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What information should you find out if you're involved in a collision where someone is injured?

What makes the vehicle in the picture 'environmentally friendly'?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Safety and your vehicle - What makes the vehicle in the picture 'environmentally friendly'? Trams are powered by electricity and therefore don't emit exhaust fumes. They ease traffic congestion by offering drivers an alternative to using their car, particularly in busy cities and towns.

What should you do if a trailer you're towing swerves or snakes?

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The road is wet. Why would a motorcyclist steer around drain covers while they were cornering?

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Why should you wear ear plugs when you're riding a motorcycle?

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Which type of vehicle should you be ready to give way to as you approach this bridge?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - Which type of vehicle should you be ready to give way to as you approach this bridge? A bus or high-sided lorry will have to take a position in the centre of the road to clear the bridge. There's normally a sign to show this. Look well ahead, past the bridge and be ready to stop and give way to large oncoming vehicles.
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What should you do when you see these horse riders in front?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vulnerable road users - What should you do when you see these horse riders in front? Be particularly careful when approaching horse riders – slow down and be prepared to stop. Always pass wide and slowly, and look out for signals given by the riders. Horses are unpredictable: always treat them as potential hazards and take great care when passing them.
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What's most likely to increase fuel consumption?

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What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? You must comply with all traffic signs and be especially aware of those signs that apply specifically to the type of vehicle you're using.
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Why is it important to make full use of the slip road as you join a motorway?

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When would you use the engine cut-out switch?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Safety and your motorcycle - When would you use the engine cut-out switch? If you're involved in a collision, using the engine cut-out switch will help to reduce the risk of fire. When stopping the engine normally, use the ignition switch.
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What can cause your motorcycle's tyres to lose their grip on the road surface and skid?

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What's the nearest you may park to a junction?

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

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What colour are the reflective studs between the lanes on a motorway?

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What's the main hazard the driver of the red car (arrowed) should be aware of?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - What's the main hazard the driver of the red car (arrowed) should be aware of? If you can do so safely, give way to buses signalling to move off at bus stops. Try to anticipate the actions of other road users around you. The driver of the red car should be prepared for the bus pulling out. As you approach a bus stop, look to see how many passengers are waiting to board. If the last one has just got on, the bus is likely to move off.
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Some two-way roads are divided into three lanes. Why are they particularly dangerous?

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Which sign means turn left ahead?

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What should you do if you're being followed by an ambulance showing flashing blue lights?

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What can cause a motorcycle to skid?

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You're on a country road. What should you expect to see coming towards you on your side of the road?

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What should you do when you're approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time?

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What should you do when you're approaching these horse riders?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Attitude - What should you do when you're approaching these horse riders? Animals are easily frightened by moving motor vehicles. If you’re approaching horses, keep your speed down and watch to see if the rider has any difficulty keeping control. Always be ready to stop if necessary. When it's safe to pass, give them plenty of room.
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What’s the purpose of the yellow lines painted across the road?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle handling - What’s the purpose of the yellow lines painted across the road? These lines may be painted on the road on the approach to a roundabout, a village or a particular hazard. The lines are raised and painted yellow, and their purpose is to make you aware of your speed. Reduce your speed in good time so that you avoid having to brake harshly over the last few metres before reaching the junction.
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You need to top up your battery with distilled water. What level should you fill it to?

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

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What should you do when you see this sign as you travel along a motorway?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What should you do when you see this sign as you travel along a motorway? You'll see this sign if the motorway is closed ahead. Pull into the left-hand lane as soon as it's safe to do so. Don't wait until the last moment before you move across, because the lane may be busy and you'll have to rely on another driver making room for you.
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What's the minimum engine size your motorcycle must have, if you want to ride it on the motorway?

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What does this signal from a police officer mean to oncoming traffic?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - What does this signal from a police officer mean to oncoming traffic? Police officers may need to direct traffic; for example, at a junction where the traffic lights have broken down. Check your copy of The Highway Code for the signals that they use.
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What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? Side winds can suddenly blow you off course. Keep your speed down when it’s very windy, especially on exposed roads.
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What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? If you use the right-hand lane in a contraflow system, you’ll be travelling with no permanent barrier between you and the oncoming traffic. Observe speed limits and keep a good distance from the vehicle ahead.
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What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? These humps have been put in place to slow the traffic down. They're usually found in residential areas. Slow down to an appropriate speed.
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What may be seriously affected if you overload your motorcycle?

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This junction, controlled by traffic lights, has a marked area between two stop lines. What's this for?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vulnerable road users - This junction, controlled by traffic lights, has a marked area between two stop lines. What's this for? These are known as advanced stop lines. When the lights are red (or about to become red), you should stop at the first white line. However, if you've crossed that line as the lights change, you must stop at the second line even if it means you're in the area reserved for cyclists.
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You're approaching a busy junction. What should you do when, at the last moment, you realise you're in the wrong lane?

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What should you do when you tow a trailer with your motorcycle?

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