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2562 Before making a U - turn in the Select a higher gear than normal
CARS1.2 road you should always: Signal so that other drivers can slow down
Look over your shoulder for final confirmation
ALERTNESS
Give another signal as well as using your indicators
MARK 1 ANSWER

4212 As a driver what do you understand An area covered by your left hand mirror
CARS1.3 by the term 'Blind Spot'? An area not covered by your headlights
An area covered by your right hand mirror
ALERTNESS
An area not covered by your mirrors
MARK 1 ANSWER

4213 What does the abbreviation MSM Mirror signal manoeuvre

CARS1.7 mean? Manoeuvre speed mirror
Mirror speed manoeuvre
ALERTNESS
Manoeuvre signal mirror
MARK 1 ANSWER

4214 When following a large vehicle you It helps you to keep out of the wind
CARS1.9 should stay well back because It helps the large vehicle to stop more easily
It allows the driver to see you in the mirror
ALERTNESS
It allows you to corner more quickly
MARK 1 ANSWER

4215 In which of these following On a 50 kph road

CARS1.10 situations should you avoid In a one-way street
overtaking? Just after a bend
ALERTNESS
Approaching a dip in the road
MARK 1 ANSWER

4216 You should not use a mobile phone Because reception is poor when the engine is running
CARS1.12 whilst driving Unless you are able to drive one handed
Because it might distract your attention from the road ahead
ALERTNESS
Until you are satisfied that no other traffic is near
MARK 1 ANSWER

4217 Your vehicle is fitted with a hands- Could be very good for road safety
CARS1.13 free phone system. Using this Could distract your attention from the road
equipment whilst driving Is recommended by The Highway Code
ALERTNESS
Is quite safe as long as you slow down
MARK 1 ANSWER

4218 Using a hands-free phone is likely Reduce your view

CARS1.14 to Increase your concentration
Improve your safety
ALERTNESS
Divert your attention
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4219 Using a mobile phone while you Will affect your vehicle
CARS1.15 are driving Will reduce your field of vision
Could distract your attention from the road
ALERTNESS
Is acceptable in a vehicle with power steering
MARK 1 ANSWER

4220 You are driving along a narrow Quickly sounding the horn as you pass
CARS1.18 country road. When passing a Quickly leaving plenty of room
cyclist you should drive Slowly leaving plenty of room
ALERTNESS
Slowly sounding the horn as you pass
MARK 1 ANSWER

4221 To answer your mobile phone Slow down and allow others to overtake
CARS1.19 when driving you should: Stop in a proper and convenient place
Keep the call time to a minimum
ALERTNESS
Reduce your speed wherever you are
MARK 1 ANSWER

4222 Why should you be parked before Because the car electrics will be affected
CARS1.23 using a mobile phone? So that the control of your vehicle is not affected
So that a proper conversation can be held
ALERTNESS
Because the reception is better when stopped
MARK 1 ANSWER

4223 You are driving in the dark and are Slow down or stop
CARS1.24 dazzled by the headlights of an Pull down the sun visor
oncoming car.You should Flash your headlights
ALERTNESS
Close your eyes
MARK 1 ANSWER

4224 You are driving at dusk. Your lights So that others can see you
CARS1.25 should be switched on Even when street lights are lit
Only when street lights are lit
ALERTNESS
Only when others have done so
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4225 To overtake safely which one of Check the speed and position of following traffic
CARS1.26 the following applies? Steer round the vehicle sharply
Get in close behind before moving out
ALERTNESS
Cut back in sharply when you have passed the vehicle
MARK 1 ANSWER

4226 A pelican crossing that crosses the Two crossings during darkness
CARS2.1 road in a STRAIGHT line and has a One complete crossing
central traffic island MUST be Two separate crossings
ATTITUDE treated as: One crossing in daylight only
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4227 When at a pelican crossing the Give way to pedestrians already on the crossing
CARS2.2 amber light means you MUST Stop and wait for the red light
Give way to pedestrians waiting to cross
ATTITUDE
Stop and wait for the green lights
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4228 You are approaching a pelican Not move until the green light appears
CARS2.3 crossing. The amber light is Encourage pedestrians to cross
showing. You MUST: Keep on driving
ATTITUDE
Stop and wait for the red light even if the crossing is clear
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4229 You are approaching a zebra Wave at them to cross the road
CARS2.4 crossing. Pedestrians are waiting to Slow down and prepare to stop
cross. You should: Use your headlights to indicate they can cross
ATTITUDE
Give way to elderly and infirm only
MARK 1 ANSWER

4230 You have stopped at a pedestrian Wait until they have crossed
CARS2.5 (zebra) crossing to allow Signal to pedestrians to cross
pedestrians to cross. You should: Wait revving your engine
ATTITUDE
Edge your vehicle forward slowly
MARK 1 ANSWER

4231 You should never wave or urge There may be another vehicle coming
CARS2.6 people across at a pedestrian They may not be ready to cross
crossing because: It is safer for you to carry on
ATTITUDE
They may not be looking
MARK 1 ANSWER

4232 At a Pedestrian (zebra) crossing Wave pedestrians to cross if you intend to wait for them to
CARS2.7 you should: cross
Park only on the zigzag lines on the left
ATTITUDE Always leave it clear in traffic queues
MARK 1 ANSWER Rev your engine to encourage pedestrians to cross quickly

4233 You stopped for pedestrians Be patient and wait

CARS2.8 waiting to cross at a zebra crossing. Wave them to cross
They did not start to cross. What Drive on
ATTITUDE should you do? Sound your horn
MARK 1 ANSWER

4234 You may use the 'Two-Second Rule' When emerging on wet roads
CARS2.9 To keep a safe gap from the vehicle in front
Before using the 'Mirror - Signal - manoeuvre' routine
ATTITUDE
Before restarting the engine after it has stalled
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4235 When following another vehicle Drive with rear fog lights off
CARS2.12 whilst driving on the road you Reverse into a parking space
should not Follow vehicle too closely
ATTITUDE
Look through the rear view mirror
MARK 1 ANSWER

4236 Following this vehicle too closely is Your engine will overheat
CARS2.14 unwise because: Your view ahead is reduced
Your brakes will overheat
ATTITUDE
The driver cannot see you in his mirrors
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4237 You are following a vehicle on a Three seconds

CARS2.17 wet and slippery road. You should Two seconds
leave a time gap of at least One second
ATTITUDE
Four seconds
MARK 1 ANSWER

4238 You are in a line of traffic. The Move over to a position just left of the centre line of the road
CARS2.19 driver behind you is following very Slow down gradually increasing the gap between you and the
closely. What action should you vehicle in front
ATTITUDE take? Signal left and wave the following driver past
MARK 1 ANSWER Ignore the following driver and continue to drive within the
speed limit

4239 You are driving at the legal speed Maintain your speed to prevent the vehicle from overtaking
CARS2.20 limit. A vehicle comes up quickly Touch the brakes to show your brake lights
behind flashingits headlights. You Accelerate to make a gap behind you
ATTITUDE should: Allow the vehicle to overtake
MARK 1 ANSWER

4240 When are you permitted to exceed When the road is clear
CARS2.22 the maximum speed limit? At no time
When overtaking
ATTITUDE
Between midnight and 6 am
MARK 1 ANSWER

4241 A heavy lorry is taking a long time Change direction

CARS2.26 to overtake you. What should you Slow down
do? Hold your speed
ATTITUDE
Speed up
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4242 Which of the following cars will use Doctor on call
CARS2.30 blue flashing beacons? Police patrol
Ambulance
ATTITUDE
Breakdown recovery
MARK 2 ANSWERS Motorway maintenance

4243 When being followed by an Pull over as soon as safely possible to let it pass
CARS2.31 ambulance showing a flashing blue Brake harshly and immediately stop in the road
light you should: Maintain your speed and course
ATTITUDE
Accelerate fast to get away from it
MARK 1 ANSWER

4244 A bus has stopped at a bus stop Slow down and then sound your horn
CARS2.32 ahead of you. Its right-hand Slow down and give way if it is safe to do so
indicator is flashing. You should Sound your horn and keep going
ATTITUDE
Flash your headlights and slow down
MARK 1 ANSWER

4245 You should ONLY flash your To tell them that you have right of way
CARS2.33 headlights to other roads users: To show that you are about to reverse
To show that you are giving way
ATTITUDE
To let them know that you are there
MARK 1 ANSWER

4246 Why should you use your horn? To alert others of your presence
CARS2.34 To signal your annoyance
To greet other road users
ATTITUDE
To allow you right of way
MARK 1 ANSWER

4247 You are in a one-way street and Just left of the centre line
CARS2.36 want to turn right. You should In either lane depending on the traffic
place yourself In the left-hand lane
ATTITUDE
As close as you safely can to the right hand side of the street
MARK 1 ANSWER

4248 You wish to turn right ahead. Why To allow drivers to pass you on the right
CARS2.37 should you take up the proper To give a better view into the road that you're joining
position in goodtime? To help other road users know what you intend to do
ATTITUDE
To allow other drivers to pull out in front of you
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4249 When should you give signals? After checking it is safe to do so, before changing course or
CARS2.41 direction, turning to the left or right, stopping or moving
Only when joining a dual carriageway from a slip road so you
ATTITUDE don't have to give way.
MARK 2 ANSWERS At all times in order to alert other road users including
pedestrians of your intended actions.
In traffic only during the hours of darkness or in bad weather.
To give you priority over other traffic when changing lanes or
before pulling out.

4250 Which of these fluids, if allowed to Radiator coolant level

CARS3.1 get low, is dangerous? Brake fluid level
Battery water level
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Antifreeze level

MARK 1 ANSWER

4251 Which TWO are adversely affected Steering

CARS3.4 if the tyres are under-inflated? Braking
Parking
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Changing gear

MARK 2 ANSWERS

4252 It is important that tyre pressure is When tyres are hot

CARS3.7 regularly checked. When should After driving at high speed
this be done? After any lengthy journey
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
When tyres are cold

MARK 1 ANSWER

4253 It is very important that tyre Every time the vehicle has an VRT test
CARS3.8 pressures are correct. They should Once a week
be checked at least: Once a month
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Every time the vehicle is serviced

MARK 1 ANSWER

4254 Driving with under-inflated (low) Oil pressure

CARS3.9 tyres can affect: Braking
Fuel consumption
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Engine temperatures

MARK 2 ANSWERS

4255 When MUST you use dipped lights When parking

CARS3.18 during the day? Along narrow streets
In poor visibility
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
All the time

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4256 How can you as a vehicle driver By servicing your vehicle properly
CARS3.23 help the environment? By gentle acceleration
By harsh acceleration
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
By driving faster
By reducing your speed
MARK 3 ANSWERS
By using leaded fuel

4257 Motor vehicles can harm the Using up natural resources

CARS3.27 environment resulting in: Damage to buildings
Less use of electric vehicles
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Improved public transport
Reduced health risks
MARK 3 ANSWERS
Air pollution

4258 To reduce the damage your vehicle Use busy routes

CARS3.28 causes to the environment you Plan well ahead
should: Brake in good time
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Avoid harsh acceleration
Use narrow side streets
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4259 You will help your environment if Accelerate and brake sharply
CARS3.29 you: Drive continually using full choke
Reduce the tyre pressure
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Walk or cycle when you can

MARK 1 ANSWER

4260 Empty the boot of unnecessary weight

CARS3.30 To help the environment you Use your vehicle for very short journeys
should NOT: Walk cycle or use public transport
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Remove your roof rack when unloaded

MARK 1 ANSWER

4261 Excessive or uneven wear on the The exhaust system

CARS3.31 tyres can be caused by faults in: The suspension
The accelerator
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
The gearbox
Wheel alignment
MARK 3 ANSWERS
The braking system

4262 Which of the following will reduce Planning well ahead

CARS3.33 fuel consumption? Reducing your road speed
Rapid acceleration
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Short journeys with a cold engine
Driving in lower gears
MARK 2 ANSWERS
Late and harsh braking

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4263 You should NOT sound your horn: Between 11.30 pm and 7 am in a built-up area
CARS3.38 At any time in a built-up area
Between 10 pm and 6 am in a built-up area
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Between 11.00 pm and 6 am in a built-up area

MARK 1 ANSWER

4264 In some residential roads you will 80 kph

CARS3.45 find a speed limit of: 60 kph
35 kph
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
50 kph

MARK 1 ANSWER

4265 Road humps, chicanes and At toll-bridge approaches only

CARS3.46 narrowing are: Used to increase traffic speed
Always at major road works
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Traffic calming measures

MARK 1 ANSWER

4266 You enter a road where there are Maintain a reduced speed throughout
CARS3.47 road humps. You should: Drive slowly at school times only
Always keep to the maximum legal speed
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Accelerate quickly between each one

MARK 1 ANSWER

4267 If you are on a good dry road 96 metres (315 feet)

CARS4.5 surface and your vehicle has good 53 metres (174 feet)
brakes and tyres. What is the 36 metres (118 feet)
SAFETY MARGINS overall stopping distance at 48 23 metres (75 feet)
MARK 1 ANSWER kph?

