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Rule 231 Test

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These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 231. 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. How should you drive when roads are icy? Give one answer
A As fast as the conditions allow
B Normal speed, low gear
C Slow speed, high gear, accelerate and brake gently
D With frequent braking
Correct Answer: C Slow speed, high gear, accelerate and brake gently
Explanation: Driving at a slow speed in a high gear, with gentle acceleration and braking, is crucial on icy roads to maintain control of the vehicle.
2. What is the recommended way to approach bends on icy roads? Give one answer
A Accelerate through the bend
B Brake sharply on the bend
C Maintain regular speed through the bend
D Slow down before the bend, steer smoothly without sudden actions
Correct Answer: D Slow down before the bend, steer smoothly without sudden actions
Explanation: On icy roads, it's important to brake progressively before a bend and then steer smoothly around it, avoiding sudden actions to prevent loss of control.
3. How can you check your grip on a snowy or icy road surface? Give one answer
A Accelerate quickly to test traction
B Brake gently in a safe place to test steering responsiveness
C Keep driving at the same speed
D Turn the steering wheel sharply
Correct Answer: B Brake gently in a safe place to test steering responsiveness
Explanation: Checking grip on icy roads can be done by gently braking in a safe place and noting the steering's responsiveness; unresponsive steering may indicate ice.
4. What might indicate that your vehicle is losing grip on an icy road? Give one answer
A Steering feels unresponsive
B The engine becomes louder
C The vehicle vibrates more than usual
D You can hear the tyres on the ice
Correct Answer: A Steering feels unresponsive
Explanation: If steering feels unresponsive, it may indicate that the vehicle is losing its grip on the road, a common occurrence on icy surfaces where tyres make little noise.
5. What should you listen for when driving on ice? Give one answer
A Increased tyre noise
B Sounds from other vehicles
C The absence of tyre noise
D Unusual engine sounds
Correct Answer: C The absence of tyre noise
Explanation: When driving on ice, tyres typically make virtually no noise, which can indicate a lack of grip on the icy surface.