Signs, Signals and Controls ADI Test by theorytestuk.co.uk | Aug 17, 2023 | 0 comments Welcome to your Signs, Signals and Controls ADI Test 1. What will improve your vehicle's fuel consumption? Making short journeys with a cold engine Planning well ahead Late and harsh braking Driving in lower gears 2. What's the purpose of these road humps? To prevent buses from using these roads To test vehicle suspension units To calibrate satellite navigation systems To slow traffic 3. You're driving in the left-hand lane of a three-lane dual carriageway. As you approach a junction, you see this sign on a gantry. What should you do if you wish to go straight ahead? Continue in the left-hand lane, as all three lanes carry on through the junction Move across to the middle lane, as the left-hand lane leaves at the junction Move across to the right-hand lane, as this is the only one that goes ahead at the junction Straddle both the left-hand and middle lanes, as you're not sure which lane to use 4. Head restraints should be adjusted correctly. What injuries do they protect you from? Arm and leg injuries Abdominal injuries Neck and spine injuries Hip injuries 5. You're driving on a motorway. What should you do if there's a red cross with flashing red lights on the gantry above your lane? Move to another lane and stop Leave the motorway at the next exit Don't go beyond the signal in that lane Slow down to 50 mph 6. When would you inflate your tyres above the recommended normal pressure? When the roads are slippery When you'll be driving in cold weather When the tyre tread is worn below 2 mm When you'll be driving fast for a long distance 7. You're driving in the right-hand lane on a three-lane motorway. What should you do when you see this sign? Move to the left-hand lane Leave the motorway at the next exit Move to the middle lane Stop 8. What does a differential do when a car is cornering? It allows the driven wheels to turn at the same speed It allows the outer driven wheel to turn more slowly than the inner wheel It allows the inner driven wheel to turn more slowly than the outer wheel It allows the driven wheels to rotate in opposite directions 9. You're driving down a steep hill. Why could keeping the clutch down or selecting neutral for too long be dangerous? Your power steering will fail Your vehicle will pick up speed Your engine will be damaged Your front tyres will wear very quickly 10. What will a heavy load on your roof rack cause? Improved road-holding Reduction in stopping distance Lighter steering Reduction in stability 11. What's the most likely cause when the brake pedal feels spongy? Incorrectly adjusted pedal linkages Worn brake pads Air in the hydraulic system Worn discs 12. You're giving a driving lesson in an unfamiliar town. What should you tell your pupil if you see this sign? Drive on; it doesn't apply to you Follow the park-and-ride signs Give way only to trams from the right Don't drive past this traffic sign 13. What does your vehicle's catalytic converter reduce? How long it takes for the engine to warm up Damage to the engine caused by using dirty fuel Harmful compounds in the exhaust emissions How much noise the engine produces 14. You're driving a car that's skidding, with the rear wheels sliding to the left. What's likely to happen if you oversteer to the left? You'll increase the skid to the left You'll improve your control over the vehicle You'll cause a skid in the opposite direction You'll stop the car quickly 15. How can you modify your driving to help the environment? Look and plan further ahead Accelerate briskly through the gears Use your car mainly for short journeys Brake later than normal but without skidding 16. A police car is following you. What should you do if the police officer flashes the headlights and points to the left? Turn at the next left Stop on the left Continue your journey Move over to the left 17. Why are yellow lines painted across the road on the approach to some roundabouts? They show a 'no overtaking' area To warn you to choose the correct lane To make you aware of your speed They warn of a change in speed limit 18. How can you avoid wheelspin when you're driving on an icy road? Drive at a slow speed, in as high a gear as possible Use the parking brake if the wheels start to slip Brake gently and repeatedly Drive in a low gear at all times 19. What does the white line along the edge of the road mean? It shows the edge of the carriageway It shows the approach to a hazard It means no parking It means no overtaking 20. Where would you see a contraflow bus and cycle lane? On a dual carriageway On a roundabout On an urban motorway On a one-way street 21. How can you tell when you're driving on black ice? It's easier to brake The noise from your tyres sounds louder You see black ice on the road Your steering feels light 22. You're driving towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if you see a person in a wheelchair waiting to cross? Continue on your way Wave to the person to cross Wave to the person to wait Be prepared to stop 23. When are you advised to increase your tyre pressures so that they're higher than normal? When you'll be filling the fuel tank When you'll be driving on very rough roads When you'll be driving in cold or wet weather When you'll be driving at high speeds over long distances 24. Where are amber reflective road studs used? Across the entrance to a service area Across the road at a pedestrian crossing Along the edge of an escape lane on a steep downhill gradient Along the central reservation on a motorway or dual carriageway 25. You're parking on the left, facing downhill. You apply the parking brake firmly. What further safety precautions should you take? Turn your wheels to the left and select reverse gear Turn your wheels to the right and select reverse gear Keep your wheels straight and select fifth gear Keep your wheels straight and select neutral 26. What happens in a controlled zone? Cyclists have priority over motor vehicles Waiting restrictions are normally indicated by yellow time plates Speed is controlled by traffic-calming measures Waiting restrictions are normally indicated by yellow lines only 27. Which light won't show to a driver at a puffin crossing? Flashing amber Red Steady amber Green 28. What should you do when you approach a bus signalling to move away from a bus stop? Get past before it moves Allow it to move off, if it's safe to do so Flash your headlights as you approach Signal left and wave the bus on 29. The traffic light ahead is showing an amber light. Which colour light(s) will it show next? Red alone Red and amber together Green and amber together Green alone 30. Can you park on the zigzag lines of a zebra crossing when there are no other parking spaces to be found? No, unless you stay with your car Yes, in order to drop off a passenger Yes, if you don't block people from crossing No, not under any circumstances 31. Another driver flashes their headlights at you. How should you interpret this signal? There's a radar speed trap ahead They're giving way to you They're warning you of their presence There's something wrong with your vehicle 32. 