4268 Braking hard at a high speed on a Corner safely

CARS4.6 sharp bend can make your vehicle: Unstable
Stall
SAFETY MARGINS
More stable
MARK 1 ANSWER

4269 When driving in fog which of the Use side lights only
CARS4.7 following measures are correct? Use dipped headlights Text
Keep close to the car in front
SAFETY MARGINS
Slow down
MARK 3 ANSWERS Use headlights on full beam
Allow more time for your journey

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 Keep a safe distance from the car in front
4270 The 'two-second rule' allows you Check your mirrors
CARS4.10 to: Check your blind spot
Keep the correct distance from the kerb
SAFETY MARGINS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4271 Your overall stopping distance will In the rain

CARS4.11 be longer when driving: In strong winds
At night
SAFETY MARGINS
In fog
MARK 1 ANSWER

4272 You are driving in heavy rain. Your Brake firmly to reduce speed
CARS4.14 steering suddenly becomes very Apply gentle acceleration
light. You should: Steer towards the side of the road
SAFETY MARGINS
Ease off the accelerator
MARK 1 ANSWER

4273 The MAIN cause of skidding is: The road

CARS4.16 The driver
The vehicle
SAFETY MARGINS
The weather
MARK 1 ANSWER

4274 If you are at a junction with limited Be ready to move off quickly
CARS4.20 visibility you should: Creep forward looking to the left
Creep forward looking to the right
SAFETY MARGINS
Creep forward looking both ways
MARK 1 ANSWER

4275 In very hot weather the road The windscreen

CARS4.21 surface can get soft. Which TWO of The steering
the following will be affected The suspension
SAFETY MARGINS most? The braking
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4276 Your indicators may be difficult to Turn as quickly as you can

CARS4.22 see in bright sunlight. What should Give an arm signal as well as using your indicator
you do? Touch the brake several times to show the stop lamp(s)
SAFETY MARGINS
Use the indicator earlier
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4277 How can you use the engine of By selecting neutral gear
CARS4.25 your vehicle as a brake? By changing to a higher gear
By selecting reverse gear
SAFETY MARGINS
By changing to a lower gear
MARK 1 ANSWER

4278 You are driving in a built-up top and check both pavements
CARS4.27 residential area. You are Wait for any pedestrians to cross
approaching road humps. You Slow your vehicle right down
SAFETY MARGINS should: Move across to the left-hand side of the road
MARK 1 ANSWER

4279 When approaching a right-hand To be positioned safely if the vehicle skids

CARS4.28 bend you should keep well to the To let faster traffic from behind overtake
left. Why is this? To overcome the effect of the road's slope
SAFETY MARGINS
To improve your view of the road
MARK 1 ANSWER

4280 You are approaching a right-hand Keep well to the right to make the bend less sharp
CARS4.29 bend. You should: Keep well to the left for a better view around the bend
Keep well to the right to avoid anything in the gutter
SAFETY MARGINS
Keep well to the left as it makes the bend faster
MARK 1 ANSWER

4281 You should not overtake when: Driving up a long hill

CARS4.30 In a one-way street
The view ahead is blocked
SAFETY MARGINS
Approaching a junction
MARK 3 ANSWERS Intending to turn left shortly afterwards

4282 A driver can only read a number All the time when driving
CARS5.3 plate at the required distance with Only in poor visibility
glasses on. The glasses should be Only when reversing
HAZARD worn: Only when driving long distances
AWARENESS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4283 You are about to drive home. You Drive home at night
CARS5.4 cannot find the glasses you need to Borrow a friend's glasses and drive home
wear when driving. You should: Drive home slowly keeping to quite roads
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Find a way of getting home without driving

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4284 You MUST wear glasses or contact There is an eyesight problem in your family
CARS5.5 lenses when driving on public roads You cannot read a vehicle number plate from a distance of 36
if: meters (120 feet) without them
HAZARD You are the holder of an orange badge
AWARENESS
You cannot read a vehicle number plate from distance of 20.5
MARK 1 ANSWER meters (67 feet) without them

4285 Which THREE result from drinking Less control

CARS5.6 alcohol and driving? Poor judgment of speed
Greater awareness of danger
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Faster reactions
A false sense of confidence
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4286 Which THREE of these are likely Poor judgment

CARS5.7 effects of drinking alcohol on Increased confidence
driving? Colour blindness
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Faster reactions
Increase concentration
MARK 3 ANSWERS
Reduce co-ordination

4287 Drinking any amount of alcohol is Give a false sense of confidence

CARS5.8 likely to: Improve your awareness of danger
Increase the speed of your reactions
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Worsen your judgment of speed
Slow down your reactions to hazards
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4288 You are invited to a pub lunch. You Eat a hot meal with your alcohol drinks
CARS5.9 know that you will have to drive in Have some milk before drinking alcohol
the evening. What is your best Avoid mixing your alcoholic drinks
HAZARD course of action? Not drink any alcohol at all
AWARENESS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4289 What else can seriously affect your Loud music

CARS5.10 concentration when driving other Tiredness
than alcoholic drinks? Contact lenses
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Tinted windows
Drugs
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4290 How does alcohol affect your It improves your co-ordination

CARS5.11 driving? It increases your awareness
It speeds up your reactions
HAZARD
AWARENESS
It reduces your concentration

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4291 After drinking alcohol heavily you Your concentration may still be badly affected
CARS5.12 should not drive the following day. You may still be over the legal limit
Why is this? You will be well under the legal limit
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Your concentration will not be badly affected

MARK 2 ANSWERS

4292 What advice should you give to a Wait a short while and then drive home
CARS5.13 driver who has had a few alcoholic Drive home carefully and slowly
drinks at a party? Go home by public transport
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Have a strong cup of coffee and then drive home

MARK 1 ANSWER

4293 You go to a social event and need Drink plenty of milk before drinking alcohol
CARS5.14 to drive a short time after. What Drink plenty of coffee after drinking alcohol
precautions should you take? Avoid drinking alcohol completely
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Avoid drinking alcohol on an empty stomach

MARK 1 ANSWER

4294 It is eight hours since you last had You will have no alcohol in your system
CARS5.15 an alcoholic drink. Which TWO of You will certainly be under the legal limit
the following applies? You may still be unfit to drive
HAZARD
AWARENESS
You may still be over the legal limit

MARK 2 ANSWERS

4295 Your doctor has given you a course The medicine you take may affect your hearing
CARS5.16 of medicine. Why should you ask if You will have to let your insurance company know about the
it is OK to drive? medicine
HAZARD Some types of medicine can cause your reactions to slow
AWARENESS
down
MARK 1 ANSWER Drugs make you a better driver by quickening your reactions

4296 You have been taking medicine for If someone goes with you
CARS5.17 a few days which made you feel At night on quiet roads
drowsy. Today you feel better but If driving is really necessary
HAZARD still need to take the medicine. You After checking with your doctor
AWARENESS
should only drive:
MARK 1 ANSWER

4297 You become ill. A doctor prescribes Never drive at more than 30 kph
CARS5.18 drugs which are likely to affect Drive only if someone is with you
your driving. You should: Not drive yourself
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Aviod busy roads

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4298 During periods of illness your Take all your medicines with you when you drive
CARS5.19 ability to drive may be impaired. Only take smaller doses of any medicines
You MUST: Not drive after taking certain medicines
HAZARD
AWARENESS
See your doctor each time before you drive
Be medically fit to drive
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4300 You are taking drugs that are likely Seek medical advice before driving
CARS5.21 to affect your driving. What should Drive only for short distances
you do? Only drive if accompanied by a full licence-holder
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Limit your driving to essential journeys

MARK 1 ANSWER

4301 If you are feeling tired it is best to Keep changing speed to improve concentration
CARS5.22 stop as soon as you can. Until then Gently tap the steering wheel
you should: Increase your speed to find a stopping place quickly
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Ensure a supply of fresh air

MARK 1 ANSWER

4302 Your reaction will be much slower In rain

CARS5.23 when driving: Too quickly
In fog
HAZARD
AWARENESS
If tired

MARK 1 ANSWER

4303 Which THREE are likely to make Using a mobile phone

CARS5.24 you lose concentration while Looking in your wing mirror
driving? Using your windscreen washers
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Listening to loud music
Looking at road maps
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4304 A driver pulls out of a side road in Ignore the error and stay calm
CARS5.26 front of you. You have to brake Overtake as soon as possible
hard. You should Sound your horn to show your annoyance
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Flash your lights to show your annoyance

MARK 1 ANSWER

4305 A car driver pulls out causing you Keep calm and not retaliate
CARS5.27 to brake. You should: Flag the driver down and explain the mistake
Drive close behind and sound your horn
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Overtake and sound your horn

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4306 Another driver does something Sound your horn
CARS5.28 that upsets you. You should: Flash your headlights several times
Let them know how you feel
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Try not to react

MARK 1 ANSWER

4307 An elderly person's driving ability Give signals correctly

CARS5.29 could be affected because they Understand road signs
may be unable to: React very quickly
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Obtain car insurance

MARK 1 ANSWER

4308 You take the wrong route and find Turn around and drive against the one-way
CARS5.30 you are well into a one-way street. Reverse out of the road
You should: Continue to the end of the one-way street
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Reverse into a driveway

MARK 1 ANSWER

4309 What is the maximum permissible Breath alcohol level of 20 mg/100ml or blood alcohol level of
CARS5.31 alcohol level above which a driver 60mm/100ml.
must not drive? Breath alcohol level of 35 mg/100ml or blood alcohol level of
HAZARD 80mg/100ml.
AWARENESS
Breath alcohol level of 45 mg/100ml or blood alcohol level of
MARK 1 ANSWER 90mm/100ml.
Breath alcohol level of 25 mg/100ml or blood alcohol level of
70mg/100ml.

4310 You are driving on a quiet country Horse riders

CARS6.1 road. What should you expect to Bicycles
see coming towards you on YOUR Pedestrians
VULNERABLE ROAD side of the road? Motorcycles
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4311
CARS6.2 Which sign means that there may
be people walking along the road?
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4312 You are turning left into a side road Switch on your hazard lights
CARS6.4 and find pedestrians that are Sound your horn
crossing. You must: Wave them on
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Wait for them to cross

MARK 1 ANSWER

4313 You are turning left at a junction. Blow your horn and proceed
CARS6.5 Pedestrians have suddenly started Stop and wave at them to cross
to cross the road. You should: Go on giving them plenty of room
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Give way to them

MARK 1 ANSWER

4314 You want to emerge from a Stop get out and look along the main road to check
CARS6.10 junction but your view is partly Sound your horn and pull out if there is no reply
restricted by parked vehicles. What Move out quickly but be prepared to stop
VULNERABLE ROAD should you do? Stop then move slowly forward until you have a clear view
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4315 You are at the front of a queue of To check for emerging traffic
CARS6.11 traffic waiting to turn right into a To check for overtaking vehicles
side road. Why is it important to To make sure the side road is clear
VULNERABLE ROAD check your right mirror just before To look for pedestrians about to cross
USERS
turning?
MARK 1 ANSWER

4316 What should a driver do at a Move off

CARS6.13 pelican crossing when the red and Always wait for the green light before proceeding
amber lights are on? Give way to any pedestrians on the crossing
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Signal the pedestrian to cross

MARK 1 ANSWER

4317 You have stopped at a pelican Drive in front of the person

CARS6.14 crossing. A disabled person is Edge forward slowly
crossing slowly in front of you.The Allow the person to cross
VULNERABLE ROAD lights have now changed to green. Sound your horn
USERS
You should: Be patient
MARK 2 ANSWERS
Drive behind the person

4318 As you approach a pelican crossing Flash your lights in case they have not heard you
CARS6.15 the lights change to green but Rev your engine to make them hurry
elderly people are halfway across. Wave them to cross as quickly as they can
VULNERABLE ROAD You should: Wait because they will take longer to cross
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4319 Look at this picture. What is the The car on the left may move off
CARS6.16 danger you should be most aware The driver of the ice cream van may get out
of? The ice cream van may move off
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
The child may run out into the road

