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Rule 72 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 72. 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. When should you ride in the centre of your lane? Give one answer
A Always
B Never
C On quiet roads, slower traffic, near junctions
D Only on busy roads
Correct Answer: C On quiet roads, slower traffic, near junctions
Explanation: Rule 72 advises riding in the lane centre on quiet roads, in slower traffic, and near junctions for visibility.
2. What should you do on busy roads with faster traffic? Give one answer
A Allow overtaking, stay 0.5 metres from kerb
B Ride in the lane centre
C Ride on the pavement
D Stop and wait
Correct Answer: A Allow overtaking, stay 0.5 metres from kerb
Explanation: When on busy roads, keep at least 0.5 metres from the kerb to allow faster vehicles to overtake safely, as per Rule 72.
3. What is advised when traffic around you starts flowing more freely? Give one answer
A Continue in the centre
B Increase your speed
C Move to the left to allow overtaking
D Stop cycling
Correct Answer: C Move to the left to allow overtaking
Explanation: If traffic flow increases, move to the left to let faster vehicles overtake, if safe, according to Rule 72.
4. How should you approach junctions or road narrowings? Give one answer
A Accelerate through them
B Disregard other traffic
C Move to the left side
D Stay in lane centre, preventing unsafe overtaking
Correct Answer: D Stay in lane centre, preventing unsafe overtaking
Explanation: At junctions or road narrowings, stay in the lane centre to prevent unsafe overtaking, as stated in Rule 72.