Theory batch 8 Flashcards
In a bulit up area at night and the road is well lit, why should you use dipped headlights?
So that you can be easily seen by others
In a traffic line,what action shoud you take if the driver behind is following very closely?
Slow down gradually increasing the gap between you and the vehicle in front
Who has priority when traffic lights are out of order ?
Nobody
When driving on a wet road, how can you tell if you’re tyres are losing their grip on the surface?
The steering will feel very light
How can driving in an ecosafe manner help protect the environment ?
By reducing exhaust emissions
What should yiu do when approcahing roadworks on a motorway?
Obey the speed limit
How do motorways reduce traffic bunching ?
By using variable speed limits
Why would you fit chains to your wheels?
To help prevent skidding in deep snow
What is a crawlwe lane used for
Lane for heavy and slow vehicles
On what type of road surface may abs be ineffective?
Loose
After driving through flood water, how should yiu try brakes to make sure they are working properly?
Go slowly while gently applying the brakes
What does the white line along the side of the road indicate?
The edge of the carriageway
Why is it dangerous to overtake near a junction ?
A driver waiting to emerge might not see you
Horse ride in left lane at a roundabout where should you expect the rider to go ?
Any direction
When must you stop your vehicle ?
If you’re in an incident that causes damage or injury
When driving in slow moving queue of traffic, what should you do just before changing lane?
Look for motorcyclists filtering through the traffic
What should you do when your overtaking at night?
Beware of bends in the road ahead
What will keep your car secure?
Registering with vehicle watch scheme
How will a roof rack affect your car ?
Fuel comsumption will increase
How would under-inflated tyres affect your vehicle?
The vehicle’s stopping disatnce would decrease
You need to top up your battery with distilled water, what level should you fill it to?
Just above the cell plates
What can you achieve if you drive smoothly?
Reduction in fuel comsumption by about 15%
Which driving technique can help you svae fuel?
Missing out some gears
What is the purpose of calatyic converter?
To reduce harmful exhaust gases
