Mock Test #8 – The Driving Examination

#1: As a driver, you may remove your seat belt when

Reversing your car The belt feels uncomfortable Driving a van Driving slower than 10 mph

You must wear a seat belt if one is fitted in the seat you are using. There are only a few exceptions.

You are not required to wear a seat belt if you are reversing your car or supervising a learner driver who is reversing. Exemptions are also allowed for the holders of medical exemption certificates and those making deliveries or collections in goods vehicles when travelling less than 50 metres.

Highway code rule: 99.

#2: Why is coasting for too long dangerous?

It damages the engine Steering wheel will lock up It will wear tyres out more quickly You have less braking and steering control

Coasting can reduce driver control because

• engine braking is eliminated
• vehicle speed downhill will increase quickly
• increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness
• steering response will be affected, particularly on bends and corners
• it may be more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Highway code rule: 122.

#3: You approach a bus signalling to move off from a bus stop. In this situation you should

Give priority when you can do so safely Move to the right and pass quickly Slow down and flash your headlights Signal left and wave the bus on

Give priority when you can do so safely. Watch for people getting off and crossing the road.

Highway code rule: 223.

#4: What should you do when elderly people are crossing the road?

Be patient and allow them to cross in their own time Tap the horn in case they are hard of hearing Wave them across so they know that you have seen them Rev the engine to let them know that you are waiting

Older pedestrians may need more time to cross the road. Be patient and allow them to cross in their own time. Do not hurry them by revving your engine or edging forward.

Highway code rule: 207.

#5: When are you allowed to enter an area with white stripes bordered by broken white lines?

In emergencies only At all times When necessary and safe When stopping for a rest

Areas of white diagonal stripes or chevrons separate traffic lanes or to protect traffic turning right. If the area is bordered by a broken white line, you should not enter the area unless it is necessary and you can see that it is safe to do so.

Highway code rule: 130.

#6: When overtaking another vehicle you should allow plenty of room. This is particularly important when overtaking:

Motorcycles and bicycles Road-sweeping vehicles Vehicles with foreign licence plates Slow-moving vehicles

Give motorcyclists, cyclists and horse riders at least as much room as you would when overtaking a car. Motorcyclists and cyclists may suddenly need to avoid uneven road surfaces and obstacles such as drain covers or oily, wet or icy patches on the road.

Highway code rules: 163, 212, 213.

#7: When you see flashing amber light at a pelican crossing, you must:

Only stop if the red light appears Slow down and invite pedestrians to cross Stop and not move until the green light appears Give way to a pedestrian who has moved onto the crossing

Pelican crossings are signal-controlled crossings where flashing amber follows the red light.

When the amber light is flashing, you must give way to any pedestrians on the crossing. If the amber light is flashing and there are no pedestrians on the crossing, you may proceed with caution.

Highway code rule: 196.

#8: When overtaking another vehicle at night you must be sure that:

You do not dazzle other road users You have switched your lights to full beam You select a higher gear You flash your headlights before overtaking

Keep your headlights dipped when overtaking. Switch to full beam when you are level with the other vehicle, but only if necessary and as long this do not dazzle oncoming road users.

Highway code rule: 115.

#9: Why should you keep well back when following a lorry?

It gives you a better view of the road ahead It improves fuel economy It prevents traffic behind you from overtaking It is illegal to follow closer than 100 feet

Your ability to see and to plan ahead will be improved if you pull back to increase your separation distance. Keeping well back also allows the driver of the lorry to see you in his mirrors.

Highway code rule: 222.

#10: A cycle lane is marked by a solid white line and this sign. When are you allowed to drive your car in this lane?

Outside its hours of operation During the hours displayed Anytime when necessary to overtake traffic Not at any time

You MUST NOT drive or park in a cycle lane marked by a solid white line during its times of operation.

Highway code rule: 140.

#11: When taking any medicine, you should:

Keep your window and drive more slowly Learn about the effects before driving Drink plenty of water before driving Drink plenty of water before driving

Drugs and medicine may affect your driving. Always check the labels or ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Highway code rule: 96.

#12: You have stopped before turning right into a side road. There is a queue of traffic behind you. Why is it important to check your right mirror just before turning?

To check for overtaking vehicles To make sure the side road is clear To make sure you are correctly positioned To look for pedestrians about to cross

Just before turning check for traffic overtaking on your right. Do not forget your blind spot.

Highway code rule: 179.

#13: What should you do as you approach this road marking?

