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

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

Stand close behind it so the driver can see you.
Cross behind it once the driver looks forward.
✓ Stay clear and make sure the driver can see you.
Walk behind it if it is reversing slowly.

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

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

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

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

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

Continue driving slowly until the warning disappears.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and allow it to cool.
Ignore it if the engine still sounds normal.
Increase engine speed to improve coolant circulation.

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 expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

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

Large vehicles must stop before entering the narrow section.
✓ Less space between your vehicle, barriers, and other traffic.
The speed limit automatically increases.
Temporary lane markings no longer need to be followed.

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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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

105. 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 can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

106. Why can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

Roadworks switch off anti-lock braking.
Construction dust increases tyre pressure.
Temporary roads always slope downhill.
✓ Loose gravel, mud, or uneven material may reduce tyre grip.

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

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

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

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 if you are dazzled by low sun?

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

Increase speed to get through the glare more quickly.
Maintain your speed if you can still see the road markings.
✓ Slow down and use the sun visor if needed.
Look only at the road immediately in front of you.

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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How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

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

✓ They increase the risk of aquaplaning.
They shorten the stopping distance on wet roads.
They clear water from the road more effectively.
They reduce the chance of skidding at low speeds.

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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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

110. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

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

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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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

111. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Immobiliser or anti-theft system.
Charging-system warning.
Engine-management warning.
Door-open 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 are reversing and making a U-turn on a motorway extremely dangerous?

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

✓ 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 cameras may not recognise the vehicle correctly.

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 refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

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

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

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.

Vehicle at a pump before refuelling
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What should you check before starting a long journey?

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

Only the dashboard warning lights.
Nothing if the vehicle was recently serviced.
✓ Tyres, lights, fluids, windows, mirrors, and essential equipment.
Only the tyres and fuel level.

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?

115. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Sidelights.
Dipped headlights.
Main beam.
✓ Direction indicators.

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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What colour is a stop sign usually?

116. What colour is a stop sign usually?

Green.
Blue.
✓ Red.
White.

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 this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

117. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Air recirculation.
Rear window demister.
Air conditioning.
Front windscreen demister.

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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When should you fasten your seat belt?

118. When should you fasten your seat belt?

✓ Before the vehicle starts moving.
Only on long journeys.
After joining traffic.
Only when driving at high speed.

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 should you do when approaching a hill crest?

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

Follow the vehicle ahead closely for guidance.
Overtake before reaching the crest.
Maintain speed if no traffic is visible.
✓ Slow down and be prepared for hidden hazards.

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

Vehicle approaching the crest of a hill
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What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

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

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

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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Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

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

✓ Because visibility and grip may be reduced.
To make the windscreen wipers work better.
To prevent the tyres from losing air pressure.
To reduce fuel consumption.

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

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

Continue driving slowly until the steam stops.
Pour cold water over the engine immediately.
Keep the engine running so the cooling system keeps working.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and keep clear until it has cooled.

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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Why should cyclists avoid using a handheld phone?

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

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

With the lap belt positioned across the abdomen.
Loosely fitted so it does not press against the body.
✓ With the lap belt low across the hips and the shoulder belt across the chest.
With the shoulder belt placed behind the back.

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

125. 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 does this dashboard symbol indicate?

126. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Lane-departure warning.
Adaptive cruise control.
✓ Parking assistance.
Automatic emergency braking.

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

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

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

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

Pedal arrangement and foot controls in a manual vehicle
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What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

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

Cross the painted separation area back to the exit.
Use an emergency opening in the central reservation.
Turn around if traffic is light enough.
✓ Continue to the next exit.

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

Vehicle continuing past a motorway exit
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You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

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

✓ False.
True.

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.

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

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

Accelerate to pass before the child moves further into the road.
✓ Brake firmly and be prepared to stop.
Sound your horn and continue driving.
Swerve immediately into the opposite lane.

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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You must stop at a red traffic light.

131. You must stop at a red traffic light.

False.
✓ True.

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

Vehicle stopped at a red traffic light
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What should you do when following a cyclist on a narrow road?

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

Overtake as soon as your vehicle can fit past.
Sound your horn so the cyclist moves aside.
Pass even if you cannot leave much space.
✓ Keep a safe distance and overtake only when there is enough space.

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

Vehicle following a cyclist on a narrow road
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What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

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

Accelerate to pass before the light turns red.
Stop even if this requires sudden harsh braking.
Treat it like a green light until it turns red.
✓ Stop if you can do so safely.

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 do around a damaged electric or hybrid vehicle?

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

Inspect damaged cables closely before calling for help.
Move damaged high-voltage parts away from the road.
✓ Keep clear of damaged high-voltage components and call trained assistance.
Disconnect exposed electrical components yourself.

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

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

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

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 does the AUTO setting on the lighting control do?

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

✓ It switches the headlights on or off automatically when needed.
It flashes the headlights automatically.
It keeps the main beam switched on.
It switches on the front fog 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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Why must a roof load be securely attached?

137. Why must a roof load be securely attached?

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

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

Load secured to a vehicle's roof
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Should the side stand be fully raised before riding a motorcycle?

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

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

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

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

✓ Drive carefully and test them gently when safe.
Increase speed to warm the brakes.
Brake hard several times to dry them quickly.
Use only the parking brake until they dry.

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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What should you do when temporary traffic lights show red?

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

Proceed if no road workers are visible.
Only permanent traffic lights are valid.
✓ Stop before the signal or temporary stop line.
Continue if the road ahead appears clear.

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

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

True.
✓ False.

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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What should you do before driving through a puddle?

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

Maintain your normal speed if the road looks clear.
Follow another vehicle closely to judge the depth.
Brake firmly while driving through the water.
✓ Slow down and check that it is safe.

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

Vehicle approaching a puddle on the road
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

143. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Central door locking.
Airbag-system fault.
✓ Passenger airbag deactivation.
Child safety lock.

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 is the purpose of heated door mirrors?

144. What is the purpose of heated door mirrors?

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

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 makes up the total stopping distance of a vehicle?

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

Braking distance and overtaking distance.
✓ Reaction distance and braking distance.
Tyre distance and braking distance.
Reaction distance and following 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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Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

146. Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

Vehicles in a junction lose priority.
Your stopping distance becomes longer.
✓ Other traffic needs space to move safely.
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 should you do if a seat belt is frayed or damaged?

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

Use it normally if the buckle still locks.
✓ Have it inspected and replaced before relying on it.
Wear the belt loosely to reduce strain on it.
Twist the damaged section so it cannot tear further.

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

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

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

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

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

✓ Dangerous carbon monoxide can build up.
The tyres can lose pressure more quickly.
The engine can lose oil pressure.
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 should you do before reversing your vehicle?

150. What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

Check behind only after you start moving.
✓ Check all around and make sure it is safe.
Sound the horn before reversing and proceed.
Check the mirrors and reverse if they appear clear.

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.

Vehicle preparing to reverse from a driveway
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