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Question 1Alertness

You are driving in Gibraltar and notice the vehicle ahead has its reversing lights illuminated as you approach. What should you do first?

  1. Flash your headlights and continue closely behind
  2. Sound your horn and maintain your speed
  3. Slow down and prepare to stop, giving the vehicle room to reverse Correct answer.
  4. Accelerate past before it begins to move

Explanation

Reversing lights warn that the vehicle is about to move backwards, possibly into your path. Reducing speed and creating space gives you time to stop and avoids a collision in a confined street.

Question 2Alertness

While driving along a residential street, a ball bounces into the road from between parked cars. What is the safest response?

  1. Continue at the same speed because the ball is small
  2. Accelerate to pass the gap before anyone emerges
  3. Brake firmly and prepare for a child to follow the ball Correct answer.
  4. Swerve around the ball without reducing speed

Explanation

A ball entering the road is a strong clue that a child may run after it without looking. Slowing or stopping early gives you time to react to a hazard you cannot yet see.

Question 3Alertness

You are about to move off from a parking space on a busy Gibraltar street. Which observation routine should you follow?

  1. Check mirrors and blind spot, then signal if necessary before moving Correct answer.
  2. Ask a passenger to watch and move off without checking
  3. Rely on the rear-view mirror alone
  4. Signal first and pull out immediately

Explanation

Before moving off you must check mirrors and look over your shoulder into the blind spot, then signal to warn other road users. Mirrors alone leave areas hidden from view.

Question 4Alertness

When should you use your horn while driving in a built-up area?

  1. Whenever you approach a junction
  2. To greet someone you recognise on the pavement
  3. Only to warn other road users of your presence when they may not have seen you Correct answer.
  4. To tell a slow driver in front to speed up

Explanation

The horn is a warning device, used to alert others who may not be aware of you. It must not be used as a rebuke or for social greeting, and unnecessary use in built-up areas is discouraged.

Question 5Alertness

You are driving at night and an oncoming vehicle keeps its headlights on full beam. What should you do?

  1. Speed up to pass the vehicle more quickly
  2. Look directly at the headlights to judge the vehicle's position
  3. Flash your own full beam repeatedly in retaliation
  4. Slow down and look towards the left edge of your lane until it has passed Correct answer.

Explanation

Dazzling headlights can temporarily blind you, so reduce speed and use the left-hand edge of the road as a guide. Looking away from the light preserves your night vision until the vehicle passes.

Question 6Alertness

What is the main purpose of the two-second rule when following another vehicle?

  1. To measure the exact stopping distance of your car
  2. To ensure you are always two car lengths behind
  3. To keep a gap that allows time to react and stop if the vehicle ahead brakes Correct answer.
  4. To decide when overtaking is permitted

Explanation

The two-second rule gives a following gap that allows for reaction time and braking if the vehicle ahead slows suddenly. The gap should be increased in wet weather or poor visibility.

Question 7Alertness

You are approaching a zebra crossing and a pedestrian is waiting on the pavement. What should you do?

  1. Slow down and be ready to stop to let the pedestrian cross Correct answer.
  2. Sound your horn to warn the pedestrian to wait
  3. Continue at the same speed as no one is on the crossing
  4. Move to the centre line to pass the crossing more quickly

Explanation

A pedestrian waiting at a zebra crossing indicates an intention to cross, so you should approach at a speed that lets you stop safely. You should give way rather than hurry past.

Question 8Alertness

Why should you check your mirrors before slowing down or braking?

  1. To understand what traffic behind is doing and reduce the risk of a rear-end collision Correct answer.
  2. To check whether your indicators are flashing
  3. To decide which gear to select
  4. To confirm your brake lights are working

Explanation

Mirrors show the position and speed of traffic behind you, so you can brake progressively rather than surprising a close follower. This helps prevent rear-end collisions.

Question 9Alertness

You are driving in heavy rain and visibility is reduced. How should you adapt your driving?

  1. Turn on hazard warning lights and continue at normal speed
  2. Follow the vehicle ahead more closely to use its lights as a guide
  3. Keep the same following distance but switch on full beam
  4. Increase your following distance and use dipped headlights Correct answer.

Explanation

Wet roads lengthen stopping distances and spray reduces visibility, so a larger gap and dipped headlights help you see and be seen. Full beam reflects off rain and dazzles others.

