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A collision has taken place in front of you. What is the first thing you should do to help an injured person lying in the middle of a busy road? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
A friend gives you medicine to soothe your throat. What precaution should you take before getting behind the wheel? Hazard awareness
A friend has been drinking at a party and is unfit to drive. What advice should you give them? Hazard awareness
A friend invites you to have a drink with them at lunch, but you know you’ll need to drive later that evening. What should you do? Hazard awareness
A learner driver stalls in front of you. How should you react? Vulnerable road users
A motorcyclist has been involved in an accident and is unconscious in the middle of the road. There are no other people or vehicles involved. What should you do first? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
A pedestrian suffers a leg injury following an accident. The leg is bleeding heavily, although it isn’t broken and nothing is embedded in the wound. What should you do to help? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
A person herding sheep asks you to stop. How should you respond? Attitude
A vehicle behind you accelerates and flashes its lights at you. You are already driving at the legal speed limit. What should you do? Attitude
A vehicle has collided with your car What information should you find out if someone is injured and your car is damaged? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
A vehicle registration certificate (V5C) is issued when a car is sold or transferred. Who is legally responsible for updating registration information? Documents
After turning, why is it important to turn off your indicators? Road and traffic signs
An adult isn’t breathing at the scene of a crash. To save the casualty, you must administer chest compressions. What is the correct chest compression depth? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
An LGV (Large Goods Vehicle) carrying a heavy load intends to overtake you, but is taking a long time to do so. How should you react? Attitude
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) reduces skidding. In what situation would this be particularly important? Safety margins
Approaching this crossing, what would be the first indication that there’s a train coming? Hazard awareness
As a learner driver, what must you do before driving on a road for the first time? Documents
As a recently qualified driver, how could you reduce your chances of being involved in an accident? Vulnerable road users
As well as having your fog lights on, what can you do to reduce the risk of an accident while following a vehicle through fog? Safety margins
As you approach this bridge, what should you prepare to do? Hazard awareness
As you approach this bridge, which type of vehicle might you meet in the middle of the road? Hazard awareness
As you approach this bridge, which type of vehicle should you be ready to give way to? Hazard awareness
Assuming there is no further danger of collision or fire, what is the first thing you should do for an unconscious motorcyclist? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
At a roundabout, how should you signal when continuing straight ahead? Rules of the road
At a roundabout, in which direction would you expect cyclists in the left-hand lane to go? Vulnerable road users
At a roundabout, what should you do if a horse rider is signalling right but keeping to the left? Vulnerable road users
At a roundabout, which of these vehicles is most likely to take an unusual course? Rules of the road
At a roundabout, which of these vehicles is most likely to take an unusual course? Rules of the road
At junctions, which of these is considered most vulnerable? Vulnerable road users
At junctions, why is it especially important to look for cyclists and motorcyclists? Vulnerable road users
At traffic lights, which signal will follow this amber light? Road and traffic signs
At unmarked crossroads, who has priority? Rules of the road
Before changing lane in a slow-moving queue, what should you do? Vulnerable road users
Before making a U-turn in the road, what should you do? Alertness
Brake fade refers to the loss of braking power. What is the main cause of this? Safety and your vehicle
By law, you are required to keep which of these in good condition? Safety and your vehicle
Diamond-shaped traffic signs apply to which type of driver? Attitude
Doing which one of these would help you save fuel while driving? Safety and your vehicle
During which of these manoeuvres would you be permitted to remove your seatbelt? Rules of the road
During which of these occasions is it especially important to check your engine oil level? Safety and your vehicle
Elderly pedestrians are about to cross the road ahead. What should you do? Vulnerable road users
Flashing lights like this indicate you must stop. Where are they found? Road and traffic signs
