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Question 1Traffic signs, signals and road markings

On a Kuwaiti road, a circular sign with a red border and a black number inside indicates which type of regulation?

  1. The distance in metres to the next junction
  2. A minimum speed that must be maintained
  3. The number of the highway route ahead
  4. A maximum speed limit that must not be exceeded Correct answer.

Explanation

Kuwait follows the Vienna-style system in which red-bordered circles are prohibitions or restrictions. A black number inside such a circle is a maximum speed limit in kilometres per hour, and exceeding it is an offence. The sign applies from the point where it is placed until a different limit or an end-of-restriction sign appears.

Question 2Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A triangular sign with a red border and a symbol of a bend to the left warns the driver about what?

  1. A lane reserved for vehicles turning left
  2. A left-hand exit from a roundabout
  3. A sharp left curve ahead requiring reduced speed Correct answer.
  4. A compulsory left turn at the next junction

Explanation

Red-bordered triangles are warning signs and give advance notice of a hazard. A bend symbol means the road curves in that direction ahead, so the driver should slow down before entering the curve. Warning signs are placed in advance of the hazard rather than at the point where the manoeuvre is compulsory.

Question 3Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What is the meaning of a solid white line running along the centre of a two-way road in Kuwait?

  1. Overtaking and crossing the line are prohibited Correct answer.
  2. Overtaking is permitted if the road is clear
  3. The line marks the edge of a parking bay
  4. The line separates lanes travelling in the same direction

Explanation

A continuous centre line prohibits crossing it, which means overtaking and U-turns across it are not allowed. The restriction exists because visibility or road geometry makes the manoeuvre unsafe. A broken line, by contrast, may be crossed when it is safe to do so.

Question 4Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A traffic officer is directing vehicles through a junction while the traffic signal shows red. Which instruction must the driver follow?

  1. The vehicle in front of them
  2. The red traffic signal
  3. The road markings of the junction
  4. The officer's hand signals Correct answer.

Explanation

Under Kuwaiti traffic law, directions given by a police officer on duty override traffic signals, signs and road markings. Drivers must obey the officer even when the light shows otherwise. Following the signal instead of the officer can cause a collision and is a traffic violation.

Question 5Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A flashing amber signal at a pedestrian crossing means the driver should proceed in which way?

  1. Stop and wait until the light turns green
  2. Treat the crossing as permanently closed
  3. Sound the horn and drive through at speed
  4. Continue only when no pedestrian is on the crossing Correct answer.

Explanation

A flashing amber light at a pedestrian crossing places the duty on the driver to give way to anyone already on the crossing. If the crossing is clear, the driver may proceed carefully. It is not a stop signal, but it is also not an unrestricted go signal.

Question 6Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A blue circular sign showing a white arrow pointing straight ahead means what?

  1. The lane ends and traffic must merge
  2. A U-turn is permitted beyond the sign
  3. The road ahead is a one-way street
  4. Vehicles must proceed only in the direction of the arrow Correct answer.

Explanation

Blue circular signs with white arrows are mandatory direction signs. The arrow shows the only permitted direction of travel at that point, so turning against it is an offence. They are distinct from warning signs because they impose an obligation rather than give notice of a hazard.

Question 7Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A yellow box junction marking painted on the road surface requires the driver to do what?

  1. Park inside the box while waiting
  2. Stop inside the box until the light changes
  3. Enter only when the exit is clear Correct answer.
  4. Use the box only for overtaking

Explanation

The yellow box is designed to keep the junction clear of queuing traffic. A driver may enter only if the exit beyond the box is clear enough to complete the crossing. Stopping inside the box blocks cross traffic and is a violation.

Question 8Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What does a red circle containing a black car and a red diagonal bar indicate?

  1. End of a motorway for cars
  2. Cars must use the left lane
  3. No entry for motor vehicles Correct answer.
  4. No parking for cars

Explanation

A red circle with a diagonal bar is a prohibition sign, and the symbol inside identifies what is prohibited. A car symbol crossed out bars motor vehicles from proceeding past the sign. The diagonal bar is the standard way of showing that the activity is forbidden.

Question 9Traffic signs, signals and road markings

At a junction controlled by a green light, a driver intends to turn right but pedestrians are crossing the road being entered. What is the correct action?

