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Legal Matters/Rules of the Road Flashcards

1
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How should an L plate be composed?

A

A red L on a white background.

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Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency?

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Gardai, Fire Brigade, Ambulance

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Where should L plates be displayed on cars?

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Both front and rear

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What is the maximum gross weight of a vehicle that may be driven by the holder of a category B driving license?

A

3,500 kgs

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5
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When should children be allowed to drive a tractor?

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Children should never be allowed to drive a tractor.

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6
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What is the maximum permissible speed for cars and motorcycles on motorways?

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120 km/h

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7
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Unless otherwise indicated, what is the maximum permissible speed for cars or motorcycles on national roads?

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100 km/h

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Unless otherwise indicated what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a caravan on national roads?

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80 km/h

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9
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Unless otherwise indicated, what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a caravan on a motorway?

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80 km/h

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10
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Unless otherwise indicated, what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a trailer on a motorway?

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80 km/h

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Unless otherwise indicated, what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing on a motorway?

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80 km/h

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12
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Where is a driver allowed to park?

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Where the driver is not blocking other road users their view of traffic signals or the road ahead.

Explanation: It is an offence to park at the side of a road that has a single or double continuous white line along its centre. Parking on such a road could create an obstruction and may cause inconvenience or danger to other road users.

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13
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What distance before a zebra crossing is parking prohibited?

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15 metres

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14
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Within what distance of a road junction is parking prohibited?

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5 metres

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15
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Is a driver permitted to park at an entrance to a property?

A

Yes with the property owner’s consent

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16
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When is parking permitted on a footpath?

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It is never permitted to park on a footpath

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17
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When is double parking permitted?

A

It is never permitted

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18
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When is parking permitted at a taxi rank?

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Parking at a taxi rank is prohibited unless driving a taxi

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19
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When is parking permitted at a sharp bend?

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Parking is never permitted at a sharp bend

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20
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When is parking permitted on the brow of a hill?

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Parking is never permitted on the brow of a hill

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21
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What is the purpose of traffic calming measures?

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To slow down traffic in the vincinity

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22
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When may a trailer be towed on a public road without a rear number plate?

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Never, a number plate must always be displayed.

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23
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What traffic may use a cycle lane accompanied by a continuous white line?

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Cyclists and motorised wheelchairs

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Apart from cyclists and motorised wheelchairs, what other road users may use an unoccupied cycle lane accompanied by a broken white line?

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All drivers may make temporary use

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25
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When must drivers stop at an automated railway level crossing with barriers and red flashing lights?

A

Stop safely when the amber light shows, or when red lights start to flash

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26
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At a railway level crossing with unattended gates, what should a car driver do?

A

Open both gates before proceeding to cross

Explanation: At a level crossing with unattended gates a driver must stop, look for trains and listen for the sound of a horn or approaching trains. If it is safe, open both gates, complete the crossing and then close both gates.

27
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What do flashing amber arrows indicate at a junction?

A

When safe, drivers should proceed in the direction indicated

28
Q

When do temporary speed limits apply at roadworks?

A

For the duration of the roadworks

29
Q

When wanting to stop temporarily in a congested area where should the driver park?

A

Park in a safe, legal and convenient place

30
Q

What is a clearway?

A

An area where stopping and parking is not permitted during certain times

31
Q

What restriction applies to a driver’s full licence if they have passed their test on a vehicle with automatic transmission?

A

They may not drive vehicles with manual transmission.

32
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What roads are learner permit holder allowed to drive on?

A

All roads except motorways.

33
Q

Which roads are learner permit holders NOT allowed to drive on?

A

They may not drive on motorways.

34
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Is it permitted to use a vehicle in a public place without a current tax disc displayed?

A

No, all motor vehicles must display a current tax disc

35
Q

If a driver wishes to drive a vehicle but the tax disc is expired, what should they do?

A

They should tax it immediately.

Explanation: A motor vehicle must be taxed and must display the up-to-date tax disc before it may be taken on the road.

