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What does third-party insurance cover?

Select one answer A Damage to other vehicles B Injury to yourself C All damage and injury D Damage to your vehicle

Third-party insurance cover is usually cheaper than comprehensive cover. However, it does not cover any damage caused to your own vehicle or property. It only covers damage and injury you cause to others.

Safety Margins

You're travelling on the motorway. How can you lower the risk of a collision when the vehicle behind is following too closely?

Select one answer A Move onto the hard shoulder and stop B Switch on your hazard warning lights C Brake sharply D Increase your distance from the vehicle in front

On busy roads, traffic may still travel at high speeds. Do not follow the vehicle in front too closely. If a driver behind seems to be ‘pushing’ you, gradually increase your distance from the vehicle in front by slowing down gently. This will give you more space in front if you have to brake, and will reduce the risk of a collision involving several vehicles.

Vehicle Loading

What should you do if you're towing a trailer and it starts to swing from side to side?

Select one answer A Brake hard and hold the pedal down B Let go of the steering wheel and let it correct itself C Ease off the accelerator to reduce your speed D Accelerate until it stabilises

Strong winds or buffeting from large vehicles can cause a trailer or caravan to swing from side to side ('snake'). If this happens, ease off the accelerator. Do not brake harshly, steer sharply or increase your speed.

Other Types of Vehicle

You're towing a caravan. Which is the safest type of rear-view mirror to use?

Select one answer A Ordinary interior mirror B Interior wide-angle mirror C Extended-arm side mirrors D Ordinary door mirrors

Towing a large trailer or caravan can greatly reduce your view of the road behind. You may need to fit extended-arm side mirrors so that you can see clearly behind and down both sides of the caravan or trailer.

Attitude

When should you leave a two-second gap between your vehicle and the one in front?

Select one answer A When it's foggy B When it's dry C When it's icy D When it's raining

In good, dry conditions, a driver needs to keep a distance of at least 2 seconds from the car in front. This should allow enough space for you to stop if the driver in front has to stop suddenly.

Motorway Rules

When may you stop on a motorway?

Select one answer A If you have to read a map B When you're tired and need a rest C In an emergency or breakdown D If your mobile phone rings

You should not normally stop on a motorway, but there may be occasions when you need to do so. If your vehicle breaks down or there's an emergency, stop on the hard shoulder and use the emergency telephones to call for assistance.

Rules of the road

Why could it be dangerous to reverse from a side road into a main road?

Select one answer A Your reversing lights will be hidden B Your reverse sensors will beep C Your mirrors will need adjusting D Your view will be restricted

Do not reverse into a main road from a side road because your view will be restricted. The main road is likely to be busy and the traffic on it moving quickly.

Documents

A police officer asks to see your documents. You do not have them with you. How many days do you have to produce them at a police station?

Select one answer A 5 days B 21 days C 7 days D 14 days

You do not have to carry your vehicle's documents wherever you go. If a police officer asks to see them and you do not have them with you, you may be asked to produce them at a police station within 7 days.

Alertness

What does the term ‘blind spot’ mean?

Select one answer A An area covered by your right-hand mirror B An area not covered by your headlights C An area covered by your left-hand mirror D An area not visible to the driver

Modern vehicles provide the driver with a good view of both the road ahead and behind using well-positioned mirrors. However, the mirrors cannot see every angle of the scene behind and to the sides of the vehicle. It’s essential that you know when and how to check the vehicle's blind spots, so that you’re aware of any hidden hazards.

Incidents, Accidents, Emergencies

You're going through a long tunnel. What will warn you of congestion or an incident ahead?

Select one answer A Areas with hatch markings B Hazard warning lines C Other drivers flashing their lights D Variable message signs

Follow the instructions given by the signs or by tunnel officials. In congested tunnels, a minor incident can soon turn into a major one, with serious or even fatal results.

Road and Traffic Signs

In winter, road signs can become covered by snow. What does this sign mean?

Select one answer A Stop B Turn right C Crossroads D Give way

The 'stop' sign is the only road sign that's octagonal. This is so that it can be recognised and obeyed even if it's obscured (for example, by snow).

Safety And Your Vehicle

What's likely to happen if you put too much oil in your engine?

Select one answer A The timing belt will slip B The clutch pedal will lock C The oil seals will leak D The air intake will become blocked

Too much oil will lead to increased pressure in the engine. This could damage oil seals and lead to oil leaks. Any excess oil should be drained off.

Hazard Awareness

What should the driver of the grey car be especially aware of?

Select one answer A Doors opening on parked cars B The uneven road surface C Traffic following behind D Empty parking spaces

When passing parked cars, there's a risk that a driver or passenger may not check before opening the door into the road. A defensive driver will drive slowly and be looking for people who may be about to get out of their car.

