Questions About Miscellaneous

1. When driving through a ford or floodwater, what gear should you be in?

A. First or second
B. Third
C. Fourth
D. Fifth

2. Braking distances on ice can be

A. Twice the normal distance
B. Give times the normal distance
C. Seven times the normal distance
D. Ten times the normal distance

3. In good conditions, what is the typical stopping distance at 70 mph?

A. 53 metres (175 feet)
B. 60 metres (197 feet)
C. 73 metres (240 feet)
D. 96 metres (315 feet)

4. While driving a vehicle, at what distance MUST you be able to read a number plate?

A. 10 metres (33 feet)
B. 15 metres (49 feet)
C. 20.5 metres (67 feet)
D. 30 metres (98 feet)

5. The safest place to park your vehicle at night is

A. In a garage
B. On a quiet side street
C. On a drivway
D. In a carpark

6. You intend to turn right into a side road. Just before turning you should check for motorcyclists who might be

A. Overtaking you on the left
B. Following you closely
C. Emerging from the side road
D. Overtaking on your right

7. At what age does a car need its first MOT certificate?

A. 2 years old
B. 3 years old
C. 4 years old
D. 5 years old

8. In what situation are other drivers allowed to flash their headlights at you?

A. To tell you that they are giving way to you
B. To warn you danger is ahead
C. To warn you when you're breaking the speed limit
D. To warn you of their presence

9. 'Tailgating' means

A. Using the rear door of a hatchback car
B. Reversing into a parking space
C. Following another vehicle too closely
D. Driving with rear fog lights on

10. The right hand lane on a three-lane motorway is used for

A. Crusing at high speeds
B. Overtaking
C. Crusing at low speeds
D. High-sided vehicles

11. When following a vehicle on a wet road you should leave a time gap of at least:

A. 1 second
B. 2 seconds
C. 4 seconds
D. 5 seconds

12. You are driving on a clear night. The road is busy with traffic. Which lights should you use?

A. Sidelights
B. Dipped headlights
C. Full beam headlights
D. Interior light

13. You are parking your car. You have some valuables, which you are unable to take with you. What should you do?

A. Park near a police station
B. Put them under the driver's seat
C. Lock then out of sight
D. Park in an unlit side road

14. Before overtaking a large vehicle you should keep well back. Why is this?

A. To give acceleration space to overtake quickly on blind spots
B. To get the best view of the road ahead
C. To leave a gap in case the vehicle stops and rolls back
D. To offer other drivers a safe gap if they want to overtake you

15. When you are NOT sure it is safe to reverse your vehicle you should

A. Use your horn
B. Rev your engine
C. Get out and check
D. Reverse slowly

16. When following a vehicle on a wet road you should leave a time gap of at least?

A. 1 second
B. 2 seconds
C. 3 seconds
D. 4 seconds

17. You stop at a pelican crossing. The amber light begins to flash as a pedestrian steps onto the crossing. You should

A. Give way to the pedestrian
B. Continue ahead
C. Move on as soon as the lights turn green
D. Beep your horn at the pedestrian

18. When overtaking which routine should you use?

A. Mirrors, speed, position, look, mirrors, signal, manoeuvre
B. Speed, mirrors, look, signal, manoeuvre
C. Look, mirrors, position, mirrors, signal, manoeuvre
D. Mirrors, position, speed, look, mirrors, signal, manoeuvre

19. When travelling on ice braking distances can be

A. Seven times greater than normal
B. Ten times greater than normal
C. Eight times greater than normal
D. Twice as great than normal

20. What is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles when travelling in the right-hand lane of a motorway?

A. 80 mph
B. 70 mph
C. 60 mph
D. 50 mph

21. When you apply to renew your vehicle Excise Duty (tax disc) you must have

A. Valid insurance
B. The old tax disc
C. The handbook
D. A valid driving licence

22. You are following a vehicle on a wet road. You should leave a time gap of at least

A. One second
B. Two seconds
C. Three seconds
D. Four seconds

23. You are parking on a two-way road at night. The speed limit is 40 mph. You should park on the

A. Left with parking lights on
B. Left with no lights on
C. Right with parking lights on
D. Right with dipped headlights on

