Vehicle handling

Question 1

What should you do if you park on the road when it’s foggy?

Answer 1

Leave parking lights switched on

Question 2

You’re driving on the motorway in windy conditions. What should you do as you overtake a high-sided vehicle?

Answer 2

Be wary of a sudden gust

Question 3

You’re driving on a motorway at night. Which lights should you have on if there are other vehicles just ahead of you?

Answer 3

Dipped headlights

Question 4

Why is it bad technique to coast when you’re driving downhill?

Answer 4

The vehicle will gain speed more quickly

Question 5

What’s the reason for traffic-calming measures?

Answer 5

To slow traffic down

Question 6

What should you check before you start a journey in foggy weather?

Answer 6

The windows and lights are clean and clear.

Question 7

What will happen to your car when you drive up a steep hill?

Answer 7

The engine will work harder

Question 8

Why is it dangerous to leave rear fog lights switched on after the fogs cleared?

Answer 8

They may be confused with brake lights.

Question 9

Why should you switch off your rear fog lights when the fog has cleared?

Answer 9

To prevent dazzling drivers behind

Question 10

You’re driving with your front fog lights switched on. What should you do if the fog has cleared?

Answer 10

Switch them off as long as visibility remains good

Question 11

What should you do when you’re driving along a road that has a series of road humps?

Answer 11

Stay at a reduced speed for the whole stretch of road

Question 12

When may front fog lights be used?

Answer 12

When visibility is seriously reduced

Question 13

You’re travelling in very heavy rain. How is this likely to affect your overall stopping distance?

Answer 13

It will be doubled

Question 14

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

Answer 14

To make them more visible in thick fog

Question 15

When may you overtake another vehicle on their left?

Answer 15

When you’re in one-way street

Question 16

What will affect your vehicle’s stopping distance?

Answer 16

The condition of the tyres

Question 17

What should you do when dealing with this hazard?
(FORD)

Answer 17

Use a low gear and drive slowly

Question 18

Why is travelling in neutral for long distances (known as coasting) bad driving technique?

Answer 18

There won’t be any engine braking

Question 19

When will you feel the effects of engine braking?

Answer 19

When you change to a lower gear

Question 20

When may you wait in a box junction?

Answer 20

When oncoming traffic prevents you turning right

Question 21

You’re driving on an icy road. What distance from the car in front should you drive?

Answer 21

x10 the normal distance

Question 22

What will happen if you use rear fog lights in good condition?

Answer 22

They’ll dazzle other drivers

Question 23

What will happen if you hold the clutch pedal down or roll in neutral for too long?

Answer 23

It will reduce your control

Question 24

Why could it be dangerous to keep the clutch down, or select neutral, for long periods of time while you’re driving?

Answer 24

You’ll have less steering and braking control

Question 25

What’s the purpose of the yellow lines painted across the road?

Answer 25

To make you aware of your speed

Question 26

There’s been a heavy fall of snow. What should you consider before driving in these conditions?

Answer 26

Whether your journey is essential

Question 27

What should you do when you meet an oncoming vehicle on a single-track road?

Answer 27

Stop at a passing place

Question 28

Why should you test your brakes after this hazard?

Answer 28

Your brakes will be wet

Question 29

Why should you reduce your speed when you’re driving or riding in fog?

Answer 29

It’s more difficult to see what’s ahead

Question 30

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

Answer 30

Red

Question 31

You’ve been driving in fog. What musts you do when the visibility improves?

Answer 31

Switch off your fog lights

Question 32

The road is wet. Why would a motorcyclist steer around drain covers while they were cornering?

Answer 32

Tp prevent the motorcycle sliding on the metal drain covers

Question 33

When must you use dipped headlights during the day?

Answer 33

When you’re driving in poor visibility

Question 34

Which plate may appear with this road sign?
(red triangle with hump)

Answer 34

Humps for 1/2 miles

Question 35

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

Answer 35

Make sure you don’t dazzle other drivers

Question 36

What should you do if you have to make a journey in foggy conditions?

Answer 36

Leave plenty of time for your journey

Question 37

Which lights should you switch on when day time visibility is poor but not seriously reduced?

Answer 37

Dipped headlights

Question 38

What’s a rumble device designed to do?

Answer 38

Alert you to a hazard

Question 39

What should you do when you’re overtaking at night?

Answer 39

Beware of bends in the road ahead

Question 40

You’re driving at night. What should you do if you’re dazzled by headlights coming towards you?

Answer 40

Slow down or stop

Question 41

Why would you fit chains to your wheels?

Answer 41

To help prevent skidding in deep snow

Question 42

You’re driving in fog. Why should you keep well back from the vehicle in front ?

Answer 42

In case it stops suddenly

Question 43

You’re travelling on a road that has road humps. What should you do when the driver in front is travelling more slowly than you?
(red triangle with hump)

Answer 43

Slow down and stay behind

Question 44

Which lights must you use if you’re driving on a well-lit motorway at night?

Answer 44

Use your headlights

Question 45

How can you use your vehicle’s engine to control you speed?

Answer 45

By changing to a lower gear