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Question - 50 / 1

Which sign means you have priority over oncoming vehicles?

A

B

C

D

Question - 50 / 2

Why are vehicle mirrors often slightly curved (convex)?

They give a wider field of vision

They totally cover blind spots

They make it easier to judge the speed of the traffic behind

They make the traffic behind look bigger

Question - 50 / 3

When may you drive over a pavement?

To overtake slow-moving traffic

When the pavement is very wide

If there are no pedestrians nearby

To gain access to a property

Question - 50 / 4

Are passengers allowed to ride in a caravan that's being towed?

No, not at any time

Only if a stabiliser is fitted

Only if all the seats in the towing vehicle are full

Yes, if they're over 14

Question - 50 / 5

Which sign informs you that you're coming to a 'no through road'?

A

B

C

D

Question - 50 / 6

You have to make an unexpected journey. You're carrying a five-year-old child on the back seat of your car. They're under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. How should you seat them if a correct child restraint isn't available?

Behind the passenger seat

Using an adult seat belt

Sharing a belt with an adult

Between two other children

Question - 50 / 7

You're going to turn left from a main road into a minor road. What should you do as you approach the junction?

Keep just left of the middle of the road

Keep in the middle of the road

Swing out to the right just before turning

Keep well to the left of the road

Question - 50 / 8

Where may you overtake on a one-way street?

Only on the left-hand side

Overtaking isn't allowed

Only on the right-hand side

On either the right or the left

Question - 50 / 9

What's the maximum fine for driving or riding without insurance?

Unlimited

£500

£1000

£5000

Question - 50 / 10

The driver towing the caravan wants to turn right onto the dual carriageway. What should they do?

Wait until the road is clear in both directions before turning

Turn left and find a suitable place to turn around.

Move out when an approaching driver flashes their headlights

Move partly into the central reservation and wait until it's safe to turn

Question - 50 / 11

At traffic lights, what does it mean when the amber light shows on its own?

Prepare to go

Go if the way is clear

Go if no pedestrians are crossing

Stop at the stop line

Question - 50 / 12

What safety device must be fitted to a trailer braking system?

Breakaway cable

Jockey wheel

Stabiliser

Corner steadies

Question - 50 / 13

What's the purpose of the yellow lines painted across the road?

To show a safe distance between vehicles

To keep the area clear of traffic

To make you aware of your speed

To warn you to change direction

Question - 50 / 14

When must your vehicle have valid insurance cover?

Before you can make a SORN

Before you can sell the vehicle

Before you can scrap the vehicle

Before you can tax the vehicle

Question - 50 / 15

A police car is following you. What should you do if the police officer flashes the headlights and points to the left?

Turn left at the next junction

Pull up on the left

Stop immediately

Move over to the left

Question - 50 / 16

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

By hazard warning lines

By street lighting

By pedestrian islands

By double or single yellow lines

Question - 50 / 17

How can drinking alcohol affect your ability to drive or ride?

Your ability to judge speed will be reduced

Your confidence will be reduced

Your reactions will be faster

Your awareness of danger will be improved

Question - 50 / 18

Why is it particularly important to check your vehicle before making a long motorway journey?

You'll have to do more harsh braking on motorways

Motorway services areas don't deal with breakdowns

Continuous high speeds increase the risk of your vehicle breaking down

The road surface will wear down the tyres faster

Question - 50 / 19

Why has the bus driver positioned the bus on the left?

The bus needs extra room to get around the roundabout

In case the pedestrian wants to get on the bus

To get a better view of the roundabout

The sign on the roundabout is directing traffic to 'keep left'

Question - 50 / 20

Who is authorised to signal you to stop?

A motorcvclist

A pedestrian

A police officer

A bus driver

Question - 50 / 21

What should you do if you're driving a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow winding road?

Keep well out to stop vehicles overtaking dangerously

Wave the vehicles behind to come past you if you think they can overtake quickly

Pull in when you can, to let the vehicles behind overtake

Give a left signal when it's safe for vehicles to overtake you

Question - 50 / 22

What does this motorway sign mean?

Temporary minimum speed 50 mph

No services for 50 miles

Obstruction 50 metres (164 feet) ahead

Temporary maximum speed 50 mph

Question - 50 / 23

Where can you find reflective amber studs on a motorway?

Separating the slip road from the motorway

On the left-hand edge of the road

On the right-hand edge of the road

Separating the lanes

Question - 50 / 24

You're driving on an icy road. What distance from the car in front should you drive?

Four times the normal distance

Six times the normal distance

Ten times the normal distance

Eight times the normal distance

Question - 50 / 25

Who's responsible for paying the vehicle tax?

