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Rule 246 Test

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These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 246. 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 is the maximum laden weight for goods vehicles to park without police permission? Give one answer
A Over 10 tonnes
B Over 7.5 tonnes
C Under 10 tonnes
D Under 7.5 tonnes
Correct Answer: B Over 7.5 tonnes
Explanation: Vehicles over 7.5 tonnes must not park without police permission, as stated in Highway Code Rule 246.
2. Where must goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes NOT park without police permission? Give one answer
A In designated parking areas
B In loading bays
C On main roads
D On verges, pavements, land between carriageways
Correct Answer: D On verges, pavements, land between carriageways
Explanation: Vehicles over 7.5 tonnes must not park on verges, pavements, or land between carriageways without police permission.
3. When can goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes park without police permission? Give one answer
A For brief rest stops
B For essential loading and unloading
C For overnight parking
D For passenger pick-up
Correct Answer: B For essential loading and unloading
Explanation: Parking is allowed without police permission only for essential loading and unloading.
4. Which law governs parking of goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes? Give one answer
A Goods Vehicles Act 2005
B Highway Code Rule 245
C Road Traffic Act 1988
D Traffic Management Act 2004
Correct Answer: C Road Traffic Act 1988
Explanation: The Road Traffic Act 1988 governs the parking of goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes.