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- Question 1 of 33
1. Question
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Tyre grip is greatly reduced in icy conditions. For this reason, you need to allow up to ten times the stopping distance you would allow on dry roads.
- Question 2 of 33
2. Question
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Always give cyclists plenty of room when overtaking them. You need to give them even more room when it’s windy. A sudden gust could easily blow them off course and into your path.
- Question 3 of 33
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Keeping to the left as you approach right-hand bends will give you an earlier view around the bend and enable you to see any hazards sooner. It also reduces the risk of collision with an oncoming vehicle that may have drifted over the centre line while taking the bend.
- Question 4 of 33
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Water on the brakes will act as a lubricant, causing them to work less efficiently. Using the brakes lightly as you go along will quickly dry them out.
- Question 5 of 33
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If the road surface becomes very hot, it can soften. Tyres are unable to grip a soft surface as well as they can a firm dry one. Take care when cornering and braking.
- Question 6 of 33
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In windy conditions, care must be taken on exposed roads. A strong gust of wind can blow you off course. Watch out for other road users who are particularly likely to be affected, such as cyclists, motorcyclists, high-sided lorries, and vehicles towing trailers.
- Question 7 of 33
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Wet weather will affect the time it takes for you to stop and can affect your control. Your speed should allow you to stop safely and in good time. If another vehicle pulls into the gap you’ve allowed, ease back until you’ve regained your stopping distance.
- Question 8 of 33
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On busy roads, traffic may still travel at high speeds. Don’t follow the vehicle in front too closely. If a driver behind seems to be ‘pushing’ you, gradually increase your distance from the vehicle in front by slowing down gently. This will give you more space in front if you have to brake, and will reduce the risk of a collision involving several vehicles.
- Question 9 of 33
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When it’s foggy, use your headlights on a dipped beam. This will help you see and be seen by other road users. If visibility is seriously reduced, consider using front and rear fog lights if you have them. Keep to a sensible speed and don’t follow the vehicle in front too closely. If the road is wet and slippery, you’ll need to allow twice the normal stopping distance.
- Question 10 of 33
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In a contraflow system, you’ll be traveling close to oncoming traffic and sometimes in narrow lanes. You should get into the correct lane in good time, obey any temporary speed-limit signs and keep a safe separation distance from the vehicle ahead.
- Question 11 of 33
11. Question
How can you avoid wheelspin when you’re driving on an icy road?
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If you’re travelling on an icy road, extra caution will be required to avoid loss of control. Keeping your speed down and using the highest gear possible will reduce the risk of the tyres losing their grip on this slippery surface.
- Question 12 of 33
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What’s the main cause of skidding?
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Skidding is usually caused by driver error. You should always adjust your driving to take account of the road and weather conditions.
- Question 13 of 33
13. Question
You’re driving in freezing conditions. What should you do as you approach a sharp bend?
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Harsh use of the accelerator, brakes or steering is likely to lead to skidding, especially on slippery surfaces. Avoid steering and braking at the same time. In icy conditions, it’s very important that you constantly assess what’s ahead so that you can take appropriate action in plenty of time.
- Question 14 of 33
14. Question
You’re about to start a journey in freezing weather. What part of your vehicle should you clear of ice and snow?
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Driving in bad weather increases your risk of having a collision. If you absolutely have to travel, clear your lights, mirrors, number plates and windows of any snow or ice, so that you can see and be seen.
- Question 15 of 33
15. Question
What will help you to move off on a snowy surface?
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If you attempt to move off in a low gear, there’ll be more torque (turning force) at the driven wheels than if you use a higher gear. More torque makes it easier for the tyres to lose grip and so spin the wheels.
- Question 16 of 33
16. Question
What should you do when you’re driving in snowy conditions?
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In snowy conditions, be careful with the steering, accelerator and brakes. Braking sharply while you’re driving on snow is likely to make your car skid.
- Question 17 of 33
17. Question
What’s the main benefit of driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle?
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By driving all four wheels, the vehicle has maximum grip on the road. This grip is especially helpful when travelling on slippery or uneven surfaces. However, having four-wheel drive doesn’t replace the skills you need to drive safely.
- Question 18 of 33
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You’re about to go down a steep hill. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?
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When driving down a steep hill, gravity will cause your vehicle to speed up. This will make it more difficult for you to stop. To help keep your vehicle’s speed under control, select a lower gear to give you more engine braking and make careful use of the brakes.
