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Why should you remove dark sunglasses before entering a tunnel?

151. Why should you remove dark sunglasses before entering a tunnel?

✓ Your eyes need to adjust to the lower light level.
To prevent the lenses from reflecting tunnel lights.
Because tunnel lighting can damage dark lenses.
To make the vehicle headlights work more effectively.

Dark sunglasses reduce the amount of light reaching your eyes and can make hazards inside a tunnel harder to see.

Driver removing sunglasses before entering a tunnel
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What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

152. What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

Cross the painted separation area back to the exit.
Use an emergency opening in the central reservation.
Turn around if traffic is light enough.
✓ Continue to the next exit.

Never reverse or make a sudden manoeuvre. Continue safely and change your route at the next suitable exit.

Vehicle continuing past a motorway exit
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What should you do if the brakes fade during a long descent?

153. What should you do if the brakes fade during a long descent?

Switch off the engine to help slow the vehicle.
Keep pressing the brakes continuously all the way downhill.
✓ Select a lower gear and stop safely to allow the brakes to cool.
Accelerate between bends to reduce brake use.

Continuous braking can cause overheating and reduced braking performance. A lower gear provides engine braking and reduces demand on the brakes.

Vehicle descending a hill with overheating brakes
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What should you expect if the engine suddenly stalls while the vehicle is moving?

154. What should you expect if the engine suddenly stalls while the vehicle is moving?

The steering and brakes will stop working completely.
✓ Steering and braking may require more effort, so move to a safe place.
The steering will become lighter as the vehicle slows.
Power assistance will continue working normally.

Power assistance may be reduced when the engine stops. Keep control, use the hazard lights if needed, and steer toward a safe stopping area.

Driver responding to an engine stall while moving
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What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

155. What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

✓ Check yourself and inspect the bicycle before riding again.
Continue if you feel fine and the bicycle looks normal.
Check only the parts that were directly involved in the fall.
Check only the bicycle and ignore minor injuries.

A fall can damage the brakes, wheels, frame, handlebars, or helmet. Injuries may also not be immediately obvious.

Checking a bicycle after a fall or collision
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Why should you not drive too close behind another vehicle?

156. Why should you not drive too close behind another vehicle?

It increases tyre pressure.
It makes your headlights less effective.
✓ You may not have enough time to stop.
It makes your steering less responsive.

Driving too close, or tailgating, reduces the time and space available to react and increases the risk of a rear-end collision. Use defensive driving and keep a safe following distance.

Vehicle tailgating the traffic ahead
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What may cyclists and speed-pedelec riders do at this red traffic light?

157. What may cyclists and speed-pedelec riders do at this red traffic light?

Ignore pedestrians but give way to cars.
✓ Proceed in the direction shown after giving way to other road users.
Treat the red light as a green light for all traffic.
Proceed in every direction without checking.

A B22 sign allows cyclists and speed-pedelec riders to turn right on red or amber. A B23 sign allows them to continue straight, but they must give way to other road users.

Red traffic light with an exemption sign for cyclists
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Why should you leave space when cycling beside parked cars?

158. Why should you leave space when cycling beside parked cars?

Because parked vehicles have priority over cyclists.
Because the road could be slippery beside parked cars.
To stay outside the marked parking area.
✓ A door may open suddenly.

A driver or passenger may open a door without seeing you. Leaving space reduces the risk of a dooring collision.

Cyclist riding beside parked cars
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What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

159. What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

Release the steering wheel briefly and let the vehicle settle.
✓ Keep calm and steer smoothly to maintain your lane.
Brake hard immediately to stop the vehicle moving sideways.
Accelerate to make the vehicle more stable.

Strong winds can push your vehicle off course, especially at higher speeds. Reduce speed and use smooth steering to stay in control.

Crosswind affecting a vehicle's road position
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What should you do if your vehicle breaks down on a busy road?

160. What should you do if your vehicle breaks down on a busy road?

Remain in the traffic lane even if you can move to safety.
✓ Move to a safe place, use hazard lights, and stay clear of traffic.
Stand beside the vehicle while waiting for help.
Sound the horn continuously to warn other drivers.

