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Example Test #12

1. If you use your indicator and hear a quicker clicking noise than normal, what does it mean?
Your battery is too low.

One of your indicator bulbs has blown.

This is a normal noise, don't be alarmed.

You are almost out of fuel.

2. What is the meaning of this sign?
The motorway ends ahead.

The motorway ends in 500 metres.

There are traffic queues likely to be up ahead.

There is an a motorway entrance ahead.

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3. How should you perform a turnabout safely?
Look in all mirrors first.

Speed up and turn as fast as you can.

Look all around for traffic and complete the turnabout efficiently while still keeping an eye on the road.

Slow down, look in side mirrors only and make the turn.

4. Can you drive a vehicle with broken brake lights on a public road?
No.

Yes if driving on motorways only.

Yes.

Yes, if driving in the day only.

5. What is the meaning of this hand signal?
The cyclist wants to make a left turn.

The cyclist wants to slow down or come to a complete stop.

The cyclists want to go straight ahead.

The cyclist wants to make a right turn.

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6. If attaching a trailer to your vehicle, what must you check?
That all your tyres are infalted.

That your indicators are working.

Ensure the load is evenly distributed.

That your licence plate can be seen clearly other vehicles.

7. How much clearance should you give to a parked vehicle?
3 feet.

The width of two car doors.

The length of an average car.

The width of one car door.

8. Why shouldn't you drive too close to the vehicl in front?
You won't be able to see in your blind spots.

You won't be able to see pedestrians and cyclists ahead.

You won't be able to see other vehicles indicating.

You won't have a safe stopping distnace in case you need to brake suddenly.

9. What is the meaning of this sign?
You are approaching a flagman.

You are approaching roadworks.

School ahead.

The road ahead is uneven.

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10. What is the meaning of this hand signal?
The driver wants to make a right turn.

The driver wants to reduce speed or stop.

The driver wants to make a left turn.

The driver wants to move out or make a right turn.

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11. If your tyre gets a puncture on a motorway, what should you do?
Pull in safely to the hard shoulder and call the Gardai.

Pull in and change the tyre.

Stop in your lane and call for help.

Try to get other drivers to stop and assist.

12. If your brake pedal feels too soft or "spongy", what does it mean?
There is an error with your brake fluid system.

Your oil levels have become too low.

That you need to take your vehicle to a mechanic.

There is dirt or debris stuck to the brake pad.

13. Describe the meaning of this hand signal
The driver wishes to make a left turn.

The driver wishes to drive out or take a right turn.

The driver wishes to reduce speed or come to a complete stop.

The driver wishes to drive straight.

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14. You are driving on a road with many potholes and there is a cyclist in front of you, what should you do?
Stay close to the cyclist.

Speed up and drive next to the cyclist.

Maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist in case he/she suddenly swerves around a pothole.

Speed up and pass out the cyclist.

15. Ensuring to follow the speed limit, what is considered the safest speed to drive?
Always drive at a speed that allows you to stop at a safe distance from the vehicle or anything else in front of them.

At a manageable speed so that you can check your mirrors as needed.

You should just copy the same speed as other vehicles on the road.

A faster speed than other vehicles so that you can overtake them.

16. When must you display a current tax disc on a new vehicle?
If driving in rural areas.

All the time.

If driving on a motorway.

You don't need to display a tax disc.

17. How would you know if a bulb in your side light has broken?
A mechanic would need to tell you.

By turning your lights on an off.

Testing your lights when it's dark.

By getting out of the vehicle to see if they are working or asking someone to check.

18. What do you need to be aware of when driving over road lines or arrows?
Your car may drive slower.

Your tyre grip will be reduced (especially in wet weather).

Your steering may feel lighter.

Your tyre pressure may be increased.

19. How might driving too fast affect your vehicles road holding?
It triples your road holding ability.

It increases your road holding ability.

Your road holding ability will be lower than if you were driving at the speed limit.

It doesn't effect it.

20. What vehicles can use a with-flow bus lane during specific hours?
Cyclists, taxis and buses.

Pedestrians and cyclists.

Both cyclists and taxis.

Only cyclists.

21. What should the driver in the centre lane (who intends to drive straight ahead) do in this situation?
Speed up to pass out the vehicle in front.

Switch to the right lane.

Reduce speed and let the vehicle in front switch lanes.

Switch to the left lane.

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22. What is the meaning of this sign?
Next exit in 300 metres.

Next exit in 200 metres.

Next exit in 70 metres.

Next exit in 100 metres.

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23. What is the meaning of this light?
Your high beam headlights are on.

Your hazard lights are on.

Your directional indicator is switched on.

Your fuel is low.

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24. You are driving in a narrow gap with vehicles parked on the left and oncoming vehicles on the right, what should you do?
Signal left and stop if needed to let the oncoming vehicles pass you.

Signal right and stop if needed to let the oncoming vehicles pass you.

Drive onto the footpath until the road is clear.

Speed up so that you can get through the narrow gap as quickly as possible.

25. You want to turn right off a minor road onto a dual-carriageway that has a median strip, what should you do?
Keep to the right and make the turn when the route ahead is clear.

Drive onto the dual-carriageway at speed.

Wait and only drive ahead when it is safe to do so.

Slow down and proceed carefully.

26. What is the meaning of this sign?
The central reserves or obstruction ends.

Warning of traffic congestion ahead.

The left lane is closed.

The central reserve or obstruction begins.

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27. How should you approach a vehicle that is swerving from side to side in front of you?
Make note of the license plate and call the Gardai.

Maintain a safe distance until you can safely overtake.

Call the Gardai.

Call emergency services.

28. You are driving behind a bus on an icy stretch of road, what do you need to allow for?
Allow for a larger braking distance.

A slower speed.

That you may suddenly lose control of your vehicle.

Get closer to allow for a smaller braking distance.

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29. If you drive from a bright road into a heavily shaded road, how might this effect your driving?
It won't effect your driving.

You will need to remove your sunglasses.

Your visibility will be better than normal.

Your visibility will be reduced.

30. If you are carrying young children in your vehicle, what do you need to do?
Call your insurance company and let them know.

Drive faster so that you can get to your destination quicker.

Ensure every child is wearing a seatbelt or seated in an appropriate carseat.

Drive more slowly.