Theory Test #4

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Theory Test #4

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. Horse riders and cyclists might stay in the left-hand lane although they are turning right. Be aware of this and allow them room.

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Which THREE of the following are most likely to take an unusual course at roundabouts?

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Explanation

It’s easy to lose your way in an unfamiliar area. If you need to check a map or ask for directions, first find a safe place to stop.

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You lose your way on a busy road. What is the best action to take?

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Explanation

A toucan crossing is designed to allow pedestrians and cyclists to cross at the same time. Look out for cyclists approaching the crossing at speed.

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Which type of crossing are cyclists allowed to ride across with pedestrians?

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Explanation

Vehicles that are used to carry children to and from school will be travelling at busy times of the day. If you’re following a vehicle with this sign be prepared for it to make frequent stops. It might pick up or set down passengers in places other than normal bus stops.

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Where would you see this sign?

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Explanation

Sign informs drivers that they have priority over traffic approaching them from oncoming vehicles approaching them from the opposite direction.

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What is the meaning of this sign?

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Traffic calming measures are used to

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You are overtaking a motorcyclist in strong winds. What should you do?

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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

The slippery road sign warns drivers of potential hazards. It indicates that the road surface may be slippery. This can occur due to rain, ice, or oil spills. The sign features a car with skid marks.

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What is the meaning of this sign?

Explanation

It’s important that you reduce your speed. Passing too closely at speed could startle the horse and unseat the rider.

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You're driving along a country road. A horse and rider are approaching. What should you do?

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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.

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

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Explanation

If it's possible, and you can do so without causing further danger, it may be safer to drive a vehicle which is on fire out of the tunnel. The greatest danger in a tunnel fire is smoke and suffocation.

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Your vehicle catches fire while driving through a tunnel. It is still driveable. What should you do?

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Explanation

Windscreen pillars can completely block your view of pedestrians, motorcyclists and pedal cyclists. You should particularly watch out for these road users; don’t just rely on a quick glance. Where possible make eye contact with them so you can be sure they have seen you too.

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You are waiting to emerge from a junction. The windscreen pillar is restricting your view. What should you be particularly aware of?

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.

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

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Explanation

Under the regulations, you must not enter a yellow box junction unless your exit is clear. However, you can enter the box and wait if you want to turn right and are only blocked by oncoming traffic or other vehicles also waiting to turn right.

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When may you wait in a box junction?

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Explanation

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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Explanation

In a contraflow system you'll be travelling close to oncoming traffic and sometimes in narrow lanes. You should get into the correct lane in good time obey, the temporary speed limit signs and keep a safe separation distance from the vehicle ahead.

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When entering a contraflow system, you should

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Explanation

When following a large vehicle keep well back. If you’re too close you won’t be able to see the road ahead and the driver of the long vehicle might not be able to see you in their mirrors.

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Before overtaking a large vehicle you should keep well back. Why is this?

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Explanation

If you are using diesel, or are at a pump which has a diesel facility, be aware that there may be spilt fuel on the ground. Fuel contamination on the soles of your shoes may cause them to slip when using the foot pedals.

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If your vehicle uses diesel fuel, take extra care when refuelling. Diesel fuel when spilt is

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Explanation

Having tyres correctly inflated and in good condition will ensure they have maximum grip on the road; how well your tyres grip the road has a significant effect on your car's stopping distance.

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What will affect your vehicle's stopping distance?

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Explanation

When approaching a junction where the traffic lights have failed, you should proceed with caution. Treat the situation as an unmarked junction and be prepared to stop.

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You are approaching crossroads. The traffic lights have failed. What should you do?

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Explanation

Emergency Refuge Areas may be found at the side of the hard shoulder about 500 metres apart. If you break down you should use them rather than the hard shoulder if you are able. When re-joining the motorway you must remember to take extra care especially when the hard shoulder is being used as a running lane within an Active Traffic Management area. Try to match your speed to that of traffic in the lane you are joining.

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An Emergency Refuge Area is an area

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Explanation

Fitting a stabiliser to your tow bar will help to reduce snaking by the caravan especially where there are crosswinds. However, this does not take away your responsibility to ensure that your vehicle/caravan combination is loaded correctly.

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Why would you fit a stabiliser before towing a caravan?

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Explanation

Cyclists and motorcyclists are smaller than other vehicles and so are more difficult to see. They can easily become hidden from your view by cars parked near a junction.

