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Traffic rules
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True/false 17 Germany 37 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 644
What should you do if you have taken drugs that may impair your driving?

251. What should you do if you have taken drugs that may impair your driving?

Wait until you feel more confident.
✓ Do not drive.
Drive only on familiar roads.
Drive slowly and avoid motorways.

Drugs can impair judgement, coordination, concentration, and reaction time. Their effects can be unpredictable and may continue after you feel that the main effects have passed. Do not drive while impaired.

Drug impairment and the decision not to drive
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What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

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

Test the bicycle by riding it before checking for damage.
Check only the parts that were directly involved in the fall.
Check only the bicycle and ignore minor injuries.
✓ Check yourself and inspect the bicycle before riding again.

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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How can higher speed affect fuel or energy consumption?

253. How can higher speed affect fuel or energy consumption?

✓ It can increase consumption because air resistance rises.
It reduces aerodynamic resistance.
It improves tyre efficiency in every situation.
It always reduces consumption.

As speed increases, aerodynamic resistance generally rises, so the vehicle needs more energy to maintain that speed. Driving smoothly at an appropriate speed can therefore reduce fuel or energy consumption.

Vehicle speed and aerodynamic resistance
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Why should you hold the steering wheel firmly during strong gusts?

254. Why should you hold the steering wheel firmly during strong gusts?

To improve tyre grip.
To keep the suspension level.
✓ To maintain control if the vehicle is pushed.
To reduce braking distance.

A firm but relaxed grip helps you respond safely to sudden changes caused by wind.

Driver holding the steering wheel during strong gusts
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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

255. 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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Why should you slow down near schools or playgrounds?

256. Why should you slow down near schools or playgrounds?

School zones are closed to normal traffic.
Children always have priority near schools.
✓ Children may behave unpredictably.
Children are easier to see when you drive slowly.

Children may suddenly cross the road or move unexpectedly, so drivers should slow down and stay alert near schools and playgrounds.

Vehicle approaching a school or playground area
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Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

257. 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 should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

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

Merge without checking if traffic is moving slowly.
✓ Follow the temporary signs and merge safely when required.
Ignore the temporary signs if your lane is still open.
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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What should you normally do before changing gear in a manual vehicle?

259. What should you normally do before changing gear in a manual vehicle?

Switch off the engine.
Press the accelerator pedal fully.
Apply the parking brake.
✓ Press the clutch pedal fully.

Pressing the clutch pedal disconnects the engine from the transmission so that another gear can be selected. After changing gear, the clutch should be released smoothly.

Clutch operation when changing gear in a manual vehicle
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

260. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Fuel-filler flap release.
Central door locking.
Parking brake.
✓ Bonnet release.

This control releases the bonnet so that it can be opened. A secondary safety catch under the bonnet normally has to be released before it can be fully raised.

Bonnet-release control and symbol
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

261. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

A brake-system fault.
✓ A general warning requiring attention.
Low tyre pressure.
Electronic stability control.

This is a general or master warning symbol. It indicates that the vehicle has detected a condition requiring attention and is often accompanied by a message or another warning on the instrument display.

General warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet road markings?

262. Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet road markings?

✓ They can provide less grip than the surrounding road.
They can increase the motorcycle's engine temperature.
They can make the brakes overheat.
They can prevent the indicators from working.

Wet painted road markings can provide less grip than the surrounding road surface. Ride smoothly over them and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering that could cause the tyres to lose grip.

Motorcycle approaching wet painted road markings
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Why must a roof load be securely attached?

263. Why must a roof load be securely attached?

To keep the vehicle within its normal height.
Because the roof will hold the load in place while driving.
Because light roof loads cannot be affected by the wind.
✓ It could shift or fall and create a serious hazard.

A roof load is exposed to strong airflow and movement. It must be restrained correctly and kept within the permitted limits.

Load secured to a vehicle's roof
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Which licence category is mainly associated with trucks?

264. Which licence category is mainly associated with trucks?

Licence D.
Licence A.
Licence AM.
✓ Licence C.

Driving licence C is mainly associated with trucks. Category C1 covers smaller heavy vehicles, C covers larger heavy vehicles, and C1E and CE allow heavier trailers.

Truck and category C driving licence
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Why are reversing and making a U-turn on a motorway extremely dangerous?

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

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.
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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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

266. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Engine-temperature warning.
✓ Low windscreen washer fluid.
Windscreen demister active.
Low coolant level.

