Practice Test: General Driving Rules, Signals & Speed Limits (Test 8)

QUESTION 1 OF 10Not answered

When supervising a learner driver, what MUST you NOT do regarding communication devices?

Explanation

You MUST NOT use a hand-held mobile phone, or similar device, for any purpose when driving or when supervising a learner driver. - [Rule 149](rule_149)

QUESTION 2 OF 10Not answered

What is the maximum speed limit for a bus, coach, or minibus on a motorway?

Explanation

According to the speed limit table, buses, coaches and minibuses (<12 metres) have a maximum speed limit of 70 mph on motorways. - [Rule 124](rule_124)

QUESTION 3 OF 10Not answered

If you need to overtake on a dual carriageway, which lane should you use?

Explanation

On a dual carriageway you should stay in the left-hand lane. Use the right-hand lane for overtaking or turning right. - [Rule 138](rule_138)

QUESTION 4 OF 10Not answered

In what conditions MUST you use your headlights during the day?

Explanation

You MUST use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced. - [Rule 113](rule_113)

QUESTION 5 OF 10Not answered

If your vehicle starts skidding, what might be the common cause according to the Highway Code?

Explanation

Skidding is usually caused by the driver braking, accelerating or steering too harshly or driving too fast for the road conditions. - [Rule 119](rule_119)

QUESTION 6 OF 10Not answered

How should you react to flashing headlights from another driver?

Explanation

Only flash your headlights to let other road users know that you are there. Never assume that flashing headlights is a signal inviting you to proceed. - [Rule 111](rule_111)

QUESTION 7 OF 10Not answered

What should you do to minimize glare for drivers behind you when you are waiting in a stationary queue of traffic?

Explanation

In stationary queues of traffic, drivers should apply the parking brake and take their foot off the footbrake to deactivate the vehicle brake lights to minimise glare. - [Rule 114](rule_114)

QUESTION 8 OF 10Not answered

If you are on an icy road, how much greater should the gap be between your vehicle and the vehicle in front compared to dry conditions?

Explanation

The gap should be at least doubled on wet roads and up to ten times greater on icy roads. - [Rule 126](rule_126)

QUESTION 9 OF 10Not answered

What does Rule 109 state about traffic light signals and signs giving orders?

Explanation

You MUST obey all traffic light signals and traffic signs giving orders. - [Rule 109](rule_109)

QUESTION 10 OF 10Not answered

What must you ensure about your signals so that they are effective?

Explanation

You should always give clear signals in plenty of time, use them to advise other road users before changing course or direction, stopping or moving off, cancel them after use, and make sure your signals will not confuse others. - [Rule 103](rule_103)

General Driving Rules, Signals & Speed Limits

When supervising a learner driver, what MUST you NOT do regarding communication devices?

What is the maximum speed limit for a bus, coach, or minibus on a motorway?

If you need to overtake on a dual carriageway, which lane should you use?

In what conditions MUST you use your headlights during the day?

If your vehicle starts skidding, what might be the common cause according to the Highway Code?

How should you react to flashing headlights from another driver?

What should you do to minimize glare for drivers behind you when you are waiting in a stationary queue of traffic?

If you are on an icy road, how much greater should the gap be between your vehicle and the vehicle in front compared to dry conditions?

What does Rule 109 state about traffic light signals and signs giving orders?

What must you ensure about your signals so that they are effective?

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