NL Class 5I Test flashcards
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- Roundabout priority rule
- Traffic already circulating inside the roundabout has right of way. Entering drivers must yield, then signal right before leaving at their chosen exit.
- Solid centre line
- A continuous centre line may not be crossed or straddled in either direction. It marks a section where overtaking is considered unsafe due to limited visibility.
- Uncontrolled intersection
- An intersection without signs or signals. Drivers must yield to vehicles approaching from the right and to oncoming traffic before turning left across it.
- Green arrow signal
- A green arrow gives protected right of way only for the movement the arrow shows. Other movements remain governed by their own signals and may still be red.
- Amber traffic light
- Amber follows green and means stop, unless stopping suddenly would be unsafe. It is never a signal to accelerate through the junction.
- Pedestrian crossing obligation
- Drivers must yield to pedestrians already on or entering a marked crossing. Overtaking a vehicle stopped at a crossing is prohibited because it may hide a pedestrian.
- Stop sign requirement
- A complete stop is required at the stop line or, if absent, at the edge of the intersecting roadway. Rolling through the junction is a violation.
- Sign shape meanings
- Triangles warn of hazards ahead, circles impose prohibitions or obligations, octagons mean stop, and rectangles provide information, direction, or regulation details.
- Two-second following rule
- Stay at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead in dry conditions. Double the gap in rain and at least triple it on ice, in fog, or at night.
- Thinking plus braking distance
- Total stopping distance is thinking distance (speed times reaction time) plus braking distance. Braking distance rises with the square of speed, so doubling speed roughly quadruples it.
- Aquaplaning recovery
- When tyres lose contact with water, ease off the accelerator, hold the wheel steady, and avoid hard braking or sharp steering until grip returns.
- Skid recovery steering
- Release the brake or accelerator and steer smoothly toward the direction you want the front of the vehicle to travel. Avoid abrupt inputs that worsen the skid.
- Fatigue countermeasure
- Only stopping and resting restores alertness. Fresh air, coffee, loud music, and open windows do not reverse the impairment caused by tiredness.
- Fog driving technique
- Use dipped headlights and fog lamps, never full beam. Reduce speed so you can stop within the distance you can actually see ahead.
- ABS emergency braking
- Press the brake pedal firmly and keep it pressed. ABS prevents wheel lock and preserves steering, but does not shorten stopping distance on every surface.
- Mirror scanning interval
- Check mirrors roughly every five to eight seconds, and always check the blind spot before any lane change, overtaking move, or junction entry.
- Cyclist overtaking clearance
- Leave at least one metre when passing a cyclist at speeds up to 50 km/h, and at least 1.5 metres above that. Otherwise wait behind.
- Truck blind spots
- Large trucks have extensive blind areas on both sides, directly behind, and in front. If you cannot see the driver's mirrors, the driver cannot see you.
- Turning long vehicles
- Trucks and buses swing wide when turning and may cut the inside corner. Never pass on the inside of a vehicle signalling a turn.
- Stopped school bus
- When a school bus displays flashing red lights, passing is prohibited in both directions. Expect children to cross near the bus.
- Emergency vehicle response
- Yield to vehicles using flashing lights and sirens by moving right and stopping if needed. Do not follow closely behind them to use their path.
- Motorcycle lane entitlement
- Motorcycles and mopeds are entitled to a full lane. Do not share their lane beside them, and check mirrors twice before changing lanes near them.
- Bus passenger hazard
- When a bus or tram stops, passengers may step into the road or cross in front of it. Reduce speed and be ready to stop.
- Vulnerable road users
- Children, older people, cyclists, and people with reduced mobility need extra margin. Their behaviour is less predictable, so reduce speed and increase clearance.
- Learner permit conditions
- A learner must pass the theory test, hold the permit for a minimum period, and be accompanied by a qualified driver before taking the practical test.
- Licence categories
- Categories reflect vehicle mass and seats: B for passenger cars, A1/A2/A for motorcycles, C1/C for trucks, and D for buses. Each has its own minimum age.
- Penalty point threshold
- Penalty points accumulate for traffic offences. Reaching the threshold triggers suspension, and novice drivers usually face a lower threshold than experienced drivers.
- Periodic technical inspection
- Roadworthiness testing is required at intervals set by vehicle age and category. Driving without a valid inspection certificate is an offence.
- Compulsory insurance
- Third-party liability insurance and valid registration documents must be carried or available in the vehicle at all times while driving on public roads.
- Tyre tread minimum
- Tyres must have at least 1.6 mm tread depth, correct pressure, no cuts or bulges, and adequate tread across the full width of the tyre.
- Medical fitness condition
- Holding a licence depends on meeting eyesight standards, with corrective lenses permitted, and reporting any medical condition that affects the ability to drive safely.
- Licence suspension triggers
- Serious offences such as drink-driving, extreme speeding, or leaving the scene of an accident lead to suspension or revocation of the driving licence.