Practice Theory Test for Car Drivers 1

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You are behind a cyclist. When the traffic lights change, what should you do?
Allow the cyclist time and room
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What does the solid white line at the side of the road indicate?
Edge of the carriageway
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As you approach a pelican crossing the lights change to green. Elderly people are halfway across. You should
Wait because they will take longer to cross
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Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, but they may not always prevent skidding. This is most likely to happen when driving
On loose road surfaces
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You want to park and you see this sign (METER ZONE - BLUE CIRCLE RED LINE THROUGH IT). On the days and times shown you should
Park in a bay and pay
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You are waiting at a T-junction. A vehicle is coming from the right with the left signal flashing. What should you do
Wait until the vehicle starts to turn in
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You are driving being a large goods vehicle. It signals left but steers to the right You should
Slow down and let the vehicle turn
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How will a school crossing patrol signal you to stop?
By displaying a stop sign
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What style of driving causes increased risk to everyone?
Competitive
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You are driving on a clear night. There is a steady stream of oncoming traffic. The national speed limit applies. What lights should you use?
Dipped headlights
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The white line along the side of the road
Shows the edge of the carriageway
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You see a pedestrian with a white stick and red band. This means that the person is
Deaf and blind
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A heavy load on your roof rack will
Reduce stability
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Why should you switch off your rear fog lights when the fog has cleared?
To prevent dazzling following drivers
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A single carriageway road has this sign (WHITE CIRCLE, BLACK LINE GOING SIDEWAYS). What is the maximum permitted speed for a car towing a trailer?
50
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You are waiting to emerge from a junction The windscreen pillar is restricting your view. What should yo u be particularly aware of?
Motorcyclists
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A red van cuts in close in front of you. What should you do?
Drop back to leave the correct separation distance?
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You get a puncture on the motorway. You manage to get your vehicle onto the hard shoulder. You should:
Use the emergency telephone and call for assistance
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How can driving in an ecosafe manner help protect the environment?
By reducing exhaust emissions
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A casualty has an injured arm. They can move it freely but it is bleeding. Why should you get them to keep it in a raised position?
It will help to reduce the blood flow
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You're in a collision with another moving vehicle. Someone is injured and your vehicle is damaged. What information should you find out?
The other driver's name, address and telephone number
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You are driving in a built-up area. You approach a speed hump. You should
Slow your vehicle right down
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Why should you allow extra room when overtaking a motorcyclist on a windy day?
The rider may be blown across in front of you
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Objects hanging from your interior mirror may
Restrict your view
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You are driving towards a level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train?
A steady amber light
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The left-hand lane of a motorway should be used for?
Normal driving
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What should you do when parking your vehicle facing downhill
Turn the steering wheel towards the kerb
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You may drive over a footpath
To get into a property
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You are waiting to emerge art a junction. Your view is restricted by parked vehicles. What can help you to see traffic not he road you are joining?
Reflections of traffic in shop windows
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You are driving along this road. What should you be prepared to do?
Slow down and give way
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You are driving along a road that has a cycle lane. The lane is marked by a solid white line. This means that during its period of operation
You must not drive in that lane
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At an incident someone is unconscious. What would your priority be?
Check their airway is clear
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You want to turn left at this junction. The view of the main road is restricted. What should you do?
Approach slowly and edge out until you can see more clearly
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What will reduce the risk of neck injury resulting from a collision?
A properly adjusted head restraint
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You are about to go down a steep hill. To control the speed of your vehicle you should
Select a low gear and use the brakes carefully
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You will find that driving smoothly can
Reduce fuel consumption by about 15%
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When should you use hazard warning lights?
When your vehicle has broken down and is causing an obstruction
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You are driving on a motorway. You have to slow down quickly due to a hazard. You should
Switch on your hazard lights
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You are at the front of a queue of traffic waiting to turn right into a side road. Why is it important to check your right mirror just before turning?
To check for overtaking vehicles
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You see a white arrow on the road ahead. It means
Keep left of the hatched markings
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You have to leave valuables in your car. It would be safer to
Lock them out of sight
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You are towing a trailer on a motorway. What is your maximum speed limit?
60
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When may you use hazard warning lights when driving?
On a motorway or unrestricted dual carriageway, to warn of a hazard ahead
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How old must you be to supervise a learner driver?
21
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You want to reverse into a side road. You are not sure that the area behind your car is clear. What should you do?
Get out and check
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Excessive or uneven tyre wear can be caused by faults in the
Suspension
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What does the solid white line at the side of the road indicate?

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Edge of the carriageway

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As you approach a pelican crossing the lights change to green. Elderly people are halfway across. You should

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Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, but they may not always prevent skidding. This is most likely to happen when driving

Back

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Card 5

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You want to park and you see this sign (METER ZONE - BLUE CIRCLE RED LINE THROUGH IT). On the days and times shown you should

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