Driver Theory Test 4

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What should the driver do when approaching a humpbacked hill?

A. Increase speed and progress with caution over the humpbacked hill.

B. Maintain regular speed and road position.

C. Sound the horn to alert road users at the other side of the hill of an approaching car.

D. Reduce speed, keep to the left, and be alert for hazards ahead.

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What should drivers be aware of if they meet horses with riders on the road?

A. That horses, like bulls, bolt on seeing the colour red.

B. That vehicles, not horses, have the right of way on the road.

C. That loud noises from their vehicle could frighten the horses and cause them to bolt.

D. That the riders are obliged to dismount and let vehicles pass.

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What should the driver do if they see horse riders on the road ahead?

A. The driver should reduce speed, allow extra clearance, and pass with caution.

B. The driver should sound the horn to inform the riders of an approaching vehicle.

C. The driver should increase speed and allow extra clearance for the riders.

D. The driver should sound the horn gently, and then proceed at a normal speed.

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What should the driver do if there are cattle on the road ahead?

A. Subtly sound the horn, encouraging the cattle to move.

B. Reduce speed and pass the cattle with care.

C. Open the window of the car, verbally encouraging the cattle to move.

D. Rev the engine, informing the cattle of an approaching car.

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What should a driver do when approaching a junction normally controlled by traffic lights and the traffic lights are not functioning?

A. Closely follow the car in front, which should allow you to cross the junction safely.

B. Sound the horn to avoid cars approaching from right and left.

C. Treat it as an unmarked junction and proceed cautiously while watching out for other traffic.

D. Accelerate and pass through the junction, showing due caution.

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The driver is approaching traffic lights that they know have been green for some time. What should the driver do?

A. The driver should accelerate, knowing that the green is likely to change at any moment.

B. The driver should maintain speed until (s)he sees the amber light, then speed up.

C. The driver should be aware that the lights may change before they reach them and be prepared to stop.

D. The driver should maintain speed until (s)he sees the amber light, then stop.

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What should a driver do if they see a red warning triangle on the road?

A. The driver should slow down and avoid the triangle.

B. The driver should slow down and expect a hazard up ahead.

C. The driver should prepare their driving license for a Garda inspection.

D. The driver should maintain speed, but proceed with caution.

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What should the driver do when there is a sharp dip in the road ahead?

A. Reduce speed, keep to the left, and be alert for hazards ahead.

B. Increase speed, giving the car sufficient momentum to pass the dip.

C. Move into the centre of the road to avoid the dip.

D. Move to the left of the road to avoid the dip.

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Which vehicle is in the correct position to make a right turn from a minor road onto a major road?

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Which vehicle is in the correct position to make a right turn from the major road to the minor road?

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What should a driver be aware of in this situation?

A. There is a dangerous right-hand bend ahead.

B. Cars are merging from the left ahead.

C. There is a junction ahead to the right.

D. There could be livestock at the brow of the hill.

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What should a driver do in this situation?

A. Sound the horn to advise the pedestrian of an approaching vehicle.

B. Allow the pedestrian to cross the road.

C. Proceed with caution.

D. Accelerate to avoid an accident with the pedestrian.

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In this situation, who should wait?

A. The driver on the main road should wait.

B. Both drivers are obliged to wait.

C. The driver in the red car should wait.

D. Neither driver is obliged to wait.

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In this situation, who should wait?

A. The oncoming vehicle must wait.

B. It depends on which vehicle reaches the van first.

C. There is no need for any of the vehicles to wait.

D. The driver behind the stopped van should wait.

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What should a driver do in this situation?

A. Sound the horn and warn the children of your approach.

B. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop as other children should follow.

C. Maintain speed, assuming the children have seen your approach.

D. Accelerate and drive on the right lane to give the children ample space.

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What should a driver be most aware of in this situation?

A. Children may unexpectedly run out from between parked cars.

B. An oncoming car coming from the other side of the brow of the hill may be in your lane.

C. There could be an obstruction on the road at the brow of the hill.

D. Some of the cars on the left appear to be blocking a driveway.

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What should a driver be aware of when driving at night along a shopping street with many different light sources?

A. It may be more difficult to find a parking spot.

B. It may be more difficult to see road signs.

C. Traffic lights may be difficult to distinguish from the other bright lights.

D. Pedestrians are more likely to cross unexpectedly.

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What should the car driver be aware of in this situation?

A. There could be a junction ahead.

B. There could be deer crossing.

C. Slowing down and being prepared to react.

D. They are about to enter a motorway.

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What does this sign mean?

