safety margins Flashcards
Where is your vehicle most likely to be affected by side winds?
What should you do when you’re using a contraflow system?
What should you do when you park a car facing downhill?
What will be affected if the road surface becomes soft in very hot weather?
How can you use your vehicle’s engine as a brake?
You’re driving in a built-up area that has traffic calming measures. What should you do when you approach a road hump?
What should you do when you’re driving in snowy conditions?
You’re following a vehicle on a wet road. You stay a safe distance behind it. What should you do if a driver overtakes you and pulls into the gap you’ve left?
Why should you keep well to the left as you approach a right hand bend?
On what type of surface may anti-lock brakes be ineffective?
Whats the main cause of skidding?
You’re driving along a wet road. How can you tell if your vehicles tyres are losing their grip on the surface?
How can you avoid wheelspin when youre driving on an icy road?
You’re about to go down a steep hill. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?
What lights should you use when you’re driving on a wet motorway and vehicles are throwing up surface spray?
You’re driving on an open road in dry weather. What distance should you keep from the vehicle in front?
What is the main benefit of driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle?
You’re driving a vehicle that has anti-lock brakes. How should you apply the footbrake when you need to stop in an emergency?
What would suggest you’re driving on an icy road?
How should you use anti-lock brakes when you need to stop in an emergency?
What should you do before starting a journey in foggy weather?
What should you do when you’re overtaking a motorcyclist on a windy day?
You’re about to start a journey in freezing weather. What part of your vehicle should you clear of ice and snow?
What can result when you travel for long distances in neutral (coasting)?
