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Question 1Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

On a two-way road with no markings or signs, what is the general speed limit for a passenger car in a built-up area under standard traffic law?

  1. 30 km/h
  2. 80 km/h
  3. 50 km/h Correct answer.
  4. 60 km/h

Explanation

In built-up areas the default limit for passenger cars is 50 km/h unless signs show otherwise. The limit applies even when no sign is visible, because it is a general rule of the traffic code. Drivers must still reduce speed below the limit when conditions require it.

Question 2Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver approaches a pedestrian crossing where a pedestrian is waiting on the pavement, clearly intending to cross. What is the correct action?

  1. Continue at the same speed because the pedestrian is not yet on the roadway.
  2. Slow down and stop to let the pedestrian cross. Correct answer.
  3. Sound the horn to warn the pedestrian and continue.
  4. Swerve around the pedestrian while maintaining speed.

Explanation

Drivers must yield to pedestrians who are waiting at a marked crossing and show a clear intention to cross. Approaching such a crossing requires slowing and, if necessary, stopping. The duty arises before the pedestrian steps onto the roadway, not only afterwards.

Question 3Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

What is the maximum permitted blood alcohol concentration for a professional (C1/C2) small-car driver in most European traffic codes that apply stricter limits to professional drivers?

  1. 1.0 g/l
  2. 0.8 g/l
  3. 0.5 g/l
  4. 0.2 g/l Correct answer.

Explanation

Professional drivers are subject to a stricter alcohol limit, typically 0.2 g/l of blood, because they carry passengers or goods and drive more. The general limit for ordinary drivers is usually 0.5 g/l. Exceeding the professional limit carries licence and employment consequences.

Question 4Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A car is parked on a road at night in an unlit area outside a built-up zone. Which lighting rule applies?

  1. No lights are needed if the car is off the carriageway.
  2. Parking lights or hazard lights must be shown so the vehicle is visible. Correct answer.
  3. Only the interior light is required.
  4. Headlights on full beam must be left on.

Explanation

A vehicle parked on the carriageway at night in an unlit or poorly lit place must be made visible with parking lights or hazard warning lights. This protects other road users from a sudden unseen obstacle. Full-beam headlights are for driving and would dazzle oncoming traffic.

Question 5Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

When may a driver use hazard warning lights while the vehicle is moving?

  1. When parking in a prohibited place briefly.
  2. To warn following traffic of a sudden hazard or obstruction ahead, such as a queue forming sharply. Correct answer.
  3. To thank another driver for giving way.
  4. To indicate an intention to turn left.

Explanation

Hazard lights warn other road users of a danger or obstruction, and may be used briefly while moving to signal a sudden hazard such as a sharp queue. They are not a substitute for indicators when turning. They must not be used to justify illegal parking.

Question 6Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver wishes to overtake a cyclist on a narrow road. What minimum lateral clearance should be left where the code requires a specific distance?

  1. 1.5 m Correct answer.
  2. 0.5 m
  3. 2.5 m
  4. 1.0 m

Explanation

Many traffic codes require at least 1.5 m lateral clearance when overtaking a cyclist outside built-up areas, with 1.0 m often specified inside built-up areas. The clearance protects the cyclist from being struck or forced off course. If the gap cannot be left, the driver must wait.

Question 7Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

On a roundabout with no signs or markings indicating otherwise, who has priority?

  1. Traffic already circulating on the roundabout. Correct answer.
  2. The vehicle approaching from the right at each entry.
  3. The largest vehicle.
  4. Traffic entering the roundabout.

Explanation

Where a roundabout is marked with give-way lines at the entries, vehicles already on the circulatory carriageway have priority. Entering drivers must yield and only join when there is a safe gap. Priority does not depend on vehicle size.

Question 8Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is involved in a collision causing only minor damage and no injuries. What is the first duty under traffic law?

  1. Continue to the destination and report later.
  2. Stop immediately and exchange details with the other party. Correct answer.
  3. Drive away quickly to avoid blocking traffic.
  4. Wait for the police before leaving the vehicles in place.

Explanation

After any collision the driver must stop at once and provide identification and vehicle details to the other parties. Leaving the scene, even after minor damage, is an offence. Police attendance is only mandatory in specified situations such as injury.

Question 9Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

Which document must a driver be able to produce when requested by a police officer during a roadside check?