252. You're driving a car fitted with automatic transmission. What should you do when you approach a very steep downhill gradient? Remain in 'D' (Drive) and keep the speed in check with the footbrake Slow down and use the gear selector to hold the car in a low gear Slow down, so that the automatic transmission changes down to a lower gear Use 'kick-down' to change the vehicle into a lower gear 33. 256. You're approaching traffic lights. What does the amber light on its own mean? Prepare to go Go if the way is clear Go if no pedestrians are crossing Stop at the stop line 34. 261. What will increase your vehicle's fuel consumption? Under-inflated tyres Using tyres of different makes Over-inflated tyres Using tyres that are new or hardly used 35. Which traffic-light signal will follow a red light? Red and amber Green Amber Amber and green 36. You've driven through a ford. What should you do when you're out of the water? Check your tyre pressures Switch on your headlights Accelerate quickly Test your brakes 37. How does a puffin crossing operate? A sensor holds the lights on amber for traffic while pedestrians are still crossing A sensor holds the lights on red for traffic while pedestrians are still crossing A sensor holds the lights on flashing amber for traffic while pedestrians are still crossing A sensor holds the lights on green for traffic while pedestrians are still crossing 38. You're driving a car fitted with automatic transmission. Why would you use kick-down? To engage cruise control To improve acceleration To stop in an emergency To reduce fuel consumption 39. What's the national speed limit for a car on a single carriageway? 40 mph 50 mph 60 mph 70 mph 40. How would you recognise signs giving orders? They're rectangular They're triangular They're square They're circular 41. What does it mean when the amber light is flashing at a pelican crossing? You must give way to pedestrians waiting to cross You must stop and wait for the green light You must give way to pedestrians on the crossing You must wait for the amber light to stop flashing 42. Diamond-shaped signs give instructions to drivers of which vehicles? Trams Buses Lorries Taxis 43. 264. Why are vehicle mirrors often slightly convex? To give a wider field of vision To totally cover blind spots To make it easier to judge the speed of traffic behind To make traffic behind look bigger 44. You're driving a car that has manual transmission. What should you do if you have to drive through shallow flood water? Drive slowly, in as high a gear as possible, slipping the clutch if necessary Drive slowly, in first gear and with a high engine speed, slipping the clutch if necessary Drive as quickly as possible, in a low gear, without slipping the clutch Drive as quickly as possible, in a high gear, slipping the clutch if necessary 45. You're approaching traffic lights. What should you do if the red and amber lights are showing together? Drive past the lights if the road is clear Take care: there's a fault with the lights Wait for the green light and only drive on if the road is clear Stop, because the lights are about to change to red 46. What type of emergency vehicle is fitted with a green flashing beacon? Fire engine Road gritter Ambulance Doctor's car 47. What will a heavy load on your roof rack cause? Improved road-holding Reduction in stopping distance Lighter steering Reduction in stability 48. 249. 49. What do these lines along the centre of the road mean? There's a hazard ahead They're lane markings No stopping on the carriageway No overtaking 50. What should you do when you're being followed by an ambulance showing a flashing blue beacon? Move over as soon as it's safe to do so Accelerate hard to get away from it Maintain your speed and course Brake harshly and immediately stop in the road 51. You're waiting at a railway level crossing. What should you do if the red lights keep flashing after a train has passed? Phone the signal operator Alert drivers behind you Continue to wait Proceed with caution 52. When may you use hazard warning lights while you're driving? When you slow down suddenly on a motorway When you slow down at a pedestrian crossing When your direction indicators aren't working properly When you need to warn oncoming traffic that you intend to stop 53. Anti-lock brakes prevent the vehicle's wheels from locking under heavy braking. What will this help to reduce? Aquaplaning Skidding Understeering Oversteering 54. Who should obey diamond-shaped signs? Pedestrians Car drivers Tram drivers Cyclists 55. Signals are normally given by direction indicators and brake lights. What should drivers do before giving a signal? Check the mirrors Slow down Change gear Look all around 56. You're at a pelican crossing. What does the flashing amber light mean? Stop and wait for the green light Stop and wait for the red light Give way to pedestrians waiting to cross Give way to pedestrians on the crossing 57. 259. If you saw this sign, what would you tell your pupil? Overtaking isn't recommended, but it isn't prohibited Overtaking is prohibited until you see a sign cancelling the restriction There's adequate visibility to overtake safely All traffic ahead is travelling in the same direction 58. Apart from routine maintenance, when should you check your engine's oil level? Before a long journey When the engine is hot Early in the morning Before carrying a passenger 59. What’s the minimum depth of tread on the tyres of a trailer? 1 mm 1.6 mm 2 mm 2.2 mm 60. 250. You want to turn right at a box junction. What should you do if there's oncoming traffic? Wait in the box junction if your exit road is clear Wait before the junction until it's clear of all traffic Drive on, because you can't turn right at a box junction Drive into the box junction when signalled by oncoming traffic 61. When can car drivers use a bus lane identified by this sign? During the hours of daylight When it's clear of buses At no time When other cars are using it 62. You see a vehicle with a flashing amber beacon ahead. What warning does this give you? The vehicle is slow-moving The vehicle is carrying flammable goods The vehicle is a doctor's car The vehicle is a fire engine 63. What advice should you give to someone who intends to drive a left-hand-drive vehicle in the UK? Make full use of the mirrors Give signals earlier Keep well to the left of your lane Use hand signals when turning 64. How can you identify motorway signs? They have white letters and figures on a blue background They have black letters and figures on a white background They have white letters and figures on a green background They have white letters and figures on a brown background 65. Driving in neutral or with the clutch down for long periods is known as 'coasting'. If you do this on a steep downhill gradient, there will be no engine braking to help check your speed. Incorrectly adjusted pedal linkages Worn brake pads Air in the hydraulic system Worn discs 66. If you saw this sign, what would you tell your pupil? Overtaking isn't recommended, but it isn't prohibited Overtaking is prohibited until you see a sign cancelling the restriction There's adequate visibility to overtake safely All traffic ahead is travelling in the same direction 67. Why would you fit chains to your wheels? To prevent damage to the road surface To prevent wear to the tyres To prevent skidding in deep snow To prevent the brakes from locking 68. On a motorway, where would you see green reflective studs? Separating driving lanes Between the hard shoulder and the carriageway At slip-road entrances and exits Between the carriageway and the central reservation 69. What liquid should you use to top up your battery? Battery acid Distilled water Tap water Diluted anti-freeze 70. What's most likely to cause a crash, if it's allowed to get too low? Anti-freeze level Brake-fluid level Battery electrolyte level Radiator coolant level 71. 