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1
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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?

A

You, the driver

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How can you avoid wasting fuel?

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By having your vehicle serviced regularly

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What could you do to reduce the volume of traffic on the roads?

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Walk or cycle on short journeys

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4
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What’s most likely to waste fuel?

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Under-inflated tyres

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What will happen if your car’s wheels are unbalanced?

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The steering will vibrate

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

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Lock it and remove the key

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How can you reduce the damage your vehicle causes to the environment?

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Anticipate well ahead

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8
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On a vehicle, where would you find a catalytic converter?

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On the exhaust system

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9
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Which driving technique can help you save fuel?

A

Missing out some gears

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10
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What’s the purpose of road humps, chicanes and narrowings?

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To reduce traffic speed

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

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You’ll have an easier journey

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12
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What should you do if your anti-lock brakes (ABS) warning light stays on?

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Have the brakes checked immediately

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13
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Why is it important to wear suitable shoes when you’re driving?

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To maintain control of the pedals

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14
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If you’re involved in a collision, what will reduce the risk of neck injury?

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A properly adjusted head restraint

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15
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What does it mean if your vehicle keeps bouncing after you sharply press down and release on the bodywork over a wheel?

A

The shock absorbers are worn

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16
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What makes your tyres illegal?

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If they have any large, deep cuts in the side wall

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17
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What should you do if your vehicle pulls to one side when you use the brakes?

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Have the brakes checked as soon as possible

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18
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What can be damaged if you turn the steering wheel when the car isn’t moving?

A

The tyres

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19
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What may help to deter a thief from stealing your car?

A

Etching the registration number on the windows

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20
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What should you remove from your car before leaving it unattended?

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The vehicle registration document

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21
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What will reduce fuel consumption?

A

Driving more slowly

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22
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You service your own vehicle. How should you dispose of the old engine oil?

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Take it to a local-authority site

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23
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How will you benefit from following the manufacturer’s service schedule for your vehicle?

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Your vehicle will remain reliable

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24
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When should you check the engine oil level?

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Before a long journey

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25
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You’re having difficulty finding a parking space in a busy town. Can you park on the zigzag lines of a zebra crossing?

A

No, not under any circumstances

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26
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What can you do to reduce environmental damage caused by your vehicle?

A

Avoid making a lot of short journeys

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27
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What will help you to keep your car secure?

A

Registering with a Vehicle Watch scheme

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28
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What does ecosafe driving achieve?

A

Improved road safety

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29
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What’s the legal minimum tread depth for tyres on your trailer or caravan?

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1.6 mm

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30
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When is fuel consumption at its highest?

A

When you’re accelerating

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31
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When may a passenger travel in a car without wearing a seat belt?

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When they’re exempt for medical reasons

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32
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What’s likely to happen if you put too much oil in your engine?

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The oil seals will leak

33
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You have to make an unexpected journey. You’re carrying a five-year-old child on the back seat of your car. They’re under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. How should you seat them if a correct child restraint isn’t available?

A

Using an adult seat belt

34
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You’re carrying an 11-year-old child on the front seat of your car. They’re under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. What seat belt security must be in place?

A

They must use a suitable child restraint

35
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You’re stopped at the side of the road. What must you do if you’ll be waiting there for some time?

A

Switch off the engine

36
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You want to put a rear-facing baby seat on the front passenger seat. What must you do if the passenger seat is protected by a frontal airbag?

A

Deactivate the airbag

37
Q

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

A

Never if you’re away from the vehicle

38
Q

How should you drive when you’re driving along a road that has road humps?

A

Maintain a reduced speed throughout

39
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What does it mean if the electronic stability control (ESC) indicator lamp lights up while you’re driving?

A

The ESC system has activated

40
Q

How would under-inflated tyres affect your vehicle?

A

The vehicle’s stopping distance would increase

41
Q

When are you not allowed to sound your vehicle’s horn?

A

Between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am in a built-up area

42
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What’s the purpose of a catalytic converter?

A

To reduce harmful exhaust gases

43
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When should tyre pressures be checked?

A

When tyres are cold

44
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How should you dispose of a used vehicle battery?

A

Take it to a local-authority disposal site

45
Q

What’s most likely to increase fuel consumption?

A

Harsh braking and accelerating

46
Q

The fluid level in your battery is low. What fluid should you use to top it up?

A

Distilled water

47
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You’re parked on the road at night. When must you use parking lights?

A

When the speed limit exceeds 30 mph

48
Q

What can cause excessive or uneven tyre wear?

A

A faulty braking system

49
Q

You need to top up your battery with distilled water. What level should you fill it to?

A

Just above the cell plates

50
Q

How can you plan your route before starting a long journey?

A

Use a route planner on the internet

51
Q

How will your journey be affected by travelling outside the busy times of day?

A

Your journey will have fewer delays

52
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You plan your route before starting a journey. Why should you also plan an alternative route?

A

Your original route may be blocked

53
Q

You have to arrive on time for an appointment. How should you plan for the journey?

A

Allow plenty of time for the trip

54
Q

What can you expect if you drive using rapid acceleration and heavy braking?

A

Increased fuel consumption

55
Q

What could cause you to crash if the level is allowed to get too low?

A

Brake-fluid level

56
Q

How much more fuel will you use by driving at 70 mph, compared with driving at 50 mph?

A

About 15%

57
Q

What does it mean if this light comes on while you’re driving?

A

A fault in the braking system

58
Q

What’s the legal minimum depth of tread for car tyres?

A

1.6 mm

59
Q

How can drivers help the environment?

A

By accelerating gently

60
Q

What should you do when you leave your car unattended for a few minutes?

A

Lock it and remove the key

61
Q

Where would parking your vehicle cause an obstruction?

A

In front of a property entrance

62
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What’s the most important reason for having a properly adjusted head restraint?

A

To help you avoid neck injury

63
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What can people who live or work in towns and cities do to help reduce urban pollution levels?

A

Walk or cycle

64
Q

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

A

Take all valuables with you

65
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How can you help to prevent your car radio being stolen?

A

Install a security-coded radio

66
Q

You’re driving a friend’s children home from school. They’re both under 14 years old. Who’s responsible for making sure they wear a seat belt or approved child restraint where required?

A

You, the driver

67
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What makes the vehicle in the picture ‘environmentally friendly’?

A

It’s powered by electricity

68
Q

Why have ‘red routes’ been introduced in major cities?

A

To help the traffic flow

69
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When will your vehicle use more fuel?

A

When its tyres are under-inflated

70
Q

How can you reduce the environmental harm caused by your motor vehicle?

A

Keep engine revs low

71
Q

How will a roof rack affect your car?

A

Fuel consumption will increase

72
Q

What part of the car does the law require you to keep in good condition?

A

The seat belts

73
Q

What’s the safest thing to do if you have to leave valuables in your car?

A

Lock them out of sight

74
Q

Why do MOT tests include an exhaust emission test?

A

To help protect the environment against pollution

75
Q

Why should you try and park in a secure car park?

A

It helps deter thieves

76
Q

How can you reduce the risk of your vehicle being broken into at night?

A

Leave it in a well-lit area

77
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What can you achieve if you drive smoothly?

A

Reduction in fuel consumption by about 15%

78
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How can driving in an ecosafe manner help protect the environment?

A

By reducing exhaust emissions

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