  1. The driving licence and the vehicle registration document. Correct answer.
  2. The vehicle's service history.
  3. The purchase invoice for the vehicle.
  4. The driver's medical certificate.

Explanation

A driver must be able to show a valid driving licence and the vehicle registration document, and often proof of insurance, during a roadside check. These documents prove the right to drive and the vehicle's identity. Service records and invoices are not part of this duty.

Question 10Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver sees a flashing red light at a level crossing. What must the driver do?

  1. Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and the barriers are fully raised. Correct answer.
  2. Stop only if a train is visible.
  3. Proceed slowly while looking both ways.
  4. Sound the horn and cross quickly.

Explanation

A flashing red light at a level crossing is an absolute signal to stop. The driver must wait until the lights go out and any barriers are fully open before crossing. A train may be approaching even if it is not yet visible.

Question 11Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

What does a continuous solid white line along the centre of the road mean for a driver?

  1. Crossing the line is prohibited, including for overtaking. Correct answer.
  2. The line marks the edge of the carriageway.
  3. The line marks a bus lane.
  4. Overtaking is permitted if the road is clear.

Explanation

A continuous centre line may not be crossed or straddled, so overtaking is prohibited even when the road appears clear. The restriction exists because visibility or space is insufficient for a safe manoeuvre. A broken line, by contrast, may be crossed when safe.

Question 12Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver intends to turn left into a side road. A pedestrian is already crossing that side road on a marked crossing. Who has priority?

  1. The driver, if the vehicle is larger.
  2. Whoever arrives first at the crossing point.
  3. The driver, because the vehicle is already turning.
  4. The pedestrian, because they are already on the crossing. Correct answer.

Explanation

A pedestrian already on a marked crossing has priority over a vehicle turning into that road. The driver must stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing. Vehicle size and arrival order do not affect this duty.

Question 13Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

What is the purpose of a yellow zig-zag marking outside a school entrance?

  1. To mark a permitted parking bay for parents.
  2. To prohibit stopping and parking so that visibility and access are kept clear. Correct answer.
  3. To mark a loading zone for deliveries.
  4. To indicate a cycle lane.

Explanation

Zig-zag markings outside schools prohibit stopping and parking in the marked area. The aim is to keep sightlines clear for children and drivers near the entrance. Stopping there, even briefly, obstructs a safety zone.

Question 14Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is following a large lorry on a wet road. What following distance is appropriate?

  1. As close as possible to reduce wind resistance.
  2. At least two seconds in dry conditions, increased further in the wet. Correct answer.
  3. Half a car length at any speed.
  4. One second behind the lorry.

Explanation

The two-second rule is the minimum safe gap in dry conditions and must be increased in rain, when braking distances grow and spray reduces visibility. A larger gap also keeps the driver out of the lorry's blind spot. Tailgating a heavy vehicle is especially dangerous.

Question 15Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

When is a driver permitted to use a mobile phone held in the hand while driving?

  1. When driving slowly in a traffic jam.
  2. Only in a genuine emergency, such as calling emergency services when stopping is unsafe. Correct answer.
  3. When the call lasts less than one minute.
  4. When stopped at a red light.

Explanation

Hand-held phone use while driving is prohibited, and stopping at a red light or in a queue still counts as driving. The narrow exception is a genuine emergency where stopping is impossible or unsafe. Even then, the driver must keep control of the vehicle.

Question 16Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

What does a red traffic light with a green arrow pointing right mean?

  1. The arrow is advisory only and may be ignored.
  2. All traffic must stop and may not proceed in any direction.
  3. Traffic may proceed only in the direction of the green arrow, after yielding to others. Correct answer.
  4. Traffic may proceed straight ahead but not turn.

Explanation

A green arrow on a red light permits movement only in the direction shown, and only after yielding to traffic and pedestrians that still have priority. It does not authorise other directions. The red main light continues to stop all other movements.

Question 17Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver's vehicle has a defective brake light. What is the correct course of action?

  1. Have the defect repaired before continuing, since the vehicle is not roadworthy. Correct answer.
  2. Continue driving normally until the next scheduled service.
  3. Drive only at night so the defect is less noticeable.
  4. Use hazard lights instead of the brake light.

Explanation

A defective brake light makes the vehicle unroadworthy because following drivers cannot see braking signals. The defect must be repaired before the vehicle is used again, except for driving to a repair facility where permitted. Hazard lights are not a substitute for brake lights.