MARK 1 ANSWER

4320 You are driving past parked cars. Brake sharply and flash your headlights
CARS6.17 You notice a wheel of a bicycle Slow down and wave the cyclist across
sticking out between them. What Accelerate past quickly and sound your horn
VULNERABLE ROAD should you do? Slow down and be prepared to stop for a cyclist
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4321 You are driving past a lane of Stop and wave the children across to fetch their ball
CARS6.18 parked cars and you notice a ball Continue driving at the same speed and flash your headlights
bouncing out into the road ahead. Slow down and be prepared to stop for children
VULNERABLE ROAD What should you do? Continue driving at the same speed and sound your horn
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4322 If you are following a car driven by Stay close behind and drive carefully
CARS6.19 an elderly driver you should: Flash your lights and overtake
Be aware that the driver's reactions may not be as fast as
VULNERABLE ROAD yours
USERS
Expect the driver to drive badly
MARK 1 ANSWER

4323 Which sign tells you that

CARS6.20 pedestrians may be walking in the
road as there is no pavement?
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4324 Which sign means there maybe

CARS6.21 elderly pedestrians likely to cross
the road?
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4325 If you see a pedestrian carrying a Elderly
CARS6.22 white stick, this shows that the Deaf
person is: Disabled
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Blind

MARK 1 ANSWER

4326 You are driving towards a Wave to the person to wait

CARS6.23 pedestrian (zebra) crossing. Wave to the person to cross
Waiting to cross is a person in a Continue on your way
VULNERABLE ROAD wheelchair. You should: Be prepared to stop
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4327 What action should you take when Tap the horn in case they are hard of hearing
CARS6.24 elderly people are crossing the Be patient and allow them to cross in their own time
road? Rev the engine to let them know that you are waiting
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Wave them across so they know that you have seen them

MARK 1 ANSWER

4328 You should NEVER attempt to Just before you turn left
CARS6.27 overtake a cyclist: On a dual carriageway
On a one-way street
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Just before you turn right

MARK 1 ANSWER

4329 If you are driving behind a cyclist Go around the cyclist on the junction
CARS6.28 and you wish to turn left just Pull alongside the cyclist and stay level until after the junction
ahead. You should: Hold back until the cyclist has passed the junction
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Overtake the cyclist before the junction

MARK 1 ANSWER

4330 You are coming up to a roundabout Signal the cyclist to move across
CARS6.29 and a cyclist is signaling to turn Give a horn warning
right. What should you do: Overtake on the right
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Give the cyclist plenty of room

MARK 1 ANSWER

4331 You are driving behind three Straight ahead

CARS6.30 cyclists. They approach a Right
roundabout in the left-hand lane. Any direction
VULNERABLE ROAD In which direction should you Left
USERS
expect the cyclists to go?
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4332 You are approaching a roundabout The cyclist thinks The highway Code does not apply to
CARS6.31 and see a cyclist signal right. Why is bicycles
the cyclist keeping to the left? The cyclist is going to turn left instead
VULNERABLE ROAD It is quicker route for cyclist
USERS
The cyclist is slower and more vulnerable
MARK 1 ANSWER

4333 When you are overtaking a cyclist The cyclist might have to make a right turn
CARS6.32 in the road you should leave as The cyclist might get off the bike
much room as you would give to a The cyclist might change lanes
VULNERABLE ROAD car. What is the main reason for The cyclist might swerve
USERS
this?
MARK 1 ANSWER

4334 Where should you take particular On one-way streets

CARS6.38 care to look out for motorcyclists At junctions
and cyclists? At zebra crossings
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
On dual carriageways

MARK 1 ANSWER

4335 In daylight an approaching So that the rider can be seen more easily
CARS6.39 motorcyclist is using a dipped The rider is inviting you to proceed
headlight. Why? To improve the rider's vision
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
To stop the battery overcharging

MARK 1 ANSWER

4336 You are driving behind a moped or Sound your horn as a warning and pull in front of the moped
CARS6.42 a small motorcycle. You want to Pull alongside the moped and stay level until just before the
turn left just ahead. You should: junction
VULNERABLE ROAD Overtake the moped before the junction
USERS
Stay behind until the moped has passed the junction
MARK 1 ANSWER

4337 At road junctions which THREE of Motorcyclists

CARS6.44 the following are most vulnerable? Cyclists
Lorry drivers
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Car drivers
Pedestrians
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4338 When emerging from a side road Motorcycles

CARS6.45 into a queue of traffic which road Cars
users can be difficult to see? Milk floats
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Tractors

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4339 You want to turn right from a main Stop and set the handbrake
CARS6.46 road into a side road. Just before Select first gear
you turn you should: Check for traffic overtaking on your right
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Cancel your right-turn signal

MARK 1 ANSWER

4340 You are driving and ahead of you Slow moving

CARS6.48 there is a vehicle with a flashing A school crossing patrol
amber beacon.This means it is: A doctor's car
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Broken down

MARK 1 ANSWER

4341 An injured motorcyclist is lying Remove the leather jacket

CARS6.50 unconscious in the road. You Move the person off the road
should: Remove the safety helmet
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Seek medical assistance

MARK 1 ANSWER

4342 You are driving in town. There is a The bus may remain stationary
CARS6.51 bus at the bus stop on the other The bus may move off suddenly
side of the road. Why should you The bus may have broken down
VULNERABLE ROAD be careful? Pedestrians may come from behind the bus
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4343 How should you overtake horse Use your horn just once to warn them
CARS6.52 riders? Speed is not important but allow plenty of room
Drive along their side and overtake as soon as possible
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Drive slowly and leave plenty of room

MARK 1 ANSWER

4344 You notice horse riders ahead of Signal right

CARS6.53 you. What should you do FIRST? Be prepared to slow down
Accelerate around them
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Pull out to the middle of the road

MARK 1 ANSWER

4345 You are driving on a narrow On left-hand bends

CARS6.54 country road. Where would you On right-hand bends
find it most difficult to see horses When uphill
VULNERABLE ROAD and riders ahead of you? When downhill
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4346 A horse rider is in the left-hand Go ahead
CARS6.55 lane approaching a roundabout. Turn left
The driver behind should expect Turn right
VULNERABLE ROAD the rider to: Go in any direction
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4347 You are approaching a roundabout. Sound your horn as a warning

CARS6.56 There are horses just ahead of you. Give them plenty of room
You should: Accelerate past as quickly as possible
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Treat them like any other vehicle
Be prepared to stop
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4348 You see a group of horse riders as Cut in front of them

CARS6.57 you approach a roundabout. They Keep close of them
are signalling to go right but Proceed as normal
VULNERABLE ROAD keeping well to the left. You Stay well back
USERS
should:
MARK 1 ANSWER

4349 What is the MOST common cause Mechanical failure

CARS6.58 of road accidents? Driver error
Road conditions
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Weather conditions

MARK 1 ANSWER

4350 Which age group is most likely to 46 to 55-year-old

CARS6.60 be involved in traffic accidents? 55-year-olds and over
36 to 45-year-old
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
18 to 25-year-old

MARK 1 ANSWER

4351 You are following a learner driver Be patient as you expect them to make mistakes
CARS6.61 who stalls at a junction. What Immediately steer around them and drive on
should you do? Start to rev your engine if they take too long to restart
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Drive up close behind and flash your headlights

MARK 1 ANSWER

4352 You are waiting to emerge left The large vehicle can easily hide vehicles from the left
CARS7.4 from a minor road. A large vehicle The large vehicle is difficult to steer in a straight line
is approaching from the right. You The large vehicle can turn suddenly
OTHER TYPE OF have time to turn, but you should The large vehicle can easily hide an overtaking vehicle
VEHICLES
wait. Why?
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4353 You are driving behind a large Overtake quickly before the lorry moves out
CARS7.5 articulated vehicle (trailer). It is Pass on the left as the vehicle moves out
going to turn left into a narrow Be prepared to stop behind it
OTHER TYPE OF road. What action should you take? Move out and overtake on the offside
VEHICLES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4354 You are driving behind a long Overtake as it starts to slow down
CARS7.6 vehicle. It approaches a crossroads Stay well back and give it room
and signals left, but moves out to Assume the signal is wrong and it is really turning right
OTHER TYPE OF the right. You should: Get closer in order to pass it quickly
VEHICLES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4355 You are driving behind a long Overtake on the right-hand side
CARS7.7 vehicle approaching a crossroad. Wait behind the long vehicle
The driver signals right but moves Report the driver to the police
OTHER TYPE OF close to the left-hand kerb. What Warn the driver of the wrong signal
VEHICLES
should you do?
MARK 1 ANSWER

4356 You are approaching a small Follow the same course as the lorry
CARS7.8 roundabout. The long vehicle in Overtake on the left
front is signaling left but is Sound your horn
OTHER TYPE OF positioned over to the right. You Keep well back
VEHICLES
should:
MARK 1 ANSWER

4357 You keep well back while waiting to Start to overtake

CARS7.9 overtake a large lorry. Another car Drop back further
fills the gap. You should: Flash your headlights
OTHER TYPE OF
VEHICLES
Sound your horn

MARK 1 ANSWER

4358 Before overtaking a large vehicle or To offer other drivers a safe gap if they want to overtake you
CARS7.10 lorry you should keep well back. To get the best view of the road ahead
Why is this? To leave a gap in case it stops and rolls back
OTHER TYPE OF
VEHICLES
To give acceleration space to overtake quickly on blind bends

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4359 You wish to overtake a long, slow Stay behind until the driver waves you past
CARS7.11 moving vehicle or lorry on a busy Flash your headlights for the oncoming traffic to give way
road with oncoming traffic. You Follow it closely and keep moving out to see the road ahead
OTHER TYPE OF should: Keep well back until you can see that it is clear
VEHICLES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4360 You are driving downhill. There is a Pull over on the right behind the parked car
CARS7.12 car parked on the other side of the Slow down and give way
road partly blocking the road. Speed up and get past quickly
OTHER TYPE OF Large, slow lorries are coming Keep going because you have the right of way
VEHICLES
towards you. You should:
MARK 1 ANSWER

4361 When about to overtake a long Flash your lights and wait for the driver to signal when it is
CARS7.13 vehicle or lorry you should: safe
Stay well back from the lorry to obtain a better view
OTHER TYPE OF Drive close to the lorry in order to pass more quickly
VEHICLES
Sound the horn to warn the driver that you are there
MARK 1 ANSWER

4362 You are traveling behind a bus that Be ready to give way to the bus
CARS7.15 suddenly pulls up at a bus stop. Pull in closely behind the bus
What should you do? Watch carefully for pedestrians
OTHER TYPE OF
VEHICLES
Accelerate past the bus sounding your horn

MARK 2 ANSWERS

4363 You are driving in a city. Ahead of Be prepared to give way if the bus suddenly moves off
CARS7.16 you a bus is at a bus stop. Which Continue at the same speed but sound your horn as warning
TWO of the following should you Watch carefully for the sudden appearance of pedestrians
OTHER TYPE OF do? Pass the bus as quickly as you possibly can
VEHICLES

MARK 2 ANSWERS

4364 When you approach a bus that is Signal left and wave the bus on
CARS7.17 about to move off from a bus stop Allow it to pull away, if it is safe to do so
you should: Flash your headlights as you approach
OTHER TYPE OF
VEHICLES
Get past before it moves

MARK 1 ANSWER

4365 What is the effect of not keeping to When stationary vehicles are too close in a queue
CARS7.19 the two second rule 'tailgating' When a vehicle is with its back doors open
when driving on a dry and good When a vehicle delivering goods has its tailgate down
OTHER TYPE OF road surface? When a driver is following another vehicle too closely
VEHICLES

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4366 You are following a large lorry on a Drop back until you can see better
CARS7.20 wet road. Spray makes it difficult to Speed up and overtake quickly
see. You should: Keep close to the lorry away from the spray
OTHER TYPE OF
VEHICLES
Put your headlights on full beam

MARK 1 ANSWER

4367 You are driving on a dual- Your sidelights

CARS7.21 carriageway with surface spray. Your dipped headlights
You should use: Your rear fog lights
OTHER TYPE OF
VEHICLES
Your hazard flashers

MARK 1 ANSWER

4368 What are TWO main reasons why It damages the engine
CARS8.1 coasting downhill is dangerous or You have less braking and steering control
wrong? It puts more wear and tear on the tyres
VEHICLE
HANDLING
The vehicle will pick up speed
Fuel consumption will be higher
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4369 Why is coasting wrong or The engine will run faster

CARS8.3 dangerous? It will make the engine stall
It will cause the car to skid
VEHICLE
HANDLING
There is no engine braking

MARK 1 ANSWER

4370 Hills can affect the performance of The engine will work harder
CARS8.4 your vehicle. Which TWO apply The steering will feel heavier
when driving up steep hills? You will slow down sooner
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Higher gears will pull better
Overtaking will be easier
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4371 You are approaching a bend at a After changing gears

CARS8.5 high speed. You should begin to Before the bend
brake. After the bend
VEHICLE
HANDLING
On the bend

