Asked Questions Flashcards
When can you overtake on the left?
When the driver in front of you has moved out and signaled, and many are waiting ahead.
When can you overtake on the left?
When traffic in both lanes is moving slowly and traffic in the left-hand lane is moving more quickly than the traffic in the right-hand lane.
What is meant by a solid white line in the centre of the road?
You must stay to the left and must not cross the line unless it is for access or in an emergency.
What does a broken yellow line mean?
It indicates a hard shoulder. Where cyclists and pedestrians can stop but can be used briefly to allow faster cars to overtake
What does double broken white lines along the centre of the road mean?
These alert the driver to continuous white lines a short distance ahead. You must not cross them unless it is safe to do so.
At a stop sign that has no white line, where should you stop?
You must stop at the sign.
Where there is a continuous & a broken white line along the centre of the road, which one do you obey?
You must obey the line that is nearest you.
Who has priority at a roundabout?
You must give right of way to traffic already on a roundabout.
What must you do at a stop sign?
You must stop at the sign.
When there is a continuous & a broken white line along the centre of the road, which one do you obey?
You must obey the line that is nearest you.
Who has priority at a roundabout?
You must give right of way to traffic already on a roundabout.
When should you dip your headlights while driving?
When meeting other traffic, when following close behind another vehicle, on continuously lit roads, in snow, fog, dusk/dawn, generally to avoid inconveniencing other traffic.
What should you do if you are dazzled by another vehicle’s headlights?
Slow down & stop if necessary, watch for pedestrians or cyclists, look towards the left verge if dazzled by an oncoming vehicle, operate the night-driving mode on your mirror if dazzled by a vehicle behind you.
What are the restrictions on using the horn?
Do not use a horn in a built-up area between 11.30pm & 7.00 am, unless there is an emergency.
Within what distance from the kerb should you park?
45cm.
Where should you not overtake?
You should not overtake in areas where it is prohibited or unsafe.
What is the sequence of traffic lights?
Green, Amber, Red.
What does a clearway mean?
No parking during specified times or stopping unless you are waiting in a line of traffic.
What rules apply to a box junction?
You must not enter a box junction unless you can clear it.
What is the difference between a pelican crossing and a zebra crossing?
A pelican crossing has traffic lights; a zebra crossing has flashing orange beacons.
What does an island in the centre of a pedestrian crossing mean?
Zebra crossings with a central island should be treated as two separate crossings.
How do staggered pelican crossings count?
Pelican crossings on either side of the central island that are not in a straight line count as two separate crossings.
What do the white zig-zag lines at a zebra crossing mean?
No overtaking or parking.
What is the speed limit on national roads (primary & secondary)?
100 km/h.
What is the speed limit on motorways?
120 km/h.
What are the speed limits in built-up areas?
50 km/h.
What is the speed limit on national roads (primary & secondary)?
100 km/h
This speed limit applies unless otherwise indicated.
What is the speed limit on motorways?
120 km/h
This speed limit is standard unless specific conditions apply.
What are the speed limits in built-up areas?
Usually 50 km/h, with special limits of 30 km/h or 60 km/h
Special speed limits apply to designated roads and zones.
What is the minimum tread depth on tyres?
1.6 mm over the main treads
This is the legal requirement for most vehicles on the road.
What is a with-flow bus lane?
A lane that runs in the same direction as adjacent traffic and can be used by bicyclists, taxis, and buses
It is reserved during specified times shown on the information plate.
What is a contra-flow bus lane?
A lane reserved only for buses, where no other traffic may use it
This applies both day and night.
How far away should you park from a junction?
Over 5 metres
This distance helps to ensure clear visibility for all road users.
What position should you take for a right turn in a one-way street?
Drive as close as possible to the right-hand side
This positioning aids in safely making the turn.
What are hatched markings?
Areas marked with diagonal lines that indicate no stopping or parking
These markings help to keep certain areas clear for safety.
True or False: Overtaking is allowed at a zebra crossing.
False
Zebra crossings are designated for pedestrian safety.
Fill in the blank: The minimum tread depth on tyres is _______.
1.6 mm
What position should you take up for a right turn in a one-way street?
Drive as close as you can to the right-hand side.
What are hatched markings?
Diagonal or chevron markings on the road for:
* Merging traffic
* Diverging traffic
* Separating traffic travelling in opposite directions
What does a yield sign mean?
