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What advice should you give to a driver who has had a few alcoholic drinks at a party?

A

Go home by public transport

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What should you do if you begin to feel drowsy while you’re driving?

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Stop and rest as soon as possible

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What should you do if you become tired while you’re driving on a motorway?

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Leave the motorway at the next exit and rest

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When should you use hazard warning lights?

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When your vehicle has broken down and is causing an obstruction

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Where would you expect to see these markers?

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On a large goods vehicle

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What’s the main hazard shown in this picture?

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The cyclist crossing the road

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Which road user has caused a hazard?

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The parked car (arrowed A)

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What should the driver of the car approaching the crossing do?

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Slow down and get ready to stop

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What should the driver of the red car (arrowed) do?

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Wait for the pedestrian in the road to cross

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What should you do as you approach this overhead bridge?

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Be prepared to give way to large vehicles in the middle of the road

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What’s the main hazard the driver of the red car (arrowed) should be aware of?

A

he bus may move out into the road

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What type of vehicle displays this yellow sign?

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A school bus

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What does the solid white line at the side of the road indicate?

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Edge of the carriageway

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You’re driving towards this level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train?

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A steady amber light

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You’re behind this cyclist. When the traffic lights change, what should you do?

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Allow the cyclist time and room

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You intend to turn left at the traffic lights. What should you do just before turning?

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Check for bicycles on your left

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17
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Why should you reduce your speed here?

A

A staggered junction is ahead

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What might you expect to happen in this situation?

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Traffic will move into the left-hand lane

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You’re driving on a road with several lanes. What do these signs above the lanes mean?

A

The two left lanes are open

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You’re driving on a one-way street. What should you do if you realise you’ve taken the wrong route?

A

Continue and find another route

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You’re driving on this dual carriageway. Why may you need to slow down?

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There are roadworks ahead of you

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What should you do if the vehicle starts reversing off the driveway?

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Sound your horn and be prepared to stop

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You’ve just been overtaken by this motorcyclist. What should you do if the rider cuts in sharply?

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Keep a safe gap

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You want to turn left at this junction. What should you do if your view of the main road is restricted?

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Approach slowly and edge out until you can see more clearly

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What should you do if it’s raining and you’re following this lorry on a motorway?

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Be aware of spray reducing your vision

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You’re driving towards this left-hand bend. What danger should you be anticipating?

A

Pedestrians walking towards you

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What should you do if the traffic in the left-hand lane is slowing?

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Slow down, keeping a safe separation distance

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28
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Why should the junction on the left be kept clear?

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To allow vehicles to enter and emerge

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You’re invited to a pub lunch. What should you do if you know that you’ll have to drive in the evening?

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Don’t drink any alcohol at all

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30
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What will become more expensive after you’ve been convicted of driving while unfit through drink or drugs?

A

Insurance premiums

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What should you do about driving if you’ve been taking medicine that causes drowsiness?

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Avoid driving and check with your doctor

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What should you do if a doctor prescribes drugs that are likely to affect your driving?

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Get someone else to drive

33
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What must you do if your ability to drive is impaired during a period of illness?

A

Stop driving until you’re fit to drive again

34
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You’re about to drive home. What should you do if you feel very tired and have a severe headache?

A

Wait until you’re fit and well before driving

35
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What can you do to help prevent tiredness on a long journey?

A

Take regular refreshment breaks

36
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You take some cough medicine given to you by a friend. What should you do before driving your car?

A

Check the label to see if the medicine will affect your driving

37
Q

What will be a serious distraction while you’re driving?

A

Looking at road maps

38
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You’ve been involved in an argument that’s made you feel angry. What should you do before starting your journey?

A

Calm down

39
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You’re about to drive your car. What should you do if you can’t find the glasses you need to wear?

A

Find a way of getting home without driving

40
Q

How does drinking alcohol affect your driving behaviour?

A

It increases confidence

41
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Why should you check the information leaflet before taking any medicine?