MARK 1 ANSWER

4372 You are following a vehicle at a safe Stay close to the other vehicle until it moves on
CARS8.6 distance on a wet and slippery Try to overtake safely as soon as you can
road. Another driver overtakes you Drop back to regain a safe distance
VEHICLE and pulls into the gap you have Flash your headlights as a warning
HANDLING
left. What should you do?
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4373 In which THREE of these situations When the vehicle in front is to turn right
CARS8.8 may you overtake another vehicle When a slower vehicle is in the right-hand lane of a dual
on the inside, or the left? carriageway
VEHICLE When you are in a one-way street
HANDLING
In slow-moving traffic queues when traffic in the right-hand
MARK 3 ANSWERS lane is moving more slowly

4374 Which THREE of the following will The street lighting

CARS8.9 affect your stopping distance? The weather
The time of day
VEHICLE
HANDLING
The tyres on your vehicle
How fast you are going
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4375 You are in a very heavy downpour. Doubled

CARS8.10 Your overall stopping distance is No different
likely to be: Up to ten times greater
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Halved

MARK 1 ANSWER

4376 You have to make a journey in Keep two seconds behind other vehicles
CARS8.15 foggy conditions. You should: Never use demisters and windscreens wipers.
Leave plenty of time for your journey
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Follow closely other vehicle's tail lights

MARK 1 ANSWER

4377 You are following other vehicles in Keep together with the faster vehicles
CARS8.22 fog with your lights on. How else Use your main beam instead of dipped headlights
can you reduce the chances of Keep close to the vehicle in front
VEHICLE being involved in an accident? Reduce your speed and increase the gap
HANDLING

MARK 1 ANSWER

4378 Why should you always reduce Because the engine's colder
CARS8.23 your speed when driving in fog? Because you could be dazzled by other people's fog lights
Because the brakes do not work as well
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Because it is more difficult to see events ahead

MARK 1 ANSWER

4379 You are driving in fog. Why should In case its brake lights dazzle you
CARS8.24 you keep well back from the In case its fog lights dazzle you
vehicle in front? In case it stops suddenly
VEHICLE
HANDLING
In case it changes direction suddenly

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4380 Using rear fog lights in clear Be useful when towing a trailer
CARS8.25 daylight or tunnels will: Make following drivers keep back
Dazzle others drivers
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Give extra protection

MARK 1 ANSWER

4381 Which TWO of the following are Wait until a bend so that you can see the oncoming
CARS8.30 correct? When overtaking at night headlights
you should: Put headlights on full beam
VEHICLE Beware of the bends in the road ahead
HANDLING
Sound your horn twice before moving out
MARK 2 ANSWERS Be careful because you can see less

4382 You are overtaking a car at night. Your rear fog lights are switched on
CARS8.31 You must be sure that: You have switched your lights to full beam before overtaking
You flash your headlamps before overtaking
VEHICLE
HANDLING
You do not dazzle other road users

MARK 1 ANSWER

4383 At night you are dazzled by Put your hand over your eyes
CARS8.32 headlights of vehicles coming Slow down or stop
towards you. You should: Switch on your main beam headlights
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Pull down your sun visor

MARK 1 ANSWER

4384 You are dazzled by headlights of Slow down or stop

CARS8.33 oncoming vehicles when driving at Flash your lights
night. What should you do? Drive faster past the oncoming car
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Brake hard

MARK 1 ANSWER

4385 You are on a narrow road at night. Signal right and sound your horn
CARS8.34 A slower-moving vehicle ahead has Flash your headlights before overtaking
been signalling right for some time. Overtake on the left
VEHICLE What should you do? Wait for the signal to be cancelled before overtaking
HANDLING

MARK 1 ANSWER

4386 Which TWO are correct? The To pull into if the car behind wants to overtake
CARS8.35 passing places on a narrow single- To turn the car around in if you are lost
track road are: For stopping and checking your route
VEHICLE
HANDLING
To pull into if an oncoming vehicle wants to proceed
For taking a rest from driving
MARK 2 ANSWERS

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4387 You see a vehicle coming towards Put on your hazard warning lights
CARS8.36 you on a narrow single-track road. Do an emergency stop
You should: Stop at a passing place
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Reverse back to the main road

MARK 1 ANSWER

4388 As soon as you join a dual Position your vehicle in the centre lane
CARS9.1 carriageway you should normally: Readjust your mirrors
Try to overtake
DUAL
CARRIAGEWAY
Keep in the left lane
RULES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4389 When joining a dual carriageway Come to a stop before joining the dual carriageway
CARS9.2 you must always: Stop at the end of the acceleration lane
Use the hard shoulder
DUAL
CARRIAGEWAY
Give way to traffic already on the dual carriageway
RULES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4390 A fundamental rule when driving Try to keep above 50 kph to prevent congestion
CARS9.3 on a dual carriageway is: Keep to the left lane unless overtaking
Overtake on the side that is clearest
DUAL
CARRIAGEWAY
Use the lane that has least traffic
RULES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4391 You are driving on a dual There is a police speed check up ahead
CARS9.4 carriageway and the car ahead The other car is going to change lanes
shows its hazard lights for a short Traffic ahead is slowing or stopping suddenly
DUAL time. This tells you that: The driver wants you to overtake
CARRIAGEWAY
RULES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4392 You are driving on a dual Switch on your hazard lights

CARS9.5 carriageway. You have to slow Flash your headlights
down quickly due to a hazard. You Sound your horn
DUAL should: Switch on your headlights
CARRIAGEWAY
RULES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4393 Which vehicles are normally fitted Coastguard

CARS9.6 with amber flashing beacons on Maintenance vehicles
the roof? Blood transfusion team
DUAL
CARRIAGEWAY
Breakdown recovery vehicles
RULES Doctor's car
MARK 2 ANSWERS

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4394 What should you use the hard Stopping in an emergency
CARS9.7 shoulder of a multi-lane- Joining the dual-carriageway
carriageway for? Stopping when you are tired
DUAL
CARRIAGEWAY
Leaving the dual-carriageway
RULES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4395 After a breakdown you need to Wait on the hard shoulder until someone flashes their
CARS9.8 rejoin the main carriageway of a headlights at you
multi-lane-carriageway from the Move out onto the carriageway using your hazard lights
DUAL hard shoulder. You should: Gain speed on the hard shoulder before moving out onto the
CARRIAGEWAY
RULES carriageway
Move out onto the carriageway then build up your speed
MARK 1 ANSWER

4396 The minimum safe time gap to Three seconds

CARS9.9 keep between you and the vehicle One second
in front in good conditions is at Four seconds
DUAL least: Two seconds
CARRIAGEWAY
RULES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4397 You are intending to leave the In any lane

CARS9.10 multi-lane-carriageway at the next In the left-hand lane
exit. Before you reach the exit you On the hard shoulder
DUAL should normally position your In the middle lane
CARRIAGEWAY
RULES vehicle:

MARK 1 ANSWER

4398 You are driving on a multi-lane- Make a U-turn at the next gap in the central reservation
CARS9.11 carriageway. By mistake, you go Carry on to the next exit
past the exit that you wanted to Carefully reverse in the left-hand lane
DUAL take. You should: Carefully reverse on the hard shoulder
CARRIAGEWAY
RULES

MARK 1 ANSWER

4399 You may drive over a footpath: If no pedestrians are near

CARS10.1 When the pavement is very wide
To overtake slow-moving traffic
RULES OF THE
ROAD
To gain lawful access into a property

MARK 1 ANSWER

4400 What is the national speed limit 100kph

CARS10.3 outside built up areas unless 60kph
otherwise indicated for cars and 80kph
RULES OF THE motorcycles? 50 kph
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4401 What is the national speed limit 50kph
CARS10.4 unless otherwise indicated on dual 70kph
carriageways for cars and 80kph
RULES OF THE motorcycles? 100kph
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

4402 You are driving along a street with Children may run out from between the vehicles
CARS10.7 parked vehicles on the left-hand Drivers' doors may open
side. For which THREE reasons Vehicles may be pulling out
RULES OF THE should you keep your speed down? You may set off car alarms
ROAD
So that oncoming traffic can see you more clearly
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4403 You meet an obstruction on your Accelerate to get past first

CARS10.8 side of the road. You should: Give way to oncoming traffic
Wave oncoming vehicles through
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Drive on; it is your right of way

MARK 1 ANSWER

4404 There is a tractor ahead of you. You Speed through but flash your lights to oncoming traffic
CARS10.9 wish to overtake but you are NOT Sound your horn to the slow vehicle to pull over
sure if it is safe to do so. You Follow another overtaking vehicle through
RULES OF THE should: Not overtake if you are in doubt
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

4405 Which three of the following are Bread vans

CARS10.10 most likely to take an unusual Horse riders
course at roundabouts? Delivery vans
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Long vehicles
Cyclists
MARK 3 ANSWERS
Estate cars

4406 You are leaving your vehicle parked When in a 40 kph zone
CARS10.11 on a road. When may you leave the If the battery is flat
engine running? If you will be parked for less than five minutes
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Not on any occasion

MARK 1 ANSWER

4407 In which Five places must you NOT On the slope of a hill
CARS10.12 park or wait? On the brow of a hill
In front of someone else's drive-way/garage
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Opposite a traffic island
On a dual carriageway
MARK 5 ANSWERS
At a bus stop

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4408 What is the nearest you may park 5 meters (16 feet)
CARS10.13 your vehicle to a junction? 15 meters (49 feet)
12 meters (39 feet)
RULES OF THE
ROAD
10 meters (32 feet)

MARK 1 ANSWER

4409 You are finding it difficult to find a Yes if you don't block people from crossing
CARS10.14 parking place in a busy town. You Yes in order to drop off a passenger
can see there is space on the zigzag No unless you stay with your car
RULES OF THE lines of a zebra crossing. Can you No not under any circumstances
ROAD
park there?
MARK 1 ANSWER

4410 In which TWO places must you NOT At a bus stop

CARS10.15 park? In a one-way street
In a side road
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Near a school entrance
Near a police station
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4411 You are looking for somewhere to Use these spaces disabled or not
CARS10.17 park your vehicle. The area is full Park if you stay with your vehicle
EXCEPT for spaces marked Use these spaces when elsewhere is full
RULES OF THE 'disabled use'. You can: Not park there unless permitted
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

4412 You are driving at night with full- Only if the other driver dips his headlights
CARS10.18 beam headlights on. A vehicle is Before the vehicles starts to pass you
overtaking you. You should dip Some time after the vehicles has passed you
RULES OF THE your lights: As soon as the vehicle passes you
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

4413 You are driving on a two-lane Overtaking

CARS10.19 carriageway. For which TWO of the Mending punctures
following would you use the right- Constant high speed driving
RULES OF THE hand lane? Driving at the minimum allowed speed
ROAD
Turning right
MARK 2 ANSWERS
Normal driving

4414 You are entering an area of Not exceed the speed limit
CARS10.20 roadworks. There is a temporary Obey the limit except for overnight
speed limit displayed. You must: Accept the speed limit as advisable
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Obey the limit only during rush hour

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4415 You are approaching a busy Continue in that lane
CARS10.21 junction. There are several lanes Use clear arm signals to cut across
with road markings. At the last Stop until the area has cleared
RULES OF THE moment you realise that you are in Force your way across
ROAD
the wrong lane. You should:
MARK 1 ANSWER

4416 Where may you overtake on a one- Only on the right-hand side
CARS10.22 way street? Overtaking is not allowed
Only on the left-hand side
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Either on the right or the left

MARK 1 ANSWER

4417 You are going along a single-track Drive into a passing place on your right
CARS10.23 road with passing places only on Switch on your hazard warning lights
the right. The driver behind wishes Wait opposite a passing place on your right
RULES OF THE to overtake. You should: Speed up to get away from the following driver
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

4418 You are on a road that is only wide Wait opposite a passing place on your left
CARS10.24 enough for one vehicle. There is a Pull into a passing place if your vehicle is wider
car coming towards you. Which Force the other driver to reverse
RULES OF THE TWO of these would be correct? Wait opposite a passing place on your right
ROAD
Pull into a passing place on your left
MARK 2 ANSWERS
Pull into a passing place on your right

4419 Signals are normally given by Brake lights

CARS10.25 direction indicators and: Interior lights
Fog lights
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Side lights

MARK 1 ANSWER

4420 When going straight ahead at a Indicate left just after you pass the exit before the one you will
CARS10.26 roundabout you should: take
Indicate left when approaching the roundabout
RULES OF THE Indicate right when approaching the roundabout
ROAD
Not indicate at any time
MARK 1 ANSWER

4421 Which vehicle might have to use a Estate car

CARS10.27 different course than normal at Van
roundabouts? Sports car
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Long vehicle

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4422 You are going straight ahead at a Signal right on the approach and then left to leave the
CARS10.28 roundabout. How should you roundabout
signal? Signal left on the approach to the roundabout and keep the
RULES OF THE signal on until you leave
ROAD
Signal left as you leave the roundabouts
MARK 1 ANSWER Signal left just after you pass the exit before the one you will
take

