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Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Flanders.

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True/false 17 Flanders 87 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 65 Show all 718
How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

201. How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

To show mainly the rear seats.
To point towards the left door mirror.
✓ To give a clear view through the rear window.
To show the driver's face.

Adjust the interior rear-view mirror before driving so that you have a clear view through the rear window without needing to move your head significantly.

Adjusting the interior rear-view mirror
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What licence is needed for a B vehicle towing a trailer up to 3,500 kg above 4,250 kg combined MAM?

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

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

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

Car and trailer combination for category BE
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Why should pedestrians avoid sudden movements near traffic?

203. Why should pedestrians avoid sudden movements near traffic?

✓ Drivers may not have enough time to react.
You lose priority if you change direction suddenly.
Drivers always expect pedestrians to walk straight.
Sudden movements are prohibited near traffic.

Sudden movements can surprise drivers and reduce the time they have to slow down or stop safely.

Pedestrian movements close to road traffic
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

204. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Lane-departure warning.
Parking assistance.
Electronic stability control.
✓ Forward-collision warning.

This symbol relates to the forward-collision warning or automatic emergency braking system. It may warn the driver when the vehicle detects a risk of collision with traffic ahead.

Forward-collision warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you avoid if your vehicle starts to skid?

205. What should you avoid if your vehicle starts to skid?

✓ Sudden braking, acceleration, or sharp steering.
Look where you want the vehicle to go.
Allow the tyres time to regain grip.
Stay calm and maintain control.

Sudden braking, acceleration, or steering can make a skid worse. Stay calm and use smooth controls while the tyres regain grip.

Vehicle beginning to skid
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle climbing a steep hill?

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

It must always stop before reaching the top.
Its headlights may point higher uphill.
✓ It may slow down suddenly or roll backward.
Its engine may become louder on the hill.

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

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

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

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

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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What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

208. What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

✓ Keep control and stop safely before retrieving it.
Reach down and remove it while continuing to drive.
Use your foot to push it towards the passenger side.
Brake suddenly so the object moves forwards.

Do not reach down for an object while driving, as this takes your attention away from the road and can affect vehicle control. If something falls into the driver's footwell, keep control of the vehicle and stop somewhere safe before removing it.

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What should you do if your vehicle breaks down inside a road tunnel?

209. What should you do if your vehicle breaks down inside a road tunnel?

✓ Move aside if possible, use hazard lights, and call for assistance.
Leave the vehicle and walk along the road to find help.
Stay in the traffic lane and wait without using hazard lights.
Reverse toward the tunnel entrance if traffic is light.

If possible, stop in an emergency bay or another safe place and use the hazard lights. Contact tunnel control using an emergency telephone or other available assistance system, and follow the tunnel signs and instructions.

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What should you do if there is no pavement?

210. What should you do if there is no pavement?

✓ Walk where you can be seen and stay alert.
Walk close to traffic so drivers can see you.
Pay attention only to traffic approaching from behind.
Always walk in the same direction as traffic.

If there is no pavement, stay as far from traffic as possible and remain alert. The exact side of the road depends on local traffic rules.

Pedestrian walking beside a road without a pavement
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What should you do if a tyre has a deep cut, bulge, or exposed cords?

211. What should you do if a tyre has a deep cut, bulge, or exposed cords?

Cover the damaged area and keep using the tyre.
Drive slowly until the next scheduled service.
✓ Stop using the tyre and arrange professional inspection or replacement.
Increase the tyre pressure and continue driving.

Cuts, bulges, and exposed cords can indicate serious structural damage. The tyre may fail suddenly and should not be used normally.

Damaged vehicle tyre requiring inspection
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What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

212. What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

Ask a guide to stand directly behind the trailer.
Make large steering corrections as soon as it turns.
Watch only the trailer and ignore surrounding traffic.
✓ Reverse slowly and make small steering corrections.

Trailers react quickly to steering while reversing. Move slowly, observe carefully, and use a guide only from a safe visible position.

Vehicle reversing with a trailer
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How should you approach a sharp bend on a mountain road?

