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Practice Test 8

Why should you switch your headlights on when it first starts to get dark?

You're joining a motorway from a slip road. How should you deal with traffic already on the motorway?

You're turning right onto a dual carriageway. What should you do if the central reservation is too narrow to contain your vehicle?

When must you stop your vehicle?

You have to make an unexpected journey. You're carrying a five-year-old child on the back seat of your car. They're under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. How should you seat them if a correct child restraint isn't available?

Why is it bad technique to coast when you're driving downhill?

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

You're driving towards this level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - You're driving towards this level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train? The steady amber light will be followed by twin flashing red lights that mean you must stop. An alarm will also sound to alert you to the fact that a train is approaching.

What should you do if your mobile phone rings while you're driving or riding?

Why should these road markings be kept clear?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vulnerable road users - Why should these road markings be kept clear? The markings are there to show that the area should be kept clear. This is to allow an unrestricted view for • approaching drivers and riders • children wanting to cross the road.

What would suggest you're driving on an icy road?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? When you see this sign, look out for any direction signs and judge whether you need to signal your intentions. Do this in good time so that other road users approaching the roundabout know what you're planning to do.

What does the white line along the side of the road indicate?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does the white line along the side of the road indicate? A continuous white line is used on many roads to indicate the edge of the carriageway. This can be useful when visibility is restricted. The line is discontinued at junctions, lay-bys, and entrances to or exits from private drives.

You plan your route before starting a journey. Why should you also plan an alternative route?

What should you do if you see a large box fall from a lorry onto the motorway?

You're waiting to emerge at a junction. Your view is restricted by parked vehicles. What can help you to see traffic on the road you're joining?

What's the legal minimum insurance cover you must have to drive on public roads?

Which sign means that there may be people walking along the road?

Which sign means turn left ahead?

What does it mean when a moving vehicle is showing a flashing amber beacon?

You're on a smart motorway. What does it mean if a red cross is showing above the hard shoulder and mandatory speed limits above all other lanes?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Motorway rules - You're on a smart motorway. What does it mean if a red cross is showing above the hard shoulder and mandatory speed limits above all other lanes? A red cross above the hard shoulder shows that it's closed as a running lane and should only be used for emergencies or breakdowns. On a smart motorway, the hard shoulder may be used as a running lane at busy times. This will be shown by a mandatory speed limit on the gantry above the hard shoulder.

What would you do if you see older people crossing the road ahead?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vulnerable road users - What would you do if you see older people crossing the road ahead? Be aware that older people might take a long time to cross the road. They might also be hard of hearing and not hear you approaching. Don’t hurry older people across the road by getting too close to them or revving your engine.

When are you not allowed to sound your vehicle's horn?

You're travelling along a motorway. When are you allowed to overtake on the left?

What does it mean if your insurance policy has an excess of £500?

How can you identify traffic signs that give orders?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? This sign shows you that you can't get through to another route by turning left at the junction ahead.

How should you rejoin the motorway after a breakdown on the hard shoulder?

What should the driver of the red car (arrowed) do?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - What should the driver of the red car (arrowed) do? Some people might take a long time to cross the road. They may be older or have a disability. Be patient and don't hurry them by showing your impatience. If pedestrians are standing at the side of the road, don't signal or wave them to cross. Other road users might not have seen your signal and this could lead the pedestrians into a hazardous situation.

You're travelling at the legal speed limit. What should you do if the vehicle behind approaches quickly, flashing its headlights?

What should you do when you're following a motorcyclist along a road that has a poor surface?

What should you expect if you see this sign ahead?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - What should you expect if you see this sign ahead? This sign indicates that the road will bend sharply to the left. Slow down in plenty of time and select the correct gear before you start to turn. Braking hard and late, while also sharply changing direction, is likely to cause a skid.

You want to park and you see this sign. What should you do on the days and times shown?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Rules of the road - You want to park and you see this sign. What should you do on the days and times shown? Parking restrictions apply in a variety of places and situations. Make sure you know the rules and understand where and when restrictions apply. Controlled parking areas will be indicated by signs and road markings. Parking in the wrong place could cause an obstruction and danger to other traffic. It can also result in a fine.

What does third-party insurance cover?

Which lights must you use if you're driving on a well-lit motorway at night?

How does drinking alcohol affect your driving behaviour?

What could you do to reduce the volume of traffic on the roads?

You're driving on this dual carriageway. Why may you need to slow down?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - You're driving on this dual carriageway. Why may you need to slow down? Look well ahead and read any road signs as you drive. They're there to inform you of what's ahead. In this case, you may need to slow down and change direction. Check your mirrors so you know what's happening around you before you change speed or direction.

What does it mean if you see a pedestrian with a dog that has a yellow or burgundy coat?

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