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Rule 39 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 39. 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 speed for powered wheelchairs on pavements? Give one answer
A 4 mph (6 km/h)
B 6 mph (10 km/h)
C 8 mph (12 km/h)
D No speed limit
Correct Answer: A 4 mph (6 km/h)
Explanation: Rule 39 states that powered wheelchairs must not exceed 4 mph on pavements or pedestrian areas.
2. Should speed be reduced in narrow or crowded pavements? Give one answer
A No
B Only for manual wheelchairs
C Only in pedestrian areas
D Yes
Correct Answer: D Yes
Explanation: Speed reduction is necessary on narrow or crowded pavements to accommodate other users.
3. What regulation governs the use of invalid carriages on highways? Give one answer
A The Highway Code 2018
B The Pavement Safety Regulations 1990
C The Road Traffic Act 1988
D The Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations 1988
Correct Answer: D The Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations 1988
Explanation: The Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations 1988: Regulation 4 governs the use of these carriages.
4. Is adjusting speed for other pavement users a recommendation or a requirement? Give one answer
A Only a suggestion
B Optional
C Recommendation
D Requirement
Correct Answer: D Requirement
Explanation: Adjusting speed for other pavement users is a requirement, not just a recommendation, for safety.