Quick Test #1

25 question, non-timed quick test.

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25 Question Test #1

Explanation

Harmful gases in the exhaust system pollute the atmosphere. These gases are reduced by up to 90% if a catalytic converter is fitted. Cleaner air benefits everyone, especially people who live or work near congested roads.

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Catalytic converters are fitted to make the

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engine produce more power

exhaust system easier to replace

engine run quietly

exhaust fumes cleaner

Explanation

Always try to use the accelerator smoothly. Taking your foot off the accelerator allows the momentum of the car to take you forward, especially when going downhill. This can save a considerable amount of fuel without any loss of control over the vehicle.

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Fuel consumption is at its highest when you are

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Braking

coasting

accelerating

steering

Explanation

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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using lower gears as often as possible

accelerating sharply in each gear

using each gear in turn

missing out some gears

Explanation

It is an offence to have your fog lights on in conditions other than seriously reduced visibility, ie. less than 100 metres (328 feet).

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While you are driving in fog, it becomes necessary to use front fog lights. You should

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only turn them on in heavy traffic conditions

remember not to use them on motorways

only use them on dual carriageways

remember to switch them off as visibility improves

Explanation

If you’re following another road user in fog stay well back. The driver in front won’t be able to see hazards until they’re close and might brake suddenly. Another reason why it is important to maintain a good separation distance in fog is that the road surface is likely to be wet and slippery.

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You are driving in fog. Why should you keep well back from the vehicle in front?

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In case it changes direction suddenly

In case its fog lights dazzle you

In case it stops suddenly

In case its brake lights dazzle you

Explanation

Trams can run on roads used by other vehicles and pedestrians. The part of the road used by the trams is known as the reserved area and this should be kept clear. It often has a different surface and is usually edged with white road markings.

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Areas reserved for trams may have

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metal studs around them

zigzag markings

a different surface texture

yellow hatch markings

Explanation

Only use front fog lights if the distance you are able to see is less than 100 metres (328 feet). Turn off your fog lights as the visibility improves.

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You may drive with front fog lights switched on

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when visibility is less than 100 metres (328 feet)

at any time to be noticed

instead of headlights on high speed roads

when dazzled by the lights of oncoming vehicles

Explanation

If you have a garage, use it. Your vehicle is less likely to be a victim of car crime if it’s in a garage. Also in winter the windows will be free from ice and snow.

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Where is the safest place to park your vehicle at night?

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In a garage

On a busy road

In a quiet car park

Near a red route

Explanation

The controller will ask you
• the make and colour of your vehicle
• whether you are a member of an emergency breakdown service
• the number shown on the emergency telephone casing
• whether you are travelling alone.

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Motorway emergency telephones are usually linked to the police. In some areas they are now linked to

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the local ambulance service

a Highways Agency control centre

the local fire brigade

a breakdown service control centre

Explanation

Traffic on motorways usually travels faster than on other roads. You need to be looking further ahead to give yourself more time to react to any hazard that may develop.

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When using a motorway it’s important that you

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look much further ahead than you would using other roads

drive much faster than you would on other roads

clean your windscreen more often than you would on other roads

concentrate more than you would on other roads

Explanation

When going down a steep hill your vehicle will speed up. This will make it more difficult for you to stop. Select a lower gear to give you more engine braking and control. Use this in combination with careful use of the brakes.

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You are about to go down a steep hill. To control the speed of your vehicle you should

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select a high gear and use the brakes carefully

select a high gear and use the brakes firmly

select a low gear and use the brakes carefully

select a low gear and avoid using the brakes

Explanation

At a pelican crossing the green light means you may proceed as long as the crossing is clear. If someone hasn’t finished crossing, be patient and wait for them.

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You've stopped at a pelican crossing. A disabled person is crossing slowly in front of you. The lights change to green. You should

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allow the person to cross

drive in front of the person

edge forward slowly

sound your horn

Explanation

Once you have applied the brake keep your foot firmly on the pedal. Releasing the brake and reapplying it will disable the anti- lock brake system.

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Your vehicle is fitted with anti-lock brakes. To stop quickly in an emergency you should

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brake firmly and pump the brake pedal on and off

brake rapidly and firmly without releasing the brake pedal

brake gently and pump the brake pedal on and off

brake rapidly once, and immediately release the brake pedal

Explanation

Keep a look-out for traffic signs. If you’re directed to change lanes, do so in good time. Don’t<br/>
• push your way into traffic in another lane<br/>
• leave changing lanes until the last moment.

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You are in the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway. You see signs showing that the right-hand lane is closed 800 yards ahead. You should

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keep in that lane until you reach the queue

move to the left immediately

wait and see which lane is moving faster

move to the left in good time

Explanation

At some junctions the layout may make it difficult to turn offside to offside. If this is the case, be prepared to pass nearside to nearside, but take extra care as your view ahead will be obscured by the vehicle turning in front of you.

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You are intending to turn right at a crossroads. An oncoming driver is also turning right. It will normally be safer to

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keep the other vehicle to your RIGHT and turn behind it (offside to offside)

keep the other vehicle to your LEFT and turn in front of it (nearside to nearside)

carry on and turn at the next junction instead

hold back and wait for the other driver to turn first

Explanation

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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In the right-hand lane

In the middle lane

On the hard shoulder

In the left-hand lane

Explanation

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

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sound your horn

overtake as soon as you can

flash your headlights

slow down and stay behind

Explanation

As you look through the rear of your vehicle you may not be able to see a small child. Be aware of this before you reverse. If there are children about, get out and check if it is clear before reversing.

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Who is especially in danger of not being seen as you reverse your car?

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Motorcyclists

Car drivers

Cyclists

Children

Explanation

Have your eyesight tested before you start your practical training. Then, throughout your driving life, have checks periodically to ensure that your eyes haven’t deteriorated.

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You find that you need glasses to read vehicle number plates at the required distance. When MUST you wear them?

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Only in bad weather conditions

At all times when driving

Only when you think it necessary

Only in bad light or at night time

Explanation

You should never overtake as you approach a junction. If a vehicle emerged from the junction while you were overtaking, a dangerous situation could develop very quickly.

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You are following a slower-moving vehicle on a narrow country road. There is a junction just ahead on the right. What should you do?

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Overtake after checking your mirrors and signalling

Stay behind until you are past the junction

Accelerate quickly to pass before the junction

Slow down and prepare to overtake on the left

Explanation

If you have planned your journey properly, to include rest stops, you should arrive at your destination in good time.

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You are driving along a motorway and become tired. You should

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stop at the next service area and rest

leave the motorway at the next exit and rest

increase your speed and turn up the radio volume

close all your windows and set heating to warm

pull up on the hard shoulder and change drivers

Explanation

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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Traffic lights ahead

Edge of the carriageway

Footpath on the left

Cycle path

Explanation

If possible, avoid the early morning and, late afternoon and early evening ‘rush hour’. Doing this should allow you to travel in a more relaxed frame of mind, concentrate solely on what you’re doing and arrive at your destination feeling less stressed.

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By avoiding busy times when travelling

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you are more likely to be held up

your journey time will be longer

you will travel a much shorter distance

you are less likely to be delayed

Explanation

Try to be ready for the unexpected. Plan ahead and learn to anticipate hazards. You’ll then give yourself more time to react to any problems that might occur. Be tolerant of the behaviour of other road users who don’t behave correctly.

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A vehicle pulls out in front of you at a junction. What should you do?

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Swerve past it and sound your horn

Flash your headlights and drive up close behind

Slow down and be ready to stop

Accelerate past it immediately

Explanation

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?

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