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1
If one or two of your wheels run off the edge of the roadway, you should -
Increase your speed and drive back on the road
Slow down quickly by braking hard
Slow down gradually and ease back onto the road
2
Alcohol is a depressant. This means
It slows down how quickly your brain works
- It speeds your brain up so you can work better
It makes you calm down and think more clearly
3
You should expect this sign, when
A divided road is ahead
A two lane bridge is ahead, slow down and drive carefully
Freeway conditions are ahead, maximum speed is 100 km/h
4
Before taking any drugs and then driving it is most important to
Have some food in your stomach
Plan to have some other person with you
- Know what the effects of the drug are
5
If there are no lanes marked on the road, you should drive
Near to the left-hand side of the road
Along the middle of the road
Anywhere on your side of the road
6
What does this sign mean?
Road may be slippery when wet, slow down and drive carefully
Road under repair, drive carefully
Sharp turns in the road ahead
7
If you see a horse and rider on the road what should you do?
Speed up to pass the horse
Slow down and give them plenty of room
Sound your horn to warn the rider
8
What must you do if you miss your exit on a freeway?
Stop immediately and turn around
Stop & reverse back along the freeway to the exit you missed
Continue until you reach the next appropriate exit
9
You wish to go straight ahead on this roundabout with two lanes. Which lane may you use?
Left lane only
Right lane only
Either lane
10
Are you permitted to park on a median strip or traffic island?
Yes, but for no more than 30 minutes
Yes, in daylight hours
No, not at any time
11
Speed limit signs tell drivers
The recommended speed they are allowed to drive
The maximum speed they are allowed to drive
The minimum speed they are allowed to drive
12
Can a P1 or P2 provisional driver legally instruct a learner driver?
Yes, provided L and P1 or P2 plates are displayed
No
Yes, if they have held a P2 licence for more than 6 months
13
What does this sign mean?
Follow the arrow unless you are turning right
Road curves to the left ahead
All traffic must travel in the direction of the arrow
14
In good conditions the gap between your vehicle and the one you are following should be
1 second
2 seconds
3 seconds
15
Temporary traffic lights at road works
Apply to road works vehicles only
Are installed to warn motorists of construction works
Must be obeyed
16
You see these zig-zag markings on the road in front of you. What do they mean?
Be careful because the road ahead is slippery
Take care and look out for pedestrians at a crossing
Look out for animals on the side of the road
17
You are at an intersection & see a pedestrian crossing the road into which you are turning.
Give way to the pedestrian
Sound your horn to warn the pedestrian to get out of the way
Swerve around the pedestrian to avoid hitting them
18
How close can you park to another vehicle when parked parallel to the kerb?
You must leave at least 1 metre front and back
You must leave at least 2 metres from the front only
You must leave at least 3 metres front and back
19
You are approaching a hill or curve. You must not cross the centre line to overtake
If you do not have a clear view of any approaching traffic
If you cannot see clear road ahead for 75 metres
If you cannot see clear road ahead for 100 metres
20
Are you allowed to use a hand-held mobile phone while driving a car?
No
Yes, but only when you stop at intersections
Yes, but you must hold the wheel with at least 1 hand
21
When driving past parked vehicles, which of the following is it most important to do
Drive in the right-hand lane, if there is one
Watch for pedestrians, animals and car doors opening
Stay as close as possible to the vehicle in front of you
22
You should not drive across a railway level crossing when
A station is nearby
Traffic is blocking the other side
You are towing a caravan
23
If you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle you should
Immediately come to a stop
Pull over to the left until the emergency vehicle passes.
Slow down to the speed of other traffic
Let the emergency vehicle pass and follow it closely behind
24
If you are a new driver and first start to drive at night you should
Drive mainly on streets that you know well
Drive mainly in unfamiliar streets
Drive long distances to improve your concentration
25
When there are three lanes on a freeway
The right lane is for emergency vehicles on
The right lane is for avoiding most traffic
The right lane is reserved for overtaking
26
You are driving at night with your headlights on high beam. When should you dip your headlights
Never
When within 200m of an oncoming vehicle only
When within 200m of the vehicle ahead or an oncoming one
27
Which side mirror is adjusted best
C
B
A
28
As you leave a freeway, which of the following should you check?
- Your speed
Fuel gauge
Windscreen wipers
29
If there are no signs or markings to advise you can you choose any of these methods of parking?
No, only N is correct
Yes. M, N and O are all legal
Yes, N is best but M and O are quite legal
30
What could be the penalties for driving over the speed limit
A letter of warning and a small fine
Fines, demerit points and possibly loss of licence
Fines only
31
The adult passenger in the rear is breaking the law because she is
Distracting the driver
Not wearing the available seat belt
Sitting in the back seat
32
It is 3am. You can't see any other traffic. You want to turn right. You may
Not turn right while the arrow is red
Turn right if it is safe to do so
Turn right when you have waited one minute
33
What does this sign mean?
Vehicles must not stop at the kerb, unless picking up goods
Vehicles are not allowed to stop at the kerb
It is ok if they are picking up a passenger
34
Are you required to carry your driver’s licence with you every time you drive?
No it is only needed on long trips
No, being licensed is enough
Yes
35
Where must L or P plates be displayed on a vehicle
Anywhere inside the windows but only if they are not tinted
Anywhere including on the dashboard
On the front and back of the exterior of the vehicle
