Driver Theory Test 1

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What does an anti-lock braking system (ABS) do?

A. ABS ensures that airbags are deployed after a collision.

B. ABS ensures that brake fluid levels never fall below the required level.

C. ABS locks the brakes when required to prevent skidding.

D. ABS prevents the wheels from locking under harsh braking conditions.

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When a driver operates the indicator switch and hears a more rapid clicking noise than normal

A. The hazard warning lights switch is faulty.

B. An indicator bulb may have blown.

C. The hazard warning lights are on.

D. The car battery may be running low.

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What should the driver do in this situation?

A. The driver should yield to the van on the right.

B. The driver should yield to both the cyclist and the van.

C. The driver should yield to the cyclist.

D. The driver should continue ahead with caution.

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What should a driver do if there are children playing at the end of the road?

A. Sound the horn to warn the children of an approaching car.

B. Slow down and anticipate them moving onto the road.

C. Reduce speed, drive cautiously, and remain ready to brake.

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What should a driver be alert to in this area?

A. Parked vehicles are likely to pull out unexpectedly.

B. Pedestrians may cross between parked cars.

C. There are restricted parking spaces.

D. Motorbikes are likely to be weaving through traffic.

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What should a driver be alert to in this area?

A. Parked vehicles are likely to pull out unexpectedly.

B. Pedestrians may cross between parked cars.

C. There are restricted parking spaces.

D. Motorbikes are likely to be weaving through traffic.

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What should the car driver do in this situation?

A. The car driver may turn in front of the other two cars.

C. The car driver must yield to the red car.

C. The car driver must yield to the blue car.

D. The car driver must yield to all other traffic.

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What should the car driver do in this situation?

A. The car driver should proceed with caution.

B. The car driver must allow the motorcycle to proceed.

C. The car driver must allow the bus to pass.

D. The car driver cannot turn right until the motorcycle and bus have passed.

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What should the driver do in this situation?

A. The driver should proceed as normal as the yellow car has to yield.

B. The driver should wait for the yellow car to stop.

C. The driver should turn right after the yellow car has passed.

D. The driver must yield to the yellow car on the roundabout.

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When approaching the pedestrian crossing, what should the driver do in this situation?

A. Maintain speed because the pedestrians may not cross.

B. Sound the horn to let the pedestrians know that a vehicle is approaching.

C. Accelerate before the pedestrians begin to cross, avoiding a risky situation for everybody.

D. Slow down in good time and prepare to stop.

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What must a driver be prepared for in this situation?

A. A child could turn back to collect the ball from the road.

B. The ball could roll into the path of your wheels, so steer carefully.

C. Avoid the ball as it has the potential to damage your vehicle’s suspension.

D. Avoid the ball as if it rebounds, and hits another car, you are legally liable for damages.

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What should the car driver do in this situation?

A. The cyclist can turn right before the cyclist if they indicate.

B. The driver has the right of way and can proceed with caution.

C. The driver must allow the cyclist to proceed.

D. If the driver reaches the corner first, they have the right of way.

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As the driver of the car, which conduct is correct?

A. The driver must yield to the motorcyclist.

B. The driver must slow down and beckon the motorcyclist forward.

C. The driver must yield to all traffic on the left.

D. The driver may proceed with caution.

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What is the correct action to take in this situation?

Accelerate to pass the children quickly and avoid the danger.

Keep a close eye on the children and be prepared to brake when required.

Sound the horn to warn the children of an approaching vehicle.

Continue as normal, exercising the usual caution.

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When may you pass another vehicle on the left-hand side?

A driver is never permitted to overtake on the left.

Only when the vehicle ahead has stopped on the road.

When the vehicle ahead is signalling to turn left or in slow moving lanes of traffic.

When there is oncoming traffic on the right.

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What lights should a vehicle show at dusk?

There are no specific rules.

Full headlights.

Dipped headlights.

Fog lights.

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When should a driver used dipped headlights?

From just after dusk to just before dawn.

Outside of business hours.

When there is dense fog.

In areas where there are no street lamps.

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When should pedestrians wear reflective clothing at night?

When running.

When there is poor visibility.

When walking in a group.

At night, when walking outside of built-up areas.

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On a busy narrow road, what should pedestrians do when walking?

Wear a reflective vest or jacket.

Walk in a single file.

Walk in a group to be more visible.

Carry a flag overhead.

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If there is no footpath, where must a pedestrian walk?