36
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If a driver wishes to drive another vehicle which is not currently taxed, would they be allowed to transfer the current tax disc from their own vehicle onto it?

A

Under no circumstances should a tax disc be transferred to another vehicle

37
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When a vehicle is being driven by a person who is not the owner, who is responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is taxed and that a current tax disc is displayed?

A

The driver and/or the owner of the vehicle are responsible.

38
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When must a current tax disc be displayed on a new vehicle on a public road?

A

At all times when the vehicle is on a public road.

39
Q

Who is entitled to see a driver’s vehicle registration document?

A

A Garda may ask you to produce the vehicles registration document at a named Garda station

Explanation: A Garda may demand to see your driving licence at any time, and you should always carry this with you when driving. A Garda may also examine your insurance disc, tax disc and NCT disc (if applicable). A Garda may ask you to produce other documents (including the vehicles registration document) at a named Garda station within 10 days.

40
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If a vehicle is being driven by someone who is not the owner but has the owner’s consent, who should ensure that the driver is properly insured?

A

The driver and the vehicle owner.

41
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Is a driver still insured to drive their vehicle after their insurance policy has expired?

A

The driver is not insured after the expiry of the policy.

42
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If a driver wishes to drive another privately owned vehicle but they are uncertain if they are insured to drive that vehicle, what should they do?

A

A driver should contact their own insurer to confirm whether or not their insurance policy covers the driving of other vehicles.

43
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When a driver wishes to drive a vehicle and they are not sure if they are covered by insurance, what should they do?

A

They should not drive until their insurance company confirms that they are insured.

44
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What is the minimum insurance cover a driver needs to drive on a public road?

A

Third party.

45
Q

If a driver passes their test using a vehicle with automatic transmission, which vehicles are they licensed to drive?

A

Only automatic vehicles in the licence category.

46
Q

Where can drivers locate the maximum authorised mass (MAM) of their vehicle?

A

On a metal plate on the vehicle.

Explanation: The plate displaying the maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) of a vehicle is normally located under the bonnet or in the passenger compartment. If you are not sure where it is located on your vehicle, check the drivers handbook supplied with the vehicle.

47
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What colour traffic light comes on after the green?

A

Amber only.

48
Q

What colour traffic light comes on after a non-flashing amber light?

A

Red only.

49
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What do flashing amber lights at a pelican crossing mean?

A

Stop and give way to pedestrians - proceed if the way is clear.

50
Q

What road users must comply with traffic lights (including pedestrian lights)?

A

All road users.

51
Q

Who can use a signed cycle track accompanied by a continuous white line on the left hand side?

A

Cyclists and users of motorised wheelchairs.

52
Q

What lights indicate a zebra crossing?

A

Flashing amber beacons.

53
Q

What do temporary traffic lights at road works mean?

A

A driver must comply with the lights at all times.

54
Q

When must the holder of a learner permit display L plates on their car?

A

At all times when driving.

55
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How would a driver calculate the maximum overall permitted weight of their vehicle?

A

By adding the unladen weight of the vehicle to the load permitted to be carried.

56
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What is the maximum authorised mass (MAM) of a car that may be driven by the holder of a category B driving licence?

A

3,500 kgs

57
Q

What is the maximum number of passengers that may be carried in a vehicle driven by the holder of a Category B driving licence?

A

8 passengers.

58
Q

When can the holder of a Category W learner permit carry a passenger?

A

Only when the passenger also holds a Category W driving licence and the vehicle is designed to carry a passenger.

59
Q

Is a driver allowed to use rebated (green) diesel fuel in a car on a public road?

A

Green diesel may never be used in a car

60
Q

When must a tractor or works vehicle be fitted with a rear-view mirror?

A

A rear view mirror must always be fitted

61
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When traffic lights are green, when should a driver not proceed?

A

When it would be unsafe to do so

62
Q

What does the broken yellow line road marking mean?

A

Passing is permitted in either direction

63
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What should a driver do when approaching traffic lights that change from green to amber?

A

Stop unless it is unsafe to do so

64
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What should a driver do at an amber traffic light?

A

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