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1. An enforcement officer keeps your analogue tachograph records. How should they endorse the replacement charts?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If your records are kept by an enforcement officer, you should ask the officer to endorse the replacement charts with their name and telephone number. The enforcement officer should also record the number of charts they keep. Alternatively, they can give you a receipt for the charts.
Explanation: If your records are kept by an enforcement officer, you should ask the officer to endorse the replacement charts with their name and telephone number. The enforcement officer should also record the number of charts they keep. Alternatively, they can give you a receipt for the charts.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Your employer should supply enough approved charts for your journey. They should include spares in case any get damaged or are taken by an authorised inspecting officer.
Explanation: Your employer should supply enough approved charts for your journey. They should include spares in case any get damaged or are taken by an authorised inspecting officer.
3. You've been driving non-stop since 5.00 am. The time is now 9.30 am. Under EU rules, what length of break must you take?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: You must take an uninterrupted break of 45 minutes after four-and-a-half hours of driving. This break may be replaced by two shorter breaks of at least 15 and 30 minutes, taken in that order, during the four-and-a-half hours. During any break, you mustn't drive or do any other work.
Explanation: You must take an uninterrupted break of 45 minutes after four-and-a-half hours of driving. This break may be replaced by two shorter breaks of at least 15 and 30 minutes, taken in that order, during the four-and-a-half hours. During any break, you mustn't drive or do any other work.
4. You're making a journey with a co-driver. When the other person is driving, how should you show this time?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: You may only record a break when you're not doing any other type of work. You're allowed to take a break on a double-manned vehicle while the other crew member is driving, but any break must be a minimum of 15 minutes.
Explanation: You may only record a break when you're not doing any other type of work. You're allowed to take a break on a double-manned vehicle while the other crew member is driving, but any break must be a minimum of 15 minutes.
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If you've driven a total of 56 hours in any one week, you can only drive for 34 hours in the following week. Keep your own record to make sure that you don't exceed these hours.
Explanation: If you've driven a total of 56 hours in any one week, you can only drive for 34 hours in the following week. Keep your own record to make sure that you don't exceed these hours.
6. You're the first person to arrive at an incident where people are badly injured. What's the first thing you should do?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If you're the first to arrive at an incident, further collisions and fire are the immediate concerns. Switch on your hazard warning lights to warn other traffic. Stop any running vehicle engines to reduce the risk of fire. Don't assume that someone else has called the emergency services - do it yourself. Don't move casualties trapped in vehicles unless they're in danger.
Explanation: If you're the first to arrive at an incident, further collisions and fire are the immediate concerns. Switch on your hazard warning lights to warn other traffic. Stop any running vehicle engines to reduce the risk of fire. Don't assume that someone else has called the emergency services - do it yourself. Don't move casualties trapped in vehicles unless they're in danger.
7. The area around an incident is safe. What's the best way to help an injured person?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Don't move a casualty who's in a safe place, as this could worsen any injury they may have. Only move a casualty if they're in danger - for example, from passing traffic. You may also need to move them if you need to give lifesaving first aid, such as clearing their airway.
Explanation: Don't move a casualty who's in a safe place, as this could worsen any injury they may have. Only move a casualty if they're in danger - for example, from passing traffic. You may also need to move them if you need to give lifesaving first aid, such as clearing their airway.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You should be familiar with all warning lights and buzzers fitted to your vehicle. If you're driving the vehicle for the first time, make sure that you know the function of each. If the brake warning light shows a fault in the system, stop as soon as it's safe to do so. Report the fault, and don't continue until it's been corrected.
Explanation: You should be familiar with all warning lights and buzzers fitted to your vehicle. If you're driving the vehicle for the first time, make sure that you know the function of each. If the brake warning light shows a fault in the system, stop as soon as it's safe to do so. Report the fault, and don't continue until it's been corrected.
9. The MSM routine should be used when you negotiate a hazard. What do the initials MSM stand for?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Always use the MSM routine when you're approaching a hazard.
M - Mirrors: check the position of the traffic behind you..
S - Signal: signal your intention to slow down or change course in good time..
M - Manoeuvre: a manoeuvre is any change in position, from slowing or stopping the vehicle to turning off a busy road.
Explanation: Always use the MSM routine when you're approaching a hazard.
M - Mirrors: check the position of the traffic behind you..
S - Signal: signal your intention to slow down or change course in good time..
M - Manoeuvre: a manoeuvre is any change in position, from slowing or stopping the vehicle to turning off a busy road.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The closer you are to the vehicle in front, the less you'll be able to see of the road ahead. You must be aware at all times that you won't be able to see all around your vehicle. This is why you must have an excellent mirror routine and constantly update yourself on what's going on around you.
Explanation: The closer you are to the vehicle in front, the less you'll be able to see of the road ahead. You must be aware at all times that you won't be able to see all around your vehicle. This is why you must have an excellent mirror routine and constantly update yourself on what's going on around you.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Lorries and buses are much heavier than cars and will have a greater impact on the road surface.