Move across to the right hand side Find another route, this is only for high vehicles Stop and wait Be prepared to give way to large vehicles in the middle of the road

Road markings guide high vehicles through the highest part of an arch bridge. High vehicles may need to move to the middle of the road so that they can pass safely under the bridge. You should be ready to stop and give way to oncoming high vehicles in the middle of the road.

You may keep to the left-hand side of the road, crossing the road markings, where this would enable you to pass oncoming vehicles in safety.

Highway code rules: 166, 221.

#14: Two vehicles reach a junction at the same time. The junction has no signs or road markings. Which driver has priority?

The driver approaching from the left Neither driver The driver with the largest vehicle The driver approaching from the right

In side roads and country lanes you should look out for unmarked junctions where nobody has priority.

Highway code rule: 146.

#15: If a horse rider signals you to stop:

Proceed if the animal doesn't look scared Pull your vehicle to the side and stop Slow down and keep a distance of 50 metres

Look out for horse riders' and horse drivers' signals and heed a request to slow down or stop. You must stop if a rider or driver signals you to do so.

Highway code rule: 215.

#16: You are on a road with street lights but no traffic signs. Normally, the speed limit is

20 mph 30 mph 40 mph 50 mph

The 30 mph limit usually applies to all traffic on all roads with street lighting unless signs show otherwise.

National speed limits for cars and motorcycles are: 30 mph (48 km/h) in built-up areas, 60 mph (96 km/h) on single carriageways, and 70 mph (112 km/h) on dual carriageways and motorways.

Highway code rules: 124, 125.

#17: Where is it particularly important to look out for motorcyclists and cyclists?

At zebra crossings On one-way streets On dual carriageways At junctions

Motorcyclists and cyclist are more difficult to see than other vehicles, especially when they are coming up from behind, coming out of junctions, at roundabouts, overtaking you or filtering through traffic. Junctions are the most likely places for car/motorcycle collisions to occur.

Highway code rules: 170, 211.

#18: Your mobile phone rings while you are driving. Which of the following is the best thing to do?

Stop in a safe place before answering Reduce your speed to 20 mph or less Keep close to the left-hand edge Answer the call as quickly as possible

It is safer not to use any telephone while you are driving or riding. Find a safe place to stop first or use the voicemail facility and listen to messages later.

Highway code rule: 149.

#19: What does this sign tell you?

Oncoming traffic is prohibited from entering Oncoming traffic must give way to you You must give way to oncoming traffic You may not enter in this direction

Priority must be given to vehicles from the opposite direction on a narrow length of road.

#20: When driving in icy or snowy weather you should:

Expect stopping distances to be shorter than on dry roads Drive with care, unless the roads have been treated Allow less time for your journey Keep well back from the road user in front

When driving in icy or snowy weather drive with care, even if the roads have been treated. Allow more time for your journey. Keep well back from the road user in front as stopping distances can be ten times greater than on dry roads.

Highway code rules: 228, 230.

#21: It is a cold and wet day. Why should you stay well behind a motorcyclist?

The motorcyclist don't have windshield wipers The motorcyclist may have trouble judging the speed of other vehicles The motorcyclist can stop quickly on wet or icy roads The motorcyclist may suddenly need to avoid wet or icy patches on the road

Motorcyclists and cyclists may suddenly need to avoid uneven road surfaces and obstacles such as drain covers or oily, wet or icy patches on the road. Give them plenty of room and pay particular attention to any sudden change of direction they may have to make.

Highway code rule: 213.

#22: What does this motorway sign mean?

Right-hand lane closed ahead 11 tonne weight limit Through traffic to use left lane Right-hand lane T-junction only

Right-hand lane closed.

Amber flashing lights may indicate a temporary maximum speed limit, lanes that are closed or a message such as Fog.

Highway code rule: 257.

#23: What does this signal mean?

Traffic may proceed in the direction of the arrow All traffic must stop and wait for the full green flight Opposing traffic making right turns has priority

When facing a green filter arrow, you may proceed only in the direction of the arrow. Give way to vehicles and pedestrians still in the junction at the time of the light change. A directional green filter arrow means that you have priority over traffic as their lights will be on red when you make the turn. Always check that opposing traffic has stopped before proceeding.

Highway code rule: 177.

#24: This warning sign means:

Farm trail ahead Cricket ground ahead No entry ahead Level crossing with gate or barrier

This sign is used on the approach to a railway level crossing which is equipped with gates or barriers.

It is also used at a tramway crossing if barriers are provided.

