Theory batch 8 Flashcards

1
Q

In a bulit up area at night and the road is well lit, why should you use dipped headlights?

A

So that you can be easily seen by others

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2
Q

In a traffic line,what action shoud you take if the driver behind is following very closely?

A

Slow down gradually increasing the gap between you and the vehicle in front

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3
Q

Who has priority when traffic lights are out of order ?

A

Nobody

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4
Q

When driving on a wet road, how can you tell if you’re tyres are losing their grip on the surface?

A

The steering will feel very light

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5
Q

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

A

By reducing exhaust emissions

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6
Q

What should yiu do when approcahing roadworks on a motorway?

A

Obey the speed limit

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7
Q

How do motorways reduce traffic bunching ?

A

By using variable speed limits

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8
Q

Why would you fit chains to your wheels?

A

To help prevent skidding in deep snow

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9
Q

What is a crawlwe lane used for

A

Lane for heavy and slow vehicles

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10
Q

On what type of road surface may abs be ineffective?

A

Loose

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11
Q

After driving through flood water, how should yiu try brakes to make sure they are working properly?

A

Go slowly while gently applying the brakes

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12
Q

What does the white line along the side of the road indicate?

A

The edge of the carriageway

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13
Q

Why is it dangerous to overtake near a junction ?

A

A driver waiting to emerge might not see you

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14
Q

Horse ride in left lane at a roundabout where should you expect the rider to go ?

A

Any direction

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15
Q

When must you stop your vehicle ?

A

If you’re in an incident that causes damage or injury

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16
Q

When driving in slow moving queue of traffic, what should you do just before changing lane?

A

Look for motorcyclists filtering through the traffic

17
Q

What should you do when your overtaking at night?

A

Beware of bends in the road ahead

18
Q

What will keep your car secure?

A

Registering with vehicle watch scheme

19
Q

How will a roof rack affect your car ?

A

Fuel comsumption will increase

20
Q

How would under-inflated tyres affect your vehicle?

A

The vehicle’s stopping disatnce would decrease

21
Q

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

A

Just above the cell plates

22
Q

What can you achieve if you drive smoothly?

A

Reduction in fuel comsumption by about 15%

23
Q

Which driving technique can help you svae fuel?

A

Missing out some gears

24
Q

What is the purpose of calatyic converter?

A

To reduce harmful exhaust gases

25
Q

When driving on a road with humps how should you drive?

A

Maintain a reduced speed throughout

26
Q

What does ecosafe driving achieve

A

Improved road safety