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Timed Theory Test #3
50 Questions. Timed.
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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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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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Your doctor has given you a course of medicine. Why should you ask how it will affect you?
DO NOT remove a motorcyclist’s helmet unless it is essential. Remember they may be suffering from shock. Don’t give them anything to eat or drink but do reassure them confidently.
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You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle crash. The rider is injured. When should the helmet be removed?
Towing a large trailer or caravan can greatly reduce your view of the road behind. You need to use the correct equipment to make sure you can see clearly behind and down both sides of the caravan or trailer.
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You are towing a caravan. Which is the safest type of rear-view mirror to use?
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.
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You are approaching this cyclist. You should
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The purpose of a catalytic converter is to reduce
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
After the casualty has been placed in the recovery position, their airway should be checked to make sure it is clear. Don't leave them alone until medical help arrives. Where possible do NOT move a casualty unless there's further danger.
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An injured person has been placed in the recovery position. They are unconscious but breathing normally. What else should be done?
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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Coasting, is the term used when the clutch is held down, or the gear lever is in neutral, and the vehicle is allowed to freewheel. This reduces the driver’s control of the vehicle. When you coast, the engine can’t drive the wheels to pull you through a corner. Coasting also removes the assistance of engine braking that helps to slow the car.
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Travelling for long distances in neutral (known as coasting)
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A driver pulls out of a side road in front of you. You have to brake hard. You should
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?
Driving at a slow speed in a high gear will reduce the likelihood of wheel-spin and help your vehicle maintain the best possible grip.
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The roads are icy. You should drive slowly
Never overtake if you’re not sure whether it’s safe. Can you see far enough down the road to ensure that you can complete the manoeuvre safely? If the answer is no, DON’T GO.
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There is a tractor ahead of you. You wish to overtake but you are not sure if it is safe to do so. You should
The fuel in your vehicle can be a dangerous fire hazard. Never
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Which TWO safeguards could you take against fire risk to your vehicle?
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
A red cross above the hard shoulder means that it's closed as a running lane and should only be used for emergencies or breakdowns. At busy times, the hard shoulder may be used as a running lane; the red cross will then be replaced by a mandatory speed-limit sign.
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You are on a motorway. A red cross is displayed across the hard shoulder. What does this mean?
This is a 'level crossing without barrier or gate ahead' sign. Trains may be passing here but there will be no gates or barriers at the level crossing.
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If you wish to turn right into a side road take up your position in good time. Move to the centre of the road when it’s safe to do so. This will allow vehicles to pass you on the left. Early planning will show other traffic what you intend to do.
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You wish to turn right ahead. Why should you take up the correct position in good time?
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The first priority with a casualty is to make sure their airway is clear and they’re breathing. Any wounds should be checked for objects and bleeding stemmed using clean material. Ensure the emergency services are called as they’re the experts. If you’re not first aid trained consider getting training. It might save a life.
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You arrive at an incident which has only just happened and someone is injured. What should be given urgent priority?
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?
Anti-lock brakes will not be required when braking normally. Looking well down the road and anticipating possible hazards could prevent you having to brake late and harshly. Knowing that you have anti-lock brakes is not an excuse to drive in a careless or reckless way.
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Anti-lock brakes are of most use when you are
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You're travelling on a motorway in England. You must stop when signalled to do so by which of these?
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There are no speed limit signs on the road. How is a 30 mph limit indicated?
If the vehicle in front shows its hazard lights there may be an incident or queuing traffic ahead. As well as keeping a safe distance, look beyond it to help you get an early warning of any hazards and a picture of the situation ahead.
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You are driving on a motorway. The car ahead shows its hazard lights for a short time. This tells you that
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
Large, long vehicles need extra room when making turns at junctions. They may move out to the right in order to make a left turn. Keep well back and don’t attempt to pass on the left.
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You are driving behind a large goods vehicle. It signals left but steers to the right. You should
Motorcycles are small vehicles and can be difficult to see. If the rider wears bright clothing it can make it easier for other road users to see them approaching, especially at junctions.
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Motorcyclists should wear bright clothing mainly because
Always check the road into which you are turning. Approaching at the correct speed will allow you enough time to observe and react. Give way to any pedestrians already crossing the road.
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You are turning left from a main road into a side road. People are already crossing the road into which you are turning. You should
The aim of the Pass Plus course is to build up your skills and experience. It is recognised by some insurance companies, who reward people completing the scheme with cheaper insurance premiums.
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Which of the following may reduce the cost of your insurance?
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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A driver does something that upsets you. You should
Hazard warning lights are fitted to all modern cars and some motorcycles. They should only be used to warn other road users of a hazard ahead.
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For which TWO should you use hazard warning lights?
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You are on a wet motorway with surface spray. You should use
Large vehicles may throw up a lot of spray when the roads are wet. This will make it difficult for you to see ahead. Dropping back further will move you out of the spray and allow you to see further, and increase your separation distance. It takes longer to stop when the roads are wet and you need to allow more room. Don’t follow the vehicle in front too closely, or overtake unless you can see and are sure that the way ahead is clear.
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You are following a large lorry on a wet road. Spray makes it difficult to see. You should
One useful method of checking that you’ve allowed enough room between you and the vehicle in front is the two-second rule. To check for a two-second time gap, choose a stationary object ahead, such as a bridge or road sign. When the car in front passes the object say 'Only a fool breaks the two-second rule'. If you reach the object before you finish saying it you're too close.
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You are on a fast, open road in good conditions. For safety, the distance between you and the vehicle in front should be
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The road is wet. Why might a motorcyclist steer round drain covers on a bend?
Coasting is when you allow the vehicle to freewheel in neutral or with the clutch pedal depressed. Doing this gives you less control over the vehicle. It's especially not to let your vehicle coast when approaching hazards such as junctions and bends and when travelling downhill.
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What are TWO main reasons why coasting downhill is wrong?
Take notice of any instructions given on variable message signs or by tunnel officials. They will warn you of any incidents or congestion ahead and advise you what to do.
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You are going through a tunnel. What systems are provided to warn of any incidents, collisions or congestion?
You MUST stop your vehicle when signalled to do so by a • police or traffic officer • traffic warden • school crossing patrol • red traffic light. You must also stop if you're involved in an incident which causes damage or injury to any other person, vehicle, animal or property.
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When MUST you stop your vehicle?
Motorcyclists often overtake queues of vehicles. Make one last check in your mirror and your blind spot to avoid turning across their path.
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You want to turn right from a main road into a side road. Just before turning you should
The Pass Plus scheme can be taken after you’ve passed your practical driving test. Ask your ADI for details. It is designed to improve your basic driving skills. By successfully completing the course you may get a discount on your insurance.
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By taking part in the Pass Plus scheme you will
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Motor vehicles can harm the environment. This has resulted in
The road ahead is at risk from falling rocks and you may also come across fallen rocks in the road
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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?
When the area is safe and there’s no danger from other traffic or fire it’s better not to move casualties. Moving them may cause further injury.
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At an incident it is important to look after any casualties. When it is safe, you should
The names of towns and cities may be painted on the road at busy junctions and complex road systems. Their purpose is to let you move into the correct lane in good time, allowing traffic to flow more freely.
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Why are place names painted on the road surface?
If a school crossing patrol steps out into the road with a stop sign you must stop. Don’t wave anyone across the road and don’t get impatient or rev your engine.
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How will a school crossing patrol signal you to stop?
Even if the lights turn to green, wait for them to clear the crossing. Allow them to cross the road in their own time, and don’t try to hurry them by revving your engine.
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As you approach a pelican crossing the lights change to green. Elderly people are halfway across. You should
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