Question 2 of 26

What is the maximum length that a load may project in front of a vehicle?

Question 3 of 26

The most important part of blocking when securing a load is:

Question 4 of 26

In which diagram is the load NOT blocked?

Question 5 of 26

A poorly loaded vehicle is unsafe to drive. To avoid loss of steering and loss of traction under power, you should:

Question 6 of 26

The truck shown in the diagram is braking heavily. In what direction will the unrestrained load on the truck tray move?

Question 7 of 26

The load on the vehicle shown in the diagram is resting against the headboard. This method of load restraint is known as

Question 8 of 26

A load restraint system on a vehicle should be capable of restraining what percentage of the weight of the load from shifting forwards and upwards?

Question 9 of 26

A load restraint system on a vehicle should be capable of restraining what percentage of the weight of the load from shifting sideways or rearwards?

Question 10 of 26

Which 'tie down angle' is not recommended for lashings?

Question 11 of 26

Vehicles carrying what type of loads are more likely to overturn on corners?

Question 12 of 26

When loading cardboard cartons and boxes on a vehicle, where should the heaviest items be placed?

Question 13 of 26

The vehicles shown in the diagram are loaded with logs. Which ones have correctly secured loads?

Question 14 of 26

For vehicles with a GVM over 4.5 tonnes (excluding cranes) the vehicle width, including the load, must not be greater than:

Question 15 of 26

Sheets and tarpaulins are not strong enough to hold down bulk loads unless the load is:

Question 16 of 26

Which of the diagrams shows the correct loading position to prevent twisting of the chassis frame?

Question 17 of 26

Which diagram shows the correct method for restraining a loose load?

Question 18 of 26

Which diagram shows the correct load position to ensure weight on the steer axles?

Question 19 of 26

Which diagram shows the correct dunnage position for long rigid loads such as steel pipes?

Question 20 of 26

Which of the following methods will best directly restrain a contained load?

Question 21 of 26

Which diagram shows the correct method for restraining small pipe or log loads?

Question 22 of 26

Which diagram shows the correct method for restraining large pipe loads?

Question 23 of 26

Which diagram shows the correct method for restraining divided loads?

Question 24 of 26

Which diagram shows the correct position for carrying loads with potentially dangerous projections?

Question 25 of 26

Which diagram shows the best method for securing loads and protecting lashings?

Question 26 of 26

Loaded shipping containers fitted with corner twist locks should: