Question 1 of 58 Loading... 1. You are driving in heavy rain. Your steering suddenly becomes very light. You should Mark one answer [Get Hints]steer towards the side of the roadapply gentle accelerationbrake firmly to reduce speedease off the acceleratorQuestion 1 of 58Question 2 of 58 Loading... 2. How can you tell if you are driving on ice? Mark two answers [Get Hints]The tyres make a rumbling noiseThe tyres make hardly any noiseThe steering becomes heavierThe steering becomes lighterQuestion 2 of 58Question 3 of 58 Loading... 3. What is the shortest overall stopping distance on a dry road at 60 mph? Mark one answer [Get Hints]53 metres (175 feet)58 metres (190 feet)73 metres (240 feet96 metres (315 feet)Question 3 of 58Question 4 of 58 Loading... 4. You are following other vehicles in fog. You have your lights on. What else can you do to reduce the chances of being in a collision? Mark one answer [Get Hints]Keep close to the vehicle in frontUse your main beam instead of dipped headlightsKeep up with the faster vehiclesReduce your speed and increase the gap in frontQuestion 4 of 58Question 5 of 58 Loading... 5. You are on a wet motorway with surface spray. You should use Mark one answer [Get Hints]hazard flashersdipped headlightsrear fog lightssidelightsQuestion 5 of 58Question 6 of 58 Loading... 6. Travelling for long distances in neutral (known as coasting) Mark one answer [Get Hints]improves the driver’s controlmakes steering easierreduces the driver’s controluses more fuelQuestion 6 of 58Question 7 of 58 Loading... 7. What should you do when overtaking a motorcyclist in strong winds? Mark one answer [Get Hints]Pass closePass quicklyPass widePass immediatelyQuestion 7 of 58Question 8 of 58 Loading... 8. Where are you most likely to be affected by a side wind? Mark one answer [Get Hints]On a narrow country laneOn an open stretch of roadOn a busy stretch of roadOn a long, straight roadQuestion 8 of 58Question 9 of 58 Loading... 9. Anti-lock brakes are of most use when you are Mark one answer [Get Hints]braking gentlydriving on worn tyresbraking excessivelydriving normallyQuestion 9 of 58Question 10 of 58 Loading... 10. You are turning left on a slippery road. The back of your vehicle slides to the right. You should Mark one answer [Get Hints]brake firmly and not turn the steering wheelsteer carefully to the leftsteer carefully to the rightbrake firmly and steer to the leftQuestion 10 of 58Question 11 of 58 Loading... 11. You are driving along a country road. You see this sign. AFTER dealing safely with the hazard you should always Mark one answer [Get Hints]check your tyre pressuresswitch on your hazard warning lightsaccelerate brisklytest your brakesQuestion 11 of 58Question 12 of 58 Loading... 12. You have just gone through deep water. To dry off the brakes you should Mark one answer [Get Hints]accelerate and keep to a high speed for a short timego slowly while gently applying the brakesavoid using the brakes at all for a few milesstop for at least an hour to allow them time to dryQuestion 12 of 58Question 13 of 58 Loading... 13. Your vehicle is fitted with anti-lock brakes. To stop quickly in an emergency you should Mark one answer [Get Hints]brake firmly and pump the brake pedal on and offbrake rapidly and firmly without releasing the brake pedalbrake gently and pump the brake pedal on and offbrake rapidly once, and immediately release the brake pedalQuestion 13 of 58Question 14 of 58 Loading... 14. You are about to go down a steep hill. To control the speed of your vehicle you should Mark one answer [Get Hints]select a high gear and use the brakes carefullyselect a high gear and use the brakes firmlyselect a low gear and use the brakes carefullyselect a low gear and avoid using the brakesQuestion 14 of 58Question 15 of 58 Loading... 15. In heavy motorway traffic the vehicle behind you is following too closely. How can you lower the risk of a collision? Mark one answer [Get Hints]Increase your distance from the vehicle in frontOperate the brakes sharply Switch on your hazard lightsMove onto the hard shoulder and stopQuestion 15 of 58Question 16 of 58 Loading... 16. You are on a good, dry, road surface. Your brakes and tyres are good. What is the typical overall stopping distance at 40 mph? Mark one answer [Get Hints]23 metres (75 feet)36 metres (118 feet)53 metres (175 feet)96 metres (315 feet)Question 16 of 58Question 17 of 58 Loading... 17. Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, but they may not always prevent skidding. This is most likely to happen when driving Mark two answers [Get Hints]in foggy conditionson surface wateron loose road surfaceson dry tarmacat night on unlit roadsQuestion 17 of 58Question 18 of 58 Loading... 18. Anti-lock brakes may not work as effectively if the road surface is Mark two answers [Get Hints]dryloosewetgoodfirmQuestion 18 of 58Question 19 of 58 Loading... 