265. Why could keeping the clutch down or selecting neutral for long periods of time be dangerous? Fuel spillage will occur Engine damage may be caused You'll have less steering and braking control The tyres will wear out more quickly 72. At which type of crossing are cyclists and pedestrians allowed to cross together? Toucan Puffin Pelican Zebra 73. You're giving a lesson in a car fitted with automatic transmission. What should you tell the pupil to do whenever the vehicle is stationary? Keep their foot firmly on the accelerator Put the gear selector in the 'D' position Apply the parking brake fully Put the gear selector in the 'R' position 74. Apart from routine maintenance, when should you check your engine's oil level? Before a long journey When the engine is hot Early in the morning Before carrying a passenger 75. 253. You're approaching this sign. Which sign are you likely to have just passed? A. B. C. D. 76. You're driving a car that has manual transmission. What should you do if you have to drive through shallow flood water? Drive slowly, in as high a gear as possible, slipping the clutch if necessary Drive slowly, in first gear and with a high engine speed, slipping the clutch if necessary Drive as quickly as possible, in a low gear, without slipping the clutch Drive as quickly as possible, in a high gear, slipping the clutch if necessary 77. While you're driving, what will happen if you hold the clutch pedal down or roll in neutral for too long? You'll increase the amount of fuel the vehicle uses You'll cause the engine to overheat You'll reduce your control over the vehicle You'll wear out the tyres more quickly 78. What should you do if you have to stop your vehicle in an emergency? Apply the parking brake and footbrake together Keep both hands on the wheel Select reverse gear Give an arm signal 79. You're about to reverse into a side road. What should you do if you see a pedestrian who wants to cross behind your car? Wave to the pedestrian to stop Reverse before the pedestrian starts to cross Wave to the pedestrian to cross Give way to the pedestrian 80. Which colour light shows before the flashing amber signal at a pelican crossing? Red Green Steady amber Red and amber together 81. Which type of vehicle is allowed to pass this sign? Small lorry Minibus Pedal cycle Private taxi 82. What's the purpose of a catalytic converter? To reduce fuel consumption To reduce the risk of fire To reduce toxic exhaust gases To reduce engine wear 83. You're in the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway. What should you do when you see this sign? Move into a lane on your left in good time Move into a lane on your left immediately Wait to see which lane is moving faster Keep in the right-hand lane for as long as you can 84. You're about to drive down a steep hill. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle? Select a high gear and pump the footbrake Select a high gear and use the footbrake with the parking brake Select a low gear and use the footbrake Select a low gear and use the footbrake with the parking brake 85. When can you enter this hatched area? Only in an emergency Never under any circumstances When necessary and you can see it's safe to do so Only to overtake large vehicles 86. You're approaching a junction where the traffic lights aren't working. What should you do when a police officer gives this signal? Turn left only Turn right only Stop level with the officer's arm Stop at the stop line 87. When may you use hazard warning lights while you're driving? When you slow down suddenly on a motorway When you slow down at a pedestrian crossing When your direction indicators aren't working properly When you need to warn oncoming traffic that you intend to stop 88. What should you do if your trailer starts to swerve or snake? Reduce speed gently Brake firmly Increase speed Steer sharply 89. What effect does a convex mirror have on the appearance of following vehicles? They appear to be moving faster than they really are They appear to be closer than they really are They appear to be further away than they really are They appear to be larger than they really are 90. You're driving a car on a motorway. Unless signs show otherwise, what's the speed limit? 50 mph 60 mph 70 mph 80 mph 91. Which vehicle is least likely to be affected by side winds? Bicycle Motorcycle High-sided vehicle Car 92. What shape is a 'stop' sign at a junction? Circular Triangular Rectangular Octagonal 93. What advice should you give to a pupil about moving off on snow or ice? Use a low gear and spin the wheels to clear the snow Use the lowest gear you can and accelerate quickly Use the highest gear you can, with gentle acceleration Use the highest gear and keep the engine revs high 94. What does a red traffic light mean? Drivers must stop behind the white stop line Drivers may go straight on if there's no other traffic Drivers may turn left if it's safe to do so Drivers must slow down and prepare to stop if traffic has started to cross 95. What can you do to help protect the environment? Use your car for very short journeys Remove your roof rack when it's unloaded Drive faster to reduce journey times Avoid using cruise control 96. You're driving on a motorway. The traffic ahead is braking sharply because of an incident. How could you warn traffic behind? Briefly use the hazard warning lights Switch on the hazard warning lights and leave them on Briefly use the rear fog lights Switch on the headlights and leave them on 97. Why have 'Red Routes' been introduced into major cities? To raise the speed limits To help the traffic flow To provide better parking To allow lorries to load more freely 98. You see white diagonal lines, bounded by broken lines, painted on the road. One of their uses is to protect traffic turning right. What other purpose do these markings have? To allow extra space for wide loads To provide a space for emergency vehicles To separate streams of traffic To provide space for overtaking motorcyclists 99. There are no speed-limit signs on the road. What would suggest a 30 mph speed limit? Hazard warning lines Double or single yellow lines Pedestrian islands Street lighting 100. What effect will a roof rack have when it's fitted to your car? Your car will use less fuel Your car will handle better Your car will be able to go faster Your car will use more fuel 101. At a puffin crossing, which colour traffic light follows the green light? Steady red Flashing amber Steady amber Flashing green 102. Why are vehicles fitted with high-intensity rear fog lights? To help them to be seen when they're being driven at high speed In case they break down in a dangerous position To make them more visible in thick fog To warn drivers following too closely to drop back 103. What advice should you give to your pupils about using cruise control? In the UK, there are no opportunities for learners to drive at a steady cruising speed Figures show that the driver is much better than cruise control at keeping to a steady speed You could benefit from using cruise control if you can see well ahead and the road conditions are good Because of new technology, modern cars do not need the driver to be fuel-efficient Submit Answer 104. You're driving towards a level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train? Both half barriers coming down A steady amber light One half barrier coming down Twin flashing red lights 105. 