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Rule 79 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 79. 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. How should you position yourself when turning right on a roundabout? Give one answer
A Always on the outer edge
B Centre of your lane, if safe
C In the left-hand lane only
D Near the kerb
Correct Answer: B Centre of your lane, if safe
Explanation: When turning right, position yourself in the centre of your lane if safe, and signal right, as per Rule 79.
2. What should you do if staying in the left-hand lane on a roundabout? Give one answer
A Always signal left
B Do not signal at all
C Only signal at certain exits
D Signal right across exits
Correct Answer: D Signal right across exits
Explanation: If staying in the left-hand lane, signal right when crossing exits to indicate not leaving the roundabout, according to Rule 79.
3. What should cyclists be aware of when using the left-hand lane on a roundabout? Give one answer
A Drivers may not easily see you
B Other cyclists may overtake
C Pedestrians may cross
D The lane is only for buses
Correct Answer: A Drivers may not easily see you
Explanation: Be aware that drivers may not easily see you when cycling in the left-hand lane on a roundabout, as stated in Rule 79.
4. Are cyclists obliged to use separate cycle facilities on roundabouts? Give one answer
A Always obliged
B Forbidden to use them
C Not obliged, depends on experience and situation
D Only in heavy traffic
Correct Answer: C Not obliged, depends on experience and situation
Explanation: Cyclists are not obliged to use separate cycle facilities on roundabouts; it depends on their experience and the situation, as per Rule 79.