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1
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What is the first rule of the road?

A
  • Keep well to the left
  • unless you are about to overtake
  • or turn right.
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What are the other 6 rules of the road?

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  1. Always be able to stop your vehicle well withing the distance from which you can see the road to be clear.
  2. Take special care when it is mostly, or rainy, when light is bad, or when roads are wet, slippery or otherwise dangerous.
  3. Go slowly on narrow or winding roads however familiar they are to you.
  4. The faster you are travelling the smaller is the margin of safety should an emergency arise, and more serious must be the result of the accident
  5. At nights alway drive within the limit of you lights. If you are dazzled by oncoming lights, slow down or even stop.
  6. Go slow in narrow roads or winding lanes, however familiar they may be to you.
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When should you not overtake? (7)

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(1) At a road junction,
(2) on a corner or bend
(3) on the brow of a hill
(4) at a pedestrian crossing
(5) on a humpback bridge
(6) where the road narrows, or
(7) where the road is divided with an unbroken white line.

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When can you overtake on the left? (6)

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(1) On a one way road,
(2) at a roundabout,
(3) when a driver in front gives a signal that he is about to turn left,
(4) passing a line of slow moving vehicles in order to clear a traffic congestion,
(5) turning left at cross-roads,
(6) on a four lane road.

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5
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After overtaking a vehicle what should you do before rejoining the line?

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Check your rear view mirror.

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6
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When must you dip your lights? (9)

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(1) On wet roads,
(2) in brightly lit areas,
(3) approaching an oncoming vehicle,
(4) travelling close behind a vehicle,
(5) approaching a police officer on point duty,
(6) at traffic lights,
(7) approaching cattle,
(8) ascending a hill, and
(9) when approaching a corner or bend.

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7
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Who has the right of way on a hill?

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The vehicle coming down, but a heavier vehicle has the right of way up or down.

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Who has the right of way at a crossing which is not controlled by police, traffic lights or signs?

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No one.

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9
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When should a driver make use of the right of way?

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When it is safe to do so.

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Should a driver yield the right of way if a pedestrian enters the crossing?

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Yes.

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What is meant by filtration?

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If you are held up at a road junction by a person regulating traffic and you turn left without getting a definite signal.

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12
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What is a slip road?

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It is an entrance on the corner of a major interaction which allows vehicles turning left to filter without causing inconvenience to other vehicles crossing the interaction. This can be used on any light providing the way is clear.

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What must you do if a police instructs you to drive in the opposite direction on a one way road?

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I would obey His instructions.

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What should you do if you are involved in an accident?

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(1) Stop.
(2) If no policeman is on the scene give your name and address to the person having reasonable grounds to require these particulars. (3) Report the accident to the police within 24 hours, and produce your insurance certificate and driver’s licence.

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15
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What is a cul-de-sac?

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It is a dead end road.

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What is a dual carriageway?

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It is two way road divided by a strip of land in the middle.

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17
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What is the meaning of a broken white line in the middle of the road?

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In the case of a broken white line you can overtake providing it is safe.

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18
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What is a filter light?

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It is a green arrow which appears indicating that you may go in the direction shown by the arrow disregarding whatever other lights may be showing.

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19
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What is a combined police stop signals?

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It is the signal given by a point duty policeman to simultaneously stop vehicles approaching from in front and behind him.

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20
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What signal must you give when you are about to low down or stop?

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(1) Extend you right arm down with the palm of the hand turned downwards, and
(2) move it slowly up and down keeping the keeping the wrist loose.

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21
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What is the correct sequence of the traffic lights?

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(1) Red means Stop, red and amber also mean stop.
(2) Do not go until green is shown. Green means you may go on if the road is clear.
(3) Amber and stop at stopping. You may go if the Amber appears after you have crossed the stop line.

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22
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What signals must you give when you are ready to be overtaken?

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(1) Extend the right arm and hand below the level of the shoulder and
(2) move it backwards and forwards.

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23
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What signal must you give when you are about to turn right, move out, or overtake?

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(1) Extend the right arm with the palm turned to the front, and
(2) hold it rigid in a horizontal position.

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24
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What signal must you give a policeman when you are about to go straight ahead?

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(1) Raise the hand towards the shoulder and
(2) move forearm well forward and then back on a vertical plane, making the movements sufficiently clear to be easily seen.

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25
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How far should you travel behind an emergency vehicle?