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Why should you look particularly for motorcyclists and cyclists at junctions?

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Explanation

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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Explanation

The road ahead is at risk from falling rocks and you may also come across fallen rocks in the road

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What is the meaning of this sign?

Explanation

Remember DR ABC (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Compressions). An unconscious casualty may have difficulty breathing. Check that their airway is clear by tilting the head back gently. Unblock the airway if necessary, then make sure the casualty is breathing. Compressions may need to be given to maintain circulation.

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At an incident a casulaty is unconscious. Which THREE of these should you check urgently?

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Explanation

To measure this, choose a fixed reference point such as a bridge, sign or tree. When the vehicle ahead passes the object, say to yourself ‘Only a fool breaks the two- second rule.’ If you reach the object before you finish saying this, you’re TOO CLOSE.

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The conditions are good and dry. You should use the ''two-second rule''

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Explanation

If any object falls onto the motorway carriageway from your vehicle pull over onto the hard shoulder near an emergency telephone and phone for assistance. Don't stop on the carriageway or attempt to retrieve anything.

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You are on a motorway. Luggage falls from your vehicle. What should you do?

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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.

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At road junctions which of the following are most vulnerable?

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Explanation

If you have to park your vehicle in foggy conditions it’s important that it can be seen by other road users. Try to find a place to park off the road. If this isn’t possible leave it facing in the same direction as the traffic. Make sure that your lights are clean and that you leave your sidelights on.

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You have to park on the road in fog. You should

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Explanation

At certain times of the day, traffic might be heavy. If traffic is moving slowly in queues and vehicles in the right-hand lane are moving more slowly, you may overtake on the left.

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In which THREE of these situations may you overtake another vehicle on the left?

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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.

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What does this sign mean?

Explanation

The fuel in your vehicle can be a dangerous fire hazard. If you smell fuel check out where it's coming from. Never
• use a naked flame near the vehicle if you can smell fuel
• smoke when refuelling your vehicle.

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What safeguard could you take against fire risk to your vehicle?

Explanation

You'll see this sign if there has been an incident ahead and the motorway is closed. You must obey the sign. Make sure that you prepare to leave in good time. Don't cause drivers to take avoiding action by cutting in at the last moment.

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You see this signal overhead on a motorway. What does it mean?

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Explanation

Stay in the left-hand lane long enough to get used to the higher speeds of motorway traffic.

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Immediately after joining a motorway you should normally

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Explanation

As you approach the vehicle, assess the situation. Due to its slow progress you will need to judge whether it is safe to overtake.

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Ahead of you there is a moving vehicle with a flashing amber beacon. This means it is

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Explanation

Brown panels show the route to tourist attractions. The name of the junction may be shown at the top of the sign.

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What does a sign with a brown background show?

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Explanation

The only time you are permitted to use your hazard warning lights while moving is if you are on a motorway or dual carriageway and you need to warn other road users, particularly those behind, of a hazard or obstruction ahead. Only use them long enough to ensure your warning has been seen.

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You are driving on a motorway. The traffic ahead is braking sharply because of an incident. How could you warn traffic behind you?

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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

It is illegal to park in a parking space reserved for disabled users. These spaces are provided for people with limited mobility, who may need extra space to get in and out of their vehicle.

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You are looking for somewhere to park your vehicle. The area is full EXCEPT for spaces marked ‘disabled use’. You can

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Explanation

Pull up on the hard shoulder and make your way to the nearest emergency telephone to call for assistance. Do not attempt to repair your vehicle while it is on the hard shoulder because of the risk posed by traffic passing at high speeds.

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Your vehicle has a puncture on a motorway. What should you do?

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Explanation

A motorcycle can be lost from sight behind another vehicle. The use of the headlight helps to make it more conspicuous and therefore more easily seen.

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In daylight, an approaching motorcyclist is using a dipped headlight. Why?

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Explanation

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

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Explanation

The 'stop' sign is the only road sign that's octagonal. This is so that it can be recognised and obeyed even if it's obscured (for example, by snow).

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At a junction you see this sign partly covered by snow. What does it mean?

Explanation

Only overtake on the left if traffic is moving slowly in queues and the traffic on your right is moving more slowly than the traffic in your lane.

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On motorways you should never overtake on the left unless

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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

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.

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

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Explanation

When approaching a tunnel, switch on your dipped headlights. Be aware that your eyes might need to adjust to the sudden darkness. You may need to reduce your speed.

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What does this sign mean?

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