A car
towing a caravan on the dual carriageway should not
exceed?
A
40 mph
B
50 mph
C
60 mph
D
70 mph
Question
2
A
motorway hard shoulder may be used
A
For a
short rest if you feel tired
B
To reverse
if you miss your exit
C
Pass slow
moving traffic in left hand lane
D
For
breakdowns
Question
3
What is the most common
factor in causing road accidents?
A
Driver
error
B
Road
conditions
C
Weather
conditions
D
Mechanical
failure
Question
4
The legal
minimum depth of tread for a car tyre is?
A
2.5 mm
B
4 mm
C
1 mm
D
1.6 mm
Question
5
What is
the shortest stopping distance at 70 mph?
A
53 metres
(175 feet)
B
60 metres
(200 feet)
C
73 metres
(240 feet)
D
96 metres
(315 feet)
Question
6
Which of
these, if allowed to get low, could cause an accident?
A
Radiator
coolant level
B
Anti-freeze
level
C
Brake fluid
level
D
Battery
water level
Question
7
You are
driving on an unlit road at night when you are dazzled
by the headlights of an oncoming car. You should
A
Switch on
your main beam
B
Slow down
and be prepared to stop
C
Close your
eyes until the oncoming vehicle has passed
D
Put on your
sunglasses
Question
8
When following a large vehicle you should
keep well back because:
A
It allows
you to corner more quickly
B
It helps the large vehicle to stop more easily
C
It allows the driver to see you in the mirrors
D
It helps you to keep out of the wind
Question
9
You are approaching traffic lights that have been on green for sometime. You should:
A
Accelerate hard
B
Maintain your speed
C
Be ready to stop
D
Brake hard
Question
10
Tailgating means:
A
Using the rear door of a hatchback car
B
Reversing into a parking space
C
Following another vehicle too closely
D
Driving with rear fog lights on
Question
11
You are following a vehicle on a wet road. You should leave a time gap of at least:
A
One Second
B
Two Seconds
C
Three Seconds
D
Four Seconds
Question
12
The purpose of a catalytic converter is to reduce:
A
Fuel consumption
B
The risk of fire
C
Toxic exhaust gases
D
Engine wear
Question
13
In windy conditions you need to take extra care when:
A
Using the brakes
B
Making a hill start
C
Turning into a narrow road
D
Passing pedal cyclists
Question
14
You have just gone through deep water. To dry off the brakes you should:
A
Accelerate and keep to a high speed for a short time
B
Go slowly while gently applying the brakes
C
Avoid using the brakes at all for a few miles
D
Stop for at least an hour to allow them time to dry
Question
15
Your vehicle is fitted with anti-lock brakes. To stop quickly in an emergency you should:
A
Brake firmly and pump the brake pedal on and off
B
Brake rapidly and firmly without releasing the brake pedal
C
Brake gently and pump the brake pedal on and off
D
Brake rapidly once, and immediately release the brake pedal
Question
16
A driver pulls out of a side road in front of you. You have to brake hard. You should:
A
Ignore the error and stay calm
B
Flash your lights to show your annoyance
C
Sound your horn to show your annoyance
D
Overtake as soon as possible
Question
17
You have been involved in an argument before starting your journey. This has made you feel angry. You should:
A
Start to drive, but open a window
B
Drive slower than normal and turn your radio on
C
Have an alcoholic drink to help you relax before driving
D
Calm down before you start to drive
Question
18
Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable:
A
When moving off
B
On dual carriageways
C
When approaching junctions
D
On motorways
Question
19
How should you overtake horse riders?
A
Drive up close and overtake as soon as possible
B
Speed is not important but allow plenty of room
C
Use your horn just once to warn them
D
Drive slowly and leave plenty of room
Question
20
You are on a wet motorway with surface spray. You should use:
A
Hazard flashers
B
Dipped Headlights
C
Rear fog lights
D
Sidelights
Question
21
You keep well back while waiting to overtake a large vehicle. A car fills the gap. You should:
A
Sound your horn
B
Drop further back
C
Flash your headlights
D
Start to overtake
Question
22
Chains can be fitted to your wheels to help prevent:
A
Damage to the road surface
B
Wear on tyres
C
Skidding in deep snow
D
The brakes locking
Question
23
You are driving down a long steep hill. You suddenly notice your brakes are not working as well as normal. What is the usual cause of this?
A
The brakes overheating
B
Air in the bake fluid
C
Oil on the brakes
D
Badly adjusted brakes
Question
24
What colour are the reflective studs between a motorway and its slip road?
A
Amber
B
White
C
Green
D
Red
Question
25
When joining a motorway you must always:
A
Use the hard shoulder
B
Stop at the end of the acceleration lane
C
Come to a stop before joining the motorway
D
Give way to traffic already on the motorway
Question
26
You meet an obstruction on your side of the road. You should:
A
Carry on, you have priority
B
Give way to oncoming traffic
C
Wave oncoming vehicles through
D
Accelerate to get past first
Question
27
Who has priority at an unmarked crossroads?
A
The larger vehicle
B
No one has priority
C
The faster vehicle
D
The smaller vehicle
Question
28
Other drivers may sometimes flash their headlights at you. In which situation are they allowed to do this?
A
To warn of a radar speed trap ahead
B
To show that they are giving way to you
C
To warn you of their presence
D
To let you know there is a fault with your vehicle
Question
29
At traffic lights, amber on its own means:
A
Prepare to go
B
Go if the way is clear
C
Go if no pedestrians are crossing
D
Stop at the stop line
Question
30
The cost of your insurance may reduce if you:
A
Are under 25 years old
B
Do not wear glasses
C
Pass the driving test first time
D
Take the Pass Plus scheme
Question
31
You have stalled in the middle of a level crossing and cannot restart the engine. The warning bell starts to ring. You should:
A
Get out and clear the crossing
B
Run down the track to warn the signal operator
C
Carry on trying to restart the engine
D
Push the vehicle clear of the crossing
Question
32
Which of the following should you NOT do at the scene of an accident?
A
Warn other traffic by switching on your hazard warning lights
B
Call the emergency services immediately
C
Offer someone a cigarette to calm them down
D
Ask drivers to switch off their engines
Question
33
A heavy load on your roof rack will:
A
Improve the road holding
B
Reduce the stopping distance
C
Make the steering lighter
D
Reduce stability
Question
34
On a clearway you must not stop:
A
At any time
B
When it is busy
C
In the rush hour
D
During daylight
Question
35
You have been taking medicine for a few days which made you feel drowsy. Today you feel better but still need to take the medicine. You should only drive:
