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Timed Theory Test #8
50 Questions. Timed.
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The flashing amber lights are switched on to warn you that children may be crossing near a school. Slow down and take extra care as you may have to stop.
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There are flashing amber lights under a school warning sign. What action should you take?
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As you begin to think about overtaking, ask yourself if it’s really necessary. If you can’t see well ahead stay back and wait for a safer place to pull out.
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In which of these situations should you avoid overtaking?
A tyre bursting can lead to a loss of control, especially if you’re travelling at high speed. Using the correct procedure should help you to stop the vehicle safely.
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Your tyre bursts while you’re driving. What should you do?
Travel slowly and carefully near parked vehicles. Beware of • vehicles pulling out, especially bicycles and motorcycles • pedestrians, especially children, who may run out from between cars • drivers opening their doors.
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You're driving along a street with parked vehicles on the left-hand side. Why should you keep your speed down?
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You're on a two-lane dual carriageway. Why would you use the right-hand lane?
Further collisions and fire are the main dangers immediately after a crash. If possible get others to assist you and make the area safe. Help those involved and remember DR ABC, (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Compressions). This will help when dealing with any injuries.
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You arrive at a serious motorcycle crash. The motorcyclist is unconscious and bleeding. What should you do to help them?
If there is no-one on the crossing when the amber light is flashing, you may proceed over the crossing. You don’t need to wait for the green light to show.
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At a pelican crossing, what does a flashing amber light mean?
You must know how to load your trailer or caravan so that the hitch exerts a downward force onto the tow ball. This information can be found in your vehicle handbook or from your vehicle manufacturer’s agent.
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You wish to tow a trailer. Where would you find the maximum noseweight of your vehicle’s tow ball?
Plate used with level crossing warning signs: advance warning of light signals at a level crossing with or without a gate or barrier.
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What is the meaning of this sign?
Wet roads will reduce your tyres’ grip on the road. The safe separation gap of at least two seconds in dry conditions should be doubled in wet weather.
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You are following a vehicle on a wet road. You should leave a time gap of at least
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If you need to display a warning triangle make sure that it can be clearly seen by other road users. Place it on the same side of the road as the broken down vehicle and away from any obstruction that would make it hard to see.
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You have broken down on a two-way road. You have a warning triangle. You should place it at least how far from your vehicle?
There will be an orange label on the side and rear of the tanker. Look at this carefully and report what it says when you phone the emergency services. Details of hazard warning plates are given in The Highway Code.
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A tanker is involved in a collision. Which sign shows it is carrying dangerous goods?
Sign warns road users that they are approaching a Zebra crossing and should be prepared to stop if necessary.
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What does this sign mean?
Try not to hold up a queue of traffic. Other road users may become impatient and this could lead to reckless actions. If you’re driving a slow-moving vehicle and the road is narrow, look for a safe place to pull in. DON’T wave other traffic past since this could be dangerous if you or they haven’t seen an oncoming vehicle.
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You are driving a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow winding road. You should
Plan your journey to include suitable rest stops. You should take all possible precautions against feeling sleepy while driving. Any lapse of concentration could have serious consequences.
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On a long motorway journey boredom can cause you to feel sleepy. You should
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Always check the road signs. Triangular signs are warning signs: they inform you about hazards ahead and help you to anticipate any problems. There are a number of different signs showing pedestrians. Learn the meaning of each one.
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Which sign means there may be people walking along the road?
When you take out motor insurance you’ll be issued with a certificate. This contains details explaining who and what is insured. If a police officer asks to see your insurance certificate you must produce it at the time or at a police station within a specified period. You also need to have current valid insurance when renewing your vehicle excise duty (road tax).
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For which of these must you show your motor insurance certificate?
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When leaving your car to help keep it secure you should
Stop signs have a distinctive octagon shape, while an upside down triangle with a red outline is used for give way signs.
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What shape is a STOP sign at a junction?
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You are following a long vehicle. It approaches a crossroads and signals left, but moves out to the right. You should
No phone call is important enough to risk endangering lives. It’s better to switch your phone off completely when driving. If you must be contactable plan your route to include breaks so you can catch up on messages in safety. Always choose a safe and convenient place to take a break, such as a lay-by or service area.
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To answer a call on your mobile phone while travelling you shoul
If you follow another vehicle with your headlights on full beam they could dazzle the driver. Leave a safe distance and ensure that the light from your dipped beam falls short of the vehicle in front.
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You are driving at night on an unlit road behind another vehicle. You should
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You may drive over a footpath
Look well ahead and only pull out if it is safe. You will need to use all of the road to pass the cyclist, so be extra-cautious. Look out for entrances to fields where tractors or other farm machinery could be waiting to pull out.