Question 10Alertness

You are waiting to emerge from a side road and a large lorry is approaching from the right with its left indicator on. What should you do?

  1. Assume the indicator is correct and pull out immediately
  2. Sound your horn to confirm the lorry's intention
  3. Edge out slowly to force the lorry to stop
  4. Wait until you are certain the lorry is turning before emerging Correct answer.

Explanation

An indicator alone does not guarantee the vehicle will turn, and a large vehicle may need to swing wide. Waiting until the lorry's movement is clear avoids a collision.

Question 11Alertness

You are following a cyclist on a narrow road and want to overtake. When is it safe to do so?

  1. Whenever you can squeeze past without crossing the centre line
  2. When there is enough clear road ahead to leave a wide gap and no oncoming traffic Correct answer.
  3. When the cyclist waves you past immediately
  4. As soon as you have sounded your horn

Explanation

Overtaking a cyclist requires clear road ahead and a generous lateral gap, because cyclists may need to swerve around drains or potholes. A wave from the cyclist does not make an unsafe gap safe.

Question 12Alertness

You are driving on a road where the speed limit is 50 km/h and pass a school entrance at opening time. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Reduce speed and watch for children near the school gates Correct answer.
  2. Accelerate to clear the area before children appear
  3. Use the horn continuously while passing the school
  4. Maintain 50 km/h because you are within the limit

Explanation

Being within the speed limit does not mean the speed is safe for the conditions. Near a school at opening time, children may step out unpredictably, so slowing and scanning is essential.

Question 13Alertness

A driver ahead of you is braking intermittently and drifting slightly within the lane. What is the most likely explanation and your best response?

  1. The driver is signalling you to overtake, so move out at once
  2. The driver may be distracted or unwell, so increase your gap and prepare to react Correct answer.
  3. The driver is looking for a parking space, so sound your horn
  4. The driver is testing your brakes, so follow more closely

Explanation

Erratic braking and lane drift suggest the driver may be distracted, tired or unwell. Increasing the gap gives you time to respond to sudden movements.

Question 14Alertness

You are about to drive through a narrow street with parked cars on both sides. How should you proceed?

  1. Keep to the centre and maintain normal speed
  2. Drive close to the parked cars to leave room for oncoming traffic
  3. Sound your horn constantly to clear the street
  4. Drive slowly and be ready for pedestrians or vehicles emerging from between the parked cars Correct answer.

Explanation

Parked cars create blind spots where pedestrians or vehicles may emerge without warning. A low speed and readiness to stop give you the time to react.

Question 15Alertness

What does the term 'blind spot' mean in relation to driving?

  1. A junction where visibility is restricted by buildings
  2. An area around the vehicle that cannot be seen in the mirrors Correct answer.
  3. A section of road where overtaking is prohibited
  4. A stretch of road with no street lighting

Explanation

The blind spot is the area beside and behind the vehicle that mirrors do not cover, which is why a shoulder check is needed before moving off or changing lanes.

Question 16Alertness

You are driving and begin to feel sleepy on a long journey. What should you do?

  1. Increase speed to reach your destination sooner
  2. Turn up the radio and keep driving
  3. Open a window and continue at the same speed
  4. Stop in a safe place and rest before continuing Correct answer.

Explanation

Tiredness seriously reduces alertness and reaction time, and fresh air or music does not cure it. The safe course is to stop somewhere legal and rest before driving on.

Question 17Alertness

You are approaching a junction where your view to the right is blocked by a high wall. What is the safest technique?

  1. Accelerate through because you have right of way
  2. Ease forward slowly until you can see clearly, then decide whether to proceed Correct answer.
  3. Rely on the sound of approaching traffic
  4. Pull out quickly to get a clear view before anything arrives

Explanation

When visibility is blocked, creeping forward gradually lets you see and be seen without presenting a sudden hazard to crossing traffic. You should only proceed once you have a clear view.

Question 18Alertness

Why is it important to scan the road well ahead rather than only watching the vehicle in front?

  1. It allows you to follow the vehicle ahead more closely
  2. It means you no longer need to use your mirrors
  3. It reduces the need to signal at junctions
  4. It lets you anticipate hazards and adjust speed smoothly before reaching them Correct answer.

Explanation

Looking far ahead gives you early warning of hazards such as queues, junctions or pedestrians, allowing gradual speed changes. This reduces the chance of sudden braking and improves fuel efficiency.