This symbol indicates that the windscreen washer fluid level is low. Refill the washer-fluid reservoir with suitable fluid when possible.

Low washer-fluid warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does a green traffic light mean?

267. What does a green traffic light mean?

✓ You may proceed if it is safe.
You may enter even if traffic is blocking the junction.
You may turn in any direction without checking the signs.
You must proceed as soon as the light turns green.

A green light allows you to continue, but you must still watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.

Green traffic light at a junction
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What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

268. What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

✓ Wait until there is enough space to clear the tracks completely.
Enter the crossing and wait for traffic to move.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely across the tracks.
Stop on the tracks if no train is visible.

Never enter a railway crossing unless you can clear the tracks completely. If traffic ahead is blocked, wait before the crossing so you cannot become trapped on the railway.

Congested traffic beyond a railway crossing
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What should you do before a long journey to reduce the risk of driver fatigue?

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

Plan to drive through the night.
✓ Get enough sleep before starting the journey.
Drink several energy drinks before leaving.
Keep the cabin as warm as possible.

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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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence C?

270. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence C?

✓ Truck.
Bus.
Car.
Motorcycle.

Driving licence C is mainly associated with trucks. Category C1 covers smaller heavy vehicles, C covers larger heavy vehicles, and C1E and CE allow heavier trailers.

Driving licence card for category C
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Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

271. Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

The dashboard brightness control.
The hazard warning switch.
✓ The lighting stalk.
The windscreen-wiper stalk.

The lighting stalk is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights. The exact movement varies between vehicles, so check the vehicle controls before driving.

Lighting stalk for switching between dipped and main beam
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Why should you avoid selecting N while driving downhill in an automatic vehicle?

272. Why should you avoid selecting N while driving downhill in an automatic vehicle?

✓ It reduces engine braking and vehicle control.
It applies the parking brake.
It increases engine braking.
It automatically selects a lower gear.

Selecting N (Neutral) while driving downhill disconnects the engine from the driven wheels, reducing engine braking. Keep an appropriate drive or gear selected so you can maintain better control of the vehicle.

Neutral selection and downhill coasting in an automatic vehicle
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What does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

273. What does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

The speed of the rear wiper.
The amount of washer fluid sprayed.
✓ The time between wiper sweeps.
The brightness of the dashboard.

The intermittent wiper interval control adjusts the time between windscreen-wiper sweeps, allowing the driver to match the wiping frequency to light rain or spray.

Interval adjustment for intermittent windscreen wiping
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What should you do if a friend who has been drinking wants to drive?

274. What should you do if a friend who has been drinking wants to drive?

Give them coffee and wait a short while.
✓ Encourage them not to drive and arrange safe transport.
Let them drive if they say they feel sober.
Follow them home in another vehicle.

Preventing an impaired person from driving can protect them, their passengers, and other road users. Arrange a sober driver, taxi, public transport, or accommodation.

Friends discussing safe transport after drinking
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What should you do with the parking brake when parking on a slope?

275. What should you do with the parking brake when parking on a slope?

✓ Apply it firmly.
Use it only if the engine is running.
Release it completely.
Leave it partly applied.

When parking on a slope, apply the parking brake firmly to help prevent the vehicle from rolling. Selecting an appropriate gear or Park provides additional security.

Using the parking brake when parking on a slope
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

276. What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

Open a window to stay alert.
Drive slowly and avoid motorways.
✓ Do not drive until the effect has passed.
Drive only for short distances.

If a medicine causes drowsiness, your concentration, judgement, and reaction time may be reduced. Do not drive until you are fit to do so and the effect has passed.

Drowsiness after taking medicine
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What should you do if visibility is reduced by fog?

277. What should you do if visibility is reduced by fog?

Use main beam to see further through the fog.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely as a guide.
Use hazard lights instead of normal headlights.
✓ Slow down and use the correct lights.

Fog makes it harder to see and be seen. Reduce speed, increase following distance, and use the correct lights.

Fog reducing visibility on a road
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What should you do if fog becomes so thick that you cannot see safely?

278. What should you do if fog becomes so thick that you cannot see safely?

✓ Slow down and stop in a safe location away from traffic if necessary.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely for guidance.
Continue slowly by following the road markings.
Stop immediately in the traffic lane.

If visibility becomes dangerously poor, find a safe place to stop rather than continuing without being able to see clearly.

Dense fog obscuring the road ahead
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How should a bicycle helmet fit?