Question 18Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A bus is signalling to pull out from a bus stop in a built-up area. What should a following driver do?

  1. Slow down and, where the code requires it, give way to let the bus rejoin traffic. Correct answer.
  2. Accelerate to pass before the bus moves.
  3. Maintain speed and pass closely.
  4. Sound the horn to warn the bus driver.

Explanation

In built-up areas drivers are generally required to give way to a bus signalling its intention to leave a stop. The rule protects passengers and keeps traffic flowing safely. Passing closely or accelerating past creates a collision risk.

Question 19Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

What is the legal status of a white line marking the edge of the carriageway on a motorway-style road?

  1. It marks the boundary of the carriageway, and crossing it onto the hard shoulder is restricted to emergencies. Correct answer.
  2. It marks a cycle lane.
  3. It marks a lane available for overtaking.
  4. It indicates a parking area.

Explanation

An edge line marks the limit of the carriageway; beyond it lies the hard shoulder or verge, which is reserved for emergencies and breakdowns. Using it as a normal driving lane is prohibited. This keeps the emergency lane clear for genuine incidents.

Question 20Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver in a built-up area approaches an unmarked crossroads where no priority signs are present. Which rule generally applies?

  1. The driver must give way to traffic approaching from the right. Correct answer.
  2. The driver on the wider road always has priority.
  3. The driver going straight always has priority.
  4. The faster vehicle has priority.

Explanation

At an unmarked crossroads the default rule in many codes is to give way to traffic approaching from the right. This applies only when no signs, markings, or signals establish priority. Drivers should approach slowly enough to stop if necessary.

Question 21Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is convicted of driving with a blood alcohol level above the legal limit for the first time. Which combination of consequences is most typical under traffic law?

  1. Loss of the vehicle only.
  2. Mandatory retraining with no other penalty.
  3. A fine, licence suspension or points, and possible imprisonment for serious cases. Correct answer.
  4. A verbal warning only.

Explanation

Drink-driving convictions typically carry a fine, licence suspension or penalty points, and in serious cases imprisonment. The penalties reflect the high risk of harm. A verbal warning is never the outcome for exceeding the legal limit.

Question 22Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver uses a vehicle for a commercial passenger service without the required authorisation. What is the legal position?

  1. It is an offence because commercial carriage requires the appropriate licence and vehicle authorisation. Correct answer.
  2. It is lawful if the driver holds a standard driving licence.
  3. It is lawful if the passengers pay in cash.
  4. It is lawful for short journeys under five kilometres.

Explanation

Carrying passengers for reward requires the correct commercial licence and vehicle authorisation. A standard driving licence alone does not permit paid passenger transport. Cash payment or short distance does not remove the requirement.

Question 23Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is required to wear a seat belt. In which situation is the driver lawfully exempt?

  1. When the vehicle has airbags.
  2. When reversing or when a medical exemption certificate is held. Correct answer.
  3. When the journey is shorter than one kilometre.
  4. When driving in a built-up area.

Explanation

Seat belt exemptions are narrow and include reversing manoeuvres and holders of a valid medical exemption. Airbags and short trips do not exempt the driver. The belt must be worn on every journey otherwise.

Question 24Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver has been disqualified from driving. What is the effect of the disqualification?

  1. The driver may drive only during daylight hours.
  2. The driver may drive if accompanied by a qualified driver.
  3. The driver may not drive any motor vehicle on a public road until the disqualification ends. Correct answer.
  4. The driver may still drive for work purposes.

Explanation

A disqualification bans the person from driving any motor vehicle on a public road until it expires. Driving while disqualified is a serious offence. Work needs, daylight, or supervision do not create exceptions.

Question 25Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

Which behaviour is required of a driver approaching a pedestrian crossing with a central refuge island?

  1. Proceed at normal speed because the island splits the crossing.
  2. Only give way to pedestrians on the left-hand half.
  3. Treat the crossing as two separate crossings and proceed without regard to the second half.
  4. Slow down and give way to pedestrians on either half of the crossing. Correct answer.

Explanation

A refuge island does not remove the driver's duty to yield to pedestrians on any part of the crossing. The driver must slow and be ready to stop for both halves. Treating one half as a separate crossing does not excuse failing to yield.

Question 26Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver approaches a junction where a police officer is directing traffic with arm signals while the traffic lights show green. Whose instruction must the driver follow?

