Quick Test #1

25 question, non-timed quick test.
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25 Question Test #1

Explanation

Don’t use hazard lights as an excuse for illegal parking. If you do use them, don’t forget to switch them off when you move away. There must be a warning light on the control panel to show when the hazard lights are in operation.

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Hazard warning lights should be used when vehicles are

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Explanation

Only overtake on the left if traffic is moving slowly in queues and the traffic on your right is moving more slowly than the traffic in your lane.

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On motorways you should never overtake on the left unless

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Explanation

You must ensure that you can be seen by others on the road, but you don't want to dazzle them. Use your dipped headlights during the day if the visibility is bad. If appropriate, use your rear fog lights but don’t forget to turn them off when the visibility improves.

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You are driving in heavy traffic on a wet road. Spray makes it difficult to be seen. You should use your

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Explanation

Always allow plenty of time for your journey in case of unforeseen problems. Anything can happen, punctures, breakdowns, road closures, diversions etc. You will feel less stressed and less inclined to take risks if you are not ‘pushed for time’.

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You are making an appointment and will have to travel a long distance. You should

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Explanation

If your tyre pressures are low this will increase the drag on the road surface and make the steering feel heavy. Your vehicle will also use more fuel. Incorrectly inflated tyres can affect the braking, cornering and handling of your vehicle to a dangerous level.

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What can cause heavy steering?

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Explanation

Exhaust emissions are harmful to health. Together with vibration from heavy traffic, this can result in damage to buildings. Most petrol and diesel fuels come from a non-renewable source. Anything you can do to reduce your use of these fuels will help the environment.

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Motor vehicles can harm the environment. This has resulted in

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Explanation

When adult passengers are travelling in a vehicle, it is their own responsibility to wear a seat belt. However, you should still remind them to use a seat belt.

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Car passengers MUST wear a seat belt if one is available, unless they are

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Explanation

Yellow box junctions are marked on the road to prevent the road becoming blocked. Don’t enter one unless your exit road is clear. You may only wait in the yellow box if your exit road is clear but oncoming traffic is preventing you from completing the turn.

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You may only enter a box junction when

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road markings box junction

Explanation

Motorways mustn’t be used by pedestrians, cyclists, motorcycles under 50 cc, certain slow-moving vehicles without permission, and powered wheelchairs/mobility scooters.

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Which vehicles are prohibited from using the motorway?

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Explanation

You should normally travel in the left-hand lane unless you are overtaking a slower- moving vehicle. When you are past that vehicle move back into the left-hand lane as soon as it’s safe to do so. Don’t cut across in front of the vehicle that you’re overtaking.

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A basic rule when on motorways is

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Explanation

A tyre bursting can lead to a loss of control, especially if you’re travelling at high speed. Using the correct procedure should help you to stop the vehicle safely.

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Your tyre bursts while you’re driving. What should you do?

Explanation

The most immediate danger is further collisions and fire. You could warn other traffic by displaying an advance warning triangle or sign (but not on a motorway), switching on hazard warning lights or by any other means that does not put you or others at risk.

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A collision has just happened. An injured person is lying in a busy road. What is the FIRST thing you should do to help?

Explanation

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?

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Explanation

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?

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Explanation

You should give way to traffic already on the motorway. Where possible they may move over to let you in but don’t force your way into the traffic stream. The traffic may be travelling at high speed so you should match your speed to fit in.

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When joining a motorway you must always

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Explanation

When going downhill, prolonged use of the brakes can cause them to overheat and lose their effectiveness. Changing to a lower gear will assist your braking.

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You will feel the effects of engine braking when you

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Explanation

Only use your fog lights when visibility is seriously reduced. Use dipped headlights in poor conditions.

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Daytime visibility is poor but not seriously reduced. You should switch on

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Explanation

Always check the road signs. Triangular signs are warningsigns and they will keep you informed of hazards ahead to help you anticipate problems.

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Which sign means that there may be people walking along the road?

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Explanation

Be tolerant of older drivers. Poor eyesight and hearing could affect the speed with which they react to a hazard and may cause them to be hesitant.

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You are following a car driven by an elderly driver. You should

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Explanation

Never stop on the hard shoulder to rest. If there is no service station for several miles, leave the motorway at the next exit and find somewhere safe and legal to pull over.

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Your motorway journey seems boring and you feel drowsy. Whay should you do?

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Explanation

If you see a red cross above your lane it means that there is an obstruction ahead. You will have to move into one of the lanes which is showing the green light. If all the lanes are showing a red cross, then you must stop.

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You are driving on a road with several lanes. You see these signs above the lanes. What do they mean?

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Explanation

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?

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Explanation

Before moving off you should use both the interior and exterior mirrors to check if the road is clear. Look around to check the blind spots and give a signal if it’s necessary to warn other road users of your intentions.

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When you are moving off from behind a parked car you should

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Explanation

Ensure that you can see clearly through the windscreen of your vehicle. Stickers or hanging objects could affect your field of vision or draw your eyes away from the road.

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Objects hanging from your interior mirror may

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Explanation

A green arrow indicates that the lane is available to traffic facing the signal. A white diagonal arrow means that the lane is closed ahead and traffic should move to the next lane on the left. A red cross means that the lane is closed to traffic facing the signal.

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You are driving on a road with several lanes. You see these signs above the lanes. What do they mean?

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