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Question 1Road Safety and Highway Code

Under the Cyprus Road Traffic Law, what is the general maximum speed limit on a motorway for a private car unless signs indicate otherwise?

  1. 120 km/h Correct answer.
  2. 80 km/h
  3. 130 km/h
  4. 100 km/h

Explanation

The general motorway limit for private cars in Cyprus is 120 km/h where no lower limit is posted. Lower limits apply on approach ramps, in roadworks, and for certain vehicle categories. Drivers must always obey posted signs even when they are below the general limit.

Question 2Road Safety and Highway Code

On an ordinary two-way road outside built-up areas in Cyprus, the general speed limit for a private car is:

  1. 90 km/h
  2. 120 km/h
  3. 80 km/h Correct answer.
  4. 100 km/h

Explanation

The default limit on rural roads outside built-up areas is 80 km/h unless a sign shows a different figure. Built-up areas generally carry a 50 km/h limit. Motorways have their own higher limit.

Question 3Road Safety and Highway Code

What is the general speed limit in built-up areas in Cyprus when no other sign is present?

  1. 50 km/h Correct answer.
  2. 60 km/h
  3. 40 km/h
  4. 30 km/h

Explanation

Built-up areas carry a general limit of 50 km/h unless signs state otherwise. Near schools, hospitals, or in narrow residential streets lower limits may be posted. Drivers must reduce speed further when conditions require it.

Question 4Road Safety and Highway Code

What does a solid white line along the centre of the carriageway mean for your vehicle?

  1. You may cross it when the vehicle ahead is slow-moving
  2. You must not cross or straddle it Correct answer.
  3. You may cross it only to turn right into a side road
  4. You may cross it to overtake if the road ahead is clear

Explanation

A continuous white centre line must not be crossed or straddled, because visibility or road layout makes overtaking unsafe. The restriction applies regardless of whether the road appears clear. Where the line is broken, crossing is permitted when it is safe.

Question 5Road Safety and Highway Code

A traffic light shows a steady amber (yellow) signal as you approach. What must you do?

  1. Continue at the same speed because amber means proceed
  2. Stop, unless you are so close that stopping would be unsafe Correct answer.
  3. Accelerate to clear the junction before red
  4. Sound your horn and proceed through the junction

Explanation

A steady amber light means stop, unless you have already crossed the stop line or are so close that stopping could cause a collision. Amber is not a signal to speed up. Treat it as the warning stage before red.

Question 6Road Safety and Highway Code

When are you permitted to use your horn in a built-up area at night in Cyprus?

  1. Whenever you wish to greet another driver
  2. To hurry the vehicle in front at a junction
  3. Only to warn of immediate danger Correct answer.
  4. To signal your intention to overtake

Explanation

Horn use in built-up areas, particularly at night, is restricted to warning others of imminent danger. It must not be used as a greeting, to express impatience, or as an overtaking signal. Excessive or unnecessary horn use is an offence.

Question 7Road Safety and Highway Code

What is the maximum permitted blood alcohol concentration for a probationary (learner) driver in Cyprus?

  1. 0.5 g/l
  2. 0.9 g/l
  3. 0.0 g/l Correct answer.
  4. 0.2 g/l

Explanation

Probationary and novice drivers are subject to a zero-tolerance rule, meaning any detectable alcohol is an offence. Experienced drivers face a lower general limit than 0.5 g/l. The safest course is not to drink at all before driving.

Question 8Road Safety and Highway Code

What is the purpose of a zebra crossing (pedestrian crossing with broad white stripes)?

  1. To give pedestrians priority once they have stepped onto it Correct answer.
  2. To indicate a bus stop along the carriageway
  3. To warn drivers that pedestrians are banned from the road
  4. To mark a place where vehicles may park briefly

Explanation

At a zebra crossing, pedestrians who have stepped onto the stripes have priority and approaching drivers must stop. Drivers should also be ready to stop for anyone waiting to cross. Parking on or near the crossing is prohibited because it blocks visibility.

Question 9Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving on a motorway and feel tired. What is the safest action?

  1. Open a window and continue to your destination
  2. Increase speed to arrive sooner
  3. Turn on the hazard lights and slow down in the left lane
  4. Leave at the next exit or service area and rest Correct answer.

