Example Theory Tests In Ireland #62 / driverly

1. What must you do when exiting a motorway?

Signal in good time.

Maintain the speed limit of the motorway.

Follow the speed limit of the road are driving onto.

Check all mirrors.

2. You are driving behind a cyclist who is about to pass out a parked car, there is no approaching traffic - what should you do?

Flash your lights at the cyclist.

Overtake before the cyclist can.

Pull in behind the parked car until it's safe to pull out again.

Let the cyclist overtake first.

3. You are driving and your vehicle goes into a rear-wheel sideways skid?

Continually pump the accelerator.

Steer the steering wheel in the opposite direction to the rear wheels.

Slowly steer the steering wheel to the same direction the rear wheels are going.

Continually press the brake.

4. What is the meaning of this sign?

No motorcycles may be parked here.

Can't park here if your vehicle is under the weight shown.

Can't park here if your vehicle is over the weight shown.

Can't park here if you're vehicle is above the height shown.

5. When can both radial and cross-ply tyres be fitted to a vehicle?

If your vehicle is new.

If the tyres are fitted to a different axle.

This is not possible.

If your vehicle is larger than most others.

6. What should you do if you come to a set of traffic lights that aren't working?

Stop completely until the traffic lights start working again.

Slow down and drive slowly through the junction while watching for other vehicles.

Speed up to get through the junction as quickly as possible.

Approach with extra care amd only continue if it's safe to do so.

7. How might driving on icy roads effect your vehicle?

It will be easier to control overall.

It is likely to skid.

It will improve your steering ability.

It will not effect it.

8. What is the purpose of the engine oil filter?

It stops water from going into the engine.

It stops sediment from circulating in the oil.

It stops dirt building up on your engine.

It reduces damage and wear and tear on the engine.

9. Can you put green (rebated) diesel in your car and drive it on a public road?

Yes, if you drive on rural roads only.

Only if driving slowly.

No, you cannot use green diesel in any car.

Yes, you can use green diesel on a public road.

10. 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.

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

Stop in a safe place and get some fresh air and stretch your legs.

Drink coffee or other caffeintaed beverage.

Turn the radio up loud.

Keep driving you will eventually feel more alert.

12. How would you know if there's black ice on the road?

The road surface will feel 'bumpy'.

Road noise will be quieter and your steering will feel lighter.

Road noise will sound louder and you're steering will seem more difficult to turn.

You will hear a loud pop.

13. What danger may occur when driving in snow (other than skidding)?

Your tyre grip on the road will be reduced.

You are more likely to get a flat tyre.

You may lose control of your vehicle.

Road markings and road signs may be hidden by the snow.

14. Where may you find your vehicles gross weight?

On your sun visor.

In your drivers handbook.

On the wheel arch.

Under the bonnet.

15. What precaution should you take before towing a caravan?

Fit extended wing mirrors to the vehicle that will be doing the towing.

Check that your indicator lights are working.

Make sure your tax disc isn't expired.

Call your insurance company.

16. What should you do if intending to make a right turn at this junction?

Let the red car continue.

Pull into the right.

Indicate before turning right.

Speed up and pass out the red car.

17. What should you do in this instance?

Honk your horn to alert the children.

Speed up and overtake the children.

Slow down and be prepared to brake suddenly.

Stop until the children have passed.

18. What must a driver be aware of if they see horses with riders on the road?

That horses are not permitted on public roads.

That the noise of their vehicle may frighten the horse and cause it to make a sudden movement.

That the horse may get angry.

That the horse may jump on their car.

19. If it has been raining heavily why must you keep a bigger distance from the vehicle in front?

It will be harder to see other vehicles lights.

Because your windscreen will be covered in water.

You don't need to maintain a bigger distance.

Wheel spray from the vehicle in front will reduce visibility and your stopping distance is increased.

20. Accelerating too harshly may affect your fuel consumption how?

Increases fuel consumption.

Stabilises fuel consumption.

It doesn’t affect it.

Reduces fuel consumption.

21. How regularly should you check your vehicles tyre pressure?

You should check it at regular intervals.

One time per month.

Every day.

Two times a year.

22. If you are involved in a crash and you think the other driver was at fault, what should you do?

Call the Gardai.

Write down the other vehicles license plate number.

Stop your vehicle and swap insurance and contact details with the other party.

Take photos and call emergency services.

23. What must you remember when parking on a two way street, facing uphill?

To turn your steering wheel to the left.

To park close to other vehicles.

To engage your emergency brake.

To turn your steering wheel to the right.

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. When should you use coolant or antifreeze?

In Summer only.

Throughout the year.

In Winter only.

Only when the temperature falls below 0 Celsius.

26. If driving on a dual carrigaeway, what lane should you be in?

The left lane unless you wish to overtake or make a right turn.

The right lane.

It doesn't matter what lane you're in.

The centre lane.

27. You want to complete a U-turn, what should you do?

Look in front and behind for any traffic.

Speed up and complete the U-turn as quickly as possible.

Look in your rear mirror only.

Stop your vehicle and indicate to let other drivers know.

28. Can you leave a child in your vehicle unattended?

Never.

For 15 minutes only.

For 45 minutes only.

For 10 minutes only.

29. What is the meaning of this sign?

Two-way system in operation.

Furthest left lane is closed.

Pedestrian crossing ahead.

You must switch to the left lane.

30. What situation may occur after you brake suddenly?

You may lose control of the vehicle.

An oncoming vehicle may crash into you.

Another vehicle may crash into you from behind.

Your brakes may make a squeaking sound.

Example Test #62