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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Portugal
True/false 17 Portugal 33 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 640
Which pedal is used to increase the vehicle's speed?

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

The footrest.
The clutch pedal.
✓ The accelerator pedal.
The brake 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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Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

452. Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

✓ Behind a safety barrier and well away from the vehicle and traffic.
Immediately behind the vehicle so you remain visible.
On the verge beside the broken-down vehicle.
In front of the vehicle while facing approaching traffic.

A stationary vehicle can be struck by passing traffic. Waiting behind a barrier provides better protection.

People waiting behind a safety barrier after a breakdown
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Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

453. Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

To check whether the road surface is slippery.
✓ To know what is happening behind you.
To check whether your brake lights are working.
To shorten the distance needed to stop.

Checking your mirrors helps you understand what is happening behind you and anticipate how following traffic may react. In an emergency, do not delay necessary braking.

Driver checking following traffic before braking
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What should you normally do after completing an overtake?

454. What should you normally do after completing an overtake?

Stay beside the vehicle until there is another reason to change lanes.
Remain in the overtaking lane until another vehicle approaches.
✓ Return to the normal driving lane when it is safe.
Slow down before returning to the normal lane.

After overtaking, return to the normal driving lane when you have passed the other vehicle by a safe distance. Check your mirrors, signal when appropriate, and avoid moving back too soon.

Vehicle returning to its lane after overtaking
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Why is it dangerous to cross between parked cars?

455. Why is it dangerous to cross between parked cars?

You cannot hear approaching traffic between cars.
Parked cars make the crossing distance longer.
✓ Drivers may not see you or expect you to cross.
Traffic always moves faster beside parked cars.

Parked vehicles can block the view between pedestrians and drivers. This makes it harder to see approaching traffic and harder for drivers to see you.

Pedestrian crossing between parked cars
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Why should you wear suitable footwear when driving?

456. Why should you wear suitable footwear when driving?

✓ So you can operate the pedals accurately and safely.
So the brakes respond more quickly.
So the pedals require less force to operate.
So the vehicle uses less fuel.

Suitable footwear helps you operate the accelerator, brake, and clutch accurately. Loose, bulky, or slippery footwear can interfere with pedal control or become caught around the pedals.

Driver's footwear and contact with the pedals
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What should you do if a friend who has been drinking wants to drive?

457. 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 if you see fallen rocks on a mountain road?

458. What should you do if you see fallen rocks on a mountain road?

✓ Slow down and avoid them smoothly when safe.
Stop beside the rocks to inspect the road.
Move toward the centre of the road without slowing down.
Maintain speed and drive over smaller stones.

Loose rocks can damage tyres, affect steering, or block part of the road. Reduce speed and avoid sudden movements. If rocks are actively falling, do not enter or stop in the danger area. Keep a safe distance and, if necessary, wait in a safe place until it is safe to continue.

Fallen rocks on a mountain road
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Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Portugal?

459. Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Portugal?

Black border with yellow background.
Red border with yellow background.
Blue border with white background.
✓ Red border with white background.

Most warning signs in Portugal have a red border with a white background.

Colour combinations used for road warning signs
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How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

460. How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

✓ Predictably, with safe gaps and clear communication.
Keep the same speed even when gaps become unsafe.
Ride as close together as possible to stay as one group.
Ride side by side even when traffic cannot pass safely.

Safe spacing and communication help group members respond to braking, turns, obstacles, and changing traffic conditions.

Group of cyclists riding along a road
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Which side do people drive on in Portugal?

461. Which side do people drive on in Portugal?

Left-hand side.
✓ Right-hand side.

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

Road traffic and the designated driving side
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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

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

True.
✓ False.

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 adjust your speed in bad weather?

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

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

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 should you leave space beside large vehicles when they turn?

464. Why should you leave space beside large vehicles when they turn?

They must stop before making every turn.
They always have priority while turning.
✓ They may need extra room to complete the turn.
They always turn more slowly than cars.

Large vehicles often swing wide when turning and have larger blind spots. Keep clear and do not move into the space beside them.

Large vehicle needing extra space to turn
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

465. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Engine-temperature warning.
Oil-pressure warning.
Low washer fluid.
Charging-system warning.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high. If it illuminates while driving, stop safely and allow the engine to cool before investigating the cause.

Engine-temperature warning symbol on the dashboard
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What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Portugal?

466. What is the general speed limit for cars in built-up areas in Portugal?

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

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

Speed limits for cars in built-up areas
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Why is it dangerous to drive through standing water at speed?

467. Why is it dangerous to drive through standing water at speed?

The water can increase tyre pressure.
✓ The tyres may lose contact with the road.
The suspension becomes firmer at higher speed.
The brakes become more effective when wet.

Driving too fast through water can cause aquaplaning, where the tyres lose grip and the driver may lose control.

Vehicle travelling through standing water
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What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

468. What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

Ask passengers to help change the wheel quickly.
Drive slowly on the damaged tyre to the next exit.
Repair the tyre beside the traffic lane using hazard lights.
✓ Move to a protected location if possible and call for professional recovery.

