Theory Test #6

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Theory Test #6

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Explanation

If you are away from home, try to avoid leaving your vehicle unattended in poorly-lit areas. If possible park in a secure, well-lit car park.

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Wherever possible, which one of the following should you do when parking at night?

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Use a liquid that is clean, cold and non-toxic, preferably water. Its coolness will help take the heat out of the burn and relieve the pain. Keep the wound doused for at least ten minutes. If blisters appear don't attempt to burst them as this could lead to infection.

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You arrive at an incident where someone is suffering from severe burns. You should

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Explanation

Always look out for motorcyclists, and cyclists, particularly at junctions. They are smaller and usually more difficult to see than other vehicles.

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Where in particular should you look out for motorcyclists?

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Explanation

No one likes to spend time in traffic queues. Try to avoid busy times related to school or work travel. As well as moving vehicles you should also consider congestion caused by parked cars, buses and coaches around schools.

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Why is it a good idea to plan your journey to avoid busy times?

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It’s usually better to drive a burning vehicle out of a tunnel. If you can’t do this pull over and stop at an emergency point if possible. Switch off the engine, use hazard warning lights, and leave the vehicle immediately. Call for help from the nearest emergency point. If you have an extinguisher it may help to put out a small fire but don't try to tackle a large one.

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You're in a tunnel. Your vehicle is on fire and you cannot drive it. What should you do?

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Explanation

If you're carrying children on your vehicle and it isn't on a scheduled route used by the general public, the bus must display this sign to the front and rear. When carrying children to and from school, it's likely that you'll have to make several stops in places other than recognised bus stops. Think carefully before you stop. Don't cause unnecessary inconvenience to other road users.

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Where would you see this sign?

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Explanation

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

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Which is the most vulnerable road user at road junctions?

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Explanation

On a quiet country road always be aware that there may be a hazard just around the next bend, such as a slow-moving vehicle or pedestrians. Pedestrians are advised to walk on the right-hand side of the road if there is no pavement, so they may be walking towards you on your side of the road.

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You are on a country road. What should you expect to see coming towards you on YOUR side of the road?

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Explanation

Never stop on the hard shoulder to rest. If there is no service station for several miles, leave the motorway at the next exit and find somewhere safe and legal to pull over.

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Your motorway journey seems boring and you feel drowsy. Whay should you do?

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Explanation

Use the full beam headlights only when you can be sure that you won’t dazzle other road users.

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You are driving on a clear night. There is a steady stream of oncoming traffic. The national speed limit applies. Which lights should you use?

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Explanation

Urban clearways may be in built-up areas and their times of operation will be clearly signed. You should stop only for as long as is reasonable to pick up or set down passengers. You should ensure that you are not causing an obstruction for other traffic.

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You are driving on an urban clearway. You may stop only to

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Explanation

It is your responsibility as a driver to ensure that children are secure and safe in your vehicle. Make sure you are familiar with the rules. In a few very exceptional cases when a child restraint is not available, an adult seat belt MUST be used.

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You are carrying an 11-year-old child in the back seat of your car. They are under 1.35 metres in height. You MUST make sure that

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Explanation

Be especially careful if you’re on a motorway in fog. Reflective studs are used to help you in poor visibility. Different colours are used so that you’ll know which lane you are in. These are
• red on the left-hand side of the road
• white between lanes
• amber on the right-hand edge of the carriageway
• green between the carriageway and slip roads

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You are on a motorway in fog. The left-hand edge of the motorway can be identified by reflective studs. What colour are they?

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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

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

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

This sign is placed on sections of road where overtaking would be dangerous. There'll often be a plate underneath the sign, telling you how far the restriction extends. You mustn't overtake until you pass another sign cancelling the restriction.

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What does this sign mean?

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The engine will need more power to pull the vehicle up the hill. When approaching a steep hill you should select a lower gear to help maintain your speed. You should do this without hesitation, so that you don’t lose too much speed before engaging the lower gear.

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How will your vehicle be affected when you drive up steep hills?

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If you see a motorcyclist take a quick glance over their shoulder, this could mean they are about to change direction. Recognising a clue like this helps you to be prepared and take appropriate action, making you safer on the road.

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Motorcyclists will often look round over their right shoulder just before turning right. This is because

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Explanation

Using your hazard lights, as well as brake lights, will give following traffic an extra warning of the problem ahead. Only use them for long enough to ensure that your warning has been seen.

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You are driving on a motorway. You have to slow down quickly due to a hazard. You should

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Explanation

If you want to overtake a long vehicle, stay well back so that you can get a better view of the road ahead. The closer you get the less you will be able to see of the road ahead. Be patient, overtaking calls for sound judgement. DON’T take a gamble, only overtake when you are certain that you can complete the manoeuvre safely.

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You wish to overtake a long, slow-moving vehicle on a busy road. You should

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If you accumulate six or more penalty points within two years of gaining your first full licence it will be revoked. The six or more points include any gained due to offences you committed before passing your test. If this happens you may only drive as a learner until you pass both the theory and practical tests again.

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You have just passed your practical test. You do not hold a full licence in another category. Within two years you get six penalty points on your licence. What will you have to do?

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Explanation

If you are towing a caravan or trailer you must not use the right-hand lane on a motorway with three or more lanes, except in certain circumstances, such as lane closures.

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You are on a three-lane motorway towing a trailer. You may use the right-hand lane when

Explanation

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?

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Explanation

Used correctly, these items can provide invaluable help in the event of a collision or breakdown. They could even save a life.

