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No.7 Driver Theory

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  • How can sunlight affect visibility in a car with grimy windows?
    <b>It can cause objects to seem closer than they are</b>
    It can enhance visibility
    It can seriously reduce visibility
    It can cause objects to seem further away than they are
  • If the vehicle's oil pressure gauge is reading low or the red oil-pressure warning light comes on, what should you do?
    Drive at a faster pace to reach the destination before the oil runs out
    Drive to a safe space, stop the vehicle and check the oil level
    Drive at lower speeds <b>until the oil level is topped up</b>
    Drive in a low gear until the oil level is topped up
  • What roads are learner permit drivers allowed to drive on?
    All roads except national roads
    All roads except dual-carriageways
    All roads except motorways and dual-carriageways
    All roads except motorways
  • How should a driver in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes (ABS) deal with a front wheel straight line skid?
    Press and release the footbrake at rapid intervals
    Turn the steering wheel gently from side to side
    Press in clutch and release accelerator
    Pull the handbrake and hold the footbrake down
  • Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency?
    Mountain Rescue
    Fire Brigade
    Doctor on Call
    Breakdown Recovery
  • What may happen if the vehicle's engine oil is not changed as required?
    The vehicle's fuel consumption may decrease
    The engine may overheat
    Parts of the engine may suffer increased wear
    <b>The vehicle's fuel consumption may increase</b>
  • What is good basic first aid for a person who has been burned?
    Remove clothing covering the burn
    Apply grease to the burn
    Apply cold water to the burn
    Apply hot water to the burn
  • How should a driver overtake the cyclist in this situation?
    Overtake the cyclist, but without crossing any of the lines
    By straddling both lanes and keeping close to the cyclist
    By sounding the horn to let the cyclist know they intend to pass
    By crossing the broken white line
  • What does this sign mean?
    Two-way traffic system
    Contra-flow bus lane
    Double decker buses only
    With-flow bus lane
  • How do you make sure your car is parked safely?
    Don't park it where it could endanger other road users
    Park your vehicle opposite another vehicle on a narrow road
    Drive into parking space as quickly as possible
    Avoid reversing your vehicle into a space
  • If the vehicle's windows are covered with ice, what should the driver do?
    Drive slowly until the heater and demister have cleared the ice
    Clear enough space in the windscreen to be able to see ahead
    Use boiling water to clear the ice
    Fully clear ice from all windows
  • What should a driver do when approaching a humpback hill?
    The driver should reduce speed, keep to the left and be alert for hazards
    Driver should move to centre of the road to avoid vehicles parked on left
    The driver should maintain normal speed and road position
    The driver should increase speed and make progress over the humpback hill
  • What should a driver be aware of in this situation?
    The pedestrian has the right of way to cross in front of traffic
    The tram may move away without warning
    There is no danger as the tram in on the rails
    The pedestrian may leave the traffic island without paying attention
  • What should drivers be aware of if they meet horses with riders on the road?
    That loud noises from their vehicle may startle horse and cause to bolt
    Drivers should know that horse riders must dismount when cars pass
    That loud noises from their vehicle will not frighten horses
    Drivers should be aware all horse riders are experienced at handling horses
  • If there is no footpath, where must a pedestrian walk?
    1 metre from the edge of the road
    There is no regulation
    Right hand side of the road
    Left hand side of the road
  • What is the effect of an incorrectly adjusted driver's seat?
    It can delay the driver from operating a control
    It gives the driver a better view in the rear view mirror
    It improves the drivers ability to operate the clutch
    It enables the driver to relax more on a long journey
  • If a driver notices that structural parts of their vehicle's body is affected by rust, what should they do?
    Treat the area with grease andpaint over it
    Have paint sprayed over it of the same colour
    Have it repaired by a competent repair shop
    Have it sandpapered and keep the affected area dry
  • Can An Gárda Síochána conduct roadside testing for drugs and alcohol in the mornings?
    No, they can't check until after lunch time
    They can check for alcohol only
    Yes, they can check at any time
    They can check for drugs only
  • What should a driver do if dazzled by lights at night reflected in their interior mirror?
    Switch on the hazard lights
    Switch on the rear fog lights
    Temporarily adjust the angle of the mirror
    Adjust the mirror to reflect the light back towards the following driver
  • What should a driver do when approaching traffic lights stuck on red?