  1. The driver may choose whichever signal allows faster progress
  2. The traffic lights always take priority over the officer
  3. The driver should stop and wait until the officer leaves
  4. The police officer's signals take priority over the lights Correct answer.

Explanation

Signals given by a police officer controlling traffic override both traffic lights and static signs. A driver must obey the officer's directions even when the light shows green, because the officer is managing an exceptional situation. Failing to comply with an officer's signal is an offence.

Question 27Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is waiting at a junction and the traffic light turns amber as the driver is already crossing the stop line. What should the driver do?

  1. Continue across the junction without stopping Correct answer.
  2. Reverse back behind the stop line
  3. Stop immediately where the vehicle is
  4. Sound the horn and accelerate sharply

Explanation

An amber light means stop unless the vehicle has already crossed the stop line or is so close that stopping abruptly would be unsafe. A driver already past the line should clear the junction. Reversing or stopping in the middle of a junction would create a hazard.

Question 28Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

On a road with a broken white line along the centre, what does the line indicate to a driver?

  1. Overtaking is prohibited in both directions
  2. Parking is prohibited along that edge of the road
  3. Overtaking is permitted when it is safe to do so Correct answer.
  4. The road has a single lane in each direction only

Explanation

A broken or dashed centre line means the driver may cross it to overtake, provided the manoeuvre is safe and visibility allows. It does not by itself create a prohibition. The driver must still judge traffic, sight lines and any other markings before crossing.

Question 29Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver approaches a junction and sees a stop sign together with a solid stop line across the lane. What is required?

  1. Slow down and continue if the road appears clear
  2. Stop only if another vehicle is approaching
  3. Sound the horn before entering the junction
  4. Stop completely at the line and give way before proceeding Correct answer.

Explanation

A stop sign requires a complete halt at the stop line, not merely slowing down. The driver must then give way to traffic on the priority road before moving off. A rolling check is not sufficient to satisfy the sign.

Question 30Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is travelling on a motorway and misses the intended exit. What is the correct action?

  1. Reverse along the hard shoulder to the exit
  2. Stop on the carriageway and wait for a gap
  3. Make a U-turn through the central reservation gap
  4. Continue to the next exit and rejoin the route Correct answer.

Explanation

Reversing, U-turns and stopping on a motorway carriageway are prohibited because of the extreme danger of high-speed traffic. A driver who misses an exit must continue to the next one and adjust the route. This rule protects both the driver and following traffic.

Question 31Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver wishes to park on a road at night in an area without street lighting. What does the law generally require?

  1. Hazard warning lights must be left flashing all night
  2. The engine must be left running to power the lights
  3. No lights are needed if the vehicle is off the carriageway
  4. Parking lights must be left on so the vehicle is visible Correct answer.

Explanation

On an unlit road at night a parked vehicle must display parking lights so that other road users can see it. This requirement exists because an unlit vehicle is effectively invisible to approaching traffic. Reflective materials alone are not a substitute for the required lights.

Question 32Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is involved in a collision in which a person is injured. Besides stopping, what must the driver do?

  1. Wait for the injured person to request details
  2. Give personal details and report the collision to the police Correct answer.
  3. Leave a note on the damaged vehicle and drive on
  4. Report the collision only if damage exceeds a set amount

Explanation

Where a collision causes injury, the driver must stop, provide name and address and vehicle details, and notify the police if not done at the scene. These duties arise from the injury itself, not from the value of damage. Leaving the scene without doing so is an offence.

Question 33Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is convicted of a serious traffic offence and receives a period of disqualification. What does disqualification mean in practice?

  1. The person may drive if accompanied by a licensed driver
  2. The person may not drive any vehicle on a public road during the period Correct answer.
  3. The person may drive only vehicles owned by others
  4. The person may drive only during daylight hours

Explanation

Disqualification is a total bar on driving any motor vehicle on a public road for the stated period. It is not limited by time of day, ownership of the vehicle, or supervision. Driving while disqualified is itself a serious offence.

Question 34Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver approaches a pedestrian crossing where a person is waiting on the pavement. What is the correct action?

  1. Slow down and be prepared to stop to let the person cross Correct answer.
  2. Continue at the same speed if no one has stepped out yet
  3. Sound the horn to warn the pedestrian to wait
  4. Accelerate to pass before the person steps onto the crossing

Explanation

A driver must approach a pedestrian crossing at a speed that allows stopping, and should give way to a person waiting to cross. Anticipation is required because a pedestrian may step out without warning. Passing at speed or using the horn to hurry a pedestrian is contrary to this duty.