A. T-junction ahead with road of lesser importance.

B. T-Junction ahead with merging traffic.

C. T-junction ahead with motorway.

D. T-junction ahead with road of equal importance.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Crossroads ahead with roads of equal importance.

B. Church ahead.

C. Crossroads ahead with roads of lesser importance.

D. Railway crossing ahead.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Cul-de-sacs at both sides of road.

B. Staggered crossroads ahead with roads of equal importance.

C. Exits on left and right.

D. Traffic lights ahead.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Y-Junction with main road bearing to the left.

B. Y-Junction where all vehicles must turn left.

C. Y-Junction with cycle lane to the right.

D. Y-Junction with vehicles entering from the right.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Junction ahead with roads of greater importance.

B. Junction ahead with railway crossing.

C. Junction ahead with roads of lesser importance.

D. Junction ahead with cyclists crossing.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Tram lane merging with traffic.

B. Tram terminal on right.

C. Tram parking on right.

D. Tram lane on right.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Cycle track can be crossed by buses.

B. Buses can overtake.

C. Contra-flow bus lane on the right.

D. Buses can perform U-turns.

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What does this sign mean?

A. With-flow bus lane on the left.

B. With-flow bus lane on the right.

C. Parking for bicycles and buses.

D. Buses and bicycles have priority ahead.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Bus and cycle lane on right.

B. Cyclists must yield to buses on right.

C. Buses must yield to cyclists on right.

D. Buses and cyclists merging with traffic on right.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Parking for buses and cyclists on left.

B. Buses must yield to cyclists.

C. Cyclists must yield to buses.

D. With-flow bus and cycle lane on left.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Parking reserved for bicycles and buses.

B. With-flow bus and cycle lane ahead on left.

C. Cyclists and buses merging with traffic.

D. Buses must yield to cyclists.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Parking reserved for buses, taxis, and cyclists during the hours shown.

B. Lane reserved for buses, taxis, and cyclists during the hours shown.

C. Only buses and cyclists can use the lanes during the hours shown.

D. Buses and bikes beyond this point.

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What does this sign mean?

A. Overtaking prohibited.

B. Car racing prohibited.

C. Double parking prohibited.

D. Dual carriageway ends.

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Is it permissible to drive a vehicle on a public road when the brake lights are not working.

A. No, it is never permissible to be driven.

B. No, unless driving in daylight hours.

C. Yes, in rural areas only.

D. Yes, except on the motorway.

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How would a driver know that a brake-light bulb is not working.

A. By having somebody press the brake pedal and checking in person.

B. The brake pedal would feel soft and spongy.

C. By asking somebody to check while they held down the brake pedal.

D. From the reaction of other drivers.

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A driver wishes to drive at night, but the off-side (right-hand side) headlights bulb is blow. What should the driver do?

A. Wait until daylight to drive.

B. Replace the bulb with the near-side bulb.

C. Turn on lights within the car to warn oncoming drivers of the vehicle’s presence.

D. Not drive until the bulb is replaced.

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What effect can a broken lens have on headlights?

A. It can reduce and distort the beam.

B. It can allow water to enter the engine, causing long-term damage.

C. It can cause the bulb to blow, possibly damaging the vehicle’s electrical system.

D. It can cause the bulb to overheat.

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In general, how frequently should a vehicle’s lights be checked?

A. Before an NCT.

B. Daily before driving.

C. Once a month.

D. Once a year.

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In general, how frequently should a vehicle’s lights be checked?

A. Before an NCT.

B. Daily before driving.

C. Once a month.

D. Once a year.

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In general, how frequently should a vehicle’s lights be checked?

A. Before an NCT.

B. Daily before driving.

C. Once a month.

D. Once a year.

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What effect could incorrectly aligned headlights have?

A. They could cause a fire within the engine.

B. They could diminish the car battery’s life.

C. They could dazzle approaching drivers.

D. They could diminish the driver’s ability to see the road ahead.

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If a vehicle is driven with low oil pressure, what effect does this have on the engine?

A. It increases fuel efficiency.

B. It increases wear and tear on the engine.

C. It increases fuel consumption.

D. It has no effect on the engine.

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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.

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Why should a tractor be driven more slowly on uneven road surfaces?

A. To avoid heavy bouncing.

B. To reduce noise.

C. To maintain the tractor’s tyre pressure.

D. To avoid fuel spillage.

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What can cause a car to skid on the road?

A. Stopping in third gear.

B. Coasting to a stop.

C. Excessive heavy braking.

D. Controlled acceleration.

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What can cause a car to skid on the road?

A. Stopping in third gear.

B. Coasting to a stop.

C. Excessive heavy braking.

D. Controlled acceleration.

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