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- Question 1 of 55
1. Question
You’re joining a motorway from a slip road. How should you deal with traffic already on the motorway?
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You should give way to traffic already on the motorway. Where possible, traffic may move over to let you in, but don’t force your way into the traffic stream. Traffic could be travelling at high speed, so try to match your speed to filter in without affecting the traffic flow.
- Question 2 of 55
2. Question
What’s the national speed limit on motorways for cars and motorcycles?
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Travelling at the national speed limit doesn’t allow you to hog the right-hand lane. Always use the left-hand lane whenever possible. When leaving a motorway, get into the left-hand lane well before your exit. Reduce your speed on the slip road and look out for sharp bends or curves and traffic queuing at roundabouts.
- Question 3 of 55
3. Question
Which vehicles should use the left-hand lane on a three-lane motorway?
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On a motorway, all traffic should use the left-hand lane unless overtaking. When overtaking a number of slower vehicles, move back to the left-hand lane when you’re safely past. Check your mirrors frequently and don’t stay in the middle or right-hand lane if the left-hand lane is free.
- Question 4 of 55
4. Question
Which vehicles aren’t allowed to use the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway?
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On the motorway, any vehicle towing a trailer is restricted to 60 mph. It isn’t allowed in the right-hand lane, as it might hold up faster-moving traffic that wishes to overtake in that lane.
- Question 5 of 55
5. Question
Your vehicle breaks down on a motorway and you need to call for help. Why might it be better to use an emergency roadside telephone rather than a mobile phone?
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On a motorway, it’s best to use a roadside emergency telephone so that the emergency services are able to find you easily. The location of the nearest telephone is shown by an arrow on marker posts at the edge of the hard shoulder. If you use a mobile, find out the number on the nearest marker post before you call. This number will let the operator know where you are and in which direction you’re travelling.
- Question 6 of 55
6. Question
Your vehicle broke down on the hard shoulder of a motorway, but has now been repaired. How should you rejoin the main carriageway?
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Signal your intention and build up sufficient speed on the hard shoulder so that you can filter into a safe gap in the traffic. Don’t push your way into a small gap or cause other traffic to alter speed or direction.
- Question 7 of 55
7. Question
You’re travelling along a motorway. Where would you find a crawler or climbing lane?
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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.
- Question 8 of 55
8. Question
What do these motorway signs mean?
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The exit from a motorway is indicated by countdown markers. These are positioned 90 metres (100 yards) apart, the first being 270 metres (300 yards) from the start of the slip road. Move into the left-hand lane well before you reach the start of the slip road.
- Question 9 of 55
9. Question
Where are amber reflective studs found on a motorway?
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On motorways, reflective studs of various colours are fixed in the road between the lanes. These help you to identify which lane you’re in when it’s dark or in poor visibility. Amber-coloured studs are found on the right-
hand edge of the main carriageway, next to the central reservation.
- Question 10 of 55
10. Question
What colour are the reflective studs between the lanes on a motorway?
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White studs are found between the lanes on motorways. They reflect back the light from your headlights. This is especially useful in bad weather, when visibility is restricted.
- Question 11 of 55
11. Question
What colour are the reflective studs between a motorway and a slip road?
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12. Question
Your vehicle has broken down on a motorway. In which direction should you walk to find the nearest emergency telephone?
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Along the hard shoulder there are marker posts at 100- metre intervals. These will direct you to the nearest emergency telephone.
- Question 13 of 55
13. Question
Why is it important to make full use of the slip road as you join a motorway?
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Try to join the motorway without affecting the progress of the traffic in the left-hand lane and always give way to traffic already on the motorway. At busy times, you may have to slow down to merge into slow-moving traffic.
- Question 14 of 55
14. Question
How should you position yourself when you use the emergency telephone on a motorway?
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Traffic is passing you at speed. If the draught from a large lorry catches you by surprise, it could blow you off balance and even onto the carriageway. By facing the oncoming traffic, you can see approaching lorries and so be prepared for their draught. You’ll also be in a position to see any other hazards approaching.
- Question 15 of 55
15. Question
What colour are the reflective studs between the hard shoulder and the left-hand lane of a motorway?
