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Question 1Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

On an Iraqi road, a solid continuous white line running along the centre of the carriageway means that drivers must do which of the following?

  1. Overtake any slower vehicle ahead as long as the road is clear
  2. Treat the line as a stop line at the next junction
  3. Keep to their own side and not cross or straddle the line Correct answer.
  4. Use the line only as a guide and cross it freely

Explanation

A continuous (solid) centre line marks a boundary that drivers may not cross or straddle, so overtaking that requires entering the opposing lane is prohibited. Broken lines, by contrast, may be crossed when it is safe. The line is not a stop line and is not merely advisory.

Question 2Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A circular road sign with a red border and a red diagonal slash across a black symbol indicates what?

  1. A warning about a hazard ahead
  2. A mandatory instruction to follow
  3. A prohibition of the action shown Correct answer.
  4. A service available nearby

Explanation

Circular signs with a red border are regulatory signs, and a red diagonal slash through the symbol means the action depicted is forbidden. Warning signs are triangular with a red border, and mandatory signs are blue circles. The slash is the key feature that turns a regulatory sign into a prohibition.

Question 3Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

When a traffic police officer controlling a junction gives hand signals that differ from the traffic light display, what should a driver do?

  1. Obey the officer's signals Correct answer.
  2. Stop and wait for the light to match the officer
  3. Sound the horn to ask for clarification
  4. Follow the traffic light because it is automatic

Explanation

A police officer directing traffic takes precedence over traffic lights and static signs. Drivers must follow the officer's directions even when the light shows something different. Waiting for the light to change ignores the officer's authority and can obstruct traffic.

Question 4Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

What is the general default speed limit for light vehicles travelling on urban roads inside an Iraqi city, unless signs indicate otherwise?

  1. 80 km/h
  2. 30 km/h
  3. 100 km/h
  4. 60 km/h Correct answer.

Explanation

Iraqi traffic rules set a general urban limit of 60 km/h for light vehicles where no other limit is posted. Higher figures such as 80 or 100 km/h apply on rural highways or expressways. Drivers must always reduce below the limit when conditions require.

Question 5Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A flashing red traffic light at an intersection has the same practical effect as which of the following?

  1. A stop sign requiring a full stop Correct answer.
  2. A green light with priority
  3. A warning of a pedestrian crossing
  4. A yield sign only

Explanation

A flashing red signal requires the driver to come to a complete stop, then proceed only when it is safe, exactly like a stop sign. A flashing amber, by contrast, means proceed with caution. It does not grant priority or merely warn of a crossing.

Question 6Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

Which colour and shape combination identifies a warning sign on Iraqi roads?

  1. A yellow rectangle
  2. A red-bordered triangle Correct answer.
  3. A blue circle
  4. A green square

Explanation

Warning signs use a triangular shape with a red border to alert drivers to hazards ahead. Blue circles give mandatory instructions, while rectangles and squares provide information or services. Recognising the shape lets a driver anticipate the type of message before reading the symbol.

Question 7Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver approaching a pedestrian crossing where people are waiting to cross should take which action?

  1. Sound the horn so they wait for the vehicle
  2. Accelerate to pass before they step out
  3. Continue at the same speed if no light is red
  4. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop to let them cross Correct answer.

Explanation

Drivers must slow down on approach to a pedestrian crossing and give way to pedestrians who are crossing or about to cross. Speeding up or sounding the horn pressures pedestrians and is dangerous. The obligation to give way does not depend on a signal being red.

Question 8Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

Double solid white lines separating opposing traffic streams mean that a driver may do which of the following?

  1. Cross them to enter a side road on the left
  2. Cross them to overtake if the road ahead is clear
  3. Cross them only during daylight hours
  4. Not cross or straddle them at all Correct answer.

Explanation

Double continuous lines form the strictest lane boundary and may not be crossed or straddled by either direction of traffic. Overtaking or turning across them is prohibited even when the road looks clear. Drivers must continue to a point where the marking permits the manoeuvre.

Question 9Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver reaches a junction where a stop sign is present but no stop line is painted on the road. Where must the vehicle stop?