If your vehicle breaks down, make it visible and get yourself away from moving traffic. Safety comes before repairing the vehicle.

Broken-down vehicle beside a busy road
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What do the + and − controls normally adjust when the speed limiter is active?

161. What do the + and − controls normally adjust when the speed limiter is active?

✓ The selected maximum speed.
The transmission gear.
The engine idle speed.
The following distance.

When the speed limiter is active, the + and − controls normally increase or decrease the selected maximum speed. The exact adjustment steps can vary between vehicles.

Plus and minus controls for the speed limiter
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What is the minimum licence for a C vehicle towing a trailer over 750 kg?

162. What is the minimum licence for a C vehicle towing a trailer over 750 kg?

Licence BE.
Licence C1.
Licence C1E.
✓ Licence CE.

Category C permits a trailer with a maximum authorised mass of up to 750 kg. A category C vehicle towing a trailer or semi-trailer above 750 kg requires category CE.

Category C vehicle towing a trailer over 750 kg
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Which side do people drive on in Brussels?

163. Which side do people drive on in Brussels?

✓ Right-hand side.
Left-hand side.

Traffic drives on the right-hand side of the road in Brussels.

Road traffic and the designated driving side
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence A?

164. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence A?

Moped.
Truck.
✓ Motorcycle.
Bus.

Driving licence A is mainly associated with motorcycles. Category A1 covers lighter motorcycles, A2 covers medium-powered motorcycles, and A covers more powerful motorcycles.

Driving licence card for category A
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What should you do with the ignition key once the engine starts?

165. What should you do with the ignition key once the engine starts?

Keep holding it in the START position.
✓ Release it so it returns from START to ON.
Remove it from the ignition.
Turn it immediately to ACC.

Once the engine starts, release the ignition key so it returns from START to the ON position. Holding the key in START unnecessarily can keep the starter motor engaged.

Releasing the ignition key after the engine starts
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What is the minimum licence requirement for a Belgian class A moped?

166. What is the minimum licence requirement for a Belgian class A moped?

Licence A1.
Licence A.
Licence B.
✓ No driving licence is required.

A Belgian class A moped has a maximum design speed of no more than 25 km/h. It may be ridden from the age of 16 without a driving licence.

Belgian class A moped and driving licence requirements
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What should you do if your vehicle catches fire?

167. What should you do if your vehicle catches fire?

✓ Stop, switch off the engine, evacuate everyone, and call the emergency services.
Stay inside the vehicle while waiting for assistance.
Keep driving slowly until you find a safer place to stop.
Open the bonnet fully to find where the fire started.

Move everyone well away from the vehicle and call emergency services. If the fire is small and it is safe to do so, use a suitable fire extinguisher. Opening the bonnet fully can supply additional oxygen and cause the fire to intensify.

Vehicle with a fire breaking out
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What should you do before overtaking a slow-moving vehicle?

168. What should you do before overtaking a slow-moving vehicle?

Signal first and then check whether there is enough space.
Use your horn to make the driver move aside.
Follow another vehicle that starts overtaking ahead of you.
✓ Check that the road ahead is clear and that overtaking is safe.

Before overtaking, make sure you have enough visibility, space, and time. Signal clearly before moving out, do not exceed the speed limit, and never overtake if the road ahead is not clear.

Vehicle preparing to pass slow-moving traffic
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At what age can you obtain a Belgian driving licence B?

169. At what age can you obtain a Belgian driving licence B?

21 years.
17 years.
20 years.
✓ 18 years.

Driving licence B may be obtained from the age of 18 in Belgium.

Minimum age for a Belgian category B driving licence
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Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

170. Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

✓ Limited visibility makes distances and movement harder to estimate.
Fog makes road markings appear closer together.
Fog changes the way mirrors show moving vehicles.
Fog makes vehicles appear larger than they are.

Fog reduces visual information, making it harder to judge how far away another vehicle is and how quickly it is approaching.

Other traffic partly obscured by fog
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What is Belgian driving licence category G intended for?