24. You see a vehicle coming towards you on a single-track road. You should

A. Go back to the main road
B. Do an emergency stop
C. Stop at a passing place
D. Put on your hazard warning lights

25. Which type of crossing can detect when people are on them?

A. Puffin
B. Toucan
C. Zebra
D. Pelican

26. A horse rider is in the left-hand lane approaching a roundabout. You should expect the rider to

A. Go in any direction
B. Turn right
C. Turn left
D. Go ahead

27. An elderly person's driving ability could be affected because they may be unable to

A. Obtain car insurance
B. Understand road signs
C. React very quickly
D. Give signals correctly

28. What is the meaning of this sign?

A. Toll bridge ahead
B. Opening or swing bridge ahead
C. Humpback bridge ahead
D. Road ahead closed

29. What is the meaning of this sign?

A. Entry into a 20 mph zone
B. End of a 20 mph zone
C. Minimum speed 20 mph

30. When may you use hazard warning lights?

A. To park alongside another car
B. To park on double yellow lines
C. When you are being towed
D. When you have broken down

31. Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable

A. When moving off
B. On dual carriageways
C. When approaching junctions
D. On motorways

32. You are approaching a crossroads. The traffic lights have failed. What should you do?

A. Brake and stop only for large vehicles
B. Brake sharply to a stop before looking
C. Be prepared to brake sharply to a stop
D. Be prepared to stop for any traffic

33. An MOT certificate is normally valid for

A. Three years after the date it was issued
B. 10,000 miles
C. One year after the date it was issued
D. 30,000 miles

34. You engine catches fire what should you do first?

A. Lift the bonnet and disconnect the battery
B. Lift the bonnet and warn other traffic
C. Call a breakdown service
D. Call the fire brigade

35. The fluid level in your battery is low. What should you top it up with?

A. Battery acid
B. Distilled water
C. Engine oil
D. Engine coolant

36. Why could keeping the clutch down or selecting neutral for long periods of time be dangerous?

A. Fuel spillage will occur
B. Engine damage may be caused
C. You will have less steering and braking control
D. It will wear tyres out more quickly

37. The national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on a single carriageway road is

A. 30 mph
B. 40 mph
C. 50 mph
D. 60 mph

38. When are you allowed to use a motorway hard shoulder?

A. To read a map
B. When your vehicle breaks down
C. To rest
D. To overtake slow moving traffic

39. The most important reason for having a properly adjusted head restraint is to

A. Make you more comfortable
B. Help you to avoid neck injury
C. Help you to relax
D. Help you to maintain your driving position

40. After passing your driving test, you suffer from ill health. This affects your driving. You MUST

A. Inform your local police station
B. Avoid using motorways
C. Always drive accompanied
D. Inform the licensing authority

41. Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

A. To be seen when driving at high speed
B. To use if broken down in a dangerous position
C. To make them more visible in thick fog
D. To warn drivers following closely to drop back

42. You should only use a mobile phone when

A. Receiving a call
B. Suitably parked
C. Driving at less than 30 mph
D. Driving an automatic vehicle

43. On a road where trams operate, which of these vehicles will be most at risk from tram rails?

A. Cars
B. Cycles
C. Buses
D. Lorries

44. Travelling on a wet motorway with road spray you should

A. Turn on your hazard lights
B. Turn on your rear fog lights
C. Turn on your front fog lights
D. Turn your headlights to dipped mode

45. You have a collision whilst your car is moving. What is the FIRST thing you must do?

A. Stop only if someone waves at you
B. Call the emergency services
C. Stop at the scene of the accident
D. Call your insurance company

46. Unbalanced wheels on a car may cause

A. Poor acceleration
B. The tyres to wear out
C. The steering to vibrate
D. Poor braking

47. You are approaching an unmarked crossroads. How should you deal with this type of junction?

A. Accelerate and keep to the middle
B. Slow down and keep to the right
C. Accelerate looking to the left
D. Slow down and look both ways

48. When may you reverse from a side-road into a main road?

A. Only if both roads are clear of traffic
B. Not at any time
C. At any time
D. Only if the main road is clear of traffic

49. What is the national speed limit for cars in the left-hand lane of a three-laned motorway?

A. 80 mph
B. 60 mph
C. 70 mph
D. 50 mph

50. What is the meaning of this sign?

A. Humps on the road
B. Humpback bridge
C. Uneven road surface
D. Risk of grounding

51. You should never reverse

A. On a main road
B. At night
C. For longer than necessary
D. Into a side road

52. Using rear fog lights in clear daylight will

A. Be useful when towing a trailer
B. Give extra protection
C. Dazzle other drivers
D. Make following drivers keep back

53. You go to a social event and need to drive a short time afterwards. What precaution should you take?

A. Avoid drinking alcohol on an empty stomach
B. Drink plenty of coffee after drinking alcohol
C. Avoid drinking alcohol completely
D. Drink plenty of milk before drinking alcohol