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You are travelling along this narrow country road. When passing the cyclists you should go
In the event of a towbar failure the cable activates the trailer brakes, then snaps. This allows the towing vehicle to get free of the trailer and out of danger.
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A trailer must stay securely hitched up to the towing vehicle. What additional safety device can be fitted to the trailer braking system?
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Your tyre bursts while you are driving. Which TWO things should you do?
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You are on a road that has no traffic signs. There are street lights. What is the speed limit?
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The road is wet. Why might a motorcyclist steer round drain covers on a bend?
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A driver does something that upsets you. You should
Towing a caravan or trailer affects the way the tow vehicle handles. It is highly recommended that you take a caravan manoeuvring course. These are provided by various organisations for anyone wishing to tow a trailer.
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You are planning to tow a caravan. Which of these will mostly help to aid the vehicle handling?
When you want to go straight on at a roundabout, don’t signal as you approach it, but indicate left just after you pass the exit before the one you wish to take.
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When going straight ahead at a roundabout you should
When a long vehicle is going to turn right it may need to keep close to the left-hand kerb. This is to prevent the rear end of the trailer cutting the corner. You need to be aware of how long vehicles behave in such situations. Don’t overtake the lorry because it could turn as you’re alongside. Stay behind and wait for it to turn.
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You are follwing a long vehicle approaching a crossroads. The driver signals right but moves close to the left-hand kerb. What should you do?
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How will your vehicle be affected when you drive up steep hills?
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Why is travelling in neutral for long distances (known as coasting) wrong?
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You are travelling at 50mph on a good, dry road. What is your typical overall stopping distance?
A SORN declaration allows you to keep a vehicle off road and untaxed. SORN will end when the vehicle is taxed, sold or scrapped.
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How long will a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) last for?
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Why is it dangerous to leave rear fog lights on when they’re not needed?
If the airbag activates near a baby seat, it could cause serious injury or even death to the child. It is illegal to fit a rear-facing baby seat into a passenger seat protected by an active frontal airbag. You MUST secure it in a different seat or deactivate the relevant airbag. Follow the manufacturers advice when fitting a baby seat.
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You are using a rear-facing baby seat. You want to put it on the front passenger seat which is protected by a frontal airbag. What must you do before setting off?
Motorcyclists often overtake queues of vehicles. Make one last check in your mirror and your blind spot to avoid turning across their path.
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You want to turn right from a main road into a side road. Just before turning you should
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To avoid a collision when entering a contraflow system, you should
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The “Traffic Merges from Left” sign warns you that traffic from a separate lane will be joining the road you are on from the left-hand side. This merging traffic does not have priority and must yield to you, the driver on the main road.
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Helping someone to drive is a responsible task. Before learning to drive you’re advised to find a qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to teach you. This will ensure that you’re taught the correct procedures from the start.
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A friend wants to help you learn to drive. They must be
If the wheels of your vehicle lock they will not grip the road and you will lose steering control. In good conditions the anti-lock system will prevent the wheels locking and allow you to retain steering control.
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Anti-lock brakes can greatly assist with
The colours of the reflective studs on the motorway and their locations are • red – between the hard shoulder and the carriageway • white – lane markings • amber – between the edge of the carriageway and the central reservation • green – along slip road exits and entrances • bright green/yellow – roadworks and contraflow systems.
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You are on a three-lane motorway. There are red reflective studs on your left and white ones to your right. Where are you?
Many towns have speed humps to slow down traffic. Slow down when driving over them. If you go too fast they may affect your steering and suspension, causing you to lose control or even damaging it. Be aware of pedestrians in these areas.
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You are driving in a built-up area. You approach a speed hump. You should
You must show consideration to other road users. The reactions of older drivers may be slower and they might need more time to deal with a situation. Be tolerant and don’t lose patience or show your annoyance.
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You are following a car driven by an elderly driver. You should
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Front fog lights may be used ONLY if
Trams are powered by electricity and therefore do not emitt exhaust fumes. They are also much quieter than petrol and diesel engined vehicles and can carry large number of passengers.
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The pictured vehicle is environmentally friendly because it
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These lines may be painted on the road on the approach to a roundabout, village or a particular hazard. The lines are raised and painted yellow and their purpose is to make you aware of your speed. Reduce your speed in good time so that you avoid having to brake harshly over the last few metres before reaching the junction.
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You see these markings on the road. Why are they there?
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Why is it bad technique to coast when driving downhill?
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