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Which three of these items should you carry for use in the event of a collision?

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Explanation

The longer traffic lights have been on green, the greater the chance of them changing. Always allow for this on approach and be prepared to stop.

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You are approaching traffic lights that have been on green for some time.  You should

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Explanation

If you’re involved in a collision, head restraints will reduce the risk of neck injury. They must be properly adjusted. Make sure they aren’t positioned too low, in a crash this could cause damage to the neck.

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What will reduce the risk of neck injury resulting from a collision?

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Explanation

If there is a bend just before the level crossing you may not be able to see the level crossing barriers or waiting traffic. These signs give you an early warning that you may find these hazards just around the bend.

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You will see these red and white markers when approaching

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Explanation

Motorcyclists are affected more by windy weather than other vehicles. In windy conditions, high-sided vehicles cause air turbulence. You should keep well back as the motorcyclist could be blown off course.

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It is very windy. You are behind a motorcyclist who is overtaking a high-sided vehicle. What should you do?

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Explanation

It is illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while driving, except in a genuine emergency. Even using hands-free kit can distract your attention. Park in a safe and convenient place before receiving or making a call or using text messaging. Then you will also be free to take notes or refer to papers.

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You should ONLY use a mobile phone when

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

There might be pedestrians crossing from in front of the bus. Look out for them if you intend to pass. Consider how many people are waiting to get on the bus - check the queue if you can. The bus might move off straight away if no one is waiting to get on. If a bus is signalling to pull out, give it priority if it’s safe to do so.

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You are travelling behind a bus that pulls up at a bus stop. What should you do?

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Explanation

There is a swing bridge or one that can open for boats at a river crossing ahead. Category: Warning signs.

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What is the meaning of this sign?

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Try not to brake or steer heavily as this will only make matters worse and you could lose control altogether. Keep calm and regain control by easing off the accelerator.

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You are towing a caravan along a motorway. The caravan begins to swerve from side to side. What should you do?

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Explanation

The safest way to carry items on the roof is in a specially designed roof box. This will help to keep your luggage secure and dry, and also has less wind resistance than loads carried on a roof rack.

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Any load that is carried on a roof rack should be

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Explanation

An Urban Clearway Monday to Friday refers to a period of operation in which stopping or parking a vehicle is not allowed on the road or side of the road, except for the purpose of dropping off or picking up passengers. Urban clearways are commonly found in built-up areas and have clearly designated hours of operation.

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What does this sign mean?

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Explanation

It is not always necessary to change up or down through each gear. Missing out intermediate gears helps to reduce the amount of time you are accelerating. Because fuel consumption is at its highest when accelerating this can save fuel.

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Missing out some gears saves fuel by reducing the amount of time you spend

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Explanation

At a level crossing flashing red lights mean you must stop. If the train passes but the lights keep flashing, wait. There may be another train com

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You are waiting at a level crossing. The red warning lights continue to flash after a train has passed by. What should you do?

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Explanation

A skid happens when the driver changes the speed or direction of their vehicle so suddenly that the tyres can't keep their grip on the road. Remember that the risk of skidding on wet or icy roads is much greater than in dry conditions.

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What is the most common cause of skidding?

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Explanation

As well as visibility being reduced, the road will be extremely wet. This will reduce the grip the tyres have on the road and increase the distance it takes to stop. Double your separation distance.

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You are travelling in very heavy rain. Your overall stopping distance is likely to be

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Explanation

Prevention is better than cure, so it’s important that you take every precaution to avoid a skid from starting. If you feel the rear wheels of your vehicle beginning to skid, try to steer in the same direction to recover control. Don’t brake suddenly – this will only make the situation worse.

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To correct a rear-wheel skid you should

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Explanation

The restraint should be adjusted so that it gives maximum protection to the head and neck. This will help in the event of a rear- end collision.

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The most important reason for having a properly adjusted head restraint is to

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Explanation

Traffic is passing you at speed. If the draught from a large lorry catches you by surprise it could blow you off balance and even onto the carriageway. By facing the oncoming traffic you can see approaching lorries and so be prepared for their draught. You are also in a position to see other hazards approaching.

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How should you use the emergency telephone on a motorway?

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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

At some junctions, there may be separate signals for different lanes. These are called 'filter' lights. They're designed to help traffic flow at major junctions. Make sure that you're in the correct lane and proceed if the way is clear and the green light shows for your lane.

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You are in the left-hand lane at traffic lights. You are waiting to turn left. At which of these traffic lights must you not move on?

Explanation

There is usually a 30 mph speed limit where there are street lights unless there are signs showing another limit.

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There are no speed limit signs on the road. How is a 30 mph limit indicated?

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Explanation

Normally you should travel in the left-hand lane and only use the right-hand lane for overtaking or turning right. Move back into the left lane as soon as it’s safe but don’t cut in across the path of the vehicle you’ve just passed.

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You're on a two-lane dual carriageway. Why would you use the right-hand lane?

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Explanation

The most immediate danger is further collisions and fire. You could warn other traffic by displaying an advance warning triangle or sign (but not on a motorway), switching on hazard warning lights or by any other means that does not put you or others at risk.

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A collision has just happened. An injured person is lying in a busy road. What is the FIRST thing you should do to help?

Explanation

If you are carrying anything on a roof rack, make sure that any cover is securely fitted and does not flap about while driving. Aerodynamically designed roof boxes are available which reduce wind resistance and, in turn, fuel consumption.

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A roof rack fitted to your car will

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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.

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

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