Driving Theory Flashcards
When are warning triangles used and how far should you place them away from the obstruction?
used when broken down, placed 45m (147 ft) away from obstruction
Cars parked on roads at night must use sidelights/parking lights if the speed limit exceeds…
30mph
Convex mirrors give…
a wider field of vision
When tackling a limited visibility junction…
use peep and creep and reflections to help you see
What should you be aware of when turning right?
motorcyclists
What should you be aware of when turning left?
cyclists and pedestrians
What must you do when carrying a baby in a rear-facing baby seat in the passenger seat?
deactivate the passenger airbags
If you are taking medication you should…
seek medical advice before driving
If you are feeling drowsy whilst driving you should…
stop and rest as soon as safe and legal, ensure you have good supply of fresh air
The 2 second rule (following distance) is used in what kind of conditions?
Good, dry conditions
On wet roads, you should increase following distance by how much?
Double (4 seconds)
In icy conditions, how much should you increase the following distance by?
10 seconds
In icy or snowy conditions, at what gear and speed should you drive?
in the highest gear possible at a slow speed
What are some signs of black ice?
steering feels light and tyres may sound quieter on the road.
Define tailgating
following another vehicle too closely
What should you do if a car is following too closely behind?
increase the stopping space in front of you to allow more time to stop in.
How can you use the engine to control your speed?
by changing to a lower gear
Define coasting
keeping the clutch down or being in neutral
Give two disadvantages of coasting
it gives less steering and less braking control
How should an emergency brake be applied?
Rapidly and firmly
When might ABS fail?
On loose road conditions
Why are ABS used?
to allow you to steer while braking
What is the main cause of skidding?
the driver
What should you do if your car begins to skid?
steer into it (eg. skid right, turn right)
How should you handle driving through a ford?
drive in a low gear and slowly, test your brakes afterwards
If a trailer starts snaking what should you do?
ease off of the gas and slow down gently
What are some things that affect stopping distance?
weather, tyre/brake conditions, speed of travel, health, ability, alertness
What is the stopping distance for 20mph?
40 ft (20mph x 2)
What is the stopping distance for 30mph?
75ft (30mph x 2.5)
What is the stopping distance for 40mph?
120ft (40mph x 3)
What is the stopping distance for 50mph?
175ft (50mph x 3.5)
What is the stopping distance for 60mph?
240ft (60mph x 4)
What is the stopping distance for 70 mph?
315ft (70mph x 4.5)
What does a vehicle with a green flashing beacon mean?
Dr on call
What does a vehicle with blue flashing lights mean?
Emergency service vehicles
When may you use hazard lights?
when stopped and temporarily obstructing traffic, when on hard shoulder (emergency only), when traffic suddenly slow ahead on a motorway
When do you use parking lights?
for parking
When do you use dipped headlights?
for driving in poor conditions/at night; prevents dazzling of other drivers
When do you use full beam lights?
when it won’t blind others, only when the road ahead is clear of traffic
When may you use your horn and flashing headlights?
To alert others of your presence. The horn should only be used to warn for danger
When may you use your fog lights?
When visibility is less than 100 meters (328 ft)
When should you leave your parking brakes on?
If parking on a 2 way road with a limit exceeding 30mph
If you have to park in fog what should you use?
sidelights (parking lights)
What lights should you use if surface spray occurs on the motorway?
Dipped headlights
Why shouldn’t you use rear fog lights when not necessary?
They will make brake lights less visible and dazzle following drivers.
What kind of lights do powered vehicles (motorized wheelchairs, etc.) have?
flashing amber light
What is the maximum speed limit for a powered vehicle (motorized wheelchair, etc.)?
8mph
What do flashing amber lights under a school warning sign do?
They warn you to slow down until clear of the area.
How should you reinforce signals safely?
Use arm signals.
What would a pedestrian in reflective clothing and carrying a red light signify?
An organized walk
What do green motorway studs signify?
a sliproad
What do red motorway studs signify?
the edge of the road
What do amber motorway studs signify?
between carriageways
What do white motorway studs signify?
lane markings
What lane should you be driving in on the motorway for normal driving?
the left lane
What lane should you be driving in on a motorway if you want to overtake?
the right lane
How do you find the nearest motorway emergency phone?
follow the directions on the marker posts
What should you do when entering the motorway?
