Safety Margins Flashcards

1
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What’s the main cause of skidding?

A

The driver

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What should you do when you’re driving in snowy conditions?

A

Brake gently in plenty of time

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Q

What’s the main benefit of driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle?

A

Improved grip on the road

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4
Q

You’re about to go down a steep hill. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?

A

Select a low gear and use the brakes carefully

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You’re driving a vehicle that has anti-lock brakes. How should you apply the footbrake when you need to stop in an emergency?

A

Rapidly and firmly

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You’re driving along a country road. You see this sign. What should you do after dealing safely with the hazard?

A

Test your brakes

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7
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In which conditions will your overall stopping distance increase?

A

In the rain

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How can you use your vehicle’s engine as a brake?

A

By changing to a lower gear

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9
Q

What can result when you travel for long distances in neutral (known as coasting)?

A

Reduction in control

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10
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You’re driving in a built-up area that has traffic-calming measures. What should you do when you approach a road hump?

A

Check your mirror and slow down

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What should you do when you’re overtaking a motorcyclist on a windy day?

A

Pass widely

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How can you avoid wheelspin when you’re driving on an icy road?

A

Drive at a slow speed in the highest gear possible

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You’re driving in freezing conditions. What should you do as you approach a sharp bend?

A

Slow down gently

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You’re about to start a journey in freezing weather. What part of your vehicle should you clear of ice and snow?

A

The Windows

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15
Q

What will help you to move off on a snowy surface?

A

Using a higher gear than normal

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16
Q

What should you do when you park a car facing downhill?

A

Turn the steering wheel towards the kerb

17
Q

On what type of road surface may anti-lock brakes be ineffective?

18
Q

What would suggest you’re driving on an icy road?

A

There’s less tyre noise

19
Q

You’re driving along a wet road. How can you tell if your vehicle’s tyres are losing their grip on the surface?

A

The steering will feel very light

20
Q

You’re driving on an open road in dry weather. What distance should you keep from the vehicle in front?

A

A two-second time gap

21
Q

How should you use anti-lock brakes when you need to stop in an emergency?

A

Brake promptly and firmly until you’ve stopped

22
Q

What lights should you use when you’re driving on a wet motorway and vehicles are throwing up surface spray?

A

Dipped headlights

23
Q

What should you do before starting a journey in foggy weather?

A

Allow more time

24
Q

How much can stopping distances increase in icy conditions?

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What requires extra care when you're driving or riding in windy conditions?
Passing pedal cyclists
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Why should you keep well to the left as you approach a right-hand bend?
To improve your view of the road
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You’ve just gone through flood water. What should you do to make sure your brakes are working properly?
Go slowly while gently applying the brakes
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What will be affected if the road surface becomes soft in very hot weather?
The tyre grip
29
Where is your vehicle most likely to be affected by side winds?
On an open stretch of road
30
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?
Drop back to regain a safe distance
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You're travelling on the motorway. How can you lower the risk of a collision when the vehicle behind is following too closely?
Increase your distance from the vehicle in front
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You're following other vehicles in fog. You have your headlights on dipped beam. What else can you do to reduce the chances of being in a collision?
Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front
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What should you do when you're using a contraflow system?
Choose an appropriate lane in good time