Following a breakdown on a two-way road, how far from your vehicle should you place a warning triangle? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
Following a collision, a motorcyclist is injured and unconscious. Why shouldn’t you remove their helmet? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
Following a collision, which document might the police ask you to produce? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
Following an accident, an unconscious injured person has been placed in the recovery position. Their breathing is normal. What else should you do? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
Following an incident, a casualty has a bleeding arm but can move it freely. Why should you ask them to move it into a raised position? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
Following an incident, a small child isn’t breathing. You need to administer CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) which include giving rescue breaths. How should you breathe into the child’s mouth? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
For a car towing a caravan, what is the national speed limit on a dual carriageway? Rules of the road
For a car towing a trailer, what is the national speed limit on a single carriageway road? Rules of the road
For cars and motorcycles on a dual carriageway, what is the national speed limit? Rules of the road
Fuel consumption will be improved by which of these? Safety and your vehicle
Holders of provisional licences face some restrictions that full licence holders don’t. Which of these is a restriction? Hazard awareness
Hot weather may cause road surfaces to become soft. What could this affect on your vehicle? Safety margins
How can you avoid wheelspin on an icy road? Safety margins
How can you correct a rear-wheel skid? Vehicle handling
How can you help a casualty who has stopped breathing? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
How can you help a driver suffering from shock? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
How can you help someone suffering from shock? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
How can you prevent spillage after refuelling your vehicle? Attitude
How can you tell if your vehicle is losing grip on a wet road? Safety margins
How close are you allowed to park to a junction? Rules of the road
How could drivers help reduce damage to the environment? Safety and your vehicle
How could the presence of a roof rack affect your car’s performance? Safety and your vehicle
How could you avoid fuel from being wasted? Safety and your vehicle
How could you help reduce traffic congestion? Safety and your vehicle
How could you safely leave valuables in your car? Safety and your vehicle
How could you use your vehicle’s engine to control your speed? Vehicle handling
How do ‘red routes’ benefit major cities? Safety and your vehicle
How do small, powered vehicles used by disabled people warn you of their presence on a dual carriageway? Vulnerable road users
How does ecosafe driving protect the environment? Safety and your vehicle
How far are you legally allowed to reverse? Rules of the road
How is a 30 mph speed limit indicated when there are no speed limit signs? Rules of the road
How is a person’s driving ability affected by their age? Hazard awareness
How is heavy rain likely to affect your overall stopping distance? Vehicle handling
How long does a Statutory Off-Road Notification (SORN) stay valid? Documents
How much greater would the stopping distance be in icy conditions compared to normal, dry conditions? Safety margins
How should a load on a roof rack be carried? Vehicle loading
How should the car driver approach this zebra crossing? Hazard awareness
How should you approach this bridge? Alertness
How should you deal with an unmarked junction? Attitude
How should you deal with this hazard? Vehicle handling
How should you dispose of a used vehicle battery? Safety and your vehicle
How should you dispose of used engine oil if you choose to service your own vehicle? Safety and your vehicle
How should you pass a motorcyclist in windy conditions? Safety margins
How should you plan a journey? Safety and your vehicle
How should you react to inexperienced drivers? Vulnerable road users
How should you safely overtake horse riders? Vulnerable road users
How should you stand when using an emergency motorway telephone? Motorway rules
How should you use a hand-held device in your car? Alertness
How should you use a satellite navigation device (sat nav) without it affecting your driving? Alertness
How will avoiding driving at busy times improve your journey? Safety and your vehicle
How will driving up steep hills affect your vehicle? Vehicle handling
How will using dipped headlights help in a well-lit, built up area at night? Rules of the road
How would a school crossing patrol signal you to stop? Vulnerable road users
How would using a mobile phone while driving affect you? Alertness