  1. Anywhere within the junction box
  2. At the edge of the intersecting carriageway, before entering it Correct answer.
  3. Exactly level with the sign post
  4. Only if another vehicle is approaching

Explanation

When a stop sign is present without a painted stop line, the driver must stop at the edge of the intersecting road, before entering it, so as to give way safely. Stopping level with the post may leave the vehicle projecting into the junction. The stop is required whether or not traffic is visible.

Question 10Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

At an uncontrolled T-junction where no signs or markings give priority, which vehicle has the right of way?

  1. The larger vehicle
  2. The vehicle already on the through road Correct answer.
  3. The vehicle on the minor road joining the through road
  4. Whichever vehicle arrives first

Explanation

Where priority is not indicated by signs or markings, traffic on the continuing through road has the right of way, and vehicles joining from the minor arm must give way. Arrival order and vehicle size do not create priority. Drivers should still proceed cautiously if the through road is unclear.

Question 11Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver intends to turn right at a junction and a pedestrian is already crossing the road the driver wants to enter. What is the correct action?

  1. Reverse and take another route
  2. Complete the turn ahead of the pedestrian
  3. Sound the horn and continue the turn
  4. Wait and allow the pedestrian to finish crossing Correct answer.

Explanation

A vehicle turning into a road must give way to pedestrians already crossing that road. The driver should wait until the pedestrian has cleared the path before completing the turn. Turning ahead of a crossing pedestrian risks a collision and breaches the give-way rule.

Question 12Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

On a three-lane urban road, a driver wishes to move from the right-hand lane to the middle lane. What is the correct procedure?

  1. Move immediately because the middle lane is always free
  2. Flash headlights and change lanes without signalling
  3. Signal, check mirrors and blind spot, then move when it is safe Correct answer.
  4. Signal only after starting to change lanes

Explanation

Lane changes require the driver to signal in good time, check mirrors and the blind spot, and move only when the lane is clear and it is safe. Signalling after beginning the manoeuvre gives other road users no warning. Headlight flashing is not a substitute for an indicator.

Question 13Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is following a large truck on a highway and cannot see the truck's mirrors. What does this indicate about the driver's position?

  1. The driver is in a safe following distance
  2. The driver is in the truck driver's blind spot Correct answer.
  3. The driver has the right of way
  4. The driver is too far behind to react

Explanation

If a following driver cannot see the mirrors of a large truck, the truck driver cannot see them, meaning the car is in a blind spot. The driver should drop back or move to a position where the truck's mirrors are visible. Being unseen by the truck driver is a serious hazard.

Question 14Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is directed by a traffic officer to proceed through a junction while the traffic light is red. What should the driver do?

  1. Wait for the officer to leave the junction
  2. Proceed as directed by the officer Correct answer.
  3. Proceed only after sounding the horn
  4. Remain stopped until the light turns green

Explanation

An officer directing traffic overrides the traffic light, so the driver should proceed as instructed even on a red light. The officer is managing the junction manually and has checked that it is safe. Refusing to move would obstruct the flow the officer is controlling.

Question 15Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a sign showing a red circle with a white horizontal bar on a blue background at the entrance to a street. What does this sign indicate?

  1. One-way street in the direction of travel
  2. No entry for all vehicles Correct answer.
  3. Parking permitted
  4. End of a restriction

Explanation

The red circle with a white horizontal bar is the no-entry sign, meaning vehicles must not enter that road. It is commonly placed at the exit end of one-way streets. It is not a one-way confirmation or a parking sign.

Question 16Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

When may a driver legally use the horn in a built-up area of an Iraqi city?

  1. To warn other road users of danger Correct answer.
  2. Continuously while waiting at a red light
  3. To greet friends on the pavement
  4. To express frustration in a traffic jam

Explanation

The horn is a warning device to be used to alert others to danger, not for social or expressive purposes. Excessive or unnecessary horn use in built-up areas is prohibited and causes noise nuisance. It should be brief and used only when a warning is genuinely needed.

Question 17Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver approaches a roundabout and sees a yield (give way) sign at the entry. Which traffic has priority?

  1. The vehicle approaching from the left only
  2. Traffic entering the roundabout
  3. The fastest approaching vehicle
  4. Traffic already circulating on the roundabout Correct answer.

Explanation

At a roundabout controlled by a give-way sign, vehicles already circulating have priority, and entering drivers must yield to them. Drivers should give way to traffic coming from their left within the circulating carriageway. Speed never determines priority.