171. What is Belgian driving licence category G intended for?

Any tractor, regardless of how it is used.
Construction machinery used on public roads.
✓ Agricultural and forestry tractors and machinery.
Any heavy vehicle used outside built-up areas.

Belgian category G is intended for agricultural and forestry tractors and certain agricultural machinery used for agricultural or forestry activities. It can also cover their trailers. Other licence categories may be required when such vehicles are used outside those activities.

Agricultural vehicles covered by Belgian category G
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

172. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Mirror adjustment.
Child safety lock.
Boot release.
✓ Central door locking.

This control operates the vehicle's central door locking system. Pressing it locks or unlocks the vehicle's doors, depending on the current lock state.

Central door-locking control and symbol
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What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

173. What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

✓ Keep the brake pedal pressed.
Select reverse gear.
Press the accelerator lightly.
Release the parking brake.

An automatic vehicle may creep forward when D (Drive) is selected, even without pressing the accelerator. Keep the brake pedal pressed while stationary to prevent unintended movement.

Automatic gear selector in Drive and brake-pedal control
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What is a danger of driving a petrol or diesel vehicle with the boot or tailgate open?

174. What is a danger of driving a petrol or diesel vehicle with the boot or tailgate open?

The vehicle can become too heavy at the rear.
The rear window demister may stop working.
The fuel gauge may become inaccurate.
✓ Exhaust fumes can be drawn into the passenger compartment.

Driving with the boot or tailgate open can allow exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. Exhaust fumes may contain carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and may be difficult to detect. Keep the luggage compartment properly closed while driving whenever possible.

Open vehicle tailgate and exhaust-fume risk
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What is the general speed limit on an ordinary road outside built-up areas in Wallonia?

175. What is the general speed limit on an ordinary road outside built-up areas in Wallonia?

70 km/h.
100 km/h.
120 km/h.
✓ 90 km/h.

In Wallonia, the general limit on ordinary roads outside built-up areas is 90 km/h unless a traffic sign imposes a different limit.

Ordinary road outside a built-up area in Wallonia
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How should you normally hold the steering wheel while driving?

176. How should you normally hold the steering wheel while driving?

With one hand at the top of the wheel.
With both hands together at the bottom.
✓ With both hands in a balanced position.
With one hand resting on the gear lever.

Hold the steering wheel with both hands in a balanced position so that you can steer smoothly and react quickly. A position around nine and three o'clock generally provides good control.

Driver holding the steering wheel with both hands
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What should you do when walking near a driveway?

177. What should you do when walking near a driveway?

Watch only for vehicles leaving the driveway.
Cross the driveway quickly without checking.
Rely on engine noise to warn you of vehicles.
✓ Watch for vehicles entering or leaving.

Vehicles may enter or leave driveways suddenly. Stay alert and check for moving vehicles.

Pedestrian passing a driveway entrance
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Why should you never leave a petrol or diesel engine running in an enclosed space?

178. Why should you never leave a petrol or diesel engine running in an enclosed space?

The battery can become overcharged.
✓ Dangerous carbon monoxide can build up.
The cooling system can stop working.
The engine can lose oil pressure.

Exhaust gases from petrol and diesel engines can contain carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can build up quickly in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space. Never leave the engine running inside a closed garage or similar area.

Running vehicle engine in an enclosed space
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Which gear is used to drive a manual vehicle backwards?

179. Which gear is used to drive a manual vehicle backwards?

✓ R (Reverse).
1st gear.
Neutral.
2nd gear.

Select R (Reverse) when you need to drive a manual vehicle backwards. The vehicle should be stationary before Reverse is selected.

Manual gear lever and gear-selection pattern
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What minimum distance should a driver leave when passing a cyclist in Belgium?

180. What minimum distance should a driver leave when passing a cyclist in Belgium?

✓ At least 1 metre inside built-up areas and 1.5 metres outside them.
At least 1 metre everywhere.
At least 50 centimetres everywhere.
No minimum distance is required at low speed.

