Menu
Log In
Sign Up
Login
Sign Up
Menu

Rule 172 Test

-->

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 172. 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!

Sign up to keep track of your progress

Tests Taken

Last Score

Average Score

Your Progress

Test Quick View

Click on an answer to view the correct choice along with the explanation.

1. What must you do when approaching a junction with a 'Give Way' sign? Give one answer
A Accelerate through the junction
B Give way to traffic on the main road
C Only stop if traffic is visible
D Yield only to larger vehicles
Correct Answer: B Give way to traffic on the main road
Explanation: Rule 172 requires giving way to traffic on the main road at a junction with a 'Give Way' sign or triangle marked on the road.
2. What indicates that you must give way when emerging from a junction? Give one answer
A Broken white lines across the road
B No road markings
C Solid white lines across the road
D Yellow box junction markings
Correct Answer: A Broken white lines across the road
Explanation: Broken white lines across the road at a junction signal that you must give way to traffic on the main road, as per Rule 172.
3. Under which law is giving way at a junction with a 'Give Way' sign enforced? Give one answer
A Highway Code Regulation
B Road Traffic Act 1988
C Traffic Management Act 2004
D Vehicle Safety Standards Act
Correct Answer: B Road Traffic Act 1988
Explanation: The Road Traffic Act 1988 enforces the requirement to give way at junctions with 'Give Way' signs or triangles, according t