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What must a driver in Tasmania do when an emergency vehicle with flashing lights or siren is approaching?

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Key Facts: Tasmania DKT Car Exam

35

Official DKT Questions (4 Sections)

Transport Tasmania

0.05%

BAC Limit for Full Licence Holders

Road Safety (Alcohol and Drugs) Act 1970 (Tas)

90 km/h

Maximum Speed for Learner Drivers

Tasmanian Road Rules Handbook

Free

Knowledge Test Fee

Transport Tasmania

The Tasmania DKT has 35 multiple-choice questions split across four sections. You must pass every section to pass the test: 7/7 on the Compulsory section, 4/5 on Traffic Rules, 15/18 on Road Rules, and 4/5 on Road Safety. All questions come from the Tasmanian Road Rules Handbook. The test is untimed and free of charge. You can prepare through the Plates Plus online course or by reading the Road Rules Handbook and taking practice questions. Minimum age for a learner licence is 16 years.

Sample Tasmania DKT Car Practice Questions

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1What is the default speed limit in a built-up area in Tasmania when no speed limit sign is displayed?
A.60 km/h
B.80 km/h
C.50 km/h
D.40 km/h
Explanation: The default speed limit in a built-up area in Tasmania is 50 km/h when no speed limit sign is present. This applies unless a different limit is posted. The 50 km/h limit remains in effect until you pass a sign displaying a different speed or the road ends.
2What is the default speed limit on a sealed road outside a built-up area in Tasmania when no sign is displayed?
A.80 km/h
B.110 km/h
C.90 km/h
D.100 km/h
Explanation: The default speed limit on a sealed road outside a built-up area in Tasmania is 100 km/h. On unsealed (gravel) roads outside built-up areas, the default is 80 km/h. Always obey posted signs if they show a lower limit.
3What is the maximum speed a car driver holding a learner licence can travel in Tasmania?
A.100 km/h
B.90 km/h
C.80 km/h
D.110 km/h
Explanation: Car drivers holding a learner licence (L1 or L2) must not drive faster than 90 km/h in Tasmania. If the posted speed limit is lower, the lower limit must be obeyed. This restriction applies even on roads with higher posted speed limits.
4What speed limit applies in a school zone in Tasmania during school hours on an official school day?
A.25 km/h
B.30 km/h
C.40 km/h
D.50 km/h
Explanation: A speed limit of 40 km/h applies in school zones in Tasmania during the times shown on the sign on official school days (Monday to Friday during school terms). The 40 km/h limit does not apply on school holidays, weekends, or public holidays.
5When must you slow to 40 km/h near a school bus in Tasmania?
A.When the bus is moving and children are visible
B.When you are within 100 metres of a school bus with flashing warning lights
C.When you are within 50 metres of a school bus displaying a School bus warning sign and flashing warning lights
D.Only when directed to by the bus driver
Explanation: You must slow to 40 km/h when you are within 50 metres of a school bus that is displaying a School bus warning sign and has its warning lights flashing or lit. This applies whether you are driving behind or towards the bus from either direction.
6What is the recommended following distance behind a vehicle in normal conditions in Tasmania?
A.2 seconds
B.3 seconds
C.4 seconds
D.1 second
Explanation: The Tasmanian Road Rules recommend travelling at least 3 seconds behind the vehicle in front to provide enough time to avoid a crash if something suddenly happens ahead. This is a minimum — greater distances are needed in poor weather or at higher speeds.
7On a road with a speed limit of 80 km/h or less, what speed must you slow to when passing a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights?
A.60 km/h
B.50 km/h
C.30 km/h
D.40 km/h
Explanation: On roads with a speed limit up to and including 80 km/h, you must slow to 40 km/h when passing a stationary or slow-moving emergency, enforcement, or roadside assistance vehicle displaying flashing lights or sounding a siren. On roads over 80 km/h, you must slow to 40 km/h if it is safe to do so.
8What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for a fully licensed car driver (not a learner or provisional driver) in Tasmania?
A.0.10%
B.0.08%
C.0.02%
D.0.05%
Explanation: A fully licensed driver in Tasmania must not drive with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05% or more. Exceeding this limit results in licence disqualification and other penalties. Learner and provisional drivers must have a zero BAC.
9What is the BAC limit for a learner or provisional driver in Tasmania?
A.0.05%
B.0.02%
C.0.01%
D.Zero — no alcohol permitted
Explanation: Learner and provisional drivers (including P1 and P2 holders) must have zero blood alcohol content when driving in Tasmania. Any detectable alcohol is illegal for these drivers. The same zero BAC applies to drivers of heavy vehicles and public passenger vehicles.
10Which of the following correctly describes when it is legal to drive after taking prescribed medication in Tasmania?
A.It is always legal if a doctor has prescribed the medication
B.It is legal as long as you feel fine while taking the medication
C.It is illegal if the medication affects your ability to properly control the vehicle
D.It is legal unless you have also consumed alcohol
Explanation: In Tasmania, driving while taking prescribed medication that affects your ability to have proper control of a vehicle is an offence. It does not matter that the medication was prescribed; if it impairs your driving, it is illegal to drive. You should consult your doctor or pharmacist before driving while on any medication.

