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Car Theory Full Practice Test

Welcome to the 'Car Practice Test'

This practice test will select 50 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 57 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz, with a hint available on each question should you need it.

Each question is representative of the type used by the DVSA for your real theory exam.

Instructions:

The test will begin after you select the 'Next' button below.
For each question, choose from the four multiple choice answers provided.
Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
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[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs means no entry to all vehicles?

Hint

[Safety Margin]

Why should you reduce your speed when travelling in foggy conditions?

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

To reduce fuel consumption.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

Hint

[Rules of the Road]

Which of these road markings indicate that no parking or waiting is allowed during times indicated on a nearby sign?

Hint

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

When should you NOT reverse from a side road into a main road?

If you don't have another person acting as a guide.

When a pedestrian is waiting to cross the road.

At any time.

If there is traffic on the main road.

Hint

[Rules of the Road]

Which road marking along the road is used to separate traffic lanes or to protect traffic turning into a side road?

Hint

[Attitude]

You are waiting at a pelican crossing and the signals start flashing amber as pictured. You do not see any pedestrians. You should:

Use your horn to alert any pedestrians to your presence.

Proceed with caution in case pedestrians appear.

Proceed at normal speed as you have right of way.

Stop at the crossing and wait for the green light.

Hint

[Attitude]

Ice and snowy weather has been forecasted. You should: (Select all that apply)

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Allow more time for your journey.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

At a toucan or puffin crossing, which traffic light will follow the solid red signal?

Solid green signal.

Red and amber signals together.

Solid amber signal.

Flashing amber signal.

Hint

[Rules of the Road]

You are waiting at a pelican crossing and the signals are showing red as pictured. You do not see any pedestrians. You should:

Proceed at normal speed as you have right of way.

Use your horn to alert any pedestrians to your presence.

Stop at the crossing and wait for the signal to change.

Proceed with caution in case pedestrians appear.

Hint

10.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

No entry to all traffic.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

Tunnel ahead.

Stop at the junction.

Hint

11.

[Vehicle Handling]

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle travelling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this reduce your control of the vehicle? (Check all that apply)

You can no longer hear the engine.

Engine braking is eliminated.

Speed will increase when travelling downhill.

More fuel is consumed.

Hint

12.

[Rules of the Road]

Single-track roads are only wide enough for one vehicle. If you see an oncoming vehicle, you should:

Stop your vehicle and expect the other driver to reverse out of the way.

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

Pull into a passing place on your left or wait by a passing place on your right. If necessary, reverse to the nearest place.

Keep going if travelling down hill as you have right of way.

Hint

13.

[Alertness]

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Give a false sense of confidence.

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Make you a better driver.

Hint

14.

[Safety Margin]

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Allow plenty of space.

Use your horn.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Hint

15.

[Vehicle Handling]

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle travelling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Steering response may be reduced.

Steering control will improve.

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Hint

16.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You are driving your car along a wet road. Spray from the road is limiting your visibility. You should:

Speed up get through the wet area.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the road to dry.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Hint

17.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs designates a bus and cycle ONLY road with no other vehicular traffic allowed?

Hint

18.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

In windy weather, a high-sided vehicle in front is overtaking a cyclist. What should you do?

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

Use your horn.

Hint

19.

[Rules of the Road]

A cycle lane runs along side the road. You:

MUST NOT drive or park in a cycle lane marked by a BROKEN white line.

MUST NOT drive or park in a cycle lane marked by a SOLID white line.

CAN park in any cycle lane.

CAN drive in any cycle lane.

Hint

20.

[Vehicle Handling]

Accelerating very quickly on a wet or icy road may cause:

The vehicle to speed up normally.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Better steering control.

Hint

21.

[Rules of the Road]

Which road marking along the centre of the road marks where you may overtake ONLY if the broken lines are on your side of the road.

Hint

22.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

As a warning to you that you're travelling too closely.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

Hint

23.

[Vehicle Handling]

If your vehicle's engine is running, you MUST NOT:

Leave your vehicle unattended.

Switch it off if you're waiting to pick someone up.

Rev the engine to warm it up.

Clean any ice of the windows.

Hint

24.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

Road exit 100 yards ahead.

Restricted traffic.

Tunnel ahead.

National speed limit applies.

Hint

25.

[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 60 mph (96 km/h) on a dry road is 73 metres (240 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in ICY conditions??

1100 metres (3600 feet)

1460 metres (4790 feet)

730 metres (2400 feet)

910 metres (3000 feet)

Hint

26.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

As a warning to you that you're travelling too closely.

