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Rule 149 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 149. There are 5 questions in this test. You need to answer 4 out of 5 to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!

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1. When is using a hand-held mobile phone while driving permitted? Give one answer
A For GPS navigation
B For quick calls
C In a genuine emergency
D To change music
Correct Answer: C In a genuine emergency
Explanation: Rule 149 allows using a hand-held mobile phone in a genuine emergency to call 999 or 112 if it's unsafe to stop.
2. What must you NOT do with a hand-held device when driving? Give one answer
A Use it for any purpose
B Use it for voice commands
C Use it on loudspeaker
D Use it with a headset
Correct Answer: A Use it for any purpose
Explanation: Rule 149 states you must not use a hand-held mobile phone or similar device for any purpose while driving.
3. Under which laws is the use of hand-held mobiles while driving regulated? Give one answer
A Road Traffic Act 1988 & The Road Vehicles Regulations 1986
B The Highway Code 1999
C The Mobile Device Act 2010
D The Vehicle Safety Act 2005
Correct Answer: A Road Traffic Act 1988 & The Road Vehicles Regulations 1986
Explanation: The Road Traffic Act 1988 and The Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986 govern hand-held mobile usage while driving.
4. What is the rule for making contactless payments with a mobile device? Give one answer
A Only at red lights
B Only for small amounts
C Only in traffic jams
D Vehicle must be stationary
Correct Answer: D Vehicle must be stationary
Explanation: Rule 149 allows using a hand-held mobile phone for contactless payments if the vehicle is stationary and the service is received at the same time.
5. Is it safe to use hands-free equipment while driving? Give one answer
A It can still distract attention
B It is always safe
C Recommended by Highway Code
D Required for long drives
Correct Answer: A It can still distract attention
Explanation: While not banned, using hands-free equipment is likely to distract your attention from the road, as per Rule 149.