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Practice Test 9

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 does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? Be prepared for traffic approaching from junctions on either side of you. Try to avoid unnecessary changing of lanes just before the junction.

What colour are the reflective studs between the hard shoulder and the left-hand lane of a motorway?

You're riding in heavy rain. Your rear wheel skids as you accelerate. What must you do to regain control?

Where would you find these road markings?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - Where would you find these road markings? These markings show the direction in which the traffic should go at a mini-roundabout.

Which vehicle is most likely to take an unusual course at a roundabout?

Which sign means you have priority over oncoming vehicles?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? Even though you've left the restricted area, make sure that you park where you won't endanger other road users or cause an obstruction.

Why should you check over your shoulder before you change lanes in busy, slow-moving traffic?

When must you use dipped headlights during the day?

Where should you take particular care to look out for other motorcyclists and cyclists?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? 'No entry' signs are used in places such as one-way streets to prevent vehicles driving against the traffic. To ignore one would be dangerous, both for yourself and for other road users, as well as being against the law.

You're riding at 70 mph on a three-lane motorway. Which lane should you use if there's no traffic ahead?

You're travelling along a motorway. Where would you find a crawler or climbing lane?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Motorway rules - You're travelling along a motorway. Where would you find a crawler or climbing lane? Large, slow-moving vehicles can hinder the progress of other traffic. On a steep gradient, an extra crawler lane may be provided for slow-moving vehicles to allow faster-moving traffic to flow more easily.

Riding with the side stand down could cause you to crash. When is this most likely to happen?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Road and traffic signs - What does this sign mean? A warning sign with a picture of a windsock indicates that there may be strong side winds. This sign is often found on exposed roads.

Why should you be cautious when going past this bus waiting at a bus stop?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - Why should you be cautious when going past this bus waiting at a bus stop? A bus at a bus stop can hide pedestrians who might try to cross the road just in front of it. Drive at a speed that will enable you to respond safely if you have to.

What can you wear to make it easier for other road users to see you?

You're riding towards roadworks where temporary traffic lights are on red. What should you do if the road ahead is clear?

You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle crash. The rider is injured. When should their helmet be removed?

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

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - What's the main hazard you should be aware of when following this cyclist? 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. Don’t follow them too closely or rev your engine impatiently.

When should you use the right-hand lane of a three-lane dual carriageway?

What should your pillion passenger do while you're riding around a bend?

What's the safest way to stop when the road is wet?

You’re about to overtake a cyclist on a road that has a 30 mph speed limit. How much room should you leave them as you overtake?

At an incident, how could you help a casualty who has stopped breathing?

When can you carry a child as a pillion passenger?

You're turning left from a main road into a side road. What should you do if there’s a pedestrian on the pavement waiting to cross the side road?

Why should you make sure that you cancel your motorcycle's indicators after you've turned at a junction?

What does it mean if your motorcycle insurance policy has an excess of £100?

Which of these signs warns you of a zebra crossing?

Why should you slow down as you approach this hazard?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Hazard awareness - Why should you slow down as you approach this hazard? You should be slowing down and selecting the correct gear in case you have to stop at the level crossing. Look for the signals and be prepared to stop if necessary.

You're riding on a wet road. How should you use the brakes in these conditions?

What should you do if a driver begins to emerge into your path from a side road on the left?

You're travelling on a road that has road humps. What should you do when the driver in front is travelling more slowly than you?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle handling - You're travelling on a road that has road humps. What should you do when the driver in front is travelling more slowly than you? Be patient and stay behind the car in front. You shouldn't normally overtake other vehicles in areas subject to traffic calming. If you overtake here, you may easily exceed the speed limit, defeating the purpose of the traffic-calming measures.

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