Driver theory test Flashcards

1
Q

With regard to vehicle speed what should a driver do at night

A

Drive at a speed that enables the driver to stop within the distance they can see ahead of them.

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2
Q

Is a driver allowed to sound their horn at night

A

Yes but between 11.30p.m. and 7.00a.m. The horn may only be sounded in an emergency

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3
Q

A learner permit driver who has received 7 points in 3 years will be banned for how many months

A

6 months

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4
Q

In general, above what gross vehicle weight must a trailer have brakes fitted

A

750 kg

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5
Q

Is a driver still insured to drive after their insurance has expired

A

No a driver is not insured to drive if their insurance has expired

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6
Q

What are the fine amounts and penalty points incurred for a learner driver driving unaccompanied

A

€80 and 2 penalty points

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7
Q

What should a driver do if traffic comes to a halt in a tunnel

A

Switch off the engine.

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8
Q

What does a yellow line road marking and a sign that reads mon-fri, 07.00-09.30 mean

A

No parking at those times

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9
Q

What is the minimum stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 50 km/h on a dry road

A

25 metres

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10
Q

What percentage of the 169 drivers killed in alcohol related accidents had consumed alcohol

A

92%

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11
Q

To inform the emergency services of a crash what telephone number should be called

A

112

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12
Q

On a busy road how should a driver allow passengers out of a car

A

Stop and allow them out on the side nearest the kerb

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13
Q

What does a 2 plus 1 road have

A

Two lanes of traffic travelling in one direction and one travelling in the other

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14
Q

When should tyre pressure be checked

A

When the tyres are cold

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15
Q

When calling for help on an emergency telephone on the motorway who does the call go to

A

Gardai

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16
Q

What should a driver do if they have been in an incident where property was damaged

A

Contact the property owner, there is no need to contact the gardai if the property owner has been contacted.

17
Q

What is the minimum penalty points received by a learner driver not. Displaying l plates on both front and back of the vehicle

A

2 penalty points