106. Why should you test your brakes after driving through a ford? To check your brake lights are working To make sure you can stop safely To bleed air from the brake system To remove the water from your tyres 107. Why is it particularly important to carry out a check on your vehicle before making a long motorway journey? You'll have to do more harsh braking on motorways Motorway service areas don't deal with breakdowns The road surface will wear down the tyres faster Continuous high speeds increase the risk of your vehicle breaking down 108. On a motorway, where would vehicles travelling in opposite directions share the same carriageway? In the acceleration lane In a contraflow system On the hard shoulder In a congested section 109. How do following vehicles appear in a convex door mirror? Closer than they are Further away than they are Larger than they are Travelling faster than they are 110. When may you cross double solid white lines along the centre of the road? To pass a traffic queue at a junction To pass a tractor travelling at 20 mph To pass a road sweeper travelling at 15 mph To pass parked vehicles on your side of the road 111. What could happen if you put too much oil in your engine? The oil filter will become blocked The engine oil will overheat The engine will use less oil The oil seals may be damaged 112. What speed limit would you expect to find in residential streets? 20 mph 25 mph 35 mph 40 mph 113. Your vehicle is fitted with anti-lock brakes. How should you use your brakes to stop quickly in an emergency? Brake firmly and pump the brake pedal on and off Brake rapidly and firmly, without releasing the brake pedal Brake gently and pump the brake pedal on and off Brake rapidly once, and immediately release the brake pedal 114. What colour are the reflective studs where a slip road joins a motorway? Amber White Green Red 115. What's the main benefit in having four-wheel drive? Improved road-holding Improved fuel economy Improved manoeuvrability while parking Improved passenger comfort 116. What does it mean if a bus-lane sign shows no times of operation? What does it mean if a bus-lane sign shows no times of operation? It's only in operation at peak times It's in operation 24 hours a day It's only in operation in daylight hours 117. What warning is given by a large white triangle painted on the road surface before a junction? Stop at the junction Give way at the junction The road widens ahead Two-way traffic ahead 118. What will happen if you brake firmly as you drive around a right-hand bend? Most of the weight of the car will be transferred onto the front offside wheel Most of the weight of the car will be transferred onto the rear nearside wheel Most of the weight of the car will be transferred onto the front nearside wheel Most of the weight of the car will be transferred onto the rear offside wheel 119. What does it mean when you see a pedestrian carrying a white stick that has a red band or bands? The person is physically disabled The person is a pensioner The person has memory problems The person is deaf and blind 120. The car's ignition light comes on during a journey. What fault does this indicate? The engine is overheating The battery needs charging The charging system is faulty The oil level may be low 121. Where should the head restraint be positioned for it to be most effective? At least as high as the eyes or top of the ears At least as high as the shoulders In the lowest position and pointing forwards In the highest position and tilted backwards 122. What type of road uses direction signs with a green background? Urban motorway Cycle route Tourist route Primary route 123. You're looking for somewhere to park your vehicle. Neither you or your passenger are disabled. What should you do if the only spaces available are marked for disabled use? Park in these spaces because everywhere else is full Double park in the aisle and switch on your hazard warning lights Use these spaces because the disabled markings aren't enforceable Find somewhere else to park, unless you're a registered disabled driver 124. What's the national speed limit on the motorway for a car? 30 mph 50 mph 60 mph 70 mph 125. Your pupil is driving in a stream of traffic. You see this sign ahead. What advice should you give to your pupil? Keep well back from the vehicle in front Slow down at once by braking sharply Look out for water on the roads Slow down and try your brakes 126. How will a convex mirror affect the appearance of following vehicles? They'll seem to be nearer They'll seem to be clearer They'll seem to be further away They'll seem to be driving faster 127. When may you wait in a box junction? When oncoming traffic prevents you from turning right When you're in a queue of traffic turning left When you're in a queue of traffic to go ahead When traffic lights are green 128. 257. Which road surface may cause anti-lock brakes to be less effective? A dry surface A loose surface A firm surface A good surface 129. What does this symbol on a direction sign indicate? Direction to a campsite Route for high vehicles only Emergency diversion route Direction to a tourist attraction 130. What does the curved direction arrow on the road indicate? The lane to follow for your destination Traffic should turn left ahead There's a turning place ahead The direction in which you should pass solid double white lines 131. 254. A police car is following you. What should you do if the police officer flashes the headlights and points to the left? Turn at the next left Stop on the left Continue your journey Move over to the left 132. How do anti-lock brakes help drivers? They allow vehicles to travel faster They help drivers keep steering control during heavy braking They help drivers keep control when they're accelerating They make motorway driving easier 133. 