The duration of this ADI theory test is 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes). There are 100 multiple choice questions. You need at least 85/100 to pass. Click the Begin Test button when you're ready to start. You may review your answer after each question or wait until the end to view your overall result. Good luck!
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: It's an offence to cause undue dazzle or discomfort to other road users by using fog lights when they're not needed. Remember to switch them off when visibility improves.
Explanation: It's an offence to cause undue dazzle or discomfort to other road users by using fog lights when they're not needed. Remember to switch them off when visibility improves.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: When it's safe to do so, you may cross the solid white line to pass a stationary vehicle or to pass a pedal cycle, horse or road maintenance vehicle if they're travelling at 10 mph or less. You may also cross the solid line to enter a side road or access a property.
Explanation: When it's safe to do so, you may cross the solid white line to pass a stationary vehicle or to pass a pedal cycle, horse or road maintenance vehicle if they're travelling at 10 mph or less. You may also cross the solid line to enter a side road or access a property.
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Windscreen pillars can block your view, particularly at junctions. Those road users who are most at risk of not being seen are cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians. Never rely on just a quick glance.
Explanation: Windscreen pillars can block your view, particularly at junctions. Those road users who are most at risk of not being seen are cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians. Never rely on just a quick glance.
4. What sort of pass certificate will the examiner issue if a disabled driver passes their driving test in a specifically adapted motor car?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: If a disabled driver passes their driving test in a specifically adapted motor car, the driving licence issued will restrict them to driving vehicles fitted with the necessary adaptations.
Explanation: If a disabled driver passes their driving test in a specifically adapted motor car, the driving licence issued will restrict them to driving vehicles fitted with the necessary adaptations.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: A signal might not be necessary where there's no-one to benefit from it, or where the signal could confuse other road users. Forward planning and taking an early and steady course will remove the need to routinely signal to pass parked vehicles or obstructions.
Explanation: A signal might not be necessary where there's no-one to benefit from it, or where the signal could confuse other road users. Forward planning and taking an early and steady course will remove the need to routinely signal to pass parked vehicles or obstructions.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If you operate the brakes when air is in the hydraulic system, they'll have a spongy feel and braking efficiency will be reduced. This is because the air in the system is being compressed as you brake; hydraulic brake fluid alone can't be compressed. If you notice there's a fault with your brakes, have them checked as soon as possible. Don't drive with faulty brakes.
Explanation: If you operate the brakes when air is in the hydraulic system, they'll have a spongy feel and braking efficiency will be reduced. This is because the air in the system is being compressed as you brake; hydraulic brake fluid alone can't be compressed. If you notice there's a fault with your brakes, have them checked as soon as possible. Don't drive with faulty brakes.
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Even if you've had no first-aid training, you can help at a crash. Deal with any danger, make sure that the emergency services are called, and help those involved. If a casualty isn't in danger, then don't move them, as they may have injuries you can't see. Reassure them and wait for the emergency services to arrive.
Explanation: Even if you've had no first-aid training, you can help at a crash. Deal with any danger, make sure that the emergency services are called, and help those involved. If a casualty isn't in danger, then don't move them, as they may have injuries you can't see. Reassure them and wait for the emergency services to arrive.
8. Which lights should you use when you're driving on a busy, well-lit motorway at night?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Always use your headlights, even on motorways that are lit. Use dipped beam where necessary, to avoid dazzling other drivers.
Explanation: Always use your headlights, even on motorways that are lit. Use dipped beam where necessary, to avoid dazzling other drivers.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Generally, vehicles shouldn't park partially or fully on verges, footpaths or pavements. However, it's becoming more common for this to be allowed on some narrow streets. Special parking signs will show where it's allowed.
Explanation: Generally, vehicles shouldn't park partially or fully on verges, footpaths or pavements. However, it's becoming more common for this to be allowed on some narrow streets. Special parking signs will show where it's allowed.
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: After ensuring the scene is safe, your priorities are to cool the burns with a clean, cool, non-toxic liquid and then to check the casualty for shock. Don't remove anything sticking to the burns, as this could cause further injury and infection.
Explanation: After ensuring the scene is safe, your priorities are to cool the burns with a clean, cool, non-toxic liquid and then to check the casualty for shock. Don't remove anything sticking to the burns, as this could cause further injury and infection.
11. A crash has just happened. A casualty is lying in the busy road. What's the first thing you should do to help?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: At the scene of a crash, your first priority is to warn approaching traffic of the obstruction ahead. You can do this by displaying an advance warning triangle (but not on a motorway), switching on hazard warning lights or any other means that doesn't put you or anyone else at risk.
Explanation: At the scene of a crash, your first priority is to warn approaching traffic of the obstruction ahead. You can do this by displaying an advance warning triangle (but not on a motorway), switching on hazard warning lights or any other means that doesn't put you or anyone else at risk.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: In some built-up areas, the speed limit may be reduced to 20 mph. Where there are traffic-calming features, the speed limit may be signed as a 20 mph zone with no repeater signs within the zone. Where there are no traffic-calming features, the 20 mph speed limit is signed at each end of the street and with repeater signs in between. Driving at a slower speed will help give you the time and space to see and deal safely with hazards such as pedestrians and parked cars.