- Question 19 of 33
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What should you do when you park a car facing downhill?
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Turning the wheels towards the kerb will allow them to act as a chock, preventing any forward movement of the vehicle. It will also help to leave your car in gear, or select ‘Park’ if you have an automatic.
- Question 20 of 33
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You’re driving in a built-up area that has traffic-calming measures. What should you do when you approach a road hump?
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Many towns have road humps as part of traffic-calming measures, designed to slow down traffic. Reduce your speed when driving over them. If you go too fast, you could lose control or damage your car. Look out for pedestrians or cyclists while you’re driving in these areas.
- Question 21 of 33
21. Question
On what type of road surface may anti-lock brakes be ineffective?
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Poor contact with the road surface could cause one or more of the tyres to lose grip on the road. This is more likely to happen when braking in poor weather conditions and when the road has a loose, slippery or uneven surface.
- Question 22 of 33
22. Question
You’re driving a vehicle that has anti-lock brakes. How should you apply the footbrake when you need to stop in an emergency?
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You may have to stop in an emergency due to a misjudgement by another driver or a hazard arising suddenly, such as a child running out into the road. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, you should apply the brakes immediately and keep them firmly applied until you stop.
- Question 23 of 33
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You’re driving along a country road. You see this sign. What should you do after dealing safely with the hazard?
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If your brakes have been thoroughly soaked, you should check that they’re working properly before you build up speed again. Before you do this, remember to check your mirrors and consider what’s behind you.
- Question 24 of 33
24. Question
What would suggest you’re driving on an icy road?
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25. Question
You’re driving along a wet road. How can you tell if your vehicle’s tyres are losing their grip on the surface?
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If you drive at speed in very wet conditions, your steering may suddenly feel lighter than usual. This means that the tyres have lifted off the surface of the road and are floating on the surface of the water. This is known as aquaplaning. Reduce speed but don’t brake until your steering returns to normal.
- Question 26 of 33
26. Question
In which conditions will your overall stopping distance increase?
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Extra care should be taken in wet weather. On wet roads, your stopping distance could be double that in dry conditions.
- Question 27 of 33
27. Question
You’re driving on an open road in dry weather. What distance should you keep from the vehicle in front?
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One way of checking there’s a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front is to use the two-second rule. To check for a two-second time gap, choose a stationary object ahead, such as a bridge or road sign. When the car in front passes the object, say ‘Only a fool breaks the two-second rule’. If you reach the object before you finish saying the phrase, you’re too close and need to increase the gap.
- Question 28 of 33
28. Question
How can you use your vehicle’s engine as a brake?
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When driving on downhill stretches of road, selecting a lower gear gives increased engine braking. This will prevent excessive use of the brakes, which become less effective if they overheat.
- Question 29 of 33
29. Question
How should you use anti-lock brakes when you need to stop in an emergency?
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If you have ABS and need to stop in an emergency, keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal until the vehicle has stopped. When the ABS operates, you may hear a grating sound and feel vibration through the brake pedal. This is normal and you should maintain pressure on the brake pedal until the vehicle stops.
- Question 30 of 33
30. Question
What lights should you use when you’re driving on a wet motorway and vehicles are throwing up surface spray?
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When surface spray reduces visibility, switch on your headlights on dipped beam. This will help other road users to see you.
- Question 31 of 33
31. Question
What can result when you travel for long distances in neutral (known as coasting)?
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Coasting is the term used when the clutch is held down, or the gear lever is in neutral, and the vehicle is allowed to freewheel. This reduces the driver’s control of the vehicle. When you coast, the engine can’t drive the wheels to stabilise you through a corner, or give the assistance of engine braking to help slow the car.
- Question 32 of 33
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What should you do before starting a journey in foggy weather?
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Don’t venture out if your journey isn’t necessary. If you have to travel and someone is expecting you at the other end, let them know that you’ll be taking longer than usual for your journey. This will stop them worrying if you don’t turn up on time and will also take the pressure off you, so you don’t feel you have to rush.
- Question 33 of 33
33. Question
What should you do when you’re overtaking a motorcyclist on a windy day?
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In strong winds, riders of two-wheeled vehicles are particularly vulnerable. When you overtake them, allow plenty of room. Check to the left as you pass to make sure they’re safe.