251. When may you use hazard warning lights while you're driving? When you slow down suddenly on a motorway When you slow down at a pedestrian crossing When your direction indicators aren't working properly When you need to warn oncoming traffic that you intend to stop 134. How can you avoid fuel spillage after you've refuelled your car? Fill the tank to the top, so that no air remains in the tank Use a locking filler cap Check your fuel gauge is working Securely fasten the filler cap 135. What does this white arrow on the road mean? All traffic must turn left at the next junction You may overtake on the left if it's safe to do so Overtaking vehicles should return to the left The road ahead has a camber to the left 136. Why is a toucan crossing different from other crossings? Moped riders can ride across it with pedestrians It's controlled by a traffic warden It's controlled by two flashing lights Pedestrians and cyclists can use it together 137. This plate is used with which sign? A B C D 138. Why should you make sure that your indicators are cancelled after turning? To avoid flattening the battery To avoid misleading other road users To avoid dazzling other road users To avoid damage to the indicator relay 139. What must a driver do at a pelican crossing when the amber light is flashing? Signal the pedestrian to cross Always wait for the green light before proceeding Wait for the red-and-amber light before proceeding Give way to any pedestrians on the crossing 140. Your pupil asks you about this sign, which they've seen recently. What should you tell them it means? Ring road on a primary route Restricted route on a main road Road restricted on a tram route Red Route on a primary route 141. Why should you make sure your head restraint is properly adjusted? It makes you more comfortable It protects you from whiplash injury It makes you relax It helps you to maintain your concentration 142. Apart from pedestrians, what should you be aware of at toucan crossings? Emergency vehicles emerging Buses pulling out Trams crossing in front Cyclists riding across 143. You're driving a car fitted with automatic transmission. What should you do when you approach a very steep downhill gradient? Remain in 'D' (Drive) and keep the speed in check with the footbrake Slow down and use the gear selector to hold the car in a low gear Slow down, so that the automatic transmission changes down to a lower gear Use 'kick-down' to change the vehicle into a lower gear 144. How often should you check your brake lights are working? Before each journey After each journey Weekly Monthly 145. You're approaching a pelican crossing. What should you do if the amber light is flashing? Give way to pedestrians who are crossing Encourage waiting pedestrians to cross Only continue when the green light appears Stop even if the crossing is clear 146. What will be affected if you overload your vehicle? The gearbox The journey time The handling The battery life 147. As you're approaching this junction, the green light changes to amber. What should you do if you're unable to stop at the first white line? Proceed carefully through the junction, ignoring the second stop line Stop just beyond the second line, keeping the junction clear Stop at the second line, in the area marked for cyclists Stop as soon as you can and reverse back to the first stop line 148. How do following vehicles appear in a convex door mirror? Closer than they are Further away than they are Larger than they are Travelling faster than they are 149. A driver wants to go ahead at a crossroads controlled by a police officer. What recognised arm signal should they give? A B C D 150. Where would you find a catalytic converter on your vehicle? In the fuel tank In the air filter On the cooling system On the exhaust system 151. What does this sign mean? You mustn't exceed 20 mph on the bend There's a 20 mph zone with traffic-calming features There's a 20 mph speed limit after the bend You're advised not to exceed 20 mph on the bend 152. As a recommendation, how often should you check the brake lights on the car you use? Daily Weekly Monthly Annually 153. You're parking on the left, facing downhill. You apply the parking brake firmly. What further safety precautions should you take? Turn your wheels to the left and select reverse gear Turn your wheels to the right and select reverse gear Keep your wheels straight and select fifth gear Keep your wheels straight and select neutral 154. What could happen if you put too much oil in your engine? The oil filter will become blocked The engine oil will overheat The engine will use less oil The oil seals may be damaged 155. 248. You're testing your vehicle's suspension. What does it mean if the vehicle continues to bounce when you test it? The tyres are worn The tyres are under-inflated The steering is unstable The shock absorbers are worn 156. What should you do if you see two elderly pedestrians about to cross the road ahead? Expect them to wait for you to pass Speed up to get past them quickly Stop and wave them across the road Be careful; they may misjudge your speed 157. 260. What does the curved direction arrow on the road indicate? The lane to follow for your destination Traffic should turn left ahead There's a turning place ahead The direction in which you should pass solid double white lines 158. Why are new vehicles fitted with catalytic converters? To control exhaust noise levels To prolong the life of the exhaust system To allow the exhaust system to be recycled To reduce harmful exhaust emissions 159. What should you tell a pupil when teaching them to brake normally? Brake progressively and smoothly, easing off as the car comes to a stop Brake sharply at first, then maintain a firm pressure until the car stops Brake firmly at first, then use the cadence braking technique Brake firmly at first, ease the pressure, then increase it again until the car 160. A bus has stopped at a bus stop ahead of you. What should you do if its right-hand indicator is flashing? Flash your headlights and slow down Slow down and give way if it's safe to do so Sound your horn and keep going Slow down and then sound your horn 161. You're driving in town and see these lights flashing. What hazard would you expect to see next? A level crossing with no barrier An ambulance station A school crossing patrol An opening bridge 162. How should you apply the footbrake when you're stopping normally? Progressively and smoothly, easing off the brake as the car comes to a rest Sharply, maintaining firm pressure until the car stops Lightly at first, then by rapid cadence braking Gently, well after selecting a low gear 163. What's the most likely cause of a car pulling to the right when the footbrake is applied? The wheels need balancing Excessive road camber The road surface is uneven The brakes on the left side are inefficient 164. 258. Which vehicle is least likely to be affected by side winds? Bicycle Motorcycle High-sided vehicle Car 165. You apply the brakes while you're travelling forwards and in a straight line. How will this affect the grip of the tyres on the road? The grip will remain constant on all four tyres The front tyres will grip the road more than the rear tyres The rear tyres will grip the road more than the front tyres The tyres won't grip until you brake firmly 166. Which road surface may cause anti-lock brakes to be less effective? A dry surface A loose surface A firm surface A good surface 167. What does the continuous white line at the side of the road indicate? There are traffic lights ahead No overtaking The footpath on the left The edge of the carriageway 168. What should you do if your vehicle has a fire in the engine compartment? Remove the oil cap Open the bonnet and put out the flames Remove the coolant cap Call the fire service 169. When may you drive or park in a cycle lane marked by a solid white line? During the hours of daylight Outside peak times During the hours of darkness Outside its period of operation 170. How is a toucan crossing different from a pelican crossing? At a toucan crossing, cyclists can cross with pedestrians There are no road markings at a toucan crossing There's a continuously flashing amber