How many questions are in the Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) practice test?

Each practice test has 45 questions drawn at random from a pool of 150, with a 30-minute practice timer. Check the current official format with Transport for NSW / Service NSW.

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Q: What pass mark does the Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) practice test use?

This practice test marks a pass at 91%. It also checks at least 12/15 on General Knowledge and 29/30 on Road Safety. Practice test in the format of the Transport for NSW Car Driver Knowledge Test: 45 questions (15 general knowledge, 30 road safety), with at least 12/15 and 29/30 correct needed to pass. The real test has no time limit; the 30-minute timer here is for practice only.

Q: In good driving conditions, what is the minimum gap you should keep between your car and the vehicle in front?

At least 3 seconds. Explanation: Keep at least 3 seconds' distance behind the vehicle in front. Increase it to 4 or more seconds on wet, icy or unsealed roads and at night (Road User Handbook p.66).

Q: Can a learner driver in NSW carry passengers other than their supervisor?

Yes, if every passenger has a seatbelt or child car seat. Explanation: A learner may carry only as many passengers as there are seatbelts and approved, suitable child car seats for (Road User Handbook p.20).

Q: What licence must your supervisor hold while you drive as a learner in NSW?

A full (unrestricted) Australian driver licence. Explanation: A learner's supervisor must hold a full (unrestricted) Australian driver licence. A driver with a learner, P1, P2 or overseas licence must not supervise a learner (Road User Handbook p.28).

NSW car learner licence test

Practice test in the format of the Transport for NSW Car Driver Knowledge Test: 45 questions (15 general knowledge, 30 road safety), with at least 12/15 and 29/30 correct needed to pass. The real test has no time limit; the 30-minute timer here is for practice only.

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Practice Test Length

45 Questions

Randomly drawn from our 150-question source-checked pool.

Practice Timer

30 Minutes

Our practice setting. Check the official rules for the real test.

Practice Pass Mark

91%

12/15 General + 29/30 Safety

5 Most Common Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) Sample Questions & Answers

Preview 5 practice questions with answers and explanations that name their source.

Sample Question 1 of 5Road Safety - Defensive Driving

In good driving conditions, what is the minimum gap you should keep between your car and the vehicle in front?

AAt least 3 seconds

BAt least 2 seconds

CAt least 1 second

Answer & Source:

Keep at least 3 seconds' distance behind the vehicle in front. Increase it to 4 or more seconds on wet, icy or unsealed roads and at night (Road User Handbook p.66).

Sample Question 2 of 5General Knowledge - Crashes and Breakdowns

You are involved in a crash and someone is injured. What must you do?

ADrive to the nearest police station and report the crash there

BStop, give as much help as you can, and call an ambulance and then the police on 000

CSwap details with the other driver and leave if the injured person says they are fine

Answer & Source:

You must always stop and give as much help as possible, and call an ambulance and then the police on triple zero (000). Leaving the scene of a crash with an injured person is an offence (Road User Handbook p.174-175).

Sample Question 3 of 5General Knowledge - Licence Conditions

Can a learner driver in NSW carry passengers other than their supervisor?

ANo, a learner can only carry their supervisor

BYes, but only one passenger, who must be a family member

CYes, if every passenger has a seatbelt or child car seat

Answer & Source:

A learner may carry only as many passengers as there are seatbelts and approved, suitable child car seats for (Road User Handbook p.20).

Sample Question 4 of 5General Knowledge - Mobile Phones

When can a learner, P1 or P2 driver in NSW use a mobile phone while driving?

ANot while driving, even hands-free or at the lights; only when parked clear of traffic

BOnly hands-free, using Bluetooth or the car speakers

COnly for navigation, with the phone in a holder fixed to the car

Answer & Source:

Learner, P1 and P2 drivers must not use a phone for any function while driving, even when stopped at lights. They can use it for any function when parked out of the line of traffic (Road User Handbook p.54-55).

Sample Question 5 of 5General Knowledge - Licence Conditions

What licence must your supervisor hold while you drive as a learner in NSW?

AA P2 licence held for at least 12 months

BA full (unrestricted) Australian driver licence

CAny current overseas driver licence with an English translation

Answer & Source:

A learner's supervisor must hold a full (unrestricted) Australian driver licence. A driver with a learner, P1, P2 or overseas licence must not supervise a learner (Road User Handbook p.28).

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ExamRoo is an independent study aid and is not affiliated with any regulator or training provider. Each question is written from official public sources (legislation, handbooks, regulator guidance and training units) and checked against its source. Relevant authority: Transport for NSW / Service NSW. Rules change, so always confirm the current requirements with them.