Greece Category B Theory Test flashcards

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Blood alcohol limit (Greece)

The legal limit for drivers in Greece is 0.50 g/L; for novice drivers (licence held under two years), professional drivers and motorcyclists it is 0.20 g/L.

Two-second rule

Maintain at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead in dry conditions, four seconds in rain, and more on ice, gravel or at night.

Stopping distance formula

Stopping distance equals thinking distance plus braking distance; braking distance increases with the square of speed, so doubling speed roughly quadruples braking distance.

Right-hand rule

At an unmarked intersection where no sign or light gives priority, the driver must give way to traffic approaching from the right.

Roundabout entry rule

In Greece, entering drivers give way to traffic already circulating in the roundabout unless signs indicate otherwise; signal right on exit.

STOP sign

An octagonal red sign requiring a complete stop at the stop line and giving way to all traffic on the priority road, regardless of direction.

Give-way sign

An inverted triangle sign requiring yielding to traffic on the priority road without necessarily stopping; slow down and stop only if needed.

Priority road sign

A yellow diamond sign indicating you have priority at intersections until a sign cancels it; traffic from side roads must yield to you.

Traffic-light sequence

Red, red plus amber, green, amber, red; a flashing amber light means proceed with caution, and a flashing red light means stop and proceed only when safe.

Tyre tread minimum

The legal minimum tread depth is 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tyre; replace tyres before reaching the limit for safe wet grip.

Tyre pressure check

Check tyre pressure monthly when tyres are cold; under-inflation increases fuel use, heat and blowout risk, while over-inflation reduces grip.

Brake fluid replacement

Brake fluid absorbs moisture and should be replaced roughly every two years; a spongy pedal or dropping level signals a fault.

Dashboard red warning light

A red warning light (oil pressure, coolant temperature, brakes) means stop as soon as safe; amber means check soon, green or blue are informational.

Emergency number 112

The European emergency line, reachable free of charge across Greece and the EU; 166 is the ambulance (EKAB), 100 police and 199 fire brigade.

DR ABC

First-aid sequence: Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation; check scene safety and responsiveness before starting any treatment.

CPR ratio

For an adult not breathing, give 30 chest compressions to 2 rescue breaths at 100–120 compressions per minute until help arrives.

Recovery position

The side-lying position used for an unconscious casualty who is breathing; it keeps the airway open and prevents choking on vomit or the tongue.

Warning triangle placement

Place the warning triangle at least 30 m behind the vehicle on a normal road, and further on a motorway or where visibility is poor.

Child restraint rule

Children under 12 and shorter than 150 cm must use an appropriate child restraint; a rear-facing seat must never be placed in front of an active airbag.

ΚΤΕΟ inspection interval

A new private car is first inspected four years after first registration, then every two years; a valid certificate is required to drive.

Compulsory car equipment

A car must carry a warning triangle, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher and reflective vest kept inside the cabin, plus valid documents and insurance.

Built-up area speed limit

The default limit in Greek built-up areas is 50 km/h; outside built-up areas it is 90 km/h, and on motorways 110 km/h unless signed otherwise.

Aquaplaning response

Ease off the accelerator, avoid sharp braking and hold the wheel steady until grip returns; do not make sudden steering inputs.

Fog visibility rule

Use dipped headlights and fog lights when visibility is under 50 m; switch fog lights off when visibility improves to avoid dazzling others.

Emergency vehicle priority

Vehicles with flashing blue lights and sirens have priority; slow down, pull over safely and clear the way without blocking junctions.

Zebra crossing priority

Pedestrians on a zebra crossing, or clearly about to step onto it, have priority; do not overtake a vehicle stopped at a crossing.

Eco-driving gear change

Change gear early, around 2,000–2,500 rpm for petrol and 1,500–2,000 rpm for diesel, to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

Idling rule

Switch off the engine when stationary for more than about 30–60 seconds; idling burns fuel and increases emissions without moving the vehicle.

Fatigue break rule

Take a 15–20 minute break every two hours on long journeys; a short nap of about 15–20 minutes restores alertness better than coffee alone.

Impairing medicines

Sedating antihistamines, benzodiazepines, strong painkillers and some antidepressants impair driving; look for the warning pictogram on the packaging.

Motorway hard shoulder

The hard shoulder is for emergencies only; if you must stop, exit on the side away from traffic and stand behind the barrier.

Tunnel breakdown

Switch on hazard lights, stop in an emergency bay if possible, and use the emergency telephone rather than a mobile phone to call for help.