  1. Sound the horn so the pedestrians hurry
  2. Reverse and take another route
  3. Wait and give way to the pedestrians before turning Correct answer.
  4. Turn immediately because the light is green

Explanation

A green light gives permission to proceed but does not remove the duty to give way to pedestrians already crossing. The turning driver must yield before completing the turn. The green light does not create an absolute right of way over people on foot.

Question 10Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A broken white line separating two lanes travelling in the same direction indicates what?

  1. Lane changes are allowed when it is safe Correct answer.
  2. The lane to the left is reserved for buses
  3. Lane changes are prohibited at all times
  4. The lane to the right is for overtaking only

Explanation

Broken lane lines may be crossed when the driver has checked mirrors and blind spots and it is safe to do so. They guide traffic into lanes but do not forbid a lane change. A continuous line, by contrast, must not be crossed.

Question 11Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A sign showing a red circle with the number 40 crossed by a black diagonal line means what?

  1. The 40 km/h speed limit has ended Correct answer.
  2. A 40 km/h limit begins ahead
  3. The road is 40 metres from the junction
  4. A 40 km/h minimum speed now applies

Explanation

A prohibition sign crossed by a diagonal line marks the end of the restriction it displayed. Here it cancels the earlier 40 km/h limit, after which the general road limit or the next posted limit applies. Without the diagonal bar, the same sign would start the limit.

Question 12Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What is the purpose of a chevron sign with black arrows on a white background placed at a sharp bend?

  1. To indicate a compulsory turn into a side road
  2. To guide drivers through the curve and warn of its sharpness Correct answer.
  3. To show the direction of a one-way street
  4. To mark the start of a dual carriageway

Explanation

Chevron alignment signs are placed on the outside of a bend to show its direction and severity, especially at night or in poor visibility. They reinforce the warning given by the bend sign. They do not impose a turn into another road.

Question 13Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver approaches a junction where the traffic light is out of order and no officer is present. How should the driver proceed?

  1. Stop and wait until a signal technician repairs the light
  2. Slow down, give way as at an uncontrolled junction, and proceed when safe Correct answer.
  3. Treat the junction as closed and turn back
  4. Proceed at normal speed because no signal restricts them

Explanation

When signals fail, the junction reverts to the give-way rules that apply at uncontrolled junctions. The driver must approach with caution, be ready to stop, and yield to traffic with priority. Assuming a right of way because the light is dark is dangerous.

Question 14Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What does a single broken yellow line along the edge of the carriageway normally indicate in Kuwait?

  1. A lane reserved for emergency vehicles
  2. The centre of a two-way road
  3. The boundary of a pedestrian zone
  4. A stopping or parking restriction along that edge Correct answer.

Explanation

Yellow edge markings are used to indicate parking and stopping controls along the kerb. A broken yellow line generally means stopping is restricted, while a continuous one is stricter. Drivers should check the accompanying signs for the exact times and rules.

Question 15Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A rectangular blue sign with a white 'P' and a red border around the letter indicates what?

  1. The area is a private loading bay
  2. Parking is free and unlimited
  3. Parking is restricted or controlled at that place Correct answer.
  4. No parking is allowed at any time

Explanation

The letter P denotes parking, and a red border or supplementary plate signals that conditions apply. Those conditions may include time limits, payment or permit requirements. Drivers must read the plate rather than assume unrestricted parking.

Question 16Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What is the meaning of a stop line painted across the lane together with a 'STOP' sign at a junction?

  1. The vehicle must stop only when other traffic is visible
  2. The vehicle must stop for exactly three seconds then go
  3. The vehicle must slow down and proceed if the road looks clear
  4. The vehicle must stop at the line and give way before proceeding Correct answer.

Explanation

A stop sign imposes a full stop at the marked line regardless of whether traffic is visible. The driver must then give way to traffic on the priority road before moving off. A rolling slow-down does not satisfy the requirement.

Question 17Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a red light with a green arrow pointing left. What does this combination permit?

  1. Straight ahead only
  2. No movement until the main light turns green
  3. All movements because a green light is showing
  4. A left turn only, after giving way where required Correct answer.

Explanation

A green arrow authorises movement only in the direction it indicates, even while the main light is red. Other movements remain prohibited until their own signal appears. The driver must still yield to pedestrians and traffic with priority during the turn.