Explanation: Lorries and buses are much heavier than cars and will have a greater impact on the road surface.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: You have priority over vehicles from the opposite direction. However, if a vehicle approaching from the opposite direction isn't going to stop, you should slow down and give way to avoid confrontation or an incident.
Explanation: You have priority over vehicles from the opposite direction. However, if a vehicle approaching from the opposite direction isn't going to stop, you should slow down and give way to avoid confrontation or an incident.
Correct Answer: B 
Explanation: This sign gives a clear instruction. You should prepare to negotiate a left-hand turn.
Explanation: This sign gives a clear instruction. You should prepare to negotiate a left-hand turn.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: If you see a contraflow sign, there'll also be markings on the road to indicate the bus lane. Don't use this lane for parking or overtaking.
Explanation: If you see a contraflow sign, there'll also be markings on the road to indicate the bus lane. Don't use this lane for parking or overtaking.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: You should always plan your route. This will ensure you always drive on roads that are suitable for the size and weight of your vehicle. By planning to avoid peak travel times, you can also avoid congestion. This can save you fuel, as well as reducing your journey times.
Explanation: You should always plan your route. This will ensure you always drive on roads that are suitable for the size and weight of your vehicle. By planning to avoid peak travel times, you can also avoid congestion. This can save you fuel, as well as reducing your journey times.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: This traffic sign means no stopping on the main carriageway at any time, not even to set down passengers. However, you may stop in a lay-by.
Explanation: This traffic sign means no stopping on the main carriageway at any time, not even to set down passengers. However, you may stop in a lay-by.
17. You're driving on a motorway and there's no traffic ahead. You see this sign. Which lane should you use?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: When there's no traffic ahead of you, you should always drive in the left-hand lane.
Explanation: When there's no traffic ahead of you, you should always drive in the left-hand lane.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: This sign is used to warn of overhead electrified cables and is usually accompanied by a plate indicating the safe height limit.
Explanation: This sign is used to warn of overhead electrified cables and is usually accompanied by a plate indicating the safe height limit.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Sulphur produces acidic gases. Diesel fuels with lower sulphur content have been produced to reduce exhaust emissions that harm both people and the environment.
Explanation: Sulphur produces acidic gases. Diesel fuels with lower sulphur content have been produced to reduce exhaust emissions that harm both people and the environment.
20. Your vehicle is more than 3 metres (9 feet 10 inches) high. Where is this information displayed?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: It's a legal requirement that information about a vehicle's height can be seen by the driver from their seat. It's important to know the height of your vehicle so that you can avoid any height restrictions on your route.
Explanation: It's a legal requirement that information about a vehicle's height can be seen by the driver from their seat. It's important to know the height of your vehicle so that you can avoid any height restrictions on your route.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: When you drive too close to the kerb, there's a risk that your nearside mirror could strike the head of a pedestrian. Be aware of this hazard and, if you see pedestrians close to the road, make sure you leave them enough room.
Explanation: When you drive too close to the kerb, there's a risk that your nearside mirror could strike the head of a pedestrian. Be aware of this hazard and, if you see pedestrians close to the road, make sure you leave them enough room.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The oil and filter will get dirty in normal use. If you follow the service-interval guidance, your engine will remain protected and properly lubricated, making it less likely to break down.
Explanation: The oil and filter will get dirty in normal use. If you follow the service-interval guidance, your engine will remain protected and properly lubricated, making it less likely to break down.
23. You're on a motorway and the surface is still wet after rain. Why should you take care when you're overtaking?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Rain, combined with oil, rubber particles, dirt and debris on the road surface, reduces the tyres' grip on the road. It can be especially slippery when it rains after a long dry spell.
Explanation: Rain, combined with oil, rubber particles, dirt and debris on the road surface, reduces the tyres' grip on the road. It can be especially slippery when it rains after a long dry spell.
24. What should you be aware of when you're overtaking on a motorway while it's raining heavily?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Other road users can be affected by the spray from large vehicles, severely reducing their vision. Always take care when you need to change lanes: signal in good time and watch your mirrors carefully before pulling out in these conditions.
Explanation: Other road users can be affected by the spray from large vehicles, severely reducing their vision. Always take care when you need to change lanes: signal in good time and watch your mirrors carefully before pulling out in these conditions.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Higher speeds will cause more spray to be thrown up by vehicles' tyres - particularly the tyres of larger vehicles and trailers. Always use dipped headlights in poor visibility caused by rain and spray.
Explanation: Higher speeds will cause more spray to be thrown up by vehicles' tyres - particularly the tyres of larger vehicles and trailers. Always use dipped headlights in poor visibility caused by rain and spray.
26. What should you do if the brake air-pressure warning light comes on while you're driving?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: When a warning light or device indicating a loss of brake pressure comes on, you must stop safely and get the fault put right immediately. The safety of you, your load, your passengers and all other road users is at risk.