Explanation: In some built-up areas, the speed limit may be reduced to 20 mph. Where there are traffic-calming features, the speed limit may be signed as a 20 mph zone with no repeater signs within the zone. Where there are no traffic-calming features, the 20 mph speed limit is signed at each end of the street and with repeater signs in between. Driving at a slower speed will help give you the time and space to see and deal safely with hazards such as pedestrians and parked cars.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Don't overtake any vehicle just before you turn left. If there's a cyclist in front, be patient: let the cyclist pass the turning and then turn left behind them.
Explanation: Don't overtake any vehicle just before you turn left. If there's a cyclist in front, be patient: let the cyclist pass the turning and then turn left behind them.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If your vehicle catches fire, quickly get the occupants out of the vehicle and to a safe place. Don't attempt to put out a fire in the engine compartment. Opening the bonnet will give the fire more oxygen and make it flare up. Call the fire service.
Explanation: If your vehicle catches fire, quickly get the occupants out of the vehicle and to a safe place. Don't attempt to put out a fire in the engine compartment. Opening the bonnet will give the fire more oxygen and make it flare up. Call the fire service.
15. What does it mean when an area of road is painted with white diagonal stripes and surrounded by a broken white line?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Diagonal stripes or chevrons are painted on the road to help separate traffic lanes or vehicles turning right. When bordered by a solid white line, you shouldn't enter the area except in an emergency. If the line is broken, you shouldn't enter the area unless it's necessary and you can see that it's safe.
Explanation: Diagonal stripes or chevrons are painted on the road to help separate traffic lanes or vehicles turning right. When bordered by a solid white line, you shouldn't enter the area except in an emergency. If the line is broken, you shouldn't enter the area unless it's necessary and you can see that it's safe.
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: This sign tells you that all lanes continue through the junction. Traffic leaving at the junction does so by using a slip road. There will normally be countdown markers before the slip road.
Explanation: This sign tells you that all lanes continue through the junction. Traffic leaving at the junction does so by using a slip road. There will normally be countdown markers before the slip road.
Correct Answer: C 
Explanation: The white circular sign with a red border and no symbol means 'no vehicles', including ridden pedal cycles. It's always used with a plate: mostly 'no vehicles', but occasionally 'play street'. Exemptions and times of operation may also be shown on the plate.
Explanation: The white circular sign with a red border and no symbol means 'no vehicles', including ridden pedal cycles. It's always used with a plate: mostly 'no vehicles', but occasionally 'play street'. Exemptions and times of operation may also be shown on the plate.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Hatch markings are painted at potentially dangerous areas to separate streams of traffic. For example, they can be seen at sharp bends and at junctions to protect traffic turning right.
Explanation: Hatch markings are painted at potentially dangerous areas to separate streams of traffic. For example, they can be seen at sharp bends and at junctions to protect traffic turning right.
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Advise a pupil that they should never overtake on the approach to a junction. The driver they're following may decide to turn right at the last moment. Other vehicles may arrive quickly at the junction and turn left into your road without taking effective observation.
Explanation: Advise a pupil that they should never overtake on the approach to a junction. The driver they're following may decide to turn right at the last moment. Other vehicles may arrive quickly at the junction and turn left into your road without taking effective observation.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A security-coded radio can deter thieves, as it's likely to be of little use when removed from the vehicle.
Explanation: A security-coded radio can deter thieves, as it's likely to be of little use when removed from the vehicle.
21. What should you tell your pupil while you're teaching the turn-in-the-road exercise?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: When teaching your pupil the turn-in-the-road exercise, you should explain that having the car under control is only part of the procedure. They also need to be aware of other road users and know how to deal with them safely.
Explanation: When teaching your pupil the turn-in-the-road exercise, you should explain that having the car under control is only part of the procedure. They also need to be aware of other road users and know how to deal with them safely.
22. You're making a right turn. What could you do if you think your indicators might be difficult to see?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: You should always do your best to make other road users aware of your intentions. If you think your indicator might not be seen, or your intentions might not be clear, then giving an arm signal as well may be helpful.
Explanation: You should always do your best to make other road users aware of your intentions. If you think your indicator might not be seen, or your intentions might not be clear, then giving an arm signal as well may be helpful.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If an ADI is charging for a driving lesson, they must display their ADI certificate and appropriate L or D plates on the tuition car.
Explanation: If an ADI is charging for a driving lesson, they must display their ADI certificate and appropriate L or D plates on the tuition car.
24. What's the speed limit on a road that has street lights but no speed-limit repeater signs?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If you aren't sure of the speed limit, a good indication is the presence of street lights. If there's street lighting, the speed limit will usually be 30 mph unless otherwise indicated.
Explanation: If you aren't sure of the speed limit, a good indication is the presence of street lights. If there's street lighting, the speed limit will usually be 30 mph unless otherwise indicated.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Curving direction arrows are often found painted on the road before solid double white lines and hatch markings; they indicate the direction you should pass them. They're also painted on the road on the approach to low arched bridges, to mark the route high vehicles should take.
Explanation: Curving direction arrows are often found painted on the road before solid double white lines and hatch markings; they indicate the direction you should pass them. They're also painted on the road on the approach to low arched bridges, to mark the route high vehicles should take.
26. The timing of directions to a pupil is very important. What's the recommended method of doing this clearly?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: A pupil needs time to react to an instructor's directions. It's recommended that an instructor uses the Alert - Direct - Identify procedure. For example, 'At the roundabout' (alert them and gain their attention); 'take the road off to the right, it's the third exit' (direct them); 'it's signposted to Bristol' (identify).