The driver of the vehicle

The registered keeper of the vehicle

The car dealer

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)

Question - 50 / 26

You're driving in a slow-moving queue of traffic. What should you do just before changing lane?

Sound the horn and flash your lights

Give a 'slowing down' arm signal

Change down to first gear

Look for motorcyclists filtering through the traffic

Question - 50 / 27

What should you be aware of if you ve just passed this sign?

This is a single-track road

You can't stop on this road

Only one lane is in use

All traffic is going one way

Question - 50 / 28

What can you expect if you drive using rapid acceleration and heavy braking?

Reduced pollution

Increased fuel consumption

Reduced exhaust emissions

Increased road safety

Question - 50 / 29

Why should you never wave people across at pedestrian crossings?

Another vehicle may be coming

They may not be looking

It's safer for you to carry on

They may not be ready to cross

Question - 50 / 30

What should you do when you move off from behind a parked car?

Look around before moving off

Give a signal after moving off

Look around after moving off

Use the exterior mirrors only

Question - 50 / 31

You're about to overtake. What should you do when you see this sign?

Overtake the other driver as quickly as possible

Move to the right to get a better view

Switch your headlights on before overtaking

Hold back until you can see clearly ahead

Question - 50 / 32

What can people who live or work in towns and cities do to help reduce urban pollution levels?

Drive more quickly

Over-rev in a low gear

Walk or cycle

Drive short journeys

Question - 50 / 33

You're waiting to turn right out of a minor road. It's clear to the left but a lorry is coming from the right. Why should you wait, even if you have enough time to turn?

Anything overtaking the lorry will be hidden from view

The lorry could suddenly speed up

The lorry might be slowing down

The load on the lorry might be unstable

Question - 50 / 34

What must you do if poor health affects your driving?

Inform your local police

Avoid using motorways

Always drive accompanied

Inform the licensing authority

Question - 50 / 35

What can be damaged if you turn the steering wheel when the car isn't moving?

The gearbox

The engine

The brakes

The tyres

Question - 50 / 36

Which type of sign tells you what you must not do?

A

B

C

D

Question - 50 / 37

What colour are the reflective studs between the lanes on a motorway?

Red

Green

White

Amber

Question - 50 / 38

You want to travel on the A61. Which lane should you use at the roundabout?

Only the middle lane

Either the left lane or middle lane

Either the middle lane or right lane

Only the left lane

Question - 50 / 39

Why is it bad technique to coast when you're driving downhill?

The fuel consumption will increase

The engine will overheat

The tyres will wear more quickly

The vehicle will gain speed more quickly

Question - 50 / 40

What does this sign mean?

New speed limit 20 mph

No vehicles over 30 tonnes

Minimum speed limit 30 mph

End of 20 mph zone

Question - 50 / 41

Why should you test your brakes after this hazard?

You'll be on a slippery road

Your brakes will be wet

You'll be going down a long hill

You'll have just crossed a long bridge

Question - 50 / 42

What does it mean if the signs at a bus lane show no times of operation?

The lane isn't in operation

The lane is only in operation at peak times

The lane is in operation 24 hours a day

The lane is only in operation in daylight hours

Question - 50 / 43

What does this sign mean?

Two-way traffic crosses a one-way road

Traffic approaching you has priority

Two-way traffic straight ahead

Motorway contraflow system ahead

Question - 50 / 44

You're driving at night with your headlights on main beam. A vehicle is overtaking you. When should you dip your headlights?

Some time after the vehicle has passed vou

Before the vehicle starts to pass you

Only if the other driver dips their headlights

As soon as the vehicle passes you

Question - 50 / 45

What should you do to avoid fuel spillage?

Check that your tank is only three-quarters full

Check that you've used a locking filler cap

Check that your fuel gauge is working

Check that your filler cap is securely fastened

Question - 50 / 46

How should you signal if you're going straight ahead at a roundabout?

Signal right on the approach and then left to leave the roundabout

Signal left after you leave the roundabout and enter the new road

Signal right on the approach to the roundabout and keep the signal on

Signal left just after you pass the exit before the one you're going to take

Question - 50 / 47

What should you do if your vehicle has a puncture on a motorway?

Drive slowly to the next service area to get assistance

Pull up on the hard shoulder or in an emergency refuge area. Change the wheel as quickly as possible

Pull up on the hard shoulder or in an emergency refuge area and call for assistance

Switch on your hazard warning lights. Stop in your lane

Question - 50 / 48

Where would you see this road marking?

At traffic lights

On road humps

Near a level crossing

At a box junction

Question - 50 / 49

Which colour follows the green signal at a puffin crossing?

Steady red

Flashing amber

Steady amber

Flashing green

Question - 50 / 50

When may you stop on a clearway?

Never

When it's busy

In the rush hour

During daylight hours