4423 At a crossroads there are no signs Neither vehicle

CARS10.29 or road markings. Two vehicles Vehicles approaching from the right
approach. Which has priority? The vehicle on the widest road
RULES OF THE
ROAD
The fastest vehicle

MARK 1 ANSWER

4424 Who has priority at an unmarked The driver on the wider road
CARS10.30 crossroads? No one
The driver who is going faster
RULES OF THE
ROAD
The driver of the larger vehicle

MARK 1 ANSWER

4425 You are intending to turn right at a Keep the other vehicle to your RIGHT and turn behind it
CARS10.31 junction. An oncoming driver is also (offside to offside)
turning right. It will normally be Hold back, wait for the other driver to turn first
RULES OF THE safer to: Carry on and turn at the next junction instead
ROAD
Keep the other vehicle to your LEFT and turn in front of it
MARK 1 ANSWER (nearside to nearside)

4426 The dual carriageway you are Emerge slightly to show your intentions
CARS10.32 turning right onto has a narrow Wait until the road is clear in both directions
central reservation. You should: Stop in the first lane so that other vehicles give way
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Proceed to central reservation and wait

MARK 1 ANSWER

4427 While driving you intend to turn Swing out wide just before turning
CARS10.33 left into a minor road. On the Keep in the middle of the road
approach you should: Keep just left of the middle of the road
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Keep well to the left of the road

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4428 You may only enter a box junction You need to turn left
CARS10.34 when: The traffic lights show green
Your exit road is clear
RULES OF THE
ROAD
There are less than two vehicles in front of you

MARK 1 ANSWER

4429 Someone is waiting to cross at a Ignore them as they are still on the pavement
CARS10.35 zebra crossing. They are standing Stop before you reach the zigzag lines and let them cross
on the pavement. You should Stop, let them cross and wait patiently
RULES OF THE normally: Go on quickly before they step onto the crossing
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

4430 You are on a busy main road and Make a 'three point' turn in the main road
CARS10.36 find that you are in a wrong Make a U-turn in the main road
direction. What should you do? Turn into a side road on the road on the right and reverse into
RULES OF THE the main road.
ROAD
Turn round in a side road
MARK 1 ANSWER

4431 You are parked in a busy high Find a quiet side road to turn round in
CARS10.39 street. What is the safest way to Do a U-turn
turn your vehicle around to go the Get someone to stop the traffic
RULES OF THE opposite way? Drive into a side road and reverse into the main road
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

4432 Why is it important for you to So that you are on the correct side of the road before and
CARS10.42 maintain road position. after turning left or right at junctions and when approaching
roundabouts
RULES OF THE So that you are always in the correct lane on a multi-lane
ROAD
road.
MARK 2 ANSWERS Staying in the lane of your choice as long as you are driving
within the speed limit.
So that nobody can overtake you if they are speeding.

4433 What lights should you use and No lights are necessary as tunnels have their own lighting.
CARS10.43 why, when going through a tunnel? Dipped-beam to help you see and also be clearly seen by
others.
RULES OF THE Hazard warning lights so nobody drives too near.
ROAD
Main-beam to see clearly where you are going.
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4434 When can you overtake in a On the outside lane if the vehicle in front of you on the inner
CARS10.44 tunnel? lane is not going fast enough.
On the inside lane if the vehicle in front of me on the outside
RULES OF THE lane is not going fast enough.
ROAD
Never under normal circumstances as overtaking in tunnels is
MARK 2 ANSWERS prohibited.
If a broken down vehicle or other static hazard is obstructing
the lane you are driving in, after having checked and signaled
correctly

4435 What are the maximum national 40kph and 70kph

CARS10.45 speed limits for cars and 50kph and 80kph
motorcycles in built-up areas and 30kph and 60kph
RULES OF THE elsewhere? 45kph and 100kph
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

4436 You MUST obey signs giving orders. Blue rectangles

CARS11.1 These signs are mostly in: Red triangles
Green rectangles
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Red circles

MARK 1 ANSWER

4437 At a mini-roundabout you should: Give way to traffic from the right
CARS11.25 Stop even when clear
Give way to traffic from the other way
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Give way to traffic from the left

MARK 1 ANSWER

4438 What does a circular traffic sign Give motorway information

CARS11.27 with a blue background do? Give directions to a car park
Give warning of a motorway ahead
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Give an instruction

MARK 1 ANSWER

4440 What does a sign with a brown Tourist directions

CARS11.29 background show? Minor routes
Motorway routes
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Primary roads

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4441 What are triangular signs for? To give warnings
CARS11.30 To give directions
To give order
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
To give information

MARK 1 ANSWER

4442 Which FOUR of these would be Ahead only

CARS11.34 indicated by a triangular road sign? Children crossing
T-junction
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Road narrows
Tunnel ahead
MARK 4 ANSWERS
Minimum speed

4443 You are approaching a red traffic Red and amber then green
CARS11.55 light. The signal will change from Green and amber then green
red to: Amber then green
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Green then amber

MARK 1 ANSWER

4444
CARS11.56 A red traffic light means: Proceed with caution
Stop if you are able to brake safely
ROAD AND You must stop and wait behind the stop line
TRAFFIC SIGNS
You should stop unless turning left
MARK 1 ANSWER

4445 At traffic lights amber on its own Go if no pedestrians are crossing

CARS11.57 means: Go if the way is clear
Prepare to go
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Prepare to stop at the stop line

MARK 1 ANSWER

4446
CARS11.58 A red traffic light means: You must stop behind the white stop line
You must slow down and prepare to stop if traffic has started
ROAD AND to cross
TRAFFIC SIGNS
You may turn left if it is safe to do so
MARK 1 ANSWER You may drive straight on if there is no other traffic

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4447 You are approaching traffic lights. The lights are about to change to red
CARS11.59 Red and amber are showing. This There is a fault with the lights - take care
means: Wait for the green light before you pass the lights
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Pass the lights if the road is clear

MARK 1 ANSWER

4448 You are at a junction controlled by When you intend to turn right
CARS11.60 traffic lights. When should you NOT When your intended route from the junction is blocked
proceed at green? When you think the lights may be about to change
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
When pedestrians are waiting to cross

MARK 1 ANSWER

4449 What do these zigzag lines at No parking at any time

CARS11.61 pedestrian crossings mean? Sounding of horns is not allowed
Slow down to 20kph
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Parking allowed only for a short time

MARK 1 ANSWER

4450 You are to turn right in busy traffic. Position over the centre line at an angle
CARS11.66 How would you confirm your Give an arm signal as well as an indicator signal
intention safely? Flash your headlamp
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Sound the horn

MARK 1 ANSWER

4451 You want to turn right at a junction Keep well over to the right
CARS11.67 but you think that your indicators Stay in the left-hand lane
cannot be seen clearly. What Get out and check if your indicators can be seen
ROAD AND should you do? Give an arm signal as well as an indicator signal
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4453 Why should you make sure that To avoid damage to the indicator relay
CARS11.69 you have cancelled your indicators To avoid misleading other road users
after turning? To avoid dazzling other road users
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
To avoid flattening the battery

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4454 You are waiting at a T-junction. A Move out slowly
CARS11.70 vehicle is coming from the right Wait until the vehicle starts to turn in
with the left signalflashing. What Pull out before the vehicle reaches the junction
ROAD AND should you do? Move out and accelerate hard
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4455 What is the maximum speed limit 60kph

CARS11.73 in a built up area unless indicated 40kph
otherwise? 50kph
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
30 kph

MARK 1 ANSWER

4456 To supervise a learner driver you Have held a full licence for at least 5 years
CARS12.1 must: Hold an advanced driving certificate
Be an approved driving instructor
DOCUMENTS
Be at least 23
MARK 1 ANSWER

4457 For which THREE of these must you When you are taxing your vehicle
CARS12.2 show your motor insurance When a police officer asks you for it
certificate? When having a VRT inspection
DOCUMENTS
When buying or selling a vehicle
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4458 Before driving anyone else's motor The owner has left the insurance documents in the vehicle
CARS12.3 vehicle you should make sure that: Your own vehicle has insurance cover
The vehicle is also insured for your use
DOCUMENTS
The vehicle owner has third party insurance cover
MARK 1 ANSWER

4459 What is the legal minimum Personal injury cover

CARS12.4 insurance cover you must have to Fully comprehensive
drive on public roads? Third party fire and theft
DOCUMENTS
Third party only
MARK 1 ANSWER

4460 Which THREE of the following do Proper insurance cover

CARS12.7 you need before you can drive A vehicle handbook
legally? Breakdown cover
DOCUMENTS
A valid road tax disc displayed on your vehicle
MARK 3 ANSWERS A valid signed driving licence
Proof of your identity

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4461 Which TWO pieces of information Make of the vehicle
CARS12.8 are found on a vehicle registration Registered owner
document? Type of insurance cover
DOCUMENTS
Date of the VRT
MARK 2 ANSWERS Service history details

4462 What is the maximum number of 4 points a year over a 3 year period.
CARS12.9 penalty points that will 12 points at any time during a 3 year period.
automatically disqualify a driver 18 points over a two year period.
DOCUMENTS who holds a probationary driving 10 points during any one year period.
MARK 1 ANSWER licence? 15 points over a five 5 year period.

4463 Apart from complying with any Simply re-sit and pass the test of skills and behaviour.
CARS12.10 punishment according to law what Re-apply as for a new driver after expiry of disqualification
will a disqualified driver have to do period and must re-sit and pass the theory test
DOCUMENTS to obtain a driving licence? Pay any outstanding fines submit a new licence application
MARK 1 ANSWER after expiry of disqualification period and re-sit and pass both
the theory and practical tests
Wait for any disqualification period to pass and apply for a
duplicate driving licence.

4464 Who is responsible for ensuring Nobody in particular.

CARS12.11 that a vehicle is fully road worthy Your mechanic.
when driven on a public road? The VRT tester.
DOCUMENTS
You the driver.
MARK 1 ANSWER

4465 At the scene of an accident you Not put yourself at risk

CARS13.1 should: Leave vehicle engines switched on
Pull everybody out of their vehicles
ACCIDENTS
Go to those casualties who are screaming
MARK 1 ANSWER

4466 You are the first to arrive at the Warn other traffic
CARS13.2 scene of an accident. Which FOUR Call the emergency services
of these should you do? Move uninjured people away from the vehicle(s)
ACCIDENTS
Switch off the vehicle engine(s)
MARK 4 ANSWERS Leave as soon as another motorist arrives
Offer casualties something to drink

4467 You are the first person to arrive at Move the people who are injured clear of their vehicles
CARS13.3 an accident where people are badly Try and get people who are injured to drink something
injured. Which THREE should you Get people who are not injured clear of the scene
ACCIDENTS do? Make sure that someone telephones for an ambulance
MARK 3 ANSWERS Switch on your own hazard warning lights

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4468 You arrive at the scene of a Only when it is essential
CARS13.4 motorcycle accident. The rider is Always unless they are in shock
injured. When should the helmet Only when the motorcyclist asks
ACCIDENTS be removed? Always straight away
MARK 1 ANSWER

4469 You arrive at a serious motorcycle Check the casualty's breathing

CARS13.5 accident. The motorcyclist is Try to stop any bleeding
unconscious and bleeding. Your Sweep up any loose debris
ACCIDENTS main priorities should be to: Take the numbers of the vehicles involved
MARK 3 ANSWERS Check that the airway is clear
Make a list of witnesses

4470 You arrive at an accident. A Breathing

CARS13.6 motorcyclist is unconscious. Your Bruising
FIRST priority is the casualty's Broken bones
ACCIDENTS
Bleeding
MARK 1 ANSWER

4471 At an accident a casualty is Broken bones

CARS13.7 unconscious. Which THREE of the Airway
following should you check Shock
ACCIDENTS urgently? Circulation
MARK 3 ANSWERS Breathing

4472 In first aid what does ABC stand Circulation

CARS13.8 for? Airway
Bleeding
ACCIDENTS
Alert
MARK 3 ANSWERS Breathing
Conscious

4473 At an accident someone is Make sure they are breathing

CARS13.9 unconscious. Your main priorities Check that the airway is clear
should be to: Stop any heavy bleeding
ACCIDENTS
Count the number of vehicles involved
MARK 3 ANSWERS Take the names of witnesses
Sweep up the broken glass

4474 There has been an accident. The Not leave the driver alone
CARS13.11 driver is suffering from shock. You Reassure the driver
should: Ask who caused the accident
ACCIDENTS
Offer the driver a cigarette
MARK 2 ANSWERS Give the driver a drink

