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Timed Theory Test #1
50 Questions. Timed.
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There are times where road markings can be obscured by queuing traffic, or you might be unsure which lane you need to be in. If you realise that you’re in the wrong lane, don’t cut across lanes or bully other drivers to let you in. Follow the lane you’re in and find somewhere safe to turn around if you need to.
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You are approaching a busy junction. There are several lanes with road markings. At the last moment you realise that you are in the wrong lane. You should
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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
If the left-hand lane is free you should use it, regardless of the speed you’re travelling.
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You are driving at 70 mph on a three-lane motorway. There is no traffic ahead. Which lane should you use?
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In very hot weather the road surface can become soft. Which two of the following will be most affected?
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Be aware that older people might take a long time to cross the road. They might also be hard of hearing and not hear you approaching. Don't hurry older people across the road by getting too close to them or revving your engine.
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What action would you take when elderly people are crossing the road?
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How can you reduce the chances of your car being broken into when leaving it unattended?
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You are going straight ahead at a roundabout. How should you signal?
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?
This sign is found on slow-moving or stationary works vehicles. If you wish to overtake, do so on the left, as indicated. Be aware that there might be workmen in the area.
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You see this sign on the rear of a slow-moving lorry that you want to pass. It is travelling in the middle lane of a three-lane motorway. You should
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.
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You are travelling along the left-hand lane of a three-lane motorway. Traffic is joining from a slip road. You should
Rear fog lights make it easier to spot a vehicle ahead in foggy conditions. Avoid the temptation to use other vehicles’ lights as a guide, as they may give you a false sense of security.
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Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?
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You are on a road that has no traffic signs. There are street lights. What is the speed limit?
When approaching a contraflow system reduce speed in good time and obey all speed limits. You may be travelling in a narrower lane than normal with no permanent barrier between you and the oncoming traffic. Be aware that the hard shoulder may be used for traffic and the road ahead could be obstructed by slow- moving or broken down vehicles.
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You are on a motorway. There is a contraflow system ahead. What would you expect to find?
The yellow boxes filled with criss-crossing yellow lines are known as box junctions. Although you must not enter the box until your exit road is clear, you may wait in one if you want to turn right and are only stopped by oncoming traffic or other vehicles waiting to turn right.
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What is the reason for yellow criss-cross lines painted on to a road surface?
Due to the position of the road it is likely that may be a risk of ice or packed snow so skidding may be an issue.
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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?
If you are wearing sunglasses you should remove them before driving into a tunnel. If you don’t, your vision will be restricted, even in tunnels that appear to be well-lit.
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Before driving through a tunnel what should you do?
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?
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You are parking your car. You have some valuables which you are unable to take with you. What should you do?
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.
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You should never attempt to overtake a cyclist
You should only flash your headlights to warn others of your presence. Don’t use them to, greet others, show impatience or give priority to other road users. They could misunderstand your signal.
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You should ONLY flash your headlights to other road users
White studs are found between the lanes on motorways. The light from your headlights is reflected back and this is especially useful in bad weather, when visibility is restricted.
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What colour are the reflective studs between the lanes on a motorway?
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You are about to drive home. You feel very tired and have a severe headache. You should
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You are travelling at 50 mph on a good, dry road. What is your typical overall stopping distance?
This sign is found where a shallow stream crosses the road. Heavy rainfall could increase the flow of water. If the water looks too deep or the stream has spread over a large distance, stop and find another route.
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What does this sign mean?
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.
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When may you drive a motor car in this bus lane?
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While driving, you intend to turn left into a minor road. On the approach you should
Sometimes you may not be able to see that the road is icy. Black ice makes a road look damp. The signs that you’re travelling on black ice can be that the steering feels light or that the noise from your tyres suddenly goes quiet.
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How can you tell when you are driving over black ice?
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The dual carriageway you are turning right onto has a very narrow central reservation. What should you do?
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?
This plate is 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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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.
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You are coming to a roundabout. A cyclist is signalling to turn right. What should you do?
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Which of these IS NOT allowed to travel in the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway?
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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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?
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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Areas reserved for trams may have
A vehicle towing trailer must not
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You are towing a small caravan on a busy three-lane motorway. All the lanes are open. You must
Wait until the pedestrian has passed, then look around again before you start to reverse. Don’t forget that you may not be able to see a small child directly behind your vehicle. Be aware of the possibility of hidden dangers.
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You are reversing around a corner when you notice a pedestrian walking behind you. What should you do?
When surface spray reduces visibility switch on your dipped headlights. This will help other road users to see you.
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You are on a wet motorway with surface spray. You should use
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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Lorries are larger and longer than other vehicles and this can affect their position when approaching junctions. When turning left they may move out to the right so that they don’t cut in and mount the kerb with the rear wheels.
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You are following a large articulated vehicle. It is going to turn left into a narrow road. What action should you take?
If you have to leave valuables in your car, always lock them out of sight. If you can see them, so can a thief.
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You have to leave valuables in your car. It would be safer to
At the scene of an incident, always be aware of danger from further collisions or fire. The first priority when dealing with an unconscious person is to ensure they're breathing normally. If they’re having difficulty breathing, follow the DR ABC code.
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You arrive at an incident. There's no danger from fire or further collisions. What's your first priority when attending to an unconscious motorcyclist?
Every vehicle used on the road has a registration certificate. The document shows vehicle details including date of first registration, registration number, previous keeper, make of vehicle, engine size and chassis number, year of manufacture and colour.
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Which THREE pieces of information are found on a vehicle registration document?
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Learning is a process of practice and experience. Try to understand this and this process.
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You are following a learner driver who stalls at a junction. You should
It’s easy to be distracted. Planning your journey before you set off is important. A few sensible precautions are to tune your radio to stations in your area of travel, take planned breaks, and plan your route. Except for emergencies, it’s illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while driving. Even using a hands-free kit can severely distract your attention.
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Which FOUR are most likely to cause you to lose concentration while you are driving?
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You shouldn’t use rear fog lights unless visibility is seriously reduced. If you forget to turn them off when the weather improves they can • be confused with brake lamps • dazzle following drivers. A warning light will show on the dashboard to indicate when your rear fog lights are on. You should know the meaning of all the lights on your dashboard and check them before you move off and as you drive.
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Using rear fog lights on a clear dry night will
Hazard warning lights are fitted to all modern cars and some motorcycles. They should be used to warn • other road users when your vehicle is causing a temporary obstruction, for example after a collision or when it’s broken down • following drivers on a motorway of a hazard or obstruction ahead. They should not be used as an excuse for dangerous or illegal parking.
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When should you use hazard warning lights?
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A driver does something that upsets you. You should
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