Give way to traffic already on the motorway
Generally, what lane should you be in if you are planning to leave the motorway?
the left-hand lane
What do Active Traffic Management Systems do?
reduce congestion
If there are red flashing lights above all motorway lanes, what should you do?
stop and wait
If there are red flashing lights above a single lane on the motorway, what should you do?
Move into another lane as soon as it is safe to do so
What is the speed limit for trailers being towed on the motorway?
60mph
What lanes can trailers being towed use on the motorway?
Lanes 1 and 2; not right-hand lane unless lane closures
Who must not use motorways?
Leaner drivers and motorcyclists, farm tractors, horse riders, cyclists
What should your initial responses be at the scene of an accident?
Warn other drivers, contact authorities, DR ABC, stop bleeding, keep them warm, comfortable and accompanied
What does ABC stand for?
airway breathing, circulation
How should you treat bleeding?
Apply pressure and elevate; do not remove anything stuck in them
What are the signs of shock?
sweating, vomiting and grey skin
What is the depth and timing of chest compressions?
Depth of 4-5cm and 100 times per minute
When should you move casualities?
ONLY when in immediate and serious danger
What should you not give to injured people?
food, drink, cigarettes
What does a Registration Document contain details on?
registered keeper, make and model, number plate, engine size
Who’s responsibility is it that the V5C (Vehicle Registration Certificate) is updated with change of owner, address or car details?
the registered keeper’s
When should you notify the DVLA?
If you change: name, permanent address, vehicle, health issues or eyesight fails to meet requirements (or you have to start wearing corrective lenses)
What is the minimal level of insurance and what does it cover?
Third Party, covers damage to others (people, property and vehicles)
What is the maximum level of insurance and what does it cover?
Fully Comprehensive, covers you and your vehicle
What is your insurance premium?
how much the insurance costs you
What is a cover note?
is it issued before you receive your insurance policy
What is the excess of your insurance policy?
the amount you have to pay for each claim
What is the maximum specified fine for driving without insurance?
5000
What does standard insurance cover?
Covers the named drivers to drive a specific vehicle
What do you need in order to get Road Tax?
MOT and valid insurance
SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) lasts for how long? What does it do?
Lasts for 12 months and declares that the vehicle is not being used on the road
How long does an MOT last? When must it be obtained on new vehicles?
one year; must be obtained once the vehicle is 3 years old
What must you be/have to supervise a learner driver?
you must be over 21 and have had a valid full license for more than 3 years
What do you need to be road legal?
valid driving license, a clearly displayed and valid tax disc, proper and adequate insurance
If you get 6 points on your license within 2 years of passing your test, what happens?
You will have to reapply for your provisional license and retake both your theory and practical tests.
What is the maximum speed on a dual carriageway?
60 mph
How far can you park from a junction?
No closer than 10m (32ft) from a junction
What do street lights signify?
30 mph unless other signs present
When are you allowed to leave the engine running when you leave your vehicle?
Never
What is the minimum legal tyre tread depth?
1.6mm across central 3/4 of tyre all the way around
What must you legally make sure are in good condition?
Windscreen, headlights, seatbelts
When must passengers wear seatbelts?
Always, unless medically exempt
When must you not sound your horn?
Between the hours of 11:30 pm and 7am in built up areas
Who can ride in a caravan under tow?
No one
When must you give way to buses?
always, when safe to do so
If a police officer issues you with a Producer, what must you produce and where?
To the police station you must produce: insurance, MOT and driving license details
How long do you have to produce items to the police station when requested by a police officer?
7 days
How long do you have to report an accident involving damage, to the police?
report within 24 hours
What do red lights mean?
you must stop and wait behind the white stop line
What do green lights mean?
You may proceed IF your exit is not blocked
What do red and amber lights showing together mean?
