Regulations Flashcards

1
Q

At an intersection where there is a flashing amber traffic light you must

A

Slow down and proceed with caution

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2
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Identification plates which must be placed in an upright position in front and rear of a motor vehicle must be painted in

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Black background with white letters and figures or white luminous background

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3
Q

What does the law require as regards tinted glass and windshield of vehicles?

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It shall not be so tinted, treated or darkened

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4
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You should under all conditions drive at a speed which will allow you to

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Stop within a safe distance

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5
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At night when you meet another vehicle with blinding bright lights, the safest thing to do is

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Look slightly to the left hand side of the roadway

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6
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When descending a steep hill, a good safe driving practice is to

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Gear down and use motor to assist in braking

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7
Q

When driving a motor vehicle on the highway at night, you should use low beam headlights (dim lights) when:

A

Meeting or following another vehicle

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8
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When a red signal light with a green arrow is shown at an intersection, it means:

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Proceed with caution in the direction of the arrow, giving way to traffic on the full green light

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9
Q

At what age a provisional driving permit for P. Car will be granted

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17 years

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10
Q

In Port-of-Spain and San Fernando it is unlawful to reverse:

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Round a corner or junction

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11
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Before moving your car from a parked position, you should:

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Check other traffic, signal and pull from curb when it is safe to do so

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12
Q

If a Traffic signal changes while a pedestrian is still in the intersection, which of the following has the right of way

A

The pedestrian.

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13
Q

It is more dangerous to drive at the maximum speed limit at night than during day-time because:

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You cannot see as far ahead at night

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14
Q

When approaching a red traffic signal light and a police in uniform motions you to go through, you must:

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Go through at once

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15
Q

When on streets designed for two-way traffic, you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, what does the law require you to do

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Pull to the left and stop

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16
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When approaching an intersection where a stop sign faces you, what does the law require you to do

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Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so

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17
Q

Parking lights may be used

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For parking only

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18
Q

What brakes are required by law to be fitted on a motor vehicle

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Two independent braking system

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19
Q

You are permitted to drive a motor vehicle, other than a motor cycle, under the authority of a provisional permit, provided

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You have a licensed driver on the seat beside you

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20
Q

Which of the following has the right of way over all other at an intersection when the signal light is green

A

Pedestrians crossing with the light

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21
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When driving on a dual carriage-way, what does the law require you to do

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Drive on the left side of the carriage-way except when overtaking

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22
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When the driver of another vehicle is about to overtake and pass your vehicle, you must

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Move to the left and allow such vehicle to pass and shall not speed abreast of the overtaking vehicle

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23
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Never change lanes in traffic without

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Giving proper signal and looking to make sure that the move can be made safely

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24
Q

When your motor vehicle is broken down on the roadway what does the law require you to do

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Immediately remove it as near to the left of the roadway as possible and indicate its presence by lighting or otherwise.

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25
Q

Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit allowed in the City, Boroughs, Villages or built-up areas is

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50km

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26
Q

Except when you intend to over-take and pass another vehicle or when you intend to make a right turn, you should

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Always keep well to the left

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27
Q

When driving a motor vehicle, the law requires at all times full control and view, therefore a child should be carried

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On the seat left of the driver or on the rear seat

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28
Q

Every accident must be reported to the police when someone is injured or damage done to property

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Immediately to a police in uniform or the nearest police station

29
Q

How far from a corner or road junction would you park your motor vehicle

A

9 metres. Not less than (30 ft.)

30
Q

What must a driver do before entering a highway from a private road or driveway

A

Give right of way to all vehicles approaching on the highway

31
Q

Every driver of a motor vehicle on the roadway is required by law to keep his driving permit and insurance for the vehicle

A

Either on his person or in the vehicle

32
Q

Before leaving your car parked on a down-grade, you should

A

Turn your front wheels to the left and set your parking brake

33
Q

A broken centre line on a roadway means you may

A

Pass if the way is clear

34
Q

Double white lines in the centre of a roadway mean

A

It is unsafe to overtake and pass

35
Q

A flashing red light at an intersection means

A

Stop, proceed only when it is safe to do so

36
Q

In Port-of-Spain, San Fernando and Arima it is unlawful to sound your horn:

A

Between the hours of 9 p.m. to 5.30 a.m.

