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What should you check before starting a long journey?

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

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

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 does this dashboard symbol indicate?

102. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Direction indicators.
Hazard warning lights.
Sidelights.
Dipped headlights.

This symbol indicates that a direction indicator is operating. The flashing indicator shows the direction in which the driver intends to turn or change position on the road.

Direction-indicator symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

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

To reduce fuel consumption.
✓ Because visibility and grip may be reduced.
To prevent the tyres from losing air pressure.
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 can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

104. Why can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

✓ Loose gravel, mud, or uneven material may reduce tyre grip.
Construction dust increases tyre pressure.
Temporary surfaces make the brakes colder.
Roadworks switch off anti-lock braking.

Temporary surfaces may provide less grip than normal asphalt. Reduce speed and allow more distance for braking.

Loose or uneven road surface through roadworks
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How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

105. How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

✓ They increase the risk of aquaplaning.
They make steering more responsive in heavy rain.
They reduce the chance of skidding at low speeds.
They clear water from the road more effectively.

Tyre tread helps channel water away and maintain grip. Worn tyres cannot clear water as effectively, increasing stopping distance and the risk of aquaplaning.

Worn tyre tread and wet-road grip
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Why are reversing and making a U-turn on a motorway extremely dangerous?

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

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.
The steering may become heavier while turning around.

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 should you do before reversing your vehicle?

107. What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

Check behind only after you start moving.
Rely on the reversing camera if one is fitted.
Sound the horn before reversing and proceed.
✓ Check all around and make sure it is safe.

Before reversing, check all around the vehicle, including blind spots, for pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, and other hazards. Reverse slowly and keep checking as you move.

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What should you do before driving through a puddle?

108. What should you do before driving through a puddle?

Accelerate so you spend less time in the water.
✓ Slow down and check that it is safe.
Maintain your normal speed if the road looks clear.
Brake firmly while driving through the water.

Large puddles can hide holes, reduce grip, or cause water to splash onto pedestrians or other vehicles. Slow down and proceed carefully.

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What should you do when approaching a hill crest?

109. What should you do when approaching a hill crest?

✓ Slow down and be prepared for hidden hazards.
Overtake before reaching the crest.
Move toward the centre of the road for a better view.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely for guidance.

A hill crest can hide vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, or obstacles. Reduce speed and stay in your lane.

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Why must a roof load be securely attached?

110. Why must a roof load be securely attached?

Because light roof loads cannot be affected by the wind.
✓ It could shift or fall and create a serious hazard.
Because the roof will hold the load in place while driving.
To stop the roof rack from increasing fuel consumption.

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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What normally happens to cruise control when you press the brake pedal?

111. What normally happens to cruise control when you press the brake pedal?

The selected speed increases.
The accelerator pedal locks in position.
✓ Cruise control is cancelled or temporarily disengaged.
The parking brake is applied.

Pressing the brake pedal normally cancels or temporarily disengages cruise control, returning speed control to the driver.

Brake-pedal operation to disengage cruise control
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What should you do when temporary traffic lights show red?

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

✓ Stop before the signal or temporary stop line.
Proceed if no road workers are visible.
Continue if the road ahead appears clear.
Follow the vehicle ahead through the signal.

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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You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

113. You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

True.
✓ False.

An amber light means you should stop if you can do so safely. If you are too close to stop safely, continue through the junction with caution.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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What makes up the total stopping distance of a vehicle?

114. What makes up the total stopping distance of a vehicle?

Visibility distance and reaction distance.
Reaction distance and following distance.
Tyre distance and braking distance.
✓ Reaction distance and braking distance.

The total stopping distance consists of the distance travelled while the driver reacts to a hazard plus the distance travelled while the vehicle is braking to a stop.

Reaction and braking distances before a vehicle stops
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

115. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Immobiliser or anti-theft system.
Engine-management warning.
Door-open 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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What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

116. What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

✓ Drive carefully and test them gently when safe.
Ignore it if the vehicle still stops.
Use only the parking brake until they dry.
Brake hard several times to dry them quickly.

Water can reduce braking performance. After driving through water, check the brakes gently when it is safe to do so.

Checking braking response after driving through water
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Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

117. Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

Either foot at the same time.
Both feet together.
The left foot.
✓ The right foot.

In an automatic vehicle, the right foot should normally operate both the brake and accelerator pedals. The left foot should rest on the footrest to reduce the risk of pressing both pedals at the same time.

Right-foot control of an automatic vehicle's pedals
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What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

118. What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

Move onto the shoulder and reverse carefully.
Use an emergency opening in the central reservation.
✓ Continue to the next exit.
Turn around if traffic is light enough.