54. It is illegal to drive with tyres that

A. Have a large, deep cut in the side wall
B. Are of different makes
C. Were bought second-hand
D. Are more than three years old

55. As a driver, how can you help the environment?

A. By using leaded fuel
B. By driving faster
C. By driving with your windows down
D. By reducing your speed

56. It is essential that tyre pressures be checked regularly. When should this be done?

A. After any length journey
B. After travelling at high speed
C. When tyres are hot
D. When tyres are cold

57. What is the meaning of this sign?

A. Level crossing without barrier or gate
B. Level crossing with barrier or gate
C. Trams crossing ahead
D. Trams only

58. You are following a learner driver who stalls at a junction. You should

A. Be patient as you expect them to make mistakes
B. Stay very close behind and flash your headlights
C. Start to rev your engine if they take too long to restart
D. Immediately steer around them and drive on

59. You are signalling to turn right in busy traffic. How would you confirm your intention safely?

A. Sound the horn
B. Give an arm signal
C. Flash your headlights
D. Position over the centre line

60. You are waiting to emerge from a minor road. A large vehicle is approaching from the right. You have time to turn, but you should wait. Why?

A. The large vehicle can easily hide an overtaking vehicle
B. The large vehicle can turn suddenly
C. The large vehicle is difficult to steer in a straight line
D. The large vehicle can easily hide vehicles from the left

61. Anti-lock brakes prevent wheels from locking. This means the tyres are less likely to

A. Aquaplane
B. Skid
C. Puncture
D. Wear

62. A trailer must stay securely hitched up to the towing vehicle. What additional safety device can be fitted to the trailer braking system?

A. Stabiliser
B. Jockey wheel
C. Corner steadies
D. Breakaway cable

63. Your anti-lock brakes warning light stays on. What should you do?

A. Have the brakes checked immediately
B. Check the brake fluid level
C. Check the handbrake is working
D. Perform an emergency stop

64. It is illegal to drive with tyres that -

A. Have a large, deep cut in the sidewall
B. Are of different makes
C. Were bought second-hand
D. Are more than three years old

65. You are away from home and have to park your vehicle overnight. Where should you leave it?

A. Opposite another parked vehicle
B. In a quiet road
C. Opposite a traffic island
D. In a secure car park

66. You are driving on an icy road. How can you avoid wheelspin?

A. Drive at a slow speed in as high gear as possible
B. Use the handbrake if the wheels start to slip
C. Brake gently and repeatedly
D. Drive in a low gear at all times

67. When driving in snow it is best to keep in as high a gear as possible. Why is this?

A. To help you slow down quickly when you brake
B. To help prevent wheelspin
C. So that wheelspin does not cause your engine to run too fast
D. To leave a lower gear available in case of wheelspin

68. A police officer asks to see your documents. You do not have them with you. You may be asked to take them to the police station with

A. 5 days
B. 7 days
C. 14 days
D. 21 days

69. triangular road signs give:

A. Warnings
B. Information
C. Instructions
D. Directions

70. A driver has had a few alcoholic drinks, what advice should you give them?

A. Take extra care when driving home
B. Do not drive home
C. Drink several cups of coffee before driving home
D. Take a short sleep before driving home

71. You are driving down a long steep hill. You suddenly notice that your brakes are not working as well as normal. What is the usual cause of this?

A. The brakes overheating
B. Air in the brake fluid
C. Oil on the brakes
D. Badly adjusted

72. The age group most likely to be involved in road accidents is

A. 30 to 45-year-olds
B. 17 to 25-year-olds
C. 46 to 55-year-olds
D. 55 to 66-year olds

73. The national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on a single carriageway road is?

A. 30 mph
B. 40 mph
C. 50 mph
D. 60 mph

74. 'Red Routes' in major cities have been introduced to

A. Raise the speed limits
B. Help the traffic flow
C. Provide better parking
D. Allow lorries to load more freely

75. In freezing conditions you should expect stopping distances to increase by up to

A. Seven times
B. Five times
C. Four times
D. Ten times

76. You are travelling in heavy rain. Your overall stopping distance is likely to be

A. Doubled
B. Tripled
C. Up to 15 times greater
D. Quadrupled

77. Why are mirrors often slightly curved (convex)?

A. They give a wider field of vision
B. They totally cover blind spots
C. They make it easier to judge the speed of following traffic
D. They make following traffic look bigger

