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Rule 173 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 173. There are 3 questions in this test. You need to answer 2 out of 3 to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!

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1. What should you first assess when crossing or turning right on a dual carriageway? Give one answer
A If the central reservation can protect your vehicle
B The number of lanes
C The speed of oncoming traffic
D The time of day
Correct Answer: A If the central reservation can protect your vehicle
Explanation: Rule 173 advises first assessing whether the central reservation is deep enough to protect the full length of your vehicle.
2. How should you cross a dual carriageway if the central reservation is deep enough? Give one answer
A Accelerate rapidly while crossing
B Cross both carriageways at once
C Only cross during low traffic
D Treat each half as a separate road
Correct Answer: D Treat each half as a separate road
Explanation: If the central reservation is sufficient, treat each half of the carriageway as separate, waiting in the middle for a safe gap.
3. What should you do if the central reservation is too shallow for your vehicle? Give one answer
A Cross one half at a time
B Reverse back to the road
C Turn left instead
D Wait to cross both carriageways in one go
Correct Answer: D Wait to cross both carriageways in one go
Explanation: When the central reservation is too shallow, wait until it's safe to cross both carriageways in one go, as per Rule 173.