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

Move toward the centre of the road for a better view.
✓ Reduce speed before the bend and remain in your lane.
Accelerate through the bend to maintain momentum.
Overtake just before entering the bend.

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 does this dashboard symbol indicate?

214. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ A door is open.
The airbag system has a fault.
The parking brake is applied.
The seat belt is not fastened.

This symbol indicates that one or more vehicle doors are not fully closed. Check that all doors are securely shut before driving.

Door-open warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you check before starting a long journey?

215. What should you check before starting a long journey?

Only the dashboard warning lights.
Nothing if the vehicle was recently serviced.
Only the lights if you plan to drive at night.
✓ Tyres, lights, fluids, windows, mirrors, and essential equipment.

A brief vehicle check can reveal tyre damage, low fluid levels, faulty lights, or visibility problems before they cause danger. Also confirm that any spare wheel or tyre-repair equipment is available and usable.

Vehicle safety checks before a long journey
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What is the main safety risk of aggressive driving?

216. What is the main safety risk of aggressive driving?

It can make the journey less comfortable.
✓ It increases the risk of crashes.
It can increase fuel consumption.
It may attract the attention of the police.

Aggressive driving, such as tailgating, speeding, or sudden lane changes, reduces safety margins and increases the risk of crashes and conflict with other road users.

Driver displaying aggressive behaviour in traffic
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What is the main emergency number in Flanders?

217. What is the main emergency number in Flanders?

111.
123.
000.
✓ 112.

The main emergency number in Flanders is 112.

112 emergency telephone number
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Why are reversing and making a U-turn on a motorway extremely dangerous?

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

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

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

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Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Flanders?

219. Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Flanders?

No.
✓ Yes.

Cars in Flanders are required to carry a fire extinguisher.

Fire extinguisher carried in a vehicle
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What should you do if passengers are distracting you while driving?

220. What should you do if passengers are distracting you while driving?

Ignore the traffic until the distraction has passed.
Turn around briefly so you can speak to them.
✓ Ask them to stop and keep your attention on the road.
Continue the conversation while watching the road.

Passengers can reduce a driver's attention and concentration. If their behaviour becomes distracting, ask them to stop and keep your focus on driving. If necessary, stop somewhere safe before dealing with the situation.

Passengers distracting a driver
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

221. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

ABS fault.
Low tyre pressure.
✓ Parking brake applied.
Brake pads worn.

This symbol indicates that the parking brake is applied. It should normally go out when the parking brake is fully released.

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When must a pedestrian use a nearby pedestrian crossing in Belgium?

222. When must a pedestrian use a nearby pedestrian crossing in Belgium?

✓ When one is within approximately 20 metres.
When one is within 5 metres.
Pedestrians never have to use one.
When one is within 50 metres.

A pedestrian must use a pedestrian crossing when one is located within approximately 20 metres.

Pedestrian approaching a nearby marked crossing
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What rule applies to motor vehicles inside a Belgian cycle zone?

223. What rule applies to motor vehicles inside a Belgian cycle zone?

They must drive at exactly 50 km/h.
They have priority over all cyclists.
✓ They may not overtake cyclists and may not exceed 30 km/h.
They may overtake cyclists at any speed.

Motor vehicles may enter a cycle zone, but they may not overtake cyclists. The maximum speed throughout the zone is 30 km/h.

Motor vehicle following cyclists in a Belgian cycle zone
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

224. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

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

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?

225. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Rear fog lights.
✓ Exterior-light failure.
Engine-management warning.
Dipped headlights.

This symbol indicates a possible failure of an exterior vehicle light, such as a headlight, tail light, brake light or indicator. Check the vehicle's exterior lights and replace or repair any faulty light.

Exterior-light failure warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

226. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Front fog lights.
Main beam.
✓ Rear fog lights.
Sidelights.

This symbol indicates that the rear fog lights are switched on. Rear fog lights make the vehicle more visible from behind in conditions of severely reduced visibility, but they can dazzle other road users when used unnecessarily.

Rear fog-light symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when livestock are on the road?

227. What should you do when livestock are on the road?

✓ Slow down and follow the instructions of the person controlling them.
Use the verge to pass the animals.
Follow closely so other traffic can overtake.
Drive through the group before it spreads across the road.

