QuizTraffic rulesNorway

This interesting quiz helps you test your knowledge in a clear and visual way. With easy multiple-choice questions, you can quickly build confidence and learn new facts while keeping it simple, interactive, and fun.


What should you do after stopping because of a breakdown?

601. What should you do after stopping because of a breakdown?

✓ Apply the parking brake, switch off the engine, and use hazard lights.
Switch off the hazard lights once the vehicle has stopped.
Leave the engine running and keep the vehicle in neutral.
Stand behind the vehicle to warn approaching traffic.

Secure the vehicle so that it cannot move and use the hazard warning lights to alert approaching traffic. Where required and safe, place a warning triangle to give additional warning.

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What should you do if animals are gathered beside a narrow rural road?

602. What should you do if animals are gathered beside a narrow rural road?

Maintain speed because the animals are beside the road.
✓ Reduce speed and pass only when there is enough space.
Use the opposite lane without checking.
Drive close to prevent them entering your lane.

Animals beside a narrow road may step into your path. Slow down and leave as much safe space as possible.

Animals gathered beside a narrow rural road
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What should you check before starting a motorcycle journey?

603. What should you check before starting a motorcycle journey?

✓ Tyres, brakes, lights, steering, and controls.
Only the brakes and lights.
Nothing if the motorcycle was recently serviced.
Only the fuel level and mirrors.

Before riding, carry out a basic safety check. Check the tyres, brakes, lights, steering and controls, and inspect the drive chain, belt or other drive components where applicable. Finding a problem before setting off can prevent a breakdown or loss of control.

Checking a motorcycle before a journey
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What should you do if your vehicle begins to drift onto the shoulder?

604. What should you do if your vehicle begins to drift onto the shoulder?

Brake firmly before returning to the road.
Accelerate slightly before steering back onto the road.
Keep driving on the shoulder until the road becomes wider.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and steer back smoothly when safe.

If you drift onto the shoulder, avoid sudden steering or braking. Slow gently and return to the road smoothly when it is safe.

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Why should hard braking be avoided while a motorcycle is leaning in a bend?

605. Why should hard braking be avoided while a motorcycle is leaning in a bend?

✓ It can reduce stability and available tyre grip.
It increases tyre pressure immediately.
It can make the engine overheat.
It makes the motorcycle turn more sharply.

When a motorcycle is leaning, the tyres are already using grip to turn. Hard braking can demand additional grip and may reduce stability. Whenever possible, adjust speed before the bend and use smooth, controlled inputs while cornering.

Motorcycle leaning while travelling through a bend
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What should you do first after a collision?

606. What should you do first after a collision?

Check the vehicle damage before checking for injuries.
✓ Stop, check for danger and injuries, and call for help if needed.
Call your insurance company before checking for danger.
Discuss who caused the collision before calling for help.

Stop the vehicle, warn other traffic where appropriate, assess immediate danger and injuries, and contact the emergency services when needed. Exchange any details required by local law.

Vehicles stopped after a road collision
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What should you do when approaching a stop sign?

607. What should you do when approaching a stop sign?

Give way without stopping if the road is clear.
✓ Come to a complete stop before proceeding.
Slow down and stop only if traffic is approaching.
Stop only after entering the junction.

A stop sign requires you to come to a complete stop at the required position. Check carefully for other road users and proceed only when it is safe.

Vehicle approaching a stop sign
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Why should the driver's floor mat be properly secured?

608. Why should the driver's floor mat be properly secured?

✓ It could slide forwards and interfere with the pedals.
It could make the steering wheel harder to turn.
It could cause the tyres to lose pressure.
It could prevent the seat belt from locking.

A loose or incorrectly fitted floor mat can move into the pedal area and interfere with the accelerator, brake, or clutch. Make sure the driver's floor mat is correctly fitted, secured, and does not obstruct any pedal.

Driver's floor mat near the pedals
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What should you normally do with the gearbox during a longer stop in a manual vehicle?

609. What should you normally do with the gearbox during a longer stop in a manual vehicle?

Select reverse gear.
Keep first gear selected with the clutch pressed.
Keep the accelerator pressed.
✓ Select neutral and release the clutch.

During a longer stop, selecting neutral and releasing the clutch can reduce unnecessary strain on the clutch release mechanism. Keep the vehicle securely held with the brake or parking brake as appropriate.

Neutral gear selection during a longer stop
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When should a passenger get on or off a motorcycle?

610. When should a passenger get on or off a motorcycle?

As soon as the engine has been started.
Before the rider has balanced the motorcycle.
✓ When the motorcycle is stationary and the rider is ready.
While the motorcycle is moving slowly.

A passenger getting on or off can shift the motorcycle's balance suddenly. The motorcycle should be stationary and stable, and the passenger should wait until the rider is ready and prepared to support the extra movement.