279. How should a bicycle helmet fit?

Tilted back to keep your forehead clear.
Tight enough to feel uncomfortable.
High on the head with the straps loose.
✓ Level, secure, and comfortably fitted.

A helmet should sit level on the head and remain securely in place so it can provide effective protection.

Bicycle helmet positioned securely on the rider's head
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When should you use rear fog lights?

280. When should you use rear fog lights?

When another vehicle is following closely.
When driving on an unlit road.
When driving on high-speed roads at night.
✓ When visibility is seriously reduced by fog or similar conditions.

Rear fog lights are very bright and should only be used when visibility is poor enough to require them.

Rear fog lights used in severely reduced visibility
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How should you approach a sharp bend on a mountain road?

281. How should you approach a sharp bend on a mountain road?

Move toward the centre of the road for a better view.
Overtake just before entering the bend.
Brake hard while turning through the bend.
✓ Reduce speed before the bend and remain in your lane.

Mountain bends may hide oncoming vehicles, cyclists, animals, or debris. Slow down before entering and keep a safe road position.

Sharp bend on a mountain road
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What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

282. What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

Ignore its speed restriction on short journeys.
✓ Follow its speed and distance restrictions and replace it as soon as possible.
Drive normally if the vehicle feels stable.
Increase its pressure to match the other tyres.

Temporary spare wheels may have limited speed, distance, and handling capabilities. Arrange a proper repair or replacement promptly.

Temporary spare wheel fitted to a vehicle
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What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren on?

283. What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren on?

Ignore it if there is not enough room to pass.
Stop immediately wherever you are.
✓ Stay calm and make room safely.
Move aside without checking surrounding traffic.

When an emergency vehicle uses lights or siren, check your surroundings and make room safely without sudden or dangerous movements.

Emergency vehicle approaching with warning lights flashing
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Why should you leave extra space when passing cyclists in strong winds?

284. Why should you leave extra space when passing cyclists in strong winds?

Cyclists always ride more slowly in strong winds.
✓ They may be blown sideways unexpectedly.
Strong wind makes bicycle brakes less effective.
Cyclists must stop when a vehicle passes them.

Strong gusts can affect cyclists' balance and direction. Extra passing space reduces the risk of a collision.

Vehicle passing a cyclist in windy conditions
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What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

285. What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

The steering becomes lighter.
The power steering remains fully active.
✓ The steering lock may engage.
The wheels automatically straighten.

On vehicles fitted with a steering lock, removing the ignition key may allow the steering lock to engage. Never remove the key while the vehicle is moving.

Ignition key and vehicle steering lock
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Which pedal is used to increase the vehicle's speed?

286. Which pedal is used to increase the vehicle's speed?

✓ The accelerator pedal.
The footrest.
The brake pedal.
The clutch pedal.

The accelerator pedal controls the amount of power delivered by the engine and is used to increase or maintain the vehicle's speed. It is the right-hand pedal.

Accelerator pedal in the driver's footwell
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

287. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Brake-system warning.
Charging-system warning.
Power-steering warning.
✓ Airbag system warning.

This symbol indicates a possible fault in the airbag or supplementary restraint system. If it remains illuminated while driving, the system should be checked because one or more airbags or seat-belt pretensioners may not operate correctly in a collision.

Airbag-system warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you check before beginning a journey in severe winter weather?

288. What should you check before beginning a journey in severe winter weather?

✓ The weather, road conditions, tyres, fuel or charge, and emergency supplies.
Check whether other vehicles are using the roads.
Nothing extra if the vehicle has winter tyres.
Only whether the main roads have been cleared.

Check whether the journey is necessary and prepare for delays or changing conditions. Suitable tyres, sufficient fuel or charge, warm clothing, and basic emergency supplies may be important.

Preparing a vehicle for a winter journey
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Why can mixing alcohol with medicine be dangerous for drivers?

289. Why can mixing alcohol with medicine be dangerous for drivers?

Medicine can cancel out the effects of alcohol.
✓ The combination may increase drowsiness or impairment.
The combination is safe if taken with food.
Medicine prevents alcohol from causing drowsiness.

Some prescription and non-prescription medicines can intensify alcohol-related drowsiness, dizziness, poor coordination, or reduced concentration.

Alcohol and medicine as a driving-impairment risk
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Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

290. Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

✓ To prevent it from suddenly running into the road.
To make it easier for drivers to hear the dog.
To allow the dog to walk closer to moving traffic.
To make approaching vehicles drive more slowly.

