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Rule 274 Test

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These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 274. 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 should you do first if your vehicle breaks down? Give one answer
A Get it off the road if possible
B Immediately call for help
C Try to fix it on the road
D Wait inside the vehicle
Correct Answer: A Get it off the road if possible
Explanation: The first priority is to get your vehicle off the road, if possible, to avoid obstructing traffic.
2. How can you warn other traffic if your vehicle is obstructing the road? Give one answer
A Flash your headlights
B Sound your horn
C Use hazard warning lights
D Wave your hands
Correct Answer: C Use hazard warning lights
Explanation: Using hazard warning lights is the best way to warn other traffic if your vehicle is causing an obstruction.
3. What should you wear to be seen after a breakdown? Give one answer
A Any casual clothing
B Dark clothing
C Light-coloured/fluorescent or reflective clothing
D No special clothing
Correct Answer: C Light-coloured/fluorescent or reflective clothing
Explanation: Wearing light-coloured, fluorescent, or reflective clothing helps other road users see you clearly.
4. Where should you place a warning triangle if your vehicle breaks down? Give one answer
A At least 45 metres behind your vehicle
B In front of your vehicle
C No need for a triangle
D Right behind your vehicle
Correct Answer: A At least 45 metres behind your vehicle
Explanation: Placing a warning triangle at least 45 metres behind your vehicle alerts approaching traffic to the hazard.