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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 (2023)
A friend gives you medicine to soothe your throat. What precaution should you take before getting behind the wheel? Hazard awareness (2023)
A friend has been drinking at a party and is unfit to drive. What advice should you give them? Hazard awareness (2023)
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 (2023)
A learner driver stalls in front of you. How should you react? Vulnerable road users (2023)
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 (2023)
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 (2023)
A person herding sheep asks you to stop. How should you respond? Attitude (2023)
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 (2023)
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 (2023)
A vehicle registration certificate (V5C) is issued when a car is sold or transferred. Who is legally responsible for updating registration information? Documents (2023)
After turning, why is it important to turn off your indicators? Road and traffic signs (2023)
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 (2023)
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 (2023)
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) reduces skidding. In what situation would this be particularly important? Safety margins (2023)
Approaching this crossing, what would be the first indication that there’s a train coming? Hazard awareness (2023)
As a learner driver, what must you do before driving on a road for the first time? Documents (2023)
As a recently qualified driver, how could you reduce your chances of being involved in an accident? Vulnerable road users (2023)
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 (2023)
As you approach this bridge, what should you prepare to do? Hazard awareness (2023)
As you approach this bridge, which type of vehicle might you meet in the middle of the road? Hazard awareness (2023)
As you approach this bridge, which type of vehicle should you be ready to give way to? Hazard awareness (2023)
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 (2023)
At a roundabout, how should you signal when continuing straight ahead? Rules of the road (2023)
At a roundabout, in which direction would you expect cyclists in the left-hand lane to go? Vulnerable road users (2023)
At a roundabout, what should you do if a horse rider is signalling right but keeping to the left? Vulnerable road users (2023)
At a roundabout, which of these vehicles is most likely to take an unusual course? Rules of the road (2023)
At a roundabout, which of these vehicles is most likely to take an unusual course? Rules of the road (2023)
At junctions, which of these is considered most vulnerable? Vulnerable road users (2023)
At junctions, why is it especially important to look for cyclists and motorcyclists? Vulnerable road users (2023)
At traffic lights, which signal will follow this amber light? Road and traffic signs (2023)
At unmarked crossroads, who has priority? Rules of the road (2023)
Before changing lane in a slow-moving queue, what should you do? Vulnerable road users (2023)
Before making a U-turn in the road, what should you do? Alertness (2023)
Brake fade refers to the loss of braking power. What is the main cause of this? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
By law, you are required to keep which of these in good condition? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
Diamond-shaped traffic signs apply to which type of driver? Attitude (2023)
Doing which one of these would help you save fuel while driving? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
During which of these manoeuvres would you be permitted to remove your seatbelt? Rules of the road (2023)
During which of these occasions is it especially important to check your engine oil level? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
Elderly pedestrians are about to cross the road ahead. What should you do? Vulnerable road users (2023)
Flashing lights like this indicate you must stop. Where are they found? Road and traffic signs (2023)
Following a breakdown on a two-way road, how far from your vehicle should you place a warning triangle? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
Following a collision, a motorcyclist is injured and unconscious. Why shouldn’t you remove their helmet? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
Following a collision, which document might the police ask you to produce? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
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 (2023)
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 (2023)
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 (2023)
For a car towing a caravan, what is the national speed limit on a dual carriageway? Rules of the road (2023)
For a car towing a trailer, what is the national speed limit on a single carriageway road? Rules of the road (2023)
For cars and motorcycles on a dual carriageway, what is the national speed limit? Rules of the road (2023)
Fuel consumption will be improved by which of these? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
Holders of provisional licences face some restrictions that full licence holders don’t. Which of these is a restriction? Hazard awareness (2023)
Hot weather may cause road surfaces to become soft. What could this affect on your vehicle? Safety margins (2023)
How can you avoid wheelspin on an icy road? Safety margins (2023)
How can you correct a rear-wheel skid? Vehicle handling (2023)
How can you help a casualty who has stopped breathing? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
How can you help a driver suffering from shock? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
How can you help someone suffering from shock? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
How can you prevent spillage after refuelling your vehicle? Attitude (2023)
How can you tell if your vehicle is losing grip on a wet road? Safety margins (2023)
How close are you allowed to park to a junction? Rules of the road (2023)
How could drivers help reduce damage to the environment? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How could the presence of a roof rack affect your car’s performance? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How could you avoid fuel from being wasted? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How could you help reduce traffic congestion? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How could you safely leave valuables in your car? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How could you use your vehicle’s engine to control your speed? Vehicle handling (2023)
