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Quick Test #1

25 question, non-timed quick test.

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25 Question Test #1

Explanation

At junctions your view is often restricted by buildings, trees or parked cars. You need to be able to see in order to judge a safe gap. Edge forward slowly and keep looking all the time. Don’t cause other road users to change speed or direction as you emerge.

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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?

(mark ONE answer)

Stop and then move forward slowly and carefully for a proper view

Move quickly to where you can see so you only block traffic from one direction

Wait for a pedestrian to let you know when it is safe for you to emerge

Turn your vehicle around immediately and find another junction to use

Explanation

Too much oil in the engine will create excess pressure and could damage engine seals and cause oil leaks. Any excess oil should be drained off.

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You have too much oil in your engine. What could this cause?

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Low oil pressure

Engine overheating

Chain wear

Oil leaks

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

(mark ONE answer)

in a vehicle fitted with air bags travelling

within a congestion charging zone

sitting in the rear seat

exempt for medical reasons

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

(mark ONE answer)

using lower gears as often as possible

accelerating sharply in each gear

using each gear in turn

missing out some gears

Explanation

By looking well ahead and recognising hazards in good time, you can avoid last-minute harsh braking. Watch the traffic flow and look well ahead for potential hazards so you can control your speed accordingly. Avoid over-revving the engine and accelerating harshly as this increases wear to the engine and uses more fuel.

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To reduce the damage your vehicle causes to the environment you should

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use narrow side streets

brake harshly

use busy routes

anticipate well ahead

Explanation

The speed limit is reduced for vehicles towing caravans and trailers, to lessen the risk of the outfit becoming unstable. Due to the increased weight and size of the vehicle and caravan combination, you should plan well ahead. Be extra-careful in windy weather, as strong winds could cause a caravan or large trailer to snake from side to side.

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You are towing a small caravan on a dual carriageway. You must not exceed

(mark ONE answer)

40 mph

50 mph

60 mph

70 mph

Explanation

There is usually a 30 mph speed limit where there are street lights unless there are signs showing another limit.

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There are no speed limit signs on the road. How is a 30 mph limit indicated?

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By hazard warning lines

By street lighting

By pedestrian islands

By double or single yellow lines

Explanation

A lorry may swing out to the right as it approaches a left turn. This is to allow the rear wheels to clear the kerb as it turns. Don’t try to filter through if you see a gap on the nearside.

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You are following a long vehicle. It approaches a crossroads and signals left, but moves out to the right. You should

(mark ONE answer)

get closer in order to pass it quickly

stay well back and give it room

assume the signal is wrong and it is really turning right

overtake as it starts to slow down

Explanation

Helping someone to drive is a responsible task. Before learning to drive you’re advised to find a qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to teach you. This will ensure that you’re taught the correct procedures from the start.

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A friend wants to help you learn to drive. They must be

(mark ONE answer)

at least 21 and have held a full licence for at least one year

over 18 and hold an advanced driver’s certificate

over 18 and have fully comprehensive insurance

at least 21 and have held a full licence for at least three years

Explanation

Unlike someone in the car with you, the person on the other end of the line is unable to see the traffic situations you are dealing with. They will not stop speaking to you even if you are approaching a hazardous situation. You need to be concentrating on your driving all of the time, but especially so when dealing with a hazard.

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Using a hands-free phone is likely to

improve your safety

increase your concentration

reduce your view

divert your attention

Explanation

Using a mobile phone distracts your attention away from driving. Distractions caused by mobile phones are known to be potentially dangerous. Avoid being distracted by your phone by turning it off before you start driving.

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You're most likely to lose concentration when driving if you

use a mobile phone

check road signs

switch on the heated rear window

look at the door mirrors

Explanation

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

(mark ONE answer)

a two-second time gap

one car length

2 metres (6 feet 6 inches)

two car lengths

Explanation

You must show consideration to other road users. The reactions of older drivers may be slower and they might need more time to deal with a situation. Be tolerant and don’t lose patience or show your annoyance.

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

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expect the driver to drive badly

flash your lights and overtake

be aware that the driver’s reactions may not be as fast as yours

stay very close behind but be careful

Explanation

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?

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No entry

Waiting restrictions

National speed limit

School crossing patrol

Explanation

When a long vehicle is going to turn right it may need to keep close to the left-hand kerb. This is to prevent the rear end of the trailer cutting the corner. You need to be aware of how long vehicles behave in such situations. Don’t overtake the lorry because it could turn as you’re alongside. Stay behind and wait for it to turn.

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You are follwing a long vehicle approaching a crossroads. The driver signals right but moves close to the left-hand kerb. What should you do?

(mark ONE answer)

Warn the driver of the wrong signal

Wait behind the long vehicle

Report the driver to the police

Overtake on the right-hand side

Explanation

Lorries are larger and longer than other vehicles and this can affect their position when approaching junctions. When turning left they may move out to the right so that they don’t cut in and mount the kerb with the rear wheels.

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You are following a large articulated vehicle. It is going to turn left into a narrow road. What action should you take?

(mark ONE answer)

Move out and overtake on the right

Pass on the left as the vehicle moves out

Be prepared to stop behind

Overtake quickly before the lorry moves out

Explanation

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?

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To restrict the flow of traffic

To warn you of oncoming traffic

To enable you to change lanes early

To prevent you changing lanes

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To avoid a collision when entering a contraflow system, you should

(mark THREE answers)

Reduce speed in good time

Switch lanes at any time to make progress

Choose an appropriate lane in good time

Keep the correct separation distance

Increase speed to pass through quickly

Follow other motorists closely to avoid long queues

Explanation

When leaving your vehicle unattended it is best to take valuables with you. If you can't, then lock them out of sight in the boot. If you can see valuables in your car, so can a thief.

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What should you do when leaving your vehicle?

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Put valuable documents under seats

Remove all valuables

Cover valuables with a blanket

Leave the interior light on

Explanation

Modern vehicles provide the driver with well-positioned mirrors which are essential to safe driving. However, they cannot see every angle of the scene behind and to the sides of the vehicle. This is why it is essential that you check over your shoulder, so that you are aware of any hazards not reflected in your mirrors.

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What does the term 'blind spot' mean for a driver?

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An area covered by your right-hand mirror

An area not covered by your headlights

An area covered by your left-hand mirror

An area not covered by your mirrors

Explanation

You must obey these signs even if there appear to be no problems ahead.

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You are in the right-hand lane on a motorway. You see these overhead signs. This means?

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Move to the left and reduce your speed to 50 mph

There are roadworks 50 metres ahead

Use the hard shoulder until you have passed the hazard

Leave the motorway at the next exit

Explanation

This sign will be located on the main carriageway and show you the distance until the motorway, and associated speed limits, end.

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What does this sign mean?

Motorway slip road closed

End of motorway

Motorway begins

No hard shoulder on motorway ahead

Explanation

This sign gives advance warning of a staggered junction ahead with roads to the left and right. Be aware that vehicles may be emerging from these roads.

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What does this sign mean?

Traffic emerging form left and right

No U-turnn

Staggered junction

Level crossing ahead

Explanation

Where you see this sign, the 20 mph restriction starts. Check all around for possible hazards and only increase your speed if it’s safe to do so.

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What is the meaning of this sign?

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Entry into a 20 mph zone

End of a 20 mph zone

Minimum speed 20 mph

Average speed 20 mph

Explanation

This broken white line is a reminder to give way to traffic from the right at roundabouts. You can expect to find these at larger roundabouts.

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Where would you find these road markings?

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