beacon at a toucan crossing At a toucan crossing, you only stop if someone is waiting to cross 171. You're driving at night. What does it mean if you see a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a red light? You're approaching roadworks You're approaching an organised walk You're approaching a slow-moving vehicle You're approaching an accident hotspot 172. You're waiting at a level crossing. What should you do if the red warning lights continue to flash after a train has passed? Get out and investigate Zigzag around the barriers Continue to wait Drive across carefully 173. What does excessive wear of the central area of tread on a car tyre suggest? The tyre has been used under-inflated The shock absorbers are faulty The tyre has been used over-inflated The wheels are out of alignment 174. What should you do if you're driving behind a cyclist who's giving a right turn signal? Overtake before the cyclist gets to the junction Flash your headlights at the cyclist Slow down and allow the cyclist to turn Squeeze past the cyclist on the left-hand side 175. You're making a right turn. What could you do if you think your indicators might be difficult to see? Put the indicator on later Give an arm signal to emphasise the indicator Veer from side to side as you slow down Turn as quickly as you can 176. There's a 'give way' sign where a one-way street joins a main road. What road markings would you see across the mouth of the junction? A single broken white line across the whole width of the minor road Double broken white lines across the left-hand side of the minor road Double broken white lines across the whole width of the minor road A single white line across the whole width of the minor road 177. What does this sign mean? Loose chippings Road flooded Loose rocks Bumpy road 178. How can you use your vehicle's engine to help control your speed? Change to a lower gear Select reverse gear Change to a higher gear Select neutral 179. You’re about to start a journey towing a trailer. What should you do if you notice that a light on your trailer is not working? Continue with your journey because the lights on your car are working Disconnect the trailer electrical coupling before continuing with your journey Repair the fault before continuing with your journey Book the trailer in for repair before continuing with your journey 180. When could you stop here on this road? To park during the hours of darkness To rest if you're tired To set down or pick up passengers To park during daylight hours 181. How much more than the normal braking distance should you allow in icy weather? Twice the normal distance Five times the normal distance Seven times the normal distance Ten times the normal distance 182. What will happen if the brake-fluid level falls too low? The brakes will become spongy and inefficient The brakes will overheat The brakes will suddenly stop working The parking brake will fail 183. Signals are normally given by direction indicators and brake lights. What should drivers do before giving a signal? Check the mirrors Slow down Change gear Look all around 184. Your car is fitted with anti-lock brakes. What technique should you use to stop in an emergency? Brake normally and avoid turning the steering wheel Press the brake pedal firmly until you've stopped Keep pushing and releasing the footbrake quickly to prevent skidding Apply the parking brake to reduce the stopping distance 185. You're driving along a dual carriageway and have to brake hard in a straight line. Which wheels do most of the braking? It's evenly distributed between the front and rear wheels The rear wheels It will alternate from one side of the car to the other The front wheels 186. What is known to cause excessive or uneven tyre wear? The type of gearbox Having the wheels out of alignment Gentle use of the accelerator A damaged exhaust system 187. You're driving a vehicle that has automatic transmission. How are you advised to negotiate corners safely? Select the appropriate gear for the speed required and lock it in that position Slow down before the corner and then accelerate gently as you turn Use the kick-down facility to select a lower gear Brake gently while driving round the corner 188. How often should tyre pressures be checked? Every time the car is driven At least once a week At least once a month Only when the tyres look soft 189. You're driving over a level crossing. What should you do if the warning lights come on and a bell rings? Get everyone out of the vehicle immediately Stop and reverse back to clear the crossing Keep going and clear the crossing Stop immediately and use your hazard warning lights 190. You're driving on a motorway that has chevrons painted on the carriageway. In good weather, at least how many chevrons should be visible between you and the next vehicle in your lane? One Two Three Four 191. What should you tell a pupil when teaching them to brake normally? Brake progressively and smoothly, easing off as the car comes to a stop Brake sharply at first, then maintain a firm pressure until the car stops Brake firmly at first, then use the cadence braking technique Brake firmly at first, ease the pressure, then increase it again until the car stops 192. What can cause heavy steering? Driving on ice Badly worn brakes Over-inflated tyres Under-inflated tyres 193. 194. What's the purpose of yellow crisscross lines at a junction? To make you more aware of the traffic lights To guide you into position as you turn To prevent the junction from becoming blocked To show you where to stop when the lights change 195. 263. 196. How can you help the environment and avoid wasting fuel? By having your vehicle properly serviced By keeping an empty roof rack on your car By always using the same brand of fuel By driving with your windows open 197. What should you do if a dashboard warning light comes on while you're driving? Continue if the engine sounds all right Hope that it's just a temporary electrical fault Deal with the problem when there's more time Check out the problem quickly and safely 198. How should you drive on a road where there are road humps? Maintain a reduced speed throughout Accelerate quickly between each one Always keep to the maximum legal speed Drive slowly at school times only 199. What does it mean when you see this line along the centre of the road? Oncoming vehicles have priority You may now overtake There's a hazard ahead The national speed limit applies 200. Why should you make sure your head restraint is properly adjusted? It makes you more comfortable It protects you from whiplash injury It makes you relax It helps you to maintain your concentration 201. What sort of message is given by a triangular sign? Warning Information Order Direction 202. What should you do when you've driven through a flood? Stop and check the tyres Stop and dry the brakes Check your exhaust Test your brakes 203. Where are fluorescent green/yellow reflective studs used to mark the carriageway? At contraflow systems and roadworks At slip-road exits and entrances Between the edge of the carriageway and the central reservation Across the road, marking where roadworks start and finish 204. You've stopped at a pelican crossing. What should you do if the lights change to green while someone is crossing slowly in