Explanation

Fatigue seriously reduces reaction time and judgement, and stopping is the only reliable remedy. Fresh air or loud music does not reverse tiredness. Pulling over at a safe place such as a service area or exit allows you to rest properly.

Question 10Road Safety and Highway Code

When approaching a roundabout in Cyprus, to whom must you normally give way?

  1. To vehicles entering behind you
  2. To traffic approaching from the left
  3. To traffic already on the roundabout coming from your right Correct answer.
  4. To pedestrians only

Explanation

Traffic already circulating on the roundabout has priority, and since circulation is anticlockwise, that traffic approaches from the right. You should slow down, look right, and enter only when there is a safe gap. Signals should be used to show your intended exit.

Question 11Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving behind a large lorry that is about to turn left at a junction. What is the safest approach?

  1. Move up close to the lorry's rear to save space
  2. Sound your horn and pass on the right
  3. Overtake on the left as the lorry slows
  4. Stay well back and allow the lorry room to complete the turn Correct answer.

Explanation

Large vehicles often need to swing out before turning and may cut back across the inside of the corner. Staying back keeps you out of the swept path and preserves your view. Overtaking on the inside of a turning lorry is extremely dangerous.

Question 12Road Safety and Highway Code

What does a flashing amber light at a pelican-style crossing mean for drivers?

  1. Treat the crossing as closed
  2. Stop and wait until the light turns green
  3. Proceed only if the crossing is clear of pedestrians Correct answer.
  4. Sound the horn to warn pedestrians

Explanation

A flashing amber signal means drivers may proceed but must give way to any pedestrian still on the crossing. It replaces the steady red phase for vehicles while pedestrians finish crossing. You must not move off if someone is still on the stripes.

Question 13Road Safety and Highway Code

You intend to turn right into a side road. A pedestrian is already crossing that side road. What should you do?

  1. Wait and let the pedestrian finish crossing Correct answer.
  2. Sound your horn so the pedestrian hurries
  3. Complete the turn before the pedestrian reaches your path
  4. Drive around the pedestrian on the far side

Explanation

A pedestrian already crossing the road you are turning into has priority, and you must give way. Turning across them would put them at risk and is an offence. Patience is required even if it delays your turn.

Question 14Road Safety and Highway Code

On a three-lane motorway in Cyprus, which lane should you normally use for steady cruising?

  1. The middle lane
  2. Whichever lane has the least traffic
  3. The left-hand lane
  4. The right-hand lane Correct answer.

Explanation

You should keep to the right-hand lane unless overtaking, because Cyprus drives on the left and the right lane is the normal cruising lane. The middle and left lanes are for overtaking and for traffic moving faster. Remaining in a lane unnecessarily obstructs other drivers.

Question 15Road Safety and Highway Code

You are involved in a collision in which someone is injured. What is your first duty?

  1. Exchange details only and drive on
  2. Move all vehicles immediately to clear the road
  3. Stop, give assistance, and call the emergency services Correct answer.
  4. Report the incident at a police station the next day

Explanation

After any collision involving injury you must stop, render reasonable assistance, and ensure emergency services are called. You must also exchange details with the other parties. Failing to stop or to help is a serious offence.

Question 16Road Safety and Highway Code

When may you use hazard warning lights while driving?

  1. To thank another driver for letting you pass
  2. To indicate that you are about to turn
  3. To warn following traffic of a sudden obstruction or hazard ahead Correct answer.
  4. To park illegally for a short time

Explanation

Hazard lights warn other road users of a stationary or slow-moving hazard, such as a breakdown or sudden queue. They are not a substitute for indicators when turning. Misuse can confuse other drivers about your intentions.

Question 17Road Safety and Highway Code

You are approaching a junction where a STOP sign is present. What is required?

  1. Come to a complete stop at the stop line, then proceed when safe Correct answer.
  2. Slow down and continue if the road looks clear
  3. Stop only if another vehicle is visible
  4. Sound your horn and proceed

Explanation

A STOP sign requires a complete stop at the marked line, regardless of whether traffic is visible. You must then give way to traffic on the priority road before moving off. Rolling through a STOP sign is an offence.

Question 18Road Safety and Highway Code

What is the correct action when an emergency vehicle approaches with sirens and flashing blue lights?