78. On a motorway what is used to reduce traffic bunching?

A. Variable speed limits
B. Contraflow systems
C. National speed limits
D. Lane closures

79. A basic rule on motorways is

A. Use the lane that has least traffic
B. Keep to the left hand-lane unless overtaking
C. Overtake on the side that is clearest
D. Try to keep above 50 mph to prevent congestion

80. When travelling on ice braking distances can be

A. Three times the normal distance
B. Ten times the normal distance
C. fifteen times the normal distance
D. Six times the normal distance

81. On a motorway traffic signs are mostly which colour?

A. Red
B. Blue
C. Green
D. Purple

82. Your vehicle has broken down on an automatic railway level crossing. What should you do FIRST?

A. Get everyone out of the vehicle and clear of the crossing
B. Telephone your vehicle recovery service to move it
C. Walk along the track to give warning to any approaching trains
D. Try to push the vehicle clear of the crossing as soon as possible

83. When driving through a tunnel you should

A. Look out for variable message signs
B. Use your air conditioning system
C. Switch on your rear fog lights
D. Always use your windscreen wipers

84. It is very windy. You are behind a motorcyclist who is overtaking a high-sided vehicle. What should you do?

A. Overtake the motorcyclist immediately
B. Keep well back
C. Stay level with the motorcyclist
D. Keep close to the motorcyclist

85. How can you stop a caravan snaking from side to side?

A. Turn the steering wheel slowly to each side
B. Accelerate to increase your speed
C. Stop as quickly as you can
D. Slow down very gradually

86. Before you make a U-turn in the road, you should

A. Give an arm signal as well as using your indicators
B. Signal so that other drivers can slow down for you
C. Look over your shoulder for a final check
D. Select a higher gear than normal

87. Your mobile phone rings while you are travelling. You should

A. Stop immediately
B. Answer it immediately
C. Pull up in a suitable place
D. Pull up at the nearest curb

88. You are parked in a busy high street. What is the safest way to turn your vehicle around so you can go the opposite way?

A. Find a quiet side road to turn around in
B. Drive into a side road and reverse into the main road
C. Get someone to stop the traffic
D. Do a U-turn

89. You are travelling on a well-lit road at night in a built up area. By using dipped headlights you will be able to

A. See further along the road
B. Go at a much faster speed
C. Switch to main beam quickly
D. Be easily seen by others

90. A provisional licence holder must not drive a motor car

A. At night
B. On a dual carriageway
C. Alone
D. With passengers

91. You think the driver in the vehicle in front has forgotten to cancel their right indicator. You should

A. Flash your lights to alert the driver
B. Sound your horn before overtaking
C. Overtake on the left if there is room
D. Stay behind and not overtake

92. You start to feel tired whilst driving, you should?

A. Increase your speed to reduce your journey time
B. Decrease your speed
C. Stop at a safe place and rest
D. Turn on the radio and listen to loud music

93. Driving towards a zebra crossing you see an elderly woman waiting to cross. What should you do?

A. Speed up
B. Be prepared to stop
C. Beep your horn to acknowlege her
D. Flash your headlights at her and wave her to cross

94. A driver does something that upsets you. You should

A. Try not to react
B. Let them know how you feel
C. Flash your headlights several times
D. Sound your horn

95. Where are you most likely to be affected by a side wind?

A. On a narrow country lane
B. On an open stretch of road
C. On a busy stretch of road
D. On a long, straight road

96. You are approaching two cyclists. They approach a roundabout in the left-hand lane. In which direction should you expect the cyclists to go?

A. Left
B. Right
C. Any direction
D. Straight ahead

97. Traffic calming measures are used to

A. Stop road rage
B. Help overtaking
C. Slow traffic down
D. Help parking

98. Catalytic converters are fitted to make the

A. Engines produce more power
B. Exhaust systems easier to replace
C. Engines run quietly
D. Exhaust fumes cleaner

99. What should you do when overtaking a motorcyclist in strong winds?

A. Pass close
B. Pass quickly
C. Pass wide
D. Pass immediately

100. You are on a road that has no traffic signs. There are streetlights. What is the speed limit?

A. 20 mph
B. 30 mph
C. 40 mph
D. 50 mph

100 DMV Questions of Miscellaneous