37
Q

Most automobile skids are the result of

A

Driving too fast

38
Q

When filling petrol in the tank of a motor vehicle, what does the law require you to do

A

Switch off the engine

39
Q

When does the law require lights on vehicles to be turned on

A

Between 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise

40
Q

If the signal light changes from green to amber as you approach an intersection what must you do

A

Stop. If stop cannot be made safely proceed with caution

41
Q

When towing a motor vehicle on the roadway the chain, draw bar or rope must not exceed:

A

4.5 meters? (15 feet)

42
Q

When driving a motor vehicle, traffic or hand signals should be given by:

A

The driver only

43
Q

When a constable on point duty gives a traffic control signal to enable any vehicle to proceed in an indicating direction who will have the right of way

A

The motorist proceeding in the direction indicated

44
Q

What offence is committed when someone changes or allows to be used by another person any identification mark or motor vehicle licence?

A

Fraud.

45
Q

In what lane of traffic should you drive when you are going to make a right hand turn on a wide two-way street?

A

The centre lane

46
Q

When travelling on a highway, the driver of a motor vehicle is not permitted to carry in a house or boat trailer:

A

Persons

47
Q

You are required to keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front of you, at 50 kilometres (30 miles) an hour you should keep at least:

A

Three car lengths behind the other vehicle

48
Q

Who has the right of way at a round-a-bout

A

Those coming from the right

49
Q

It is in order for a driver to overtake

A

Where the road ahead is clear from a sufficient distance to enable him to overtake

50
Q

In one second a car moving at 30 miles (50 kilometres) per hour travels:

A

13.5 metres (44 feet)

51
Q

How close to a fire hydrant you may legally park

A

3 metres (10 feet)

52
Q

What is the law as regards the colour of your vehicle?

A

What is the law as regards the colour of your vehicle?

53
Q

In what position on the roadway must you be, before making a right turn from a one-way street?

A

Close to the right side of the roadway.

54
Q

When may you lend your driver’s licence

A

It is not permitted

55
Q

Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit on the highway outside of the City, Boroughs, Villages or built-up area is:

A

80 kilometres (50 miles) an hour

56
Q

The maximum length of a combination of vehicles must not exceed:

A

17 metres (55 feet)

57
Q

What projections are allowed on a Motor Vehicle or Trailer?

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1.5 metres [5 (five) feet] in front and rear, and not more than 0.3 metres [one (1) foot] on either side beyond the plane of the wheels.

58
Q

Who is deemed the “Owner” of a Motor Vehicle?

A

The person in whose name the vehicle is registered.

59
Q

Every motor vehicle and trailer, operating when lights are required must show at the rear:

A

A red light and white identification plate light

60
Q

In what condition should your vehicle be kept?

A

The vehicle and all the fittings thereof shall be in such a condition as not to cause, or to be likely to cause, danger to any person on the vehicle or on the public road.

61
Q

When carrying excess projection on a Light Motor Vehicle, what is required by law?

A

Permission from the police officer in charge of the division; and a white flag in the day and a red flag at night, at the rear end of the load.

62
Q

Who else, other than a Police Officer and a Transport Officer in uniform can lawfully stop the driver of a Motor Vehicle on the roadway?

A

Any person in charge of a horse or any other animal.

63
Q

If a constable or transport officer requests the driver of a Light Goods Vehicle which he suspects to be over-loaded to be taken to the nearest weighbridge for weighing and he refuses, the constable or transport officer can legally:

A

Arrest the driver without warrant and detain the vehicle at the expense and risk of the owner

64
Q

The load on a light goods vehicle should be:

A

Properly secured in such a manner to prevent displacement of any portion when in motion

65
Q

What does “Tare” mean in reference to a light goods vehicle?

A

The actual weight of the vehicle when unladen, but inclusive of the body, accumulators loose tools, spare wheels and a full supply of water and fuel used for the purpose of propulsion.

66
Q

How would you determine the weight your light goods vehicle should carry?

A

Subtract the “Tare” weight from the “M.G.W.”.

67
Q

If a licensing officer has reason to believe that a motor vehicle does not conform to the provision of the Ordinance or Regulations, and call up the vehicle for inspection at the Licensing Department, the owner may:

A

Comply as instructed

68
Q

What is considered a light motor vehicle?

A

M.G.W. of 2950 kilograms (6,500 lb) and under.