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Approximately 150 metres (500 feet)

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26
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How must you drive in a convoy?
(2)

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(1) Do not drive too close behind the vehicle in the front of you.
(2) Leave ample space to permit a faster vehicle, after overtaking you, to draw in to the left necessary, before overtaking the next vehicle.

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27
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What can cause a skid?
(6)

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(1) Wet,
(2) greasy and
(3) slippery road surfaces;
(4) uneven tyres pressure;
(5) unevenly adjustment brakes;
(6) or braking violently around a corner.

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28
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What are the speed limits for motor cars?

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50 km/hr (~30 mph) in built up areas;

80 km/hr (~50 mph) along the highways

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29
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How should you drive on wet or slipped roads?

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It is safer to drive in low gear.

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30
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How long are you allowed to produce your driver’s licence when requested by the police?

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5 days

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31
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What is the main cause of skidding?

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Faulty driving.

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32
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When the road is divided into three panes when do you use the centre lane? (2)

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(1) If you are turning right or

(2) going straight ahead.

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33
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After passing through water what should you do?

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Ride your brakes gently for a while.

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34
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When a driver gives a slowdown signal what does that mean?

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He intends to slow down or stop.

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35
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Name three persons other than the police who are authorised to stop traffic?

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(1) A man with a red flag at road construction site or cattle crossing,
(2) a school crossing patrol man and
(3) a traffic warden.

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36
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What is a concealed entrance?

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It is a driveway which is not clearly seen leading onto the roadway.

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37
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What is meant by “yield right of way “?

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To give way.

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38
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What is the maximum speed limit for cars in built up areas?

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50 km/hr (~30 mph)

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39
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What is the maximum speed limit for trucks in trucks in built up areas?

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50 km/ ~30 mph on any road in Jamaica

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40
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If you are driving behind another motorist at 50 km/h, how far away should you be?

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23 metres (approximately 75 feet)

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41
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If a police man signals you to stop at an intersection where the traffic light shows green, what should you do?

A

Obey the policeman.

42
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If you intend to move out into the road from a parking spot, what should you do before moving out?

A

Proceed with caution when there is no traffic near enough to cause an accident.

43
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How close to a corner or an intersection are you allowed to park?

A

12m (40 feet)

44
Q

What should you do when approaching a roundabout?

A

Merge with the traffic at a reduced speed.

45
Q

In what positon should your car be before making a left turn from a one way street?

A

In the nearest lane to the left.

46
Q

If you are involved in an accident, when should you report it to the police?

A

Within 24 hours.

47
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What does the green signal at the traffic light mean?

A

Proceed if the way is clear.

48
Q

Before you overtake, turn or change lanes, what should you do first of all? (2)

A
  1. Check your rear-view mirror.

2. Give the correct signal.

49
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If two vehicles of similar size meet on a hill which one has the right of way?

A

The vehicle going downhill.

50
Q

Which of the following are emergency vehicles: a fire brigade; a loaded truck; an oil tanker; an ambulance; a security vehicle; a police vehicle with siren sounding; public transport buses; all police vehicles?

A

Fire brigade - An ambulance - A police vehicle with siren sounding

51
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On a wide road with traffic moving in both directions, where should you position your vehicle if you intend to turn right?

A

At the centre of the road or just left of the centre.

52
Q

What words would you expect to see on this sign? ←

A

Keep left.

53
Q

What does this sign indicate? H

A

Hospital.

54
Q

Indicate three places where you are not permitted to overtake.

A

(1) At a pedestrian crossing,
(2) at a hump back bridge and
(3) at a crossroad.

55
Q

Which rules should you observe when travelling in a silence zone?
(2)

A
  1. Do not sound your horn.

2. Do not rev your engine unnecessarily.

56
Q

If you are at the intersection of a major road, how would you turn your vehicle around?

A

(1) Reverse into the minor road and

(2) then drive forward into the major road.

57
Q

Should a driver yield the right of the way if a pedestrian enters the crossing?

A

Yes.

58
Q

On which of the following is it illegal to have a red light showing: on the rear of your car; on the front of your car; on the side of your car?

A

On the front of your car.

59
Q

What does a broken white line in the centre of the road mean?

A

You may overtake if the way is clear.

60
Q

Which is a fording?

A

A place where a stream crosses the road.

61
Q

At what distance would you consider it safe to follow another vehicle if you are travelling at 64 km/h (40 m.p.h.)?