Explanation: When a warning light or device indicating a loss of brake pressure comes on, you must stop safely and get the fault put right immediately. The safety of you, your load, your passengers and all other road users is at risk.
27. Brake fade' is a loss of effectiveness of the brakes when they overheat. When would 'brake fade' be most likely to happen?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Continuous use of the brakes will cause them to overheat, and in extreme cases they'll become ineffective. When you're going downhill, the momentum of your vehicle will cause you to gather speed very quickly. Use the endurance brake (retarder) and stay in a low gear to reduce the need to use the brakes.
Explanation: Continuous use of the brakes will cause them to overheat, and in extreme cases they'll become ineffective. When you're going downhill, the momentum of your vehicle will cause you to gather speed very quickly. Use the endurance brake (retarder) and stay in a low gear to reduce the need to use the brakes.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If you have to drive through a flood, do so with caution. Once out of the flood, you need to test your brakes to make sure they're working properly. To do this, check what's behind you, then drive in a low gear with the brakes gently applied.
Explanation: If you have to drive through a flood, do so with caution. Once out of the flood, you need to test your brakes to make sure they're working properly. To do this, check what's behind you, then drive in a low gear with the brakes gently applied.
29. What should you do if a long, heavily laden lorry is taking a long time to overtake you?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: A long lorry with a heavy load will need more time to pass you than a car. It won't be able to accelerate enough to pass you quickly, especially on an uphill stretch of road. Be considerate to the lorry driver - ease off the accelerator and allow the lorry to pass.
Explanation: A long lorry with a heavy load will need more time to pass you than a car. It won't be able to accelerate enough to pass you quickly, especially on an uphill stretch of road. Be considerate to the lorry driver - ease off the accelerator and allow the lorry to pass.
30. You're being followed by a marked police car. As well as flashing the headlights, what will the police officer do to signal you to stop?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: When a police officer is following you and wants you to stop, they'll flash the vehicle's headlights and signal with the left indicator. You should stop in a safe place as soon as possible.
Explanation: When a police officer is following you and wants you to stop, they'll flash the vehicle's headlights and signal with the left indicator. You should stop in a safe place as soon as possible.
31. Your vehicle is fitted with a hand-held telephone. What should you do before taking or making a call?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Telephone calls can distract you, meaning that you're not in proper control of your vehicle. If you need to use a telephone when driving, find a safe place to stop first. Better still, use a phone answering service and listen to your messages at the end of your journey.
Explanation: Telephone calls can distract you, meaning that you're not in proper control of your vehicle. If you need to use a telephone when driving, find a safe place to stop first. Better still, use a phone answering service and listen to your messages at the end of your journey.
32. You approach a pelican crossing that goes straight across the road. How must you treat it if it has a central island?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: A pelican crossing that goes straight across the road must be treated as one continuous crossing even if it has a central island. The lights controlling the crossing show to both directions of traffic. You must give way to pedestrians who are still crossing when the amber light is flashing.
Explanation: A pelican crossing that goes straight across the road must be treated as one continuous crossing even if it has a central island. The lights controlling the crossing show to both directions of traffic. You must give way to pedestrians who are still crossing when the amber light is flashing.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Pedestrians use push-button controls to activate the signals. Pelican crossings have no red-and-amber stage before green. Instead, they have a flashing amber light. This means you must give way to pedestrians on the crossing, but you may proceed if the crossing is clear.
Explanation: Pedestrians use push-button controls to activate the signals. Pelican crossings have no red-and-amber stage before green. Instead, they have a flashing amber light. This means you must give way to pedestrians on the crossing, but you may proceed if the crossing is clear.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: When traffic is heavy, plan well ahead so that you don't block crossings. Leave them clear so that pedestrians can cross safely.
Explanation: When traffic is heavy, plan well ahead so that you don't block crossings. Leave them clear so that pedestrians can cross safely.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If you see a vehicle with a green flashing light, it will be a doctor on an emergency call, so give way by pulling over and letting the vehicle pass. But don't just stop suddenly - choose a safe place as soon as you can to let the doctor's car pass safely.
Explanation: If you see a vehicle with a green flashing light, it will be a doctor on an emergency call, so give way by pulling over and letting the vehicle pass. But don't just stop suddenly - choose a safe place as soon as you can to let the doctor's car pass safely.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Try to avoid becoming tired by taking plenty of rest stops and allowing fresh air into your vehicle.
Explanation: Try to avoid becoming tired by taking plenty of rest stops and allowing fresh air into your vehicle.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: When the roads are wet, have consideration for pedestrians walking or standing near the kerb.
Explanation: When the roads are wet, have consideration for pedestrians walking or standing near the kerb.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: You must be able to stop safely in the distance that you can see to be clear ahead. This will be the distance illuminated by your headlights or by street lights and will generally be less than you can see in daylight.