Question 18Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A sign showing a black cross on a yellow diamond is used in some countries for a crossroads warning. In Kuwait, warning signs are instead normally which shape?

  1. A blue circle
  2. A red octagon
  3. A yellow diamond
  4. A triangle with a red border Correct answer.

Explanation

Kuwait uses the triangular red-bordered format for warning signs, following the Vienna Convention pattern. The yellow diamond is the North American warning format and is not the standard Kuwaiti shape. Recognising the shape helps a driver classify a sign quickly at a distance.

Question 19Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What should a driver do when a traffic signal turns amber as they approach the stop line?

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

Explanation

Amber means the signal is about to change to red, so the driver should stop if there is enough distance to do so safely. Accelerating to beat the red is a common cause of junction collisions. If the vehicle is already too close to stop safely, it should proceed through carefully.

Question 20Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A road marking of diagonal white stripes bounded by solid lines, painted on the carriageway, indicates what?

  1. An area that vehicles should not enter Correct answer.
  2. A pedestrian refuge that cars may cross
  3. A parking area for motorcycles
  4. A lane reserved for overtaking

Explanation

Hatched areas bordered by solid lines are keep-out zones, often protecting a junction, a turning pocket or a hazard. Drivers should not enter them except in an emergency. Crossing them to gain position is a violation.

Question 21Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A circular blue sign showing a white bicycle means what for cyclists and drivers?

  1. A parking area reserved for bicycles
  2. Bicycles are prohibited beyond the sign
  3. A compulsory route for bicycles, which other vehicles should not obstruct Correct answer.
  4. Bicycles may use the road only at night

Explanation

Blue circles give mandatory instructions, so a bicycle symbol marks a route that cyclists must or may use as indicated by the sign. Drivers should keep the facility clear and watch for cyclists entering or leaving it. A prohibition would be shown by a red circle with a diagonal bar.

Question 22Traffic signs, signals and road markings

When a driver sees a 'give way' sign at a junction, what is the correct behaviour?

  1. Proceed first because the sign faces the other road
  2. Come to a complete stop in every case
  3. Sound the horn and continue without yielding
  4. Slow down and yield to traffic on the priority road before entering Correct answer.

Explanation

A give-way sign requires the driver to let priority traffic pass before entering or crossing the road. A full stop is required only when necessary to yield safely. This differs from a stop sign, which always requires a complete stop.

Question 23Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What does a lane marked with a white bicycle symbol and a solid white line along its edge signify to a driver?

  1. A lane that only buses may use
  2. A lane that cars may use for parking
  3. A lane that all vehicles may share freely
  4. A cycle lane that motor vehicles should not enter Correct answer.

Explanation

A marked cycle lane set off by a solid line is reserved for cyclists, and motor vehicles should not drive or park in it. Drivers should check for cyclists before turning across such a lane. Sharing it freely would defeat the purpose of the reservation.

Question 24Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver is in a lane marked with a white arrow pointing left, but wishes to go straight. What must the driver do?

  1. Go straight from the left-turn lane if no traffic is near
  2. Follow the arrow and turn left, or change lanes earlier where permitted Correct answer.
  3. Stop in the lane and wait for a green arrow to go straight
  4. Reverse out of the lane to rejoin the correct one

Explanation

Lane arrows indicate the movement each lane serves, and drivers must follow the arrow for the lane they are in. If the wrong lane has been entered, the safe course is to follow it and reroute, or change lanes earlier where lines permit. Going straight from a turn-only lane conflicts with other traffic.

Question 25Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A red traffic light is showing and a driver needs to turn right at the junction. What is the general rule in Kuwait?

  1. Wait for a green signal or green arrow before turning Correct answer.
  2. Turn right only if the road is empty
  3. Turn right after sounding the horn
  4. Turn right freely after slowing down

Explanation

A red light prohibits all movements unless a separate green arrow or a sign explicitly permits the turn. Kuwait does not generally allow a right turn on red. The driver must wait for the signal that authorises the movement.

Question 26Traffic signs, signals and road markings

In Kuwait, a circular sign with a red border and a white centre containing the number 60 means that drivers must not exceed what speed?

