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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Colombia
True/false 17 Colombia 23 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 590
You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

301. You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

False.
✓ True.

Checking your mirrors helps you see surrounding traffic before moving into another lane.

Driver checking a mirror before changing lanes
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What information is needed when requesting emergency assistance?

302. What information is needed when requesting emergency assistance?

Only the road name and nearest town.
✓ Your exact location, direction of travel, vehicle details, and the problem.
Your name, destination, and planned route.
Your insurance details and last service date.

Road numbers, junctions, location markers, direction of travel, and a clear description of the incident help assistance reach you quickly.

Requesting help after a vehicle breakdown
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What should you do if you feel tired while driving?

303. What should you do if you feel tired while driving?

Drive faster to reach your destination sooner.
Turn up the radio to stay alert.
Drink coffee and continue without stopping.
✓ Stop in a safe place and take a break.

Driving while tired reduces concentration and reaction time. Stop somewhere safe and rest before continuing.

Tired driver taking a break from a journey
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

304. Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

Because they cannot use brake lights.
✓ Because it may move slowly or stop unexpectedly.
Because they must always travel in the centre of the road.
Because these vehicles always have priority.

Vehicles transporting animals may accelerate slowly, take bends carefully, or brake gently to protect their load.

Vehicle following an animal transporter
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How can strong crosswinds affect a vehicle towing a trailer?

305. How can strong crosswinds affect a vehicle towing a trailer?

They affect only the towing vehicle, not the trailer.
They improve tyre grip on exposed roads.
They matter only when the trailer is empty.
✓ They can push the trailer sideways and reduce stability.

Trailers have large side surfaces and may be affected strongly by wind, especially on bridges and exposed roads.

Vehicle and trailer exposed to crosswinds
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Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

306. Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

✓ Many animals are more active at these times.
Road signs are harder for animals to recognise.
Animals cannot see vehicles during daylight.
Speed limits change automatically at dawn and dusk.

Many wild animals are most active around dawn and dusk, when visibility may also be reduced.

Wild animal beside a road in low light
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What should you do before rejoining traffic after a breakdown?

307. What should you do before rejoining traffic after a breakdown?

Check your mirrors only and pull out if they look clear.
Enter the lane slowly so other traffic has time to react.
Pull out as soon as there is enough space for your vehicle.
✓ Check all around, signal, and enter only when there is a safe gap.

Check mirrors and blind spots, signal clearly, and build up speed safely without causing approaching traffic to brake suddenly.

Vehicle preparing to rejoin traffic after a breakdown
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What should you do if the pedestrian light is red?

308. What should you do if the pedestrian light is red?

Cross if another pedestrian has already started.
Cross if nearby vehicles appear to have stopped.
Start crossing if the signal is about to change.
✓ Wait until it turns green.

A red pedestrian signal means you should wait before crossing.

Red pedestrian signal at a crossing
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Which side is normally used for overtaking in Colombia?

309. Which side is normally used for overtaking in Colombia?

Right-hand side.
✓ Left-hand side.

Drivers normally overtake on the left-hand side in Colombia.

Vehicle overtaking on the left
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What should you do if the brakes fade during a long descent?

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

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

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

311. 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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Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

312. Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

They could make it harder to adjust the driver's seat.
✓ They could roll into the pedals and interfere with control.
They could make the pedals noisier to operate.
They could block the footwell ventilation.

Loose objects in the driver's footwell, such as bottles, cans, or rubbish, can roll into the pedal area and interfere with the accelerator, brake, or clutch. Keep the footwell clear so you can operate the pedals safely and without obstruction.

Loose objects in the driver's footwell
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

313. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Electronic stability control.
✓ Four-wheel-drive system.
Low tyre pressure.
Parking assistance.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's four-wheel-drive system, which can transmit power to all four wheels. The exact symbol and operating modes vary between vehicles.

Four-wheel-drive system symbol on the dashboard
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How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

314. How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

It makes your reactions faster.
✓ It can reduce judgement, coordination, and reaction speed.
It has no effect if you drive slowly.
It improves your ability to judge distance.

Alcohol affects several abilities needed for safe driving, including concentration, decision-making, coordination, and hazard perception.

