Theory Test #3

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Theory Test #3

50 Questions. Not timed.

Explanation

Consult the vehicle handbook or garage before driving the vehicle. Only drive to a garage if it is safe to do so. If you’re not sure get expert help.

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Your anti-lock brakes warning light stays on. You should

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Explanation

If you aren’t sure of the speed limit a good indication is the presence of street lights. If there is street lighting the speed limit will be 30 mph unless otherwise indicated.

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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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Explanation

Harsh use of the accelerator, brakes or steering are likely to lead to skidding, especially on slippery surfaces. Avoid steering and braking at the same time. In icy conditions it’s very important that you constantly assess what’s ahead, so that you can take appropriate action in plenty of time.

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You're driving in freezing conditions. What should you do when approaching a sharp bend?

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Explanation

To prevent your lights from dazzling the driver of the car in front, wait until you’ve overtaken before switching to full beam.

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You are overtaking a car at night. You must be sure that

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Explanation

It is against the law to reverse, cross the central reservation or drive against the traffic flow on a motorway. If you have missed your exit ask yourself if your concentration is fading. It could be that you need to take a rest break before completing your journey.

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You are driving on a motorway. By mistake, you go past the exit that you wanted to take. You should

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Explanation

These are small battery powered vehicles and include wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Some are designed for use on the pavement only and have an upper speed limit of 4 mph (6 km/h). Others can go on the road as well and have a speed limit of 8 mph (12 km/h). They are now very common and are generally used by the elderly, disabled or infirm. Take great care as they are extremely vulnerable because of their low speed and small size.

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Powered vehicles, such as wheelchairs or scooters, used by disabled people have a maximum speed of

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Explanation

Leave the lane free for cyclists. At other times, when the lane is not in operation, you should still be aware that there may be cyclists about. Give them room and don’t pass too closely.

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You are driving along a road that has a cycle lane. The lane is marked by a solid white line. This means that during its period of operation

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Explanation

With-flow bus lane which pedal cycles and taxis may also use ahead.

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What does this sign mean?

Explanation

Windscreen pillars can obstruct your view, particularly at bends and junctions. Look out for other road users, particularly cyclists and pedestrians, as they can be hard to see.

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Windscreen pillars can obstruct your view. You should take particular care when

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Explanation

Don’t reverse into a main road from a side road. The main road is likely to be busy and the traffic on it moving quickly. Cut down the risks by reversing into a quiet side road.

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When may you reverse from a side road into a main road?

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Explanation

When an Active Traffic Management (ATM) scheme is operating on a motorway you MUST follow the mandatory instructions shown on the gantries above each lane. This includes the hard shoulder.

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You are in an Active Traffic Management area on a motorway. When the Actively Managed mode is operating

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Explanation

Briefly using your hazard warning lights will warn the traffic travelling behind you that there's a hazard ahead. This can reduce the chance of vehicles crashing into the back of each other.

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You're driving on a motorway. When can you use hazard warning lights?

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Explanation

White lights at the rear of a car show that it is about to reverse. Sound your horn to warn of your presence and reduce your speed as a precaution.

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You are driving along this road. The driver on the left is reversing from a driveway. You should

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Explanation

You may pass slower traffic on their left while driving along a one-way street. Be aware of drivers who may need to change lanes and not expect faster traffic passing on their left.

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When may you overtake another vehicle on the left?

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Explanation

Wet weather will affect the time it takes for you to stop and can affect your control. Your speed should allow you to stop safely and in good time. If another vehicle pulls into the gap you’ve left, ease back until you’ve regained your stopping distance.

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You are following a vehicle at a safe distance on a wet road. Another driver overtakes you and pulls into the gap you have left. What should you do?

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Explanation

Don’t turn round in a busy street or reverse from a side road into a main road. Find a quiet side road and choose a place where you won’t obstruct an entrance or exit. Look out for pedestrians and cyclists as well as other traffic.