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Red studs are placed between the edge of the carriageway and the hard shoulder. Where slip roads leave or join the motorway, the studs are green.
- Question 16 of 55
16. Question
On a three-lane motorway, which lane should you use if there’s no traffic ahead?
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On a three-lane motorway, you should travel in the left-hand lane unless you’re overtaking. This applies regardless of the speed at which you’re travelling.
- Question 17 of 55
17. Question
What should you do when going through a contraflow system on a motorway?
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At roadworks, and especially where a contraflow system is operating, a speed restriction is likely to be in place. Keep to the lower speed limit and don’t
• switch lanes• get too close to the vehicle in front of you.
Be aware that there will be no permanent barrier between you and the oncoming traffic. - Question 18 of 55
18. Question
You’re on a three-lane motorway. Which lane are you in if there are red reflective studs on your left and white ones to your right?
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The colours of the reflective studs on the motorway and their locations are
• red – between the hard shoulder and the carriageway• white – between lanes
• amber – between the carriageway and the central reservation
• green – along slip-road exits and entrances
• bright green/yellow – at roadworks and contraflow systems.
- Question 19 of 55
19. Question
What should you do when you’re approaching roadworks on a motorway?
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Be aware of reduced speed limits at roadworks. Speed limits shown inside a red circle are mandatory and cameras are often used to enforce the reduced limit. Slow down in good time and keep your distance from the vehicle in front.
- Question 20 of 55
20. Question
Which vehicles are prohibited from using the motorway?
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Motorways mustn’t be used by pedestrians, cyclists, motorcycles under 50 cc, certain slow-moving vehicles without permission, and powered wheelchairs/mobility scooters.
- Question 21 of 55
21. Question
What should you do while you’re driving or riding along a motorway?
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Traffic on motorways usually travels faster than on other roads. You need to be looking further ahead to give yourself more time to react to any hazard that may develop.
- Question 22 of 55
22. Question
What should you do immediately after joining a motorway?
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When you’ve just joined a motorway, stay in the left- hand lane long enough to get used to the higher speeds of motorway traffic before considering overtaking.
- Question 23 of 55
23. Question
When would you use the right-hand lane on a three-lane motorway?
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The right-hand lane of the motorway is for overtaking. Sometimes you may be directed into a right-hand lane as a result of roadworks or a traffic incident. This will be indicated by signs or officers directing the traffic.
- Question 24 of 55
24. Question
You’re on a motorway that isn’t subject to smart motorway regulations. When should you use the hard shoulder?
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Don’t use the hard shoulder for stopping unless it’s an emergency. If you want to stop for any other reason, go to the next exit or service area.
- Question 25 of 55
25. Question
You’re in the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway. What do these overhead signs mean?
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You must obey these signs even if there appear to be no problems ahead. There could be queuing traffic or another hazard that you can’t see yet.
- Question 26 of 55
26. Question
When are you allowed to stop on a motorway?
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27. Question
You’re travelling in the left-hand lane of a three-lane motorway. How should you react to traffic joining from a slip road?
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Plan well ahead when approaching a slip road. If you see traffic joining the motorway, be prepared to adjust your speed or move to another lane if it’s safe to do so. This can help the flow of traffic joining the motorway, especially at peak times.
- Question 28 of 55
28. Question
How should you use the lanes on a motorway?
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You should normally travel in the left-hand lane unless you’re overtaking a slower-moving vehicle. When you’ve finished overtaking, move back into the left-hand lane, but don’t cut across in front of the vehicle that you’ve overtaken.
- Question 29 of 55
29. Question
You’re travelling along a motorway. When are you allowed to overtake on the left?
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Never overtake on the left, unless the traffic is moving in queues and the queue on your right is moving more slowly than the one you’re in.
- Question 30 of 55
30. Question
When would you use an emergency refuge area on a smart motorway?
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On smart motorways, emergency refuge areas are built at the side of the hard shoulder. If you break down, try to get your vehicle into the refuge, where there’s an emergency telephone. The phone connects directly to a control centre. Remember to take care when rejoining the motorway, especially if the hard shoulder is being used as a running lane.