Alcohol impairment and driving ability
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Why should you leave space when cycling beside parked cars?

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

Because parked vehicles have priority over cyclists.
✓ A door may open suddenly.
To stay outside the marked parking area.
To make it easier for traffic to overtake you.

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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It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

316. It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

True.
✓ False.

Using your phone while driving is distracting and dangerous, even for a very short moment.

Driver glancing at a phone while driving
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

317. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Hazard warning lights.
✓ Horn.
Parking assistance.
Headlight flash.

This symbol indicates the horn control. The horn is used to warn other road users of your presence when necessary.

Vehicle horn control and symbol
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What word is commonly shown on STOP signs in Colombia?

318. What word is commonly shown on STOP signs in Colombia?

DUR.
STOP.
✓ PARE.
ALTO.

In Colombia, STOP signs commonly display the word PARE.

Different wording used on stop signs
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

319. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Bonnet release.
Central door locking.
✓ Fuel-filler flap release.
Boot release.

This control releases the fuel-filler flap, allowing access to the vehicle's fuel filler.

Release control for the fuel-filler flap
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Why should loose items inside a vehicle be secured?

320. Why should loose items inside a vehicle be secured?

✓ They can become dangerous projectiles during sudden braking or a collision.
They can increase the vehicle's fuel consumption.
They can reduce tyre pressure while driving.
They can make the engine overheat.

Loose objects can move or be thrown forwards during sudden braking or a collision. Secure luggage and other items so they cannot injure occupants or interfere with the driver or vehicle controls.

Loose luggage and objects inside a vehicle
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Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

321. Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

Vehicles with full fuel tanks.
Vehicles without winter tyres.
Electric vehicles.
✓ High-sided vehicles such as trucks, buses, and vans.

High-sided vehicles can be pushed sideways because of their large side area. Cyclists and motorcyclists can also be strongly affected by sudden gusts.

High-sided vehicle exposed to crosswinds
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

322. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Boot or tailgate release.
Fuel-filler flap release.
Window lock.
Bonnet release.

This symbol indicates the boot or tailgate release. Operating the control unlocks or opens the luggage compartment, depending on the vehicle.

Boot or tailgate release control
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What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

323. What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

Follow construction vehicles through the closed lane.
Ignore the temporary signs if your lane is still open.
✓ Follow the temporary signs and merge safely when required.
Reverse back the way you came.

Observe the temporary signs, adjust your speed, and merge safely according to the traffic situation and local rules.

Temporary traffic-lane closure ahead
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Why should cyclists avoid riding in a large vehicle's blind spot?

324. Why should cyclists avoid riding in a large vehicle's blind spot?

The driver can always hear a cyclist beside the vehicle.
Large vehicles always have priority when turning.
✓ The driver may not be able to see them.
Blind spots matter only when a vehicle is reversing.

Buses and trucks have large areas where the driver cannot see cyclists, especially beside the vehicle and near turns.

Cyclist in a large vehicle's blind spot
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Why should you not drive too close behind another vehicle?

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

It increases tyre pressure.
It makes your headlights less effective.
It causes the vehicle ahead to use more fuel.
✓ You may not have enough time to stop.

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 does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

326. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Central door locking.
✓ Electric window control.
Child safety lock.
Window lock.

This control operates the vehicle's electric windows. Pressing or pulling the switch lowers or raises the corresponding window.

Switch for operating an electric window
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What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

327. What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

To lock the seat in position.
✓ To release the seat belt.
To tighten the shoulder belt.
To adjust the belt height.

Pressing the button on the seat-belt buckle releases the latch so the belt can be unfastened. Keep the seat belt fastened whenever required while the vehicle is moving.

Release button on a seat-belt buckle
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Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

328. Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

To lock the gear lever in position.
To apply the brakes.
To increase engine speed.
✓ To disengage the engine fully from the transmission.

Pressing the clutch pedal fully disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing the gear to be changed smoothly and reducing unnecessary wear on the gearbox and clutch.

Clutch pedal pressed fully for a gear change
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Why should you notice the location of emergency exits in a tunnel?

329. Why should you notice the location of emergency exits in a tunnel?

Pedestrians may be crossing near them.
They provide shortcuts to nearby roads.
They mark areas where vehicles may stop temporarily.
✓ You may need to reach one quickly during an emergency.

