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Rule 178 Test

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These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 178. 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. What are advanced stop lines at junctions for, according to Rule 178? Give one answer
A For pedestrians to cross
B To allocate space for buses
C To give priority to motorcyclists
D To position cyclists ahead of other traffic
Correct Answer: D To position cyclists ahead of other traffic
Explanation: Advanced stop lines at junctions allow cyclists to be positioned ahead of other traffic, as per Rule 178.
2. Where must motorists stop if the lights are amber or red at a junction with advanced stop lines? Give one answer
A At the first white line
B At the second white line
C Beyond the stop lines
D In the cyclists' area
Correct Answer: A At the first white line
Explanation: Motorists must stop at the first white line if the lights are amber or red at a junction with advanced stop lines, according to Rule 178.
3. What must drivers do if they have crossed the first white line when the signal goes red? Give one answer
A Continue through the junction
B Stop at the second white line
C Stop immediately in the cyclist area
D Turn back to the first line
Correct Answer: B Stop at the second white line
Explanation: If drivers cross the first white line when the signal goes red, they must stop at the second white line, as stated in Rule 178.
4. How should large vehicle drivers position themselves at advanced stop lines? Give one answer
A Close to the second white line
B Directly on the first white line
C Far enough back to see the whole cyclist area
D In the cyclists' area if it’s clear
Correct Answer: C Far enough back to see the whole cyclist area
Explanation: Drivers of large vehicles should stop sufficiently far back to see the whole area where cyclists may be waiting, taking blind spots into account.