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  • Here are some useful questions to help you understand the question-and-answer format in which will be presented at the test.
  • This Section is designed to help you through the questions one by one.
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Q1
When in traffic queue at an empty pedestrian crossing. What should you do?
[Mark 2 Answers]
  1. Keep tight behind the lead car
  2. Leave the crossing clear
  3. Only go forward if you can clear the crossing
  4. Wave any pedestrians across the crossing
Q2
What Driver actions are likely to increase the most fuel consumption
[Mark 2 Answers]
  1. Harsh acceleration
  2. Harsh and late braking
  3. Driving at a constant 40 m.p.h.
  4. Driving at a constant 50 m.p.h.
  5. Checking for the correct tyre pressure.
Q3
Your medical condition means you have to take drugs. Who should you consult to see if you are fit to drive?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. The Police
  2. The DVLA in Swansea
  3. The DSA (Driving Standards Agency)
  4. Your Doctor
Q4
95% of all accidents involve which main cause?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Tyre blow outs
  2. Items falling off vehicles
  3. Human error
  4. Road rage
Q5
In Fog you should use your rear high-intensity fog lights when visibility is less than: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. 50 metres
  2. 100 metres
  3. 200 metres
  4. 300 metres
Q6
You are travelling at 30 m.p.h. on a good, dry road. What is the overall stopping distance?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. 75 ft (23m)
  2. 175 ft (53 m)
  3. 190 ft (58 m)
  4. 240 ft (73m)
Q7
The vehicle you plan to drive must have a tax disc. Where must the tax disc be displayed?
disc
a. On the offside (right) corner of the windscreen
b. On the nearside (left) corner of the windscreen
c. On the top of the windscreen (behind the internal mirror)
d. On the bottom and in the middle of the windscreen
Q8
When should you use dipped headlights in the daytime?
[Mark 2 Answers]
  1. In heavy rain
  2. When there is mud on the road
  3. In thick fog
  4. When there is a light mist
Q9
What do WHITE studs on the motorway show?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. The left hand edge of the carriageway
  2. The right hand edge of the carriageway
  3. The separation of the lanes
  4. A slip road off the motorway
Q10
What does this sign show?
[Mark 1 Answer]
sign a. Use the nearside (left) lane
b. Roundabout ahead
c. Special diversion route
d. Diversion route to the football ground
Q11
The national speed limit for cars on a single carriageway is: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. 30 mph
  2. 50 mph
  3. 60 mph
  4. 70 mph
Q12
You must ensure that any load carried on or in your vehicle is: -
[Mark 2 Answers]
  1. Carries a red flag
  2. Not sticking out dangerously
  3. Secure
  4. Covered by a waterproof sheet
Q13
Setting down or picking up passengers on a motorway is only allowed: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
sign a.On slip roads
b.On the hard shoulder
c.Only at weekends
d.At service areas
Q14
If you see a person waiting at a zebra crossing who has a white stick with red bands, they are likely to be: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Blind
  2. Deaf and without Speech
  3. Blind and deaf
  4. A Manchester united supporter
Q15
If you park on the left-hand kerb facing downhill, how should you leave the front wheels?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. On the pavement
  2. Parallel to the kerb
  3. Turned to the right (away from the kerb)
  4. Turned to the left (into the kerb)
Q16
How long is a M.O.T. valid for?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. 6 months
  2. 1 year
  3. 2 years
  4. 3 years
Q17
The highway code says that headlights must be adjusted correctly. Why?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. If your lights are badly adjusted other road users may not see you
  2. Badly adjusted lights may cause accidents
  3. Badly adjusted lights can dazzle other road users
  4. Badly adjusted lights can dazzle other road users and may cause accidents
Q18
Signs giving orders are usually: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Round
  2. Triangular
  3. Rectangular
  4. Blue
Q19
You are driving along the road when you notice this light on the instrument panel is on. What can it mean?
[Mark 2 Answers]
light? a.The brake pads may be worn
b.The brake fluid is low
c.The petrol is low
d.The oil pressure is low
e.The fan belt has broken
Q20
You are at a railway crossing, there are two red lights flashing. What does this mean?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. You must stop
  2. Road closed find another route
  3. Give way and check the crossing is clear
  4. Stop and check if it is clear to proceed.
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