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4. Safety Margins Flashcards

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1
Q

How much a stopping distances increase in icy conditions?

A) two times
B) three times
C) five times
D) ten times

A

ten times

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What requires extra care when you’re driving or riding in windy conditions?

A) using the brakes
B) moving Off on a hill
C) turning into a narrow road
D) passing pedal cyclists

A

passing pedal cyclists

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Why should you keep well to the left as you approach a right- hand bend?

A) to improve your view of the road
B) to over come the effect of the roads slope
C) to let faster traffic from behind overtake
D) to be positioned safely if you skid

A

to improve your view of the road

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You’ve just gone through flood water. What should you do to make sure your brakes are working properly?

A) accelerate and keep to a high speed for a short time
B) go slowly while gently applying the brakes
C) avoid using the brakes at all for a few miles
D) stop for at least an hour to allow them time to dry

A

go slowly while gently applying the brakes

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What will be affected if the road surface becomes soft in very hot weather?

A) the suspension
B) the exhaust emissions
C) the fuel consumption
D) the tyre grip

A

the tyre grip

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Q

Where is your vehicle most likely to be affected by side winds?

A) on a narrow country lane
B) on an open stretch of road
C) on a busy stretch of road
D) on a long, straight road

A

on an open stretch of road

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you’re following a vehicle on a wet road. Yo stay a safe distance behind it. What should you do if a driver overtakes you and pulls into a gap you’ve left?

A) flash your headlights as a warning
B) try to overtake safely as soon as you can
C) drop back to regain a safe distance
D) stay close to the other vehicle until it moves on

A

drop back to regain a safe distance

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You’re travelling on the motorway. How can you lower the risk of a collision when the vehicle behind is following too closely?

A) increase your distance from the vehicle in front
B) brake sharply
C) switch on your hazard warning lights
D) move onto the hard shoulder and stop

A

increase your distance from the vehicle in front

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You’re following other vehicles in fog. You have your headlights on dipped beam. What else can you do to reduce the chances of being in a collision?

A) keep close to the vehicle in front
B) use main beam instead of dipped headlights
C) keep up with the faster vehicles
D) keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front

A

keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front

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What should you do when you’re using a contra flow system?

A) choose an appropriate lane in good time
B) switch lanes to make better progress
C) increase speed to get through the contraflow more quickly
D) follow other motorists closely to avoid long queues

A

choose an appropriate lane in good time

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How can you avoid wheel spin when you’re driving on an icy road?

A) drive at a slow speed in the highest gear possible
B) use the parking brake if the wheels start to slip
C) brake gently and reapetedly
D) drive in a low gear at all times

A

drive at a slow speed in the highest gear possible

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What the main cause of skidding?

A) the weather
B) the driver
C) the vehicle
D) the road

A

the driver

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You’re driving in freezing conditions. What should you do as you approach a sharp bend?

A) coast into the bend
B) apply your parking brake
C) firmly use your foot brake
D) slow down gently

A

slow down gently

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You’re about to start a journey in freezing weather. What part of your vehicle should you clear of ie and snow?

A) the aerial
B) the windows
C) the bumper
D) the boot

A

the windows

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What will help you to move off a snowy surface?

A) using the cars lowest gear
B) using a higher gear than normal
C) using a high engine speed
D) using the parking brake and foot brake together

A

using a higher gear than normal

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What should you do when you’re driving in snowy conditions?

A) brake firmly and quickly
B) be ready to steer sharply
C) use sidelights only
D) brake gently in plenty time

A

brake gently in plenty time

17
Q

What the main benefit of driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle?

A) improved grip on the road
B) lower fuel consumption
C) sorter stopping distances
D) improved passenger comfort

A

improved grip on the road

18
Q

You’re about to go down a steep hill. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?

A) select a high gear and use the brakes carefully
B) select a high gear and use the brakes firmly
C) select a low gear and use the brakes carefully
D) select a low gear and avoid using the brakes

A

select a low gear and use the brakes carefully

19
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What should you do when you park a car facing downhill?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
20
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You’re driving in a built-up area that has traffic-calming measures. What should you do when you approach a road hump?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
21
Q

On what type of road surface may anti-lock brakes be ineffective?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
22
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You’re driving a vehicle that has anti-lock brakes. How should you apply the foot brake when you need to stop in an emergency?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
23
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You’re driving along a country road. You see this sign (ford red). What should you do after dealing safely with the hazard?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
24
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What would suggest you’re driving on an icy road?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
25
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You’re driving along a wet road. How can you tell if your vehicles tyres are losing their grip on the surface?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
26
Q

In which conditions will your overall stopping distance increase?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
27
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You’re driving on an open road in dry weather. What distance should you keep from the vehicle in front?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
28
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How can you use your vehicles engine as a brake?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
29
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How can you ue anti-lock brakes when you need to stop in an emergency?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
30
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What lights should you use when you’re driving on a wet motorway and vehicles are throwing up surface spray?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
31
Q

What can result when you travel for long distances in neutral (known as coasting)?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
32
Q

What should you do before starting a journey in foggy weather?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
33
Q

What should you do when you’re overtaking a motorcyclist on a windy day?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A
34
Q

What does it mean if the electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light comes on briefly while you’re driving?

A)
B)
C)
D)

A

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