United Kingdom Driving License

You decide to activate your front fog lights because visibility ahead is less than 100 metres. You need to

Deactivate them once visibility has improved.

Activate them only in heavy traffic.

Activate them only on dual carriageways.

Deactivate them on motorways.

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Which of the following factors is most likely to lead to a crash?

Low levels of radiator coolant

Low levels of battery fluid

Low levels of antifreeze

Low levels of brake fluid

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The vehicle behind you has a flashing green light on the roof. The driver is

A policeman in an unmarked car on a non-urgent assignment.

Gritting the road.

A medical professional on an urgent call.

A patrol officer monitoring road safety.

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A two-year-old child is travelling in your car. Which of the following is the most suitable restraint?

Sitting on a responsible adult's lap

A child restraint

A seat belt

None

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When travelling through a busy tunnel, you need to

Ignore warning signs; they probably haven't been updated recently.

Save space by closing the gap between your car and the vehicle ahead.

Keep a safe distance between your car and the vehicle ahead.

Turn around and find an alternative route.

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Petrol-fuelled vehicles such as cars can harm the environment in several ways. Which of the following is NOT one of those ways?

Air can become more polluted.

Buildings can be damaged.

Commuting times can increase

Natural resources can be depleted.

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In an area with a tram network, you should drive with caution because

Trams cannot brake if a car is in the way.

Trams do not have exterior lights.

Trams cannot swerve or change direction.

Trams cannot sound a horn.

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Which of the following types of vehicles is usually least affected by crosswinds?

Lorries

Cars

Bicycles

Motorcycles

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You are driving on a narrow country road and are about to overtake a cyclist. What should you do?

Drive quickly, and beep your horn at the cyclist while overtaking.

Drive past slowly and with caution, with plenty of space between you and the cyclist.

Drive slowly, and beep your horn at the cyclist while overtaking.

Drive past quickly and with caution, with plenty of space between you and the cyclist.

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What should you do when overtaking a horse and rider?

Keep a short distance between your vehicle and the horse and drive quickly.

Sound the horn once as a warning.

Slow down and keep as much distance between your vehicle and the horse as possible.

Keep your distance, but drive past quickly.

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When preparing to come to a stop, you should

Beep your horn to alert other road users.

Check your mirrors to avoid a collision.

Flash your lights at road users travelling in the opposite direction.

Put your car into fourth or fifth gear.

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When someone who has been in a collision stops breathing, you need to

Tilt the person's head forward.

Tilt the person's head back slightly to clear the airway.

Give the person some water.

Raise the person's legs to help blood flow.

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After breaking down unexpectedly on the motorway, you need to use an emergency telephone to call for assistance. How can you find one?

Walk in the direction opposite to the traffic.

Walk towards the closest exit.

Follow the arrows on marker posts.

Walk in the same direction as the traffic.

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Using a hands-free mobile phone while driving may result in

Enhanced levels of concentration.

Your road safety improving.

Your view of hazards and the road ahead being obstructed.

Your attention being diverted from the road.

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You do NOT need to notify the DVLA if

A health condition is impairing your ability to drive.

You have changed the vehicle that you drive.

Your car is due for an MOT.

Your eyesight falls below the minimum requirements.

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What is the national speed limit for cars and motorbikes travelling on motorways?

30 mph

70 mph

50 mph

90 mph

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There is an obstruction in your lane, blocking you from moving ahead. What should you do?

Increase your speed so you pass the obstruction before oncoming traffic does.

Wave oncoming traffic past

Swerve around and carry on driving; you have right of way.

Give traffic in the opposite direction right of way.

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In sub-zero temperatures with ice on the roads, how should you handle your vehicle on the approach to a sharp bend?

Slow down before going round the bend.

Be prepared to start steering sharply.

Start to coast by putting your vehicle into neutral or keeping your foot on the clutch.

Apply maximum pressure to your brakes if necessary.

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If your engine catches fire, what should you do?

Contact the AA.

Raise the bonnet and activate your hazard lights.

Call 999 for the fire brigade.

Lift the bonnet to disconnect the battery.

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You are planning to pass a cyclist, but there are strong winds. What should you do?

Stay close to the cyclist at all times to protect the person from the wind.

Beep the horn several times.

Overtake the cyclist, giving the person as much room as possible.

Drive quickly to minimise the inconvenience.

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You wish to turn right. You have indicated but you want to emphasise a difficult right turn on a road carrying fast-moving traffic. What should you do?

Position your car over the centre line.

Flash your lights at oncoming traffic.

Beep your horn.

Give a clear arm signal.

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On motorways, green reflective studs

Separate a slip road from the main carriageway.

Separate the lanes.

Separate the right-hand lane from the central reservation.

Separate the left-hand lane from the hard shoulder.

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While you are towing a caravan on the motorway, the caravan begins to snake behind you. What should you do?