Never reverse or make a sudden manoeuvre. Continue safely and change your route at the next suitable exit.

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What should you do if the engine-temperature warning shows overheating?

119. What should you do if the engine-temperature warning shows overheating?

Open the coolant cap immediately to release heat.
Increase engine speed to improve coolant circulation.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and allow it to cool.
Continue driving slowly until the warning disappears.

Continuing to drive an overheating vehicle can cause severe damage. Allow the engine to cool and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Engine-overheating warning on the dashboard
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What should you do when following a cyclist on a narrow road?

120. What should you do when following a cyclist on a narrow road?

Drive close behind until there is room to pass.
✓ Keep a safe distance and overtake only when there is enough space.
Pass even if you cannot leave much space.
Sound your horn so the cyclist moves aside.

Cyclists may need to avoid potholes, drains, or wind gusts. Keep distance and only pass when you can leave plenty of space.

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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

121. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Passenger airbag deactivation.
Airbag-system fault.
Central door locking.
Seat-belt reminder.

This control allows the front passenger airbag to be deactivated on vehicles equipped with this function. The airbag must be deactivated when a rear-facing child restraint is used on the front passenger seat.

Front passenger airbag deactivation control
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What should you do if a child runs onto the road ahead?

122. What should you do if a child runs onto the road ahead?

Sound your horn and continue driving.
Flash your lights instead of slowing down.
✓ Brake firmly and be prepared to stop.
Accelerate to pass before the child moves further into the road.

Children can act unpredictably. Brake firmly, stay alert, and be prepared for more children to follow.

Child entering the road ahead of a vehicle
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What should you do if you are dazzled by low sun?

123. What should you do if you are dazzled by low sun?

✓ Slow down and use the sun visor if needed.
Maintain your speed if you can still see the road markings.
Increase speed to get through the glare more quickly.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely as a guide.

Low sun can greatly reduce visibility. Slow down, increase your safety margin, and use the sun visor or sunglasses if needed.

Low sunlight dazzling a driver
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What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

124. What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

Keep the engine idling if the vehicle is outside.
✓ Switch off the engine before starting to refuel.
Increase the engine speed before removing the fuel cap.
Leave the engine running to protect the battery.

Switch off the engine before refuelling. Fuel vapours are flammable, so avoid ignition sources and follow the safety instructions at the filling station. If fuel is spilled, do not start the vehicle until the situation has been made safe.

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What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

125. What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

Turn it quickly in the opposite direction.
✓ Guide it smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position.
Release it completely and let it spin freely.
Hold it in the turned position.

After completing a turn, guide the steering wheel smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position while maintaining control. Do not allow the wheel to spin freely through your hands.

Guiding the steering wheel back after a turn
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What colour is a stop sign usually?

126. What colour is a stop sign usually?

White.
Blue.
✓ Red.
Yellow.

Stop signs are almost always red because red is universally associated with danger and the need to stop immediately.

Red octagonal stop sign
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What does the AUTO setting on the lighting control do?

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

It flashes the headlights automatically.
✓ It switches the headlights on or off automatically when needed.
It keeps the main beam switched on.
It switches on the hazard warning lights.

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 with a child restraint after a collision?

128. What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

Replace only the seat cover.
Keep using it if no damage is visible.
✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions about inspection or replacement.
Repair damaged parts yourself.

A child restraint may be damaged in a collision even when the damage is not obvious. Follow the manufacturer's instructions, as the restraint may need to be inspected or replaced before it is used again.

Child car seat requiring inspection after a collision
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Why should an unused roof rack or roof box be removed?

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

It reduces the vehicle's braking power.
It increases tyre pressure.
✓ It can increase aerodynamic drag and energy use.
It makes the steering wheel harder to turn.

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

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

✓ Stop if you can do so safely.
Stop even if this requires sudden harsh braking.
Continue at the same speed if the junction looks clear.
Accelerate to pass before the light 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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You must stop at a red traffic light.

131. You must stop at a red traffic light.

✓ True.
False.

A red traffic light means you must stop and wait until it is allowed to proceed.

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What should you do around a damaged electric or hybrid vehicle?

132. What should you do around a damaged electric or hybrid vehicle?

Inspect damaged cables closely before calling for help.
✓ Keep clear of damaged high-voltage components and call trained assistance.
Move damaged high-voltage parts away from the road.
Assume the system is safe once the vehicle is switched off.

Electric and hybrid vehicles can contain dangerous high-voltage systems. Do not touch damaged cables, batteries, or electrical components.

