FRSC Driving CBT flashcards
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- Octagon sign
- An eight-sided sign is always STOP; it requires a complete halt at the stop line and a check that the way is clear before proceeding.
- Inverted triangle sign
- A red-bordered triangle with the point down means GIVE WAY or YIELD; slow down and give priority to traffic on the major road.
- Yellow box junction
- A yellow hatched box painted at a junction; do not enter unless your exit is clear, to prevent blocking the junction.
- Broken white centre line
- A broken white line down the centre of the road permits overtaking when it is safe; a continuous line on your side forbids crossing.
- Amber traffic light
- A steady amber light means stop unless you are so close to the stop line that stopping would be unsafe; it warns that red is next.
- Nigeria default speed limits
- Unless signed otherwise: 100 km/h on expressways, 80 km/h on highways, 50 km/h in built-up areas and 45 km/h on rural roads.
- Overtaking side in Nigeria
- Nigeria drives on the right, so overtaking is on the left; slower vehicles keep to the right-hand lane to allow faster traffic past.
- Roundabout priority rule
- At a roundabout marked with give-way lines, traffic already circulating has priority; entering vehicles must yield and wait for a safe gap.
- Seat belt requirement
- Seat belts are compulsory for the driver and all passengers; children under 12 or under 1.5 m must use an approved child restraint in the rear.
- Two-second rule
- A minimum following gap of two seconds in dry daylight; double to four seconds in rain, at night, or behind a heavy vehicle that blocks your view.
- Smith System
- A defensive driving method: Aim high in steering, Get the big picture, Keep your eyes moving, Leave yourself an out, Make sure they see you.
- Braking distance versus speed
- Braking distance rises with the square of speed, so doubling speed roughly quadruples the distance needed to stop; thinking distance doubles linearly.
- Blind spot check
- The area not visible in the mirrors; before changing lane, check mirrors, signal, then turn your head to check the blind spot.
- Clutch pedal function
- The leftmost pedal; pressing it disconnects the engine from the gearbox so you can change gear or stop without stalling.
- ABS braking technique
- Anti-lock braking prevents wheel lock under hard braking; keep firm continuous pressure on the pedal and do not pump it.
- Red oil-can warning light
- A red oil-can symbol on the dashboard means low engine oil pressure; stop the engine immediately to avoid severe engine damage.
- Engine braking on descent
- Selecting a lower gear on a long downhill uses engine compression to slow the vehicle, preventing brake fade from continuous braking.
- Minimum tyre tread depth
- The legal minimum tread depth in Nigeria is 1.6 mm; worn tyres lose grip in wet conditions and are prone to aquaplaning and blowouts.
- Cold tyre pressure check
- Tyre pressure is checked when tyres are cold; under-inflation causes overheating, poor fuel economy and blowouts, over-inflation reduces grip.
- Hot radiator cap danger
- Never open a radiator cap when the engine is hot; the pressurised coolant can erupt as scalding steam and cause severe burns.
- Documents carried while driving
- A valid driver's licence, vehicle licence, proof of insurance, roadworthiness certificate and vehicle registration must be carried and produced on demand.
- FRSC emergency number
- The Federal Road Safety Corps emergency number is 122; the Police number is 112, used to report crashes, obstructions and traffic emergencies.
- Golden hour
- The first hour after a crash, during which prompt first aid and evacuation most improve a casualty's chance of survival.
- Recovery position
- Placing an unconscious but breathing casualty on their side keeps the airway open and prevents choking on vomit or the tongue.
- Legal BAC limit
- The FRSC enforces a blood alcohol concentration limit of 0.05 g/100 ml for private drivers; commercial drivers face a lower, effectively zero, limit.
- Fatigue remedy
- The only effective remedy for drowsiness is to stop and sleep; caffeine, cold air and loud music give only temporary relief.
- Aquaplaning response
- When tyres ride on a film of water, ease off the accelerator, hold the wheel steady and avoid hard braking until grip returns.
- Fog headlight rule
- In fog use dipped headlights and fog lamps, never main beam, because the beam reflects off the fog and blinds the driver.
- Night driving visibility rule
- At night, reduce speed so you can stop within the distance illuminated by your headlights; look toward the left verge when dazzled.
- FRSC establishment
- The Federal Road Safety Corps was established by Decree 45 of 1988, now the FRSC Act 2007, to administer road safety and enforce traffic laws.
- Learner's permit validity
- A learner's permit is valid for 3 months, must be renewed, and the learner must display L plates and be accompanied by a licensed driver.
- Licence categories A to H
- A motorcycle, B private car, C commercial car, D light goods, E heavy goods, F articulated, G bus, H articulated bus.