- Question 31 of 55
31. Question
Traffic officers operate on motorways and some primary routes in England and Wales. What are they authorised to do?
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Traffic officers don’t have enforcement powers but are able to stop and direct people on motorways and some ‘A’ class roads. They operate in England and Wales and work in partnership with the police at incidents, providing a highly trained and visible service. They’re recognised by an orange-and-yellow jacket and their vehicle has yellow-and-black markings.
- Question 32 of 55
32. Question
You’re on a smart motorway. What does it mean when a red cross is displayed above the hard shoulder?
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Some motorways have been redesigned as smart motorways. At certain times, the hard shoulder will be open as a running lane. However, a red cross above the hard shoulder shows that it isn’t open as a running lane and should only be used for emergencies and breakdowns.
- Question 33 of 55
33. Question
You’re on a smart motorway. What does it mean when a mandatory speed limit is displayed above the hard shoulder?
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A mandatory speed-limit sign above the hard shoulder shows that this part of the road can be used as a running lane between junctions. You must stay within the speed limit. Look out for vehicles that may have broken down and could be blocking the hard shoulder.
- Question 34 of 55
34. Question
How do smart motorways prevent traffic bunching?
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When a smart motorway is operating, you must follow the mandatory signs on the gantries above each lane, including the hard shoulder. Variable speed limits help keep the traffic moving and also help to prevent bunching.
- Question 35 of 55
35. Question
What helps to reduce traffic bunching on a motorway?
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Congestion can be reduced by keeping traffic at a constant speed. At busy times, maximum speed limits are displayed on overhead gantries. These can be varied quickly, depending on the amount of traffic. By keeping to a constant speed on busy sections of motorway, overall journey times are normally improved.
- Question 36 of 55
36. Question
When may you stop on a motorway?
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You shouldn’t normally stop on a motorway, but there may be occasions when you need to do so. If your vehicle breaks down or there’s an emergency, stop on the hard shoulder and use the emergency telephones to call for assistance.
- Question 37 of 55
37. Question
What’s the national speed limit for a car or motorcycle on a motorway?
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The national speed limit for a car or motorcycle on a motorway is 70 mph. Lower speed limits may be in force; for example, at roadworks. Variable speed limits also operate in some areas when the motorway is very busy. Cars or motorcycles towing trailers are subject to a lower speed limit.
- Question 38 of 55
38. Question
You stop on the hard shoulder of a motorway and use the emergency telephone. Where’s the best place to wait for help to arrive?
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When you’re on the hard shoulder, you’re at risk of being injured by motorway traffic. The safest place to wait is away from the carriageway, but near enough to see the emergency services arriving.
- Question 39 of 55
39. Question
You’re on a motorway. What must you do if there’s a red cross showing above every lane?
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A red cross signal above all lanes means you must stop and wait. Don’t change lanes and don’t try to continue any further along the motorway.
- Question 40 of 55
40. Question
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?
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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.
- Question 41 of 55
41. Question
On a smart motorway, what does this sign mean?
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You must obey mandatory speed-limit signs above motorway lanes, including the hard shoulder. In this case, you can use the hard shoulder as a running lane but you should look for any vehicles that may have broken down and may be blocking the hard shoulder.
- Question 42 of 55
42. Question
Where should you stop to rest if you feel tired while you’re travelling along a motorway?
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If you feel tired, stop at the nearest service area. If that’s too far away, leave the motorway at the next exit and find a safe place to stop. You mustn’t stop on the carriageway or hard shoulder of a motorway except in an emergency, when in a traffic queue, or when signalled to do so by a police officer, a traffic officer or traffic signals. Plan your journey so that you have regular rest stops.
- Question 43 of 55
43. Question
What’s the speed limit for a car towing a trailer on a motorway?
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If you’re towing a small, light trailer, it won’t reduce your vehicle’s performance by very much and it may not be visible in your mirrors. However, strong winds or buffeting from large vehicles might cause the trailer to snake from side to side. Be aware of your speed and don’t exceed the reduced speed limit imposed on vehicles towing trailers.
- Question 44 of 55
44. Question
When should you use the left-hand lane of a motorway?