Drivers must leave at least one metre when passing a cyclist inside a built-up area and at least 1.5 metres outside a built-up area.

Vehicle leaving lateral space when passing a cyclist
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Why should you avoid using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions?

181. Why should you avoid using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions?

It can overheat the engine.
It can switch off the air conditioning.
✓ It can cause the windows to mist.
It can reduce tyre pressure.

Using air recirculation for too long in damp conditions can allow moisture to build up inside the vehicle and increase window misting, especially when the air conditioning is not dehumidifying the air. Switching to fresh outside air can help clear condensation.

Air-recirculation setting and misted vehicle windows
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What is the minimum licence for a D bus towing a trailer over 750 kg?

182. What is the minimum licence for a D bus towing a trailer over 750 kg?

✓ Licence DE.
Licence CE.
Licence BE.
Licence D.

Category D permits a trailer with a maximum authorised mass of up to 750 kg. A category D vehicle towing a trailer above 750 kg requires category DE.

Category D bus towing a trailer over 750 kg
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Which licence category is mainly associated with motorcycles?

183. Which licence category is mainly associated with motorcycles?

Licence C.
Licence D.
Licence B.
✓ Licence A.

Driving licence A is mainly associated with motorcycles. Category A1 covers lighter motorcycles, A2 covers medium-powered motorcycles, and A covers more powerful motorcycles.

Motorcycle and category A driving licence
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

184. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Brake-system warning.
✓ Low tyre pressure.
Engine-management warning.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol indicates that one or more tyres may have low pressure. Check the tyre pressures and inspect the tyres for damage or a puncture.

Tyre-pressure warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do before changing lanes?

185. What should you do before changing lanes?

✓ Check your mirrors and blind spot.
Rely on your mirrors without checking the blind spot.
Speed up and move over before nearby traffic catches up.
Check the blind spot only after starting to move.

Always check your mirrors, look over your shoulder if necessary, and make sure it is safe before changing lanes.

Driver checking surrounding traffic before changing lanes
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What is the minimum licence for a 125 cm³, 11 kW motorcycle at 0.1 kW/kg?

186. What is the minimum licence for a 125 cm³, 11 kW motorcycle at 0.1 kW/kg?

✓ Licence A1.
Licence A2.
Licence AM.
Licence B.

Category A1 covers motorcycles with an engine capacity not exceeding 125 cm³, power not exceeding 11 kW, and a power-to-weight ratio not exceeding 0.1 kW/kg.

125 cm³ motorcycle for category A1
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What is the minimum age for a standard car driving licence in Brussels?

187. What is the minimum age for a standard car driving licence in Brussels?

17 years.
✓ 18 years.
21 years.
16 years.

The minimum age for a standard car driving licence in Brussels is 18 years.

Minimum age for obtaining a car driving licence
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Why should you check blind spots before moving off?

188. Why should you check blind spots before moving off?

To check whether the road ahead is clear.
To judge the speed of traffic approaching from behind.
To confirm other drivers have seen your indicator.
✓ A cyclist, pedestrian, or vehicle may be beside you.

Mirrors do not show every area around your vehicle. A blind-spot check can reveal cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists, or vehicles before you move off.

Driver checking a blind spot before moving off
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What does the AUTO setting on the lighting control do?

189. What does the AUTO setting on the lighting control do?

It switches on the front fog lights.
It flashes the headlights automatically.
✓ It switches the headlights on or off automatically when needed.
It keeps the main beam switched on.

The AUTO lighting setting allows the vehicle to switch its exterior lights on or off automatically according to ambient light conditions. The driver remains responsible for ensuring that the correct lights are being used.

AUTO setting on the vehicle's lighting control
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Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

190. Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

Open flames can reduce the fuel's quality.
Smoke can prevent the fuel cap from sealing.
Heat can make the fuel nozzle stop automatically.
✓ Fuel vapours can ignite and cause a fire.

Petrol and other fuels can produce flammable vapours. Smoking, open flames, sparks, or other ignition sources can ignite these vapours and cause a serious fire. Follow all filling-station safety rules while refuelling.