Hint

27.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, what should you do if you see this sign?

Move into the closed lane to get around traffic.

Move out of the closed lane into one that is open.

Leave the motorway at the next exit.

Speed up to get by the obstruction as quickly as possible.

Hint

28.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When given by a person authorised to direct traffic, which the following signals means to stop?

Hint

29.

[Hazard Awareness]

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Hint

30.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When towing a caravan or trailer, what is the maximum speed for a car or motorcycle on a single carriageway road?

60 mph (96 km/h)

40 mph (64 km/h)

50 mph (80 km/h)

70 mph (112 km/h)

Hint

31.

[Attitude]

Another road user pulls out of a junction into your path. You should:

Use your horn to let them know you're annoyed.

Flash your headlights at the other road user to get them to accelerate more quickly.

Travel as closely as possible behind them to let them know you want to overtake.

Slow down and hold back to allow them to get clear.

Hint

32.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

A person authorised to direct traffic is standing at a road intersection and is holding out their hand towards you as shown in the picture. You should:

Turn around and find an alternative route.

Speed up to avoid causing traffic congestion.

Stop at the intersection and wait until directed to proceed.

Slow down and proceed cautiously. Prepare to stop if directed to do so.

Hint

33.

[Alertness]

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the motorway.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Hint

34.

[Vehicle Handling]

When towing, you MUST NOT: (Select all that apply)

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Secure your load.

Tow more than your licence permits.

Hint

35.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

An emergency vehicle with 'DOCTOR' written down the side is approaching you. How do you know if it is responding to an emergency call?

It has a flashing red beacon.

It has a flashing yellow beacon.

It has a flashing blue beacon.

It has a flashing green beacon.

Hint

36.

[Hazard Awareness]

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Hint

37.

[Vehicle Handling]

If you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Hint

38.

[Rules of the Road]

You are travelling straight ahead through a roundabout. You should:

Not use your signals at all.

Signal right when on the roundabout then left to leave.

Signal left before you leave.

Signal left before and on the roundabout.

Hint

39.

[Attitude]

You are approaching a zebra crossing and you see pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross. You should:

Stop if the yellow lights are flashing.

Stop and wave the pedestrians to cross.

Stop at the crossing to allow the pedestrians to cross.

Speed up to get through more quickly.

Hint

40.

[Rules of the Road]

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Allow access into and from sideroads.

Be aware of cyclists and motorcycles passing between vehicles.

Block other vehicles from feeding onto the road from a slip road.

Use your horn to speed the traffic up.

Hint

41.

[Alertness]

In England and Wales, you MUST NOT drive with BREATH alcohol level higher than:

30ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

20ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

10ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

35ug (micrograms) alcohol per 100ml of breath

Hint

42.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

What colour beacon does a mountain rescue vehicle display if it is responding to an emergeny call?

Red

Amber

Blue

Green

Hint

43.

[Rules of the Road]

What color road stud or cat's eye indicates the edge of the main carriageway at lay-bys and slip roads?

Amber

Red

Green

Green/Yellow

Hint

44.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

A lane runs along the side of the road and is marked by this road sign and a solid white line on the road. You:

CAN park in any cycle lane.

MUST NOT drive or park in a cycle lane marked by a SOLID white line.

CAN drive in any cycle lane.

CAN drive AND park in a cycle lane marked by a SOLID white line.

Hint

45.

[Attitude]

A road user in front of you is travelling slowly. You should:

Travel as closely as possible behind them to let them know you want to overtake.

Wait patiently at a safe distance behind them. Overtake when it is safe to do so.

Flash your headlights to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Use your horn to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Hint

46.

[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 40 mph (64 km/h) on a dry road is 36 metres (118 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in WET weather?

72 metres (236 feet)

36 metres (115 feet)

54 metres (177 feet)

90 metres (295 feet)

Hint

47.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

What should you do if you see elderly people crossing the road ahead?

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

Slow down and prepare to stop. Be patient and allow them to finish crossing.

Hint

48.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Open the car windows.

Open the car doors.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

Hint

49.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

You see a vehicle with a flashing blue beacon. What type of vehicle could it be? (Select all that apply)

Doctor's car

Breakdown recovery

Ambulance

Mountain Rescue

Hint

50.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

This road sign has been covered in snow. What does it indicate?

No entry.

Stop at the junction.

Road works ahead.

Give way to traffic on the main road.

Hint

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