front of you? Allow the person to cross Drive in front of the person Drive behind the person Sound your horn 205. Why are these yellow lines painted across the carriageway? To make drivers aware of their speed To help drivers keep the correct separation distance To tell drivers not to change lanes To indicate a 'no parking' area 206. You're driving on a motorway. What does it mean if the car ahead shows its hazard warning lights for a short time? The driver wants you to overtake The driver is going to change lanes Traffic ahead is slowing or stopping suddenly There's a police speed check ahead 207. What does it mean if you see a vehicle showing a flashing green light? The vehicle is being used by the police on non-urgent duties The vehicle is being used by a doctor on an emergency call The vehicle is being used by a road safety patrol The vehicle is being used to carry a wide load 208. You're driving along a wet road. How might you tell that your vehicle's tyres are losing their grip on the surface? The engine will stall The steering will feel very heavy The engine noise will increase The steering will feel very light 209. Your car's front wheels are out of balance. How will this affect your car? They'll cause the steering to pull to one side They'll cause the brakes to fail They'll cause the tyres to deflate They'll cause the steering to vibrate 210. You're waiting at a level crossing. What must you do if a train has passed but the lights keep flashing? Carry on waiting Phone the signal operator Edge over the stop line and look for trains Park and investigate 211. When are you allowed to stop on a motorway? If you need to walk and get fresh air If you wish to pick up hitchhikers When there's a red cross with flashing red lights above every lane When you need to use your mobile telephone 212. What type of road uses direction signs with a green background? Urban motorway Cycle route Tourist route Primary route 213. Why should you take care to avoid spillage when refuelling a vehicle fitted with a diesel engine? Diesel is sticky Diesel is odourless Diesel is unstable Diesel is slippery 214. How does coasting affect a driver's control of their vehicle? It improves the driver's control It makes steering easier It reduces the driver's control It has no effect on the driver's control 215. Why is a toucan crossing different from other crossings? Moped riders can ride across it with pedestrians It's controlled by a traffic warden It's controlled by two flashing lights Pedestrians and cyclists can use it together 216. Your pupil asks what the blue patch means on this sign. What's the best reply? Motorway regulations apply on the road immediately ahead The road ahead is being upgraded to a motorway It shows an alternative route for non-motorway traffic The road ahead leads to a junction with a motorway 217. You're driving towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if you see a person in a wheelchair waiting to cross? Continue on your way Wave to the person to cross Wave to the person to wait Be prepared to stop 218. What should you tell your pupil if they ask you what this sign means? There's a viewpoint or area of outstanding natural beauty ahead Only roadside mobile cameras are currently in use You should turn on your speed-camera detection equipment Traffic regulations are enforced by cameras in this area 219. What will increase your vehicle's fuel consumption? Under-inflated tyres Using tyres of different makes Over-inflated tyres Using tyres that are new or hardly used 220. Why would you flash your headlights to another road user? To show that you're giving way to them To show that you're about to turn To tell them that you have right of way To let them know that you're there 221. What effect will a roof rack have when it's fitted to your car? Your car will use less fuel Your car will handle better Your car will be able to go faster Your car will use more fuel 222. What colour are the reflective studs between the lanes on a motorway? Green Amber White Red 223. What should you do if you discover that the coolant in the vehicle radiator needs topping up during a long journey? Hose down the engine to cool it before refilling Let it cool before removing the filler cap Keep the engine running and fill it with coolant immediately Keep driving, as the fan will cool the engine 224. What should you do if your trailer starts to swerve or snake? Reduce speed gently Brake firmly Increase speed Steer sharply 225. You're driving along a wet road. How might you tell that your vehicle's tyres are losing their grip on the surface? The engine will stall The steering will feel very heavy The engine noise will increase The steering will feel very light 226. What advice should you give to a pupil about driving through shallow flood water in a car fitted with manual transmission? Drive very slowly in first gear, keeping the engine speed very low Drive very slowly in first gear, keeping the engine speed high Drive through as quickly as possible and don't touch the brakes Drive through quickly while keeping your left foot on the brake 227. When are you allowed to use your vehicle's hazard warning lights? When you've stopped your vehicle and it's temporarily obstructing traffic When you're driving at night without headlights When you've parked on double yellow lines When you're driving slowly because you're lost 228. You're waiting at a pelican crossing. What should you do if pedestrians are halfway across when the lights change to green? Drive on as soon as your way is clear Rev your engine to make them hurry Flash your headlights in case they've not heard you Wait for them to finish crossing 229. You're driving towards roadworks and you see this temporary speed-limit sign. When must you comply with the sign? During the working day At all times When the lanes are narrow During the hours of darkness 230. Which stream of traffic has priority at a roundabout? Traffic on the roundabout always has priority Vehicles approaching a roundabout always have priority Signs, road markings or traffic lights show the priority Priority should be given to cars towing a trailer or caravan 231. What should you do if there are flashing amber lights under a school warning sign? Reduce speed until you're clear of the area Keep up your speed and sound the horn Increase your speed to clear the area quickly Wait at the lights until they change to green 232. You're driving on a motorway. The traffic ahead is braking sharply because of an incident. How could you warn traffic behind? Briefly use the hazard warning lights Switch on the hazard warning lights and leave them on Briefly use the rear fog lights Switch on the headlights and leave them on 233. What should you do if a tyre bursts while you're driving? Change gear and relax your grip on the steering wheel Brake sharply and steer to the right Hold the steering wheel firmly and let the car stop gradually Brake firmly and steer to the left 234. 