Passenger getting onto a stationary motorcycle
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What should you normally do when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off?

611. What should you normally do when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off?

✓ Stop refuelling rather than continuing to top up the tank.
Keep filling until fuel reaches the filler opening.
Remove the nozzle and restart the engine immediately.
Shake the vehicle to make room for more fuel.

When the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off, stop refuelling rather than repeatedly topping up the tank. Continuing can cause fuel to spill or overflow and may interfere with the vehicle's fuel-vapour control system.

Fuel nozzle in a vehicle's filler opening
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Why should you avoid resting your hand on the gear lever while driving?

612. Why should you avoid resting your hand on the gear lever while driving?

It can increase engine speed.
It can disengage the clutch.
✓ It can cause unnecessary wear in the gear-selection mechanism.
It can apply the parking brake.

Resting your hand on the gear lever can place unnecessary pressure on parts of the gear-selection mechanism and contribute to wear. Keep both hands on the steering wheel when you are not changing gear.

Driver's hand resting on a manual gear lever
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How should a motorcyclist brake in an emergency?

613. How should a motorcyclist brake in an emergency?

✓ Apply both brakes firmly and progressively.
Release both brakes before stopping.
Steer sharply while braking hard.
Use only the rear brake.

During emergency braking, use both brakes firmly and progressively while keeping the motorcycle as upright and stable as practical. Avoid sudden steering. If ABS is fitted, maintain firm braking pressure and allow the system to work.

Motorcyclist making an emergency stop
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Why should unnecessary engine idling be avoided?

614. Why should unnecessary engine idling be avoided?

It makes the tyres lose pressure.
It prevents the battery from charging.
It always causes the engine to overheat.
✓ It uses fuel without moving the vehicle.

An idling combustion engine uses fuel while the vehicle is stationary. Avoid unnecessary idling where it is safe and appropriate to switch the engine off, taking account of the vehicle manufacturer's instructions and local rules.

Stationary vehicle with its engine idling
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

615. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Front fog lights.
Rear fog lights.
Sidelights.
✓ Dipped headlights.

This symbol indicates that the dipped headlights are switched on. Dipped headlights illuminate the road ahead while limiting glare for other road users.

Dipped-headlight symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

616. What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

✓ Make sure it is safe and allowed.
Overtake whenever the vehicle ahead is moving slowly.
Signal and expect other traffic to make room.
Move out first and check whether the road is clear.

Before overtaking, check the road, mirrors, blind spots, signs, and markings, use your indicator, and only overtake when it is safe and permitted.

Vehicle preparing to overtake another vehicle
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What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Norway?

617. What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Norway?

40 km/h.
30 km/h.
✓ 50 km/h.
Other speed limit.

The general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Norway is 50 km/h, unless signs indicate otherwise.

Speed limits for cars in built-up areas
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

618. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Seat heating.
✓ Seat adjustment.
Steering-wheel adjustment.
Mirror adjustment.

This control adjusts the position of the seat. Depending on the vehicle, it may move the seat forwards or backwards, raise or lower it, or change the backrest angle.

Control for adjusting the driver's seat
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What should you check shortly after securing a load?

619. What should you check shortly after securing a load?

Increase speed briefly to test the restraints.
✓ Stop safely and check that the restraints are still tight.
Loosen the restraints slightly after the load has settled.
Assume the load is secure once the journey has started.

Loads and straps may settle or loosen after the journey begins. Recheck them at a safe stopping place.

Rechecking straps securing a vehicle's load
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

620. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Electric window control.
Exterior mirror adjustment.
✓ Exterior mirror folding.
Seat adjustment.

This control folds or unfolds the vehicle's exterior mirrors. It is useful when parking in narrow spaces or when leaving the vehicle parked.

Control for folding the exterior mirrors
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Should the legal alcohol limit be treated as a safe target?

621. Should the legal alcohol limit be treated as a safe target?

Yes, if you know exactly how much you have drunk.
Yes, when driving only a short distance.
✓ No, impairment can begin before the legal limit is reached.
Yes, because impairment begins only above the limit.

A legal limit is an enforcement threshold, not a recommended drinking level. Even a small amount of alcohol can affect driving performance.

Alcohol consumption and the limits of safe driving
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Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

622. Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

Wider turns reduce the trailer's stopping distance.
The trailer always follows the same path as the towing vehicle.
✓ The trailer follows a tighter path than the towing vehicle.
Wide turns prevent the trailer from swaying.

Trailer wheels cut closer to the inside of a turn. Allow enough clearance from kerbs, signs, pedestrians, and other vehicles.

Towing vehicle and trailer negotiating a turn
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What should you do if one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

623. What should you do if one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

Steer quickly toward the side of the road.
Release the steering wheel and let the vehicle slow itself.
✓ Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually.
Pump the brake pedal repeatedly.