#25: You are driving along a country road. Horse riders are approaching. What should you do?

Sound your horn Rev your engine to be heard Give room and drive slowly past Flash your headlights

When passing animals, drive slowly. Be particularly careful of horse riders and horse-drawn vehicles especially when overtaking. Always pass wide and slowly.

Highway code rules: 214, 215.

#26: When approaching a junction where the traffic light changes from green to amber, you should:

Always stop immediately Keep speed and continue through the junction Speed up and enter the junction before the red light comes on Stop, unless you are too close to the junction to stop safely

An amber light means stop at the stop line. You may go on only if the amber appears after you have crossed the stop line or are so close to it that to pull up might cause an accident.

Highway code rules: 175, 176, 109.

#27: You are entering traffic from a side road. Why should you be especially alert for motorcycles?

Motorcycles have priority Motorcycles are usually faster than cars Police patrols often use motorcycles Motorcycles are small and hard to see

Motorcyclists and cyclist are more difficult to see than other vehicles, especially when they are coming up from behind, coming out of junctions, at roundabouts, overtaking you or filtering through traffic.

Highway code rules: 170, 211.

#28: What does this sign indicate?

A special rest area for lorries is provided A special lane for heavy and slow vehicles is provided All lorries must use the hard shoulder All lorries most leave motorway at next exit

Climbing and crawler lanes are provided on some hills. Use this lane if you are driving a slow-moving vehicle or if there are vehicles behind you wishing to overtake.

Highway code rule: 139.

#29: What does this sign mean?

Cattle crossing Horse-drawn vehicles Agricultural museum Agricultural vehicles

Agricultural vehicles.

#30: You have entered a built-up area. At what times are you prohibited from using your horn?

Between 11.30 pm and 7 am Between 8 pm and 8 am Between dusk and 8 am Between 9 pm and dawn

You must not use your horn when driving in a built-up area between the hours of 11.30 pm and 7.00 am, except when another road user poses a danger.

Highway code rule: 112.

#31: Your vehicle is fitted with an anti-lock braking system. When will the system start to work?

Just as the wheels are about to lock After the parking brake has been applied When the normal braking system fails to operate Whenever pressure on the brake pedal is applied

An anti-lock braking system has sensors that detect when the wheels are about to lock.

Highway code rule: 120.

#32: You are driving in fog with your front fog lights switched on. What should you do when the fog clears?

Keep them on Flash them when at oncoming traffic Switch them off

You MUST switch them off when visibility improves to avoid dazzling other road users.

Highway code rules: 114, 226.

#33: When a traffic signal is showing a steady red light:

Stop and wait behind the stop line Go slowly ahead, if you can do so safely After stopping, you may turn left on to a one-way street

A red signal light means stop. You can make a right turn against a red light after you stop and yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles close enough to be a hazard. Make the right turn only when it is safe. Do not turn if a no turn on red sign is posted.

A left turn against a red light can only be made from a one-way street onto a one-way street.

Remember, in California, you may not turn against a red arrow.

Highway code rules: 175, 176, 109.

#34: You are driving along a slippery road. What happens if your vehicle’s tyres lose their grip on the surface?

Steering becomes unresponsive Steering becomes very heavy An instrument panel warning light will show The engine will stall

As your tyres lose traction, you will also lose the ability to steer. To recover some traction and regain steering control, you must slow down. Take your foot off the accelerator.

Highway code rules: 119, 120, 227.

#35: At the scene of an accident a casualty is unconscious. Their breathing should be checked. This should be done for up to

2 minutes 1 minute 10 seconds 2 seconds

Normal breathing should be established. Once the airway is open check breathing for up to 10 seconds.

Highway code rule: 283.

#36: At an accident someone is unconscious. When should you administer chest compressions?

When the casualty may be suffering from shock When there is no sign of life and no pulse When there is heavy bleeding When the airways may be blocked

If there are no signs of life and there is no pulse, then chest compressions should be administered.

Highway code rule: 283.

#37: Why should you wear suitable shoes when you are driving?

To prevent wear on the pedals To maintain better control of the pedals To maintain a better driving position To avoid injuries in a collision

Suitable clothing and footwear help you use the controls in the correct manner.

Highway code rule: 97.

#38: What does the term Blind Spot mean for a driver?

An area not covered by your headlights An area you are unable to see in the mirrors An area covered by your mirrors An area obscured by parked vehicles

Be aware that mirrors do not cover all areas and there will be blind spots. You must turn your head and glance over your shoulder.