  1. 60 miles per hour on the nearest motorway
  2. 60 km/h in the zone where the sign is posted Correct answer.
  3. 60 km/h only during daylight hours
  4. 60 km/h only when a police officer is present

Explanation

A red-bordered circular sign with a number is a regulatory maximum speed limit. The limit applies continuously in the zone where the sign is placed, not only in daylight or when an officer is present. Kuwait uses kilometres per hour on all road signs, so the figure is read as km/h.

Question 27Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A red-bordered circular sign shows a black arrow curving to the left with a red diagonal bar across it. What does this sign tell the driver?

  1. A left-hand bend is approaching
  2. No left turn is permitted at this point Correct answer.
  3. Left turns are allowed only for buses
  4. Turn left ahead at the next junction

Explanation

A red diagonal bar through a manoeuvre symbol makes the sign prohibitory. The arrow indicates the direction concerned, so the combination forbids turning left here. Warning signs for bends are triangular with a red border and carry no diagonal bar.

Question 28Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A triangular sign with a red border shows a black symbol of two children running. What is the driver expected to do?

  1. Stop immediately and wait for children to clear the road
  2. Reduce speed and watch for children near a school or playground Correct answer.
  3. Sound the horn continuously until past the area
  4. Treat the sign as advice that may be ignored

Explanation

Triangular red-bordered signs are warnings, alerting the driver to a hazard ahead. The children symbol warns of a school or play area where children may enter the carriageway unexpectedly. The correct response is to slow down and be ready to stop, not to halt at the sign itself.

Question 29Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What does a solid white line running along the centre of the carriageway separate?

  1. A parking bay from a traffic lane
  2. Two lanes travelling in the same direction
  3. A bus lane from a general traffic lane
  4. Traffic streams moving in opposite directions, which must not cross it Correct answer.

Explanation

A continuous white centre line divides opposing traffic streams and forbids crossing or straddling it. Where overtaking is permitted, the centre line is broken instead. Lane divisions within one direction are normally shown by broken lines.

Question 30Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver approaches a pedestrian crossing where a person is waiting to cross. What does the Kuwait traffic law require?

  1. The driver should flash headlights to warn the pedestrian to wait
  2. The driver has priority because the pedestrian is on the footway
  3. The driver may proceed if no other vehicle is nearby
  4. The driver must slow down and give way to the pedestrian Correct answer.

Explanation

Drivers must yield to pedestrians at marked crossings and should approach them at a speed that allows a safe stop. A pedestrian waiting at the kerb is enough to require the driver to slow and prepare to give way. Priority is never assumed simply because the pedestrian has not yet stepped onto the road.

Question 31Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A traffic officer is directing vehicles with arm signals at a junction while the traffic lights are working normally. Whose signal must the driver obey?

  1. The road markings, because they are painted on the surface
  2. Whichever signal allows the driver to proceed sooner
  3. The officer, because an officer's directions override the signals Correct answer.
  4. The traffic light, because it is the permanent control

Explanation

When a police officer is controlling traffic, the officer's signals take precedence over lights and markings. Drivers must follow the officer's directions even if the light shows a different instruction. This rule allows safe management of incidents and congestion.

Question 32Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What does a red-bordered circular sign showing a black motorcycle inside indicate?

  1. A motorcycle race track begins ahead
  2. A motorcycle repair area is nearby
  3. Motorcycles are prohibited from entering the road ahead Correct answer.
  4. Motorcycles are permitted in this lane only

Explanation

A red-bordered circular sign is prohibitory, and the symbol inside identifies what is banned. A motorcycle symbol therefore means motorcycles may not proceed past the sign. Permitted categories are shown on blue circular signs.

Question 33Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a flashing red light at a level crossing. What must the driver do?

  1. Reverse away from the crossing and find another route
  2. Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing before crossing Correct answer.
  3. Proceed slowly while looking along the track
  4. Sound the horn and cross quickly

Explanation

A flashing red signal at a level crossing means a train is approaching and the crossing must not be used. The driver stops before the crossing and waits until the lights cease and the barriers, if any, are fully raised. Attempting to cross is extremely dangerous.

Question 34Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver passes a circular blue sign with a white arrow pointing diagonally down-left. What does this sign require?