A tyre burst can make the vehicle unstable. Hold the wheel firmly, avoid sudden braking or steering, and slow down gradually.

Vehicle tyre damaged by a sudden blowout
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What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

624. What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

Cross as soon as the nearest vehicle starts slowing down.
Rely on the crossing markings to make every vehicle stop.
✓ Make sure it is safe to cross.
Cross once a driver makes eye contact with you.

Even at a pedestrian crossing, make sure approaching drivers have seen you and are able to stop before you cross.

Pedestrian checking traffic before using a crossing
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How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

625. How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

✓ Be prepared for sudden wind changes when passing.
Accelerate sharply as soon as you start passing.
Stay close beside it to remain sheltered from the wind.
Use the horn before moving alongside the vehicle.

Large vehicles can block wind and then expose you to strong gusts when you pass them.

Vehicle passing a large vehicle in windy conditions
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Why is it important to use bicycle lights at night?

626. Why is it important to use bicycle lights at night?

They give cyclists priority over other traffic.
✓ They help you see and help others notice you.
They are needed only on roads without street lighting.
They make the bicycle easier to control.

Front and rear lights improve visibility and make it easier for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians to detect you.

Bicycle lights used when riding at night
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You may park anywhere as long as you leave your hazard lights on.

627. You may park anywhere as long as you leave your hazard lights on.

✓ False.
True.

Hazard lights are used to warn other road users of a hazard or an unexpectedly stopped vehicle. They do not make illegal or unsafe parking acceptable.

Parked vehicle with hazard warning lights flashing
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What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

628. What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

Press the brake pedal hard and hold it.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and steer smoothly in the direction you want to travel.
Accelerate sharply to regain traction.
Steer rapidly from side to side.

Avoid sudden braking or steering. Look where you want to go and use gentle controls while the tyres regain grip.

Vehicle skidding on an icy road
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Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

629. Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

D (Drive).
P (Park).
R (Reverse).
✓ N (Neutral).

Select N (Neutral) when drive should not be transmitted to the wheels. Unlike Park, Neutral does not lock the transmission to prevent the vehicle from rolling.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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How can strong crosswinds affect a vehicle towing a trailer?

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

✓ They can push the trailer sideways and reduce stability.
They improve tyre grip on exposed roads.
They matter only when the trailer is empty.
They make the trailer more stable at higher speeds.

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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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

631. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Air conditioning.
✓ Seat heating.
Seat ventilation.
Heated steering wheel.

This control activates the seat heating, which warms the seat cushion and, on many vehicles, the backrest. Several heat levels may be available.

Heated-seat control and symbol
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

632. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Power-steering warning.
Brake-system warning.
Charging-system warning.
Low tyre pressure.

This symbol indicates a possible fault with the power-steering system. Steering assistance may be reduced or unavailable, making the steering wheel harder to turn.

Power-steering warning symbol on the dashboard
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What is the purpose of heated door mirrors?

633. What is the purpose of heated door mirrors?

To fold the mirrors automatically.
To improve the headlights.
✓ To clear mist or ice from the mirror glass.
To adjust the mirror angle.

Heated door mirrors warm the mirror glass to help clear mist, condensation, or light ice and improve rearward visibility. On some vehicles, they operate together with the rear-window demister.

Heated door-mirror control and demisting function
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Why should you leave extra space behind a motorcycle?

634. Why should you leave extra space behind a motorcycle?

Motorcycles need less space to stop than cars.
✓ Motorcycles can slow down quickly and are more vulnerable.
Following closely makes it easier to overtake safely.
Motorcycles always travel more slowly than cars.

Motorcyclists are more exposed than car drivers. Extra following distance gives you more time to react safely.

Following distance behind a motorcycle
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What is the clutch biting point?

635. What is the clutch biting point?

The point where the engine switches off.
✓ The point where the clutch begins to transmit power to the wheels.
The point where the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
The point where the parking brake releases.

The clutch biting point is reached as the clutch pedal is released and the clutch begins to transmit power from the engine to the transmission. Controlling this point helps the driver move off smoothly.

Clutch-pedal control when moving off
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

636. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Door-open warning.
✓ Immobiliser or anti-theft system.
Engine-management warning.
Charging-system warning.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's immobiliser or anti-theft system. If it remains illuminated or flashes unexpectedly, the vehicle may not recognise the key or there may be a fault in the security system.

Immobiliser indicator symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

637. Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

It increases tyre grip on steep roads.
It reduces engine braking to save fuel.
✓ It helps control speed using engine braking.
It allows the vehicle to coast more freely.

Engine braking helps prevent the vehicle from gaining too much speed and reduces strain on the brakes.

Lower-gear selection for a downhill road
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