25 Question Test #1
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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?
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What can cause heavy steering?
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The legal minimum depth of tread for car tyres over three quarters of the breadth is
During long journeys an engine can use more oil than on shorter trips. Insufficient oil is potentially dangerous: it can lead to excessive wear and expensive repairs. Most cars have a dipstick to allow the oil level to be checked. If not, you should refer to the vehicle’s handbook. Also make checks on- fuel- water- tyres.
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When should you especially check the engine oil level?
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How will your vehicle be affected when you drive up steep hills?
If your vehicle is required to have an MOT certificate you will need to make sure this is current before you are able to renew your vehicle excise licence (road tax). You can renew online, by phone or at certain post offices.
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Your vehicle needs a current MOT certificate. Until you have one you will NOT be able to
Emergency vehicles often travel at high speed. You should help their progress by pulling over and allowing them to pass. Do so safely and legally. Don’t stop suddenly or in a dangerous position.
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Which of these services can display a blue flashing beacon?
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Windscreen pillars can block your view, particularly at junctions. Those road users most at risk of not being seen are cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians. Never rely on just a quick glance.
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When emerging from junctions, which is most likely to obstruct your view?
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?
Have the correct details ready before you use the emergency telephone. The operator will need to know the details of your vehicle and its fault. For your own safety always face the traffic when you speak on a roadside telephone.
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You’ve broken down on a motorway. When you use the emergency telephone you will be asked for
On busy roads traffic may still travel at high speeds despite being close together. Don’t follow too closely to the vehicle in front. If a driver behind seems to be ‘pushing’ you, gradually increase your distance from the vehicle in front by slowing down gently. This will give you more space in front if you have to brake, and lessen the risk of a collision involving several vehicles.
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In heavy motorway traffic the vehicle behind you is following too closely. How can you lower the risk of a collision?
If the wheels of your vehicle lock they will not grip the road and you will lose steering control. In good conditions the anti-lock system will prevent the wheels locking and allow you to retain steering control.
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Anti-lock brakes can greatly assist with
It’s your responsibility to ensure that all children in your car are secure. Suitable restraints include a child seat, baby seat, booster seat or booster cushion. It’s essential that any restraint used should be suitable for the child’s size and weight, and fitted to the manufacturers instructions.
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You are carrying a child in your car. They are under three years of age. Which of these is a suitable restraint?
A rumble device consists of raised markings or strips across the road. It gives drivers an audible, visual and tactile warning. They are found along the hard shoulder on the motorway and approaching some hazards to alert drivers of the need to slow down.
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A rumble device is designed to
Be patient and stay behind the car in front. Normally you should not overtake other vehicles in traffic-calmed areas. If you overtake here your speed may exceed that which is safe along that road, defeating the purpose of the traffic calming measures.
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You are on a road which has speed humps. A driver in front is travelling slower than you. You should
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
Although cars are the least likely to be affected, crosswinds can take anyone by surprise. This is most likely to happen, after overtaking a large vehicle, when passing gaps between hedges or buildings, and on exposed sections of road.
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Which of these is least likely to be affected by crosswinds?
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
If you’re waiting to emerge from a side road watch out for motorcycles: they’re small and can be difficult to see. Be especially careful if there are parked vehicles restricting your view, there might be a motorcycle approaching. IF YOU DON’T KNOW, DON’T GO.
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You are waiting to come out of a side road. Why should you watch carefully for motorcycles?
If you are driving at night or in poor visibility, tinted lenses will reduce the efficiency of your vision, by reducing the amount of available light reaching your eyes.
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Which of the following types of glasses should NOT be worn when driving at night?
Your headlights and tail lights help others on the road see you. It may be necessary to turn on your lights during the day if visibilty is reduced, for example in heavy rain. In these conditions the light may fade before the street lights are turned on. Be seen to be safe.
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You are driving at dusk. You should switch your lights on
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Vehicle navigation systems can be useful when driving on unfamiliar routes. However they can also distract you and cause you to lose control if you look at or adjust them while driving. Pull up in a convenient and safe place before adjusting them.
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Your vehicle is fitted with a navigation system. How should you avoid letting this distract you while driving?
The 'stop' sign is the only road sign that's octagonal. This is so that it can be recognised and obeyed even if it's obscured (for example, by snow).
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At a junction you see this sign partly covered by snow. What does it mean?
Put a warning triangle on the road at least 45 metres (147 feet) behind your broken-down vehicle on the same side of the road, or use other permitted warning devices if you have them. Always take great care when placing or retrieving them, but never use them on motorways.
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You have broken down on a two-way road. You have a warning triangle. You should place the warning triangle at least how far from your vehicle?
Under the regulations, you must not enter a yellow box junction unless your exit is clear. However, you can enter the box and wait if you want to turn right and are only blocked by oncoming traffic or other vehicles also waiting to turn right.
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When may you wait in a box junction?
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