rule test Flashcards
1
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when should you not overtake?
A
at a road junction on a corner or bend on the brow of a hill at a pedestrian crossing on a hump-back bridge where the roads narrows where the road is divided with an unbroken white line
2
Q
when can you overtake on the left?
A
on a one way road
at a roundabout
when ad driver in front gives a signal that is he about to turn right
passing a line of slow moving vehicles in order to clear a traffic congestion.
turning left at cross-roads
on a four lane road.
3
Q
after overtaking a vehicle what should you do before rejoining the line?
A
check your rear view mirror
4
Q
when must you dip your lights?
A
on wet roads, in brightly lit areas approaching an oncoming vehicle traveling close behind a vehicle approaching a police officer on point duty at traffic lights approaching cattle ascending a hill when approaching a corner or bend.
5
Q
who has the right of way on a hill?
A
the vehicle coming down, but a heavier vehicle has the right of way up or down.
6
Q
who has the right of way at a crossing which is not controlled by police, traffic lights or signs?
A
no one
7
Q
when should a driver make use of the right of way?
A
when it is safe to do so
8
Q
should a driver yield the right of way if a pedestrian enters the crossing?
A
yes
9
Q
what is meant by filtration?
A
if you are held at a road junction by a person regulating traffic and you turn left without getting a definite signal
10
Q
what is a slip road?
A
it is an entrance on the corner of a major intersection which allows vehicles turning left to filter without causing inconvenience to other vehicles crossing the intersection.
this is can be used on any light providing the way is clear>
11
Q
what must you do if a police instructs you to drive in the opposite direction on a one way road?
A
i would obey his instructions
12
Q
what is the first rule of the road?
A
keep well to the left unless you are about to overtake or turn right.
13
Q
what should you do if you are involved in an accident?
A
stop
if no policeman is on the scene give your name and address to the person having reasonable grounds to require these particulars.
report the accident to the police within 24 hours and produce your insurance certificate and driver’s licence.
14
Q
who has the irght of way at a roundabout?
A
in general there is no right of way
you should approach with caution and give way to the vehicle on the right.
15
Q
how many signs are there at a roundabout?
A
there are 4 signs slow roundabout ahead keep left give way
16
Q
how far should you park from a bus stop?
A
12m (40feet)
17
Q
how far should you park from a pedestrian crossing ?
A
12m
40 feet
18
Q
why should you take special precaution when approaching a person with a white stick?
A
he is blind
19
Q
where should you not park?
A
between no-parking sins before a fire hydrant within 12 metres of a road junction on the brow of a hill before a private entrance at a pedestrian crossing at a bus stop where the road narrows on a bridge or under-pass on a corner immediately opposite a parked vehicle (double parking) on a main road carrying fast moving traffic NB: when parking, stop your vehicle as close as possible to the kerb
20
Q
where should you not blow your horn?
A
in built in areas approaching a police on point duty to demand free passage on highway when your vehicle is stationary approaching cattle passing parliament in session passing a church, hospital, library or school in session
21
Q
whom do you consider most of all road users?
A
you are required to give due care and consideration to all users of the road, but pedestrians most of all
22
Q
what is the meaning of an unbroken white line in the middle of the road?
A
you must not overtake there, if by doing so you would drive on the right of the line.
always keep to the left of such a line
23
Q
what is the meaning of a broken white line in the middle of the road?
A
in the case of a broken white line you can overtake providing it is safe
24
Q
what is a dual carriage-way?
A
it is a two-way road divided by a strip of land in the middlee
25
what is a cul-de-sac?
it is a dead end road
26
what is a filter light?
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 .
27
what is a combined police stop signal?
it is the signal given by a point duty policeman to simultaneously stop vehicles approaching from in front and behind him.
28
what signal must you give when you are about to slow down or stop?
extend your right arm with the palm of the hand turned downwards, and move it slowly up and down keeping the wrist loose
29
what is the correct sequence of the traffic lightts?
red means stop
red and amber also mean stop
do not go until green is shown
green means you may go on if the road is clear
amber means stop at stopline
you may go if the amber appears after you have crossed the stopline
30
what signals must you give when you are ready to be overtaken?
extend the right arm and hand below the level of the shoulder and move it backwards and forwards
31
what signal must you give when you about to turn right, move out , or overtake?
extend the right arm with palm turned to the front and hold it rigid in a horizontal position.
