Eritrea Driving License Knowledge Test flashcards

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Right-hand rule

At an unmarked intersection of equal roads, a driver must yield to any vehicle approaching from the right, and to traffic already in the junction.

Roundabout priority

Vehicles already circulating in a roundabout have the right of way; entering drivers must give way and signal before leaving the circle.

Two-second rule

A minimum following gap measured by counting two seconds between the vehicle ahead passing a fixed point and your own arrival at it.

Left turn priority

A driver turning left across oncoming traffic must give way to vehicles coming straight ahead or turning right before completing the manoeuvre.

Pedestrian crossing priority

Drivers must stop before a marked pedestrian crossing when someone is on it or waiting to cross, and must not block the crossing.

Overtaking prohibition zones

Overtaking is forbidden on blind curves, hill crests, at pedestrian crossings, at junctions and wherever a solid centre line is present.

Red circle sign

A sign with a red circle and white centre is a prohibition, such as a speed limit, no entry or no-overtaking instruction.

Give way sign

An inverted red triangle means the driver must slow, be prepared to stop and yield to traffic on the priority road ahead.

Solid centre line

A continuous yellow or white centre line means crossing or straddling it is prohibited; a broken line permits crossing when safe.

Traffic light sequence

Lights change red, red plus amber, green, amber, then red; amber means stop unless stopping would be unsafe.

Blue circle sign

A blue circular sign gives a mandatory instruction, such as a required turn direction, minimum speed or keep-right command.

Zebra crossing markings

Longitudinal white stripes across the carriageway mark a pedestrian crossing; stopping or parking on the stripes is prohibited.

Stopping distance formula

Total stopping distance equals thinking distance plus braking distance, with braking distance rising roughly with the square of speed.

Dipped headlight use

Dipped headlights are required in rain, fog, dusk and tunnels; main beam is used only when no oncoming vehicle is within about 200 metres.

Blind spot check

Areas not visible in the mirrors must be checked by turning the head before changing lanes, overtaking or opening a door.

Aquaplaning risk

On wet roads above roughly 80 km/h tyres may lose contact with the surface; ease off the accelerator and avoid sudden steering or braking.

Fatigue driving risk

Tiredness slows reaction time and judgement; drivers should take a break at least every two hours on long journeys.

Night driving speed

At night a driver must travel at a speed that allows stopping within the distance lit by the headlights, not just the visible road.

Engine oil check

Check oil with a cold engine on level ground; the dipstick reading must fall between the minimum and maximum marks.

Tyre tread minimum

Legal minimum tyre tread depth is about 1.6 millimetres; tyres are checked and inflated to the manufacturer's pressure when cold.

Radiator cap danger

A radiator cap must never be opened while the engine is hot, because pressurised boiling coolant can cause severe scalding burns.

Red warning lights

Red dashboard lights for oil pressure, battery charging or brakes mean stop safely and investigate before continuing the journey.

Brake fluid warning

A falling brake fluid level or a spongy brake pedal indicates wear or a leak and requires immediate inspection by a mechanic.

Required emergency kit

A vehicle should carry a spare wheel, jack, wheel brace, warning triangle and fire extinguisher for use in breakdowns and crashes.

Documents to carry

A driver must carry a valid licence for the vehicle class, current registration papers and proof of valid third-party insurance.

Drink-driving offence

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is prohibited, and refusing a breath or blood test is itself a punishable offence.

Seat belt law

Seat belts are compulsory for the driver and front-seat passengers, and children must be restrained in an appropriate child seat.

Mobile phone rule

Using a hand-held mobile phone while driving is prohibited; only hands-free devices may be used when it is safe.

Duty after a crash

After a collision causing injury or significant damage, the driver must stop, assist the injured and report the incident to police.

CPR compression rate

If a casualty is unresponsive and not breathing, give chest compressions at 100 to 120 per minute, about 5 to 6 centimetres deep.

Recovery position

An unconscious casualty who is breathing should be placed on their side in the recovery position to keep the airway open.

Severe bleeding control

Apply firm direct pressure to a severe wound with a clean cloth and elevate the limb if no fracture is suspected.