  1. Pull over safely and let it pass Correct answer.
  2. Speed up to stay ahead of it
  3. Ignore it unless it is directly behind you
  4. Brake sharply and stop where you are

Explanation

You should give way to emergency vehicles by moving to the side safely and, if necessary, stopping to let them pass. Sudden braking in the middle of the road can cause a collision. Do not break traffic laws such as running a red light to make way.

Question 19Road Safety and Highway Code

When driving in heavy rain, why should you increase your following distance?

  1. To allow other drivers to overtake more easily
  2. Because your engine uses more fuel in the rain
  3. To reduce spray reaching your windscreen
  4. Because wet roads increase stopping distances and reduce grip Correct answer.

Explanation

Wet road surfaces reduce tyre grip and lengthen braking distances, so a larger gap gives you more time to stop. Rain also reduces visibility and can cause aquaplaning. Doubling the normal two-second gap is a sensible minimum in wet weather.

Question 20Road Safety and Highway Code

You are entering a motorway from a slip road. Which rule applies?

  1. You have priority over traffic already on the motorway
  2. You must join in the left-hand lane regardless of traffic
  3. You must stop at the end of the slip road before joining
  4. You must give way to traffic already on the motorway and match its speed Correct answer.

Explanation

Traffic already on the motorway has priority, so you must adjust your speed on the slip road to merge into a safe gap. Stopping at the end of the slip road is dangerous unless traffic is stationary. Use the acceleration lane to build speed before joining.

Question 21Road Safety and Highway Code

A driver's eyesight must meet a minimum standard to drive legally. Which requirement applies to visual acuity in Cyprus?

  1. Perfect vision without glasses or contact lenses
  2. Only peripheral vision is tested
  3. No eyesight standard is required for private cars
  4. Ability to read a number plate at a specified distance, with corrective lenses if needed Correct answer.

Explanation

Drivers must be able to read a standard number plate at the prescribed distance, wearing glasses or contact lenses if necessary. If corrective lenses are required, they must be worn while driving. Deteriorating eyesight must be reported and may affect licence validity.

Question 22Road Safety and Highway Code

On a steep downhill gradient, what is the correct way to control your speed?

  1. Rely on the footbrake continuously
  2. Switch off the engine to save fuel
  3. Coast in neutral to reduce speed
  4. Select a lower gear and use engine braking, applying the brakes as needed Correct answer.

Explanation

A lower gear uses engine braking to help hold speed and prevents the brakes from overheating through continuous use. Brakes should be applied as needed, not held constantly. Coasting in neutral removes engine braking and reduces control.

Question 23Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving at night and an oncoming vehicle's headlights dazzle you. What should you do?

  1. Flash your main beam to warn the other driver
  2. Look directly at the headlights to judge distance
  3. Slow down and look towards the left edge of your lane Correct answer.
  4. Close your eyes briefly until the vehicle passes

Explanation

When dazzled, slow down and direct your gaze towards the left edge of your lane to keep your position without staring into the lights. Flashing your main beam can worsen the glare for both drivers. If you cannot see, reduce speed until you regain clear vision.

Question 24Road Safety and Highway Code

What does a broken white line with short, closely spaced dashes on the carriageway indicate?

  1. A bus lane boundary that cars may never cross
  2. The edge of the carriageway
  3. A hazard warning line where overtaking is prohibited
  4. A lane line where crossing is permitted when safe Correct answer.

Explanation

Short, closely spaced dashes mark a hazard warning line, but crossing it is permitted when it is safe, unlike a solid line. It warns of an approaching hazard such as a junction or bend. Drivers should treat it with caution and only cross when visibility allows.

Question 25Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving a car fitted with an anti-lock braking system (ABS) and need to stop urgently. What is the correct technique?

  1. Apply the handbrake and steer
  2. Pump the brake pedal rapidly
  3. Brake gently to avoid activating the system
  4. Apply firm continuous pressure and steer as needed Correct answer.

Explanation

With ABS, you should press the brake pedal firmly and keep it pressed; the system prevents wheel lock-up and allows steering. Pumping the pedal defeats the system's purpose. The handbrake locks the rear wheels and can cause a skid.

Question 26Road Safety and Highway Code

In Cyprus, what is the general speed limit for a private car on a rural road outside built-up areas, unless a sign shows a different limit?