Changing a wheel close to high-speed traffic is extremely dangerous. Move away from traffic and use professional assistance.

Vehicle stopped with a flat tyre on a high-speed road
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence C?

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

Bus.
✓ Truck.
Moped.
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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Where should passengers wait after safely leaving a broken-down vehicle?

470. Where should passengers wait after safely leaving a broken-down vehicle?

✓ In a protected place well away from moving traffic.
Stand between the vehicle and the safety barrier.
Wait just behind the vehicle away from the traffic lane.
Wait in the traffic lane until help arrives.

Move passengers, children, and pets away from the carriageway. On high-speed roads, wait behind a safety barrier where possible.

Passengers moving away from a broken-down vehicle
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What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

471. What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

Accelerate to pass before the light turns red.
Continue at the same speed if the junction looks clear.
✓ Stop if you can do so safely.
Treat it like a green light until it turns red.

An amber light warns that the signal is changing. Stop if it is safe, but avoid sudden braking that could cause danger behind you.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

472. 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.
Press the brake pedal instead.
Keep it pressed at the same position.

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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What should you do if a tyre-pressure warning appears and handling changes?

473. What should you do if a tyre-pressure warning appears and handling changes?

Accelerate slightly to warm the tyre.
Brake firmly to test whether the tyre still has grip.
Release air from the other tyres to balance the pressure.
✓ Reduce speed and stop safely to check the tyres.

A pressure loss or damaged tyre can affect steering and braking. If the tyre-pressure warning appears together with a change in handling, it may indicate a serious tyre problem. Stop safely and inspect the tyres before continuing.

Tyre-pressure warning and a tyre inspection
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Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

474. Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

✓ The temporary markings that show the current traffic route.
Ignore markings and follow only the vehicle ahead.
Use the markings intended for construction vehicles.
Follow the old permanent markings if they are still visible.

Temporary road markings may replace the normal lane layout during roadworks. Follow the markings and signs that currently guide traffic.

Temporary road markings through a roadworks area
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What can slow engine cranking or dim lights indicate?

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

A wheel-alignment problem.
✓ A weak battery or charging-system problem.
A blocked air filter.
Incorrect tyre pressure.

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 does the ACC position of a traditional ignition switch normally allow?

476. What does the ACC position of a traditional ignition switch normally allow?

The parking brake to release.
The transmission to select Drive.
The starter motor to turn the engine.
✓ Electrical accessories to be used without starting the engine.

The ACC (accessory) position normally supplies power to certain electrical accessories, such as the audio system, without starting the engine. The exact functions available can vary between vehicles.

ACC accessory position on an ignition switch
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Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

477. Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

Electric vehicles.
Vehicles with full fuel tanks.
Vehicles without winter tyres.
✓ 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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Are moped riders generally required to wear a helmet in Portugal?

478. Are moped riders generally required to wear a helmet in Portugal?

✓ Yes.
No.

Moped riders in Portugal are generally required to wear an approved helmet.

Moped rider wearing a helmet
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What should you do with a manual parking brake before driving away?

479. What should you do with a manual parking brake before driving away?

Pull it up further.
Apply it only after moving off.
Leave it partly applied.
✓ Release it fully.

The manual parking brake should be released fully before driving away. Driving with it partly applied can cause unnecessary brake wear and overheating.

Releasing a manual handbrake before driving away
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Why should you check your mirrors regularly while driving?

480. Why should you check your mirrors regularly while driving?

To check whether passengers are comfortable.
✓ To stay aware of traffic around you.
To see whether road signs behind you have changed.
To judge your speed from vehicles behind.

Regular mirror checks help you understand what is happening behind and beside your vehicle.

Driver checking traffic in a rear-view mirror
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How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

481. How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

It makes your reactions faster.
It improves your vision in poor light.
It has no effect if you drive slowly.
✓ It can reduce judgement, coordination, and reaction speed.

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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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

482. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Child safety lock.
Boot release.
✓ Central door locking.
Window lock.

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

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

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

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 should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

484. What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

Stop only if another warning light appears.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.
Wait until the next service to have it checked.
Continue slowly if the vehicle still responds normally.

A red warning combined with an unusual noise may indicate a serious fault. Continuing could cause damage or loss of control.

Red dashboard warning requiring the driver's attention
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What should you do if your main beam could dazzle another driver?

485. What should you do if your main beam could dazzle another driver?

Keep the main beam on unless the other driver flashes you.
✓ Switch to dipped headlights.
Move farther from the centre and keep the main beam on.
Reduce speed but leave the main beam on.

Main beam can dazzle other road users and reduce their visibility. Switch to dipped headlights whenever your main beam could dazzle another driver.

Headlight glare affecting another road user
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence B?

486. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence B?

Bus.
Moped.
Truck.
✓ Car.

Driving licence B is mainly associated with cars. Category B covers ordinary cars, while category B with Code 96 and category BE allow heavier trailer combinations.

Driving licence card for category B
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What should you do if your motorcycle helmet visor starts to fog?