32
what signal must you give a policeman when you are about to go straight ahead?
raise the hand towards the shoulder and move forearm well forward and then back in a vertical plane, making the movements sufficiently clear to be easily seen
33
how far should you travel behind an emergency vehicle
approximately 150 m
| 500 feet
34
how must you drive in a convoy?
do not drive too close behind the vehicle in front of you.
leave ample space to permit a faster vehicle, after overtaking you, to draw in to the left if necessary, before overtaking the next vehicle.
35
what can cause a skid?
wet, greasy and slippery road surfaces; uneven tyre pressure
unevenly adjusted brakes
braking violently around a corner
36
what are the speed limits for motor cars?
50 km/h (30MPH) in built up areas
| 80km/h (50MPH) along the highways
37
how should you drive on wet or slippery roads?
it is safer to drive in low gear
38
how long are you allowed to produce your drives license when requested by the police
5 days
39
what is the main cause of skidding?
faulty driving
| ;
40
when the road is divided into three lanes
| when do you use the centre lane?
if you are turning right or going straight ahead
41
after passing through water what should you do?
ride your brakes gently for a while
42
when a driver gives a slow-down signal
| what does that mean?
he intends to slow-down or stop
43
name three persons other than the police who are authorized to stop traffic?
a man with a red flag at a road construction or cattle crossing
a school crossing patrolman
a traffic warden
44
what is a concealed entrance?
it is a driveway which is not clearly seen leading onto the road way
45
what is meant by "yield right of way"?
to give way
46
what is the maximum speed limit for cars in built up areas?
50 km/h
| approx 30 mph
47
what is the maximum speed limit for trucks in built up areas?
50km/h
| approx 30 mph on any road in jamaica
48
if you are driving behind another motorist at 50 km/h
| how far away should you be?
23 m
| approx 75
49
if a policeman signals you to stop at an intersection where the traffic light shows green
what should you do?
obey the policeman
50
if you intend to move out into the road from a parking spot
| what should you do before moving out?
proceed with caution when there is no traffic near enough to cause an accident
51
how close to a corner or an intersection are you allowed to park?
12m
| 40feet
52
what should you do when approaching a roundabout?
merge with the traffic at a reduced speed
53
in what position should your car be before making a left turn from a one way street?
in the nearest lane to the left
54
if you are involved in an accident
| wen should you report it to the police?
within 24 hours
55
what does the green signal at the traffic ligh mean
proceed if the way is clear
56
before you overtake,
turn or change lanes
what should you do first of all?
check your rear view mirror
| give the correct signal
57
if 2 vehicles of similar size meet on a hill
| which one has the right of way?
the vehicle going downhill
58
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which of the following are emergency vehicles?
1. fire brigade
2. a loaded truck
3. an oil tanker
4. an ambulance
5. a security vehicle
6, a police vehicle with siren sounding
7.all police vehicles
8. public transport buses
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fire brigade
an ambulance
a police vehicle with siren sounding
59
on a wide road with traffic moving in both directions
| where should you position your vehicle if you intend to turn right?
at the centre of the road or
| just the left of the centre
60
what does the sign with the capital letter H represent?
hospital
61
indicate 3 places where you are not permitted to overtake
at a pedestrian crossing
at a hump back bridge
at a crossroad
62
which rules should you observe when traveling in a silence zone?
do not sound your horn
| do not rev your engine unnecessarily
63
if you are at the intersection of a major road
| how would you turn you vehicle around?
reverse into the minor road and
| then drive forward into the major road
64
should a driver yield the right of way if a pedestrian enters the crossing?
yes
65
on which of the following is it illegal to have a red light showing?
1. on the rear of your car
2. on the front of your car
3. on the side of your car
on the front of your car
66
what does a broken white line in the centre of the road mean?
you may overtake if the way is clear
67
what is a fording ?
a place where a stream crosses the roaddd
68
at what distance would you consider it safe to follow another vehicle if you are traveling at
64km/h or 40mph ?