Question 35Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is following a slow-moving tractor on a rural road with a solid continuous centre line. What does the line mean here?

  1. The line only applies to vehicles over a certain weight
  2. The driver must not cross or straddle the line to overtake Correct answer.
  3. The driver may overtake if the tractor is very slow
  4. The driver may cross the line when no oncoming traffic is visible

Explanation

A continuous centre line prohibits crossing or straddling it, regardless of how slow the vehicle ahead is travelling. The line is placed where overtaking would be unsafe because of limited visibility or other hazards. The driver must wait until the marking changes.

Question 36Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver intends to overtake a parked refuse truck on a narrow residential street. What is the key legal consideration?

  1. The driver must always wait behind the truck until it moves
  2. The driver may cross the centre only if it is safe and no solid line forbids it Correct answer.
  3. The driver may pass on either side regardless of oncoming traffic
  4. The driver may mount the pavement to pass the truck

Explanation

Overtaking a stationary obstruction is lawful only where the road marking permits crossing and the manoeuvre can be completed safely. The driver must check for oncoming traffic and pedestrians before pulling out. Mounting the pavement or passing blindly is not permitted.

Question 37Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is driving in fog with visibility reduced to about 50 metres. Which lights should be used?

  1. Main beam headlights to see further ahead
  2. Dipped headlights, with fog lights if fitted and visibility is seriously reduced Correct answer.
  3. Side lights only, to avoid glare
  4. Hazard warning lights while moving

Explanation

In fog, dipped headlights are required so the vehicle is seen, and rear fog lights may be used when visibility falls below the threshold set by law. Main beam reflects off the fog and reduces visibility. Hazard warning lights must not be used while driving merely because of fog.

Question 38Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is stopped by police and asked for documents. Which set of documents is the driver normally expected to produce?

  1. Insurance certificate and a recent service record
  2. Driving licence, vehicle registration and insurance certificate Correct answer.
  3. Vehicle registration and a valid roadworthiness test only
  4. Driving licence only

Explanation

A driver must be able to produce evidence of entitlement to drive, evidence of the vehicle's registration and evidence of insurance cover. These three documents together establish lawful use of the vehicle. A service record is not among the documents required at a roadside check.

Question 39Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver's vehicle has a tyre with a tread depth below the legal minimum. What is the legal position if the driver continues to use the vehicle on a public road?

  1. The driver is permitted if the tyre is on a rear wheel
  2. The driver is permitted if the road is dry
  3. The driver commits an offence and may be penalised Correct answer.
  4. The driver is permitted if the journey is short

Explanation

Tyres must meet the minimum tread depth and condition requirements whenever the vehicle is used on a public road. Using a vehicle with an illegal tyre is an offence regardless of journey length, weather or wheel position. The driver is responsible for the condition of the vehicle.

Question 40Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is approaching a hill crest on a narrow road and cannot see what is beyond. What does the law and safe practice require before overtaking?

  1. The driver may overtake if the road has no markings
  2. The driver may overtake if the vehicle ahead is slow
  3. The driver must be able to see that the road is clear for the whole manoeuvre Correct answer.
  4. The driver may overtake if the horn is sounded first

Explanation

Overtaking is lawful only when the driver has a clear view and enough space to complete the manoeuvre safely. A blind hill crest hides oncoming traffic and makes this impossible. Sounding the horn does not create a right to overtake where visibility is inadequate.

Question 41Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is in a lane marked with a white arrow pointing straight ahead and wishes to turn right at the junction. What should the driver do?

  1. Follow the lane arrow and find a lawful route to the destination Correct answer.
  2. Change lanes across the solid line at the junction
  3. Turn right from the lane if no traffic is present
  4. Stop in the lane and wait for permission to turn

Explanation

Lane arrows direct the movement permitted from that lane, and a driver must comply with them. Turning against the arrow is a breach of the marking. The correct approach is to follow the arrow and reroute lawfully.

Question 42Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is convicted of driving while over the legal alcohol limit. Which statement reflects the typical legal consequence?

  1. Only a small administrative fee applies
  2. A warning is issued with no further consequence
  3. The penalty applies only if an accident occurred
  4. Penalties may include a fine, disqualification and possible imprisonment Correct answer.

