Egypt Driving Test flashcards

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Red octagon sign

A stop sign requiring a complete stop at the stop line, giving way to all traffic on the intersecting road, and proceeding only when safe.

Give way sign

A red inverted triangle indicating that you must slow down, be prepared to stop, and give way to traffic on the priority road.

Solid white centre line

A road marking that prohibits crossing or straddling; you must keep to your side of the line.

Flashing amber traffic light

A signal meaning proceed with caution, obeying give-way rules and being prepared to stop if necessary.

Yellow box junction

A marked area where you must not enter unless your exit is clear, except when turning right and only blocked by oncoming traffic.

Right-hand rule

At an uncontrolled intersection, you must give way to traffic approaching from your right.

Roundabout priority

When entering a roundabout, give way to traffic already circulating, which approaches from your left in right-hand traffic.

Two-second rule

A safe following distance in good conditions: stay at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead; double it in wet weather.

Blind spot check

Looking over your shoulder before changing lanes or moving off to check areas not visible in mirrors.

ABS braking technique

In an emergency with ABS, apply firm continuous pressure to the brake pedal and steer; do not pump the brakes.

Engine braking

Selecting a lower gear on long descents to control speed using engine resistance, reducing brake overheating.

Tyre tread minimum

The legal minimum tread depth for car tyres is 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tyre.

DRABC protocol

First aid sequence: Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation-used to assess and manage a casualty.

Warning triangle placement

Place a warning triangle 50–100 metres behind the vehicle (further on highways) to warn approaching traffic.

Recovery position

Placing an unconscious but breathing casualty on their side to keep the airway clear and prevent choking.

CPR ratio

For adult CPR, give 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths, repeating the cycle.

Emergency numbers Egypt

Ambulance: 122; Police: 123; Fire: 180. Use these numbers to summon help at an incident scene.

Bleeding control

Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or dressing; elevate the limb if possible.

Burn first aid

Cool the burn with running water for at least 10 minutes; do not apply ice, butter, or ointments.

Third-party insurance

Mandatory insurance covering damage to other people and property; it does not cover your own vehicle.

Vehicle inspection certificate

A roadworthiness test certificate that must be valid and kept in the vehicle; driving without it is an offence.

BAC limit Egypt

The legal blood alcohol concentration limit for all drivers in Egypt is 0.00%; any alcohol is prohibited.

Seat belt law

Seat belts are mandatory for the driver and all passengers; children must use appropriate child restraints.

Mobile phone use

Using a hand-held mobile phone while driving is prohibited and carries fines and penalty points.

Overtaking prohibition

Do not overtake on solid lines, at pedestrian crossings, at intersections, or where visibility is restricted.

T-junction priority

At a T-junction, vehicles on the terminating road must give way to traffic on the through road.

Fog driving

In fog, use low-beam headlights, reduce speed, and increase following distance; do not use high beam.

Tyre blowout response

Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and steer straight; do not brake hard.

Brake failure response

Pump the brake pedal, downshift, apply the parking brake gradually, and look for a safe runoff.

Vehicle fire response

Stop, switch off the engine, evacuate everyone, and move at least 100 metres away; do not open the bonnet.

Highway breakdown

Pull onto the hard shoulder, turn on hazard lights, exit on the safe side, and wait behind the barrier.

Driving licence carriage

You must carry your driving licence at all times while driving and produce it on request by a police officer.