Question 18Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is travelling on a road where a broken white line separates two lanes moving in the same direction. What does the broken line indicate?

  1. The lane on the right is for oncoming traffic
  2. The line marks a pedestrian zone
  3. The line must never be crossed
  4. Lanes may be crossed when it is safe to do so Correct answer.

Explanation

Broken white lines between lanes of the same direction indicate that drivers may change lanes when it is safe. They are advisory boundaries rather than absolute prohibitions. Solid lines, by contrast, must not be crossed.

Question 19Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver's vehicle has a defective brake light. What is the correct course of action before driving at night?

  1. Use hazard lights instead of the brake light
  2. Rely on the headlights of following vehicles
  3. Repair the light before driving Correct answer.
  4. Drive anyway because brake lights are optional at night

Explanation

All lights required by law, including brake lights, must be in working order before the vehicle is used, especially at night. A faulty brake light fails to warn following drivers and is a defect that must be rectified. Hazard lights are not a substitute for brake lights.

Question 20Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is approaching a junction where the traffic light shows a steady amber (yellow) signal. What is the correct action?

  1. Continue at the same speed regardless
  2. Accelerate to clear the junction before red
  3. Stop unless it is unsafe to do so Correct answer.
  4. Reverse away from the junction

Explanation

A steady amber signal warns that the light is about to turn red, so drivers should stop unless they are so close that stopping would be unsafe. Accelerating to beat the red is dangerous and often illegal. The signal is a warning to prepare to stop, not a command to speed up.

Question 21Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver wishes to overtake a slower vehicle on a two-way rural road where the centre line is broken on the driver's side but solid on the opposite side. When is overtaking permitted?

  1. When the opposite lane is clear and it is safe to complete the manoeuvre Correct answer.
  2. Never, because one side is solid
  3. Only at night when traffic is lighter
  4. Only if the vehicle ahead signals to the right

Explanation

Where the centre line is broken on the driver's side, crossing to overtake is permitted provided the opposite lane is clear and the manoeuvre can be completed safely. The solid line on the other side restricts only traffic in that direction. Overtaking still requires clear visibility and adequate space.

Question 22Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is waiting to turn left across oncoming traffic at a junction with a green light. The light turns amber while the driver is still waiting. What should the driver do?

  1. Complete the turn immediately regardless of oncoming traffic
  2. Abandon the vehicle and walk away
  3. Reverse out of the junction
  4. Wait until it is safe to complete the turn, then clear the junction Correct answer.

Explanation

A driver already positioned in the junction waiting to turn may complete the turn once it is safe, even if the light has changed, but must still yield to oncoming traffic. Forcing the turn against oncoming vehicles causes collisions. Clearing the junction safely is the priority.

Question 23Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is on a road with a solid yellow line along the left edge next to the kerb in a no-parking zone. What does a solid yellow edge line generally indicate?

  1. The lane is reserved for buses only
  2. Overtaking is compulsory
  3. Stopping and parking are restricted along that edge Correct answer.
  4. Parking is permitted at all times

Explanation

A solid yellow line along the edge of the carriageway indicates that stopping and parking are restricted or prohibited along that stretch. Drivers must not leave the vehicle there except where signs explicitly allow. It does not create a bus lane or require overtaking.

Question 24Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

Two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same moment, one intending to go straight and the other intending to turn left. Who should proceed first?

  1. The vehicle that sounds its horn first
  2. The vehicle turning left
  3. The vehicle going straight Correct answer.
  4. Neither, until a third vehicle arrives

Explanation

When two vehicles reach a four-way stop simultaneously, the vehicle proceeding straight has priority over the one turning left across its path. The left-turning driver must wait until the way is clear. Horn use does not establish priority.

Question 25Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is following a motorcycle at night on an unlit rural road and the motorcycle has a single rear light. What is the safest following strategy?

  1. Increase the gap to allow more reaction time Correct answer.
  2. Overtake immediately on a bend
  3. Follow closely to use the motorcycle's light
  4. Flash headlights continuously to warn the rider

Explanation

At night, a single small rear light gives poor depth perception, so the following driver should increase the gap to allow more time to react. Following closely risks a rear-end collision if the rider brakes suddenly. Overtaking on a bend is dangerous and flashing headlights can dazzle the rider.

