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Rule 239 Test

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These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 239. 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. What should you do if you have to stop on the roadside? Give one answer
A Park at a distance from the side
B Park facing against the traffic flow
C Park facing in the direction of the traffic flow, close to the side
D Park next to other vehicles closely
Correct Answer: C Park facing in the direction of the traffic flow, close to the side
Explanation: When stopping on the roadside, it's important to park facing in the direction of the traffic flow and as close as possible to the side to maintain traffic flow and safety.
2. What must you do before leaving your vehicle after parking? Give one answer
A Leave the engine running for quick departures
B Leave the handbrake off
C Only switch off the headlights and fog lights
D Switch off the engine, headlights, fog lights, and apply the handbrake
Correct Answer: D Switch off the engine, headlights, fog lights, and apply the handbrake
Explanation: Before leaving a parked vehicle, the engine, headlights, and fog lights must be switched off, and the handbrake applied to ensure the vehicle's safety and prevent unintentional movement.
3. How should you open your door to check for cyclists or other traffic? Give one answer
A Look through the window only
B Only use your mirrors, no need to look over the shoulder
C Open the door quickly without checking
D Use the hand opposite to the door to make you look over your shoulder
Correct Answer: D Use the hand opposite to the door to make you look over your shoulder
Explanation: When opening a car door, use the hand opposite to the door (such as the left hand for the right-hand door), which naturally makes you turn your head to look over your shoulder, thus helping to spot approaching cyclists or traffic.
4. What should you consider when parking at an electric vehicle charge point? Give one answer
A Ignore the placement of charging cables
B Only focus on charging the vehicle
C Park as far as possible from the charge point
D Park close to the charge point, avoid creating a trip hazard
Correct Answer: D Park close to the charge point, avoid creating a trip hazard
Explanation: When using an electric vehicle charge point, park close to it and ensure that charging cables do not create a trip hazard for pedestrians, returning them neatly after use.
5. Before using a hand-held device to help you park, what must you ensure? Give one answer
A Depend solely on the device for parking
B It is safe to do so, then use the shortest and safest route
C Use it for other purposes while parking
D Use it to navigate to the parking space
Correct Answer: B It is safe to do so, then use the shortest and safest route
Explanation: Before using a hand-held device to assist with parking, ensure that it is safe to do so, and then proceed to move the vehicle into the space in the safest and shortest route possible, remaining in control at all times.