Practical Deck 9

Question 1

(See Fig.106) You are on Park Viaduct Rd and are approaching the traffic lights of a traffic light controlled roundabout. You want to turn right and exit at the third exit which is Windmill Rd. Envision what you will do and where will you position your car before and during being on the roundabout.

Answer 1

(See Fig.107)
1. 6 car lengths before giveway line, indicate right and be on the right side of the lane.
2. When first traffic light is green, drive allong the right lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should still be the right lane.
3. When the second traffic light is green, drive allong the middle lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should now be the left lane. This is when you should indicate left
4. When the third traffic light is green, drive allong the left lane and follow the road out of the roundabout. Cancel indication.
In Short:
Starting from approaching roundabout
(going past 1st traffic light - Right lane
going past 2nd traffic light - Middle lane
going past 3rd traffic light - left lane)

Question 2

(See Fig.110) You are on the A603 and are approaching the traffic lights of a traffic light controlled roundabout. You want to turn right and exit at the fouth exit (U Turn) which is East Road. Envision what you will do and where will you position your car before and during being on the roundabout.

Answer 2

(See Fig.111)
1. 6 car lengths before giveway line, indicate right and be on the right side of the lane.
2. When first traffic light is green, drive allong the right lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should still be the right lane.
3. When the second traffic light is green, drive allong the right lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should still be the right lane.
4. When the third traffic light is green, indicate left and drive allong the middle lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should now be the middle lane.
5. When the fourth traffic light is green, indicate left and drive allong the left lane and follow the road out of the roundabout. Cancel indication.
In Short:
Starting from approaching roundabout
(going past 1st traffic light - right lane
going past 2nd traffic light - right lane
going past 3rd traffic light - middle lane
going past 4th traffic light - left lane)

Question 3

Envision what the exterior of the engine oil dipstick looks like (from the perspective of having just opened the bonnet)

Answer 3

(See Fig.112)

Question 4

(See Fig.113) You are where the red dot is and are approaching the traffic lights of a traffic light controlled roundabout. You want to turn left and exit at the first exit which is Bretton Gate. Envision what you will do and where will you position your car before and during being on the roundabout.

Answer 4

(See Fig.114)
1. 6 car lengths before giveway line, indicate left and be on the left side of the lane.
2. When the traffic light is green, drive allong the left lane and follow the road out of the roundabout. Cancel indication.
In Short:
Starting from approaching roundabout
(going past 1st traffic light - left lane)

Question 5

(See Fig.115) You are where the red dot is and are approaching the traffic lights of a traffic light controlled roundabout. You want to turn left and exit at the first exit which is the A2. Envision what you will do and where will you position your car before and during being on the roundabout.

Answer 5

(See Fig.116)
1. 6 car lengths before giveway line, indicate left and be on the left side of the lane.
2. When the traffic light is green, drive allong the left lane and follow the road out of the roundabout. Cancel indication.
In Short:
Starting from approaching roundabout
(going past 1st traffic light - left lane)

Question 6

(See Fig.117) You are where the red dot is and are approaching the traffic lights of a traffic light controlled roundabout. You want to turn right and exit at the fouth exit (U Turn). Envision what you will do and where will you position your car before and during being on the roundabout.

Answer 6

(See Fig.118)
1. 6 car lengths before giveway line, indicate right and be on the right side of the lane.
2. When first traffic light is green, drive allong the right lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should still be the right lane.
3. When the second traffic light is green, drive allong the right lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should still be the right lane.
4. When the third traffic light is green, indicate left and drive allong the middle lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should now be the middle lane.
5. When the fourth traffic light is green, indicate left and drive allong the left lane and follow the road out of the roundabout. Cancel indication.
In Short:
Starting from approaching roundabout
(going past 1st traffic light - right lane
going past 2nd traffic light - right lane
going past 3rd traffic light - middle lane
going past 4th traffic light - left lane)

Question 7

(See Fig.119) You are where the red dot is and are approaching the traffic lights of a traffic light controlled roundabout. You want to turn right and exit at the third exit which is the A2. Envision what you will do and where will you position your car before and during being on the roundabout.

Answer 7

(See Fig.120)
1. 6 car lengths before giveway line, indicate right and be on the right side of the lane.
2. When first traffic light is green, drive allong the right lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should be the right lane.
3. When the second traffic light is green, indicate left and drive allong the middle lane, when you approach the next traffic light, your lane should now be the left lane.
4. When the third traffic light is green, indicate left and drive allong the left lane and follow the road out of the roundabout. Cancel indication.
In Short:
Starting from approaching roundabout
(going past 1st traffic light - Right Lane
going past 2nd traffic light - Middle lane
going past 3rd traffic light - left lane)

Question 8

When exiting the thrid exit on a traffic light controlled roundabout, when and why might you sometimes need to check the road markings?