Question 26Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

Under Iraqi traffic law, what does a circular sign with a red border and a red diagonal slash across a black symbol indicate?

  1. A prohibition applying to the symbol shown Correct answer.
  2. A direction to a service facility
  3. A warning of a hazard ahead
  4. A mandatory instruction to follow

Explanation

Iraqi signs follow the international convention in which circular shape with a red border carries a regulatory prohibition, and the diagonal red slash confirms that the activity or vehicle shown is forbidden beyond the sign. Warning signs use triangular shape, while mandatory instructions use blue circles.

Question 27Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a triangular sign with a red border containing a symbol of two children. What is the correct response?

  1. Maintain speed because the sign applies only during school opening hours
  2. Sound the horn continuously until clear of the area
  3. Stop immediately and wait for a police officer
  4. Reduce speed and be ready to stop for children near a school or playground Correct answer.

Explanation

Triangular red-bordered signs are warnings, and the children symbol warns of a place where children are likely to cross, such as near a school. The driver must slow down and be prepared to stop, since children may move unpredictably into the road.

Question 28Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

What is the meaning of a traffic light showing a flashing red signal at a junction?

  1. Proceed without stopping if no traffic is visible
  2. Stop, then proceed only when it is safe to do so Correct answer.
  3. The signal is out of order and no rule applies
  4. Prepare to stop because the light will turn green

Explanation

A flashing red light functions like a stop sign: the driver must come to a complete stop and may proceed only after yielding to traffic that has priority. It does not mean the signal is broken or that stopping is optional.

Question 29Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver encounters a green arrow signal pointing left while the main circular signal shows red. What does this permit?

  1. Waiting until the main circular light also turns green
  2. Proceeding straight ahead through the junction
  3. Proceeding in the direction of the arrow after yielding to traffic already in the junction Correct answer.
  4. Turning right only after the main light turns green

Explanation

A green arrow is a protected movement for the direction shown, but the driver must still give way to any vehicles or pedestrians already lawfully within the junction. The main red signal continues to govern all other movements.

Question 30Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

On a two-way road, a driver sees a broken yellow line along the centre. What does this allow?

  1. Driving on the left side for as long as desired
  2. Exceeding the posted speed limit while overtaking
  3. Crossing the line to overtake when the road ahead is clear Correct answer.
  4. Parking on the opposite side of the road

Explanation

A broken yellow centre line permits crossing to overtake or turn when visibility and traffic conditions allow it, but only after checking that the manoeuvre is safe. The line does not create any parking or speed privilege.

Question 31Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

What is indicated by a continuous solid white line along the left edge of a carriageway?

  1. The edge of the roadway, which should not normally be crossed Correct answer.
  2. A lane reserved for overtaking
  3. A parking bay boundary
  4. A pedestrian crossing limit

Explanation

Solid edge lines mark the boundary of the carriageway, separating it from the shoulder or kerb, and drivers should stay inside them except in an emergency. They do not designate overtaking lanes or parking areas.

Question 32Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver in a built-up area approaches a zebra crossing where a pedestrian has stepped onto the stripes. What must the driver do?

  1. Slow down and pass behind the pedestrian
  2. Stop and give way to the pedestrian Correct answer.
  3. Continue at the same speed if the opposite lane is clear
  4. Flash the headlights to warn the pedestrian to step back

Explanation

Once a pedestrian has begun crossing on a marked zebra crossing, the driver must stop and allow them to cross in safety. Flashing lights or squeezing past creates danger and breaches the priority the pedestrian enjoys.

Question 33Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

At a junction controlled by traffic lights, what does a steady red plus a green arrow pointing right mean for a driver intending to go straight?

  1. The driver may proceed straight because a green is showing
  2. The driver may proceed straight after sounding the horn
  3. The driver must stop and wait for a green for the straight movement Correct answer.
  4. The driver may follow the right arrow and then continue straight

Explanation

Each arrow governs only its own movement, so a green right arrow does not authorise the straight-ahead movement while the main signal is red. The driver intending to continue straight must wait for the appropriate green.

Question 34Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver wishes to change lanes on a multi-lane road. Which sequence of actions is correct?

