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Timed Theory Test #2
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Explanation
The “Traffic Merges from Left” sign warns you that traffic from a separate lane will be joining the road you are on from the left-hand side. This merging traffic does not have priority and must yield to you, the driver on the main road.
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What does this sign mean?
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How can missing out some gear changes save fuel?
(mark ONE answer)
Pull onto the hard shoulder and use the emergency telephone to report your problem. This lets the emergency services know your exact location so they can send help. Never cross the carriageway to use the telephone on the other side.
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On the motorway, the hard shoulder should be used
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?
If you want to keep a vehicle off the public road you must declare SORN. It is an offence not to do so. You then won’t have to pay road tax. If you don’t renew the SORN declaration or re-license the vehicle, you will incur a penalty.
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What is a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) declaration?
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
(mark TWO answers)
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You are making an appointment and will have to travel a long distance. You should
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?
(mark one answer)
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At a busy unmarked crossroads, which of the following has priority?
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You are travelling at 50mph on a good, dry road. What is your typical overall stopping distance?
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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Catalytic converters are designed to reduce a large percentage of toxic emissions. They work more efficiently when the engine has reached its normal working temperature.
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The purpose of a catalytic converter is to reduce
The colours of the reflective studs on the motorway and their locations are • red – between the hard shoulder and the carriageway • white – lane markings • amber – between the edge of the carriageway and the central reservation • green – along slip road exits and entrances • bright green/yellow – roadworks and contraflow systems.
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You are on a three-lane motorway. There are red reflective studs on your left and white ones to your right. Where are you?
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You keep well back while waiting to overtake a large vehicle. A car fills the gap. You should
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?
Make sure that the vehicle you’re driving is well ventilated. A warm, stuffy atmosphere will make you feel drowsy. Opening a window and turning down the heating can help you to remain alert on a long journey.
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What would help to keep you alert during a long journey?
In windy weather, watch out for motorcyclists and also cyclists as they can be blown sideways into your path. When you pass them, leave plenty of room and check their position in your mirror before pulling back in.
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You are about to overtake a slow-moving motorcyclist. Which one of these signs would make you take special care?
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Your vehicle is fitted with a hands-free phone system. Using this equipment whilst driving
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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What is the safest way to use a mobile phone in your vehicle?
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Missing out some gears saves fuel by reducing the amount of time you spend
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
The vehicle you drive must be roadworthy and in good condition. If it's over three years old, it must pass an MOT test to remain in use on the road (unless it's exempt from the MOT test - see GOV.UK).
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A new car will need its first MOT test when it's how old?
A long vehicle may have to straddle lanes either on or approaching a roundabout so that the rear wheels don’t cut in over the kerb. If you’re following a long vehicle, stay well back and give it plenty of room.
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Which vehicle might have to use a different course to normal at roundabouts?
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Front fog lights may be used ONLY if
You MUST NOT park or stop on a road marked with double white lines (even where one of the lines is broken) except to pick up or set down passengers.
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When can you park on the left opposite these road markings?
‘Tailgating’ is used to describe this dangerous practice, often seen in fast-moving traffic and on motorways. Following the vehicle in front too closely is dangerous because it: restricts your view of the road ahead, and leaves you no safety margin if the vehicle in front slows down or stops suddenly.
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‘Tailgating’ means
Look well ahead and only pull out if it is safe. You will need to use all of the road to pass the cyclist, so be extra-cautious. Look out for entrances to fields where tractors or other farm machinery could be waiting to pull out.
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You are travelling along this narrow country road. When passing the cyclists you should go
In windy conditions, care must be taken on exposed roads. A strong gust of wind can blow you off course. Watch out for other road users who are particularly likely to be affected, such as cyclists, motorcyclists, high-sided lorries and vehicles towing trailers.
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Where are you most likely to be affected by a side wind?
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What can cause excessive or uneven tyre wear?
The electronic device will automatically detect that the pedestrians have reached a safe position. Don't proceed until the green light shows it is safe for vehicles to do so.
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You are approaching a red light at a puffin crossing. Pedestrians are on the crossing. The red light will stay on until
The continuous white line shows the edge of the carriageway. It can be especially useful when visibility is restricted, for example at night or in bad weather. It is discontinued where it crosses junctions, lay-bys etc.
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What does the solid white line at the side of the road indicate?
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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
If the property owner is not available at the time, you MUST inform the police of the incident. This should be done as soon as possible, and within 24 hours.
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You lose control of your car and damage a garden wall. No one is around. What must you do?
The narrow wheels of a bicycle can become stuck in the tram rails, causing the cyclist to stop suddenly, wobble or even lose balance altogether. The tram lines are also slippery which could cause a cyclist to slide or fall off.
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On a road where trams operate, which of these vehicles will be most at risk from the tram rails?
This sign marks a route which buses are not permitted to use.
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You should consider drivers behind as brake lights can dazzle. However, if you are driving in fog it’s safer to keep your foot on the footbrake. In this case it will give the vehicle behind extra warning of your presence.
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You are waiting in a traffic queue at night. To avoid dazzling following drivers you should
A red cross above the hard shoulder shows it is closed as a running lane and should only be used for emergencies or breakdowns. At busy times within an Active Traffic Management (ATM) area the hard shoulder may be used as a running lane. This will be shown by a mandatory speed limit on the gantry above.
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You are on a three-lane mororway. A red cross is shown above the hard shoulder and mandatory speed limits above all other lanes. This means
A heavy load on your roof rack will reduce the stability of the vehicle because it moves the centre of gravity away from that designed by the manufacturer. Be aware of this when you negotiate bends and corners. If you change direction at speed, your vehicle and/or load could become unstable and you could lose control.
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A heavy load on your roof rack will
A contraflow system means that traffic will be flowing along lanes in the opposite direction to the norm. As such, when you approach a contraflow system you should reduce your speed in plenty of time.
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What is the meaning of this sign?
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?
(mark THREE answers)
This sign indicates that there are waiting restrictions. It's normally accompanied by details of when the restrictions are in force. Details of most signs in common use are shown in The Highway Code. For more comprehensive coverage, see Know Your Traffic Signs.
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What’s badly affected if the tyres are under-inflated?
If you see a bus ahead watch out for pedestrians. They may not be able to see you if they’re crossing from behind the bus.
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You are driving in town. There is a bus at the bus stop on the other side of the road. Why should you be careful?
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.
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A long, heavily-laden lorry is taking a long time to overtake you. What should you do?
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.
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When being followed by an ambulance showing a flashing blue beacon you should
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.
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When may you wait in a box-junction?
Look out for signs above your lane or on the central reservation. These will give you importantn information or warnings about the road ahead. To allow for the high speed of motorway traffic, these signs may light up some distance from any hazard. Don't ignore the signs just because the road looks clear to you.
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What does this motorway sign mean?
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?
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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