Livestock may spread across the road, stop suddenly, or change direction without warning. Slow down, keep a safe distance, avoid sudden movements or loud noises, and follow any instructions from the person controlling the animals.

Livestock being moved along a road
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What does the AUTO setting on the lighting control do?

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

It switches on the front fog lights.
It flashes the headlights automatically.
It switches on the hazard warning lights.
✓ It switches the headlights on or off automatically when needed.

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

AUTO setting on the vehicle's lighting control
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What should you do if the charging-system warning light comes on?

229. What should you do if the charging-system warning light comes on?

Restart the engine repeatedly to reset the warning.
✓ Reduce electrical use, stop safely, and seek assistance.
Switch on more electrical systems to test the battery.
Increase engine speed until the warning light goes out.

The alternator or charging system may have failed. The vehicle may stop once the remaining battery charge is exhausted.

Charging-system warning illuminated on the dashboard
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What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

230. What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

Apply or release the parking brake.
Change the transmission gear.
✓ Increase or decrease the selected cruising speed.
Switch between cruise control and the speed limiter.

When cruise control is active, the + and − controls normally increase or decrease the selected cruising speed. The amount of each adjustment can vary between vehicles.

Plus and minus controls for the cruising speed
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What should you do before driving with a load?

231. What should you do before driving with a load?

Secure only the heaviest items.
✓ Make sure it is properly secured and cannot move or fall.
Place heavy items on top of lighter items.
Leave light items loose for short journeys.

An unsecured load can shift, affect vehicle control, or fall into the road. Check that everything is safely restrained before moving.

Checking a vehicle's load before setting off
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

232. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Air recirculation.
Windscreen wiper speed.
✓ Windscreen washer.
Rear window demister.

This symbol indicates the windscreen washer. Operating the control sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen and normally activates the wipers to help clean the glass.

Windscreen-washer control and spray symbol
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Why should an unused roof rack or roof box be removed?

233. Why should an unused roof rack or roof box be removed?

It makes the steering wheel harder to turn.
It reduces the vehicle's braking power.
It prevents the battery from charging.
✓ It can increase aerodynamic drag and energy use.

An unused roof rack or roof box increases aerodynamic drag, particularly at higher speeds. Removing it when it is not needed can reduce fuel or energy consumption.

Roof rack or roof box fitted to a vehicle
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How should a passenger normally sit on a motorcycle?

234. How should a passenger normally sit on a motorcycle?

With one foot hanging down when travelling slowly.
Standing on the footrests when the road is uneven.
✓ Securely on the passenger seat with both feet on the footrests.
Sideways so they can get off more easily.

A motorcycle passenger should sit securely on the designated passenger seat, keep both feet on the footrests and avoid sudden movements that could affect the motorcycle's balance and stability.

Passenger seated on a motorcycle with feet on the footrests
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Are winter tyres generally required in Flanders?

235. Are winter tyres generally required in Flanders?

✓ No.
Yes, throughout the year.
Yes, throughout winter.

Winter tyres are not generally required for cars in Flanders, although they may still be recommended or required in specific situations.

Winter tyres for cold-weather driving
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What Belgian licence is normally used for agricultural or forestry tractors?

236. What Belgian licence is normally used for agricultural or forestry tractors?

Licence BE.
Licence C1.
Licence C.
✓ Licence G.

Category G is intended for agricultural and forestry tractors and certain agricultural machinery used for agricultural or forestry activities. It can also cover their trailers.

Tractor and Belgian category G driving licence
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What should you do if a load extends beyond the vehicle?

237. What should you do if a load extends beyond the vehicle?

✓ Make sure it is legal, secure, and properly marked when required.
Let the load extend as far as necessary.
Cover it with a cloth instead of marking it.
Leave it unmarked if it is easy to see.

An extending load may create additional danger and may require specific markings or equipment under local rules.

Load projecting beyond a vehicle
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Which licence category is mainly associated with cars?

238. Which licence category is mainly associated with cars?

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

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.

Car and category B driving licence
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What is aquaplaning?

