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Rule 292 Test

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These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 292. 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 is the usual clearance under overhead electric lines? Give one answer
A 4 metres
B 5 metres
C 6 metres
D 7 metres
Correct Answer: B 5 metres
Explanation: The usual clearance available under overhead electric lines is 5 metres (16 feet 6 inches) as stated in the Highway Code Rule 292.
2. What should you do if your vehicle touches a height barrier on a railway? Give one answer
A Do not continue forward
B Reverse immediately
C Sound your horn
D Wait for assistance
Correct Answer: A Do not continue forward
Explanation: If your vehicle touches a height barrier or bells, you should not continue forward onto the railway, as per Highway Code Rule 292.
3. Which law is associated with obeying road signs? Give one answer
A Highway Safety Act 2001
B Motor Vehicles Act 1992
C Road Traffic Act 1988
D Traffic Management Act 2004
Correct Answer: C Road Traffic Act 1988
Explanation: The Road Traffic Act 1988: Section 36 mandates obedience to road signs, as referenced in the Highway Code.
4. What does Regulation 17(5) of The Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2002 relate to? Give one answer
A Parking restrictions
B Pedestrian crossing rules
C Safe height warning signs
D Speed limit signs
Correct Answer: C Safe height warning signs
Explanation: Regulation 17(5) pertains to obeying safe height warning road signs, as per the Highway Code's reference.
5. Why is it dangerous to touch overhead electric lines? Give one answer
A Can cause traffic delays
B It's illegal
C Might damage the vehicle
D Risk of electrocution
Correct Answer: D Risk of electrocution
Explanation: Touching overhead electric lines is dangerous due to the risk of electrocution, as stated in Highway Code Rule 292.