Damaged electric vehicle and high-voltage safety risks
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

133. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

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

This symbol indicates that the main beam headlights are switched on. Main beam illuminates the road farther ahead but can dazzle other road users, so it should be changed to dipped headlights when necessary.

Main-beam headlight symbol on the dashboard
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When should you fasten your seat belt?

134. When should you fasten your seat belt?

After joining traffic.
Only on long journeys.
✓ Before the vehicle starts moving.
Only when traffic is heavy.

Fasten your seat belt before the vehicle starts moving and keep it fastened throughout the journey. Make sure your passengers are also safely seated and properly restrained.

Fastening a seat belt before setting off
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What is the purpose of heated door mirrors?

135. What is the purpose of heated door mirrors?

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

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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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

136. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Front windscreen demister.
Air conditioning.
✓ Air recirculation.
Fresh-air ventilation.

This symbol activates air recirculation, which reduces the amount of outside air entering the vehicle and recirculates air already inside the cabin. It can be useful when driving through polluted air or when cooling the interior quickly.

Cabin air-recirculation control and symbol
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What should you do if a seat belt is frayed or damaged?

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

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

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

Frayed or damaged seat-belt webbing
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What should you do if a vehicle is reversing near you?

138. What should you do if a vehicle is reversing near you?

Walk behind it if it is reversing slowly.
Rely on the reversing sensors to make it stop.
✓ Stay clear and make sure the driver can see you.
Stand close behind it so the driver can see you.

Reversing vehicles have blind spots. Stay away from the vehicle and make sure the driver can see you.

Pedestrian near a reversing vehicle
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Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

139. Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

Vehicles in a junction lose priority.
✓ Other traffic needs space to move safely.
Junctions may only be entered at low speed.
Traffic lights may stop working.

Blocking a junction can prevent vehicles, cyclists, or pedestrians from moving safely. Enter only when there is enough space to drive through and clear the junction.

Traffic blocking a road junction
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

140. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Child safety lock.
Window lock.
✓ Central door locking.
Mirror adjustment.

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 cyclists avoid using a handheld phone?

141. Why should cyclists avoid using a handheld phone?

Because phones can interfere with bicycle electronics.
Because phone signals can interfere with traffic lights.
✓ It reduces your control and attention.
Because a phone may be used only at low speeds.

Using a phone can distract you and may prevent you from steering, braking, or reacting properly.

Cyclist using a handheld phone
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Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

142. Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

✓ Yes, a lowered stand could catch the road and affect control.
No, it can remain down when riding slowly.
No, the stand helps stabilise the motorcycle while moving.
No, it only needs to be raised on motorways.

The side stand should be fully raised before riding. If it remains down, it may strike the road surface, particularly when turning, and could cause the rider to lose control.

Motorcycle side stand and pre-ride checks
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Which foot normally operates the brake and accelerator in a manual vehicle?

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

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

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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Why should you never leave a petrol or diesel engine running in an enclosed space?

144. Why should you never leave a petrol or diesel engine running in an enclosed space?

✓ Dangerous carbon monoxide can build up.
The engine can lose oil pressure.
The cooling system can stop working.
The battery can become overcharged.

Exhaust gases from petrol and diesel engines can contain carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can build up quickly in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space. Never leave the engine running inside a closed garage or similar area.

Running vehicle engine in an enclosed space
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

145. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Lane-departure warning.
✓ Parking assistance.
Adaptive cruise control.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's parking assistance system. Depending on the vehicle, the system may use sensors or cameras to detect obstacles and assist the driver while parking.

Parking-assistance symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

146. What should you do if steam begins coming from underneath the bonnet?

✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and keep clear until it has cooled.
Continue driving slowly until the steam stops.
Open the coolant cap to release the pressure.
Keep the engine running so the cooling system keeps working.

Steam can indicate an overheated and pressurised cooling system. Do not remove the coolant cap while the system is hot.

Steam rising from underneath a vehicle's bonnet
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What should you expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Seat-belt positioning during pregnancy
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It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

149. It is safer to drive faster than the speed limit when overtaking.

✓ False.
True.

You must still drive safely and obey traffic laws. Speeding increases risk and is not automatically justified by overtaking.

Vehicle overtaking another road user
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Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

150. Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

They could make the airbag deploy too slowly.
They could make the dashboard harder to clean.
✓ They could interfere with deployment and become dangerous projectiles.
They could prevent the seat belt from locking.

Do not place or attach objects over an airbag cover or in an airbag's deployment area. They may interfere with the airbag as it inflates and could be thrown towards occupants when the airbag deploys.

Objects placed over a vehicle's airbag cover
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