Explanation: A pupil needs time to react to an instructor's directions. It's recommended that an instructor uses the Alert - Direct - Identify procedure. For example, 'At the roundabout' (alert them and gain their attention); 'take the road off to the right, it's the third exit' (direct them); 'it's signposted to Bristol' (identify).
27. You're driving towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if you see a person in a wheelchair waiting to cross?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: As you would with an able-bodied person, you should prepare to slow down and stop. Don't wave them across, as other traffic may not stop.
Explanation: As you would with an able-bodied person, you should prepare to slow down and stop. Don't wave them across, as other traffic may not stop.
28. You're driving on an urban clearway during its time of operation. Apart from breakdowns, when may you stop on this road?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: A clearway is a section of road where no stopping is allowed on the main carriageway. However, a driver can stop on an urban clearway, during its times of operation, to set down or pick up passengers.
Explanation: A clearway is a section of road where no stopping is allowed on the main carriageway. However, a driver can stop on an urban clearway, during its times of operation, to set down or pick up passengers.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The right-hand lane of the motorway isn't the 'fast lane'; it should be used only for overtaking. Sometimes you may be directed into a right-hand lane as a result of roadworks or an incident. Be guided by the signs or officers directing the traffic.
Explanation: The right-hand lane of the motorway isn't the 'fast lane'; it should be used only for overtaking. Sometimes you may be directed into a right-hand lane as a result of roadworks or an incident. Be guided by the signs or officers directing the traffic.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Having your car registration number etched on all your windows is a cheap and effective way to deter car thieves.
Explanation: Having your car registration number etched on all your windows is a cheap and effective way to deter car thieves.
31. Just before starting a journey, you're involved in an argument. What should you do if this has made you feel angry?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If you're feeling upset or angry, your concentration and judgement will be affected; this will increase your risk of an incident while driving. You should therefore wait until you've calmed down before you start driving.
Explanation: If you're feeling upset or angry, your concentration and judgement will be affected; this will increase your risk of an incident while driving. You should therefore wait until you've calmed down before you start driving.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Only use front fog lights when adverse weather conditions mean you can't see more than 100 metres (328 feet). Remember: to avoid dazzling other drivers, turn off your fog lights when the visibility improves.
Explanation: Only use front fog lights when adverse weather conditions mean you can't see more than 100 metres (328 feet). Remember: to avoid dazzling other drivers, turn off your fog lights when the visibility improves.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: A heavy load on your roof rack will reduce the stability of the vehicle because it moves the centre of gravity away from that intended by the manufacturer. Be aware of this when you drive around bends and corners. If you change direction at speed, your vehicle and/or load could become unstable and you could lose control.
Explanation: A heavy load on your roof rack will reduce the stability of the vehicle because it moves the centre of gravity away from that intended by the manufacturer. Be aware of this when you drive around bends and corners. If you change direction at speed, your vehicle and/or load could become unstable and you could lose control.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Check the vehicle handbook: this should give you guidance on the correct tyre pressures for your vehicle. There may be recommendations to increase the tyre pressure when carrying heavy loads or when travelling continuously at higher speeds, such as when using a motorway.
Explanation: Check the vehicle handbook: this should give you guidance on the correct tyre pressures for your vehicle. There may be recommendations to increase the tyre pressure when carrying heavy loads or when travelling continuously at higher speeds, such as when using a motorway.
35. You've stalled in the middle of a level crossing and can't restart the engine. What should you do if the warning bell starts to ring?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: If you can't restart your engine before the warning bells ring, stay calm, especially if you have passengers on board. Leave the vehicle and get yourself and any passengers well clear of the crossing without delay.
Explanation: If you can't restart your engine before the warning bells ring, stay calm, especially if you have passengers on board. Leave the vehicle and get yourself and any passengers well clear of the crossing without delay.
36. You're driving along the motorway. What should you do if you have to slow down due to a hazard ahead?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Using your hazard warning lights in addition to your brake lights will give the traffic behind you an extra warning of the hazard ahead. Only use them for long enough to ensure that your warning has been seen.
Explanation: Using your hazard warning lights in addition to your brake lights will give the traffic behind you an extra warning of the hazard ahead. Only use them for long enough to ensure that your warning has been seen.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: On a motorway, you should keep to the left-hand lane whenever possible. Only use the other lanes for overtaking or when directed by signals. Using other lanes when the left-hand lane is empty can frustrate drivers behind you.
Explanation: On a motorway, you should keep to the left-hand lane whenever possible. Only use the other lanes for overtaking or when directed by signals. Using other lanes when the left-hand lane is empty can frustrate drivers behind you.
38. You're driving in town. Why should you be careful if there's a bus at a bus stop on the other side of the road?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If you see a bus ahead, watch out for pedestrians. They may not be able to see you if they're crossing behind the bus.
Explanation: If you see a bus ahead, watch out for pedestrians. They may not be able to see you if they're crossing behind the bus.
39. You're driving in slow-moving queues of traffic. What should you do just before you change lane?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Before you change lane in a traffic queue, look for motorcyclists who may be filtering between the lanes of traffic. Make sure you look properly, as a motorcycle is small and easy to overlook.
Explanation: Before you change lane in a traffic queue, look for motorcyclists who may be filtering between the lanes of traffic. Make sure you look properly, as a motorcycle is small and easy to overlook.
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Motorcyclists often filter through slow-moving traffic. If you intend to turn right, your signal may be obscured by other vehicles. A check into your blind area before turning is necessary to avoid making a turn at the moment an overtaking vehicle is alongside.
