Driving Theory Flashcards
What is the difference between pelican crossing and puffin crossing?
In pelican crossings when the red figure shows do not cross. When a steady green figure shows check the traffic has stopped and then cross with care. When the green figure begins to flash you should not start to cross. If you have already started you should have time to finish crossing safely
Puffin crossing differ from pelican crossing as the red and green figures are above the control box on your side of the rode and there is no flashing green figure phase
What are toucan crossings?
Light controlled crossings which allow cyclists and pedestrians to share crossing space and cross at the same time
What are class 2 vehicles? (powered wheelchairs and scooters)
Those with an upper speed limit of 4mph and are designed to be used on pavements
What are class 3 vehicles?
Those with an upper speed limit of 8mph and are equipped to be used on the road as well as the pavements
If powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters are used on a dual carriageway what should they have?
A flashing amber beacon
What should a horse drawn vehicle have at night?
A light showing white to the front and red to the rear
What do red circles give?
Orders
What do blue circles give?
A positive instruction
What do triangular signs give?
Warning signs
What does it mean when there is double white lines where the line nearest to you is broken?
This means you may cross the lines to overtake if it is safe, provided you can complete the manoeuvre before reaching a solid white line on your side
What do amber studs mark?
The central reservation of a dual carriageway or motorway
What do green studs mark?
The edge of the main carriageway at lay bus and slip roads
What do red studs mark?
The left edge of the road
What is the sign for a ring road?
Green rectangle with white R in the middle
In an actively managed area if you see a mandatory speed limit sign over the hard shoulder what does this mean?
The hard shoulder can be used as a running lane
You are waiting to emerge at a junction. Your view is restricted by parked vehicles. What can help you to see traffic on the road you are joining?
Reflections of traffic in shop windows
You are about to overtake a slow moving motorcyclist. What sign would make you take special care?
Red triangle with flag in the middle
An adult casualty is not breathing. To maintain circulation, compression should be given. What is the correct depth to press?
4 to 5cm
Your driving on a motorway when can you use hazard warning lights?
When you slow down quickly due to danger ahead
You are trying to move off on snow. You should use what?
The highest gear you can
Signals are normally given by direction indicators and what?
Brake lights
The most important reason for having a properly adjusted head restraint is to?
Help you avoid neck injury
When would it be necessary to use dipped headlights in daylight?
So other drivers can see you better in dull conditions
You are driving at night with full beam headlights on. A vehicle is overtaking you. You should dip your lights when?
As soon as the vehicle passes you
You are approaching a zebra crossing where pedestrians are waiting. Which arm signal might you give?
Up and down with arms (this shows you intend to slow down or stop)
You see this amber traffic light ahead. Which light or lights will come on next?
Red alone
What is the sequence for traffic lights?
Red, red and amber together, green, amber then red
You have broken down on a two way road. You have a warning triangle. You should place the warning triangle at least how far from your vehicle?
45 metres (147 feet)
On a foggy day you unavoidable have to park your car on the road. What should you leave on?
Leave your sidelights on
You are signalling to turn right in busy traffic. How would you confirm your intention safely?
Give an arm signal
What should you do when approaching the pelican crossing?
Stop only if the lights change to red and wait for the pedestrians to cross
Which sign means that pedestrians may be walking along the road?
Red triangle with man and child in it
You should never attempt to overtake a cyclist when?
Just before you turn left
What is the typical overall stopping distance at 40mph?
36m
You are towing a trailer on a motorway. What is your maximum speed limit?
60mph
Why is travelling in neutral for long distances wrong?
There is no engine breaking
You are carrying a 5 year old child in the back seat of your car. They are under 1.35m. A correct child restraint is not available. What must they do?
Use an adult seat belt
Could you park your car on red lines?
No, they mean no stopping at any time
What does a red triangle with a tram in it mean?
Trams crossing ahead
What should you carry for use in the event of a collision?
Fire extinguisher
You are on a motorway. There are red lights above every lane. You must do what?
Stop and wait
When using a motorway it is important that you do what?
Look much further ahead than you would using other roads
At traffic lights amber on its own means what?
Stop at the stop line
Where may you overtake on a one way street?
Either on the right or the left
What is the national speed limit on a single carriageway road for cars and motorcycles?
60mph
When would an anti-lock braking system start to work?
Just as the wheels are about to lock
When approaching a tunnel it is good advice to do what?
Turn your radio to a local channel
A rumble device is designed to do what?
Alert you to a hazard
What does the law require you to keep in good condition?
Seat belts
What is the legal minimum insurance cover you must have to drive on public roads?
Third party only
You have stalled in the middle of a level crossing and cannot restart the engine. The warning bell starts to ring. What should you do?
