Driving Theory Test Flashcards
How will a school crossing patrol, signal you to stop?
By displaying a stop sign
You are at the front of a queue of traffic waiting to turn right into a side road. Why is it important to check your right mirror just before turning?
To check for overtaking vehicles
You are driving towards a level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train?
A steady amber light
You are driving along a road that has a cycle lane. The lane was marked by a solid white line. This means that during the period of operation..
You must not drive in that lane.
You forget to switch off your rear fog lights when the fog has cleared. This may..
- Cause brake lights to be less clear
- Be breaking the law
- Dazzle other road users
You are about to go down a steep hill. To control the speed of your vehicle you should..
Select a low gear and use the brakes carefully.
What is the maximum permitted speed for a car towing a trailer?
50mph
You are towing a trailer on a motorway. What is the maximum permitted speed?
60mph
When may you us hazard warning lights when driving?
On a motorway or unrestricted dual carriageway, to warn of a hazard ahead.
You are approaching a zebra crossing where pedestrians are waiting. Which are signal might you give?
Arm out of the window waving up and down.
How old must you be to supervise a learner driver?
21 years old
While driving behind a vehicle on a road that is slippery and wet, what time gap should you leave between their car and yours?
4 seconds
How long must you have held your full EC/EEA driving license for, before supervising a learner driver?
3 years
What vehicle should you allow extra room for when you overtake?
Bikes
In which scenario should you never consider overtaking cyclists?
Immediately before making a left-hand turn.
In addition to sentencing a driving offence, what is the procedure a disqualified driver has to follow to re-obtain a driving license?
Resit all tests after their period of disqualification has concluded and apply for a new driving license.
You are waiting to emerge at a junction but parker vehicles are restricting you view. What can you do to help you see?
Look in a shop window’s reflection of traffic.
If turning left to enter a side road, which hazard should you watch out for the most?
Pedestrians.
You arrive at a pelican crossing with a central island. Should you treat it as one single crossing or two separate crossings.
Two separate crossings
Which of these following vehicles will use a blue flashing beacon?
- Bomb disposal
- Police patrol
- Blood transfusion
In which of these situations should you avoid overtaking?
Approaching a dip in the road
As you approach a bridge you should…
- Consider using your horn
- Slow down
- Beware of pedestrians
You are at an incident where a casualty is unconscious. Their breathing should be checked. This should be done for at least…
10 seconds
When are you allowed to use hazard warning lights?
When stopped and temporarily obstructing traffic
