Theory Test #3

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Theory Test #3

50 Questions. Not timed.

Explanation

Long vehicles might have to take a slightly different position when approaching the roundabout or going around it. This is to stop the rear of the vehicle cutting in and mounting the kerb.

1 / 50

Which vehicle is most likely to take an unusual course at a roundabout?

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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.

2 / 50

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

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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

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

If you want to turn left and there’s a cyclist in front of you, hold back. Wait until the cyclist has passed the junction and then turn left behind them.

6 / 50

You should never attempt to overtake a cyclist

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Explanation

Motorcyclists and cyclists are often more difficult to see on the road. This is especially the case at junctions. You may not be able to see a motorcyclist approaching a junction if your view is blocked by other traffic. A motorcycle may be travelling as fast as a car, sometimes faster. Make sure that you judge speeds correctly before you emerge.

7 / 50

Where should you take particular care to look out for motorcyclists and cyclists?

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Explanation

Having an excess on your policy will help to keep down the premium, but if you make a claim you will have to pay the excess yourself.

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You claim on your insurance to have your car repaired. You're policy has an excess of £150. What does this mean?

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Explanation

If you feel tired stop at the nearest service area. If it’s too far away leave the motorway at the next exit and find a safe place to stop. You must not stop on the carriageway or hard shoulder of a motorway except in an emergency, in a traffic queue, when signalled to do so by a police or enforcement officer, or by traffic signals. Plan your journey so that you have regular rest stops.

9 / 50

You are travelling on a motorway. You decide you need a rest. You should

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Explanation

Where a motorway has a steep uphill gradient, slow-moving, large vehicles might get in the way of other traffic. An extra lane on the left may be provided for these slow-moving vehicles. It allows faster-moving traffic to flow more easily.

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A crawler lane on a motorway is found

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Explanation

Always check road and traffic conditions in all directions before reversing into a side road. Keep a good look-out throughout the manoeuvre. Act on what you see and wait if necessary.

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You are reversing your vehicle into a side road. When would the greatest hazard to passing traffic occur?

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Explanation

You should give way to traffic already on the motorway. Where possible they may move over to let you in but don’t force your way into the traffic stream. The traffic may be travelling at high speed so you should match your speed to fit in.

12 / 50

When joining a motorway you must always

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Explanation

Wait for a safe gap in the traffic before you move out. Indicate your intention and use the hard shoulder to gain speed but don’t force your way into the traffic.

13 / 50

After a breakdown you need to rejoin the main carriageway of a motorway from the hard shoulder. You should

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Explanation

You should move to another lane if it is safe to do so. This can greatly assist the flow of traffic joining the motorway, especially at peak times.

14 / 50

You are travelling along the left-hand lane of a three-lane motorway. Traffic is joining from a slip road. You should

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Explanation

Windscreen pillars can block your view, particularly at junctions. Those road users most at risk of not being seen are cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians. Never rely on just a quick glance.

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When emerging from junctions, which is most likely to obstruct your view?

Explanation

If you see that parts of the tread on your tyres are wearing before others, it may indicate a brake, steering or suspension fault. Regular servicing will help to detect faults at an early stage and this will avoid the risk of minor faults becoming serious or even dangerous.

16 / 50

What can cause excessive or uneven tyre wear?

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Explanation

If you have a garage, use it. Your vehicle is less likely to be a victim of car crime if it’s in a garage. Also in winter the windows will be free from ice and snow.

17 / 50

Where is the safest place to park your vehicle at night?

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Explanation

This sign will be located on the main carriageway and show you the distance until the motorway, and associated speed limits, end.

18 / 50

What does this sign mean?

Explanation

Although cars are the least likely to be affected, crosswinds can take anyone by surprise. This is most likely to happen, after overtaking a large vehicle, when passing gaps between hedges or buildings, and on exposed sections of road.

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Which of these is least likely to be affected by crosswinds?

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Explanation

Pedestrians and riders on two wheels can be harder to see than other road users. Make sure you keep a look-out for them, especially at junctions. Good effective observation, coupled with appropiate action, can save lives.

20 / 50

At road junctions which of the following are most vulnerable?

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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.

21 / 50

The pictured vehicle is environmentally friendly because it

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Explanation

Road humps are used to slow down traffic.They're found in places where there are often pedestrians, such as

  • shopping areas
  • near schools
  • residential areas.

Watch out for people close to the kerb or crossing the road.

22 / 50

Which of these plates normally appear with the road sign shown?

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Explanation

Coasting is when you allow the vehicle to freewheel in neutral or with the clutch pedal depressed. Speed will increase as you lose the benefits of engine braking and have less control. You shouldn't coast when approaching hazards such as junctions or bends and when travelling downhill.

23 / 50

Why is it bad technique to coast when driving downhill?

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Explanation

Some bus lanes operate only during peak hours and other vehicles may use them outside these hours. Make sure you check the sign for the hours of operation before driving in a bus lane.

24 / 50

When may you drive a motor car in this bus lane?

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Explanation

Always check the label of any medication container. The contents might affect your driving. If you aren’t sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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Your doctor has given you a course of medicine. Why should you ask how it will affect you?