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You are on a busy main road and find that you are travelling in the wrong direction. What should you do?

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Explanation

Once the airway is open, check breathing. Listen and feel for breath. Do this by placing your cheek over their mouth and nose, and look to see if the chest rises. This should be done for up to 10 seconds.

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You are at an incident where a casualty is unconscious. Their breathing should be checked. This should be done for at least

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Explanation

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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Explanation

In good, dry conditions an alert driver who’s driving a vehicle with tyres and brakes in good condition, needs to keep a distance of at least two seconds from the car in front.

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You should leave at least a two-second gap between your vehicle and the one in front when conditions are

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Explanation

You won't be able to drive unaccompanied until you've passed your practical driving test. When you’ve passed, it's a good idea to ask your instructor to take you for a lesson on the motorway. Alternatively, you could take part in the Pass Plus scheme. This has been created for new drivers and includes motorway driving. Ask your instructor for details.

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What restrictions apply to new drivers holding a provisional driving licence?

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Explanation

When you've passed your practical test you'll be able to drive on a motorway. It's recommended that you have instruction on motorway driving before you venture out on your own. Ask your instructor about this.

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As a provisional licence holder, you mustn’t drive a motor car

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Explanation

Give way to buses whenever you can do so safely, especially when they signal to pull away from bus stops. Look out for people leaving the bus and crossing the road.

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A bus has stopped at a bus stop ahead of you. Its right-hand indicator is flashing. You should

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Explanation

Put a warning triangle on the road at least 45 metres (147 feet) behind your broken-down vehicle on the same side of the road, or use other permitted warning devices if you have them. Always take great care when placing or retrieving them, but never use them on motorways.

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You have broken down on a two-way road. You have a warning triangle. You should place the warning triangle at least how far from your vehicle?

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Explanation

In this instance, you should particularly careful as there are clearly children involved who may be distracted and run into the road.

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What is the meaning of this sign?

Explanation

Some crossings have gates but no attendant or signals. You should stop, look both ways, listen and make sure that no train is approaching. If there's a telephone, contact the signal operator to make sure it's safe to cross.

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What does this sign mean?

Explanation

If you intend to overtake you must consider that approaching traffic could be planning the same manoeuvre. When you have considered the situation and have decided it is safe, indicate your intentions early. This will show the approaching traffic that you intend to pull out.

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Some two-way roads are divided into three lanes. Why are these particularly dangerous?

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Explanation

On the approach to tunnels a sign will usually show a local radio channel. It should give a warning of any incidents or congestion in the tunnel ahead. Many radios can be set to automatically pick up traffic announcements and local frequencies. If you have to tune the radio manually don’t be distracted while doing so. Incidents in tunnels can lead to serious casualties. The greatest hazard is fire. Getting an advance warning of problems could save your life and others.

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When approaching a tunnel it is good advice to

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Explanation

The 'dual carriageway ends' sign appears in a red triangle. It shows two carriageways coming together to indicate two-way traffic will continue ahead on a single carriageway road. You'll soon notice the central reservation coming to an end and lanes beginning to merge.

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Which of these signs means the end of a dual carriageway?

Explanation

When a diversion route has been put in place, drivers are advised to follow a symbol, which may be a black triangle, square, circle or diamond shape on a yellow background. Category: Road and traffic signs.

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This sign is advising you to

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Explanation

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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Explanation

As you drive, look well ahead and all around so that you’re ready for any hazards that might occur. There may be occasions when you have to stop in an emergency. React as soon as you can whilst keeping control of the vehicle.

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You are driving on a wet road. You have to stop your vehicle in an emergency. You should

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Explanation

Try to be ready for the unexpected. Plan ahead and learn to anticipate hazards. You’ll then give yourself more time to react to any problems that might occur. Be tolerant of the behaviour of other road users who don’t behave correctly.

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A vehicle pulls out in front of you at a junction. What should you do?

