Study

Driver Theory 11

  •   0%
  •  0     0     0

      Back   Restart
  • When a driver is making a left-hand turn, what mirrors should they particularly concentrate on?
    The interior and left exterior mirror.
    The right exterior mirror.
    The interior and right exterior mirror.
    The interior mirror.
  • At what point is a vehicles load more likely to shift?
    When cornering
    When reversing
    When overtaking
    When braking gently
  • A driver is behind these 2 cars and wants to overtake. What must the driver consider before overtaking here?
    The driver's field of view is not enough to allow safe pass
    The driver of the silver car may decide to turn right
    The driver should overtake both cars together
    The roadway markings forbid overtaking here
  • When dealing with crash victims, remember A B C. What does A stand for?
    Arms
    Accident
    Assist
    Airway
  • What effect does drinking alcohol have on a driver?
    It reduces concentration.
    It improves coordination.
    It increases concentration.
    It increases awareness.
  • Which of the following affects the braking distance of a vehicle
    The brake pad clearance
    The power of the engine
    The use of unleaded petrol
    The speed and weight of a vehicle
  • Subject to the speed limit, what is the safest speed to drive at?
    Always try to drive at speed limit for rd that they are on.
    The speed that will help you stop within the distance ahead
    The speed of the slowest vehicle on the road.
    The speed of other road users, regardless of the speed limit
  • Where is a driver allowed to park?
    On a footpath.
    When not blocking other rd users their view of traffic signals /road ahead
    Where there is a continuous white line along the centre of the road.
    At road works.
  • What should a driver do if dazzled by headlights reflecting in the rear-view mirror of their car?
    Switch lights off and on to remind following driver to dip their lights.
    Turn on rear fog lights to signal to vehicle to turn off headlights.
    Adjust the mirror to reflect the light back towards the following driver.
    Use the night driving mode on their rear-view mirror.
  • When driving at night and blinded by the lights of an oncoming vehicle, what should a driver do?
    Repeatedly flash the headlights to warn the offending driver.
    Drive well to the left and maintain normal speed.
    Reduce speed and switch on the full headlights.
    Look towards the verge and slow down and stop if necessary.
  • What does a rev counter provide information on?
    Engine revolutions.
    Wheel revolutions.
    Heater-fan revolutions.
    Gear box revolutions.
  • What procedure should a driver follow when intending to overtake a cyclist travelling in the same direction up ahead?
    Indicate, check the mirror, move out and overtake when safe to do so
    Mirror check, indicate and move out when safe to do so.
    Mirror check, and move out to overtake without indicating
    Indicate, move out and check mirror for following traffic
  • What should a driver do if they see a school bus stopped on the nearside (left side) of the road ahead?
    Sound the horn as a warning and continue on.
    Reduce speed and overtake with caution.
    Signal and maintain current speed.
    Switch on hazard warning lights and stop behind the bus.
  • What should a driver do before starting a journey in adverse weather conditions?
    Increase tyre pressure to ensure better grip on the road.
    Check the weather forecast for the planned route.
    Reduce tyre pressures to ensure better grip on the road.
    Top up the windscreen washer reservoir with coolant.
  • What should a driver do when they see a slow moving vehicle up ahead being driven by a learner driver?
    Overtake the vehicle as quickly as possible.
    Maintain a distance behind to avoid undue pressure.
    Drive close behind the vehicle to show your intention to overtake.
    Drive close behind the vehicle to encourage the driver to pull in.
  • When do temporary speed limits apply at roadworks?
    Only when there is oncoming traffic.
    For the duration of the roadworks.
    During business hours only.
    Only when road workers are on site.
  • What is the max no. of passengers that may be carried in a vehicle driven by the holder of a Category B driving licence?
    7
    9
    10
    8
  • What should a driver do where a section of road ahead has a shallow flooded area?
    Increase speed and use a higher gear.
    Use a high gear and maintain the same speed keeping the engine revs low.
    Decrease speed and use a higher gear.
    Drive in a low gear as slowly as possible keeping the revs high.
  • What does this sign mean?
    River or unprotected quay ahead.
    Uneven road surface ahead.
    Steep ascent ahead.
    Steep descent ahead.
  • what does this sign mean?
    School ahead
    Be aware of children
    Pedestrian crossing ahead
    School children crossing ahead
  • In dry weather how might a driver judge what is a safe following distance to vehicle in front?
    By allowing at least two vehicle lengths between the vehicles.
    By using a fixed point and applying the two second rule.
    Allow a least two vehicle lengths for each kilometre per hour.