  1. 65 km/h
  2. 100 km/h
  3. 80 km/h Correct answer.
  4. 50 km/h

Explanation

Under the Cyprus Road Traffic Law, the default limit outside built-up areas is 80 km/h for cars unless a traffic sign states otherwise. Built-up areas carry a lower default limit, and motorways have their own posted limit. Always obey the sign in force where it differs.

Question 27Road Safety and Highway Code

What does a circular sign with a red border and the number 50 inside mean?

  1. Minimum speed 50 km/h
  2. End of a 50 km/h zone
  3. Maximum speed 50 km/h Correct answer.
  4. Advisory speed of 50 km/h in good conditions

Explanation

A red-bordered circle is a prohibitory sign, so the number inside is the maximum permitted speed. Blue circular signs give mandatory instructions such as minimum speeds. Advisory speeds appear on rectangular or warning signs, not red circles.

Question 28Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving in a built-up area and approach a school crossing patrol holding up a stop sign. What must you do?

  1. Sound your horn to warn children and continue
  2. Continue at the same speed because the patrol only advises
  3. Stop and wait until the patrol lowers the sign and the crossing is clear Correct answer.
  4. Slow down and pass only if the way seems clear

Explanation

A school crossing patrol has legal authority to stop traffic, and drivers must stop when the sign is displayed. You may only move off once the patrol has returned to the pavement and the crossing is clear. Sounding the horn or creeping past endangers children.

Question 29Road Safety and Highway Code

What is the main purpose of a continuous double white line along the centre of the road?

  1. To mark a lane reserved for buses
  2. To warn of a speed camera ahead
  3. To indicate that overtaking is prohibited for traffic in both directions Correct answer.
  4. To show where parking is allowed at night

Explanation

A continuous double white line means neither direction of traffic may cross it to overtake or change lanes, except in limited circumstances such as passing a stationary obstruction. It is used where visibility is poor, such as on bends or hill crests. Single broken lines, by contrast, may be crossed when safe.

Question 30Road Safety and Highway Code

When must you switch on your vehicle's headlights during the day in Cyprus?

  1. Whenever visibility is seriously reduced, for example in fog or heavy rain Correct answer.
  2. Only on motorways
  3. Only between sunset and sunrise
  4. Only when it is actually raining

Explanation

Headlights must be used when visibility is seriously reduced, such as in fog, heavy rain or falling darkness, so that you can see and be seen. Using them only at night leaves you invisible in poor daytime conditions. Dipped headlights are appropriate in these situations.

Question 31Road Safety and Highway Code

What is the correct way to wear a seat belt in the front seat of a car?

  1. Shoulder strap under the arm and lap belt tight
  2. Lap belt only, worn loosely across the hips
  3. No belt is needed if the car has airbags
  4. Both lap and shoulder sections correctly fastened and snug Correct answer.

Explanation

A seat belt must be worn with the lap section low across the hips and the shoulder section over the shoulder and across the chest, with no slack. Wearing it incorrectly can cause serious injury in a collision. Airbags supplement belts and never replace them.

Question 32Road Safety and Highway Code

You are parked on a road at night in a built-up area with street lighting. What lighting should your vehicle show?

  1. Hazard warning lights on all four corners
  2. No lights at all
  3. At least the parking lights, unless the road is exempt Correct answer.
  4. Full headlights on dipped beam

Explanation

A vehicle parked on a road at night must show parking lights unless the road is a designated exempt road with adequate lighting. Hazard lights are for warning of a breakdown or obstruction, not for ordinary parking. Dipped headlights would dazzle other road users.

Question 33Road Safety and Highway Code

What does a triangular sign with a red border generally indicate?

  1. A warning of a hazard ahead Correct answer.
  2. A mandatory instruction
  3. A parking restriction
  4. The end of a built-up area

Explanation

Triangular signs with a red border are warning signs, alerting drivers to hazards such as bends, junctions or pedestrian crossings ahead. Mandatory instructions are given on circular signs, and information on rectangular signs. Recognising the shape helps you react early.

Question 34Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving on a single carriageway and a bus is signalling to pull out from a bus stop ahead. What should you do?

  1. Accelerate to pass before it moves
  2. Slow down and allow the bus to pull out if it is safe to do so Correct answer.
  3. Sound your horn and maintain speed
  4. Flash your headlights and continue at speed

Explanation

You should give way to a bus signalling its intention to leave a stop when it is safe, slowing or stopping as needed. Buses carry many passengers and need time to rejoin traffic. Accelerating past or flashing lights creates confusion and risk.