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You should drive in the left-hand lane whenever possible. Only use the other lanes for overtaking or when directed to do so by signals. Using other lanes when the left-hand lane is empty can frustrate drivers behind you.
- Question 45 of 55
45. Question
You’re driving on a motorway and have to slow down suddenly due to a hazard ahead. How can you warn drivers behind of the hazard?
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Using your hazard warning lights, as well as your brake lights, will give the traffic behind an extra warning of the problem ahead. Only use them for long enough for your warning to be seen.
- Question 46 of 55
46. Question
Your car gets a puncture while you’re driving on the motorway. What should you do when you’ve stopped on the hard shoulder?
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Park as far to the left as you can and leave the vehicle by the nearside door. Don’t attempt even simple repairs. Instead, walk to an emergency telephone on your side of the road and phone for help. While waiting for help to arrive, stay by your car, keeping well away from the carriageway and hard shoulder.
- Question 47 of 55
47. Question
What should you do if you’re driving on a motorway and you miss the exit that you wanted to take?
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It’s illegal to reverse, cross the central reservation or drive against the traffic flow on a motorway. If you miss your exit, carry on until you reach the next one. Ask yourself why you missed your exit – if you think that your concentration is fading, take a break before continuing your journey.
- Question 48 of 55
48. Question
Your vehicle has broken down on a motorway. What should you do if you aren’t able to get onto the hard shoulder?
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If you can’t get your vehicle onto the hard shoulder, use your hazard warning lights to warn others. Leave your vehicle only when you can safely get clear of the carriageway. Don’t try to repair the vehicle or attempt to place any warning device on the carriageway.
- Question 49 of 55
49. Question
You’re driving on a motorway. What does it mean if the car in front shows its hazard warning lights for a short time?
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If the vehicle in front shows its hazard warning lights, there may be an incident, stopped traffic or queuing traffic ahead. By keeping a safe distance from the vehicle in front, you’re able to look beyond it and see any hazards well ahead.
- Question 50 of 55
50. Question
Why is it particularly important to check your vehicle before making a long motorway journey?
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Before you start your journey, make sure that your vehicle can cope with the demands of high-speed driving. You should check a number of things; the main ones being fuel, oil, water and tyres. You also need to plan rest stops if you’re making a long journey.
- Question 51 of 55
51. Question
You’re driving on the motorway. Which lane should you get into well before you reach your exit?
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You’ll see the first advance direction sign one mile from a motorway exit. If you’re travelling at 60 mph in the right-hand lane, you’ll only have about 50 seconds before you reach the countdown markers. There’ll be another sign at the half-mile point. Don’t cut across lanes of traffic at the last moment – move to the left-
hand lane in good time.
- Question 52 of 55
52. Question
What restrictions apply to people who have a provisional driving licence?
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You won’t be able to drive unaccompanied until you’ve passed your practical driving test. If you haven’t driven on the motorway while you were learning, ask your instructor to take you for a lesson on the motorway when you’ve passed your test. Alternatively, you could take part in the Pass Plus scheme. This has been created for new drivers and includes motorway driving. Ask your instructor for details.
- Question 53 of 55
53. Question
Your vehicle breaks down on a motorway and you manage to stop on the hard shoulder. What should you do if you use your mobile phone to call for help?
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You should use an emergency telephone when you break down on the motorway; only use your mobile if this isn’t possible. The emergency services need to know your exact location so they can reach you as quickly as possible. Look for a number on the nearest marker post beside the hard shoulder. Give this number when you call the emergency services.
- Question 54 of 55
54. Question
You’re towing a trailer along a three-lane motorway. When may you use the right-hand lane?
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If you’re towing a caravan or trailer, you mustn’t use the right-hand lane of a motorway with three or more lanes except in certain specified circumstances, such as when lanes are closed.
- Question 55 of 55
55. Question
What would you expect to find at a contraflow system on a motorway?
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When approaching a contraflow system, reduce speed in good time and obey all speed limits. You may be travelling in a narrower lane than normal, with no permanent barrier between you and the oncoming traffic. Be aware that the hard shoulder may be used for traffic and the road ahead could be obstructed by slow-moving or broken-down vehicles.