255. What should you do when you're cornering on an icy or snow-covered road? Approach the corner at a steady speed, using the highest gear possible Drive slowly throughout, keeping the engine speed high Approach the corner at a constant speed, using the lowest gear possible Hold the clutch pedal down and control your speed with the brakes 235. What must you do to any load that you carry on a roof rack? Fasten it securely Remove it when you park on the side of the road Make it as light as possible Cover it with plastic sheeting 236. Who has priority when traffic lights are out of order? Traffic going straight on Traffic turning right Nobody Traffic turning left 237. What instruction should you give a pupil about controlling the vehicle's speed when going down a long, steep hill? Use a combination of a lower gear and the footbrake Switch the engine off and coast to save fuel Pump the footbrake to prevent the brakes from overheating Engage the highest gear to keep the engine revs as low as possible 238. What should you do when you're cornering on an icy or snow-covered road? Approach the corner at a steady speed, using the highest gear possible Drive slowly throughout, keeping the engine speed high Approach the corner at a constant speed, using the lowest gear possible Hold the clutch pedal down and control your speed with the brakes 239. Where should the head restraint be positioned for it to be most effective? At least as high as the eyes or top of the ears At least as high as the shoulders In the lowest position and pointing forwards In the highest position and tilted backwards 240. Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. In which conditions may they be ineffective at preventing skidding? In foggy conditions On surface water At night on unlit roads On dry tarmac 241. What type of vehicle displays this sign? A broken-down vehicle A school bus An ice-cream van A private ambulance 242. You're at a junction controlled by traffic lights. When should you wait, even if the green light is showing? When pedestrians are waiting to cross When your exit from the junction is blocked When you think the lights may be about to change When you intend to turn right 243. You've just driven through flood water. How should you dry out the brakes? Stop and pump the brake pedal several times Drive at a normal speed until the brakes work properly Stop at the nearest garage and have the brakes looked at Drive slowly and apply light pressure to the footbrake 244. Why would you flash your headlights to another road user? To show that you're giving way to them To show that you're about to turn To tell them that you have right of way To let them know that you're there 245. What must a driver do at a pelican crossing when the amber light is flashing? Signal the pedestrian to cross Always wait for the green light before proceeding Wait for the red-and-amber light before proceeding Give way to any pedestrians on the crossing 246. What warning is given by a large white triangle painted on the road surface before a junction? Stop at the junction Give way at the junction The road widens ahead Two-way traffic ahead 247. You're driving on an urban clearway during its time of operation. Apart from breakdowns, when may you stop on this road? To set down and pick up passengers To use a mobile telephone To ask for directions To load or unload goods 248. What does excessive wear on the outer edges of the tread of a car's tyre generally indicate? The tyre has been used over-inflated The tyre has been used at excessive speed The tyre has been used under-inflated The tyre has been used on the wrong axle 249. What does it mean if your trailer has a maximum authorised mass (MAM) of 3,500 kg? Your trailer can carry a load of 3,500 kg Your empty trailer weighs 3,500 kg Your trailer and towing vehicle combined cannot weigh more than 3,500 kg Your trailer and load combined cannot weigh more than 3,500 kg 250. What should you do if your vehicle pulls to one side when you're braking? Change the tyres around Consult your garage as soon as possible Pump the pedal when braking Use your parking brake at the same time 251. What colour are the reflective studs at the left-hand edge of the motorway? Green Amber Red White 252. You're driving in heavy rain. What should you do if your steering suddenly feels very light? Steer towards the side of the road Apply gentle acceleration Brake firmly to reduce speed Ease off the accelerator 253. 262. Which road users can use a toucan crossing? Moped riders and cyclists Horse riders and pedestrians Cyclists and pedestrians Horse riders and cyclists 254. What should you tell a pupil when teaching them to brake normally? Brake progressively and smoothly, easing off as the car comes to a stop Brake sharply at first, then maintain a firm pressure until the car stops Brake firmly at first, then use the cadence braking technique Brake firmly at first, ease the pressure, then increase it again until the car stops 255. You're driving along a wet road. How might you tell that your vehicle's tyres are losing their grip on the surface? The engine will stall The steering will feel very heavy The engine noise will increase The steering will feel very light 256. What will be affected if you overload your vehicle? The gearbox The journey time The handling The battery life 257. You want to turn right at a box junction. What should you do if there's oncoming traffic? Wait in the box junction if your exit road is clear Wait before the junction until it's clear of all traffic Drive on, because you can't turn right at a box junction Drive into the box junction when signalled by oncoming traffic 258. Where are the amber reflective studs on a motorway? Between the hard shoulder and the carriageway Between the acceleration lane and the carriageway Between the central reservation and the carriageway Between each pair of lanes 259. What can you do to help protect the environment? Use your car for very short journeys Remove your roof rack when it's unloaded Drive faster to reduce journey times Avoid using cruise control 260. What effect does a convex mirror have on the appearance of following vehicles? They appear to be moving faster than they really are They appear to be closer than they really are They appear to be further away than they really are They appear to be larger than they really are 261. You're driving towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if pedestrians are waiting to cross? Give way to the elderly and infirm only Slow down and prepare to stop Use your headlights to indicate they can cross Wave at them to cross the road 262. What happens if your vehicle starts to aquaplane? You lose control of the steering and brakes You lose control of the brakes only You lose control of the steering only You lose control of the washers and wipers 263. How much more than the normal braking distance should you allow in icy weather? Twice the normal distance Five times the normal distance Seven times the normal distance Ten times the normal distance 264. Why is it particularly important to carry out a check on your vehicle before making a long motorway journey? You'll have to do more harsh braking on motorways Motorway service areas don't deal with breakdowns The road surface will wear down the tyres faster Continuous high speeds increase the risk of your vehicle breaking down 265. What's the purpose of the yellow lines painted across the road? To help you choose the correct lane To help you keep the correct separation distance To warn you to slow down To tell you the distance to the roundabout 266. 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