Explanation: Motorcyclists often filter through slow-moving traffic. If you intend to turn right, your signal may be obscured by other vehicles. A check into your blind area before turning is necessary to avoid making a turn at the moment an overtaking vehicle is alongside.
41. You've stopped at a pelican crossing. What should you do if the lights change to green while someone is crossing slowly in front of you?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: At a pelican crossing, the green light means you may proceed as long as the crossing is clear. If someone hasn't finished crossing, be patient and wait for them.
Explanation: At a pelican crossing, the green light means you may proceed as long as the crossing is clear. If someone hasn't finished crossing, be patient and wait for them.
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If a medicine you need to take is making you feel drowsy, get advice from your doctor before driving.
Explanation: If a medicine you need to take is making you feel drowsy, get advice from your doctor before driving.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A driver who's been drinking alcohol should go home by public transport or taxi. Alcohol takes time to leave the body and someone might remain unfit to drive even the day after drinking it.
Explanation: A driver who's been drinking alcohol should go home by public transport or taxi. Alcohol takes time to leave the body and someone might remain unfit to drive even the day after drinking it.
44. You're about to drive down a steep hill. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: When travelling down a steep hill, your vehicle will tend to increase speed. This will make it more difficult for you to stop. To maintain control and prevent the vehicle from running away
- select a lower gear - the engine will then help to control your speed
- use the footbrake to maintain control.
Explanation: When travelling down a steep hill, your vehicle will tend to increase speed. This will make it more difficult for you to stop. To maintain control and prevent the vehicle from running away
- select a lower gear - the engine will then help to control your speed
- use the footbrake to maintain control.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: A skid happens when the driver changes the speed or direction of their vehicle so suddenly that the tyres can't keep their grip on the road. The risk of skidding is much greater on wet or icy roads than in dry conditions. It's the driver's responsibility to recognise the conditions and drive in a manner that takes the conditions into account.
Explanation: A skid happens when the driver changes the speed or direction of their vehicle so suddenly that the tyres can't keep their grip on the road. The risk of skidding is much greater on wet or icy roads than in dry conditions. It's the driver's responsibility to recognise the conditions and drive in a manner that takes the conditions into account.
46. You're driving a car fitted with automatic transmission. Why would you use kick-down?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The action of sharply pressing the accelerator to the floor (kick-down) will send a signal to the transmission to select a lower gear. This is useful when wanting to accelerate briskly, such as when overtaking another vehicle.
Explanation: The action of sharply pressing the accelerator to the floor (kick-down) will send a signal to the transmission to select a lower gear. This is useful when wanting to accelerate briskly, such as when overtaking another vehicle.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: A pupil should be advised to seek assistance if they can't see clearly behind when they're reversing. During the driving test, however, the examiner will select a corner where this won't be necessary.
Explanation: A pupil should be advised to seek assistance if they can't see clearly behind when they're reversing. During the driving test, however, the examiner will select a corner where this won't be necessary.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Horses can be startled by the sound of a car engine or the rush of air caused by a vehicle passing too closely. Keep well back and only pass when it's safe. Leave them plenty of room. You may have to use the other side of the road to go past. If you do, first make sure there's no oncoming traffic.
Explanation: Horses can be startled by the sound of a car engine or the rush of air caused by a vehicle passing too closely. Keep well back and only pass when it's safe. Leave them plenty of room. You may have to use the other side of the road to go past. If you do, first make sure there's no oncoming traffic.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: There are times when other drivers make incorrect or ill-judged decisions. Stay calm and don't retaliate or react aggressively. Always consider the safety of other road users, your passengers and yourself.
Explanation: There are times when other drivers make incorrect or ill-judged decisions. Stay calm and don't retaliate or react aggressively. Always consider the safety of other road users, your passengers and yourself.
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Explanation: The New Drivers Act was introduced in an attempt to reduce the high number of road traffic incidents involving new, inexperienced drivers. It states that a driver's licence will be revoked if they receive six or more penalty points as a result of offences committed within two years of passing their first practical driving test.
Explanation: The New Drivers Act was introduced in an attempt to reduce the high number of road traffic incidents involving new, inexperienced drivers. It states that a driver's licence will be revoked if they receive six or more penalty points as a result of offences committed within two years of passing their first practical driving test.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Feedback is vital to help a pupil understand whether they're competent. It can take many forms. Sitting quietly and not saying anything can be just as effective for feedback as talking all the time. The skill is in judging how and when to provide feedback so that it has a positive learning impact.
Explanation: Feedback is vital to help a pupil understand whether they're competent. It can take many forms. Sitting quietly and not saying anything can be just as effective for feedback as talking all the time. The skill is in judging how and when to provide feedback so that it has a positive learning impact.
52. You're teaching a pupil to move off from the side of the road. Why should you teach them to look around?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: It's important that instructors explain that safety checks aren't just a test requirement but are a vital part of keeping safe on the road. Explaining the reasons behind safety checks should help pupils to think for themselves and become safe drivers.
Explanation: It's important that instructors explain that safety checks aren't just a test requirement but are a vital part of keeping safe on the road. Explaining the reasons behind safety checks should help pupils to think for themselves and become safe drivers.
53. What should the candidate do when the examiner gives the signal for an emergency stop?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: During an emergency-stop exercise, the examiner will check that the road is clear behind before they give the signal to stop. At the signal, the candidate should keep full control of the vehicle while stopping it as quickly and safely as possible.