Knowing where emergency exits and refuge areas are located can save valuable time during a fire, collision, or evacuation.

Emergency exit inside a road tunnel
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Why should you be cautious when following a vehicle carrying a loose load?

330. Why should you be cautious when following a vehicle carrying a loose load?

✓ Objects may fall onto the road.
Loose loads give the vehicle priority when changing lanes.
The vehicle must always travel at a lower speed.
Loose loads prevent the driver from using the mirrors.

A poorly secured load can fall or shift suddenly. Keep extra distance and avoid following too closely.

Vehicle carrying an unsecured load ahead
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What should you do when construction vehicles enter or leave the road?

331. What should you do when construction vehicles enter or leave the road?

✓ Slow down and be prepared for them to move across your path.
Accelerate before the vehicle reaches the road.
Drive closely behind it until there is room to pass.
Assume it will stop before entering your lane.

Construction vehicles may move slowly, have limited visibility, or carry loose material. Give them time and space to manoeuvre.

Construction vehicle entering or leaving a road
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What can slow engine cranking or dim lights indicate?

332. What can slow engine cranking or dim lights indicate?

A blocked air filter.
Worn brake pads.
Incorrect tyre pressure.
✓ A weak battery or charging-system problem.

Slow starting, dim lights, or repeated battery warnings can indicate a weak battery, poor electrical connection, or a fault in the charging system.

Vehicle battery and difficulty starting the engine
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What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled junction?

333. What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled junction?

Enter first if you reach the junction before another vehicle.
Continue at normal speed unless another vehicle is visible.
✓ Slow down, look carefully in all directions, and proceed only when safe.
Check only the direction from which traffic usually has priority.

At an uncontrolled junction, priority may not be obvious. Reduce speed, check carefully, and only enter when you are sure it is safe.

Vehicle approaching an uncontrolled junction
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Why should you avoid stopping in a blind spot of a large vehicle?

334. Why should you avoid stopping in a blind spot of a large vehicle?

✓ The driver may not be able to see you.
Blind spots only matter when a vehicle is reversing.
Stopping beside a large vehicle makes you easier to see.
Large vehicles always have priority when changing lanes.

Large vehicles have bigger blind spots. If you stop where the driver cannot see you, you may be at risk when the vehicle moves or turns.

Vehicle positioned in a large vehicle's blind spot
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

335. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low fuel level.
Low engine oil.
Engine-temperature warning.
Low washer fluid.

This symbol indicates that the fuel level is low. Refuel soon to reduce the risk of running out of fuel.

Low-fuel warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should a motorcycle helmet be worn correctly and securely fastened?

336. Why should a motorcycle helmet be worn correctly and securely fastened?

To improve the rider's hearing in traffic.
To prevent the motorcycle from skidding.
✓ To reduce the risk of serious head injury in a collision.
To make the motorcycle easier to balance.

A correctly fitted and securely fastened motorcycle helmet helps protect the rider's head and can reduce the risk and severity of head injury in a collision or fall.

Motorcyclist wearing a securely fastened helmet
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Why should you avoid wearing dark clothing at night?

337. Why should you avoid wearing dark clothing at night?

Street lighting makes dark clothing easy to see.
Dark clothing reflects more light from vehicles.
✓ Drivers may have difficulty seeing you.
Clothing colour matters only on unlit roads.

Dark clothing makes pedestrians harder to see in low-light conditions. Bright or reflective clothing improves visibility.

Pedestrian wearing dark clothing at night
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How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

338. How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

✓ It can raise the centre of gravity and reduce stability.
It makes the vehicle more stable in bends.
It affects only fuel consumption, not handling.
It reduces the effect of strong crosswinds.

Weight carried high on the vehicle can increase body movement and make sudden steering or cornering less stable.

Vehicle carrying a raised roof load
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Should motorcyclists wear protective clothing?

339. Should motorcyclists wear protective clothing?

✓ Yes, it can reduce injuries from falls and contact with the road.
No, it is only useful when riding at high speeds.
No, a helmet provides enough protection on its own.
No, protective clothing is only needed in bad weather.