A

36 metres (120 feet)

62
Q

When may you pass another vehicle on the left?
(3)

A
  1. When instructed to do so by a suitable person directing traffic
    1. When there is s stationery hazard blocking the road
    2. When driving on a one way street (see other additional for overtaking)
63
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What should be done after overtaking a vehicle and before re-joining the line?
(2)

A
  1. Look in your rear-view mirror

2. Put on your rear indicator

64
Q

Why should a driver not park on the brow of a hill?

A

Because the vehicle may cause an obstruction.

65
Q

If at a traffic light a policeman directs you to proceed although the light is showing red, what would you do?

A

Proceed as directed.

66
Q

How what you signal that you are about to turn right when driving a right hand drive vehicle?
(2)

A
  1. Right hand indicator

2. Right arm and hand extended with palm facing forward.

67
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What does a flashing red light mean?

A

Stop

68
Q

In what position on the road should you be before making a left turn?

A

The lane nearest the kerb.

69
Q

If the car immediately ahead of you is waiting to turn right and you wish to continue straight ahead, what should you do? (2)

A
  1. Pass on the left

2. Wait for him to continue

70
Q

Why is double parking prohibited?

A

It causes congestion.

71
Q

What should you do when you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle?

A

Pull over to the left and stop.

72
Q

What does a stationary amber light at a crossings mean?

A

Stop.

73
Q

How far can you reverse along a main road?

A

Only as far as is necessary.

74
Q

What should you do when driving on wet or slippery roads?

A

Drive in low gear.

75
Q

What is the maximum speed limit for cars on any road in Jamaica?

A

80km/h (50 m.p.h.)

76
Q

When requested by a policeman to produce your driver’s licence, how long do you have to do so?

A

5 days

77
Q

What is the first thing to do when you are involved in an accident?

A

Stop the vehicle.

78
Q

When a driver gives a slowdown signal, what does it mean?

A

He intends to slow down or stop.

79
Q

Which is the correct signal to give when turning right from a vehicle with left hand drive?

A

Right indicator out.

80
Q

If you are travelling at the maximum speed allowed and the other driver behind you wishes to overtake, what should you do?

A

Allow him to overtake

81
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What should you do when you are being overtaken?

A

Maintained your speed.

82
Q

When should a driver make use of the right of way?

A

When it is safe to do so.

83
Q

What is the minimum distance you should park from a fire hydrant?

A

9m (30 feet)

84
Q

What does the flashing amber light mean?

A

Motorists should proceed with caution.

85
Q

What does an unbroken white line in the centre of the road mean?

A

You should not overtake.

86
Q

When may you use a slip road at the traffic light?

A

On any light.

87
Q

If you are driving along and your rear wheels skid, what should you do?

A

Steer in the direction of the skid.

88
Q

In which of the following situation may you overtake on the left: on a four lane road; on a three lane road; on a one way street with two lanes; on a wide bend on the road?

A

(1) On a four land road and

(2) on a one way street with two lanes

89
Q

What is a layby?

A

A place at the side of the road where motorists may park.

90
Q

What should you do after passing through deep water?

A

Ride your brake gently for a while.

91
Q

What is a detour?

A

It is a departure from the normal road.

92
Q

If the traffic light shows amber alone, what would you expect the next light to be?

A

Red.

93
Q

For which of the following should a driver stop if requested: a school crossing warden; a uniformed deliveryman; a herdsman with a red flag; a flagman on road construction site?

A
  1. A school crossing warden
    1. A herdsman with a red flag
    2. A flagman on road construction site.
94
Q

What additional precautions should you take if you must park on a hill facing downwards?
(2)

A

(1) Lock the steering towards the kerb, and
select reverse gear or
(2) lock the steering toward the kerb and select a low gear.

95
Q

Should you question a policeman directing traffic?

A

No. It may cause an obstruction.

96
Q

What is soft shoulder?

A

The unpaved side of the road which is not intended for vehicular traffic.

97
Q

If you wish to turn right when travelling on a one way street, what should you do?

A

Keep to the right of the road before turning.

98
Q

Give two causes of skidding.

A
  1. Faulty driving

2. Smooth tyres

99
Q

If two vehicles of different sizes meet on a hill, which one has the right of way?

A

The larger one.

100
Q

How close to a fire hydrant are you allowed to park?

A

9m (30 feet)

101
Q

When the road is divided into three lanes and there is no other marking or direction, what is the centre lane used for?

A

For overtaking only.

102
Q

At an intersection where there is a stop line as well as stop sign, what should you do?

A

Stop at the line.

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