Question 19Alertness

You are driving at 60 km/h on a dry road and the surface becomes wet. How does this affect your alertness to stopping distance?

  1. Stopping distance increases, so you should allow a larger gap Correct answer.
  2. Stopping distance is unaffected at speeds below 50 km/h
  3. Stopping distance decreases because wet tyres grip better
  4. Stopping distance stays the same because your brakes are unchanged

Explanation

Wet roads reduce tyre grip, so the braking component of stopping distance grows. Allowing a larger following gap keeps you able to stop if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly.

Question 20Alertness

You are waiting at a red light and it changes to green. What should you check before moving off?

  1. Only that your own light is green
  2. That your radio is switched off
  3. That the junction is clear, including pedestrians still crossing Correct answer.
  4. That the vehicle behind has started moving

Explanation

A green light gives permission to proceed only if the way is clear. Pedestrians or vehicles may still be clearing the junction, so a final check prevents a collision.

Question 21Alertness

You are driving and a wasp enters the car through an open window. What is the safest action?

  1. Slow down and stop in a safe place before dealing with it Correct answer.
  2. Brake sharply in the middle of the road
  3. Accelerate to blow it out of the window
  4. Swat at it while continuing to drive

Explanation

An insect in the car can distract you badly, so the priority is to reduce speed and stop somewhere safe before dealing with it. Trying to deal with it while moving risks losing control.

Question 22Alertness

You are driving at night on an unlit road and see a pedestrian in dark clothing only at the last moment. What does this tell you about your observation and speed?

  1. The road should have had street lighting
  2. Your headlights were faulty
  3. You were driving too fast for the distance you could see to be clear Correct answer.
  4. The pedestrian should have been wearing reflective clothing

Explanation

You must always be able to stop within the distance you can see to be clear. Seeing a hazard only at the last moment shows that speed was too high for the available view at night.

Question 23Alertness

You are on a dual carriageway and notice a queue forming ahead as traffic slows. What is the best way to alert following drivers?

  1. Move into the central reservation
  2. Brake as late and hard as possible
  3. Switch on full beam to warn those behind
  4. Brake progressively and, if traffic is stopped ahead, consider hazard warning lights Correct answer.

Explanation

Progressive braking gives following drivers time to react, and hazard lights may warn of a stationary queue behind you. Late, hard braking risks a pile-up on fast roads.

Question 24Alertness

You are approaching a bend at night and see the headlights of an oncoming vehicle sweep across the trees above the road. What does this suggest, and how should you respond?

  1. The oncoming vehicle is signalling, so prepare to overtake
  2. The bend is sharper than it appears, so reduce speed before entering it Correct answer.
  3. The road ahead is straight, so maintain your speed
  4. The oncoming vehicle is off the road, so continue at speed

Explanation

Headlights sweeping high across roadside objects indicate a tighter bend than the road layout suggests at night. Slowing before the bend gives you time to stay in lane and react to oncoming traffic.

Question 25Alertness

You are driving behind a large vehicle that is obscuring your view of the road ahead. Why is this a particular alertness problem?

  1. You cannot see hazards developing ahead, so you need a larger gap to see past it Correct answer.
  2. Large vehicles have priority, so you should follow closely
  3. The vehicle will always be slower, so you should overtake immediately
  4. Its brake lights are unreliable, so you should ignore them

Explanation

A large vehicle blocks your forward view, so you cannot anticipate its braking or hazards beyond it. A larger gap lets you see past or around it and gives more time to react.

Question 26Alertness

You are driving on a Gibraltar road and pass a parked car with its driver's door starting to open into your path. What is the most effective way to reduce the risk of this happening again?

  1. Rely on the parked drivers to check their mirrors before opening doors
  2. Drive closer to the parked cars so you can see inside them more clearly
  3. Keep well clear of parked vehicles and watch for occupants, brake lights and doors opening Correct answer.
  4. Sound the horn continuously whenever you pass any line of parked cars

Explanation

Doors opening and people stepping out are a common hazard on narrow streets with parked vehicles. Leaving a safety margin and scanning the interiors and door lines of parked cars gives you time to react. Assuming other people will look out for you is not a reliable strategy.

Question 27Alertness

While driving you notice the warning light for your vehicle's anti-lock braking system (ABS) staying on. How should this affect your alertness and driving?

