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1
Q

What’s the main cause of skidding?

A

The driver

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2
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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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3
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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5
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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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6
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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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8
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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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11
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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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12
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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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13
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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
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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?

A

Loose

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?

A

Ten times

25
Q

What requires extra care when you’re driving or riding in windy conditions?

A

Passing pedal cyclists

26
Q

Why should you keep well to the left as you approach a right-hand bend?

A

To improve your view of the road

27
Q

You’ve just gone through flood water. What should you do to make sure your brakes are working properly?

A

Go slowly while gently applying the brakes

28
Q

What will be affected if the road surface becomes soft in very hot weather?

A

The tyre grip

29
Q

Where is your vehicle most likely to be affected by side winds?

A

On an open stretch of road

30
Q

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?

A

Drop back to regain a safe distance

31
Q

You’re travelling on the motorway. How can you lower the risk of a collision when the vehicle behind is following too closely?

A

Increase your distance from the vehicle in front

32
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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?

A

Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front

33
Q

What should you do when you’re using a contraflow system?

A

Choose an appropriate lane in good time

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