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Timed Theory Test #7
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Missing out intermediate gears when appropriate, helps to reduce the amount of time spent accelerating and decelerating - the time when your vehicle uses most fuel.
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You can save fuel when conditions allow by
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If there's a bend just before a 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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New petrol-engined cars must be fitted with catalytic converters. The reason for this is to
If another vehicle cuts in too sharply, ease off the accelerator and drop back to allow a safe separation distance. Try not to overreact by braking sharply or swerving, as you could lose control. If vehicles behind you are too close or unprepared, it could lead to a crash.
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You have just been overtaken by this motorcyclists who is cutting in sharply. You should
Toucan crossings are shared by pedestrians and cyclists and they are shown the green light together. Cyclists are permitted to cycle across. The signals are push-button operated and there is no flashing amber phase.
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A toucan crossing is different from other crossings because
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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You are travelling at 50mph on a good, dry road. What is your typical overall stopping distance?
The draught caused by other vehicles could be strong enough to push you out of your lane. Keep both hands on the steering wheel to maintain full control.
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You are driving on a motorway in windy conditions. When passing high-sided vehicles you should
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 is the meaning of this sign?
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You are driving down a steep hill. Why could keeping the clutch down or rolling in neutral for too long be dangerous?
You will have additional hazards to deal with at night. Visibility may be very limited and the lights of oncoming vehicles can often dazzle you. When this happens don’t close your eyes, swerve or flash your headlights, as this will also distract other drivers. It may help to focus on the left kerb, verge or lane line.
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You are driving at night. You are dazzled by headlights coming towards you. You should
Rear fog lights shine brighter than normal rear lights so that they show up in reduced visibility. When the weather is clear they could dazzle the driver behind, so switch them off.
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Using rear fog lights in clear daylight will
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Driving at 70 mph uses more fuel than driving at 50 mph by up to
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?
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
Wait for a safe gap in the traffic before you move out. Indicate your intention and use the hard shoulder to gain speed but don’t force your way into the traffic.
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After a breakdown you need to rejoin the main carriageway of a motorway from the hard shoulder. You should
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You are driving down a long steep hill. You suddenly notice your brakes are not working as well as normal. What is the usual cause of this?
On motorways reflective studs are located into the road to help you in the dark and in conditions of poor visibility. Amber-coloured studs are found on the right-hand edge of the main carriageway, next to the central reservation.
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On a motorway the amber reflective studs can be found between
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You should not normally travel on the hard shoulder of a motorway. When can you use it?
The flashing amber lights are switched on to warn you that children may be crossing near a school. Slow down and take extra care as you may have to stop.
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There are flashing amber lights under a school warning sign. What action should you take?
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?
If you can’t get your vehicle onto the hard shoulder, use your hazard warning lights to warn others. Leave your vehicle only when you can safely get clear of the carriageway. Do not try to repair the vehicle or attempt to place any warning device on the carriageway.
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Your vehicle has broken down on a motorway. You are not able to stop on the hard shoulder. What should you do?
Staying back will increase your view of the road ahead. This will help you to see any hazards that might occur and allow you more time to react.
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Following this vehicle too closely is unwise because
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?
Red studs are placed between the edge of the carriageway and the hard shoulder. Where slip roads leave or join the motorway the studs are green.
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You are on a motorway. What colour are the reflective studs on the left of the carriageway?
Turning the wheels towards the kerb will allow it to act as a chock, preventing any forward movement of the vehicle. It will also help to leave it in gear, or select 'Park' if you have an automatic.
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What should you do when parking your vehicle facing downhill?
The car arrowed A is parked within the area marked by zigzag lines at the pedestrian crossing. Parking here is illegal. It also blocks the view for pedestrians wishing to cross the road, and restricts the view of the crossing for approaching traffic.
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Which road user is causing a hazard?
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
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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The steady amber light will be followed by twin flashing red lights that mean you must stop. An alarm will also sound to alert you to the fact that a train is approaching.
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You are driving towards this level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train?
Sometimes an insurance company will issue a temporary insurance certificate called a cover note. It gives you the same insurance cover as your certificate, but lasts for a limited period, usually one month.
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A cover note is a document issued before you receive your
Large vehicles can hide other vehicles that are overtaking, especially motorcycles which may be filtering past queuing traffic. You need to be aware of the possibility of hidden vehicles and not assume that it is safe to emerge.
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You are waiting to emerge left from a minor road. A large vehicle is approaching from the right. You have time to turn, but you should wait. Why?
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Which vehicle is most likely to take an unusual course at a roundabout?
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For which of these may you use hazard warning lights?
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?
The anti-lock braking system has sensors that detect when the wheels are about to lock. It releases the brakes momentarily to allow the wheels to revolve and grip, then automatically reapplies them. This cycle is repeated several times a second to maximise braking performance.
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When would an anti-lock braking system start to work?
The minimum insurance required by law is third party cover. This covers others involved in a collision but not damage to your vehicle. Basic third party insurance won’t cover theft or fire damage. Check with your insurance company for advice on the best cover for you and make sure that you read the policy carefully.
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What is the legal minimum insurance cover you must have to drive on public roads?
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Your overall stopping distance will be much longer when driving
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''
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?
These markings are used outside schools so that children can see and be seen clearly when crossing the road. Parking here would block people's view of the school entrance. This could endanger the lives of children on their way to and from school.
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What do these road markings outside a school mean?
Try to stay calm, especially if you have passengers on board. If you can’t restart your engine before the warning bells ring, leave the vehicle and get yourself and any passengers well clear of the crossing.
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You have stalled in the middle of a level crossing and cannot restart the engine. The warning bell starts to ring. You should
When a car is three years old (four years old in Northern Ireland), it must pass an MOT test and have a valid MOT certificate before it can be used on the road. Exceptionally, you may • drive to a pre-arranged test appointment or to a garage for repairs required for the test • drive vehicles that are more than 40 years old without an MOT test, but they must be in a roadworthy condition before being used on the road. See GOV.UK for more details.
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Your car needs an MOT certificate. If you drive without one this could invalidate your
Make a note of the date that your MOT certificate expires. Some garages remind you that your vehicle is due an MOT but not all do. You may take your vehicle for MOT up to to one month in advance and have the certificate post dated.
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An MOT certificate is normally valid for
You mustn't 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?
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
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When driving on motorways, you can’t just pull up to answer your mobile phone. Do not stop on the hard shoulder or slip road. To avoid being distracted it’s safer to switch it off when driving. If you need to be contacted plan your journey to include breaks at service areas so you can pick up any messages when you stop.
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Your mobile phone rings while you are on the motorway. Before answering you should
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The legal minimum depth of tread for car tyres over three quarters of the breadth is
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?
Before pulling up check the mirrors to see what is happening behind you. Also assess what is ahead and make sure you give the correct signal if it helps other road users.
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Which of the following should you do before stopping?
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