Stop immediately.

Steer with short, sharp movements.

Ease off your accelerator.

Accelerate in the hope that this will bring the caravan under control.

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While you are towing a caravan on the motorway, the caravan begins to snake behind you. What should you do?

Stop immediately

Steer with short, sharp movements.

Ease off your accelerator.

Accelerate in the hope that this will bring the caravan under control.

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At minimum, what type of car insurance must you legally have?

A fully comprehensive policy

Third-party and fire and theft cover

Protection against personal injury

Just third-party cover

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When is it acceptable to leave a time gap of two seconds between your car and the vehicle in front?

When the road is wet

When visibility is poor

When driving conditions are damp

When conditions are good

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Why should you switch off your indicator after you have completed a turn?

So you won't run down your car's battery

So you won't damage the inner workings of the car

So you won't confuse other road users

So the lights won't dazzle other drivers

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If you turn the steering wheel when your car isn't in motion, which part(s) of your vehicle can be damaged?

The tyres

The engine

The brakes

The gears

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While driving down a motorway, you notice that red lights are flashing in your lane but not in others. You need to

Pull over onto the hard shoulder.

Plan a move into another lane.

Come to a stop until the lights stop flashing.

Continue driving in this lane and wait for further signs.

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How can leaving out some gear changes (such as by going directly from second into fourth gear) reduce your fuel consumption?

It helps you control the amount of time you spend steering.

It eliminates the need to use the brakes as frequently.

It shortens the time you spend accelerating.

It shortens the time you spend coasting.

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On a motorway, the left-hand lane is used

For driving as usual.

By larger vehicles that typically travel at slower speeds.

For overtaking slow traffic in the middle and right-hand lanes.

For breakdowns.

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You are about to embark on a long-distance drive. Should you incorporate rest breaks into your journey time?

Yes, regular stops can keep you alert and boost your concentration.

No, because it will take longer to reach your destination.

Yes, and you need to stop once every 30 minutes.

No, you only need to stop for petrol.

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When you are feeling fatigued, you should stop your car in a safe place as soon as possible and take a break. What should you do in the meantime?

Drive as quickly as you can to the next service station.

Drum your fingers on the steering wheel.

Wind down your windows, allowing cool and fresh air to circulate around the car.

Change gears regularly to keep your mind active.

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While travelling in a residential area, you are warned that there are speed bumps ahead. What should you do before you reach them?

Reduce your speed.

Move into the left lane.

Come to a complete stop while pedestrians walk to the other side of the road.

Check the pavements on either side of the road to see if there are any pedestrians.

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What is the purpose of a catalytic converter?

To help prevent fires

To convert toxic pollutants in exhaust gas to less toxic pollutants

To reduce fuel consumption

To prevent wear and tear on the engine

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You are approaching a pedestrian carrying a white stick with a red band. This person is

Deaf.

Blind and deaf.

Disabled.

Blind.

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As you are planning to make a right turn at a box junction, you see oncoming traffic. What should you do?

Continue driving; right turns are not allowed.

Proceed only when all oncoming traffic is gone.

Wait until you are given right of way by oncoming vehicles.

Enter the box if you can see that your exit road is clear of hazards.

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It is illegal to park within __________ of a junction.

15 metres (49 feet)

12 metres (39 feet)

20 metres (66 feet)

10 metres (32 feet)

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At the scene of a crash, someone is suffering from a burn. What should you do?

Burst the blisters before the emergency services arrive.

Remove anything that is stuck to the burn.

Pour cold, non-toxic liquid over the burn.

Rub lotion into the burn.

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You notice that your eyesight has deteriorated significantly. Your optician is unable to assist you. By law, you must inform

The nearest police station.

Another optician to get a second opinion.

Your GP.

The DVLA.

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Which car is NOT turning correctly at this roundabout?

The orange car

The blue car

The red car

All of the above

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You are driving behind a learner driver. What should you do?

Flash your lights so the learner can continue driving.

Beep the horn to alert the learner of your position.

Overtake the learner as quickly as you can.

Have patience and allow a greater stopping distance in case the learner reacts slowly.

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You are planning to turn right onto another road. Why should you allow sufficient time to position yourself correctly?

To clearly see any obstructions or hazards on the road you're turning onto

To let other vehicles overtake you on the right

To give way to other motorists who might be pulling out

To let other drivers behind you know what your intentions are

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You are on a dual carriageway when unexpectedly, a blue van cuts into your lane without notice. At this point, you need to

Flash your lights at the driver of the van in warning.

Sound your horn for several seconds in warning.

Slow down slightly if it is safe to do so, leaving a safe distance between you and the van.

Increase your speed to get closer to the van.

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In order to drive on the road, learner drivers must

Have received professional driving lessons.

Have no penalty points.

Have a test within one year of learning.

Have a full provisional driving licence.

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