Explanation: You must be able to stop safely in the distance that you can see to be clear ahead. This will be the distance illuminated by your headlights or by street lights and will generally be less than you can see in daylight.
39. Which lane should you use when you're driving on a clear motorway, at the speed limit for your vehicle?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You should remain in the left-hand lane unless you're overtaking other vehicles. Don't be inconsiderate and stay in the centre lane or other overtaking lanes when you've finished overtaking.
Explanation: You should remain in the left-hand lane unless you're overtaking other vehicles. Don't be inconsiderate and stay in the centre lane or other overtaking lanes when you've finished overtaking.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: When you have to straddle the lanes at small roundabouts or junctions, always signal in good time. Be alert for inexperienced road users who may, without realising, put themselves into a dangerous position.
Explanation: When you have to straddle the lanes at small roundabouts or junctions, always signal in good time. Be alert for inexperienced road users who may, without realising, put themselves into a dangerous position.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A motorcycle can be lost out of sight behind another vehicle. The use of the headlights helps to make the motorcycle more easily seen.
Explanation: A motorcycle can be lost out of sight behind another vehicle. The use of the headlights helps to make the motorcycle more easily seen.
42. You're driving past a line of parked cars. What should you do if you notice a ball bouncing out into the road ahead?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Beware of children playing in the street and running out into the road. If a ball bounces out from the pavement, slow down and stop if necessary. Don't encourage anyone to fetch the ball from the road. Other road users might not see your signal and you might lead a child into danger.
Explanation: Beware of children playing in the street and running out into the road. If a ball bounces out from the pavement, slow down and stop if necessary. Don't encourage anyone to fetch the ball from the road. Other road users might not see your signal and you might lead a child into danger.
43. Your vehicle catches fire while you're driving through a tunnel. What should you do if the vehicle can still be driven?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If it's possible, and you can do so without causing further danger, it's safer to drive a vehicle that's on fire out of a tunnel. The greatest danger in a tunnel fire is smoke and suffocation.
Explanation: If it's possible, and you can do so without causing further danger, it's safer to drive a vehicle that's on fire out of a tunnel. The greatest danger in a tunnel fire is smoke and suffocation.
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Explanation: A front tyre bursting will seriously reduce your control of the vehicle. Keep calm and resist the temptation to brake hard or swerve. Hold the steering wheel firmly and try to get the vehicle onto the hard shoulder while allowing it to slow down gradually. Stop as far to the left as possible and switch on your hazard warning lights.
Explanation: A front tyre bursting will seriously reduce your control of the vehicle. Keep calm and resist the temptation to brake hard or swerve. Hold the steering wheel firmly and try to get the vehicle onto the hard shoulder while allowing it to slow down gradually. Stop as far to the left as possible and switch on your hazard warning lights.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Driving today requires all of your attention, all of the time. Any distraction, however brief, is dangerous. This is why it's illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while you're driving.
Explanation: Driving today requires all of your attention, all of the time. Any distraction, however brief, is dangerous. This is why it's illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while you're driving.
46. Your vehicle breaks down on the hard shoulder of a motorway. What should you do if you decide to use your mobile phone to call for help?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: In an emergency, time can be of the essence. The emergency services need to know your exact location. Before you phone, get the post number from the nearest marker post on the edge of the hard shoulder. Give this to the emergency services, as it will help them to locate you.
Explanation: In an emergency, time can be of the essence. The emergency services need to know your exact location. Before you phone, get the post number from the nearest marker post on the edge of the hard shoulder. Give this to the emergency services, as it will help them to locate you.
47. You've been convicted of a drink-drive offence and banned from driving. Which entitlement will this ban affect?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The dangers of drink-driving are well publicised. Anyone convicted of this offence will lose their entitlement to drive any motor vehicle on the road.
Explanation: The dangers of drink-driving are well publicised. Anyone convicted of this offence will lose their entitlement to drive any motor vehicle on the road.
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: White reflective studs separate each of the lanes. Red studs mark the left-hand edge of the carriageway, where the hard shoulder begins.
Explanation: White reflective studs separate each of the lanes. Red studs mark the left-hand edge of the carriageway, where the hard shoulder begins.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Continuous use of the brakes on a long downhill gradient can cause them to overheat and become ineffective. This is called brake fade. You should use a low gear to enable the engine's braking effect to help control your speed. Also use the vehicle's retarder, if fitted. As well as reducing the likelihood of brake fade, this helps to keep air pressure in the tanks.
Explanation: Continuous use of the brakes on a long downhill gradient can cause them to overheat and become ineffective. This is called brake fade. You should use a low gear to enable the engine's braking effect to help control your speed. Also use the vehicle's retarder, if fitted. As well as reducing the likelihood of brake fade, this helps to keep air pressure in the tanks.
