Driver Theory Test 3

1 / 40

What should a driver do when turning right at this junction?

A. Yield right of way to both cars.

B. Allow the red car to proceed.

C. Proceed ahead of both cars.

D. Allow both cars to proceed.

2 / 40

What should a driver do in this situation when (s)he intends to turn left?

A. Proceed with caution, as pedestrians must yield to you.

B. Sound the horn to advise pedestrians that you are approaching.

C. Stop and encourage both pedestrians to speed up.

D. Yield to pedestrians already crossing.

3 / 40

Why must a driver be particularly careful here?

A. Branches can fall from the tree on the right.

B. The driver must yield to the red vehicle on the right.

C. There is poor visibility after the corner on the left.

D. Because there is an increased danger of skidding.

4 / 40

When driving on this one-way street with vehicles parked on both side, what should a driver be prepared for?

A. Pedestrians crossing between the vehicles.

B. Any one of the vehicles could suddenly pull out onto the road.

C. There could be children playing nearby.

D. The wrong markings on the truck.

5 / 40

When driving on this one-way street with vehicles parked on both sides, what should a driver be prepared for?

A. There may be junctions obscured by vehicles on both sides.

B. Any one of the vehicles could suddenly pull out onto the road.

C. There could be children playing nearby.

D. A vehicle door may open on either side of the street.

6 / 40

After a heavy downpour, why should a driver keep a greater distance from the vehicle in front?

A. Because it takes less time to slow down in wet conditions.

B. Because stopping distances decrease in wet conditions.

C. Because wheel spray may impair visibility.

D. The driver in front is less likely to focus on what’s going on behind.

7 / 40

When driving on cobblestones, why should you take extra care?

A. The road surface is uneven and road grip varies.

B. Pedestrians tend to be less steady on cobble stones and could fall onto the road.

C. Cobblestones can severely damage a car’s suspension.

D. Cobblestones can severely damage a car’s tyres.

8 / 40

What should a driver do on the approach to this situation?

A. Drive on, as the sign indicates you have right of way.

B. Sound your car’s horn to encourage the other driver to pass.

C. Yield only if you are towing a trailer or caravan.

D. Reduce speed and stop if necessary.

9 / 40

What should a driver be aware of when following the motorcyclist, and the white car is reversing onto the road?

A. The motorcyclist is likely to move to the right of the road to avoid the car pulling out.

B. The green and red cars may also pull out.

C. The driver following the motorcycle may need a longer braking distance than usual.

D. The white car may be about to perform a U-turn.

10 / 40

What should a driver do when continuing straight ahead in the middle lane?

A. Take any lane, as this is clearly a free-for-all.

B. Accelerate to exit this complicated situation as soon as possible.

C. Overtake on the left of the red car.

D. Slow down and allow the driver in front to change lanes.

11 / 40

What should a driver be aware of in this situation?

A. Only buses can use this road.

B. There may be a car hidden from view in front of the bus.

C. The bus may be parked.

D. There may be other buses nearby.

12 / 40

What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?

A. There could be a zebra crossing straight after the brow.

B. The road could have a slippery or uneven surface at the other side.

C. There could be a change in speed limit at the other side.

D. There could be hedge-cutting taking place.

13 / 40

What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?

A. There could be a bus stop at the other side.

B. There could be livestock on the road.

C. There could be a change in speed limit at the other side.

D. The road markings could change after the brow.

14 / 40

What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?

A. There could be a stop sign right at the other side.

B. There could be oncoming pedestrians.

C. Traffic calming measures could be in place.

D. The road markings could change after the brow.

15 / 40

What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?

A. A vehicle may be broken down.

B. There could be a stop sign right at the other side.

C. There could be a Garda checkpoint right at the other side.

D. The road markings could change after the brow.

16 / 40

What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?

A. There could be a stop sign right at the other side.

B. There could be a Garda checkpoint right at the other side.

C. The road markings could change after the brow.

D. There may be a slow-moving vehicle in your lane.

17 / 40

When intending to turn right as shown, what should the car driver do?

A. Proceed with caution as the driver has right of way.

B. Wait and allow the oncoming traffic to pass.

C. Yield to both the truck and the oncoming car.

D. Yield to the car only.

18 / 40

What should a driver do if dazzled by the lights of an oncoming vehicle?

A. Flash the oncoming traffic, encouraging them to dip their lights.

B. Indicate left and pull in to the roadside as quickly and safely as possible.

C. Accelerate to exit this difficult situation as quickly and safely as possible.

D. Look to the left-hand edge (nearside) of the road and slow down if necessary.

19 / 40

The driver intends to turn right at this junction – what should the driver do?

A. Proceed before the bus and the motorcycle.

B. Stop at the stop line.

C. Allow the motorcycle to pass but proceed in front of the bus.

D. Allow the bus to pass but proceed in front of the motorcycle.

20 / 40

The driver intends to turn right at this junction – what should the driver do?