You must wait for green before crossing stop line
What does a solid amber light mean?
stop at the stop line
What type of lights do zebra crossings have and what must you do at them?
flashing amber light, you must give way to pedestrians already crossing. Proceed when crossing is clear
What lights do puffin crossings have and what must you do at them?
light order: green, amber, red, amber and red, green. crossing detects when it is clear
Who can use toucan crossings?
Cyclists and pedestrians
What are pelican crossings
Pelican crossings use buttons, lights and sounds to allow pedestrians to cross the road safely. Pelican is short for Pedestrian Light Controlled Crossing.
What do zigzag lines at a crossing mean?
no parking and no overtaking
Who has priority if lights are out of order?
nobody
What is the first sign of a train approaching at a level crossing?
a solid amber light
What should you do if red lights are flashing at a level crossing?
Stop before the barrier
What should you do if you break down on a level crossing?
Get yourself and passengers clear of the vehicle and crossing, telephone signal operator, clear crossing IF and WHEN instructed
How will a school crossing patrol signal you to stop?
by displaying a stop sign
When are stop signs present?
When visibility is restricted.
What are the purpose of box junctions and when may you enter one?
to prevent the junction becoming blocked, you may only enter if your exit is clear; also, you may wait in a yellow box junction when oncoming traffic prevents you turning right
What do advanced stop lines do?
Allow cyclists to position in front of traffic
What does a solid white line at the left side on the road indicate?
the end of the carriageway
What are hazard approach lines for?
To warn you of your speed on approach
When may you cross double solid white lines?
When overtaking a road maintenance vehicle travelling 10mph or less
Which is the safest way to turn if two cars are turning right onto a crossroads?
offside to offside
Who has priority at unmarked crossroad?
no one
What should you do if a car is signaling to turn left at a junction you are pulling out of?
Wait until it has committed to the turn before pulling out in front
What do you do when overtaking?
Mirror, signal, maneuvers
When may you overtake another vehicle on the left?
if you are in a one way street, when the vehicle in front of you is signaling to the right, in slow moving traffic queues
What is the purpose of catalytic converters?
to reduce exhaust emissions and is found on the exhaust system
What can uneven tyre wear lead to?
faults in the braking, suspension and wheel alignment
What might unbalanced wheels cause?
steering to vibrate
What should you do before a long journey?
Check oil level
What does it suggest if your vehicle keeps bouncing when testing suspension?
worn shock absorbers
What should be used to fill up battery fluid and how much?
Distilled water, just above the cell plates
What causes brake fade?
Brakes overheating
What will aid in vehicle handling of a caravan/trailer?
a stabilizer
What is a breakaway cable?
a safety device added to the trailer breaking system
When should you inflate tyres more than recommended?
when carrying a heavy load, when roads are slippery
How should old oil be disposed?
correctly at the local authority sight
Where should you take a used battery?
a garage or local authority site.
What kind of car uses ‘kick-down’ and why?
An automatic, and to drop a gear and accelerate quickly
What do underinflated tyres lead to?
increased fuel consumption and affects braking
When should you check tyre pressure?
When tyres are cold
How much more fuel does driving at 70mph use then 50pmh?
30 percent more fuel
By how much can driving smoothly reduce consumption?
15%
What do unused roof racks do?
Waste fuel
How much of all emissions does road transport account for?
20%
What do loose filler caps do?
waste money and fuel, and cause potential danger to other road users as it is slippery
What does Pass Plus do?
Improves skills and reduces insurance costs
What direction can a horse rider go in in the left-hand lane?
Any direction
How do you pass horse riders?
slow and wide
If a pedestrian has a white stick with a red band, what does this mean?
they are deaf and blind
What does a dog wearing a yellow or burgundy coat warn of?
a deaf pedestrian
How can you deter theft?
get the number plate etched in the windows
What signifies an area reserved for trams?
there may be white line markings, and a different surface colour or texture
What should you do in traffic calming areas?
reduce your speed
How should you park on a hill?
Steer towards the kerb and apply the handbrake fully
When parking and leaving a car what should you do?
engage the steering lock
If you are parking facing uphill…
turn the steering wheel to the left
If you are parking facing downhill…
turn your front wheels towards the curb or the right shoulder