50. You're about to overtake a motorcyclist when they look around over their right shoulder. What's the most likely reason for them doing this?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Understanding other road users' behaviour can help you anticipate their next action. On this occasion it could prevent a serious incident. This type of assessment is part of the forward planning of a professional driver.
Explanation: Understanding other road users' behaviour can help you anticipate their next action. On this occasion it could prevent a serious incident. This type of assessment is part of the forward planning of a professional driver.
51. You're following a motorcyclist along a potholed road. How should you adjust your driving to take account of this situation?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Good forward planning can help you keep other road users out of trouble. Information to help you do this is available if you look for it. Watch for clues: for example, a motorcyclist taking a 'lifesaver' look over their shoulder could be about to change direction.
Explanation: Good forward planning can help you keep other road users out of trouble. Information to help you do this is available if you look for it. Watch for clues: for example, a motorcyclist taking a 'lifesaver' look over their shoulder could be about to change direction.
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Always maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle in front. If another vehicle pulls into the gap, slow down to re-establish a safe following distance. Following too close is dangerous and places you and other road users in unnecessary danger; your view of the road ahead will be seriously reduced, and you won't be able to see or plan effectively.
Explanation: Always maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle in front. If another vehicle pulls into the gap, slow down to re-establish a safe following distance. Following too close is dangerous and places you and other road users in unnecessary danger; your view of the road ahead will be seriously reduced, and you won't be able to see or plan effectively.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Roadworks can involve complex lane layouts. Reflective green-and-yellow fluorescent studs are used to separate the lanes in a contraflow traffic system. As you approach roadworks, look for traffic signs giving you advance information, which may relate to the size or type of vehicle you're driving.
Explanation: Roadworks can involve complex lane layouts. Reflective green-and-yellow fluorescent studs are used to separate the lanes in a contraflow traffic system. As you approach roadworks, look for traffic signs giving you advance information, which may relate to the size or type of vehicle you're driving.
54. Under EU rules, you can drive for a maximum of nine hours a day. On how many days each week can this be extended to 10 hours?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Under EU rules, your normal daily driving time mustn't exceed nine hours. This nine-hour period is defined as the time between
Explanation: Under EU rules, your normal daily driving time mustn't exceed nine hours. This nine-hour period is defined as the time between
- any two daily rest periods, or
- a daily rest period and a weekly rest period.
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: In icy or snowy weather, your stopping distance can increase by up to ten times. Because snowy weather increases the distance needed to stop, you must look further ahead and leave an increased safety margin.
Explanation: In icy or snowy weather, your stopping distance can increase by up to ten times. Because snowy weather increases the distance needed to stop, you must look further ahead and leave an increased safety margin.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Tyres can become very hot during sustained high-speed driving. If they're under-inflated or damaged, there's a risk they'll burst or disintegrate. Check for excessive heat when you stop for a break.
Explanation: Tyres can become very hot during sustained high-speed driving. If they're under-inflated or damaged, there's a risk they'll burst or disintegrate. Check for excessive heat when you stop for a break.
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Depending on road speed, pressing the accelerator pedal firmly to the floor will activate a switch that allows the gearbox to select a lower gear for improved acceleration.
Explanation: Depending on road speed, pressing the accelerator pedal firmly to the floor will activate a switch that allows the gearbox to select a lower gear for improved acceleration.
58. Your vehicle suffers a tyre blow-out. How could this create a hazard for other road users?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: When a tyre explodes, fragments are thrown over a wide area. This can create a serious hazard for other drivers. You should regularly check your tyres for cuts, damage and pressure. Frequent checks and proper maintenance can help prevent a blow-out.
Explanation: When a tyre explodes, fragments are thrown over a wide area. This can create a serious hazard for other drivers. You should regularly check your tyres for cuts, damage and pressure. Frequent checks and proper maintenance can help prevent a blow-out.
59. You're approaching a red light at a puffin crossing. Pedestrians are on the crossing. How long will the red light stay on?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The traffic light will remain on red to give pedestrians on the crossing time to reach safety. Don't proceed until the green light shows and it's safe to do so.
Explanation: The traffic light will remain on red to give pedestrians on the crossing time to reach safety. Don't proceed until the green light shows and it's safe to do so.
60. What must you do when you're approaching a pelican crossing in its flashing amber phase?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: When the amber light is flashing, you must give way to any pedestrians on the crossing. Don't be impatient or encourage pedestrians to cross by waving or flashing your headlights; they or other road users may misunderstand your signal.
Explanation: When the amber light is flashing, you must give way to any pedestrians on the crossing. Don't be impatient or encourage pedestrians to cross by waving or flashing your headlights; they or other road users may misunderstand your signal.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If red lights flash on the overhead signals above your lane, you mustn't go past the signal in that lane. If other lanes aren't displaying flashing red lights, you may go ahead in those lanes if it's clear and you can move into them safely. If red lights flash on a signal in the central reservation or at the side of the road, you mustn't go past the signal in any lane.