  1. Brake harder than normal to compensate for the system being inactive
  2. Continue driving normally but avoid using the brakes on hills
  3. Treat the vehicle as having reduced braking capability and have it checked promptly Correct answer.
  4. Ignore it until the next scheduled service, as braking is unaffected

Explanation

A persistent ABS warning light means the anti-lock function may not operate in an emergency. The vehicle can still brake, but you should allow extra stopping distance and get the fault investigated. Ignoring it or compensating with harder braking is unsafe.

Question 28Alertness

You are driving on a road and see a ball roll out from between parked cars into your path. What should you anticipate?

  1. That the ball is a signal from a pedestrian, so accelerate past
  2. That another driver will retrieve the ball, so sound your horn
  3. That the ball will stop on its own, so maintain your speed
  4. That a child may run out after the ball, so slow down and be ready to stop Correct answer.

Explanation

A ball entering the road is a classic cue that a child may follow it without looking. The correct response is to reduce speed immediately and prepare to stop. Sounding the horn or maintaining speed removes your margin for error.

Question 29Alertness

You are driving in fog during daylight and visibility drops to around 50 metres. Which combination of actions best maintains your alertness to hazards ahead?

  1. Use main beam headlights and keep your normal speed
  2. Follow the tail lights of the vehicle ahead as closely as possible
  3. Use dipped headlights and fog lights if fitted, reduce speed and increase the gap ahead Correct answer.
  4. Switch on hazard warning lights and continue at the speed limit

Explanation

Dipped headlights and fog lights improve your visibility without glare, while lower speed and a larger gap give you time to react to unseen hazards. Hazard warning lights should not be used while moving, and following closely removes your stopping margin.

Question 30Alertness

You are driving along a road and see a bus stopped ahead at a bus stop with its right indicator signalling to pull out. What is the safest response?

  1. Accelerate to pass before the bus moves
  2. Maintain speed and expect the bus to wait for you
  3. Slow down and be prepared to stop or give way to the bus Correct answer.
  4. Flash your headlights to warn the bus to stay put

Explanation

A bus signalling to pull out is a developing hazard, and it may not have seen you. Reducing speed and preparing to give way keeps the situation safe. Accelerating or flashing lights creates pressure and risk.

Question 31Alertness

You are driving at night and an oncoming vehicle's headlights are dazzling you. What is the most appropriate action to stay alert to the road?

  1. Close your eyes briefly until the vehicle has passed
  2. Look directly at the oncoming lights to judge the vehicle's position
  3. Slow down, look towards the left edge of your lane and be ready to stop Correct answer.
  4. Switch on your main beam headlights to retaliate

Explanation

Slowing down and directing your gaze to the left edge of your lane helps you maintain position while avoiding the glare. Main beam would dazzle the other driver and increase risk. Closing your eyes or staring at the lights is dangerous.

Question 32Alertness

You are driving in a queue and notice the vehicle behind is following very closely. How should you adjust your own driving to reduce risk?

  1. Increase the gap ahead of you and slow down gradually Correct answer.
  2. Switch on your rear fog light to deter the driver
  3. Brake sharply to warn the driver behind
  4. Speed up to create a larger gap behind you

Explanation

Increasing the gap ahead gives you more room to brake gently, reducing the chance of the tailgater running into you. Slowing gradually encourages them to overtake or drop back. Sharp braking or misuse of fog lights can cause a collision.

Question 33Alertness

You are approaching a level crossing with the barriers raised and the warning lights not flashing. What should you still do to remain alert?

  1. Check both directions along the track before crossing Correct answer.
  2. Assume a train will sound its horn if it is approaching
  3. Stop on the crossing to look for trains
  4. Cross quickly without checking, as the barriers are up

Explanation

Even with barriers raised, you should look and listen for trains before crossing. Stopping on the crossing is dangerous, and assuming a train will warn you is not safe. A quick check confirms the crossing is clear.

Question 34Alertness

You are driving on a motorway-style road and see a red X displayed above one lane. What does this mean and how should you respond?

  1. The lane is for emergency vehicles, so continue unless you see one
  2. The lane has a lower speed limit, so reduce speed and stay in it
  3. The lane is for overtaking only, so use it if clear
  4. The lane is closed, so move out of it safely and stay alert to further signals Correct answer.

Explanation

A red X means the lane is closed, often because of an incident or obstruction ahead. You should move out of the lane when safe and watch for further signals. Ignoring it puts you and others at risk.

Question 35Alertness

You are driving on a road where a temporary yellow sign warns of loose chippings. How should you adapt your driving to stay alert to the hazard?