Highway code rule: 161.

#39: At the scene of a traffic accident you can do the situation worse if you:

Ask drivers to keep their engines switched on Call the emergency services Keep injured people calm by talking to them reassuringly Switch on your hazard warning lights

Further collisions and fire are the main dangers following a crash. Approach any vehicle involved with care. Switch off all engines and, if possible, warn other traffic. Stop anyone from smoking. Get help. Proper medical assistance is essential.

Highway code rule: 283.

#40: What colour are the reflective studs between a motorway and its slip road?

Amber White Red Green

Green studs mark the edge of the main carriageway at lay-bys and slip roads.

Highway code rule: 132.

#41: On motorways you may use your hazard warning lights:

When you have broken down on the hard shoulder When you are towing another vehicle When traffic is moving slowly When visibility is reduced

Hazard warning lights may be used when your vehicle is stationary and temporarily obstructing traffic. You may also use them when you are on a motorway or unrestricted dual carriageway and you need to warn drivers behind you of a hazard or obstruction ahead.

Highway code rule: 116.

#42: What do these road markings indicate?

Road hump Keep entrance clear Give Way ahead Stop ahead

Traffic calming measures such as road humps, chicanes and narrowings are intended to slow you down. When you approach these features reduce your speed.

Highway code rule: 153.

#43: Signs have different colours and shapes for easy identification. Which shape is used for speed limit for tramcars?

 

 

 

 

The sign shown indicates the speed limit for tramcars. It is diamond in shape to distinguish it from signs for motor vehicles. Remember, all diamond-shaped signs are for tram drivers only.

#44: You are planning a long journey. Should you include breaks in your plans?

Yes, a stop every half an hour is recommended Yes, regular stops help concentration No, only fuel stops will be needed No, try to reach your destination as soon as possible

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks. A minimum break of at least 15 minutes after every two hours of driving is recommended The few minutes spent on a rest break can save your life.

Highway code rules: 91, 262.

#45: The legal eyesight standard means that you must be able to read a new style car number plate from at least:

60 metres 45 metres 35.5 metres 20 metres

You must be able to read a vehicle number plate, in good daylight, from a distance of 20 metres (or 20.5 metres where the old style number plate is used). If you need to wear glasses (or contact lenses) to do this, you must wear them at all times.

Police have the power to require a driver to undertake an eyesight test.

Highway code rule: 92.

#46: This junction has advanced stop lines. Which vehicle has made a correct stop?

Vehicle C (Beyond the second white line) Vehicle A (At the second white line) Vehicle B (At the first white line)

Some signal-controlled junctions have advanced stop lines to allow cycles to be positioned ahead of other traffic.

Motorists, including motorcyclists, must stop at the first white line reached if the lights are amber or red and should avoid blocking the way or encroaching on the marked area at other times, e.g. if the junction ahead is blocked.

Highway code rule: 178.

#47: You stop for pedestrians waiting to cross at a zebra crossing. They do not start to cross. What should you do?

Sound your horn Be patient and wait Carry on at low speed Wave them to cross

As you approach a zebra crossing, look out for pedestrians waiting to cross and be ready to slow down or stop to let them cross. Do not wave or use your horn to invite pedestrians across - this could be dangerous if another vehicle is approaching. Allow pedestrians plenty of time to cross and do not harass them by revving your engine or edging forward.

Highway code rules: 194, 195.

#48: It is recommended that you only use your mobile phone when:

Safely parked off the road Can limit your conversation to 1 minute or less Receiving an important call Driving at less than 20 mph

It is safer not to use any telephone while you are driving or riding. Find a safe place to stop first or use the voicemail facility and listen to messages later.

Highway code rule: 149.

#49: When approaching a long tunnel it is good advice to:

Change down to a lower gear Tune in your radio to the frequency shown Put on sunglasses and use the sun visor Open all windows

On the approach to tunnels a sign will usually show a local radio channel. Make sure your radio is tuned to the frequency shown.

Local radio may give a warning of any incidents or congestion ahead. You should also look for variable message signs. Follow the instructions given by the signs or by tunnel officials. Accidents in tunnels can lead to serious casualties.

A tunnel means limited visibility. Do not use sunglasses and the sun visor.

Highway code rule: 146.

#50: This marking appears on the road just before:

A zone with waiting restrictions A stop sign Give way markings A no through road sign

The triangular marking is used only at junctions where a transverse Give Way line is painted on the road.

Highway code rule: 172.

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