Explanation: If red lights flash on the overhead signals above your lane, you mustn't go past the signal in that lane. If other lanes aren't displaying flashing red lights, you may go ahead in those lanes if it's clear and you can move into them safely. If red lights flash on a signal in the central reservation or at the side of the road, you mustn't go past the signal in any lane.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Tiredness may make you more irritable than you would be normally. You might react differently to situations because of it. If you feel yourself becoming tense, take a break.
Explanation: Tiredness may make you more irritable than you would be normally. You might react differently to situations because of it. If you feel yourself becoming tense, take a break.
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: DVSA or the police can order an immediate prohibition. The vehicle may be immobilised and you won't be able to drive it until the faults have been rectified. Details are notified to the traffic commissioner. Never use a vehicle that you know is faulty.
Explanation: DVSA or the police can order an immediate prohibition. The vehicle may be immobilised and you won't be able to drive it until the faults have been rectified. Details are notified to the traffic commissioner. Never use a vehicle that you know is faulty.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If the engine contains too much oil, the moving parts can hit the oil surface, causing a loss of power or even damage to the engine. Excess pressure may damage oil seals, causing oil to leak onto the road, creating a slippery and dangerous road surface.
Explanation: If the engine contains too much oil, the moving parts can hit the oil surface, causing a loss of power or even damage to the engine. Excess pressure may damage oil seals, causing oil to leak onto the road, creating a slippery and dangerous road surface.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: As the lubricating oil is pumped around the engine, it collects tiny fragments of metal from the moving parts. The oil filter is designed to remove these fragments. Most filters are designed to be replaced at service intervals.
Explanation: As the lubricating oil is pumped around the engine, it collects tiny fragments of metal from the moving parts. The oil filter is designed to remove these fragments. Most filters are designed to be replaced at service intervals.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Junctions are especially risky for some road users - particularly motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians and mobility-scooter users. Their small size means they're easily hidden from view. At busy junctions, scan the near, middle and far distance to identify all hazards before emerging with a long vehicle.
Explanation: Junctions are especially risky for some road users - particularly motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians and mobility-scooter users. Their small size means they're easily hidden from view. At busy junctions, scan the near, middle and far distance to identify all hazards before emerging with a long vehicle.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You mustn't make a U-turn on roads where this sign is displayed.
Explanation: You mustn't make a U-turn on roads where this sign is displayed.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Most motoring organisation websites allow you to create a detailed plan of your trip, showing directions and distances. Some also include advice on rest and fuel stops. The Traffic England website will give you information on roadworks and incidents, along with expected delay times.
Explanation: Most motoring organisation websites allow you to create a detailed plan of your trip, showing directions and distances. Some also include advice on rest and fuel stops. The Traffic England website will give you information on roadworks and incidents, along with expected delay times.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: It's a serious offence to drive without insurance. As well as an unlimited fine, you may be disqualified or given penalty points.
Explanation: It's a serious offence to drive without insurance. As well as an unlimited fine, you may be disqualified or given penalty points.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The smart card will record information covering a period of about 28 days. If you use it beyond this period, some of the recorded information will be overwritten.
Explanation: The smart card will record information covering a period of about 28 days. If you use it beyond this period, some of the recorded information will be overwritten.
71. Your vehicle is fitted with air-assisted hydraulic brakes. What would warn you that there isn't enough air in the system?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If a warning buzzer or light alerts you to a loss of air pressure, you should stop on the side of the road immediately. You should have enough air in reserve to allow you to do this safely. Don't start or continue your journey until the fault has been repaired.
Explanation: If a warning buzzer or light alerts you to a loss of air pressure, you should stop on the side of the road immediately. You should have enough air in reserve to allow you to do this safely. Don't start or continue your journey until the fault has been repaired.
72. What benefit is expected to come from having a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC) qualification?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Driver CPC qualification and training syllabus is designed to lead to enhanced professionalism and improvements in road safety. Other expected benefits are a general reduction in fuel consumption and emissions, resulting from a better knowledge of ecosafe driving techniques.
Explanation: The Driver CPC qualification and training syllabus is designed to lead to enhanced professionalism and improvements in road safety. Other expected benefits are a general reduction in fuel consumption and emissions, resulting from a better knowledge of ecosafe driving techniques.
73. Which type of digital tachograph card is used by an approved calibration centre when they're recalibrating the tachograph?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The workshop card is available only to approved calibration centres. There are three other types of digital tachograph card:
Explanation: The workshop card is available only to approved calibration centres. There are three other types of digital tachograph card:
- driver card, used by the driver
- company card, used by an operator
- control card, used by enforcement authorities.
74. What should you do when you've been driving for a long time and are fighting sleep?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The only effective solution to driver sleepiness is to stop in a safe place and take a break.
Explanation: The only effective solution to driver sleepiness is to stop in a safe place and take a break.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: By using a retarder, the life of the brake linings is extended. This is because a retarder works by slowing the vehicle without using the wheel-mounted brakes.