239. What is aquaplaning?

When wet brakes become too hot to work properly.
When steering becomes heavier on a dry road.
When low tyre pressure causes a tyre to burst.
✓ When tyres ride on a layer of water and lose contact with the road.

Aquaplaning occurs when water builds up between the tyres and the road, causing a loss of grip and control. The risk increases at higher speeds.

Water separating a tyre from the road surface
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May you continue driving with an expired Belgian bank-card driving licence?

240. May you continue driving with an expired Belgian bank-card driving licence?

Yes, if the licence categories remain valid.
Yes, only within Belgium.
Yes, until the next vehicle inspection.
✓ No, the driving licence must be renewed.

You may not drive with an expired driving licence document. A bank-card driving licence must be renewed when its administrative validity expires, even if the underlying Group 1 category remains permanently valid.

Expired Belgian bank-card driving licence
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Why is a microsleep especially dangerous while driving?

241. Why is a microsleep especially dangerous while driving?

✓ You can lose awareness of the road for several seconds.
It makes the steering feel heavier.
It normally happens only when the vehicle is stopped.
It usually makes you drive more slowly.

A microsleep is a brief, involuntary episode of sleep that can last for a few seconds. During that time, you may lose awareness of the road and travel a considerable distance without reacting to hazards.

Driver losing alertness at the wheel
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

242. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Automatic headlights.
Headlight level adjustment.
✓ Instrument-panel brightness.
Front fog lights.

This control adjusts the brightness of the instrument panel and dashboard illumination, allowing the driver to reduce or increase the lighting level.

Control for adjusting instrument-panel brightness
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Why is it important to make yourself visible at night?

243. Why is it important to make yourself visible at night?

To make drivers give way wherever you cross.
✓ To make drivers see you more easily.
To avoid checking for approaching vehicles.
To make it safe to walk closer to moving traffic.

Bright or reflective clothing helps drivers notice pedestrians in low-light conditions.

Pedestrian visibility beside a road at night
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What is the minimum licence for a D1 minibus towing a trailer over 750 kg?

244. What is the minimum licence for a D1 minibus towing a trailer over 750 kg?

Licence D.
✓ Licence D1E.
Licence C1E.
Licence D1.

Category D1 permits a trailer with a maximum authorised mass of up to 750 kg. A D1 vehicle towing a trailer above 750 kg requires category D1E.

Category D1 minibus towing a trailer over 750 kg
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How should a disabled vehicle be towed?

245. How should a disabled vehicle be towed?

With nobody controlling the disabled vehicle.
By attaching a rope to the bumper.
✓ Use approved towing points and a method permitted by local rules.
Without checking the steering or brakes.

Incorrect towing can damage the vehicle or cause loss of control. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and local rules, and use professional recovery when the correct procedure is uncertain.

Disabled vehicle being towed
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What does Code 78 on a Belgian driving licence mean?

246. What does Code 78 on a Belgian driving licence mean?

You may tow trailers over 750 kg.
You have professional driver qualification.
✓ You may drive only vehicles with automatic transmission.
You may drive only vehicles with manual transmission.

Code 78 restricts the relevant driving licence category to vehicles with automatic transmission. It is added when the practical test for that category is passed in an automatic vehicle.

Code 78 automatic-transmission restriction on a driving licence
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Is a warning triangle required in cars in Flanders?

247. Is a warning triangle required in cars in Flanders?

No.
✓ Yes.

Cars in Flanders are required to carry a warning triangle.

Warning triangle carried as vehicle safety equipment
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Are motorcycle riders generally required to wear a helmet in Flanders?

248. Are motorcycle riders generally required to wear a helmet in Flanders?

✓ Yes.
No.

Motorcycle riders in Flanders are generally required to wear an approved helmet.

Motorcyclist wearing a protective helmet
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Is a first-aid kit required in cars in Flanders?

249. Is a first-aid kit required in cars in Flanders?

✓ Yes.
No.

Cars in Flanders are required to carry a first-aid kit.

First-aid kit carried in a vehicle
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Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

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

✓ The lighting stalk.
The dashboard brightness control.
The hazard warning switch.
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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