  1. Signal, move immediately, then check mirrors
  2. Check the blind spot, move, then signal
  3. Check mirrors, signal, check the blind spot, then move when clear Correct answer.
  4. Sound the horn, signal, then move without checking

Explanation

The safe sequence is to check mirrors, give a signal in good time, confirm the blind spot is clear, and only then change lanes smoothly. Signalling does not give the driver priority over vehicles already in the target lane.

Question 35Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

What does a blue circular sign showing a white bicycle symbol require of cyclists and other road users?

  1. Cyclists are prohibited from the route ahead
  2. Cyclists must give way to all motor traffic
  3. The path is for pedestrians only
  4. Cyclists must use the marked cycle path, and other vehicles must keep off it Correct answer.

Explanation

Blue circular signs give mandatory instructions, and a bicycle symbol means the facility is a compulsory cycle path that other vehicles must not obstruct or use. Prohibition would be shown by a red-ringed circle with a slash.

Question 36Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is overtaking on a road where the centre line is solid on the driver's side and broken on the other side. What does this mean?

  1. The driver may cross if the vehicle ahead is a slow truck
  2. The driver may cross the line freely to overtake
  3. The driver must not cross the line to overtake Correct answer.
  4. The driver may cross only during daylight hours

Explanation

Where the line is solid on the driver's side, crossing is prohibited because visibility or road layout makes overtaking unsafe. The broken line on the opposite side permits traffic coming the other way to cross when it is safe for them.

Question 37Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver approaching a junction sees a sign showing a red circle containing a white arrow pointing left with a red slash through it. What does it mean?

  1. A left-hand bend is ahead
  2. Turning left is prohibited at this junction Correct answer.
  3. Turning left is compulsory
  4. Left turns are permitted only for buses

Explanation

A red-ringed circle with a slash over the arrow is a prohibition sign, so the left turn shown is not allowed. A compulsory left turn would instead appear as a blue circle with a white arrow.

Question 38Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

When a driver intends to turn at a junction, when should the direction indicator be given?

  1. In good time before the turn, and cancelled afterwards Correct answer.
  2. Only at the moment the steering wheel is turned
  3. After completing the turn
  4. Only if another vehicle is visible behind

Explanation

Indicators must be given early enough to warn other road users of the intended manoeuvre and must be switched off once the turn is complete so they do not mislead. Late or missing signals cause collisions at junctions.

Question 39Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is on a road with a solid white line on the right and a broken white line on the left, separating traffic moving in the same direction. What does the solid line mean for the driver on its right?

  1. The driver must stop before the line
  2. The driver may cross freely to overtake
  3. The driver must change lanes at the next opportunity
  4. The driver should not cross the line to change lanes Correct answer.

Explanation

A solid lane line discourages or forbids lane changes across it, typically near junctions, tunnels or hazards where weaving is dangerous. The broken line on the other side allows that side's traffic to cross when safe.

Question 40Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

At an intersection where traffic lights are completely dark because of a power failure, how should a driver proceed?

  1. Wait indefinitely until the lights are repaired
  2. Treat the junction as uncontrolled, slow down and give way as required Correct answer.
  3. Assume the cross traffic must stop
  4. Proceed at normal speed because no signal is showing

Explanation

When signals are not working, the junction reverts to the general priority rules, so drivers must approach with caution, be ready to stop and yield to traffic with priority. Assuming others will stop is a common cause of collisions.

Question 41Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

What does a yellow box junction marking with diagonal lines mean for a driver entering it?

  1. Use the box as a lane for overtaking
  2. Stop inside the box whenever the light is red
  3. Park inside the box while waiting for a passenger
  4. Do not enter unless the exit is clear, except when turning right and blocked only by oncoming traffic Correct answer.

Explanation

A box junction is designed to keep the crossing clear, so a driver may not enter unless the exit road is free; the usual exception allows waiting inside when turning right and prevented only by oncoming traffic. Blocking the box obstructs cross traffic and pedestrians.

Question 42Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a sign with a red circle containing the number 60. What does it mean?

  1. The maximum permitted speed is 60 km/h Correct answer.
  2. A speed camera is 60 metres ahead
  3. The minimum permitted speed is 60 km/h
  4. The road is 60 metres ahead

Explanation

A red-ringed circle with a numeral is a regulatory maximum speed limit, so the driver must not exceed 60 km/h until another limit is posted or the restriction ends. Minimum speeds are shown on blue circular signs.