487. What should you do if your motorcycle helmet visor starts to fog?

Look around the side of the visor instead.
Close all helmet vents completely.
Wipe the inside of the visor while riding.
✓ Reduce speed and clear the visor safely.

A fogged visor can seriously reduce your view of the road. Reduce speed and use the helmet's ventilation, demisting or anti-fog features where available. If you cannot restore a clear view safely, stop in a safe place before continuing.

Misted visor on a motorcycle helmet
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Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Portugal?

488. Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Portugal?

Yes.
✓ No.

Cars in Portugal are not generally required to carry a fire extinguisher.

Fire extinguisher carried in a vehicle
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Using indicators helps other road users understand your intentions.

489. Using indicators helps other road users understand your intentions.

False.
✓ True.

Indicators help communicate your intended direction and improve safety for everyone on the road.

Vehicle signalling its intended direction
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How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

490. How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

Mostly on one side to leave the other side free.
Hanging from the handlebars if the luggage is light.
Loosely strapped so it can move with the motorcycle.
✓ Securely and evenly, without affecting balance or control.

Motorcycle luggage should be securely fastened and sensibly distributed. A loose, uneven or badly positioned load can affect balance, steering and braking, or become caught in moving parts.

Luggage carried on a motorcycle
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Which signs may indicate that you are becoming too tired to drive safely?

491. Which signs may indicate that you are becoming too tired to drive safely?

Wanting to adjust the cabin temperature.
Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
Listening to quieter music.
✓ Yawning, heavy eyelids, and difficulty concentrating.

Warning signs of driver fatigue can include repeated yawning, heavy eyelids, difficulty concentrating, wandering thoughts, and trouble maintaining a steady road position. These signs mean you should stop and rest before continuing.

Driver showing signs of fatigue
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What should you do when temporary traffic lights show red?

492. What should you do when temporary traffic lights show red?

Proceed if no road workers are visible.
Only permanent traffic lights are valid.
Follow the vehicle ahead through the signal.
✓ Stop before the signal or temporary stop line.

Temporary traffic signals must be obeyed like permanent signals. Stop and wait until you are permitted to continue.

Red signal on temporary roadworks traffic lights
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What does AUTO on a windscreen-wiper control normally do?

493. What does AUTO on a windscreen-wiper control normally do?

Runs the wipers continuously at maximum speed.
Sprays washer fluid automatically.
Operates only the rear wiper.
✓ Operates the wipers automatically when rain is detected.

When AUTO is selected, a rain sensor can operate the windscreen wipers automatically and adjust their operation according to the amount of moisture detected on the windscreen.

AUTO setting on the windscreen-wiper control
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How should a bicycle helmet fit?

494. How should a bicycle helmet fit?

Tilted back to keep your forehead clear.
Loose enough to move slightly on your head.
✓ Level, secure, and comfortably fitted.
High on the head with the straps loose.

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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Who normally has priority at roundabouts in Portugal?

495. Who normally has priority at roundabouts in Portugal?

✓ Traffic already on the roundabout.
Traffic entering the roundabout.

In Portugal, traffic entering a roundabout normally gives way to traffic already circulating.

Vehicles approaching and circulating on a roundabout
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How can parking too close to a junction affect visibility?

496. How can parking too close to a junction affect visibility?

It improves visibility by slowing down traffic.
✓ It can block the view between road users.
It blocks the view only for pedestrians.
It affects only the driver of the parked vehicle.

Parking too close to a junction can block visibility. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians may have difficulty seeing each other in time.

Parked vehicle obstructing visibility near a junction
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

497. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Front fog lights.
Rear fog lights.
Dipped headlights.
Main beam.

This symbol indicates that the front fog lights are switched on. Front fog lights are designed to improve illumination close to the road in conditions of severely reduced visibility. Rules governing their use vary by country.

Front fog-light symbol on the dashboard
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Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D?

498. Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D?

✓ Buses designed for more than eight passengers.
Goods vehicles over 7,500 kg.
Minibuses for no more than eight passengers.
Buses only when towing a trailer.

Category D covers motor vehicles designed and constructed to carry more than eight passengers in addition to the driver. A trailer up to 750 kg may be towed.

Bus covered by category D
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle climbing a steep hill?

499. Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle climbing a steep hill?

✓ It may slow down suddenly or roll backward.
It must always stop before reaching the top.
Its engine may become louder on the hill.
Its tyres may warm up more quickly.

Vehicles may lose speed or briefly roll backward when starting on a steep incline. Extra space gives you more time to react.

Vehicle following another up a steep hill
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What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

500. What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

Enter the road before the vehicle reaches you.
✓ Do not rely on the signal alone, proceed only when it is safe.
Pull out because the vehicle will turn.
Use your horn and proceed immediately.

An indicator shows an intention, but it does not guarantee that the driver will turn. The signal may have been left on accidentally or the driver's intentions may change. Observe the vehicle's speed and position and proceed only when you are sure it is safe.

Another vehicle signalling to turn
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