A

Some types of medicine can affect your ability to drive safely

42
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You need glasses to read a vehicle number plate at the required distance. When must you wear them?

A

Whenever you’re driving

43
Q

Which type of glasses would make driving at night more difficult?

A

Tinted

44
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What can seriously reduce your ability to concentrate?

A

Drugs

45
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What must you do if your eyesight has become very poor and you’re no longer able to meet the driver’s eyesight requirements?

A

Tell the driver licensing authority

46
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You’re driving a car fitted with automatic transmission. When would you use ‘kick down’?

A

To accelerate quickly

47
Q

When may you use hazard warning lights?

A

When driving on a motorway to warn traffic behind of a hazard ahead

48
Q

You’re waiting to emerge at a junction. Your view is restricted by parked vehicles. What can help you to see traffic on the road you’re joining?

A

Reflections of traffic in windows

49
Q

What must you do if poor health affects your driving?

A

Inform the licensing authority

50
Q

What should you do if you start to feel drowsy while you’re driving on a motorway?

A

Open a window and stop as soon as it’s safe and legal

51
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What should the driver of the grey car be especially aware of?

A

Doors opening on parked cars

52
Q

What should you expect if you see this sign ahead?

A

The road will bend sharply to the left

53
Q

What should you do as you approach this cyclist?

A

Slow down and allow the cyclist to turn

54
Q

Why must you take great care when emerging from this junction?

A

The view is restricted

55
Q

Which type of vehicle should you be ready to give way to as you approach this bridge?

A

Buses

56
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What type of vehicle could you expect to meet in the middle of the road?

A

Lorry

57
Q

What must you do at this junction?

A

Stop behind the line, then edge forward to see clearly

58
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What should you do if a driver pulls out of a side road in front of you, causing you to brake hard?

A

Ignore the error and stay calm

59
Q

How would age affect an older person’s driving ability?

A

They’ll take longer to react to hazards

60
Q

Do you need to plan rest stops when you’re planning a long journey?

A

Yes, regular stops help concentration

61
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What should you do if the red lights start flashing as you approach a level crossing?

A

Stop before the barrier

62
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You’re approaching a crossroads. What should you do if the traffic lights have failed?

A

Be prepared to stop for any traffic

63
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You’re following a slower-moving vehicle. What should you do if there’s a junction just ahead on the right?

A

Only consider overtaking when you’re past the junction

64
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Why are vehicle mirrors often slightly curved (convex)?

A

They give a wider field of vision

65
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You’re on a three-lane motorway. How should you overtake a slow-moving lorry in the middle lane if it’s showing this sign?

A

Approach with care and overtake on the left of the lorry

66
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What should you do if you think the driver of the vehicle in front has forgotten to cancel their right indicator?

A

Stay behind and don’t overtake

67
Q

What hazard should you be aware of when travelling along this street?

A

Children running out between vehicles

68
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What’s the main hazard you should be aware of when following this cyclist?

A

The cyclist may swerve into the road

69
Q

A driver’s behaviour has upset you. How can you get over this incident safely?

A

Stop and take a break

70
Q

How should you drive in areas with traffic-calming measures?

A

At a reduced speed

71
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Why should you slow down as you approach this hazard?

A

Because of the level crossing

72
Q

Why are place names painted on the road surface?

A

To help you select the correct lane in good time

73
Q

Some two-way roads are divided into three lanes. Why are they particularly dangerous?

A

Traffic in both directions can use the middle lane to overtake

74
Q

What type of vehicle uses an amber flashing beacon on a dual carriageway?

A

A tractor

75
Q

What does this signal from a police officer mean to oncoming traffic?

A

Stop

76
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Why should you be cautious when going past this bus waiting at a bus stop?

A

People may cross the road in front of it

77
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Where would it be unsafe to overtake?

A

Approaching a junction

78
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How can drinking alcohol affect your ability to drive?

A

Your ability to judge speed will be reduced

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