Dogs can react unpredictably to vehicles, people, noises, or other animals. Keeping a dog under close control on a leash near traffic reduces the risk of it suddenly entering the road and endangering itself or other road users.

Pedestrian keeping a dog on a leash near traffic
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What is black ice?

291. What is black ice?

Ice that forms only during darkness.
Frozen mud covering the road surface.
Snow mixed with road dirt.
✓ A thin, often transparent layer of ice that can be difficult to see.

Black ice is difficult to detect because the road surface may look merely wet. It can cause a sudden and severe loss of grip.

Thin ice covering a road surface
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Which vehicles are covered by driving licence C1?

292. Which vehicles are covered by driving licence C1?

✓ Non-bus vehicles over 3,500 kg and up to 7,500 kg.
Goods vehicles over 7,500 kg only.
Vehicles up to 3,500 kg only.
Any heavy vehicle with a heavy trailer.

Category C1 covers motor vehicles, other than buses, with a maximum authorised mass above 3,500 kg and not exceeding 7,500 kg. They may carry no more than eight passengers in addition to the driver and may tow a trailer up to 750 kg.

Goods vehicle covered by category C1
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Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D1?

293. Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D1?

Goods vehicles up to 7,500 kg.
Cars carrying no more than eight passengers.
✓ Minibuses for up to 16 passengers and no longer than 8 m.
Buses designed for any number of passengers.

Category D1 covers vehicles designed to carry no more than 16 passengers in addition to the driver and with a maximum length of 8 metres. A trailer up to 750 kg may be towed.

Minibus covered by category D1
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Why should a seat belt not be twisted when worn?

294. Why should a seat belt not be twisted when worn?

A twisted belt prevents the airbags from working.
✓ A flat belt spreads collision forces more effectively.
A twisted belt can cause the buckle to open.
A flat belt makes the seat easier to adjust.

A seat belt should lie flat against the body without twists. A twisted belt concentrates force over a smaller area and may provide less effective protection in a collision.

Twisted seat belt across an occupant's body
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Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence CE?

295. Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence CE?

✓ A category C vehicle with a trailer over 750 kg.
A category D bus with a heavy trailer.
A C1 vehicle without a trailer.
A category C vehicle with a trailer up to 750 kg.

Category CE covers combinations consisting of a category C towing vehicle and a trailer or semi-trailer with a maximum authorised mass above 750 kg.

Heavy goods vehicle and trailer covered by category CE
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Which foot normally operates the brake and accelerator in a manual vehicle?

296. Which foot normally operates the brake and accelerator in a manual vehicle?

The left foot.
✓ The right foot.
Either foot.
The left foot for the brake and right foot for the accelerator.

In a manual vehicle, the right foot normally operates both the brake and accelerator pedals, while the left foot operates the clutch.

Pedal arrangement and foot controls in a manual vehicle
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What should you do before opening your car door near traffic?

297. What should you do before opening your car door near traffic?

✓ Check for cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles.
Open the door slowly and expect traffic to avoid you.
Check only the mirror before opening the door.
Check only for vehicles, not cyclists or pedestrians.

Before opening a car door, check carefully for cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles to avoid causing a collision.

Checking for passing road users before opening a car door
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What should you expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

298. What should you expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

All vehicles must drive in the centre of the lane.
Large vehicles must stop before entering the narrow section.
✓ Less space between your vehicle, barriers, and other traffic.
The speed limit automatically increases.

Narrow lanes leave less room for error. Keep a steady position, avoid drifting toward barriers or nearby vehicles, and reduce speed if necessary.

Narrow traffic lanes through roadworks
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Why should you never reverse or make a U-turn inside a tunnel unless directed?

299. Why should you never reverse or make a U-turn inside a tunnel unless directed?

Reversing can interfere with the tunnel lighting.
The tunnel may be too narrow for the vehicle to turn.
A U-turn can confuse the tunnel's traffic monitoring system.
✓ It can cause a serious collision with approaching traffic.

Other drivers may not expect a vehicle to reverse or turn around. Only change direction when instructed by police or tunnel staff.

Vehicle manoeuvring inside a road tunnel
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Who generally has priority at an uncontrolled intersection in Germany?

300. Who generally has priority at an uncontrolled intersection in Germany?

The vehicle travelling fastest.
✓ Traffic approaching from the right.
Traffic approaching from the left.
The largest vehicle.

At an uncontrolled intersection in Germany, you generally give way to traffic approaching from the right.

Vehicles approaching an uncontrolled junction from different directions
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