Question 35Road Safety and Highway Code

You are approaching a junction and the traffic lights are out of order. What should you do?

  1. Follow the vehicle in front without checking
  2. Proceed as if you had priority
  3. Treat the junction as uncontrolled and give way as required by signs and markings Correct answer.
  4. Wait until the lights are repaired before moving

Explanation

When traffic lights fail, the junction reverts to the rules shown by signs and road markings, such as give-way or stop lines. You must approach with caution and be prepared to yield. Assuming priority or blindly following another vehicle can cause a collision.

Question 36Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving on a wet road and your vehicle begins to aquaplane. What is the correct response?

  1. Ease off the accelerator and steer gently without harsh braking Correct answer.
  2. Brake firmly and steer sharply
  3. Apply the handbrake to slow the wheels
  4. Accelerate to push through the water

Explanation

Aquaplaning occurs when water lifts the tyres off the road, so grip is lost. Ease off the accelerator and keep the steering smooth until grip returns, avoiding sudden braking or turning. Harsh inputs can cause a skid once the tyres regain contact.

Question 37Road Safety and Highway Code

What is the correct tyre tread depth requirement for car tyres in Cyprus?

  1. At least 3.0 mm on the outer edges only
  2. At least 1.0 mm across the whole tread
  3. At least 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread Correct answer.
  4. No minimum, provided the tyre is inflated

Explanation

Car tyres must have a tread depth of at least 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the breadth and around the entire circumference. This minimum ensures water can be dispersed and grip maintained. Tyres below this depth are illegal and unsafe.

Question 38Road Safety and Highway Code

You are following a cyclist on a narrow country road. How should you overtake?

  1. Overtake on a blind bend if the road seems empty
  2. Wait until there is enough clear space and leave a wide gap Correct answer.
  3. Pass closely so the manoeuvre is quick
  4. Sound your horn continuously until the cyclist moves over

Explanation

When overtaking a cyclist you should wait for a safe opportunity and allow a generous lateral gap, roughly the width of a car door or more. Cyclists may need to swerve for potholes or gusts, so close passes are dangerous. Horns should not be used aggressively.

Question 39Road Safety and Highway Code

What does a yellow box junction marking with diagonal criss-cross lines mean?

  1. You may enter only if your exit is clear, apart from when turning right and blocked by oncoming traffic Correct answer.
  2. You must stop inside the box at all times
  3. The area is reserved for buses
  4. Parking is permitted for short periods

Explanation

A yellow box junction must not be entered unless your exit road is clear, so you do not block the junction. The exception is when you are turning right and are prevented from completing the turn by oncoming traffic. Stopping inside the box otherwise is an offence.

Question 40Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving in fog during the day. Which lights should you use?

  1. Full beam headlights
  2. Dipped headlights, and fog lights only if visibility is seriously reduced Correct answer.
  3. Side lights only
  4. Hazard warning lights while moving

Explanation

In fog, use dipped headlights so you can see and be seen without glare reflecting back. Fog lights may be used only when visibility is seriously reduced, typically below about 100 metres, and must be switched off when it improves. Full beam reflects off the fog and reduces visibility.

Question 41Road Safety and Highway Code

As a driver, what is your legal responsibility towards a child under 12 years old or under 150 cm tall travelling in your car?

  1. An appropriate child restraint or booster must be used Correct answer.
  2. The child may sit in the front unrestrained if an adult holds them
  3. No restraint is needed on short journeys
  4. A standard adult seat belt is always sufficient

Explanation

Children below the specified height or age must use a suitable child restraint or booster seat appropriate to their size. Adult belts do not fit small bodies and can cause severe injury. Holding a child is never a substitute for a proper restraint.

Question 42Road Safety and Highway Code

You are waiting to emerge from a side road onto a main road. A pedestrian is walking along the pavement you must cross. What should you do?

  1. Sound your horn to clear the way
  2. Give way to the pedestrian before emerging Correct answer.
  3. Reverse back and use another route
  4. Edge forward to make the pedestrian stop

Explanation

When emerging from a side road you must give way to pedestrians crossing or about to cross the road you are entering. Edging forward or using the horn to force them aside is intimidating and unsafe. Patience protects vulnerable road users.

