Vehicle/Motorcycle Handling

Question 1

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

Answer 1

In case it stops suddenly

Question 2

What will affect your vehicle’s stopping distance?

Answer 2

The condition of the tyres

Question 3

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

Answer 3

To make them more visible in thick fog

Question 4

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

Answer 4

It will reduce your control

Question 5

What should you do when dealing with this hazard?

Answer 5

Use a low gear and drive slowly

Question 6

When may you wait in a box junction?

Answer 6

When oncoming traffic prevents you turning right

Question 7

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

Answer 7

Stop at a passing place

Question 8

When may front fog lights be used?

Answer 8

When visibility is seriously reduced

Question 9

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

Answer 9

The engine will work harder

Question 10

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

Answer 10

Be wary of a sudden gust

Question 11

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

Answer 11

Leave parking lights switched on

Question 12

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

Answer 12

Slow down or stop

Question 13

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

Answer 13

Switch them off as long as visibility remains good

Question 14

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

Answer 14

To prevent dazzling drivers behind

Question 15

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

Answer 15

They’ll dazzle other drivers

Question 16

Why would you fit chains to your wheels?

Answer 16

To help prevent skidding in deep snow

Question 17

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

Answer 17

Use your headlights

Question 18

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

Answer 18

Dipped headlights

Question 19

When will you feel the effects of engine braking?

Answer 19

When you change to a lower gear

Question 20

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

Answer 20

Dipped headlights

Question 21

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

Answer 21

Whether your journey is essential

Question 22

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

Answer 22

The windows and lights are clean and clear

Question 23

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

Answer 23

Switch off your fog lights

Question 24

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

Answer 24

They may be confused with brake lights

Question 25

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

Answer 25

The vehicle will gain speed more quickly

Question 26

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

Answer 26

There won’t be any engine braking

Question 27

When must you use dipped headlights during the day?

Answer 27

When you’re driving in poor visibility

Question 28

When may you overtake another vehicle on their left?

Answer 28

When you’re in a one-way street

Question 29

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

Answer 29

It will be doubled

Question 30

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

Answer 30

Beware of bends in the road ahead

Question 31

Which plate may appear with this road sign?

Answer 31

Question 32

What’s the reason for traffic-calming measures?

Answer 32

To slow traffic down

Question 33

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

Answer 33

Red

Question 34

What’s a rumble device designed to do?

Answer 34

Alert you to a hazard

Question 35

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

Answer 35

Leave plenty of time for your journey

Question 36

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

Answer 36

Make sure you don’t dazzle other road users

Question 37

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?

Answer 37

Slow down and stay behind

Question 38

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

Answer 38

To make you aware of your speed

Question 39

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

Answer 39

To prevent the motorcycle sliding on the metal drain covers

Question 40

Why should you test your brakes after this hazard?

Answer 40

Your brakes will be wet

Question 41

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

Answer 41

It’s more difficult to see what’s ahead

Question 42

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

Answer 42

By changing to a lower gear

Question 43

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

Answer 43

You’ll have less steering and braking control

Question 44

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

Answer 44

Ten times the normal distance