    Check there are no oncoming cars and increase speed
    Stop and proceed with great caution
    Indicate and increase speed
    Sound the horn and proceed ahead.
  • What should a driver do when there is a sharp dip in the road ahead?
    Move to the centre of the road in order to avoid vehicles parked on left
    Increase speed and make progress through dip
    Pull in, stop and switch on hazard lights
    Reduce speed, keep to the left and be alert for hazards ahead
  • If driving a vehicle with automatic transmission, what in particular should a driver be aware of?
    That wheel-spin occurs more often
    That driving on a motorway is not permitted
    That the gear box may overheat while being driven in low gear
    That engine braking power is reduced
  • What does this sign mean?
    No right turn
    Turn right if there is no oncoming traffic
    Cul-de-sac to the right
    Yield to other traffic when turning right
  • What should a driver do if they intend to reverse their vehicle into an area which they cannot see?
    Look in nearside (left) mirror when reversing
    Open driver's door and look behind
    Ask someone to guide you when reversing
    Open driver's window and look behind
  • If the owner of the vehicle allows a learner driver drive their vehicle, what is the maximum fine the owner could face?
    €2000
    €1500
    €500
    €1000
  • What does this sign mean?
    Parking only inside the white line
    Tram lane on right
    Tram lane on left
    With-flow bus lane ahead
  • What should a driver do when continuing straight ahead in the middle lane?
    Slow down and allow the driver in front to change lanes
    Overtake the vehicles quickly on the right hand side
    Take position in the R/H lane even if proceeding straight ahead
    Take any lane as convenient
  • After changing a wheel on a vehicle, which of the following should be checked soon afterwards?
    The tyre tread depth
    The wheel nuts
    The brake pad clearance
    The air valve
  • Along with an impairment test, what may a Gárda request if they suspect a driver of driving under influence of drugs?
    A Saliva sample
    Drivers Licence
    An insurance cert
    A breath sample
  • When a driver operates the indicator switch and hears a more rapid clicking noise than normal, What does this mean?
    The hazard warning light switch is faulty
    The hazard warning
    The voltage regulator is not functioning properly
    An indicator bulb may have blown
  • When calling for help on an emergency telephone on the motorway, who does the call go to?
    National Safety Council
    National Roads Authority
    The Gardaí
    Road Safety Authority
  • What does this sign mean?
    Traffic merging from the right
    End of dual carriageway ahead
    Traffic from the left has priority
    Traffic merging from left
  • When a driver is at a junction where visibility is extremely limited, what should the driver do?
    Sound the horn and proceed quickly
    Drive the front of the vehicle out onto the rd so other drivers see you
    Seek help from a passer-by
    Move out with extreme care, watching carefully to the left and right
  • How should a driver react to an emergency services vehicles with flashing blue lights and/or sirens on?
    Only move aside if it's an ambulance
    Check their mirrors before looking for a safe space to move aside
    Mount kerb on offside of the road to make room
    Brake suddenly and stop to avoid causing obstruction
  • Which action contributes to Eco-driving?
    Reducing tyre pressure
    Braking harshly
    Driving in a low gear at high speed
    Looking ahead and anticipating
  • What does this sign mean?
    <b>unguarded level crossing ahead</b>
    Low bridge ahead
    Guarded level crossing ahead
    T-Junction with a dual carriageway ahead
  • What is the main difference between driving on a motorway and driving on other types of road?
    Traffic is generally permitted to travel at a higher speed on a motorway
    Learner permit holders must be accompanied by a full licence holder
    <b>Traffic generally travels at lower speeds on a m/way than on dual carriage</b>
    Traffic travelling at 120km/h must only use the outside lane of a motorway
  • What does this sign mean?
    Cross road with major road ahead
    T-Junction ahead with roads of major importance
    Road passing under a bridge ahead
    Cross roads with dual carriageway ahead
  • When should a driver use the vehicle's rear view mirror?
    Before reversing only
    When changing direction
    Before switching on the rear demister
    Before moving off only
  • What does this sign mean?
    Beware of vehicle with wide load
    Tunnel ends ahead
    Dual carriage way ends ahead
    End of central reservation or obstruction