Question 43Road Safety and Highway Code

What is the effect of driving with under-inflated tyres?

  1. Shorter braking distances
  2. Improved fuel economy
  3. Increased risk of overheating and blowout, plus higher fuel use Correct answer.
  4. No effect on handling

Explanation

Under-inflated tyres flex excessively, generating heat that can lead to failure, and they increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption. They also impair steering and braking. Correct pressures should be checked regularly when tyres are cold.

Question 44Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving at 50 km/h and a ball rolls into the road ahead from between parked cars. What should you do?

  1. Maintain speed and sound your horn
  2. Brake firmly and be prepared to stop, as a child may follow Correct answer.
  3. Accelerate to pass the ball quickly
  4. Swerve sharply into the opposite lane

Explanation

A ball in the road is a strong clue that a child may run out after it. Brake in good time and be ready to stop, checking your mirrors before any change of direction. Swerving into oncoming traffic can be more dangerous than controlled braking.

Question 45Road Safety and Highway Code

When may you legally drive in a bus lane in Cyprus?

  1. Only if you are carrying three or more passengers
  2. Only during the hours shown on the sign or outside the lane's operating times Correct answer.
  3. Never, under any circumstances
  4. Whenever traffic is heavy

Explanation

Bus lanes operate during the times shown on the accompanying sign, and outside those times other vehicles may generally use them. Entering during operating hours without permission is an offence. Always read the sign rather than assuming the lane is always restricted.

Question 46Road Safety and Highway Code

You are about to drive after taking a medicine that carries a warning that it may cause drowsiness. What should you do?

  1. Take a lower dose and drive normally
  2. Do not drive if the medicine affects your alertness, and seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist Correct answer.
  3. Drive only on quiet roads
  4. Drive only during daylight hours

Explanation

Medicines that cause drowsiness impair reaction times and judgement just as alcohol does, and driving while impaired is an offence. If you are unsure about the effect, ask a doctor or pharmacist before driving. Choosing quieter roads or daylight does not remove the risk.

Question 47Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving a car without ABS on a dry road and need to stop in an emergency. What is the correct braking technique?

  1. Pump the brake pedal rapidly while steering hard
  2. Press the brake firmly and hold it, releasing just before the wheels lock Correct answer.
  3. Apply the handbrake and steer into the kerb
  4. Brake gently and coast to a stop

Explanation

Without ABS, firm progressive braking up to the point just before the wheels lock gives the shortest stop. If the wheels lock, you should briefly release and reapply to regain steering control. Gentle braking wastes valuable stopping distance in an emergency.

Question 48Road Safety and Highway Code

You are approaching a sharp left-hand bend on a narrow road with a continuous white line on your side. A large oncoming vehicle is straddling the centre. What is the safest response?

  1. Accelerate to clear the bend before it arrives
  2. Reduce speed early, move as far left as is safe and be prepared to stop Correct answer.
  3. Flash your headlights and continue at the same speed
  4. Maintain speed and hold your line to assert priority

Explanation

When an oncoming vehicle encroaches on your side, the safest response is to slow early and position as far left as safely possible, stopping if necessary. Asserting priority or accelerating into a narrowing gap risks a head-on collision. The continuous line restricts your side, so speed reduction is your main tool.

Question 49Road Safety and Highway Code

On a long motorway descent in a mountainous area, why should you avoid relying on the footbrake alone to control speed?

  1. It confuses drivers behind you
  2. It uses more fuel than engine braking
  3. It may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness Correct answer.
  4. It wears the tyres too quickly

Explanation

Continuous braking on a long descent builds heat in the brake components and can lead to fade, reducing stopping power when you need it most. Selecting a lower gear uses engine braking to help hold a steady speed. Brakes should be applied in short, firm bursts rather than held continuously.

Question 50Road Safety and Highway Code

You are driving at night on an unlit road and see a steady red light ahead at a level crossing. What does it require of you?

  1. Treat it as a warning and cross with caution
  2. Stop and wait until the red light goes out, even if no train is visible Correct answer.
  3. Sound your horn and cross quickly
  4. Proceed slowly if you cannot hear a train

Explanation

A steady red light at a level crossing means you must stop and remain stopped until the light extinguishes and any barriers are fully raised. Trains are quiet and fast, so you cannot rely on hearing one. Crossing against the signal is extremely dangerous and illegal.