How do ‘red routes’ benefit major cities? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How do small, powered vehicles used by disabled people warn you of their presence on a dual carriageway? Vulnerable road users (2023)
How does ecosafe driving protect the environment? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How far are you legally allowed to reverse? Rules of the road (2023)
How is a 30 mph speed limit indicated when there are no speed limit signs? Rules of the road (2023)
How is a person’s driving ability affected by their age? Hazard awareness (2023)
How is heavy rain likely to affect your overall stopping distance? Vehicle handling (2023)
How long does a Statutory Off-Road Notification (SORN) stay valid? Documents (2023)
How much greater would the stopping distance be in icy conditions compared to normal, dry conditions? Safety margins (2023)
How should a load on a roof rack be carried? Vehicle loading (2023)
How should the car driver approach this zebra crossing? Hazard awareness (2023)
How should you approach this bridge? Alertness (2023)
How should you deal with an unmarked junction? Attitude (2023)
How should you deal with this hazard? Vehicle handling (2023)
How should you dispose of a used vehicle battery? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How should you dispose of used engine oil if you choose to service your own vehicle? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How should you pass a motorcyclist in windy conditions? Safety margins (2023)
How should you plan a journey? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How should you react to inexperienced drivers? Vulnerable road users (2023)
How should you safely overtake horse riders? Vulnerable road users (2023)
How should you stand when using an emergency motorway telephone? Motorway rules (2023)
How should you use a hand-held device in your car? Alertness (2023)
How should you use a satellite navigation device (sat nav) without it affecting your driving? Alertness (2023)
How will avoiding driving at busy times improve your journey? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
How will driving up steep hills affect your vehicle? Vehicle handling (2023)
How will using dipped headlights help in a well-lit, built up area at night? Rules of the road (2023)
How would a school crossing patrol signal you to stop? Vulnerable road users (2023)
How would using a mobile phone while driving affect you? Alertness (2023)
How would you warn drivers behind you if you had to brake suddenly on a motorway? Motorway rules (2023)
If a car is displaying a ‘help’ pennant, what does it mean? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
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 (2023)
If someone is unconscious following an accident, what is the first thing you should do? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
If this dashboard light appears while driving, what does it mean? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
If you need glasses to read number plates at the required distance, when else should you wear them? Hazard awareness (2023)
If you see a police officer making this signal, what might they be telling you? Hazard awareness (2023)
If you see this sign at a crossroads, what should you do? Road and traffic signs (2023)
If you see this sign while parking, what should you do on the days and times shown? Rules of the road (2023)
If you see this sign while travelling along a motorway, what should you do? Road and traffic signs (2023)
If your anti-lock braking system (ABS) light stays on, what should you do? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
If your car’s wheels are imbalanced, what might happen? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
If your eyesight deteriorates to the point that an optician can no longer help, who are you legally required to tell? Hazard awareness (2023)
In a long tunnel, what might warn you of an incident or congestion ahead? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
In a queue of traffic, why is it important to check your right mirror before turning right into a side road? Vulnerable road users (2023)
In foggy conditions, what should you do? Vehicle handling (2023)
In freezing conditions, what should you do when approaching a sharp bend? Safety margins (2023)
In icy conditions, what distance should you maintan from the vehicle in front of you? Vehicle handling (2023)
In ideal driving conditions, what should the minimum distance be between cars? Safety margins (2023)
In the event of a breakdown, which direction should you walk in to find an emergency telephone? Motorway rules (2023)
In this image, what is the main hazard? Hazard awareness (2023)
In this situation, what should you do if traffic in the left-hand lane starts slowing? Hazard awareness (2023)
In towns or cities, what can people to do reduce urban pollution? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
In what situation should you use your horn? Attitude (2023)
In which circumstances is it allowed to stop on a motorway? Motorway rules (2023)
In which circumstances should a motorcyclist’s helmet be removed following a crash? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
In which conditions is it best to check tyre pressures? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
In which of the following situations are you permitted to use a mobile phone in your car? Alertness (2023)
In which of the following situations should you NOT overtake? Alertness (2023)
In which of the following situations would windscreen pillars hinder your view of the road? Alertness (2023)
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 (2023)
In which of these circumstances may you stop on a motorway? Motorway rules (2023)
In which of these circumstances would it be permitted to drive your car in this bus lane? Rules of the road (2023)
In which of these situations are you most likely to be impacted by side winds Safety margins (2023)
In which of these situations should you use front fog lights? Vehicle handling (2023)
In which situation are anti-lock brakes (ABS) particularly useful? Safety margins (2023)
In windy conditions, what should you do if a motorcyclist is overtaking a high-sided vehicle ahead? Other types of vehicle (2023)