  1. Brake hard whenever you hear stones hitting the car
  2. Maintain speed to clear the area quickly
  3. Drive close to the vehicle ahead to avoid flying stones
  4. Reduce speed, increase the gap ahead and avoid sudden braking or steering Correct answer.

Explanation

Loose chippings can damage paintwork and reduce grip, and stones thrown up can obscure vision. Lower speed and a larger gap reduce the risk, and smooth inputs avoid skidding. Sudden braking or close following increases danger.

Question 36Alertness

You are driving and notice that the steering feels unusually light and the vehicle is pulling to one side. What is the most likely cause and what should you do?

  1. A sign that the fuel is low; drive to the nearest filling station
  2. A minor issue that will correct itself; ignore it until the next journey
  3. Normal behaviour on a wet road; continue at the same speed
  4. A possible tyre fault; slow down, stop safely and check the tyres Correct answer.

Explanation

Light steering and pulling to one side can indicate a puncture or tyre problem, which affects control and braking. You should reduce speed gently and stop in a safe place to check. Continuing at speed risks a blowout.

Question 37Alertness

You are driving in a built-up area and see a pedestrian on the pavement looking at a phone while stepping towards the kerb. What should you do?

  1. Sound your horn and continue at the same speed
  2. Assume they will stop and maintain your speed
  3. Move closer to the kerb to pass them quickly
  4. Slow down and be ready to stop if they step into the road Correct answer.

Explanation

A distracted pedestrian may step into the road without looking. Reducing speed and preparing to stop gives you time to react. Assuming they will stop or moving closer increases the risk of a collision.

Question 38Alertness

You are driving on a road and notice a strong smell of fuel inside the car. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Stop safely as soon as possible, switch off the engine and investigate Correct answer.
  2. Increase speed to clear the smell
  3. Ignore it as it is normal in older vehicles
  4. Open the windows and continue to your destination

Explanation

A strong fuel smell can indicate a leak, which is a fire risk. You should stop safely, switch off the engine and have the vehicle checked. Continuing to drive or speeding up increases the danger.

Question 39Alertness

You are driving on a road with a series of bends and see chevron signs pointing in the direction of the curve. What do these signs tell you and how should you respond?

  1. The bend is sharper than it appears, so reduce speed before the curve Correct answer.
  2. The road ahead is straight, so maintain speed
  3. The road is closed ahead, so prepare to turn around
  4. The bend is for oncoming traffic only, so keep left

Explanation

Chevron signs mark a bend and indicate its direction, often where it is sharper than it looks. You should reduce speed before entering the curve so you can stay in lane. They do not indicate a closure or a straight road.

Question 40Alertness

You are driving and approach a junction where the traffic lights are not working. What should you do to remain alert and safe?

  1. Treat the junction as a priority road and continue without slowing
  2. Sound your horn and proceed without checking
  3. Follow the vehicle ahead closely through the junction
  4. Approach with caution, be ready to stop and apply the usual give-way rules Correct answer.

Explanation

When traffic lights fail, the junction should be treated with caution and normal give-way rules apply. Reducing speed and being ready to stop allows you to assess other traffic. Assuming priority or following closely is unsafe.

Question 41Attitude

You are driving on a narrow Gibraltarian road and an oncoming driver has already begun to pass a parked vehicle, leaving little room. What is the safest and most courteous response?

  1. Sound your horn and hold your position without slowing
  2. Slow down and stop where you can, allowing the other driver to complete the manoeuvre Correct answer.
  3. Accelerate to clear the gap before the other driver reaches you
  4. Flash your headlights and continue at the same speed

Explanation

When another road user is already committed to passing an obstruction, the considerate and safe approach is to yield, slowing or stopping so they can finish safely. Forcing your way through a tight gap risks a collision and shows poor attitude towards other road users. Patience costs seconds; a collision costs far more.

Question 42Attitude

A driver behind you is tailgating closely on a road where you cannot safely increase speed. What is the best way to handle the situation?

  1. Maintain a steady speed and increase the gap ahead of you so you can slow gradually Correct answer.
  2. Brake sharply to warn them to back off
  3. Speed up well beyond the limit to open a gap
  4. Wave them past and continue as normal

Explanation

A tailgater removes your safety margin, so the considerate response is to create more room in front, letting you brake gently rather than suddenly. Sharp braking or speeding up both raise the risk of a collision. Staying predictable and calm is the mark of a responsible driver.