Answer 8

Because sometimes when especially going past the first traffic light you may need to either enter the right or left lane. This depends on what the road markings say and what your exit destination is.

Question 9

(See Fig.121) You are waiting at the first traffic lights just before driving through a traffic light controlled roundabout. You want to take the 4th exit (U turn). Which lane should you join when the light turns green?

. 1st Lane (A35W)
. 2nd Lane (A35W)
. 3rd Lane (RBGE M271)
. 4th Lane (M271 A33)

Answer 9

4th Lane (M271 A33)

Question 10

(See Fig.122) You are waiting at the first traffic lights just before driving through a traffic light controlled roundabout. You want to take the 1st exit (Turning left). Which lane should you join when the light turns green?

. 1st Lane (DUNST)
. 2nd Lane (TOWN DUNST BEDF’D)
. 3rd Lane (BEDF’D)

Answer 10

1st Lane (DUNST)

Question 11

(See Fig.123) You are waiting at the second traffic light while driving through a traffic light controlled roundabout. You have just passed the first exit and you came in wanting to take the 3rd exit (Turning right). Which lane should you join when the light turns green?

. 1st Lane (BEDF’D)
. 2nd Lane (BEDF’D HITCH)
. 3rd Lane (DUNST)

Answer 11

2nd Lane (BEDF’D HITCH)

Question 12

(See Fig.124) You are waiting at the first traffic light just before driving through a traffic light controlled roundabout. You want to take the second exit (going straight ahead). Which lane should you join when the light turns green?

. 1st Lane (BEDF’D)
. 2nd Lane (BEDF’D HITCH)
. 3rd Lane (DUNST)

Answer 12

2nd Lane (BEDF’D HITCH)

Question 13

(See Fig.125) What does this sign mean?

Answer 13

National Speed Limit

Question 14

When the road conditions are good and dry, how many seconds do you keep from you and the vehicle in front?

Answer 14

2 Seconds

Question 15

When the road conditions are wet, how many seconds do you keep from you and the vehicle in front?

Answer 15

4 Seconds

Question 16

When the road conditions are snowy and/or Icy, how many seconds do you keep from you and the vehicle in front?

Answer 16

10 Seconds

Question 17

Describe what Trunk Motorways are and whether they are a minor or major road

Answer 17

Trunk motorways are major highways with controlled access and high traffic capacity. They are denoted by the letter “M” followed by a number (e.g., M1, M25). Trunk motorways typically connect major cities and regions, providing efficient and fast transportation.

Question 18

Describe what Trunk A Roads are and whether they are a minor or major road

Answer 18

Trunk A roads are important major roads that are not motorways. They are designated with the letter “A” followed by a number (e.g., A1, A6). Trunk A roads are often primary routes connecting key locations, such as cities, towns, and major tourist destinations.

Question 19

Describe what B Roads are and whether they are a minor or major road

Answer 19

B roads are minor roads that connect smaller towns and villages to the primary road network. They are denoted by the letter “B” followed by a number (e.g., B-road). B roads are generally less busy and have lower traffic capacity compared to trunk roads.

Question 20

Describe what C Roads are and whether they are a minor or major road

Answer 20

C roads are minor local roads that primarily serve rural areas and provide access to small communities. They are designated with the letter “C” followed by a number (e.g., C-road). C roads are typically narrower and have lower traffic volumes compared to B roads.

Question 21

Describe what U Roads are and whether they are a minor or major road

Answer 21

U roads are the least important roads in the UK’s road classification system. They are often unpaved and are primarily used for agricultural or forestry purposes. U roads are designated with the letter “U” followed by a number (e.g., U-road).

Question 22

You are planning to turn right at a T junction but you see this sign on the pavement next to the giveway line you are approaching to turn right (See Fig.126). What should you do?

Answer 22

This sign is used at junctions where you must come to a complete stop—rather than merely giving way by slowly edging forward without coming to a complete stop—before the solid white line. You can only emerge onto the junction when you’ve checked that it’s safe.

Question 23

(See Fig.132) You are about to reverse park into the highlighted bay. Count the three line reference points and envision where your car would be positioned before beginning to reverse.

Answer 23

(See Fig.133)

Question 24

(See Fig.134) You are about to reverse park into the highlighted bay. Count the three line reference points and envision where your car would be positioned before beginning to reverse.

Answer 24

(See Fig.135)

Question 25

(See Fig.136) You are about to reverse park into the highlighted bay. Count the three line reference points and envision where your car would be positioned before beginning to reverse.

Answer 25

(See Fig.137)

Question 26

(See Fig.138) You are about to reverse park into the highlighted bay. Count the three line reference points and envision where your car would be positioned before beginning to reverse.

Answer 26

(See Fig.139)

Question 27

(See Fig.140) You are about to reverse park into the highlighted bay. Count the three line reference points and envision where your car would be positioned before beginning to reverse.

Answer 27

(See Fig.141)