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Mock Test 1

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You're about to overtake horse riders. What could scare the horses?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Other road users - You're about to overtake horse riders. What could scare the horses? When passing horses, allow plenty of space, slow down and stop if you need to. Animals are easily frightened by sudden or loud noises and can quickly become uncontrollable, so don't sound your horn or rev the engine.
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You're driving on a road with an uneven surface. What should you do if you're following a motorcyclist along this road?

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When is a buffer lane most likely to be in use?

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You're on a wet, level road, driving at 50 mph. What's the minimum time gap you should leave between your vehicle and the one in front?

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The height of your vehicle is 4.2 metres (14 feet). What should you do as you approach this bridge?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - The height of your vehicle is 4.2 metres (14 feet). What should you do as you approach this bridge? The headroom under bridges in the UK is at least 5 metres (16 feet 6 inches) unless marked otherwise. However, this might refer only to the highest point of an arch. If your vehicle hits a bridge, you must report the incident to the police. If a railway bridge is involved, you must also report it to the railway authority.
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When may vehicles over 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass (MAM) use the right-hand lane of a motorway to overtake?

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How will a school crossing patrol signal you to stop?

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You arrive at the scene of an incident where someone is injured. What should be given urgent priority?

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A group of horse riders comes towards you. What should you do if the leading rider's horse becomes nervous of your presence?

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How does alcohol affect your driving?

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What's the best knot to use when securing a load with ropes?

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What helps you to become a fuel-efficient driver?

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What's the minimum distance you should allow for braking when it's raining heavily?

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What's the greatest risk to your safety when you're overtaking on a motorway in very wet weather?

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You're driving a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow, winding road. What should you do to let other vehicles overtake you?

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You've been asked to drive a fully loaded petrol tanker back to the depot. It has a maximum authorised mass of 10 tonnes. What must you have before you can drive this vehicle?

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You're driving a tractor unit fitted with two air lines. You want to couple to a trailer that has three air-line couplings. How should the air lines be connected?

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You're driving in a built-up area. Your vehicle is fitted with an audible warning device that sounds when it's reversing. When must you turn off this alarm?

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How can you help to ease traffic congestion?

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The analogue tachograph on your vehicle becomes faulty. How long do you have before you must have it repaired?

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What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? This sign tells you that the verge is soft. If you park here, there's a danger that your vehicle will become stuck. This can be inconvenient and could be costly if you need to be pulled out. In extreme cases, your vehicle may even tip over.
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Which coloured band on the rev counter makes the best use of engine braking?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Braking systems - Which coloured band on the rev counter makes the best use of engine braking? There are usually four coloured bands on the rev counter: green, amber, blue and red. The blue band will allow you to make the best use of engine braking. Try to keep in this band when going down a steep hill.
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Why is a toucan crossing different from other crossings?

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When are exhaust brakes most efficient?

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What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this sign mean? If you see this sign, be aware that there's a danger of grounding. This can happen where there's a pronounced bump in the road, such as at a level crossing or a hump bridge.
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You're scheduled to make a delivery. You arrive at your destination during the morning rush hour. The road is edged with double red lines. What do they mean?

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This vehicle is fitted with spray-suppression equipment. In what weather conditions will it be most useful?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - The road - This vehicle is fitted with spray-suppression equipment. In what weather conditions will it be most useful? The spray-suppression equipment helps to prevent water from being thrown up and causing reduced visibility, for you and other drivers. Driving at a reduced speed in wet conditions will also help to reduce the amount of water thrown up by your vehicle's tyres.
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What's the fifth-wheel coupling used for?

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What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? This traffic sign means no stopping on the main carriageway at any time, not even to set down passengers. However, you may stop in a lay-by.
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Under EU rules, what's the maximum daily driving time allowed?

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You're waiting at a T-junction. What should you do if you see a vehicle is coming from the right, with its left indicator flashing?

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Who has priority when you're approaching this sign?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - Who has priority when you're approaching this sign? When you see this sign, you must give way to traffic from the opposite direction, regardless of the size of your vehicle.
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How should you stand when you're lifting a heavy object?

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In what circumstances will short-wheelbase vehicles bounce more noticeably than long-wheelbase vehicles?

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What should you do when you're unable to see clearly while you're reversing into a loading bay?

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Your lorry is stuck in snow. You use the diff-lock to move off. When should you switch the diff-lock off?

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Why are energy-saving tyres effective?

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What can cause unnecessary pollution to the environment?

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What should you do to prevent fuel spillage?

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What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Other road users - What does this sign mean? This shared route is for pedestrians and cyclists only. Be aware that, when it ends, the cyclists will be rejoining the main road.
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You've stopped at a pelican crossing. What should you do if the lights have changed to green but a disabled person is still crossing?

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Why are motorcyclists more at risk from other road users?

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You're following a motorcyclist along a potholed road. How should you adjust your driving to take account of this situation?

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What will happen if you drive smoothly?

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Which symbol on a lorry means it's likely to be carrying compressed gases?

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