Question 43Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is travelling behind a cyclist on a narrow urban street and wishes to pass. What is the correct approach?

  1. Pass closely while sounding the horn
  2. Overtake immediately regardless of oncoming traffic
  3. Wait until there is enough clear space and pass with a wide margin Correct answer.
  4. Drive very close to discourage the cyclist from the centre of the lane

Explanation

Cyclists are vulnerable road users, and a safe pass requires adequate lateral clearance and enough clear road ahead. Passing closely or using the horn aggressively can destabilise the cyclist and cause a fall.

Question 44Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

What is the correct use of hazard warning lights on a moving vehicle?

  1. To indicate an intention to turn at the next junction
  2. To warn following traffic of a sudden obstruction or hazard ahead, not as a parking permit Correct answer.
  3. To allow parking on a double yellow line
  4. To signal that the driver is overtaking

Explanation

Hazard lights warn other drivers of an unexpected hazard, such as a breakdown or a sudden queue, and are not a licence to park illegally. Turning intentions are shown by direction indicators, not by hazard flashers.

Question 45Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver approaches a junction and sees a red octagonal sign. What must the driver do?

  1. Stop only during peak hours
  2. Come to a complete stop and give way before entering the junction Correct answer.
  3. Slow down and continue if the road looks clear
  4. Stop only if another vehicle is approaching

Explanation

The octagonal red sign is the stop sign, and it requires a full stop at the line or, if none is marked, at the edge of the junction, followed by giving way. Rolling through without stopping is a violation even when the road appears clear.

Question 46Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is on a motorway and misses the exit. What is the correct action?

  1. Stop and wait for a gap to reverse
  2. Make a U-turn through the central reservation gap
  3. Reverse along the hard shoulder to the exit
  4. Continue to the next exit and turn back Correct answer.

Explanation

Reversing or U-turning on a motorway is prohibited because high speeds make it extremely dangerous; the only lawful course is to continue to the next exit. The extra distance is a minor inconvenience compared with the risk of a serious collision.

Question 47Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

What does a rectangular blue sign showing a white letter P with a red diagonal line through it indicate?

  1. Parking is prohibited in the area to which the sign applies Correct answer.
  2. Parking is permitted without restriction
  3. Parking is reserved for permit holders
  4. A parking meter is located ahead

Explanation

The letter P denotes parking, and the red diagonal line turns the sign into a prohibition, so parking is not allowed in the indicated area. A permitted parking area would be shown without the slash, often with time or payment details.

Question 48Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is at a junction where a traffic officer is directing traffic with arms outstretched horizontally. What does this signal mean?

  1. Traffic from the sides may proceed only if turning right
  2. Only pedestrians must stop
  3. Traffic approaching from the front and rear must stop Correct answer.
  4. All traffic must proceed in any direction

Explanation

An officer with arms outstretched controls the junction so that traffic facing the officer's front or back must stop, while traffic approaching from the sides may proceed. An officer's directions override the signals and signs at that junction.

Question 49Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is approaching a steep downhill section on a rural road and sees a triangular sign with a lorry symbol and a percentage figure. What does this warn of?

  1. A lorry parking area ahead
  2. A steep descent where low gear should be selected to control speed Correct answer.
  3. A restriction banning lorries from the road
  4. A weighbridge ahead requiring all vehicles to stop

Explanation

The triangular warning with a gradient percentage warns of a steep descent, and drivers should engage a low gear so that engine braking controls speed rather than prolonged use of the footbrake. Overusing the brakes on a long descent can cause them to fade.

Question 50Traffic laws, signs, signals and road markings

A driver is on a road with a broken white line separating two lanes and wishes to overtake, but the vehicle ahead is signalling to turn left. What is the safest action?

  1. Sound the horn and force the vehicle to turn faster
  2. Hold back and let the vehicle complete its turn before overtaking Correct answer.
  3. Overtake on the right immediately without checking
  4. Overtake on the left as the vehicle slows

Explanation

A vehicle slowing and signalling to turn may swing out or stop suddenly, so overtaking it at that moment is hazardous. Waiting until the turn is complete removes the risk of a collision at the junction or driveway.