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4475 You are at the scene of an accident. Reassure them constantly
CARS13.12 Someone is suffering from shock. Loosen any tight clothing
You should: Keep them warm
ACCIDENTS
Offer them a warm drink
MARK 3 ANSWERS Offer them a cigarette

4476 You arrive at the scene of a Give the rider reassurance

CARS13.13 motorcycle accident. No other
vehicle is involved. The rider is
ACCIDENTS unconscious lying in the middle of
MARK 1 ANSWER the road. The first thing you should
do is:
Warn other traffic
Clear the road of debris
Move the rider out of the road

4477 At an accident a small child is not Rapidly

CARS13.14 breathing. When giving a mouth to Gently
mouth you should breathe Heavily
ACCIDENTS
Sharply
MARK 1 ANSWER

4478 To start mouth to mouth on a Pinch the nostrils together

CARS13.15 casualty you should: Tilt their head back
Put their arms across their chest
ACCIDENTS
Clear the airway
MARK 3 ANSWERS Tilt their head forward

4479 You arrive at the scene of an Remove anything sticking to burns

CARS13.16 accident and a casualty is suffering Reassure casualties constantly
from severe burns. You should: Lay the casualty down
ACCIDENTS
Douse the burn thoroughly with cold water
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4480 You arrive at an accident where Remove anything stuck to the burns
CARS13.17 someone is suffering from severe Burst any blisters
burns. You should: Apply lotions to the injury
ACCIDENTS
Douse the burns with cold water
MARK 1 ANSWER

4481 You arrive at the scene of an Fetch them a warm drink

CARS13.18 accident. A pedestrian has a severe Raise the leg to lessen bleeding
bleeding wound on the leg Apply firm pressure to the wound to stop bleeding
ACCIDENTS although it is not broken. What Keep both legs flat on the ground
MARK 2 ANSWERS should you do? Dab the wound to stop bleeding

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4482 You arrive at a scene of an Get them a drink
CARS13.19 accident. A passenger is bleeding Dab the wound
badly from an arm wound. What Apply pressure over the wound and keep the arm down
ACCIDENTS should you do? Apply pressure over the wound and raise the arm
MARK 1 ANSWER

4483 At an accident a casualty is Bystanders will help you to

CARS13.20 unconscious but still breathing. You Bystanders advise you to
should only move the person if : There is further danger to the casualty
ACCIDENTS
An ambulance is on its way
MARK 1 ANSWER

4484 At an accident you suspect that a Offer them a cigarette

CARS13.21 casualty has back injuries. The area Not move them at all
is safe. You should: Raise their legs
ACCIDENTS
Offer them a drink
MARK 1 ANSWER

4485 The police may ask you to produce Driving licence

CARS13.25 which three of these documents Vehicle registration document (log book)
following an accident? Road tax disc
ACCIDENTS
VRT test certificate
MARK 3 ANSWERS Insurance certificate

4486 On the dual carriageway the hard To check a road atlas

CARS13.28 shoulder should be used When an emergency arises
For a short rest when tired
ACCIDENTS
To answer a mobile phone
MARK 1 ANSWER

4487 Overloading your vehicle can Handling

CARS14.1 seriously affect the : Steering
Journey time
VEHICLE LOADING
Battery life
MARK 2 ANSWERS Gearbox

4488 Who is responsible for making sure The driver of the vehicle
CARS14.2 that a vehicle is not overloaded? The owner of the vehicle
The person who loaded the vehicle
VEHICLE LOADING
The owner of the items being carried
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4489 What is the meaning of this sign? No entry to vehicular traffic
CARS10.2 No waiting on the carriageway
National speed limit applies
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Local speed limit applies

MARK 1 ANSWER

4490 You see this sign ahead of you. It The minimum speed limit ahead is 30 kph
CARS10.5 means: You are leaving the 30 kph speed limit area
Start to slow down to 30 kph after passing it
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Do not exceed 30 kph after passing it

MARK 1 ANSWER

4491 What does a speed limit sign like The speed shown allows for various road and weather
CARS10.6 this mean? conditions
The speed shown is the advised maximum
RULES OF THE It is safe to drive at the speed shown
ROAD
You must not exceed the speed shown
MARK 1 ANSWER

4492 What is the meaning of this sign? School crossing patrol

CARS10.16 Waiting restrictions
National speed limit
RULES OF THE
ROAD
No entry

MARK 1 ANSWER

4493 Traffic signs giving orders are

CARS11.2 generally which shape?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4494 Which type of sign tells you NOT to
CARS11.3 do something?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4495 What does this sign mean? Maximum speed limit with traffic calming measures
CARS11.4 Only 20 cars allowed at any one time
Parking area for 20 cars only
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Minimum speed limit with traffic calming measures

MARK 1 ANSWER

4496 Which sign means no motor

CARS11.5 vehicles are allowed?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4497 Which of these signs means no
CARS11.6 motor vehicles?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4498 What does this sign mean? Minimum speed limit 30kph
CARS11.7 No vehicles over 30 tonnes
New speed limit 20 kph
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
End of 20kph zone

MARK 1 ANSWER

4499 What does this sign mean? No motor vehicles

CARS11.8 Cars and motorcycles only
Clearway (no stopping)
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
No overtaking

MARK 1 ANSWER

4500 What does this sign mean? No through road

CARS11.9 No road markings
No parking
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
No entry

MARK 1 ANSWER

4501 What does this sign mean? No traffic from the right
CARS11.10 Road on the right closed
Bend on the right
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
No right turn

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4502 Which sign means 'no entry'?
CARS11.11

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4503 What does this sign mean? Two-way traffic

CARS11.12 No motor vehicles
You have priority
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
No overtaking

MARK 1 ANSWER

4504 What does this sign mean? Form two lanes

CARS11.13 Give way to oncoming traffic
Do not overtake
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Keep in one lane

MARK 1 ANSWER

4505 What does this sign mean? Waiting restrictions apply

CARS11.14 Clearway (no stopping)
National speed limit applies
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Waiting permitted

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4506 Which sign means 'no stopping'?
CARS11.15

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4507 What does this sign mean? Roundabout

CARS11.16 No entry
No stopping
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Crossroads

MARK 1 ANSWER

4508 You see this sign ahead. It means: National speed limit applies
CARS11.17 No entry
No stopping
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Waiting restrictions apply

MARK 1 ANSWER

4509 What does this traffic sign mean? No overtaking allowed

CARS11.18 One-way traffic only
Two way traffic
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Give priority to oncoming traffic

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4510 What is the meaning of this traffic Bus lane ahead
CARS11.19 sign? Give priority to vehicles coming towards you
You have priority over vehicles coming towards you
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
End of two-way road

MARK 1 ANSWER

4511 Which sign means 'traffic has

CARS11.20 priority over oncoming vehicles'?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4512 What MUST you do when you see Stop ONLY if a red light is showing
CARS11.21 this sign? Stop ONLY if children are waiting to cross
Stop ONLY if traffic is approaching
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Stop even if the road is clear

MARK 1 ANSWER

4513 What does this sign mean? Two-way traffic ahead

CARS11.22 You are entering a one-way street
No overtaking
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
You have priority over vehicles from the opposite direction

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4514 What shape is a STOP sign at a
CARS11.23 junction?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4515 Which shape is used for GIVE WAY

CARS11.24 sign?
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4516 What does this sign mean? Give way to oncoming vehicles
CARS11.26 Turn off at the next available junction
Approaching traffic passes you on both sides
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Pass either side to get to the same destination

MARK 1 ANSWER

4517 What does this sign means? Give way

CARS11.31 T-junction
No through road
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Turn left ahead

MARK 1 ANSWER

4518 What does this sign mean? Crossroads

CARS11.32 Ahead only
Level crossing without gate
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Level crossing with gate

MARK 1 ANSWER

4519 What does this sign mean? Ring road

CARS11.33 Mini-roundabout
No vehicles
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Roundabout

MARK 1 ANSWER

4520 Which sign means that pedestrians

CARS11.35 may be walking together along the
road?
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4521 Which of these signs warn you of a
CARS11.36 pedestrian crossing?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4522 What does this sign mean? No footpath ahead

CARS11.37 School crossing ahead
Pedestrian crossing ahead
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Pedestrians only ahead

MARK 1 ANSWER

4523 What does this sign mean? School crossing patrol

CARS11.38 Pedestrian zone - no vehicles
No pedestrians allowed
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Pedestrian crossing ahead

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4524 Which of these signs means there
CARS11.39 is a double bend ahead?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4525 What does this sign mean? Humpback bridge

CARS11.40 Humps in the road
Exiting tunnels
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Entrance to tunnel

MARK 1 ANSWER

4526 What does this sign mean? Low bridge ahead

CARS11.41 Tunnel ahead
Accident black spot ahead
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Ancient monument ahead

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4527 Which of these signs means the
CARS11.42 end of a dual carriageway?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4528 What does this sign mean? End of dual carriageway

CARS11.43 End of narrow bridge
Road narrows
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Tall bridge

MARK 1 ANSWER

4529 What does this sign mean? Two-way traffic ahead across a one-way street
CARS11.44 Motorway contra flow system ahead
Two-way traffic straight ahead
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traffic approaching you has priority

MARK 1 ANSWER

4530 What does this traffic sign mean? Slippery road ahead
CARS11.45 Service area ahead
Danger ahead
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Tyres liable to punctures ahead

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4531 You are about to overtake when Switch your headlights on before overtaking
CARS11.46 you see this sign. You should: Move to the right to get a better view
Overtake the other driver as quickly as possible
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Hold back until you can see clearly ahead

MARK 1 ANSWER

4532 What does this sign mean? Steep hill upwards

CARS11.47 Steep hill downwards
Uneven road
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Adverse camber

MARK 1 ANSWER

4533 What does this sign mean? Quayside or river bank

CARS11.48 Road liable to flooding
Slippery road
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Steep hill downwards

MARK 1 ANSWER

4534 What does this sign mean? Turn left for ferry terminal
CARS11.49 No through road on the left
No entry for traffic turning left
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Turn left for parking area

MARK 1 ANSWER

4535 What does this sign mean? Toilet ahead

CARS11.50 Telephone box ahead
T-junction
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
No through road

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4536 Which sign means 'no through
CARS11.51 road'?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4537 Which of the following signs

CARS11.52 informs you that you are coming to
a No Through Road?
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4538 What does this sign mean? The right-hand lane ahead is narrow
CARS11.53 Right hand lane for turning right
Right-hand lane for buses only
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
The right-hand lane ahead is closed

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4539 You see this traffic light ahead.
CARS11.54 Which light(s) will come on next? Red alone
Green alone
ROAD AND Green and amber together
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Red and amber together
MARK 1 ANSWER

4540 This marking appears on the road No through road sign

CARS11.62 just before a Give way sign
Stop sign
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
No entry sign

MARK 1 ANSWER

4541 You see this line across the road at Give way to traffic from the right
CARS11.63 the entrance to a roundabout. Stop at the line
What does it mean? You have right of way
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Traffic from the left has right of way

MARK 1 ANSWER

4542 The driver of the car in front is The driver wishes to overtake
CARS11.64 giving this signal. What does it The driver intends to turn right
mean? The driver is slowing down
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
The drivers intends to turn left

MARK 1 ANSWER

4543 The driver of this car is giving an Let pedestrians cross

CARS11.65 arm signal. What is he about to do? Turn to the left
Go straight ahead
ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Turn to the right

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4544 Which of these signs means that
CARS11.71 the national speed limit applies?