A. Proceed in front of the bus only.

B. Proceed in front of the motorcycle only.

C. Proceed after the motorcycle and bus have passed.

D. Proceed before the motorcycle and the bus.

21 / 40

Why might it be dangerous to drive on a poorly lit street?

A. It may be difficult to make out poorly lit vehicles in the dark areas.

B. Car jackings are statistically more common in poor lit streets.

C. Road signs are more difficult to see.

D. Road markings are more difficult to see.

22 / 40

What does this sign mean?

A. Passing other traffic that exceeds this weight is not permitted.

B. Parking in load area.

C. Parking of vehicles exceeding the weight shown is not permitted.

D. Parking is reserved for vehicles of this kind.

23 / 40

What does this sign mean?

A. 3-axled vehicles are not allowed.

B. Maximum permitted weight is 3 tonnes.

C. Minimum permitted weight is 3 tonnes.

D. Only 3-axled vehicles are allowed.

24 / 40

What do these signs mean together?

A. Clearway ahead – no parking during times shown.

B. Pedestrian zone – traffic only allowed during times shown.

C. Only public transport is allowed during times shown.

D. Pedestrian zone – traffic not allowed except during times shown.

25 / 40

What does this sign mean?

A. Start of cycle track.

B. Track for bicycle racing.

C. Cyclists must dismount.

D. Cycle track merging with main road.

26 / 40

What does this sign mean?

A. Taxi services are available here.

B. Designated space for taxis.

C. Only taxis can turn left or right.

D. Private parking is permitted when there are no taxis.

27 / 40

What does this sign mean?

A. Parking not permitted during these hours.

B. Parking with a disc is allowed apart from the hours shown.

C. Parking with a disc is permitted during the hours shown.

D. Parking for disabled drivers only during the hours shown.

28 / 40

What does this sign mean?

A. Crossroads ahead.

B. Access for delivery vehicles only during the times shown.

C. Road closed during the times shown on the sign.

D. Clearway – no stopping or parking during the times indicated on the sign.

29 / 40

What does this sign mean?

A. Parking is prohibited.

B. Parking for private vehicles only.

C. Taxis not permitted to park.

D. Parking is permitted.

30 / 40

What does this sign mean?

A. Non-residents can park at times shown.

B. Parking prohibited at times shown.

D. Parking for drivers with disabilities during times shown.

31 / 40

Why is it important to ensure the vehicle headlights are correctly aligned?

A. So that other vehicles can gauge where the car is in the night.

B. To enable the driver to see properly.

C. To reduce their energy consumption.

D. Poorly adjusted lights can negatively impact a vehicle’s electrical system.

32 / 40

What effect could an unevenly distributed load have on a vehicle?

A. It could cause the vehicle clutch to slip while accelerating.

B. It could cause the gearbox to overheat.

C. It could damage the chassis of the vehicle.

D. It would likely make the vehicle unstable while turning.

33 / 40

What would be the effect of overloading a vehicle with passengers or goods?

A. It would reduce the driver’s ability to control the vehicle.

B. It would improve the driver’s ability to control the vehicle.

C. If speed is reduced, the overloading makes no difference.

D. Overloading has no effect on the driver’s ability to control the vehicle.

34 / 40

What effect can overloading a vehicle have on its road-holding?

A. If the load is evenly distributed, it can lower the vehicle's centre of gravity.

B. The load can make the vehicle faster when going downhill.

C. The load can make the vehicle more difficult to control.

D. The load can make the vehicle almost impossible to reverse with.

35 / 40

What determines the maximum allowed towing capacity of a vehicle?

A. The strength of the tow bar.

B. The manufacturer’s specifications.

C. The size of vehicle’s tyres.

D. The overall size of the vehicle chassis.

36 / 40

How does the driver know the vehicle’s total load-carrying capacity?

A. By referring to the vehicle’s manufacturer’s specifications.

B. Details of all vehicle’s load-carrying capacity are accessible on the RSA website.

C. A vehicle’s load-carrying capacity is marked underneath the driver’s seat.

D. A vehicle load-carrying capacity is marked underneath its bonnet.

37 / 40

What may happen if the vehicle’s engine oil is not changed as required?

A. The vehicle’s fuel consumption may increase.

B. The vehicle’s fuel consumption may diminish.

C. Parts of the engine may suffer increased wear.

D. The engine may overheat.

38 / 40

If the oil pressure gauge shows little or no pressure, or the warning light comes on, what could the problem be?

A. The oil could be overheating.

B. The oil level is too high.

C. The oil level is too low.

D. The oil pressure is too low.

39 / 40

What is the consequence of an incorrectly adjusted driver’s seat?

A. It enables the driver to relax more.

B. It can delay the driver from operating one of the car’s controls.

C. It gives the driver a better view of his/her surroundings.

D. It enhances the driver’s ability to operate the car’s clutch.

40 / 40

What type of noise does fast cornering usually create?

A. Engine backfire.

B. Exhaust backfire.

C. Squealing brakes.

D. Squealing tyres.

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