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Rule 42 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 42. There are 4 questions in this test. You need to answer 3 out of 4 to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!

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1. Which direction should Class 3 vehicles travel on the road? Give one answer
A Alongside the traffic
B Any direction is acceptable
C In the direction of the traffic
D Opposite to the traffic
Correct Answer: C In the direction of the traffic
Explanation: Class 3 vehicles should travel in the direction of the traffic when on the road for safety.
2. Where should Class 2 users primarily travel? Give one answer
A In cycle lanes
B On pedestrian crossings
C On the pavement
D On the road
Correct Answer: C On the pavement
Explanation: Class 2 users should always use the pavement when it is available, as per Rule 42.
3. What should Class 2 users do when there is no pavement? Give one answer
A Avoid using the road
B Follow vehicle lanes
C Use caution on the road
D Use the nearest cycle lane
Correct Answer: C Use caution on the road
Explanation: Class 2 users should use caution when on the road if there is no pavement available.
4. What law regulates the use of invalid carriages on highways? Give one answer
A The Highway Safety Regulations 1990
B The Pavement Use Act 1985
C The Road Traffic Act 1988
D The Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations 1988
Correct Answer: D The Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations 1988
Explanation: The Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations 1988: Regulation 9 governs this.