Is it allowed to park on zigzag lines by a zebra crossing when there are no available parking spaces elsewhere? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
It is usually advantageous to stay at a constant speed over a longer distance. Why? Motorway rules (2023)
It starts to get dark while you’re driving. Why should you switch on your lights? Alertness (2023)
Mirrors are often slightly curved. Why is this? Hazard awareness (2023)
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 (2023)
On a motorway, what do these signs indicate? Motorway rules (2023)
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 (2023)
On a motorway, what is the left-hand lane used for? Motorway rules (2023)
On a motorway, what is the purpose of the hard shoulder? Motorway rules (2023)
On a motorway, when is it allowed to overtake on the left? Motorway rules (2023)
On a motorway, where might you find a climbing or crawler lane? Motorway rules (2023)
On a motorway, why might it be better to use an emergency roadside telephone rather than a mobile phone? Motorway rules (2023)
On a one-way street, where are you allowed to overtake? Rules of the road (2023)
On a road with speed humps, what should you do if the driver ahead is travelling slower than you’d like? Vehicle handling (2023)
On a single carriageway, what is the national speed limit for motorcycles and cars? Rules of the road (2023)
On a three-lane motorway, what is the purpose of the right-hand lane? Motorway rules (2023)
On average, how much more fuel is used driving at 70 mph than at 50 mph? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
On motorways, which of the following must you stop for when signalled to do so? Rules of the road (2023)
On narrow residential streets, which of these speed limits is often in effect? Road and traffic signs (2023)
On this motorway sign, what does the ’25’ mean? Road and traffic signs (2023)
On which type of road would you see a bus and cycle lane contraflow system? Road and traffic signs (2023)
On which vehicle would you expect to see this sign? Hazard awareness (2023)
Once an area is safe following an incident, how can you look after any casualties? Incidents, accidents and emergencies (2023)
One of these signs indicates that pedestrians may be walking along the road. Which? Road and traffic signs (2023)
One of these signs indicates the end of a dual carriageway. Which one? Road and traffic signs (2023)
One of these signs indicates there’s a double bend ahead. Which one? Road and traffic signs (2023)
One of these signs means ‘no entry’. Which one? Road and traffic signs (2023)
One of these signs means ‘no motor vehicles’. Which one? Road and traffic signs (2023)
One of these signs means ‘no motor vehicles’. Which one? Road and traffic signs (2023)
One of these signs means ‘no stopping’. Which one? Road and traffic signs (2023)
Pedestrians are crossing a puffin crossing ahead of you. When will the lights change from red? Attitude (2023)
Should you change your driving in areas with traffic-calming measures? Hazard awareness (2023)
Should you plan rest stops for a long journey? Hazard awareness (2023)
Some disabled people use powered wheelchairs or scooters. What is their maximum speed? Other types of vehicle (2023)
Some illnesses will impact your ability to drive. When this happens, what should you do? Hazard awareness (2023)
Some roads are used by both cars and trams. How would you identify one? Vehicle handling (2023)
The windscreen pillar is hindering your view at a junction. Which of the following vehicles should you particularly keep an eye out for? Alertness (2023)
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 (2023)
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 (2023)
These zigzag lines are found near pelican crossings. What do they tell you? Road and traffic signs (2023)
Thieves looking to steal your car might be deterred by which of the following? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
This road sign normally appears with which plates? Vehicle handling (2023)
This sign is partly obscured by snow. What does it mean? Road and traffic signs (2023)
To what level should you fill up your battery? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
Under normal circumstances, how long does a valid MOT certificate last? Documents (2023)
Under normal circumstances, how will a police patrol vehicle get you to stop? Road and traffic signs (2023)
Under normal circumstances, what must you do if you see a pedestrian waiting to cross at a zebra crossing? Rules of the road (2023)
Under which of these circumstances is it permitted to drive over a footpath? Rules of the road (2023)
Under which of these circumstances is it permitted to wait in a box junction? Vehicle handling (2023)
Under which of these circumstances may a passenger travel without using a seat belt? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
Under which of these circumstances must you contact the vehicle licensing authority? Documents (2023)
Under which of these circumstances must you contact the vehicle licensing authority? Documents (2023)
Unless signs inidicate otherwise, what is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on motorways? Motorway rules (2023)
What are traffic officers authorised to do on motorways? Motorway rules (2023)
What benefit to catalytic converters provide? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
What can the right lane be used for on a three-lane dual carriageway? Rules of the road (2023)
What can you do to avoid dazzling drivers behind you at night, while waiting in traffic? Attitude (2023)
What can you do to make pulling away on snow easier? Safety margins (2023)
What can you do to prevent tiredness on a long journey? Hazard awareness (2023)
What can’t provisional drivers do? Motorway rules (2023)
What colour and shape are traffic signs that give orders? Road and traffic signs (2023)
What colour are the reflective stud that appear between a motorway and its slip road? Motorway rules (2023)
What colour are the reflective studs on the left-hand lane of the carriageway on a motorway? Motorway rules (2023)
What colour are the reflective studs that separate the lanes on a motorway? Motorway rules (2023)
What could cause excessive or uneven tyre wear? Safety and your vehicle (2023)
What could happen if you hang objects from your rear-view mirror? Alertness (2023)
What could happen if you have excess fuel in your engine? Safety and your vehicle (2023)