Motorcyclists should wear protective clothing because it can reduce injuries from falls, impacts and sliding on the road. Suitable jackets, trousers, gloves and boots provide additional protection, but they do not replace a securely fitted helmet or safe riding.

Motorcyclist wearing protective riding clothing
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What should you do if a seat belt is frayed or damaged?

340. What should you do if a seat belt is frayed or damaged?

✓ Have it inspected and replaced before relying on it.
Use it normally if the buckle still locks.
Cover the damaged section and continue using it.
Twist the damaged section so it cannot tear further.

A damaged seat belt may not provide proper protection in a collision. Frayed webbing, damaged buckles, faulty retractors, or other defects should be professionally inspected and repaired or replaced before the seat belt is relied upon.

Frayed or damaged seat-belt webbing
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Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

341. Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

To keep the engine from overheating.
To make the windscreen wipers work better.
✓ Because visibility and grip may be reduced.
To reduce fuel consumption.

Rain, snow, fog, and ice can reduce visibility and tyre grip. Lower speed gives you more time and distance to react and stop safely.

Vehicle travelling in poor weather
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Why are reversing and making a U-turn on a motorway extremely dangerous?

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

The steering may become heavier while turning around.
Motorway cameras may not recognise the vehicle correctly.
The speedometer may become less accurate.
✓ Other drivers approach quickly and do not expect traffic facing them.

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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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

343. You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

✓ False.
True.

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop, even if no other traffic is visible.

Stop sign at a quiet junction
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What should you do when meeting another vehicle on a narrow mountain road?

344. What should you do when meeting another vehicle on a narrow mountain road?

✓ Slow down and use a safe passing place if necessary.
Maintain speed and pass as closely as possible.
Move toward the centre so the other driver gives way.
Stop where the road is narrowest and wait.

Narrow mountain roads may not provide enough space for two vehicles. Reduce speed and cooperate to pass safely.

Vehicles meeting on a narrow mountain road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

345. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Diesel particulate filter warning.
Charging-system warning.
Engine-temperature warning.
Engine-management warning.

This symbol indicates a problem with the diesel particulate filter (DPF), often because soot has accumulated in the filter. The vehicle may require regeneration or professional inspection, depending on the vehicle and warning status.

Diesel particulate filter warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

346. What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

Press it fully while pressing the clutch.
✓ Ease off it while pressing the clutch.
Keep it pressed at the same position.
Press the brake pedal instead.

When changing to a higher gear, ease off the accelerator as you press the clutch and select the next gear. Release the clutch smoothly and then apply the accelerator progressively.

Changing to a higher gear in a manual vehicle
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How should a three-point seat belt normally be worn during pregnancy?

347. How should a three-point seat belt normally be worn during pregnancy?

With the shoulder belt placed behind the back.
Using only the lap section of the seat belt.
Loosely fitted so it does not press against the body.
✓ With the lap belt low across the hips and the shoulder belt across the chest.

During pregnancy, a three-point seat belt should be worn correctly. The lap belt should sit low across the hips, below the abdomen, while the shoulder belt should pass across the chest and to the side of the abdomen. The belt should fit snugly and should not be placed behind the back or under the arm.

Seat-belt positioning during pregnancy
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Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

348. Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

To make the belt easier to unfasten.
✓ To position the shoulder belt correctly across the body.
To prevent the seat from moving.
To increase the length of the lap belt.

The seat-belt height adjustment helps position the shoulder belt correctly across the chest and shoulder. It should not run across the neck or under the arm.

Height adjustment for the shoulder section of a seat belt
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What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

349. What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

The engine may automatically slow the vehicle.
✓ The brakes may overheat and become less effective.
Nothing, if the brake fluid level is correct.
The brakes may become more effective as they heat up.

Continuous braking can cause the brakes to overheat and fade, reducing braking performance. Use a lower gear to help control speed with engine braking.

Vehicle braking during a long descent
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How can a heavy load affect stopping distance?

350. How can a heavy load affect stopping distance?

It makes the brakes respond more quickly.
It reduces the driver's reaction time.
✓ It can increase the distance needed to stop.
It always shortens the stopping distance.

A heavily loaded vehicle has more mass and may require additional distance to slow down or stop safely.

Loaded vehicle and the space needed for braking
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