No-smoking warning at a filling station
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What should you do before a long journey to reduce the risk of driver fatigue?

191. What should you do before a long journey to reduce the risk of driver fatigue?

✓ Get enough sleep before starting the journey.
Keep the cabin as warm as possible.
Avoid taking any breaks until you feel tired.
Drink several energy drinks before leaving.

Getting enough sleep before a long journey helps reduce the risk of driver fatigue. Plan breaks in advance and avoid starting a long drive when you are already tired.

Rest and preparation before a long drive
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What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

192. What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

Use cruise control to maintain a constant speed.
Accelerate through the rain to clear it more quickly.
Use main beam to improve visibility.
✓ Reduce speed and increase your following distance.

Heavy rain reduces grip and visibility. Lower speed and extra distance give you more time to react safely.

Vehicle travelling through heavy rain
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What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

193. What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

Leave the engine running to protect the battery.
✓ Switch off the engine before starting to refuel.
Switch on the hazard lights while refuelling.
Keep the engine idling if the vehicle is outside.

Switch off the engine before refuelling. Fuel vapours are flammable, so avoid ignition sources and follow the safety instructions at the filling station. If fuel is spilled, do not start the vehicle until the situation has been made safe.

Vehicle at a pump before refuelling
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Why are reversing and making a U-turn on a motorway extremely dangerous?

194. Why are reversing and making a U-turn on a motorway extremely dangerous?

✓ Other drivers approach quickly and do not expect traffic facing them.
The speedometer may become less accurate.
The steering may become heavier while turning around.
The vehicle may use more fuel during the manoeuvre.

Motorway traffic travels at high speed. Unexpected reversing or turning can cause a severe collision.

Vehicle on a motorway hard shoulder
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Why can headphones or very loud music be dangerous while driving?

195. Why can headphones or very loud music be dangerous while driving?

They can prevent the horn from working properly.
They can make the mirrors more difficult to adjust.
They can cause the speed limiter to switch off.
✓ They can make important warning sounds harder to hear.

Headphones or very loud music can reduce your awareness of horns, sirens, warning sounds, and surrounding traffic. Keep the volume at a level that allows you to remain aware of what is happening around the vehicle.

Driver wearing headphones at the wheel
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

196. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Four-wheel drive.
✓ Driving mode selection.
Cruise control.
Parking assistance.

This control selects a driving mode. Depending on the vehicle, different modes can alter characteristics such as accelerator response, steering assistance, transmission behaviour or energy use.

Selector for the vehicle's driving modes
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Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

197. Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

It can reduce the effectiveness of your mirrors.
It can make oncoming traffic harder to see.
✓ The edge may be uneven or weak.
It can make your speed harder to judge.

Road edges can be soft, uneven, or damaged. Driving too close to the edge can reduce control or cause the vehicle to leave the road.

Vehicle travelling close to the road edge
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What licence is needed for a B vehicle towing a trailer up to 3,500 kg above 4,250 kg combined MAM?

198. What licence is needed for a B vehicle towing a trailer up to 3,500 kg above 4,250 kg combined MAM?

Licence B with Code 96.
✓ Licence BE.
Licence C1.
Licence B.

Category BE covers a category B towing vehicle with a trailer or semi-trailer having a maximum authorised mass of up to 3,500 kg. Category B with Code 96 is limited to combinations with a maximum authorised mass of up to 4,250 kg.

Car and trailer combination for category BE
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At what age can you obtain a Belgian provisional licence M36?

199. At what age can you obtain a Belgian provisional licence M36?

21 years.
16 years.
✓ 17 years.
20 years.

A Belgian provisional driving licence M36 may be obtained from the age of 17. The learner must drive with an authorised guide.

Minimum age for a Belgian M36 provisional driving licence
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

200. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

The windscreen is frozen.
Air conditioning is active.
Winter tyres are fitted.
✓ Risk of icy road conditions.

This symbol warns that the outside temperature is low enough for ice to form. Road surfaces, especially bridges and shaded areas, may be slippery even when they appear clear.

Icy-road warning symbol on the dashboard
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