Get out and clear the crossing
On a motorway what is used to reduce traffic bunching?
Variable speed limits
You are parked on the road at night. Where must you use parking lights?
Where the speed limit exceeds 30 mph
What is the shortest overall stopping distance on a dry road at 60mph?
73m
A single carriageway road has the national speed limit sign. What is the maximum permitted speed for a car towing a trailer?
50mph
What is most likely to deter the theft of your vehicle?
An immobiliser
How do you signal to turn left?
Using a circular motion turn your arm in an anti clockwise direction
It is essential that tyre pressures are checked regularly. When should this be done?
When tyres are cold
What does a black end sign mean?
End of restriction
Unbalanced wheels on a car may cause what?
The steering to vibrate
Your car needs an MOT certificate. If you drive without one this could invalidate your what?
Insurance
For what reason may you use the right hand lane on a motorway?
For overtaking other vehicles
At a puffin crossing, which colour follows the green signal?
Steady amber
You want to turn right at a box junction. There is oncoming traffic. You should do what?
Wait in the box junction if the exit is clear
In good conditions, what is the typical stopping distance at 70mph?
96 metres (315 feet)
What is the speed limit on a motorway for a car pulling a trailer?
60mph
You’re towing a small trailer on a busy three lane motorway. All the lanes are open. What must you do?
Use only the left and centre lanes
You are waiting at a T junction. A vehicle is coming from the right with the left signal flashing. What should you do?
Wait until the vehicle starts to turn
Missing out some gears saves fuel by reducing the amount of time you spend doing what?
Accelerating
At an incident a small child is not breathing. To restore normal breathing you should breath into their mouth _____?
Gently
Anti- lock brakes may not work as effectively if the road surface is what?
Loose
At puffin crossings which light will not show to a driver?
Flashing amber
Driving at 70mph uses more fuel than driving at 50mph by up to what?
30%
On motorways you should never overtake on the left unless what?
There is a due of slow moving traffic to your right that is moving more slowly than you are
What should you do when parking your vehicle facing downhill?
Turn the steering wheel towards the kerb
Ahead of you there is a moving vehicle with a flashing amber beacon. This means it is what?
Slow moving
You are on a dual carriageway. Ahead you see a vehicle with an amber flashing light. What could this be?
A disabled persons vehicle
What colour are the temporary reflective road studs at road works?
Yellow/green
When a roof rack is not in use it should be removed. Why is this?
It will waste full
What should not be kept in your vehicle?
The vehicle documents
When can you park on the left when there is a dotted line on your side and a straight line on the other side of the road?
To pick up or set down passengers
You have to make a journey in fog. What should you do before you set out?
Make sure the windows are clean
Why would you use the high occupancy vehicle lane?
It is for vehicles that have two or more occupants
What happens where the line in the middle of the road lengthens and the gaps shorten?
Means that there is a hazard ahead
How can you plan your route before starting a long journey?
Use a route planner on the internet
You are travelling along the left hand lane of a three lane of a three lane motorway . Traffic is joining from a slip road? You should do what?
Move to another lane
What do red and white markers show?
A concealed level crossing
The legal minimum depth of tread for car tyres over three quarters of the breadth is what?
1.6mm
What does a gate with a red triangle show?
Level crossing with gate or barrier
You have broken down on a motorway. To find the nearest emergency telephone you should always walk which way?
In the direction shown on the marker posts
What is the national speed limit for cars on a single carriageway road?
60mph
How can you prevent your car radio being stolen?
Install a security coded radio
When driving a car fitted with automatic transmission what would you use “kick down” for?
Quick acceleration
You are approaching a busy junction. There are several lanes with road markings. At the last moment you realise you are in the wrong lane. What should you do?
Continue in that lane
What does the warning light with a ! mean?
A fault in the breaking system
You have too much oil in your engine. What could this cause?
Oil leaks
Turning the steering wheel while your car is stationary can cause damage to what?
Tyres
For how long is the statuary off road notification valid?
Until the vehicle is taxed sold or scrapped
What does a red triangle with a bike in it mean?
Cycle route ahead
You are on a motorway at night. You must have your headlights switched on unless?
Your vehicle is broken down on the hard shoulder
You can park on the right hand side of a road at night when?
In a one way street
You are driving on an urban clearway. You may stop only to what?
Set down and pick up passengers
You are travelling at 50mph on a good dry road. What is your typical overall stopping distance?
53m
What should you do when you see a red triangle with a ford sign?
Use a low gear and drive slowly
Your vehicle is fitted with anti locking brakes. To stop quickly in an emergency you should?
Brake rapidly and firmly without releasing the pedal
How long is the MOT certificate valid for?
12 months from the date of issue
What types of car insurance cover are available?
Third party, comprehensive, third party, fire and theft