19. To avoid a collision when entering a contraflow system, you should Mark three answers [Get Hints]reduce speed in good timeswitch lanes at any time to make progresschoose an appropriate lane in good timekeep the correct separation distanceincrease speed to pass through quicklyfollow other motorists closely to avoid long queuesQuestion 19 of 58Question 20 of 58 Loading... 20. Anti-lock brakes will take effect when Mark one answer [Get Hints]you do not brake quickly enoughmaximum brake pressure has been appliedyou have not seen a hazard aheadspeeding on slippery road surfacesQuestion 20 of 58Question 21 of 58 Loading... 21. Anti-lock brakes can greatly assist with Mark one answer [Get Hints]a higher cruising speedsteering control when brakingcontrol when acceleratingmotorway drivingQuestion 21 of 58Question 22 of 58 Loading... 22. You have driven through a flood. What is the first thing you should do? Mark one answer [Get Hints]Stop and check the tyresStop and dry the brakesCheck your exhaustTest your brakesQuestion 22 of 58Question 23 of 58 Loading... 23. You are trying to move off on snow. You should use Mark one answer [Get Hints]the lowest gear you canthe highest gear you cana high engine speed the handbrake and footbrake togetherQuestion 23 of 58Question 24 of 58 Loading... 24. Anti-lock brakes prevent wheels from locking. This means the tyres are less likely to Mark one answer [Get Hints]aquaplaneskidpuncturewearQuestion 24 of 58Question 25 of 58 Loading... 25. Skidding is mainly caused by Mark one answer [Get Hints]the weatherthe driverthe vehiclethe roadQuestion 25 of 58Question 26 of 58 Loading... 26. You are on a long, downhill slope. What should you do to help control the speed of your vehicle? Mark one answer [Get Hints]Select neutralSelect a lower gearGrip the handbrake firmly Apply the parking brake gentlyQuestion 26 of 58Question 27 of 58 Loading... 27. You are driving a vehicle fitted with anti-lock brakes. You need to stop in an emergency. You should apply the footbrake Mark one answer [Get Hints]slowly and gentlyslowly but firmlyrapidly and gentlyrapidly and firmlyQuestion 27 of 58Question 28 of 58 Loading... 28. Anti-lock brakes are most effective when you Mark one answer [Get Hints]keep pumping the foot brake to prevent skiddingbrake normally, but grip the steering wheel tightlybrake promptly and firmly until you have slowed downapply the handbrake to reduce the stopping distanceQuestion 28 of 58Question 29 of 58 Loading... 29. You are travelling at 50 mph on a good, dry road. What is your typical overall stopping distance? Mark one answer [Get Hints]36 metres (118 feet)53 metres (175 feet)75 metres (245 feet)96 metres (315 feet)Question 29 of 58Question 30 of 58 Loading... 30. In good conditions, what is the typical stopping distance at 70 mph? Mark one answer [Get Hints]53 metres (175 feet)60 metres (197 feet)73 metres (240 feet)96 metres (315 feet)Question 30 of 58Question 31 of 58 Loading... 31. The MAIN benefit of having four-wheel drive is to improve Mark one answer [Get Hints]road holdingfuel consumptionstopping distancespassenger comfortQuestion 31 of 58Question 32 of 58 Loading... 32. You are driving along a wet road. How can you tell if your vehicle is aquaplaning? Mark one answer [Get Hints]The engine will stallThe engine noise will increaseThe steering will feel very heavyThe steering will feel very lightQuestion 32 of 58Question 33 of 58 Loading... 33. The roads are icy. You should drive slowly Mark one answer [Get Hints]in the highest gear possiblein the lowest gear possiblewith the handbrake partly onwith your left foot on the brakeQuestion 33 of 58Question 34 of 58 Loading... 34. Vehicles fitted with anti-lock brakes Mark one answer [Get Hints]are impossible to skidcan be steered while you are brakingaccelerate much fasterare not fitted with a handbrakeQuestion 34 of 58Question 35 of 58 Loading... 35. When would an anti-lock braking system start to work? Mark one answer [Get Hints]After the parking brake has been appliedWhenever pressure on the brake pedal is appliedJust as the wheels are about to lockWhen the normal braking system fails to operateQuestion 35 of 58Question 36 of 58 Loading... 36. You are on a fast, open road in good conditions. For safety, the distance between you and the vehicle in front should be Mark one answer [Get Hints]a two-second time gapone car length2 metres (6 feet 6 inches)two car lengthsQuestion 36 of 58Question 37 of 58 Loading... 37. What is the most common cause of skidding? Mark one answer [Get Hints]Worn tyresDriver errorOther vehiclesPedestriansQuestion 37 of 58Question 38 of 58 Loading... 38. You are driving along a wet road. How can you tell if your vehicle’s tyres are losing their grip on the surface? Mark one answer [Get Hints]The engine will stallThe steering will feel very heavyThe engine noise will increaseThe steering will feel very lightQuestion 38 of 58Question 39 of 58 Loading... 39. When driving in fog, which THREE of these are correct? Mark three answers [Get Hints]Use dipped headlightsPosition close to the centre lineAllow more time for your journeyKeep close to the car in frontSlow down Use side lights onlyQuestion 39 of 58Question 40 of 58 Loading... 