Explanation: During an emergency-stop exercise, the examiner will check that the road is clear behind before they give the signal to stop. At the signal, the candidate should keep full control of the vehicle while stopping it as quickly and safely as possible.
54. As a recommendation, how often should you check the brake lights on the car you use?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: It's recommended that you check all the lights on your vehicle on a daily basis and replace any faulty bulbs. Carrying spare bulbs and fuses in your vehicle will ensure you can replace a bulb as soon as you find it has failed.
Explanation: It's recommended that you check all the lights on your vehicle on a daily basis and replace any faulty bulbs. Carrying spare bulbs and fuses in your vehicle will ensure you can replace a bulb as soon as you find it has failed.
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Explanation: When you're overtaking on a motorway, you'll sometimes find faster vehicles approaching from behind. When it's safe to do so, you should move over and let them pass. Don't try to enforce the legal speed limit.
Explanation: When you're overtaking on a motorway, you'll sometimes find faster vehicles approaching from behind. When it's safe to do so, you should move over and let them pass. Don't try to enforce the legal speed limit.
56. You're following another vehicle in good weather conditions at 70 mph. What's the minimum separation distance you should allow?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Always drive at a speed that will allow you to stop well within the distance you can see to be clear. Allow at least a two-second gap between you and the vehicle in front on roads carrying fast traffic. The gap should be at least doubled on wet roads and increased still further on icy roads.
Explanation: Always drive at a speed that will allow you to stop well within the distance you can see to be clear. Allow at least a two-second gap between you and the vehicle in front on roads carrying fast traffic. The gap should be at least doubled on wet roads and increased still further on icy roads.
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: If another driver wishes to travel faster than you, it isn't your role to try and stop them. Move to the left when it's safe and let them pass, even if they appear to be breaking the speed limit.
Explanation: If another driver wishes to travel faster than you, it isn't your role to try and stop them. Move to the left when it's safe and let them pass, even if they appear to be breaking the speed limit.
58. What's the best way to maintain the motivation and interest of a pupil having difficulty in learning?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: When planning and delivering a lesson, it's important to remember that we all learn in different ways. Continuing to deliver in the same way, when the pupil is clearly not engaging or making progress, may reduce their motivation even further.
Explanation: When planning and delivering a lesson, it's important to remember that we all learn in different ways. Continuing to deliver in the same way, when the pupil is clearly not engaging or making progress, may reduce their motivation even further.
59. Why should an approved driving instructor (ADI) spend time clarifying a pupil's learning goals and needs?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: To design an effective programme of learning, it's important to understand what a pupil brings to the process. This will enable you to decide the level at which instruction can begin. It will also encourage the pupil to engage with the learning process if they're not forced to go over material they already know.
Explanation: To design an effective programme of learning, it's important to understand what a pupil brings to the process. This will enable you to decide the level at which instruction can begin. It will also encourage the pupil to engage with the learning process if they're not forced to go over material they already know.
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Explanation: Once identified, driving faults should be addressed at the earliest opportunity. A fault should be looked upon as a chance to teach the point and to encourage a change for the better in the pupil's driving.
Explanation: Once identified, driving faults should be addressed at the earliest opportunity. A fault should be looked upon as a chance to teach the point and to encourage a change for the better in the pupil's driving.
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Explanation: Double white lines along the centre of the road are usually found in places where there's a poor view ahead, usually caused by bends in the road. When the line nearest to you is solid, you may cross it to pass a stationary vehicle, providing that it's safe to do so.
Explanation: Double white lines along the centre of the road are usually found in places where there's a poor view ahead, usually caused by bends in the road. When the line nearest to you is solid, you may cross it to pass a stationary vehicle, providing that it's safe to do so.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Dual carriageways and motorways share the same 70 mph national speed limit for cars and motorcycles. If a car or motorcycle is towing a trailer, then this maximum permitted speed is reduced to 60 mph.
Explanation: Dual carriageways and motorways share the same 70 mph national speed limit for cars and motorcycles. If a car or motorcycle is towing a trailer, then this maximum permitted speed is reduced to 60 mph.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: If someone fails their driving test, the examiner will give them a copy of the driving-test report form. This will show all the faults marked during the test. The examiner will also offer an oral explanation as to why they haven't passed. If the instructor is present during the examiner's explanation, they'll be able to offer their pupil additional advice and guidance.
Explanation: If someone fails their driving test, the examiner will give them a copy of the driving-test report form. This will show all the faults marked during the test. The examiner will also offer an oral explanation as to why they haven't passed. If the instructor is present during the examiner's explanation, they'll be able to offer their pupil additional advice and guidance.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: If you drive too fast in wet conditions, your steering may suddenly feel 'light'. This indicates that the tyres have lifted off the surface of the road and are skating on the surface of the water. This is known as aquaplaning. While this is happening, you'll be unable to steer the vehicle and your brakes will have no effect on your speed. To restore your tyres' grip on the road, ease off the accelerator smoothly. Don't brake or turn the steering until tyre grip has been restored.
Explanation: If you drive too fast in wet conditions, your steering may suddenly feel 'light'. This indicates that the tyres have lifted off the surface of the road and are skating on the surface of the water. This is known as aquaplaning. While this is happening, you'll be unable to steer the vehicle and your brakes will have no effect on your speed. To restore your tyres' grip on the road, ease off the accelerator smoothly. Don't brake or turn the steering until tyre grip has been restored.