ROAD AND
TRAFFIC SIGNS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4545 Which of the following describe Hatched traffic stream separator warning lines that may be
CARS11.72 these road markings? used for overtaking as long as no traffic is coming from the
opposite direction
ROAD AND Central reservation and can be used for overtaking if no traffic
TRAFFIC SIGNS
is coming from the opposite direction.
MARK 1 ANSWER Hatching bordered by continuous solid white lines intended to
separate two opposing streams of traffic which lines must not
be crossed or entered into except in an emergency or when
directed to do so by the police

4547 The white arrow in the diagram Turn left

CARS1.16 means that you should not plan to : Turn right
Overtake
ALERTNESS
Slow down
MARK 1 ANSWER

4548 The road marking in the diagram Drivers that it is safe to overtake
CARS1.17 warns : Overtaking drivers there is a bend to the left
Overtaking drivers to move back to the left
ALERTNESS
Drivers to use the hard shoulder
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4549 You see this sign ahead. You should Bend sharply to the right
CARS5.1 expect the road to: Go steeply downhill
Bend sharply to the left
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Steep hill upwards

MARK 1 ANSWER

4551 Objects or articles hanging from Distract your attention

CARS1.4 your interior mirror may : Help your concentration
Restrict your view
ALERTNESS
Improve your driving
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4552 When driving you are most likely to Listen to very loud music
CARS1.5 lose concentration if you : Use a mobile phone
Look at the door mirrors
ALERTNESS
Switch on the heated rear window
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4553 When driving which four are most Looking at a map

CARS1.6 likely to cause you to lose Tuning your car radio
concentration Talking into a microphone
ALERTNESS
Using a mobile phone
MARK 4 ANSWERS Using the demisters
Checking the mirrors

4554 You are driving on a wet road and Give an arm signal
CARS1.8 you have to stop your vehicle in an Keep both hands on the wheel
emergency. You should: Select reverse gear
ALERTNESS
Apply the handbrake and footbrake together
MARK 1 ANSWER

4555 Which of the following may cause Putting in a cassette tape/ CD

CARS1.11 distraction on a long journey? Using a mobile phone
Arguing with a passenger
ALERTNESS
Loud music
MARK 4 ANSWERS Pulling up to tune the radio
Stopping regularly to rest

4556 You want to use a mobile phone After stopping in a suitable place
CARS1.20 whilst driving the car. You should If you feel your driving will be unaffected
only use the phone: If you are driving on a motorway
ALERTNESS
When driving on a quiet minor roads
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4557 What is the safest way to use a Direct your call through the operator
CARS1.22 mobile phone in a car? Find a suitable place to stop
Drive slowly on a quiet road
ALERTNESS
Use hands-free equipment
MARK 1 ANSWER

4558 You are driving on a clear night. Fog lights

CARS2.13 There is a steady stream of Sidelights
oncoming cars. The national speed Dipped headlights
ATTITUDE limit applies. Which lights should Full beam headlight
MARK 1 ANSWER you use?

4559 You are waiting in a traffic queue at Apply the handbrake only
CARS2.21 night. To avoid dazzling the drivers Use both the handbrake and footbrake
behind you should: Switch off your headlights
ATTITUDE
Apply the footbrake only
MARK 1 ANSWER

4560 You are driving a slow-moving car Give a left signal when it is safe for vehicles to overtake you
CARS2.27 on a narrow winding road. You Wave following vehicles past you if you think they can
should : overtake quickly
ATTITUDE Pull in safely when you can to let following vehicles overtake
MARK 1 ANSWER Keep well out to stop vehicles overtaking dangerously

4561 You are driving a slow-moving car Stop immediately and wave it on
CARS2.28 on a narrow road. When traffic Put your hazard warning lights on
wishes to overtake you should : Take no action
ATTITUDE
Pull in safely as soon as you can do so
MARK 1 ANSWER

4562 You are driving a slow-moving car Keep left and hold your speed
CARS2.29 on a narrow winding road. In order Pull in safely when you can
to let other vehicles overtake, you Show a left turn signal
ATTITUDE should : Wave to them to pass
MARK 1 ANSWER

4563 Which of the following are at Motorcycles

CARS2.40 greatest risk from other road Busy bus drivers
users? Learner car drivers
ATTITUDE
Lorry drivers
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4564 Which FOUR of these MUST be in Tempreture gauge
CARS3.2 good working order for your car to Indicators
be safe and roadworthy? Brakes
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Exhaust system
Oil warning light
MARK 4 ANSWERS
Lights

4565 New petrol-engined cars have to Allow the exhaust system to be recycled
CARS3.3 be fitted with catalytic converters. Prolong the life of the exhaust system
The reason for this is to: Control exhaust noise levels
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Reduce harmful exhaust emissions

MARK 1 ANSWER

4566 What can cause heavy or difficult Over-inflated tyres

CARS3.5 steering? Badly worn brakes
Driving on mud
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Under-inflated tyres

MARK 1 ANSWER

4567 Your car is fitted with power Lighter

CARS3.6 assisted steering. This will make Noisier
the steering seem: Quieter
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Heavier

MARK 1 ANSWER

4568 A police officer orders you to stop Whoever issued the VRT certificate
CARS3.10 and finds you have a faulty tyre. Whoever services the car
Who is responsible for the tyre? You the driver
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
The previous owner

MARK 1 ANSWER

4569 The legal minimum depth of tread 4mm

CARS3.11 for car tyres over three quarters of 1.6mm
its breadth is: 2.5mm
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
1mm

MARK 1 ANSWER

4570 Excessive or uneven wear in one or Exhaust system

CARS3.12 more tyres can be caused by faults Suspension
in the: Braking system
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Gearbox

MARK 2 ANSWERS

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4571 There is vibration on your steering Engine oil level is correct
CARS3.13 wheel as you drive at certain Wheels are secure
speeds. You should check that the: Exhaust is not loose
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Doors are closed
Wheels are balanced
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4572 Your vehicle pulls to one side when Use your handbrake at the same time
CARS3.14 braking heavily. You should: Have the fault checked by a competent mechanic as soon as
possible
SAFETY AND YOUR Pump the pedal when braking and steer in opposite direction
VEHICLE
Change the tyres around
MARK 1 ANSWER

4573 The main cause of brake pedal fade The brakes overheating
CARS3.15 is: The brakes out of adjustment
Oil in the brakes
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Air in brake fluid

MARK 1 ANSWER

4574 Your anti-lock brakes warning light Check that the handbrake is released
CARS3.16 stays on. You should: Check the footbrake free play
Check the brake fluid
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Have the brakes checked immediately

MARK 1 ANSWER

4575 When may you use hazard lights? When you are being towed
CARS3.19 To park on double yellows lines
To park alongside another car
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
When you have broken down in traffic

MARK 1 ANSWER

4576 Hazard lights should be used when Broken down and causing an obstruction
CARS3.20 vehicles are: Reversing into a side road
Being towed along a road
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Faulty and moving slowly

MARK 1 ANSWER

4577 A properly adjusted head rest will: Help you to maintain your driving position
CARS3.21 Help you to avoid neck injury
Help you to relax
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Make you more comfortable

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4578 What will reduce the risk of neck A collapsible steering wheel
CARS3.22 injury resulting from a car collision? Anti-lock brakes
An air-sprung seat
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
A properly adjusted head restraint

MARK 1 ANSWER

4579 To reduce harming the Not over-revving in the lower gears

CARS3.24 environment you can avoid Making sure your tyres are correctly inflated
wasting fuel by: Having your vehicle properly serviced
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Keeping an empty roof rack properly fitted
Driving at higher speeds where possible
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4580 Why do VRT tests include an To make sure diesel and petrol engines emit the same fumes
CARS3.25 exhaust emission test? To help protect the environment against pollution
To discover which fuel supplier is used the most
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
To recover the cost of expensive garage equipment

MARK 1 ANSWER

4581 You are testing the suspension of Steering wheel not located centrally
CARS3.32 your car. You notice that your Tyres under-inflated
vehicle keeps bouncing when you Worn tyres
SAFETY AND YOUR press down on the front wing. Worn shock absorbers
VEHICLE
What does this mean?
MARK 1 ANSWER

4582 Which THREE of the following are A fitted empty roof rack
CARS3.34 most likely to increase fuel Using different brands of fuel
consumption? Under-inflated tyres
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Using the wrong grade of fuel
Carrying unnecessary weight
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4583 The filler cap on your diesel fuel Cause diesel to spill and make roads slippery for others road
CARS3.35 tank is loose. This will: users
Waste fuel and money
SAFETY AND YOUR Increase the level of exhaust emissions
VEHICLE
Improve your vehicle's fuel consumption
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4584 Care should be taken when Clear

CARS3.37 refueling with diesel because Odourless
when spilt it is: Sticky
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Slippery

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4585 If you cannot see clearly behind Look in the nearside mirror
CARS3.39 when reversing what should you Open the door and look behind
do? Open your window to look behind
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Ask someone to guide you

MARK 1 ANSWER

4586 A properly serviced car will give: You a refund on your road tax
CARS3.41 Lower insurance premiums
Cleaner exhaust emissions
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Better fuel economy

MARK 2 ANSWERS

4587 When a roof rack is not in use it It will affect your braking
CARS3.42 should be removed. Why? It is illegal
It will affect the suspension
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
It will waste fuel

MARK 1 ANSWER

4588 A roof rack that is fitted to your car Make your car go faster
CARS3.43 will: Improve the road handling
Reduce fuel consumption
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Increase fuel consumption

MARK 1 ANSWER

4589 To reduce the volume of cars on Walk or cycle on short journeys

CARS3.44 the roads you could: Share a car when possible
Use public transport more often
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Use a car with a smaller engine
Travel by car at all times
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4590 For which TWO of these should you When your vehicle has broken down and is causing an
CARS3.48 use hazard-warning lights? obstruction
When warning oncoming traffic that you intend to stop
SAFETY AND YOUR When your direction indicators are not working
VEHICLE
When you are double parked on a two-way road
MARK 2 ANSWERS When slowing down to warn other drivers behind of a hazard
ahead

4591 If daytime visibility is poor but not Rear fog lights

CARS3.49 seriously reduced you should Front fog lights
switch on: Dipped headlights
SAFETY AND YOUR
VEHICLE
Headlights and fog lights

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4592 If your car is fitted with anti-lock Apply the handbrake to reduce the stopping distance
CARS4.1 brakes and you need to stop in an Press the brake pedal rapidly and firmly until you have
emergency. You should: stopped
SAFETY MARGINS Keep pushing and releasing the foot brake quickly to prevent
MARK 1 ANSWER skidding
Brake normally and avoid turning the steering wheel

4593 Anti-lock brakes reduce the Driving on good road surfaces

CARS4.2 chances of a skid occurring Breaking during normal driving
particularly when: Breaking in an emergency
SAFETY MARGINS
Driving down steep hills
MARK 1 ANSWER

4594 Vehicles fitted with an anti-lock Are not fitted with a handbrake
CARS4.3 brake system: Can be steered while you are braking
Accelerate much faster
SAFETY MARGINS
Are impossible to skid
MARK 1 ANSWER

4595 Anti-lock brakes may not work as Firm

CARS4.4 effectively as you expect if the road Loose
surface is: Good
SAFETY MARGINS
Dry
MARK 2 ANSWERS Wet

4596 What is the MOSTcommon reason Pedestrians

CARS4.12 a car skids? Driver error
Other vehicles
SAFETY MARGINS
Worn tyres
MARK 1 ANSWER

4597 When braking hard in a straight Front wheels

CARS4.13 line most of the weight of the Right wheels
vehicle will shift onto the: Left wheels
SAFETY MARGINS
Rear wheels
MARK 1 ANSWER

4598 You have driven your car through a Switch on your windscreen wipers
CARS4.15 flood. What is the first thing you Stop and dry the brakes
should do? Stop and check the tyres
SAFETY MARGINS
Test your brakes
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4599 You are turning left on a slippery Brake firmly and steer to the left
CARS4.17 road. The back of your vehicle Steer carefully to the left
slides to the right. You should: Brake firmly and not turn the steering wheel
SAFETY MARGINS
Steer carefully to the right
MARK 1 ANSWER

4600 Your vehicle does not have anti- Gently use the accelerator
CARS4.18 lock brakes. If you are braking on a Push harder on the brake pedal
wet road and your vehicle begins Quickly pull up the handbrake
SAFETY MARGINS to skid. What is the FIRST thing you Release the footbrake fully
MARK 1 ANSWER should do?

4601 Clutch Coasting will : Use more fuel

CARS4.19 Make steering easier
Reduce the driver's control
SAFETY MARGINS
Improve the driver's control
MARK 1 ANSWER

4602 You are about to go down a steep Select a low gear and avoid using the brakes
CARS4.23 hill. To control the speed of your Select a high gear and use the brakes firmly
car you should: Select a high gear and use the brakes carefully
SAFETY MARGINS
Select a low gear and use the brakes carefully
MARK 1 ANSWER

4603 You are on a long downhill slope. Apply the parking brake gently
CARS4.24 What should you do to help control Grip the handbrake firmly
the speed of your car? Select neutral
SAFETY MARGINS
Select a lower gear
MARK 1 ANSWER

4604 You wish to park facing DOWNHILL. Turn the steering wheel towards the kerb
CARS4.26 Which TWO of the following should Turn the steering wheel away from the kerb
you do? Park with two wheels on the kerb
SAFETY MARGINS
Park close to the bumper of another car
MARK 2 ANSWERS Put the handbrake on firmly

4605 When should you use front and When it is raining and just in case the roads are slippery.
CARS4.31 rear fog lights? When the road is unlit by street lamps or they are not
working.
SAFETY MARGINS When going through tunnels.
MARK 1 ANSWER During any time of the day or night to make sure that other
road users see me.
When visibility is considerably reduced because of fog.