Explanation

Driving over the legal alcohol limit is a serious offence that can lead to a fine, disqualification from driving and, in serious cases, imprisonment. The penalty does not depend on whether a collision occurred. The exact sanction is set by the court according to the circumstances.

Question 43Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is using a vehicle to carry passengers for payment without the required authorisation. What is the legal position?

  1. The driver is lawful if the journey is under a set distance
  2. The driver is lawful if passengers pay in cash
  3. The driver is committing an offence by operating without authorisation Correct answer.
  4. The driver is lawful if the vehicle is privately owned

Explanation

Carrying passengers for reward requires the appropriate authorisation for a commercial passenger service. Operating without it is an offence regardless of the payment method, distance or ownership of the vehicle. The requirement protects passengers and fair competition.

Question 44Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver approaches a level crossing where the barriers are raised but the warning lights are flashing red. What must the driver do?

  1. Proceed if no train is visible
  2. Proceed carefully because the barriers are up
  3. Sound the horn and cross quickly
  4. Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing Correct answer.

Explanation

Flashing red lights at a level crossing mean a train is approaching and the driver must stop. The position of the barriers does not override the red lights. Proceeding because no train is visible is dangerous, as trains approach quickly and quietly.

Question 45Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is required by law to wear a seat belt. In which situation is the driver lawfully exempt?

  1. When carrying passengers
  2. When driving in a built-up area
  3. When reversing the vehicle Correct answer.
  4. When driving a vehicle with airbags

Explanation

Seat belt law provides a specific exemption for a driver who is reversing, because the belt can restrict the movement needed for the manoeuvre. The other situations listed do not create an exemption. Airbags supplement, but do not replace, the requirement to wear a belt.

Question 46Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is approaching a pedestrian crossing that has a central refuge island. What is required?

  1. Treat each half of the road as a separate crossing and give way appropriately Correct answer.
  2. Sound the horn to clear pedestrians from the island
  3. Drive around the island without slowing down
  4. Wait at the island until all pedestrians have left the road

Explanation

Where a crossing has a central refuge, each carriageway is treated as a separate crossing for the purpose of giving way. A driver gives way to pedestrians on the half being approached. This allows traffic to flow while pedestrians wait safely on the island.

Question 47Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is in a built-up area and a bus ahead signals to pull out from a stop. What should the driver do?

  1. Accelerate to pass before the bus moves
  2. Allow the bus to pull out if it is safe to do so Correct answer.
  3. Sound the horn to tell the bus to wait
  4. Maintain speed and force the bus to give way

Explanation

Drivers should give way to a bus signalling to leave a stop in a built-up area, provided it is safe. This courtesy rule keeps public transport moving and reduces sudden braking conflicts. Forcing the bus to wait or accelerating past it increases collision risk.

Question 48Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver sees a yellow box junction ahead and intends to turn right at the junction beyond it. When may the driver enter the box?

  1. Whenever the driver is following another vehicle closely
  2. When the exit is clear, or when waiting to turn right and only oncoming traffic blocks the turn Correct answer.
  3. Whenever the traffic light ahead is green
  4. Whenever the driver intends to turn right, regardless of exit space

Explanation

A driver may enter a yellow box junction only if the exit is clear, apart from the special case of waiting to turn right where only oncoming traffic prevents the turn. Entering when the exit is blocked causes gridlock. The signal colour alone does not create a right to enter.

Question 49Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is driving at night and is dazzled by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle. What is the safest lawful response?

  1. Switch on main beam to retaliate
  2. Close the eyes briefly until the glare passes
  3. Slow down and look towards the left edge of the road until the vehicle passes Correct answer.
  4. Speed up to pass the oncoming vehicle quickly

Explanation

When dazzled, a driver should reduce speed and use the left-hand edge of the road as a guide until vision recovers. Main beam would worsen the glare for both drivers. Speeding up while unable to see is dangerous.

Question 50Road traffic laws, regulations and rules

A driver is towing a trailer on a road where a lower speed limit applies to vehicles towing trailers. What must the driver do?

  1. Drive at the general limit if the road is clear
  2. Choose any speed below the general limit
  3. Drive at the general limit because the trailer is light
  4. Observe the lower limit that applies to the vehicle and trailer combination Correct answer.

Explanation

Where a lower limit applies to vehicles towing trailers, that limit governs the combination regardless of the trailer's weight or traffic conditions. The limit exists because towing affects braking and stability. Exceeding it is an offence.