65. You're going to drive a car that you haven't driven before. What's the most important consideration when you're adjusting the seat?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: At the start of their training, a pupil needs to understand why the seating adjustment is important. They should familiarise themselves with all seat adjustment controls; without assistance, pupils should be able to move the seat into a position where they can reach all of the important controls comfortably.
Explanation: At the start of their training, a pupil needs to understand why the seating adjustment is important. They should familiarise themselves with all seat adjustment controls; without assistance, pupils should be able to move the seat into a position where they can reach all of the important controls comfortably.
66. You're driving a car that has manual transmission. What should you do if you have to drive through shallow flood water?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: You should always assess the depth of the water and avoid driving through deep or fast-flowing water. There's a risk that water may stop the engine if it enters the combustion chamber via the air intake, obstructs the exhaust pipe or short-circuits the ignition system. In addition, there's a risk of the vehicle being swept away by fast-flowing water. To drive through shallow water, you should drive slowly, because this will prevent a wave from washing over the engine. To ensure the exhaust pipe doesn't become flooded, the engine speed should be kept high, which may require you to slip the clutch.
Explanation: You should always assess the depth of the water and avoid driving through deep or fast-flowing water. There's a risk that water may stop the engine if it enters the combustion chamber via the air intake, obstructs the exhaust pipe or short-circuits the ignition system. In addition, there's a risk of the vehicle being swept away by fast-flowing water. To drive through shallow water, you should drive slowly, because this will prevent a wave from washing over the engine. To ensure the exhaust pipe doesn't become flooded, the engine speed should be kept high, which may require you to slip the clutch.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: When a vehicle is facing downhill, it will try to roll forward when the parking brake is released. Applying the footbrake before releasing the parking brake ensures control is maintained.
Explanation: When a vehicle is facing downhill, it will try to roll forward when the parking brake is released. Applying the footbrake before releasing the parking brake ensures control is maintained.
68. You're driving around a left-hand bend at night. Which lights should you use if there's oncoming traffic?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: At night, you should dip your headlights to avoid dazzling oncoming drivers or those ahead of you. If you're being overtaken, dip your headlights as the other vehicle comes past. Look ahead for hazards before you switch to dipped beam, because your view of the road ahead will suddenly be reduced.
Explanation: At night, you should dip your headlights to avoid dazzling oncoming drivers or those ahead of you. If you're being overtaken, dip your headlights as the other vehicle comes past. Look ahead for hazards before you switch to dipped beam, because your view of the road ahead will suddenly be reduced.
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Explanation: On a right-hand bend, cornering forces will transfer more weight to the nearside wheels. If the brakes are also applied, the transfer of weight forward, combined with the cornering forces, puts more weight on the nearside front tyre - and this makes the car less stable.
Explanation: On a right-hand bend, cornering forces will transfer more weight to the nearside wheels. If the brakes are also applied, the transfer of weight forward, combined with the cornering forces, puts more weight on the nearside front tyre - and this makes the car less stable.
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Explanation: By leaving the car in gear, the engine will help to prevent the vehicle from rolling. When parking facing uphill, select first gear. This will maximise the resistance from the engine if the parking brake should fail.
Explanation: By leaving the car in gear, the engine will help to prevent the vehicle from rolling. When parking facing uphill, select first gear. This will maximise the resistance from the engine if the parking brake should fail.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Emergency telephones on the motorway are connected to control centres, where the operator can identify your location from the telephone you're using. To help you locate an emergency telephone, marker posts are situated at 100 metre intervals. These marker posts have arrows directing you to the nearest telephone. Emergency telephones are spaced at 1 mile intervals.
Explanation: Emergency telephones on the motorway are connected to control centres, where the operator can identify your location from the telephone you're using. To help you locate an emergency telephone, marker posts are situated at 100 metre intervals. These marker posts have arrows directing you to the nearest telephone. Emergency telephones are spaced at 1 mile intervals.
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Explanation: Exemptions are provided in the regulations. If an inertia-reel seat belt has temporarily locked because the vehicle is parked on a gradient, the driver may move the vehicle. As soon as the mechanism has unlocked and released itself, the driver should stop and apply the belt.
Explanation: Exemptions are provided in the regulations. If an inertia-reel seat belt has temporarily locked because the vehicle is parked on a gradient, the driver may move the vehicle. As soon as the mechanism has unlocked and released itself, the driver should stop and apply the belt.
73. What fault would you suspect if the footbrake on your car starts to feel spongy?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If air gets into the hydraulic system, the brake pedal will feel spongy. When you press it, the air is compressed, causing the pedal to move further than normal. As a result, braking efficiency is reduced. Have the system checked by a qualified mechanic: brake faults are too important to be ignored.
Explanation: If air gets into the hydraulic system, the brake pedal will feel spongy. When you press it, the air is compressed, causing the pedal to move further than normal. As a result, braking efficiency is reduced. Have the system checked by a qualified mechanic: brake faults are too important to be ignored.
74. What should you do if you discover that the coolant in the vehicle radiator needs topping up during a long journey?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: You should check the coolant level frequently, particularly before a long journey, and top it up as necessary. The need to top up often might indicate a leak or other fault in the cooling system. Have it checked by your garage or dealer.
Explanation: You should check the coolant level frequently, particularly before a long journey, and top it up as necessary. The need to top up often might indicate a leak or other fault in the cooling system. Have it checked by your garage or dealer.
