Example Theory Tests In Ireland #26 / driverly

1. You are driving behind a bus that is indicating left but there is oncoming traffic, what should you do?

Keep close to the bus until it turns.

Speed up and overtake the bus on the left.

Maintain a safe distance behind the bus and let it turn.

Speed up and overtake the bus on the right.

2. What is the purpose of ABS?

It increases fuel efficiency.

It makes braking more difficult.

It makes the engine more efficient.

It stops your wheels from locking if you brake too harshly.

3. What is the maximum speed limit for cars or motorcycles on a single carriageway national road?

90 km/h.

120 km/h.

80 km/h.

100 km/h.

4. You are driving a tractor with a trailer attached, how should you enter a roundabout to prevent possible roll-over?

Use your handbrake.

Slow down.

Speed up and overtake other vehicles in your way.

Keep driving as normal.

5. A car is driven by someone other than the owner, but has the owners consent. Whose responsibility is the insurance of the vehicle?

The owner of the vehicle.

Both parties involved – the owner and the driver.

The insurance company.

The person driving in this instance.

6. You are driving on a rural road that has no footpath, what must you look out for on your side of the road?

Pedestrians.

Farm vehicles (e.g. a tractor).

Horses.

Cattle.

7. What is the meaning of these signs when seen together?

Parking not allowed at times displayed on the sign.

No parking at any time.

Taxi rank.

Parking allowed only at times indicated on the sign.

8. The silver car is passing out the red car, what should you (the driver) do in this instance?

Keep driving carefully.

Stop and exit the car to get the ball.

Slow down and be prepared to brake.

Speed up so the ball doesn't hit your vehicle.

9. If you are driving and become dazzled by headlights in your rear-view mirror, what should you do?

Switch your rear-view mirror to night driving mode.

Turn on your hazard lights to let the driver behind know their lights are too bright.

Indicate to let the driver behind know their lights are too bright.

Switch off all your lights.

10. 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.

11. What is the meaning of this exhaust?

Overtake on the left only.

No left turn.

Continue straight.

No right turn.

12. What is the meaning of this road marking?

You cannot cross over the broken white line unless you consider it safe.

Stay to the left of the line.

Overtaking allowed if it is safe.

No overtaking allowed.

13. You want to drive somebody elses vehicle but are unsure if ou are insured to drive it, what should you do?

Call your insurance company to check if you are legally covered to drive other vehicles.

Call the tax office.

Drive it, you don't need to contact anyone.

Get permission from the owner of the other vehicle.

14. You are driving and come to an obstacle, what should you do?

Pump the accelerator continuously.

Pump the braek continuously.

Press the brake firmly and hold position.

Switch to a low gear.

15. Why is it dangerous to use the handbrake when driving fast?

Your rear wheels may lock causing your vehicle to skid out of control.

Your front wheels may lock causing your vehicle to skid out of control.

You may blowout your front tyres.

Your vehicle may come to a full stop and throw any passengers forward.

16. If you start to feel drowsy whilst driving, what should you do?

Keep driving.

Stop in a safe place and get some fresh air and stretch your legs. Get a caffeine drink if possible.

You should have some water.

Eat something.

17. If a vehicle cuts in front of you too soon, what could happen?

It wouldn't make any difference.

The other vehicles exhaust fumes migt make you feel ill.

It may block your view of the road.

You could crash into said vehicle.

18. An adult passenger should wear a seatbelt in what situation(s)?

When driving on motorways only.

All the time.

When driving on rural roads only.

When driving at night.

19. What faulty part of your vehicle may cause uneven or excessive tyre wear?

A faulty battery.

An over-inflated tyre.

A worn suspension.

Low oil levels.

20. What is the meaning of this hand signal?

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

The cyclist wants to move straight ahead.

The cyclist wants to reduce speed or stop.

The cyclist wants to make a right turn.

21. How might a wet road effect your braking ability?

It increases your fuel consumption.

It doesn't effect the braking ability.

It doubles your stopping distance.

It quadruples your stopping distance.

22. You are driving and the bus in front of you is indicating to turn left but there is oncoming traffic, what should you do?

Overtake the bus on the left.

Keep really close behind the bus.

Overtake the bus on the hard shoulder.

Maintain a safe distance behind the bus until it has turned.

23. What is the meaning of this sign?

The surface ahead may be slippery.

There may be loose chippings on the road ahead.

Road surface ahead may be uneven.

There is a steep hill ahead.

24. What will happen if two cars crash head-on?

All occupants will be thrown forward.

The front of each vehicle will be damaged but the occupants will be okay.

All occupants will be thrown backwards.

All occupants will be thrown to the right.

25. What is the safest way to drive at night?

Drive the speed limit at all times.

Drive in the right lane.

Drive at a safe speed that will enable you to maintain a safe stopping distance.

Drive with your full headlights on.

26. You are driving a tractor on a slippery road, should you use the grass verge to improve your road holding?

Only in an emergency.

No.

Yes, but during the day only.

Yes, this is the best action to take.

27. If replacing the wheel on your vehicle how should you tighten the wheel nuts?

You don't need to tighten them.

Diagonally.

Loosely.

Anti-clockwise.

28. What must you do if traffic is stopped in a tunnel?

Turn off all vehicle lights.

Drive into the right lane.

Turn on your hazard lights.

Turn off your engine.

29. Your tyre blows-out while driving, what should you do?

Drive off to the hard shoulder.

Turn on your hazard lights and stop immediately.

Keep the same speed and turn off at the next exit.

Stop your vehicle slowly and carefully using the brake.

30. In what instance are children allowed to stand on their seat and put their head through the open sun roof?

Never.

If the car is a vintage series.

If an adult is holding their legs.

If the sun roof is only opened half-way.

Example Test #26