Question 43Attitude

You are waiting at a zebra crossing and a pedestrian is approaching but has not yet stepped onto the stripes. What should you do?

  1. Sound the horn to signal them across
  2. Move off before they reach the crossing
  3. Wait and give them time to cross safely Correct answer.
  4. Rev your engine so they hurry

Explanation

Drivers should give way to pedestrians waiting to use a zebra crossing and allow them time to cross without pressure. Revving or sounding the horn intimidates pedestrians and shows a poor attitude to vulnerable road users. Patience at crossings protects people who are slower on their feet.

Question 44Attitude

Why should you avoid using your horn to express frustration at another driver who has made a mistake?

  1. It wastes battery power
  2. It is only allowed on motorways
  3. It confuses your own vehicle's systems
  4. It may startle other road users and escalate the situation rather than solve it Correct answer.

Explanation

The horn exists to warn others of your presence or of danger, not to punish mistakes. Using it in anger can startle people, including cyclists and pedestrians, and provoke confrontation. A calm, forgiving attitude keeps the road safer for everyone.

Question 45Attitude

A large vehicle is signalling to move out from a side road into slow traffic ahead of you. How should you respond?

  1. Flash your lights repeatedly and keep going
  2. Slow slightly and leave a gap so they can join the flow safely Correct answer.
  3. Hold your speed and close the gap so they cannot pull out
  4. Sound the horn to tell them to wait

Explanation

Being considerate to drivers of large or slow vehicles helps traffic flow and reduces the chance of them forcing an unsafe gap. Easing off slightly and leaving space lets them join smoothly. Aggressive blocking or horn use raises stress and risk for everyone.

Question 46Attitude

What does a considerate attitude towards cyclists on Gibraltar's roads require from you?

  1. Overtaking them closely so they do not hold you up
  2. Driving right behind them to encourage them to speed up
  3. Giving them plenty of room when passing and anticipating their need to avoid hazards Correct answer.
  4. Expecting them to use the pavement

Explanation

Cyclists are vulnerable road users who may need to swerve around drains, potholes or parked cars. Leaving generous space when passing and reading the road ahead protects them. Pressuring or crowding cyclists is dangerous and shows a poor attitude.

Question 47Attitude

You accidentally splash a pedestrian at a roadside puddle. What is the most appropriate response?

  1. Speed up to get away
  2. Slow down, acknowledge the mistake and apologise if it is safe to do so Correct answer.
  3. Continue without reacting since it was accidental
  4. Blame the pedestrian for standing too close to the road

Explanation

Acknowledging a mistake courteously reflects a responsible attitude and defuses any upset. Where it is safe, slowing and apologising shows consideration for the person affected. Ignoring the incident or blaming the pedestrian is dismissive and poor driving behaviour.

Question 48Attitude

Which statement best describes the attitude expected of a safe driver towards other road users?

  1. Courtesy and patience help everyone travel more safely Correct answer.
  2. Only the police need to follow the rules strictly
  3. Other road users are obstacles to be got past quickly
  4. The fastest driver has the right of way

Explanation

Safe driving depends on cooperation, patience and courtesy rather than competition. Treating others as obstacles encourages risky overtaking and aggression. Responsible drivers accept that sharing the road safely benefits everyone.

Question 49Attitude

You are driving at night and an oncoming vehicle fails to dip its headlights. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Look towards the left edge of your lane, slow down and keep your lights dipped Correct answer.
  2. Switch on your main beam and leave it on
  3. Flash your main beam repeatedly in retaliation
  4. Close your eyes briefly until the vehicle passes

Explanation

When dazzled, avoid looking directly at the oncoming lights and use the left edge of the road as a guide while slowing. Retaliating with main beam dazzles the other driver and increases danger for both of you. A calm, defensive response protects everyone.

Question 50Attitude

A queue of traffic has formed behind you on a winding road and you are driving slowly. What is the considerate thing to do?

  1. Pull over safely where possible and let them pass Correct answer.
  2. Brake sharply to make them back off
  3. Speed up beyond your comfort level to keep ahead
  4. Maintain your speed and ignore them

Explanation

If you are holding up a queue, the courteous and safe response is to let faster traffic pass where it is safe to do so. Ignoring the queue frustrates others and can provoke risky overtaking. Speeding up beyond your ability or comfort is unsafe.