Attitude

When should you flash your headlights at other road users?

Select one answer A When showing that you're about to turn B When telling them that you have right of way C When letting them know that you're there D When showing that you're giving way

You should only flash your headlights to warn others of your presence. Do not use them to greet others, show impatience or give priority to other road users, because they could misunderstand your signal.

Vehicle Loading

What does it mean if your trailer has a maximum authorised mass (MAM) of 3,500 kg?

Select one answer A Your trailer and towing vehicle combined cannot weigh more than 3,500 kg B Your empty trailer weighs 3,500 kg C Your trailer and load combined cannot weigh more than 3,500 kg D Your trailer can carry a load of 3,500 kg

The MAM of the trailer is stamped on the plate fitted to the chassis. It is the maximum weight of the trailer and load that the manufacturer has designed it to carry. Do not load your trailer so that it exceeds this maximum weight.

Vehicle Handling

What should you do when you meet an oncoming vehicle on a single-track road?

Select one answer A Switch on your hazard warning lights B Reverse back to the main road C Stop at a passing place D Carry out an emergency stop

Take care when using single-track roads. It can be difficult to see around bends, because of hedges or fences, so expect to meet oncoming vehicles. Drive carefully and be ready to pull into or stop opposite a passing place, where you can pass each other safely.

Other Types of Vehicle

What should you be prepared to do in this situation?

Select one answer A Sound your horn and continue B Slow down and give way C Report the driver to the police D Squeeze through the gap

Sometimes, large vehicles may need more space than other road users. If a vehicle needs more time and space to turn, be prepared to stop and wait.

Safety And Your Vehicle

What may help to deter a thief from stealing your car?

Select one answer A Always keeping the interior light on B Always keeping the headlights on C Etching the registration number on the windows D Fitting reflective glass windows

Having your car registration number etched on all your windows is a cheap and effective way to deter professional car thieves.

Motorway Rules

Why is it important to make full use of the slip road as you join a motorway?

Select one answer A To allow you to fit safely into the traffic flow in the left-hand lane B Because there's space available to turn round if you need to C Because you can continue on the hard shoulder D To allow you direct access to the overtaking lanes

Try to join the motorway without affecting the progress of the traffic in the left-hand lane and always give way to traffic already on the motorway. At busy times, you may have to slow down to merge into slow-moving traffic.

Safety Margins

Where is your vehicle most likely to be affected by side winds?

Select one answer A On a long, straight road B On a narrow country lane C On a busy stretch of road D On an open stretch of road

In windy conditions, care must be taken on exposed roads. A strong gust of wind can blow you off course. Watch out for other road users who are particularly likely to be affected, such as cyclists, motorcyclists, high-sided lorries and vehicles towing trailers.

Alertness

What’s most likely to distract you while you’re driving?

Select one answer A Using the mirrors B Using a mobile phone C Using the demisters D Using the windscreen wipers

Except for emergencies, it’s illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while you're driving. Even using a hands-free kit can severely distract your attention.

Rules of the road

What should you do if you see a pedestrian waiting at a zebra crossing?

Select one answer A Stop before you reach the zigzag lines and let them cross B Go on quickly before they step onto the crossing C Ignore them as they're still on the pavement D Be ready to slow down or stop to let them cross

By standing on the pavement, the pedestrian is showing an intention to cross. By looking well ahead, you'll give yourself time to see the pedestrian, check your mirrors and respond safely.

Vulnerable Road Users

What hazard should you be especially aware of if you're turning left into a side road?

Select one answer A Traffic congestion B Pedestrians C Parked vehicles D One-way street

Make sure that you've reduced your speed and are in the correct gear for the turn. Look into the road before you turn and always give way to any pedestrians who are crossing.

Road and Traffic Signs

What does it mean if you see this signal on the motorway?

Select one answer A Leave the motorway at the next exit B Stop: all lanes ahead closed C All vehicles use the hard shoulder D Sharp bend to the left ahead

You'll see this sign if there has been an incident ahead and the motorway is closed. You must obey the sign. Make sure that you prepare to leave in good time. Do not cause drivers to take avoiding action by cutting in at the last moment.

Hazard Awareness

What's the main hazard you should be aware of when following this cyclist?

Select one answer A The cyclist may wish to turn right at the end of the road B The cyclist may swerve into the road C The cyclist may get off and push their bicycle D The cyclist may move to the left and dismount

When following a cyclist, be aware that they have to deal with the hazards around them. They may wobble or swerve to avoid a pothole in the road or see a potential hazard and change direction suddenly. Do not follow them too closely or rev your engine impatiently.

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