    Drive at the same speed as the vehicle in front.
  • What should a driver do to reduce the risk of neck injury in the event of a rear end collision
    Use a properly adjusted head restraint
    Use a properly adjusted seat belt
    Ensure the vehicle has anti-lock brakes
    Ensure the vehicle has a rear spoiler
  • what should a driver check regularly to make sure they have a good clear view o road when driving?
    There is enough fluid in the windscreen washer reservoir
    the windscreen to make sure it is free of scratches or holes
    the wiper blades
    The laminate on the windscreen
  • Under what circumstances would a driver increase the air pressure in the tyres?
    When taking a journey with additional passengers.
    When the journey exceeds 200 km.
    When higher speeds are anticipated on motorway driving.
    When the tread depth on the tyres is below 2 mm.
  • When driving on a country rd without footpaths, what should a driver expect coming towards them on their side of road?
    Motorcyclists
    Pedestrians
    Cyclists
    Tractors
  • What colour traffic light comes on after a non-flashing amber light?
    Flashing amber light.
    Green only.
    Red only.
    Flashing red light.
  • What should a driver do if involved in a collision with another vehicle where nobody is injured?
    Give their name and address only to the other person.
    Submit a written report to the Insurance Bureau of Ireland.
    Exchange no details but report the incident to the Gardaí.
    Exchange all relevant details with the other driver.
  • What does a 2-plus-1 road have?
    Two lanes for cars and one lane for trucks and buses.
    Barriers between lanes of traffic going in the same direction.
    Barriers between the hard shoulder and the verge.
    Two lanes of traffic in one direction and one in the opposite direction.
  • When should a driver use their vehicle?s hazard warning lights?
    When a following vehicle is too close.
    When causing an unavoidable obstruction.
    When the brake lights are not working.
    When double parking.
  • When is it safe for a driver to use the main beam headlights when driving at night?
    When there is no oncoming traffic.
    In built up areas where there is good street lighting
    This practice is not permitted.
    When following a vehicle a short distance ahead.
  • What should a driver do when driving at night on an unlit road?
    Drive close to the left and switch on front fog lights.
    Watch out for unlit cyclists.
    Drive at least 30 km/h below the posted speed limit.
    Keep well out from the left-hand side of the road.
  • Are there any occasions when a learner driver can drive unaccompanied?
    Yes, when driving to the test centre before the driving test.
    Yes, when meeting an approved driving instructor (ADI).
    Yes, after completing a driving test.
    No, learner drivers must be accompanied at all times by a qualified driver.
  • What does this sign mean?
    Slow lane ahead for heavy traffic
    Lay by Ahead
    Traffic should cross back to the left hand lane ahead
    Bend in the road to the left ahead
  • What specific observations should a driver make before reversing a vehicle fitted with external audible warning device?
    No specific observations needed, as bystanders will be aware of the vehicle
    Check the front, sides and rear of the vehicle, including blind spots.
    Observations should be made by opening the driver?s door and looking behind
    Observations should be made only in blind spots.
  • What should a driver do when overtaking parked vehicles in a residential area?
    Move as far to the right as possible
    Keep closed to parked cars to allow maximum room for oncoming traffic
    Allow sufficient clearance when passing
    Increase speed to overtake as quickly as possible
  • What should a driver do when overtaking parked vehicles in a residential area?
    Increase speed to overtake the vehicles as quickly as possible.
    Keep close to the parked vehicles allowing max room for oncoming traffic.
    Move as far to the right as possible.
    Allow sufficient clearance when passing.
  • What should a driver do when travelling on a country road with following traffic, and they meet pedestrians?
    Leave a minimum clearance of 30 centimetres.
    Gesture to the pedestrians to move in off the road.
    Signal their intention to overtake the pedestrians.
    Flash the lights to alert following traffic of a pedestrian on the road.
  • When must a tractor or works vehicle be fitted with a rear-view mirror?
    A rear-view mirror must always be fitted.
    A rear-view mirror must be fitted only when towing a trailer over 8m long.
    A rear-view mirror must always be fitted.
    A rear-view mirror is not required in a tractor or works vehicle.
  • Under what circumstances could both cross-ply and radial tyres be fitted to a vehicle?
    When towing a trailer in snow.
    When driving in slippery road conditions.
    When each type is fitted on a different axle.
    When heavy loads are being carried.
  • what does this sign mean?
    Traffic queues likely ahead
    2-way traffic
    Temporary traffic signals ahead
    Traffic signals ahead
    • Your experience on this site will be improved by allowing cookies.