Explanation: By using a retarder, the life of the brake linings is extended. This is because a retarder works by slowing the vehicle without using the wheel-mounted brakes.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: An analogue tachograph must be checked every two years and recalibrated every six years. A plaque on or near the tachograph will show when it was last checked.
Explanation: An analogue tachograph must be checked every two years and recalibrated every six years. A plaque on or near the tachograph will show when it was last checked.
77. You're driving on a motorway after it's been raining heavily. What should you do if spray is being thrown up, causing poor visibility?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: When visibility is poor or the road is wet, leave a greater separation distance - at least a four-second time gap from the vehicle in front. You should also reduce speed and use dipped headlights.
Explanation: When visibility is poor or the road is wet, leave a greater separation distance - at least a four-second time gap from the vehicle in front. You should also reduce speed and use dipped headlights.
78. By approximately how much would 15 passengers increase the weight of your vehicle?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You must be aware of the maximum authorised mass (MAM) of your vehicle. This refers to its total weight, including both passengers and luggage. Fifteen passengers would add approximately 1 tonne to the weight of your vehicle. You should also allow for any luggage that they may be carrying.
Explanation: You must be aware of the maximum authorised mass (MAM) of your vehicle. This refers to its total weight, including both passengers and luggage. Fifteen passengers would add approximately 1 tonne to the weight of your vehicle. You should also allow for any luggage that they may be carrying.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: When approaching hazards or bus stops, you should always be aware of how your passengers will be affected by the change in speed. Late, harsh braking as passengers leave their seats can take them by surprise and cause them to fall towards the front of the bus, possibly injuring themselves or others. Wherever possible, avoid harsh braking by planning ahead, giving yourself time to reduce speed smoothly.
Explanation: When approaching hazards or bus stops, you should always be aware of how your passengers will be affected by the change in speed. Late, harsh braking as passengers leave their seats can take them by surprise and cause them to fall towards the front of the bus, possibly injuring themselves or others. Wherever possible, avoid harsh braking by planning ahead, giving yourself time to reduce speed smoothly.
80. Well ahead of you are traffic lights on green. What should you do in case the lights change to red?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: If you're approaching a set of traffic lights and you can see they've been on green for a while, be prepared for them to change. Ease off the accelerator and be ready to come to a gradual stop if you need to. Don't try to beat the red light; it may change as you come closer, causing you to brake late and harshly. Think of your passengers.
Explanation: If you're approaching a set of traffic lights and you can see they've been on green for a while, be prepared for them to change. Ease off the accelerator and be ready to come to a gradual stop if you need to. Don't try to beat the red light; it may change as you come closer, causing you to brake late and harshly. Think of your passengers.
81. What should you do when you're driving a coach at night and you have passengers on board?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Passengers should be able to move about the vehicle in safety. You should make sure that all interior lights are in working order before you start your journey.
Explanation: Passengers should be able to move about the vehicle in safety. You should make sure that all interior lights are in working order before you start your journey.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: After an incident, passengers who aren't obviously injured may be suffering from shock. Reassure them and keep them warm. Don't give them anything to eat or drink. Call the emergency services and keep yourself and any injured passengers calm until professional help arrives.
Explanation: After an incident, passengers who aren't obviously injured may be suffering from shock. Reassure them and keep them warm. Don't give them anything to eat or drink. Call the emergency services and keep yourself and any injured passengers calm until professional help arrives.
83. A passenger on your bus has stopped breathing. You help them by giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. When should you stop doing this?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You should only stop resuscitation when the passenger can breathe on their own or a professional medical person can take over.
Explanation: You should only stop resuscitation when the passenger can breathe on their own or a professional medical person can take over.
84. You're driving a double-deck bus. What's the minimum depth of tread required over three-quarters of each tyre's width?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: It's essential that the tyres on your vehicle are in good condition. You must never forget that you have passengers on board. Their safety must be your priority. At no time should the depth of the tread be less than 1 mm over three-quarters of the width of the tyre.
Explanation: It's essential that the tyres on your vehicle are in good condition. You must never forget that you have passengers on board. Their safety must be your priority. At no time should the depth of the tread be less than 1 mm over three-quarters of the width of the tyre.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: All drivers may use hazard warning lights to warn other road users of danger on specific occasions. When you're driving a school bus, you may also use these lights when you've stopped and children are getting on or off the bus.
Explanation: All drivers may use hazard warning lights to warn other road users of danger on specific occasions. When you're driving a school bus, you may also use these lights when you've stopped and children are getting on or off the bus.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Some buses are equipped with air or hydraulic systems that allow the step level to be lowered. These are known as kneeling buses and have been designed to allow people to board more easily. Don't forget to raise the step again before moving off.