75. Can you park on the zigzag lines of a zebra crossing when there are no other parking spaces to be found?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: You mustn't park within the area marked by zigzag lines on either side of a pedestrian crossing. You'll be causing an obstruction by obscuring the view of both pedestrians and drivers.
Explanation: You mustn't park within the area marked by zigzag lines on either side of a pedestrian crossing. You'll be causing an obstruction by obscuring the view of both pedestrians and drivers.
76. You're driving a car at night. The vehicle behind starts to overtake. When should you dip your headlights?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If a driver overtakes you, dip your headlights as soon as they pass you and drop back to ensure that your dipped beam falls short of their vehicle. When following another vehicle at night, you should drive with your headlights on dipped beam. The main beam would shine in the mirrors of the car ahead and could dazzle the driver.
Explanation: If a driver overtakes you, dip your headlights as soon as they pass you and drop back to ensure that your dipped beam falls short of their vehicle. When following another vehicle at night, you should drive with your headlights on dipped beam. The main beam would shine in the mirrors of the car ahead and could dazzle the driver.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Some zebra crossings are divided by a central island. Each half is a separate crossing.
Explanation: Some zebra crossings are divided by a central island. Each half is a separate crossing.
78. What should you teach your pupils to do when they're learning to turn their vehicle around in the road?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: All-round observation is essential throughout any manoeuvre. Drivers should use their mirrors and pay particular attention to the direction in which they're moving, to vulnerable road users, and to what might be happening in any blind spots.
Explanation: All-round observation is essential throughout any manoeuvre. Drivers should use their mirrors and pay particular attention to the direction in which they're moving, to vulnerable road users, and to what might be happening in any blind spots.
79. How much verbal instruction is needed to help a pupil attain a good standard of driving?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: It's important to reduce direct instruction and transfer the responsibility for learning to the pupil as quickly as possible. You must ensure that the pupil understands what they need to do and how they need to do it. Once they have this knowledge, they should be allowed to practise and develop their competence without constant instruction.
Explanation: It's important to reduce direct instruction and transfer the responsibility for learning to the pupil as quickly as possible. You must ensure that the pupil understands what they need to do and how they need to do it. Once they have this knowledge, they should be allowed to practise and develop their competence without constant instruction.
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Explanation: If traffic is moving slowly in queues on a motorway, stay in your lane. If the queue on your right is moving more slowly than the queue you're in, you may pass on the left.
Explanation: If traffic is moving slowly in queues on a motorway, stay in your lane. If the queue on your right is moving more slowly than the queue you're in, you may pass on the left.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: When a candidate passes a practical driving test, their full licence is normally issued directly by the licensing authority. However, if this doesn't happen, successful candidates should apply for a full licence as soon as possible. The driving-test pass certificate is valid for two years; if a full licence isn't applied for within that time, the driver will need to retake their test.
Explanation: When a candidate passes a practical driving test, their full licence is normally issued directly by the licensing authority. However, if this doesn't happen, successful candidates should apply for a full licence as soon as possible. The driving-test pass certificate is valid for two years; if a full licence isn't applied for within that time, the driver will need to retake their test.
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Explanation: If your vehicle is stationary, only sound the horn if you think there's a risk of danger. Don't use it to attract attention. This causes unnecessary noise and could be misleading to other road users.
Explanation: If your vehicle is stationary, only sound the horn if you think there's a risk of danger. Don't use it to attract attention. This causes unnecessary noise and could be misleading to other road users.
83. A bus has stopped at a bus stop ahead of you. What should you do if its right-hand indicator is flashing?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: If a bus is signalling to move off, give it priority as long as it's safe to do so. Look for pedestrians who have left the bus and may be trying to cross the road.
Explanation: If a bus is signalling to move off, give it priority as long as it's safe to do so. Look for pedestrians who have left the bus and may be trying to cross the road.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Zebra crossings have
- flashing amber beacons on both sides of the road
- black-and-white stripes on the crossing
- white zigzag markings on both sides of the crossing.
Where you can see pedestrians are waiting to cross, slow down and prepare to stop.
Explanation: Zebra crossings have
- flashing amber beacons on both sides of the road
- black-and-white stripes on the crossing
- white zigzag markings on both sides of the crossing.
Where you can see pedestrians are waiting to cross, slow down and prepare to stop.
85. You're driving in town and see these lights flashing. What hazard would you expect to see next?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: These lights warn that children may be crossing the road to a nearby school. Slow down so that you're ready to stop if necessary.
Explanation: These lights warn that children may be crossing the road to a nearby school. Slow down so that you're ready to stop if necessary.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: On a single carriageway road, the national speed limit will apply, unless signs indicate otherwise. For a car, the limit is 60 mph unless the car is towing a trailer - in which case the limit is reduced to 50 mph.
Explanation: On a single carriageway road, the national speed limit will apply, unless signs indicate otherwise. For a car, the limit is 60 mph unless the car is towing a trailer - in which case the limit is reduced to 50 mph.
87. You're at a junction controlled by traffic lights. When should you wait, even if the green light is showing?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: As you approach traffic lights, look into the road you wish to take. If the road is blocked, hold back, even if the green light shows.
Explanation: As you approach traffic lights, look into the road you wish to take. If the road is blocked, hold back, even if the green light shows.
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Explanation: Sometimes road markings can be obscured by queuing traffic, or you may be unsure which lane you need to be in. If you realise too late that you're in the wrong lane, don't cut across lanes or bully other drivers to let you in. Follow the lane you're in and find somewhere safe to turn around if you need to.