How would you warn drivers behind you if you had to brake suddenly on a motorway? Motorway rules
If a car is displaying a ‘help’ pennant, what does it mean? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
If a police officer asks to see your documents but you don’t have them with you, how long do you have to present them at a police station? Documents
If someone is unconscious following an accident, what is the first thing you should do? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
If this dashboard light appears while driving, what does it mean? Safety and your vehicle
If you need glasses to read number plates at the required distance, when else should you wear them? Hazard awareness
If you see a police officer making this signal, what might they be telling you? Hazard awareness
If you see this sign at a crossroads, what should you do? Road and traffic signs
If you see this sign while parking, what should you do on the days and times shown? Rules of the road
If you see this sign while travelling along a motorway, what should you do? Road and traffic signs
If your anti-lock braking system (ABS) light stays on, what should you do? Safety and your vehicle
If your car’s wheels are imbalanced, what might happen? Safety and your vehicle
If your eyesight deteriorates to the point that an optician can no longer help, who are you legally required to tell? Hazard awareness
In a long tunnel, what might warn you of an incident or congestion ahead? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
In a queue of traffic, why is it important to check your right mirror before turning right into a side road? Vulnerable road users
In foggy conditions, what should you do? Vehicle handling
In freezing conditions, what should you do when approaching a sharp bend? Safety margins
In icy conditions, what distance should you maintan from the vehicle in front of you? Vehicle handling
In ideal driving conditions, what should the minimum distance be between cars? Safety margins
In the event of a breakdown, which direction should you walk in to find an emergency telephone? Motorway rules
In this image, what is the main hazard? Hazard awareness
In this situation, what should you do if traffic in the left-hand lane starts slowing? Hazard awareness
In towns or cities, what can people to do reduce urban pollution? Safety and your vehicle
In what situation should you use your horn? Attitude
In which circumstances is it allowed to stop on a motorway? Motorway rules
In which circumstances should a motorcyclist’s helmet be removed following a crash? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
In which conditions is it best to check tyre pressures? Safety and your vehicle
In which of the following situations are you permitted to use a mobile phone in your car? Alertness
In which of the following situations should you NOT overtake? Alertness
In which of the following situations would windscreen pillars hinder your view of the road? Alertness
In which of these circumstances is it permitted to cross the solid double white lines in the middle of the road? Road and traffic signs
In which of these circumstances may you stop on a motorway? Motorway rules
In which of these circumstances would it be permitted to drive your car in this bus lane? Rules of the road
In which of these situations are you most likely to be impacted by side winds Safety margins
In which of these situations should you use front fog lights? Vehicle handling
In which situation are anti-lock brakes (ABS) particularly useful? Safety margins
In windy conditions, what should you do if a motorcyclist is overtaking a high-sided vehicle ahead? Other types of vehicle
Is it allowed to park on zigzag lines by a zebra crossing when there are no available parking spaces elsewhere? Safety and your vehicle
It is usually advantageous to stay at a constant speed over a longer distance. Why? Motorway rules
It starts to get dark while you’re driving. Why should you switch on your lights? Alertness
Mirrors are often slightly curved. Why is this? Hazard awareness
On a motorway, what can you do to reduce the risk of an accident if the vehicle behind you is following too closely? Safety margins
On a motorway, what do these signs indicate? Motorway rules
On a motorway, what does it mean if the vehicle in front of you switches on its hazard warning lights for a short period of time? Motorway rules
On a motorway, what is the left-hand lane used for? Motorway rules
On a motorway, what is the purpose of the hard shoulder? Motorway rules
On a motorway, when is it allowed to overtake on the left? Motorway rules
On a motorway, where might you find a climbing or crawler lane? Motorway rules
On a motorway, why might it be better to use an emergency roadside telephone rather than a mobile phone? Motorway rules
On a one-way street, where are you allowed to overtake? Rules of the road
On a road with speed humps, what should you do if the driver ahead is travelling slower than you’d like? Vehicle handling