  1. Keep to the left of the obstacle or traffic island ahead Correct answer.
  2. Give way to traffic from the left
  3. Turn left at the next junction
  4. Leave the carriageway at the next exit

Explanation

A blue circular sign with a white directional arrow is a mandatory instruction. An arrow angled down and to one side tells the driver to pass the obstacle on that side. It does not order a turn at a junction.

Question 35Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver is travelling in the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway and sees a large blue rectangular sign with a white aeroplane symbol and an arrow. What information is this sign giving?

  1. Aircraft may cross the road ahead
  2. Landing is prohibited in this area
  3. Airport traffic must use the right lane only
  4. Directions to an airport are ahead, following the indicated route Correct answer.

Explanation

Blue rectangular signs with white symbols are informatory and guide drivers to facilities. An aeroplane symbol with an arrow indicates the direction to an airport. The sign gives guidance rather than imposing a restriction.

Question 36Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What does a yellow box junction require when a driver's intended exit from the box is blocked by stationary traffic?

  1. Enter the box and wait inside it until the exit clears
  2. Enter the box and stop on the far line
  3. Reverse out of the box if the exit remains blocked
  4. Wait before the box until there is space beyond it to clear Correct answer.

Explanation

A yellow box marking is designed to keep the junction clear of queuing traffic. A driver may only enter when the exit is clear enough to leave the box without stopping. Waiting before the box prevents gridlock.

Question 37Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A triangular warning sign shows a black symbol of a vehicle skidding with wavy tyre marks. What hazard does this warn of?

  1. A steep uphill gradient ahead
  2. A slippery road surface ahead Correct answer.
  3. A narrowing of the carriageway
  4. A speed hump in the road

Explanation

The skidding-car symbol is the standard warning for a slippery surface. Drivers should reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or steering. Other hazards such as gradients and narrowings have their own distinct symbols.

Question 38Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver is in a lane bounded on both sides by continuous white lines and marked with a white diamond symbol. What does this marking indicate?

  1. A lane that any vehicle may use at any time
  2. A lane that ends immediately ahead
  3. A reserved lane for trams only
  4. A lane reserved for a specific class of vehicle, such as buses Correct answer.

Explanation

Continuous boundary lines with a symbol inside identify a reserved lane for the class shown. General traffic must stay out of it during the hours the restriction applies. A diamond is commonly used to mark a reserved or priority lane.

Question 39Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What is the meaning of a sign showing a red circle with a white horizontal bar across it on a blue background?

  1. No entry for vehicular traffic Correct answer.
  2. Stop and give way
  3. End of all restrictions
  4. One-way street begins

Explanation

A red circle containing a white horizontal bar is the international no-entry sign. It warns that vehicles must not proceed past it, often because the road is one-way against them. Drivers must find an alternative route.

Question 40Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a triangular sign with a red border containing a black cross symbol resembling a railway crossing gate. What should the driver expect?

  1. A checkpoint ahead
  2. A level crossing with barriers ahead Correct answer.
  3. A crossroads where the driver has priority
  4. A hospital zone ahead

Explanation

The gate symbol in a warning triangle indicates a level crossing equipped with barriers. Drivers should slow down and be prepared to stop if the signals operate. A crossing without barriers uses a different symbol, such as a train.

Question 41Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver approaches a junction where the road markings include a broken white line across the lane together with a triangle painted on the road. What does this combination mean?

  1. The lane is closed ahead
  2. Give way to traffic on the major road before proceeding Correct answer.
  3. Parking is permitted beyond the line
  4. Stop completely before the line in all cases

Explanation

A broken line with a painted triangle is the give-way marking, complementing an inverted triangular give-way sign. The driver must yield to traffic on the road being joined and proceed only when it is safe. A solid line with the word STOP is used where a full stop is required.

Question 42Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a traffic light showing a green arrow pointing straight ahead while the main circular light is red. What may the driver do?

  1. Proceed straight ahead only, after yielding to any traffic already in the junction Correct answer.
  2. Turn right but not go straight
  3. Wait until the main light turns green before moving
  4. Proceed in any direction because a green light is showing

Explanation

A green arrow authorises movement only in the direction of the arrow, even when the main light is red. The driver may proceed straight but must still ensure the path is clear and yield where necessary. Movement in other directions remains prohibited until those signals permit it.

Question 43Traffic signs, signals and road markings

What does a circular sign with a red border and a black symbol of a lorry inside mean for goods vehicles?