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Explanation

Triangular signs give you a warning of hazards ahead. They're there to give you time to prepare for the hazard; for example, by adjusting your speed.

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Which of these signs means there is a double bend ahead?

Explanation

Have the correct details ready before you use the emergency telephone. The operator will need to know the details of your vehicle and its fault. For your own safety always face the traffic when you speak on a roadside telephone.

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You’ve broken down on a motorway. When you use the emergency telephone you will be asked for

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.

28 / 50

You are approaching this cyclist. You should

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29 / 50

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

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Explanation

Pull over in a place where the ambulance can pass safely. Check that there are no bollards or obstructions in the road that will prevent it from doing so.

30 / 50

When being followed by an ambulance showing a flashing blue beacon you should

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Explanation

Competitive driving increases the risks to everyone and is the opposite of responsible, considerate and defensive driving. Defensive driving is about questioning the actions of other road users and being prepared for the unexpected. Don’t be taken by surprise

31 / 50

What style of driving causes increased risk to everyone?

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Explanation

A vehicle towing trailer must not

  • use the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway unless directed to do so, for example, at roadworks or due to lane closure
  • exceed 60 mph

32 / 50

You are towing a small caravan on a busy three-lane motorway. All the lanes are open. You must

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Explanation

If the lights at a level crossing continue to flash after a train has passed, you should still wait as there might be another train coming. Time seems to pass slowly when you’re held up in a queue. Be patient and wait until the lights stop flashing.

33 / 50

You are waiting at a level crossing. A train has passed but the lights keep flashing. You must

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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.

34 / 50

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

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Explanation

If your vehicle breaks down on a level crossing, your first priority is to get everyone out of the vehicle and clear of the crossing. Then use the railway telephone, if there is one, to tell the signal operator. If you have time before the train arrives, move the vehicle clear of the crossing, but only do this if alarm signals are not on.

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You break down on a level crossing. The lights have not yet begun to flash. What's the first thing should you do?

Explanation

Although a convex mirror gives a wide view of the scene behind, you should be aware that it will not show you everything behind or to the side of the vehicle. Before you move off you will need to check over your shoulder to look for anything not visible in the mirrors.

36 / 50

Why are mirrors often slightly curved (convex)

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37 / 50

You are travelling at 50 mph on a good, dry road. What is your typical overall stopping distance?

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Explanation

Due to the danger from passing traffic you should park as far to the left as you can and leave the vehicle by the nearside door. Do not attempt even simple repairs. Instead walk to an emergency telephone on your side of the road and phone for assistance. While waiting for assistance to arrive wait near your car, keeping well away from the carriageway and hard shoulder.

38 / 50

You get a puncture on the motorway. You manage to get your vehicle onto the hard shoulder. You should

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Explanation

Practise good observation in all directions before you emerge or make a turn. Proceed only when you’re sure it’s safe to do so.

39 / 50

Who has priority at an unmarked crossroads?

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Explanation

A long lorry with a heavy load will need more time to pass you than a car, especially on an uphill stretch of road. Slow down and allow the lorry to pass.

40 / 50

A long, heavily-laden lorry is taking a long time to overtake you. What should you do?

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Explanation

If you’re following a cyclist who’s signalling to turn right at a roundabout leave plenty of room. Give them space and time to get into the correct lane.

41 / 50

You are coming to a roundabout. A cyclist is signalling to turn right. What should you do?

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Explanation

The purpose of a box junction is to keep the junction clear by preventing vehicles from stopping in the path of crossing traffic. You must not enter a box junction unless your exit is clear. But, you may enter the box and wait if you want to turn right and are only prevented from doing so by oncoming traffic.

42 / 50

When may you wait in a box-junction?

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43 / 50

You are trying to move off on snow. You should use

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Explanation

Only use front fog lights if the distance you are able to see is less than 100 metres (328 feet). Turn off your fog lights as the visibility improves.

44 / 50

You may drive with front fog lights switched on

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Explanation

Traffic calming measures are used to make the roads safer for vulnerable road users, such as cyclists, pedestrians and children. These can be designed as chicanes, road humps or other obstacles that encourage drivers and riders to slow down.

45 / 50

Traffic calming measures are used to

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Explanation

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.

46 / 50

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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Explanation

You should take extra care when you first encounter trams. You will have to get used to dealing with a different traffic system. Be aware that they can accelerate and travel very quickly and that they cannot change direction to avoid obstructions.

47 / 50

As a driver why should you be more careful where trams operate?

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Explanation

Collisions can often happen at roadworks. Be aware of the speed limits, slow down in good time and keep your distance from the vehicle in front.

48 / 50

You are approaching roadworks on a motorway. What should you do?

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Explanation

Using a hands-free system doesn’t mean that you can safely drive and use a mobile phone. This type of mobile phone can still distract your attention from the road. As a driver, it is your responsibility to keep yourself and other road users safe at all times.

49 / 50

Your vehicle is fitted with a hands-free phone system. Using this equipment whilst driving

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Explanation

Vehicle navigation systems can be useful when driving on unfamiliar routes. However they can also distract you and cause you to lose control if you look at or adjust them while driving. Pull up in a convenient and safe place before adjusting them.

50 / 50

Your vehicle is fitted with a navigation system. How should you avoid letting this distract you while driving?

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