Bhutan Driving Theory Test cheat sheet

Sign shape carries meaning: circles give orders (prohibitions and limits), triangles warn of hazards ahead, rectangles inform or guide, and octagons mean stop.

A red circle with a diagonal slash prohibits the symbol inside; a plain red ring without a slash sets a restriction such as a speed limit.

Warning triangles are placed in advance of the hazard; the distance to the hazard depends on the road class and posted approach speed.

Mandatory signs use blue circles with white symbols and state what must be done, for example pass on a specified side or keep a minimum speed.

Broken white centre lines may be crossed when safe and the view is clear; a continuous double line means neither side may cross or straddle it.

A continuous line on your own side of a broken line forbids crossing by you, while the broken line on the other side permits the oncoming traffic to cross.

Stop lines are solid white bars across the lane; give-way lines are broken double or single lines, and the rule differs: stop fully versus yield only.

Temporary signs and markings for roadworks override permanent ones and use a yellow background or yellow road paint in many systems.

A flashing red signal means stop and proceed only when clear; a flashing amber, where used, means proceed with caution after yielding.

At an uncontrolled junction the general rule is to give way to traffic already on the main road and to traffic approaching from the right where no priority road exists.

A vehicle turning across the path of oncoming traffic must yield; a right turn across opposing flow gives way to that flow.

Traffic on a roundabout circulates clockwise in left-hand-drive countries; entering vehicles yield to vehicles already circulating.

Keep left on two-way roads in left-hand traffic and use the left lane for normal running, reserving the right lane for overtaking.

Overtaking is prohibited on blind crests, blind bends, at pedestrian crossings, at junctions, and where a continuous line or no-overtaking sign applies.

Following distance under good conditions is at least two seconds; double it in rain, at night, or when following large vehicles that block the view.

Emergency vehicles using sirens or flashing lights have priority; other drivers must slow, move left, and stop if necessary to clear the path.

Pedestrians on a marked crossing have right-of-way once they have stepped onto it; drivers must stop before the crossing line, not on it.

A vehicle must not enter a junction or box junction unless the exit is clear, even when the signal is green.

Total stopping distance equals thinking distance plus braking distance; thinking distance grows linearly with speed while braking distance grows with the square of speed.

Doubling speed roughly quadruples braking distance, so a car at 60 km/h needs about four times the braking distance it needs at 30 km/h.

The two-second gap is measured by counting as a fixed roadside object passes; if the count finishes before you reach it, the gap is too small.

Hazard perception requires scanning far ahead, checking mirrors every few seconds, and covering the brake when a developing risk is detected.

Fatigue impairs reaction time comparably to low-level alcohol; a break of at least 15 minutes every two hours is a common countermeasure rule.

Alcohol, drugs, and some medicines slow reaction and narrow attention; the only safe limit for driving is zero.

Blind spots must be checked by a shoulder glance before changing lane; mirrors alone leave zones beside and behind the car unseen.

In fog or heavy rain, use dipped headlights and increase the following gap; do not use high beam, which reflects back off the moisture.

Vulnerable road users include pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists; reduce speed and widen clearance when passing them.

The clutch connects and disconnects engine and gearbox; press it fully before changing gear and release it smoothly to avoid stalling.

Braking should be progressive and, in a manual car, accompanied by downshifting so engine braking assists the brakes on long descents.

Engine braking on a long mountain descent prevents brake fade; select a low gear rather than riding the brakes continuously.

Tyre tread depth must meet the legal minimum (commonly 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters); worn tyres lengthen wet braking distance.

Tyre pressures are checked cold; under-inflation increases rolling resistance, heat, and the risk of a blowout at speed.

Skids are corrected by easing off the accelerator and steering in the direction of the skid, without abrupt braking.

ABS prevents wheel lock and preserves steering under hard braking; the pedal will pulse and should be held firmly, not pumped.

Coolant, engine oil, brake fluid, and washer fluid levels are checked with the engine cold and the vehicle on level ground.

Warning lights for oil pressure, temperature, or brakes require stopping as soon as it is safe; continuing risks engine or brake failure.

A driving licence is issued for a specified class of vehicle; driving outside that class is an offence equivalent to driving unlicensed.

Learner or provisional drivers must display the required L plates and be accompanied by a qualified licensed driver where the law requires it.

Documents carried or available for inspection typically include the driving licence, vehicle registration certificate, and valid insurance.

Driving without valid third-party insurance is an offence and leaves the driver personally liable for damage and injury caused.

Seat belts are mandatory for front and rear occupants where fitted; children below a specified height or age must use an approved child restraint.

Helmets are mandatory for riders and pillion passengers on motorcycles; the helmet must be correctly fastened.

Penalties escalate with repeat offences and include fines, licence points, suspension, and imprisonment for serious offences such as drink driving.

A licence may be endorsed, suspended, or cancelled for accumulating points, and disqualification requires a fresh test before reinstatement.

Vehicle registration and roadworthiness certificates must be current; driving an unregistered or uninsured vehicle is separately punishable.

Scene safety comes first: stop clear of traffic, switch on hazard lights, place a warning triangle behind the vehicle, and wear a reflective vest.

The emergency number in Bhutan is 112 for police and 113 for ambulance services; report location, casualties, and hazards.

The primary survey follows DR ABC: Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation; only commence CPR if the casualty is unresponsive and not breathing normally.

Adult CPR uses compressions at 100-120 per minute to a depth of 5-6 cm, with a compression-to-breath ratio of 30:2.

Severe bleeding is controlled by firm direct pressure on the wound, adding dressings on top rather than removing soaked ones.

A suspected spinal injury casualty should not be moved unless there is immediate danger such as fire or traffic.

Do not give food or drink to a casualty who is drowsy, vomiting, or unconscious, as this risks choking.

After any collision involving injury, death, or damage, stop, exchange details, and report to police within the legally required period.

Move an injured person only if leaving them risks further harm; otherwise keep them warm and still until help arrives.

On a single-track mountain road, the vehicle going downhill gives way to the vehicle climbing, because restarting uphill is harder.

On blind mountain bends, sound the horn and reduce speed so an oncoming vehicle is warned before it appears.

Use a low gear on long descents and avoid riding the brakes; continuous braking overheats the pads and causes fade.

In fog, drive below the speed at which you can stop within the visible distance and use dipped headlights and fog lamps.

On ice or snow, brake gently and steer smoothly; avoid sudden inputs, and use the highest gear that avoids wheelspin.

Water crossings should be checked for depth and current first; drive slowly in a low gear and never enter fast-flowing water.

Landslide and rockfall zones are crossed quickly one vehicle at a time, with attention to fresh debris and warning signs.

Rain on hot tarmac creates a slippery film in the first minutes; reduce speed until the road surface is washed clean.

At high altitude, engine power drops and brakes cool faster; allow longer gaps and lower speeds on steep grades.

A steady red light means stop behind the stop line; a steady amber means stop unless it is unsafe to do so.

A green light gives permission to proceed only if the exit beyond the junction is clear.

A green arrow permits movement only in the direction of the arrow, even if the main signal is red.

Indicators must be given in good time before turning or changing lane and cancelled after the manoeuvre.

A signal of intention does not confer priority; the driver must still yield to traffic with right-of-way.

Hand signals are used when indicators fail: a straight arm out and rotated means turning right, an arm bent upward means turning left.

A police officer's signals override traffic lights and road markings; obey the officer's arm and body position.

Hazard warning lights are for a stationary or slow-moving hazard, not for parking illegally or thanking another driver.

A vehicle reversing must give way to all other traffic and must not reverse from a side road into a main road.