BRTA Learner Test flashcards
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- Stop sign shape
- An octagon, red with white lettering. A complete stop is required at the stop line even when the road appears clear.
- Give way sign
- An inverted triangle. The driver must yield to traffic on the priority road and stop only if necessary to avoid a collision.
- Solid center line
- A solid white or yellow center line forbids crossing. A broken line permits crossing when safe. Double solid lines forbid crossing from either direction.
- Box junction marking
- A yellow box at a junction means do not enter unless your exit is clear. Stopping inside the box is an offense even in congestion.
- Two-second rule
- Pick a fixed point ahead. If you reach it before counting two seconds after the vehicle ahead passes it, you are following too closely.
- Overtaking prohibition
- Overtaking is prohibited at pedestrian crossings, junctions, bends, hill crests, and where a solid line separates the lanes.
- Roundabout priority
- In left-hand traffic, give way to traffic already on the roundabout approaching from the right. Enter only when the way is clear.
- Seat belt rule
- Seat belts are mandatory for the driver and all passengers where fitted. Children below the statutory height or age must use an approved child restraint.
- Stopping distance formula
- Stopping distance equals thinking (reaction) distance plus braking distance. Braking distance rises with the square of speed, so doubling speed roughly quadruples it.
- Aquaplaning recovery
- Lift off the accelerator, hold the wheel steady, and do not brake until traction returns. Aquaplaning occurs when water lifts the tires off the road.
- Fog driving rule
- Use low beam or fog lamps in fog, never high beam, because high beam reflects off the fog and reduces visibility. Reduce speed and increase following distance.
- Fatigue countermeasure
- Fatigue impairs reaction time comparably to alcohol. Take a break of at least 15 minutes every 2 hours, and pull over safely if drowsy.
- Skid recovery
- Steer into the skid and avoid hard braking. Brake and steer smoothly, and reduce speed before entering a bend or wet patch.
- ABS braking technique
- Press the brake firmly and hold. The pedal may pulse, which is normal. Do not pump the brake; ABS allows steering while braking.
- Engine braking
- Shift to a lower gear on a descent to control speed without overheating the brakes. Use the gear that keeps engine speed in the efficient band.
- Mirror setup
- Set exterior mirrors so the side of the car is just visible. This maximizes the field of view and reduces blind spots.
- Duty after a crash
- A driver involved in a crash must stop, render assistance, exchange details, and report to police within the statutory period if injury or significant damage occurs.
- Hit-and-run offense
- Failing to stop or report after a crash is a serious offense that can lead to license suspension, fines, or imprisonment.
- Emergency vehicle priority
- Drivers must yield to emergency vehicles using sirens or flashing lights, pulling over and stopping where safe until they pass.
- Impairment rule
- A driver must not drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication that impairs control. Refusal of a breath or blood test carries penalties.
- Learner permit rule
- A learner's permit allows driving only with a qualified supervising driver and only in a vehicle displaying learner plates where required.
- Third-party insurance
- Third-party insurance covers injury or damage to others and is the minimum legal requirement. Driving without valid third-party insurance is a punishable offense.
- Fitness certificate
- A roadworthiness certificate confirms the vehicle meets safety and emissions standards at inspection. Driving with an expired certificate is an offense and may void insurance.
- License classes
- Licenses are class-specific, covering motorcycles, cars, light trucks, heavy trucks, and buses. Driving a class not covered is an offense equivalent to driving unlicensed.
- Steady amber signal
- Steady amber means stop unless stopping would be unsafe. Accelerating to beat the amber is an offense in most jurisdictions.
- Green arrow signal
- A green arrow gives protected right of way in the arrow direction. A red arrow forbids the movement even if the general light is green.
- Flashing amber signal
- A flashing amber means proceed with caution and give way to pedestrians and cross traffic. A flashing red means stop, then proceed when safe.
- Pedestrian signal rule
- A steady green walking figure permits crossing. A flashing figure means finish crossing but do not start.
- Police stop signal
- An officer's arm raised vertically with palm forward means stop for traffic approaching from the front. Obey immediately; police signals override traffic lights.
- Police side signal
- An officer's arm extended horizontally to the side means traffic from that side may proceed past the officer.
- CPR ratio
- For a single rescuer, give 30 chest compressions to 2 rescue breaths at 100-120 compressions per minute, about 5-6 cm deep.
- Recovery position
- Place an unresponsive but breathing casualty in the recovery position to protect the airway and prevent choking on vomit.