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Explanation

If a disabled driver's vehicle breaks down and they are unable to walk to an emergency phone, they're advised to stay in their car and switch on the hazard warning lights. They may also display a 'Help' pennant in their vehicle.

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You see a car on the hard shoulder of a motorway with a HELP pennant displayed. This means the driver is most likely to be

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Explanation

This sign gives advance warning of a staggered junction ahead with roads to the left and right. Be aware that vehicles may be emerging from these roads.

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What does this sign mean?

Explanation

If you’re following a large vehicle but are so close to it that you can’t see the exterior mirrors, the driver can’t see you. Keeping well back will also allow you to see the road ahead by looking past either side of the large vehicle.

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When following a large vehicle you should keep well back because this

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Explanation

Where signs or road markings show lanes are for cyclists only, leave them free. Don’t drive or park in a cycle lane unless it is unavoidable.

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You're driving on a road that has a cycle lane. The lane is marked by a broken white line. This means that

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Explanation

At junctions your view is often restricted by buildings, trees or parked cars. You need to be able to see in order to judge a safe gap. Edge forward slowly and keep looking all the time. Don’t cause other road users to change speed or direction as you emerge.

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You are waiting to turn right at the end of a road. Your view is obstructed by parked vehicles. What should you do?

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Explanation

Keep well back and allow the cyclist room to take up the correct position for the turn. Don’t get too close behind or try to squeeze past.

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You are approaching this cyclist. You should

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Explanation

You must obey these signs even if there appear to be no problems ahead.

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You are in the right-hand lane on a motorway. You see these overhead signs. This means?

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Explanation

Trailers and caravans may be left in storage over the winter months and tyres can deteriorate. It’s important to check their tread depth and also the pressures and general condition. The legal tread depth applies to the central three quarters of its breadth over its entire circumference.

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You are checking your trailer tyres. What is the minimum legal thred depth over the central three quarters of its breadth?

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Explanation

Don’t drive or park in a bus lane when it’s in operation. This can cause disruption to traffic and delays to public transport.

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A bus lane on your left shows no times of operation. This means it is

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Explanation

Powered vehicles used by disabled people are small, low, hard to see and travel very slowly. On a dual carriageway a flashing amber light will warn other road users.

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Powered vehicles used by disabled people are small and hard to see. How do they give early warning when on a dual carriageway?

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To avoid a collision when entering a contraflow system, you should

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Explanation

This sign indicates that there are waiting restrictions. It is normally accompanied by details of when restrictions are in force. Details of most signs which are in common use are shown in The Highway Code and a more comprehensive selection is available in Know Your Traffic Signs.

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What is the meaning of this sign?

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Explanation

This sign marks a route which buses are not permitted to use.

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What does this sign mean?

Explanation

You MUST stop if there are red lights flashing above every lane on the motorway. However, if any of the other lanes do not show flashing red lights or red cross you may move into that lane and continue if it is safe to do so.

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You are allowed to stop on a motorway when you

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Explanation

Take care if you have to pass a parked vehicle on your side of the road. Give way to oncoming traffic if there isn’t enough room for you both to continue safely.

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You meet an obstruction on your side of the road. You should

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Explanation

It’s very frustrating when your separation distance is shortened by another vehicle. React positively, stay calm and drop further back.

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You keep well back while waiting to overtake a large vehicle. A car fills the gap. You should

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Explanation

Motorways mustn’t be used by pedestrians, cyclists, motorcycles under 50 cc, certain slow-moving vehicles without permission, and powered wheelchairs/mobility scooters.

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Which vehicles are prohibited from using the motorway?

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Explanation

Before overtaking assess the situation. Look well ahead to see if the cyclist will need to change direction. Be especially aware of the cyclist approaching parked vehicles as they will need to alter course. Do not pass too closely or cut in sharply.

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When you are overtaking a cyclist you should leave as much room as you would give to a car. What is the main reason for this?

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