About the Tasmania DKT Car Exam

The Tasmania Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) is the computer-based road-rules knowledge test required to obtain a learner licence for a car. It consists of 35 multiple-choice questions divided into four sections: Compulsory (7 questions, all must be correct), Traffic Rules (5 questions, 4 must be correct), Road Rules (18 questions, 15 must be correct), and Road Safety (5 questions, 4 must be correct). All questions are drawn from the Tasmanian Road Rules Handbook. Applicants can prepare via the Plates Plus online course or sit the standalone DKT at a Service Tasmania shop. The test itself is free; a learner licence costs approximately AUD $39.65.

Questions

35 scored questions

Time Limit

Untimed

Passing Score

Section-based: Compulsory 7/7; Traffic Rules 4/5; Road Rules 15/18; Road Safety 4/5

Exam Fee

Free (the knowledge test itself is free; learner licence issue approx AUD $39.65) (Transport Services, Department of State Growth, Tasmania — sat at Service Tasmania shops)

Tasmania DKT Car Exam Content Outline

28%

General Road Rules

Following distance (3-second rule), seatbelts, mobile phone laws, overtaking, parking restrictions, reversing, U-turns, and general road behaviour

15%

Traffic Signs and Road Markings

Regulatory, warning, and temporary traffic signs; lane markings including continuous and broken lines; traffic arrows and bicycle storage areas

14%

Give Way, Intersections and Roundabouts

Give way at uncontrolled intersections, Stop and Give Way signs, roundabout rules, T-intersections, slip lanes, and level crossings

12%

Speed Limits and Lane Use

Default limits (50/80/100 km/h), school zones (40 km/h), learner (90 km/h) and P1 (100 km/h) limits, keep-left rule, and special purpose lanes

10%

Alcohol, Drugs and Fatigue

Full licence BAC limit 0.05%, zero BAC for learner and provisional drivers, illicit drug prohibition, prescribed medication rules, and fatigue

13%

Road Safety and Defensive Driving

Top five crash causes, emergency vehicle procedures, high-beam rules, hazard lights, crash obligations, and defensive driving habits

8%

Pedestrians, Seatbelts and Restraints

Pedestrian crossings, shared zones, child restraints (birth–7 years), seatbelt obligations for all occupants, and pedestrian road rules

How to Pass the Tasmania DKT Car Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Section-based: Compulsory 7/7; Traffic Rules 4/5; Road Rules 15/18; Road Safety 4/5
  • Exam length: 35 questions
  • Time limit: Untimed
  • Exam fee: Free (the knowledge test itself is free; learner licence issue approx AUD $39.65)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

Tasmania DKT Car Study Tips from Top Performers

1Read the Tasmanian Road Rules Handbook cover to cover — all 35 DKT questions are drawn directly from it and it is only 82 pages
2Memorise the key Tasmanian figures: 50 km/h built-up default, 80 km/h gravel outside built-up, 100 km/h sealed outside built-up, 0.05% BAC for full licence, zero BAC for learner/provisional, 90 km/h learner speed cap, 100 km/h P1 cap
3Learn roundabout rules thoroughly — give way to vehicles already inside, travel clockwise, and know when to indicate left for different exit points
4Study the four sections separately and aim to score 100% on the Compulsory section in practice, since all 7 Compulsory questions must be correct to pass
5Use the Plates Plus online course if possible — Transport Tasmania states it has a higher pass rate than the standalone DKT taken without course preparation

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the Tasmania Driver Knowledge Test?

The Tasmania DKT has 35 multiple-choice questions divided into four sections: Compulsory (7 questions), Traffic Rules (5 questions), Road Rules (18 questions), and Road Safety (5 questions). This practice set has 100 questions to give you broader preparation across all topic areas.

What score do I need to pass the Tasmania DKT?

You must pass all four sections: answer all 7 Compulsory questions correctly, at least 4 out of 5 Traffic Rules questions, at least 15 out of 18 Road Rules questions, and at least 4 out of 5 Road Safety questions. Failing any one section means failing the overall test.

Is the Tasmania DKT free?

Yes. The Driver Knowledge Test itself is free of charge and can be sat at any Service Tasmania shop. If you pass, obtaining a learner licence costs approximately AUD $39.65. You can also prepare through the Plates Plus course, which has its own fee.

What is the BAC limit for learner and provisional drivers in Tasmania?

Learner and provisional (P1 and P2) drivers must have zero blood alcohol content — any alcohol at all is prohibited. Full licence holders must not exceed a BAC of 0.05%. Exceeding 0.05% results in licence disqualification regardless of the amount above the limit.

What are the speed limits for learner drivers in Tasmania?

Car drivers holding a learner licence (L1 or L2) must not exceed 90 km/h — even on roads with a higher posted limit. P1 provisional car drivers are limited to 100 km/h. On roads with a lower posted speed limit, the lower limit must always be obeyed.

Can I use my mobile phone while driving on a learner or P1 licence in Tasmania?

No. Learner and P1 provisional licence holders are completely banned from using a mobile phone while driving, including hands-free and voice-activation modes. The ban also applies when the vehicle is stationary but not parked (e.g., at traffic lights). The only exception is pre-set audio or GPS playing without any interaction.

Where can I sit the Tasmania DKT?

The standalone DKT can be sat at any Service Tasmania shop. You will need to bring evidence of identity. Alternatively, you can complete the Plates Plus online course and test, which includes the knowledge assessment. Transport Tasmania recommends Plates Plus as it has a higher pass rate than the standalone test.