Theory Flashcards

1
Q

When may you drive without wearing your seatbelt

A

When you’re carrying out a maneuver that includes reversing

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2
Q

Where would you find a crawler lane on a motorway

A

On a steep gradient

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3
Q

What should you do while you’re driving or riding along a motorway

A

Look much further ahead than you would on other roads

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4
Q

The conditions are good and dry. When should you use the 2 second rule

A

When checking your gap from the vehicle in front

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5
Q

What must you do when you’re overtaking a car at night

A

Make sure you don’t dazzle other road users

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6
Q

What information should you share if you’re involved in a collision

A

Your name, address, vehicle registration

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7
Q

What should you do before making a U turn

A

Look over your shoulder for a final check

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8
Q

You see double white lines along the center of the road. When may you park on the left

A

to pick up passengers

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9
Q

When may you wait in the area marked with a cycle

A

When the traffic lights change to amber after you’ve passed the 1st line

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10
Q

When are you allowed to wait on the yellow grid markings

A

When you’re turning right

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11
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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

Rapid and firmly

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12
Q

You’re on a 3 lane motorway. Which lane are you in if there are red reflective studs on your left and white ones on your right

A

Left hand lane

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13
Q

Why would you fit chains to your wheels

A

To help prevent skidding in deep snow

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14
Q

What will happen if your car’s wheels are unbalanced

A

The steering will vibrate

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15
Q

What colour are the reflective studs along the left hand edge of the motorway

A

Red

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16
Q

What driving technique can help you save fuel

A

Missing out some gears

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17
Q

You’re approaching an unmarked crossroads. How should you deal with the junction

A

Slow down and look both ways

18
Q

When may you cross a double solid white line in the middle of the road

A

To pass a road maintenance vehicle travelling at 10mph or less

19
Q

What’s the reason for a hatched area along the centre of a road

A

It separates traffic flowing in opposite directions

20
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

21
Q

Why should you check for motorcyclists just before turning right into a side road

A

They may be overtaking on your right

22
Q

You’re at the front of a queue of traffic waiting to turn right into a side road. Why is it important to check your right mirror just before turning

A

To check for overtaking vehicles

23
Q

Why is it particularly important to check your vehicle before making a long motorway journey

A

continuous high speeds increase the risk of your vehicle breaking down

24
Q

What will reduce fuel consumption

A

Driving more slowly

25
Why should you never wave people across at pedestrian crossings
Another vehicle may be coming
26
Where may you overtake on a one way street
Right or left
27
Where would you find green reflective studs on a motorway
At slip-road entrances and exits
28
When should tyre pressures be checked
When tyres are cold
29
How should you position yourself when you use the emergency telephone on a motorway
Face the oncoming traffic
30
You need to top up your battery with distilled water. What level should you fill it to
Just above the cell plates
31
What does it mean if you see a pedestrian with a dog that has a yellow or burgundy coat
The pedestrian is deaf
32
When may a passenger travel in a car without wearing a seat belt
When they're exempt for medical reasons
33
You lose control of your car and damage a garden wall. What must you do if the property owner isn't available
Report to police
34
What must disabled people display if they're travelling on a dual carriageway
Flashing amber beacon
35
You're travelling in the left hand lane of a three lane motorway. How should you react to traffic joining from a slip road
Adjust your speed or change lane if you can do it safely
36
Where is your vehicle most likely to be affected by side winds
On an open stretch of road
37
Why is travelling in neutral for long distances a bad technique
There won't be any engine braking
38
What lights should you use when you're driving on a wet motorway and vehicles are throwing up surface spray
Dipped headlights
39
You'll have stopped in an emergency area. What must you do before you rejoin the carriageway
Use the emergency telephone
40
When will you feel the effects of engine braking
When you change to a lower gear
41
You're driving on a clear night. Which lights should you use if the national speed limit applies and there's a steady stream of oncoming traffic
Dipped headlights
42
Where are amber reflective studs found on a motorway
Between the central reservation and the carriageway