safety and your vehicle

Question 1

you’re carrying an 11-year-old child in the back seat of your car. they’re under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. what must you make sure of?

Answer 1

that a suitable child restraint is available

Question 2

what is most likely to cause high fuel consumption?

Answer 2

harsh braking and accelerating

Question 3

you’re parked at the side of the road. you’ll be waiting some time for a passenger. what should you do?

Answer 3

switch off the engine

Question 4

why do MOT tests include strict exhaust emission test?

Answer 4

to help protect the environment against pollution

Question 5

what can people who love or work in towns and cities do to help reduce urban pollution levels?

Answer 5

walk or cycle

Question 6

what can excessive or uneven tyre wear?

Answer 6

faults in the suspension

Question 7

what can driving smoothly achieve?

Answer 7

reduction in fuel consumption by about 15%

Question 8

what causes the most damage to the environment?

Answer 8

making a lot of short journeys

Question 9

how an you help to prevent your car radio being stolen?

Answer 9

install a security-coded radio

Question 10

what should you do when to leave your car unattended for a few minutes

Answer 10

lock it and remove the key

Question 11

you service your own vehicle. how should you get rid of the old engine oil?

Answer 11

take it to a local-authority site

Question 12

what does the law require you to keep in good condition?

Answer 12

seat belts

Question 13

what will happen if your cars wheels are unbalanced?

Answer 13

the steering will vibrate

Question 14

how can you reduce the chances of your car being broken into when leaving unattended?

Answer 14

take all valuables with you

Question 15

on a vehicle, where would you find a catalytic converter?

Answer 15

on the exhaust system

Question 16

you’re having difficulty finding a parking space in a busy town. you can see there’s space in the zigzag lines of a zebra crossing. can you park there?

Answer 16

no, not under any circumstances

Question 17

when should you especially check the engine oil level?

Answer 17

before a long journey

Question 18

you’re checking your trailer tyres. what’s the legal minimum tread depth over the central three-quarters of its breadth?

Answer 18

1.6 mm

Question 19

how can you avoid wasting fuel?

Answer 19

by having your vehicle serviced regularly

Question 20

why is it a good idea to plan your journey to avoid busy times?

Answer 20

you’ll have an easier journey

Question 21

you’re testing your suspension. you notice that your vehicle keeps bouncing when you press down on the front wing. what does this mean?

Answer 21

worm shock absorbers

Question 22

which of the following shouldn’t be kept in your vehicle?

Answer 22

the vehicle registration document

Question 23

how can you reduce the damage your vehicle causes the environment?

Answer 23

anticipate we’ll ahead

Question 24

how can you reduce the environment harm caused by your motor vehicle?

Answer 24

jeep engine revs low

Question 25

you’re making an appointment and will have to travel a long distance. how should you plan for the journey?

Answer 25

allow plenty of time for the trip

Question 26

what will reduce the risk of neck injury resulting from a collision?

Answer 26

a properly adjusted head restraint

Question 27

you have too much oil in your engine. what could this cause?

Answer 27

oil leaks

Question 28

you enter a road where there are road humps. what should you do?

Answer 28

maintain a reduced speed throughout

Question 29

which of these makes your tyres illegal

Answer 29

they have a large, deep cut in the side wall

Question 30

you’re carrying two 13-year-old children and their parents in your car. who’s responsible for seeing that the children wear seat belts?

Answer 30

you, the driver

Question 31

the fluid leaving in your battery is low. what should you top it up with?

Answer 31

distilled water

Question 32

what’s most likely to waste fuel

Answer 32

under-inflated tyres

Question 33

what’s the main cause if break fade?

Answer 33

the breaks overheating

Question 34

why have the ‘red routes’ been introduced in major cities?

Answer 34

to help the traffic flow

Question 35

when you use the breaks, your vehicle pulls to one side. what should you do?

Answer 35

have breaks checked as soon as possible

Question 36

before starting a journey, it’s wise to plan your route. how can you do this?

Answer 36

look at a map

Question 37

you’re carrying a five-year-old child in the back seat of your car. they’re under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. a correct restraint isn’t available. how should you seat them?

Answer 37

using an adult seat belt

Question 38

what should you do when leaving your vehicle parked and unattended?

Answer 38

lock it and remove the key

Question 39

how much more fuel will you use by driving at 70 mph, compared to driving at 50 mph?

Answer 39

30%

Question 40

what’s badly affected if the tyres are under-inflated?

Answer 40

braking

Question 41

you need to top up your battery. what level should you fill it to?

Answer 41

just above the cell plates

Question 42

you avoid busy times when travelling. how will this affect your journey?

Answer 42

you’re less likely to be delayed

Question 43

what can rapid acceleration and heavy braking lead to?

Answer 43

increased fuel consumption

Question 44

how will a roof rack affect your cars performance?

Answer 44

fuel consumption will increase

Question 45

what’s the purpose of road hums, chicanes and narrowings?

Answer 45

to reduce traffic speed

Question 46

what will be the result of having your vehicle properly serviced?

Answer 46

better fuel economy

Question 47

what can cause excessive or uneven tyre wear?

Answer 47

a faulty braking system

Question 48

how can driving in an eco safe manner help protect the environment?

Answer 48

by reducing exhaust emissions

Question 49

it’s important to wear suitable shoes when you’re driving. why is this?

Answer 49

to maintain control of the pedals

Question 50

what’s the purpose of a catalytic converter?

Answer 50

to reduce harmful exhaust gases

Question 51

which driving technique can help you save fuel? a) using lower gears as often as possible b) accelerating sharply in gear c) using each gear in turn d) missing out some gears

Answer 51

missing out some gears

Question 52

when will your vehicle use more fuel? a) when it’s tyres are under-inflated b) when it’s tyres are of different makes c) when it’s tyres are over-inflated d) when it’s tyres are new

Answer 52

when it’s tyres are under-inflated

Question 53

when should tyre pressure be checked?

Answer 53

when tyres are cold

Question 54

what should you do if your anti-lock breaks (ABS) warning light stays on?

Answer 54

have the breaks checked immediately

Question 55

what will improve fuel consumption?

Answer 55

reducing your speed

Question 56

when leaving your vehicle, where should you try to park?

Answer 56

in a secure car park

Question 57

when mustn’t you sound your vehicles horn?

Answer 57

between 11:30 pm and 7:00 am in a built-up area

Question 58

what does ecosafe driving achieve?

Answer 58

improved road safety

Question 59

fuel consumption is at its highest when you’re doing what?

Answer 59

accelerating

Question 60

why should you plan an alternative route?

Answer 60

your original route may be blocked

Question 61

which of the following may help to deter a thief from stealing your car?

Answer 61

etching the registration number on the windows

Question 62

you’re leaving your vehicle parked on a road and unattended. when may you leave the engine running?

Answer 62

never if you’re away from the vehicle