Give way to traffic on a major road ahead or on the roundabout and do not proceed unless safe.
What is a filter light?
An arrow light (green or amber) indicating you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if safe.
What action should you take when approaching traffic lights that change to amber?
Stop unless it is unsafe to do so.
What does a flashing amber traffic light mean?
Proceed if the crossing is clear but pedestrians have priority.
What do flashing red traffic lights mean?
Stop, train approaching.
What does a continuous yellow line at the side of a road mean?
No parking during certain hours.
What do double continuous yellow lines at the side of the road mean?
No parking at any time.
What does the sign ‘No parking during certain hours’ indicate?
Parking restrictions during specified times
This sign is used to manage parking availability for specific periods.
Where should you not park near?
Near a bend, the brow of a hill, a hump back bridge, opposite a single or continuous white line, obstructing a sign, at an entrance, opposite another vehicle on a narrow road, a taxi rank, near a junction, at a bus stop, on a footpath
These locations are typically restricted to ensure safety and traffic flow.
What is the maximum distance you should park from a pedestrian crossing?
15 metres before or 5 metres after.
What procedure must be adopted if crossing a dual carriageway with a narrow central median?
Wait until you can complete the crossing if the median is too narrow for your vehicle.
What are the differences between a motorway and a dual carriageway?
On motorways: exits to left only, no traffic lights, no junctions, no roundabouts, 120Kph speed limits may apply.
At an unmarked crossroads with roads of equal importance, who has priority?
Give priority to traffic on the junction & traffic approaching from your right.
What are the road markings for no entry?
A continuous & a broken white line with the words ‘NO ENTRY’.
What should you look out for on country roads?
Pedestrians, animals, muddy surfaces, concealed entrances, slow moving farm machinery.
When being overtaken, what must you not do?
Increase your speed.
What does the sign ‘No parking during certain hours’ indicate?
Parking restrictions during specified times
This sign is used to manage parking availability for specific periods.
Where should you not park near?
Near a bend, the brow of a hill, a hump back bridge, opposite a single or continuous white line, obstructing a sign, at an entrance, opposite another vehicle on a narrow road, a taxi rank, near a junction, at a bus stop, on a footpath
These locations are typically restricted to ensure safety and traffic flow.
What is the maximum distance you should park from a pedestrian crossing?
15 metres before or 5 metres after.
What procedure must be adopted if crossing a dual carriageway with a narrow central median?
Wait until you can complete the crossing if the median is too narrow for your vehicle.
What are the differences between a motorway and a dual carriageway?
On motorways: exits to left only, no traffic lights, no junctions, no roundabouts, 120Kph speed limits may apply.
At an unmarked crossroads with roads of equal importance, who has priority?
Give priority to traffic on the junction & traffic approaching from your right.
What are the road markings for no entry?
A continuous & a broken white line with the words ‘NO ENTRY’.
What should you look out for on country roads?
Pedestrians, animals, muddy surfaces, concealed entrances, slow moving farm machinery.
When being overtaken, what must you not do?
Increase your speed.
What should you give priority to at a junction?
Traffic on the junction & traffic approaching from your right
What are the road markings for no entry?
A broken white line with the words ‘NO ENTRY’
What should you look out for on country roads?
- Pedestrians
- Animals
- Muddy surfaces
- Concealed entrances
- Slow moving farm machinery
What must you not do when being overtaken?
Increase your speed
Where would you never make a U-turn?
- In a one-way street
- Where there is a continuous white line or lines
- Where a sign directs you
What is meant by tailgating?
Driving too close to a vehicle in front, not keeping a safe distance
What human factors can affect your driving?
- Alcohol
- Drugs (prescription and non-prescription)
- Tiredness & fatigue
- Road rage
- Attitude
What is coasting and why is it potentially dangerous?
Coasting is when the vehicle is not being driven by the engine; it is dangerous because it reduces the driver’s control of the vehicle
Who is responsible for seat belts for passengers under 17 years of age?
The driver is responsible
Who is responsible for seat belts for passengers 17 years of age and over?
The person themselves
When following the road ahead on a multi-lane dual carriageway, which lane would you normally use?
Lane 1 or the left-hand driving lane, unless road markings indicate otherwise
What is the ‘2 second rule’?
A measure of a safe following distance of at least 2 seconds in dry conditions, doubled in the wet and extended further in icy conditions