There is no regulation on this issue.

The place where the pedestrian deems driver visibility is best.

Left-hand side of the road.

Right-hand side of the road.

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Are there any occasions when a learner driver can learn unaccompanied?

Yes, when the 12 EDT lessons have been completed.

Yes, but only on national roads.

Yes, but only after driving for a minimum of 3 years.

No, learner drivers must be accompanied at all times by a qualified driver.

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What should a driver do if involved in an accident where there is damage to property only?

A. If there is no damage to the vehicle, the driver is not required to report the accident.

B. The driver should report the damage to the property owner.

C. The driver should report the incident to the property owner and the Gardaí.

D. The driver should inform the property owner, the Gardaí, and their insurance company.

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What should a driver do when involved in an accident where nobody is inured but the vehicles are causing a danger or obstruction on the road?

Place a red warning triangle on the road and call the emergency services.

Wait for the Gardai to arrive before removing the evidence.

Stop all traffic until the culprit for the accident has been identified.

Take care with moving damaged vehicles and try to warn other traffic.

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Which of the following statements is true in relation to tyre pressure and driving on a motorway?

Drivers should ensure that tyre pressure is correct and in line with the car manufacturer’s recommendations.

Drivers should reduce tyre pressure because high speeds will cause them to heat up.

Drivers should increase the front tyre pressure because to cope with the higher speeds typical on a motorway.

There is no relationship between tyre pressure and driving on a motorway.

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What effect does towing a loaded trailer have on stopping ability?

It has no effect on stopping ability.

It decreases the stopping distance.

It increases the stopping distance.

It increases the stopping ability if the car is driven slowly.

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What effect does carrying a load have on a vehicle’s braking ability?

A. It reduces the distance required to bring the vehicle to a halt.

B. It increases the distance required to bring the vehicle to a halt.

C. It has no effect, assuming the brakes are in good condition.

D. Over the long-term, it wears down the car’s braking ability.

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How does driving at a high speed affect a vehicle’s road holding?

The wheel alignment keeps the tyres in full contact with the road.

This generally depends on the vehicle’s size and weight.

The road holding ability of the car is increased.

The road holding ability of the car is decreased.

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What does this sign mean?

A. No right turn.

B. Traffic crossing from the left.

C. Steep decline from the left.

D. Keep right.

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What does this sign mean?

Pass on the left.

Keep left.

No left turn.

Steep decline to the left.

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What does this sign mean?

Diversion to the right ahead.

Sharp bend to the right ahead.

One-way traffic to the right ahead.

You must turn right ahead.

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What does this sign mean?

Turn left ahead.

Sharp corner to the left ahead.

One-way traffic to the left ahead.

Diversion to the left ahead.

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What does this sign mean?

Overtaking only allowed on right.

Right turn only.

Major road joining from the left.

Diversion ahead to the right.

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What does this sign mean when you reach a junction?

A. Yield to heavy goods vehicles.

B. Yield to traffic coming from your right.

C. Yield to traffic on the major road.

D. Slow down and yield to pedestrians.

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What must a driver do when this sign is not accompanied by a white stop line on the road.

A. Stop only if there is traffic ahead.

B. Stop no more than one car length past the sign.

C. Stop at the sign.

D. Stop past the sign.

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What does this sign mean?

Drive straight ahead only.

Motorway ahead.

Two-way street ahead.

One-way traffic.

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What is the meaning of this sign at a roundabout?

Yield to vehicles coming from right, or vehicles already on the roundabout.

Yield to traffic coming from the left.

Yield to cyclists and motorcyclists only.

Yield to buses, trucks, and taxis.

If you have car, then select Yes 🙂

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What is the most likely consequence of a car braking suddenly?

The car’s braking system could overheat.

The car could be hit from behind.

No consequences as the car’s braking lights keep other drivers informed.

The car will be overtaken.

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If the brake pedal of your car feels soft of spongy when you apply pressure, what is the likely cause?

The parking brake is on.

Worn brake pads.

A fault in the brake fluid system.

A fault in the car’s handbrake system.

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What does this sign mean?

Other cars must give way to you.

Stop your car.

Give way to traffic coming from the right.

Look right before proceeding.

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What must a car driver do when this sign is accompanied by a white stop line on the road?

Stop at the line.

Pass the line, but not too much.

Stop only if there’s traffic on the road ahead.

Slowly edge out, ensuring there are no oncoming cars.

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The average score is 75%

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