Explanation: Sometimes road markings can be obscured by queuing traffic, or you may be unsure which lane you need to be in. If you realise too late that you're in the wrong lane, don't cut across lanes or bully other drivers to let you in. Follow the lane you're in and find somewhere safe to turn around if you need to.
89. What should you do if you want to overtake a slow tractor but you're not sure if it's safe to do so?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Never overtake unless you're absolutely sure that it's safe. Ask yourself, 'Can I see far enough down the road to complete the manoeuvre safely? Are there junctions ahead? Is it legal to overtake here?' If you have any doubt, then wait until you can overtake safely and legally.
Explanation: Never overtake unless you're absolutely sure that it's safe. Ask yourself, 'Can I see far enough down the road to complete the manoeuvre safely? Are there junctions ahead? Is it legal to overtake here?' If you have any doubt, then wait until you can overtake safely and legally.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: On a motorway, all traffic should use the left-hand lane unless they're overtaking. Use the centre or right-hand lanes if you need to overtake. Make sure that you move back to the left-hand lane when you've finished overtaking. Don't stay in the middle or right-hand lane if the left-hand lane is free.
Explanation: On a motorway, all traffic should use the left-hand lane unless they're overtaking. Use the centre or right-hand lanes if you need to overtake. Make sure that you move back to the left-hand lane when you've finished overtaking. Don't stay in the middle or right-hand lane if the left-hand lane is free.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Once you've joined a motorway, you need to stay in the left-hand lane for long enough to give yourself time to judge, and adjust to, the speed of motorway traffic.
Explanation: Once you've joined a motorway, you need to stay in the left-hand lane for long enough to give yourself time to judge, and adjust to, the speed of motorway traffic.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Although cars are the least likely to be affected, side winds can affect anyone, especially
- after overtaking a large vehicle
- when passing gaps between hedges or buildings
- on exposed sections of road.
Explanation: Although cars are the least likely to be affected, side winds can affect anyone, especially
- after overtaking a large vehicle
- when passing gaps between hedges or buildings
- on exposed sections of road.
93. It's raining and you're following a motorcyclist as they ride around a bend. Why would the motorcyclist steer around a metal drain cover?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Motorcyclists will be checking the road ahead for uneven or slippery surfaces, especially in wet weather. They may need to move across their lane to avoid road-surface hazards such as potholes and slippery metal drain covers.
Explanation: Motorcyclists will be checking the road ahead for uneven or slippery surfaces, especially in wet weather. They may need to move across their lane to avoid road-surface hazards such as potholes and slippery metal drain covers.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Motorcycles are small vehicles and can be difficult to see. If the rider wears bright clothing, it can make it easier for other road users to see them approaching, especially at junctions.
Explanation: Motorcycles are small vehicles and can be difficult to see. If the rider wears bright clothing, it can make it easier for other road users to see them approaching, especially at junctions.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: A motorcycle can be lost from sight behind another vehicle. The use of the headlight helps to make it more conspicuous and therefore more easily seen.
Explanation: A motorcycle can be lost from sight behind another vehicle. The use of the headlight helps to make it more conspicuous and therefore more easily seen.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: There are some crossings where cycle routes lead cyclists to cross at the same place as pedestrians. These are called toucan crossings. Always look out for cyclists, as they're likely to be approaching faster than pedestrians.
Explanation: There are some crossings where cycle routes lead cyclists to cross at the same place as pedestrians. These are called toucan crossings. Always look out for cyclists, as they're likely to be approaching faster than pedestrians.
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Explanation: Before setting out on a long journey, check the oil level, as an engine can use more oil on a long journey than on shorter trips. Insufficient oil can lead to excessive wear and engine damage.
Explanation: Before setting out on a long journey, check the oil level, as an engine can use more oil on a long journey than on shorter trips. Insufficient oil can lead to excessive wear and engine damage.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Puffin crossings have infra-red sensors that detect when pedestrians are crossing and hold the red traffic signal until the crossing is clear. The use of a sensor means there's no flashing amber phase, as there is with a pelican crossing; the lights follow the same sequence as traffic lights.
Explanation: Puffin crossings have infra-red sensors that detect when pedestrians are crossing and hold the red traffic signal until the crossing is clear. The use of a sensor means there's no flashing amber phase, as there is with a pelican crossing; the lights follow the same sequence as traffic lights.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If you're following a large vehicle but are so close to it that you can't see its exterior mirrors, the driver can't see you. Keeping well back will also allow you to see the road ahead by looking past either side of the large vehicle.
Explanation: If you're following a large vehicle but are so close to it that you can't see its exterior mirrors, the driver can't see you. Keeping well back will also allow you to see the road ahead by looking past either side of the large vehicle.
100. The traffic light ahead is showing an amber light. Which colour light(s) will it show next?
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Explanation: At junctions controlled by traffic lights, you must stop and wait behind the white line until the lights change to green. You may then proceed unless your exit road is blocked or it's not safe to do so, such as when pedestrians are crossing in front of you. After the green light, the amber light will show on its own for a short period, followed by the red light. When the amber light shows on its own, you should stop, providing it's safe to do so.
Explanation: At junctions controlled by traffic lights, you must stop and wait behind the white line until the lights change to green. You may then proceed unless your exit road is blocked or it's not safe to do so, such as when pedestrians are crossing in front of you. After the green light, the amber light will show on its own for a short period, followed by the red light. When the amber light shows on its own, you should stop, providing it's safe to do so.