On a single carriageway, what is the national speed limit for motorcycles and cars? Rules of the road
On a three-lane motorway, what is the purpose of the right-hand lane? Motorway rules
On average, how much more fuel is used driving at 70 mph than at 50 mph? Safety and your vehicle
On motorways, which of the following must you stop for when signalled to do so? Rules of the road
On narrow residential streets, which of these speed limits is often in effect? Road and traffic signs
On this motorway sign, what does the ’25’ mean? Road and traffic signs
On which type of road would you see a bus and cycle lane contraflow system? Road and traffic signs
On which vehicle would you expect to see this sign? Hazard awareness
Once an area is safe following an incident, how can you look after any casualties? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
One of these signs indicates that pedestrians may be walking along the road. Which? Road and traffic signs
One of these signs indicates the end of a dual carriageway. Which one? Road and traffic signs
One of these signs indicates there’s a double bend ahead. Which one? Road and traffic signs
One of these signs means ‘no entry’. Which one? Road and traffic signs
One of these signs means ‘no motor vehicles’. Which one? Road and traffic signs
One of these signs means ‘no motor vehicles’. Which one? Road and traffic signs
One of these signs means ‘no stopping’. Which one? Road and traffic signs
Pedestrians are crossing a puffin crossing ahead of you. When will the lights change from red? Attitude
Should you change your driving in areas with traffic-calming measures? Hazard awareness
Should you plan rest stops for a long journey? Hazard awareness
Some disabled people use powered wheelchairs or scooters. What is their maximum speed? Other types of vehicle
Some illnesses will impact your ability to drive. When this happens, what should you do? Hazard awareness
Some roads are used by both cars and trams. How would you identify one? Vehicle handling
The windscreen pillar is hindering your view at a junction. Which of the following vehicles should you particularly keep an eye out for? Alertness
There has been a road traffic accident and someone is bleeding from their arm. There is nothing embedded in the wound. How should you help this person? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
There has been an accident involving a motorcyclist. The motorcyclist is unconscious and is lying in the middle of the road. Traffic has stopped and doesn’t pose a threat. How should you help? Incidents, accidents and emergencies
These zigzag lines are found near pelican crossings. What do they tell you? Road and traffic signs
Thieves looking to steal your car might be deterred by which of the following? Safety and your vehicle
This road sign normally appears with which plates? Vehicle handling
This sign is partly obscured by snow. What does it mean? Road and traffic signs
To what level should you fill up your battery? Safety and your vehicle
Under normal circumstances, how long does a valid MOT certificate last? Documents
Under normal circumstances, how will a police patrol vehicle get you to stop? Road and traffic signs
Under normal circumstances, what must you do if you see a pedestrian waiting to cross at a zebra crossing? Rules of the road
Under which of these circumstances is it permitted to drive over a footpath? Rules of the road
Under which of these circumstances is it permitted to wait in a box junction? Vehicle handling
Under which of these circumstances may a passenger travel without using a seat belt? Safety and your vehicle
Under which of these circumstances must you contact the vehicle licensing authority? Documents
Under which of these circumstances must you contact the vehicle licensing authority? Documents
Unless signs inidicate otherwise, what is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on motorways? Motorway rules
What are traffic officers authorised to do on motorways? Motorway rules
What benefit to catalytic converters provide? Safety and your vehicle
What can the right lane be used for on a three-lane dual carriageway? Rules of the road
What can you do to avoid dazzling drivers behind you at night, while waiting in traffic? Attitude
What can you do to make pulling away on snow easier? Safety margins
What can you do to prevent tiredness on a long journey? Hazard awareness
What can’t provisional drivers do? Motorway rules
What colour and shape are traffic signs that give orders? Road and traffic signs
What colour are the reflective stud that appear between a motorway and its slip road? Motorway rules
What colour are the reflective studs on the left-hand lane of the carriageway on a motorway? Motorway rules
What colour are the reflective studs that separate the lanes on a motorway? Motorway rules
What could cause excessive or uneven tyre wear? Safety and your vehicle
What could happen if you hang objects from your rear-view mirror? Alertness
What could happen if you have excess fuel in your engine? Safety and your vehicle