40. You are driving in a built-up area. You approach a speed hump. You should Mark one answer [Get Hints]move across to the left-hand side of the roadwait for any pedestrians to crossslow your vehicle right downstop and check both pavementsQuestion 40 of 58Question 41 of 58 Loading... 41. You are overtaking a motorcyclist in strong winds? What should you do? Mark one answer [Get Hints]Allow extra roomGive a thank you waveMove back earlySound your hornQuestion 41 of 58Question 42 of 58 Loading... 42. How can you use your vehicle’s engine as a brake? Mark one answer [Get Hints]By changing to a lower gearBy selecting reverse gearBy changing to a higher gearBy selecting neutral gearQuestion 42 of 58Question 43 of 58 Loading... 43. You are driving in freezing conditions. What should you do when approaching a sharp bend? Mark two answers [Get Hints]Slow down before you reach the bendGently apply your handbrakeFirmly use your footbrakeCoast into the bendAvoid sudden steering movementsQuestion 43 of 58Question 44 of 58 Loading... 44. You are following a vehicle at a safe distance on a wet road. Another driver overtakes you and pulls into the gap you have left. What should you do? Mark one answer [Get Hints]Flash your headlights as a warningTry to overtake safely as soon as you canDrop back to regain a safe distanceStay close to the other vehicle until it moves onQuestion 44 of 58Question 45 of 58 Loading... 45. When driving in falling snow you should Mark one answer [Get Hints]brake firmly and quicklybe ready to steer sharply use sidelights only brake gently in plenty of timeQuestion 45 of 58Question 46 of 58 Loading... 46. In very hot weather the road surface can become soft. Which TWO of the following will be most affected? Mark two answers [Get Hints]The suspensionThe grip of the tyresThe brakingThe exhaustQuestion 46 of 58Question 47 of 58 Loading... 47. Anti-lock brakes reduce the chances of a skid occurring particularly when Mark one answer [Get Hints]driving down steep hillsbraking during normal drivingbraking in an emergency driving on good road surfacesQuestion 47 of 58Question 48 of 58 Loading... 48. Driving a vehicle fitted with anti-lock brakes allows you to Mark one answer [Get Hints]brake harder because it is impossible to skiddrive at higher speedssteer and brake at the same timepay less attention to the road aheadQuestion 48 of 58Question 49 of 58 Loading... 49. When approaching a right-hand bend you should keep well to the left. Why is this? Mark one answer [Get Hints]To improve your view of the roadTo overcome the effect of the road’s slopeTo let faster traffic from behind overtakeTo be positioned safely if you skidQuestion 49 of 58Question 50 of 58 Loading... 50. Before starting a journey in freezing weather you should clear ice and snow from your vehicle’s Mark four answers [Get Hints]aerialwindowsbumperlightsmirrorsnumber platesQuestion 50 of 58Question 51 of 58 Loading... 51. How can you tell when you are driving over black ice? Mark one answer [Get Hints]It is easier to brakeThe noise from your tyres sounds louderYou will see tyre tracks on the roadYour steering feels lightQuestion 51 of 58Question 52 of 58 Loading... 52. Your overall stopping distance will be much longer when driving Mark one answer [Get Hints]in the rainin fogat nightin strong windsQuestion 52 of 58Question 53 of 58 Loading... 53. You are driving on an icy road. How can you avoid wheelspin? Mark one answer [Get Hints]Drive at a slow speed in as high a gear as possibleUse the handbrake if the wheels start to slipBrake gently and repeatedly Drive in a low gear at all timesQuestion 53 of 58Question 54 of 58 Loading... 54. Overall stopping distance is made up of thinking and braking distance. You are on a good, dry road surface with good brakes and tyres. What is the typical BRAKING distance from 50 mph? Mark one answer [Get Hints]14 metres (46 feet)24 metres (80 feet)38 metres (125 feet)55 metres (180 feet)Question 54 of 58Question 55 of 58 Loading... 55. Braking distances on ice can be Mark one answer [Get Hints]twice the normal distancefive times the normal distanceseven times the normal distanceten times the normal distanceQuestion 55 of 58Question 56 of 58 Loading... 56. In windy conditions you need to take extra care when Mark one answer [Get Hints]using the brakesmaking a hill startturning into a narrow roadpassing pedal cyclistsQuestion 56 of 58Question 57 of 58 Loading... 57. Freezing conditions will affect the distance it takes you to come to a stop. You should expect stopping distances to increase by up to Mark one answer [Get Hints]two timesthree timesfive timesten timesQuestion 57 of 58Question 58 of 58 Loading... 58. You wish to park facing DOWNHILL. Which TWO of the following should you do? Mark two answers [Get Hints]Turn the steering wheel towards the kerbPark close to the bumper of another carPark with two wheels on the kerbPut the handbrake on firmlyTurn the steering wheel away from the kerbQuestion 58 of 58 Loading... [/private