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4606 A correct seating position will Rest your hand on the gear lever
CARS5.25 enable you to: Have a suitable grip on the steering wheel
Talk to all your passengers
HAZARD
AWARENESS
Have good visibility through the windows
Comfortably reach the pedals
MARK 3 ANSWERS
Rest your head against the head restraint

4607 You want to reverse into a side Carry on assuming it is clear

CARS6.6 road. You are not sure that the Get out and check
area behind your car is clear. What Check the mirrors only
VULNERABLE ROAD should you do? Look through the rear window only
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4608 You are about to reverse into a side Reverse before the pedestrian starts to cross
CARS6.7 road and a pedestrian wishes to Give way to the pedestrian
cross behind you. You should: Wave to the pedestrian to cross
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Wave to the pedestrian to stop

MARK 1 ANSWER

4609 Who is especially in danger of not Cyclists

CARS6.8 being seen as you reverse your car? Car drivers
Motorcyclists
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Children

MARK 1 ANSWER

4610 You intend to turn right into a side Emerging from the side road
CARS6.9 road. Just before turning you Following you closely
should check for motorcyclists who Overtaking on your left
VULNERABLE ROAD may be: Overtaking on your right
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

4611 In which three places would Where the kerb is raised

CARS6.12 parking cause an obstruction to At or near a bus stop
other road users? Where the kerb has been lowered for wheelchairs
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Near the brow of a hill
In a lay-by
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4612 You are following a motorcyclist on Stop and wave them across the road
CARS6.25 an uneven and bumpy road. You Speed up to get past them quickly
should: Expect them to wait for you to pass
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Be careful they may misjudge your speed

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4613 You are following a motorcyclist on Allow the same room as normal because motorcyclists are not
CARS6.26 an uneven road. You should: affected by road surfaces
Overtake immediately
VULNERABLE ROAD Allow extra room in case they swerve to avoid pot-holes
USERS
Allow less room to ensure that you can be seen in their
MARK 1 ANSWER mirrors

4614 Which TWO should you allow extra Road-sweeping vehicles

CARS6.33 room when overtaking? Motorcycles
Tractors
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Bicycles

MARK 2 ANSWERS

4615 Why should you allow extra room The rider may be traveling faster than normal
CARS6.34 when overtaking a motorcyclist on The rider may be blown across in front of you
a windy day? The rider may stop suddenly
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
The rider may turn off suddenly to get out of the wind

MARK 1 ANSWER

4616 Which type of vehicle is MOST Bowser

CARS6.35 affected by strong winds? Motorcycle
Car
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Tractor

MARK 1 ANSWER

4617 Why should you particularly look They might not see you turn
CARS6.36 for motorcyclists and cyclists at any They may slow down to let you turn
junction? They are harder to see
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
They may want to turn into the side road

MARK 1 ANSWER

4618 You are waiting to come out of a Motorcycles have right of way
CARS6.37 side road. Why should you watch Police patrols often use motorcycles
carefully for motorcycles? Motorcycles are small and hard to see
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Motorcycles are usually faster than cars

MARK 1 ANSWER

4619 Motorcyclists often look round Looking around helps them balance as they turn
CARS6.43 over their right shoulder just Motorcycles do not have mirrors
before turning right. This is They need to listen for following traffic
VULNERABLE ROAD because: They need to check for traffic in their blind area
USERS

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4620 Which of the following are hazards Passing very close to your car
CARS6.47 that motorcyclists present in Riding with their headlamp on dipped beam
queues of traffic? Riding in single file
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Filtering between the lanes
Cutting in just in front of you
MARK 3 ANSWERS

4621 You are driving in slow-moving Change down to first gear

CARS6.49 queues of traffic. Just before Give a 'slowing down' arm signal
changing lane you should: Sound the horn
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Look for motorcyclists filtering through the traffic

MARK 1 ANSWER

4622 You have a collision while your car Call your insurance company
CARS6.59 is moving. What is the first Call the emergency services
important thing you must do? Stop at the scene of the accident
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Stop only if there are injured people

MARK 1 ANSWER

4623 If a friend wants to teach you how Be over 25 and have held a full licence for at least 5 years
CARS6.62 to drive a car they must: Be over 21 and have had a full license for at least three years.
Be over 18 and have fully comprehensive insurance
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Be over 18 and hold an advanced driver's certificate

MARK 1 ANSWER

4624 Your car hits a pedestrian at 60 Probably survive

CARS6.63 kph. The pedestrian will: Certainly survive
Probably be killed
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Certainly be killed

MARK 1 ANSWER

4625 You are dazzled at night by the Set your mirror to anti-dazzle
CARS6.64 lights of the vehicle behind you. Switch your rear lights on and off
You should: Brake sharply to a stop
VULNERABLE ROAD
USERS
Set your mirror to dazzle the other driver

MARK 1 ANSWER

4626 The road is wet and slippery. Why To avoid splashing pedestrians on the pavements
CARS7.1 might a motorcyclist steer round To help judge the bend using the drain covers as marker
drain covers on a bend? points
OTHER TYPE OF To avoid puncturing the tyres on the edge of the drain covers
VEHICLES
To prevent the motorcycle sliding on the metal drain covers
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4627 It is very windy. You are behind a Keep close to the motorcyclist
CARS7.2 motorcyclist who is overtaking a Keep well back
high vehicle. What should you do? Stay level with the motorcycle
OTHER TYPE OF
VEHICLES
Overtake the motorcyclist immediately

MARK 1 ANSWER

4628 It is very blustery and windy. You Keep close as you pass
CARS7.3 are about to overtake a Allow extra room
motorcyclist. You should: Sound your horn
OTHER TYPE OF
VEHICLES
Overtake slowly

MARK 1 ANSWER

4629 You should avoid 'coasting' your Flatten the battery

CARS8.2 car because it could: Increase tyre wear
Damage the suspension
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Reduce steering control

MARK 1 ANSWER

4630 You are driving in the left-hand Sound your horn

CARS8.7 lane of a dual carriageway. Another Continue as you are
car overtakes and pulls in front of Drop back
VEHICLE you leaving you without enough Move to the right-hand lane
HANDLING
separation distance. You should:
MARK 1 ANSWER

4631 Motorcyclists are more at risk to be Are always faster than other drivers
CARS8.11 injured from other road users Are more likely to break down than other motorists
because they: Are less experienced that other drivers
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Are more difficult to see than other drivers

MARK 1 ANSWER

4632 To correct a rear-wheel skid you Apply your handbrake

CARS8.12 should: Steer away from it
Steer into it
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Not steer at all

MARK 1 ANSWER

4633 You are driving in very wet Fading

CARS8.13 weather. Your vehicle begins to Weaving
slide. This affect is called: Aquaplaning
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Hosing

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4634 You have to make a journey in fog. Top up the radiator with antifreeze
CARS8.14 What are the TWO most important Check that your lights are working
things you should do before you Check the battery
VEHICLE set out? Make sure that the windows are clean
HANDLING
Make sure that you have a warning triangle in the vehicle
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4635 Front fog lights may be used ONLY Visibility is seriously reduced
CARS8.16 if: An audible warning device is used
They are not as bright as the headlights
VEHICLE
HANDLING
They are fitted above the bumper

MARK 1 ANSWER

4636 Front fog lights may be used ONLY During 'lighting up' times only
CARS8.17 if: When visibility is seriously reduced
Between dusk and dawn
VEHICLE
HANDLING
If they are not as bright as the headlights

MARK 1 ANSWER

4637 Front fog lights may be used ONLY They were fitted by the vehicle manufacturer
CARS8.18 if: They are operated with rear fog lights
Your headlights are not working
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Visibility is seriously reduced

MARK 1 ANSWER

4638 Front fog lights may be used ONLY Fitted by manufacturer

CARS8.19 if: You wish to overtake in bad weather
Visibility is seriously reduced
VEHICLE
HANDLING
They prevent headlights glare on a wet road

MARK 1 ANSWER

4639 Fog lights should be used ONLY Driving after midnight

CARS8.20 when: Visibility is seriously reduced
Daylight is fading
VEHICLE
HANDLING
In very light rain

MARK 1 ANSWER

4640 Using front/rear fog lights in good Increase your awareness

CARS8.21 visibility will: Dazzle other drivers
Improve your visibility
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Flatten the battery

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4641 You are driving on a clear dry night Dazzle following drivers
CARS8.26 with your rear fog lights switched Help your indicators to be seen more clearly
on. This may: Make other drivers think you are braking
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Give a better view of the road ahead
Reduce glare from the road surface
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4642 Why is it dangerous to leave rear Following drivers can be dazzled

CARS8.27 fog lights on when they are not Electrical systems could be overloaded
needed? The battery could fail
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Direction indicators may not work properly
Brake lights are less clear
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4643 You are driving in thick fog using Increase your speed
CARS8.28 fog lights. When visibility improves Keep them on
you MUST: Maintain your speed
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Switch them off

MARK 1 ANSWER

4644 Front and rear fog lights MUST be: Switched off in night-time fog
CARS8.29 Used outside built up areas only
Connected to an audible warning signal
VEHICLE
HANDLING
Switched off if visibility is not seriously reduced

MARK 1 ANSWER

4645 Which statement represents being Both hands on the steering wheel at all times and only when a
CARS8.38 in safe control of your vehicle? change of gear or operation of controls is necessary
One hand on the steering wheel and the other simply hanging
VEHICLE out of the window to catch the breeze and look cool
HANDLING
One hand on the steering wheel and the other being used to
MARK 1 ANSWER hold a mobile phone.
One hand on the steering wheel and the other grasping the
gear lever for the most part to facilitate instant gear changing

4646 You may remove your seat belt Reversing

CARS10.37 temporarily when carrying out a Driving slowly
manoeuvre that involves: An emergency stop
RULES OF THE
ROAD
A hill start

MARK 1 ANSWER

4647 You must not reverse: For longer than necessary

CARS10.38 In a built-up area
Into a side road
RULES OF THE
ROAD
For more than a car's length

MARK 1 ANSWER

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4648 When you are NOT sure that it is Use your horn
CARS10.40 safe to reverse your vehicle you Reverse slowly
should: Get out and check
RULES OF THE
ROAD
Rev your engine

MARK 1 ANSWER

4649 You are reversing your vehicle into After you've entered the side road
CARS10.41 a side road. When would the Just before you actually begin to manoeuvre
greatest hazard to passing traffic After you've completed the manoeuvre
RULES OF THE occur? When the front of your vehicle swings out
ROAD

MARK 1 ANSWER

4650 Your car has third party insurance. Damage to other vehicles
CARS12.5 What does this cover? Damage to someone's property
Injury to yourself
DOCUMENTS
Injury to another person
MARK 3 ANSWERS Damage to your car by fire
Damage to your own car

4651 A VRT certificate is normally valid 30,000 miles

CARS12.6 for: One year after the date it was issued
10,000 miles
DOCUMENTS
Two years after the date it was issued
MARK 1 ANSWER

4652 Which of the following should you Ask drivers to switch off their engines
CARS13.10 NOT do at the scene of an Give them an alcoholic drink
accident? Offer someone a cigarette to calm them down
ACCIDENTS
Call the emergency services immediately
MARK 2 ANSWERS Warn other traffic by switching on your hazard warning lights

4653 For which TWO should you use When you have broken down
CARS13.22 hazard-warning lights? When you slow down quickly because of a hazard ahead
When you need to park on the pavement
ACCIDENTS
When you wish to stop on double yellow lines
MARK 2 ANSWERS

4654 When should you switch on your When you cannot avoid causing an obstruction
CARS13.24 hazard warning lights? When you are parked on double yellow lines
When you are towing a broken down vehicle
ACCIDENTS
When you are driving slowly due to bad weather
MARK 1 ANSWER

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4655 Your tyre bursts while you are Continue on at a normal speed
CARS13.26 driving. Which TWO things should Hold the steering wheel firmly to keep control
you do? Pull up slowly at the side of the road
ACCIDENTS
Brake as quickly as possible
MARK 2 ANSWERS Pull on the handbrake

4656 Which TWO things should you do Let the vehicle roll to a stop
CARS13.27 when a front tyre bursts? Grip the steering wheel firmly
Hold the steering wheel lightly
ACCIDENTS
Stop gradually at the side of the road
MARK 2 ANSWERS Apply the handbrake to stop the vehicle

4657 Any load that is carried on a roof Securely fastened when driving
CARS14.3 rack MUST be: Covered with plastic sheeting
As light as possible
VEHICLE LOADING
Carried only when strictly necessary
MARK 1 ANSWER

4658 A heavy load on your roof rack will Make the steering lighter
CARS14.4 MAINLY: Reduce the stopping distance
Improve the road holding
VEHICLE LOADING
Reduce stability
MARK 1 ANSWER

4659 What do child locks in a vehicle do? Stop the rear seats from tipping forward
CARS14.5 Stop children from opening rear doors from the inside
Lock the rear windows in the up position
VEHICLE LOADING
Lock the seat belt buckles in place
MARK 1 ANSWER

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