  1. Lorries are prohibited from proceeding beyond the sign Correct answer.
  2. Lorries must reduce speed to 40 km/h
  3. Lorries must use the left lane only
  4. Lorries may proceed only at night

Explanation

The red-bordered circle is prohibitory and the lorry symbol identifies the class banned. Goods vehicles above the relevant weight therefore may not continue past the sign. Other classes of vehicle are unaffected unless a separate sign says otherwise.

Question 44Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a continuous yellow line along the kerb on the left side of the road. What does this normally indicate?

  1. The road is a bus stop zone only
  2. Parking is permitted for up to 30 minutes
  3. Loading is allowed at all times
  4. Waiting and parking are prohibited along that stretch Correct answer.

Explanation

A continuous yellow line at the kerb marks a restriction on waiting and parking. Drivers should not stop there except where a sign specifically allows it. Broken yellow lines usually indicate a lesser or time-limited restriction.

Question 45Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver intends to turn right at a junction controlled by a green circular light but a pedestrian is already crossing the road being entered. What is the correct action?

  1. Sound the horn so the pedestrian hurries
  2. Complete the turn because the light is green
  3. Wait and allow the pedestrian to finish crossing before turning Correct answer.
  4. Turn behind the pedestrian without slowing

Explanation

A green light permits movement but does not remove the duty to give way to pedestrians already crossing. The driver should wait until the crossing is clear before completing the turn. Turning across a crossing pedestrian is unsafe and contrary to the law.

Question 46Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a sign showing a red circle with a white arrow pointing left and a red diagonal bar over it, placed at the entrance to a one-way street. What does it mean?

  1. Turn left to enter the one-way street
  2. Left turns are permitted for taxis
  3. Do not enter the one-way street in this direction Correct answer.
  4. The one-way street begins here for all traffic

Explanation

A red-barred arrow at the mouth of a one-way street warns that entry against the flow is prohibited. The arrow shows the direction that is banned. Drivers must not enter and should follow an alternative route.

Question 47Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver is approaching a junction where the traffic light shows amber after green. The vehicle is too close to stop safely before the line. What should the driver do?

  1. Reverse back behind the stop line
  2. Stop in the middle of the junction and wait
  3. Continue through the junction with care, clearing it promptly Correct answer.
  4. Brake hard and stop beyond the line if necessary

Explanation

Amber means stop unless it is unsafe to do so. A driver already too close to stop safely should proceed steadily and clear the junction rather than brake abruptly. Stopping inside the junction would obstruct crossing traffic.

Question 48Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a broken white line on the approach to a junction change to a continuous white line beside a central refuge. What does the continuous section require?

  1. Overtaking is permitted if the road ahead is clear
  2. The driver must stop at the refuge
  3. Overtaking and lane changing are prohibited across it Correct answer.
  4. The driver must move to the left lane

Explanation

A continuous line must not be crossed or straddled, so overtaking and lane changes across it are prohibited. Broken lines permit crossing when safe, but the transition to continuous marks the start of the restriction. The driver should complete any manoeuvre before reaching the continuous section.

Question 49Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver approaches a roundabout and sees a triangular give-way sign with a broken line across the entry lane. A vehicle is already circulating from the left. What is the correct action?

  1. Enter and sound the horn to claim priority
  2. Stop permanently and wait for a gap in all directions
  3. Enter the roundabout because circulating traffic must yield
  4. Wait at the line until the circulating vehicle has passed Correct answer.

Explanation

At a give-way roundabout, entering traffic yields to vehicles already circulating. The broken line and triangle mark the point at which the driver must be ready to stop. The driver proceeds only when there is a safe gap.

Question 50Traffic signs, signals and road markings

A driver sees a warning sign showing a black symbol of a road narrowing from both sides, followed shortly by a lane merge arrow painted on the road. What is the safest response?

  1. Reduce speed and merge early into the continuing lane Correct answer.
  2. Stop in the closing lane and wait for assistance
  3. Move onto the hard shoulder to pass the queue
  4. Maintain speed and force a merge at the last moment

Explanation

The narrowing warning and merge arrow indicate that a lane is ending. The safest approach is to reduce speed and merge in good time rather than compete for space at the taper. Stopping in a live lane or using the shoulder would create further danger.