Wrong Answers

Question 1

Where can you find reflective amber studs on the motorway?

Answer 1

On the right-hand edge of the road

Question 2

Other drivers may sometimes flash their headlights at you. What is the official meaning of this signal?

Answer 2

They’re warning you of their presence.

Question 3

Where would you see a contra flow bus lane?

Answer 3

On a one-way street.

Question 4

Where may you overtake on a one-way street?

Answer 4

On the left or right

Question 6

What does the single yellow line along the side of the road mean?

Answer 6

Waiting restrictions apply at certain times

Question 7

There are no speed limit signs on the road. In the UK, how is a 30mph limit generally indicated?

Answer 7

By street lighting

Question 8

What should you do when you’re using a contraflow system?

Answer 8

Choose an appropriate lane in good time

Question 10

How can you avoid wheelspin when you’re driving on an icy road?

Answer 10

Drive at a slow speed in the highest gear possible

Question 11

You’re on a motorway. I hen are you allowed to overtake on the right?

Answer 11

When in queues

Question 12

How should you signal if you’re going straight ahead at a roundabout?

Answer 12

Signal left just after you pass the exit before the one you’re going to take.

Question 13

How can you avoid wheel spin when you’re on an icy road?

Answer 13

Drive at a slow speed in the highest gear possible

Question 15

Your insurer will issue you with an insurance certificate. When must you produce this document for inspection?

Answer 15

When your vehicle is having an MOT test.

Question 16

Youre about to go down a steep hill. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?

Answer 16

Select a low gear and use the breaks carefully.

Question 17

Your insurer will issue you with an insurance certificate. When must you produce this document for inspection?

Answer 17

When a police officer asks you for it.

Question 18

A casualty isn’t breathing normally and needs. at what rate should you press down and release the centre of their chest?

Answer 18

120 times per minute

Question 19

Which vehicle will use a blue flashing beacon?

Answer 19

Bomb disposal

Question 20

Are passengers allowed to ride in a caravan that’s being towed?

Answer 20

No, not at any time.

Question 21

Who should obey diamond-shaped traffic signs?

Answer 21

Tram drivers

Question 22

You’re in a line of traffic. What should you do if the driver behind is following very closely?

Answer 22

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

Question 23

Your vehicle has broken down on a motorway. In which direction should you walk to find the nearest emergency telephone?

Answer 23

In the direction shown on the marker posts

Question 24

What type of emergency vehicle is fitted with a green flashing beacon?

Answer 24

Doctor’s car

Question 25

What’s the minimum time gap you should leave when following a vehicle on a wet road?

Answer 25

4 seconds

Question 26

You’re waiting in a traffic queue at night. What can you do to avoid dazzling the drivers behind you?

Answer 26

Use the parking break and release the foot brake.

Question 27

Which type of crossing allows cyclists to ride across with pedestrians?

Answer 27

Toucan

Question 28

How would under-inflated tires affect your vehicle?

Answer 28

The vehicle stopping distance would increase

Question 29

The fluid level in your battery is low. What fluid should you use to top it up?

Answer 29

Distilled water

Question 30

When should tyre pressures be checked?

Answer 30

When tyres are cold

Question 31

When should you check the engine oil level?

Answer 31

Before a long journey

Question 32

You’re driving a car that has a diesel engine. What can a loose filler cap on your fuel tank cause?

Answer 32

It can make the road slippery for other road users

Question 33

You on the motorway. When can you use hazard warning lights?

Answer 33

When you slow down quickly because of danger ahead

Question 34

When are you not allowed to sound your vehicles horn?

Answer 34

Between 11:30 pm and 7 am in a built-up area.

Question 35

What may help to deter a thief from stealing your car?

Answer 35

Etching the registration number onto the windows.

Question 36

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

Answer 36

10 times the normal distance

Question 37

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

Answer 37

Just above the cell plates

Question 39

What does it mean when your vehicle keeps bouncing after you sharply press down and release on the bodywork over the wheel?

Answer 39

The shock absorbers are worn

Question 40

Where would you find green reflective studs on a motorway?

Answer 40

At slip-road entrances and exits

Question 41

You’re driving in heavy traffic on a wet road. Which lights should you use if there is a lot of surface spray?

Answer 41

Dipped headlights

Question 43

Your car needs to pass an MOT test. What may be invalidated if you drive the car without a current MOT certificate?

Answer 43

The vehicle insurance

Question 45

On what type of road surface may anti-lock brakes be ineffective?

Answer 45

Loose