36m
or
120 feet
69
when may you pass another vehicle on the left?
1. when instructed to do so by a suitable person directing traffic
2. when there is a stationary hazard blocking the road
3. when driving on a one way street
70
when should you not overtake?
at a pedestrian crossing
| at a cross road
71
what should be done after overtaking a vehicle and before rejoining the line?
look in your rear-view mirror
| put on your rear indicator
72
on what occasion should you dip your lights?
1. in brightly lit areas
2. in built up areas
3. when facing an oncoming vehicle
73
why should a driver not park on the brow of a hill?
because the vehicle may cause an obstruction
74
if at a traffic light a policeman directs you to proceed although the light is showing red
what would you do?
proceed as directed
75
what would you do if you were driving car No. 4?
1. slow down and allow car No. 1 to turn in front of you
| 2. do as car No.3 does
76
how would you signal that you are about to turn right when driving a right hand drive vehicle?
1. right hand indicator
| 2. right arm and hand extended with palm facing forward
77
what does a flashing red light mean?
stop
78
in what position on the road should you be before making a left turn?
the lane nearest to the kerb
79
if the car immediately ahead of you is waiting to turn right and you wish to continue straight ahead
what should you do?
pass on the left
| wait for him to continue
80
why is double parking prohibited?
it causes congestion
81
what should you do when you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle?
pull over to the left and stop
82
what does a stationary amber light at a crossing mean?
stop
83
how far can you reverse along a main road?
only as far as is necessary
84
what should you do when driving on wet or slippery roads?
drive in low gearr
85
what is the maximum speed limit for cars on any road in jamaica?
80 km/h
| 50mph
86
wha is the first ting to do wen you are involved in an accident?
stop the vehicle
87
which is the correct signal to give when turning right from a vehicle wit left hand drive?
right indicator out
88
if you are traveling at the maximum speed allowed and the driver behind wishes to overtake
what should you do?
allow him to overtake
89
what should you do when you are being overtaken?
maintain your speed
90
when should a driver make use of the right of way?
when it is safe to do so
91
what is the maximum distance you should park from a fire hydrant?
9m
| 30 feet
92
what does the flashing amber light mean?q
motorists should proceed with caution.
93
what does an unbroken white line in the centre of the road mean?
you should not overtake
94
when may you use a slip road at the traffic light?
on any light
95
if you are driving along and your rear wheels skid
| what should you do?
steer in the direction of the skid
96
in which of the following situations may you overtake on the left?
1. on a 4 lane road
2. on a 3 lane road
3. on a one way street with 2 lanes
4. on a wide bend on the road
on a 4 four lane road
| one a one way street with 2 lanes
97
what is a layby?
a place at the side of the road where motorists may park
98
what should you do after passing through deep water?
ride your brake gently for a while
99
what is a detour?
it is a departure from normal road
100
if the traffic light shows amber alone
| what would you expect the next light to be?
red
101
for which of the following should a driver stop if requested?
1. a school crossing warden
2. a uniformed deliveryman
3. a herdsman with a red flag
4. a flagman on road construction site
a school crossing warden
a herdsman with a red flag
a flagman on road construction site
102
what additional precautions should you take if you must park on a hill facing downwards?
lock the steering towards the kerbs and select reverse gear or lock the steering toward the kerb and select a low gear.
103
should you question a policeman directing traffic?
no
| it may cause an obstruction
104
what is a soft shoulder?
to unpaved side of the road which is not intended for vehicular traffic
105
if you wish to turn right when traveling on a one way street
what should you do?
keep to the right of the road before turning
106
give 2 causes of skidding?
faulty driving
| smooth tyres
107
if 2 vehicles of different sizes meet on a hill
| which on has the right of way?
the larger one
108
when the road is divided into 3 lanes and there is no other marking or direction
what is the centre lane used for?
for overtaking only
109
at an intersection where there is a stop line as well as a stop sign
what should you do?
stop at the line