Explanation: Some buses are equipped with air or hydraulic systems that allow the step level to be lowered. These are known as kneeling buses and have been designed to allow people to board more easily. Don't forget to raise the step again before moving off.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Drivers should carry out a walk-round check daily, as part of a routine. They have a legal responsibility to take all reasonable precautions to ensure that legal requirements are met before they drive any vehicle.
Explanation: Drivers should carry out a walk-round check daily, as part of a routine. They have a legal responsibility to take all reasonable precautions to ensure that legal requirements are met before they drive any vehicle.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: You should always allow engines fitted with turbochargers to idle for about a minute before stopping the engine. This prevents the turbine bearings from being starved of oil.
Explanation: You should always allow engines fitted with turbochargers to idle for about a minute before stopping the engine. This prevents the turbine bearings from being starved of oil.
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: An engine fitted with a turbocharger should be allowed to idle for about a minute before it's switched off. This prevents the turbocharger bearings from being starved of oil.
Explanation: An engine fitted with a turbocharger should be allowed to idle for about a minute before it's switched off. This prevents the turbocharger bearings from being starved of oil.
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Fast-moving traffic is passing close by, so wait for the breakdown services to arrive. Their vehicle will provide protection while your vehicle is repaired or recovered.
Explanation: Fast-moving traffic is passing close by, so wait for the breakdown services to arrive. Their vehicle will provide protection while your vehicle is repaired or recovered.
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Vehicles carrying schoolchildren display the 'school bus' sign to alert other drivers to the danger of children crossing the road. As the bus driver, you must make every effort to ensure the children's safety when boarding or getting off your bus, as well as during their journey with you.
Explanation: Vehicles carrying schoolchildren display the 'school bus' sign to alert other drivers to the danger of children crossing the road. As the bus driver, you must make every effort to ensure the children's safety when boarding or getting off your bus, as well as during their journey with you.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If your vehicle is fitted with a seat belt, you must wear it unless you're exempt for medical reasons. You may also remove it before a reverse manoeuvre. If the fitting of the belt is uncomfortable and it prevents you from obtaining a safe driving position, report this to your employer.
Explanation: If your vehicle is fitted with a seat belt, you must wear it unless you're exempt for medical reasons. You may also remove it before a reverse manoeuvre. If the fitting of the belt is uncomfortable and it prevents you from obtaining a safe driving position, report this to your employer.
93. You're about to start a journey in very frosty weather. What's the likely cause of low air-brake pressure?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Air-brake systems use air from the atmosphere, which contains moisture. The moisture condenses under pressure, resulting in water in the system. Make sure the air tanks are drained daily to remove any water and to help prevent the system from freezing in cold weather.
Explanation: Air-brake systems use air from the atmosphere, which contains moisture. The moisture condenses under pressure, resulting in water in the system. Make sure the air tanks are drained daily to remove any water and to help prevent the system from freezing in cold weather.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Newer buses and coaches have marker lights along the side; these ensure that they're visible as they emerge at junctions, roundabouts and in other situations. If your vehicle has marker lights fitted, they must all be clean and working.
Explanation: Newer buses and coaches have marker lights along the side; these ensure that they're visible as they emerge at junctions, roundabouts and in other situations. If your vehicle has marker lights fitted, they must all be clean and working.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Bus drivers have responsibilities beyond those of other drivers. Your passengers have paid for a service, and they should arrive at their chosen destination safely. Customers are more likely to travel with you again if they receive a safe, courteous and comfortable service.
Explanation: Bus drivers have responsibilities beyond those of other drivers. Your passengers have paid for a service, and they should arrive at their chosen destination safely. Customers are more likely to travel with you again if they receive a safe, courteous and comfortable service.
96. Where should you stop to make it easy for passengers leaving or joining your bus?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You should stop as close to the kerb as you can, so that passengers can reach the safety of the pavement without any difficulty.
Explanation: You should stop as close to the kerb as you can, so that passengers can reach the safety of the pavement without any difficulty.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Passenger safety is your main responsibility. Before you allow them to step down from the bus, you should always check your mirrors to make sure there's nothing approaching that could endanger them.
Explanation: Passenger safety is your main responsibility. Before you allow them to step down from the bus, you should always check your mirrors to make sure there's nothing approaching that could endanger them.
98. A disabled person is getting on your bus. What should you do if they're having problems, but say they can manage?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Disabled people like to keep their independence. However, if they're having problems, be prepared to offer help.
Explanation: Disabled people like to keep their independence. However, if they're having problems, be prepared to offer help.
99. You're driving a coach, returning from a European trip. Why should you search the vehicle at the port?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: A coach driver can be fined up to £2000 for each illegal immigrant carried. The owner and hirer may also be fined the same amount.
Explanation: A coach driver can be fined up to £2000 for each illegal immigrant carried. The owner and hirer may also be fined the same amount.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You won't have failed in your statutory duties if the boarding device breaks down and there's no other means of assisting the passenger.
Explanation: You won't have failed in your statutory duties if the boarding device breaks down and there's no other means of assisting the passenger.