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1. What does this sign mean?

Unprotected level crossing ahead.

Taxi parking ahead.

Bus lane ahead.

Tram lane crossing ahead.

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2. When driving behind a Heavy Goods Vehicle, it is important to know its blind spots. Where are its 'blind spots'?

The areas to the front sides and rear where the driver cannot see.

The area of view on the drivers near side only.

The areas on the road where the headlights' main beam doesn't reach.

The area of view hidden by the sun-visor In front of the vehicle.

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3. You are travelling behind a vehicle on a wide road. The vehicle ahead has signalled right, you should..

Sound your horn to indicate to make them aware you're behind them.

Overtake on the right-hand side and continue on.

Stay behind it until it has finished turning.

Overtake on left-hand side and continue on.

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4. You are approaching a roundabout.. Who has right of way?

Motorcycles and cyclists.

Vehicles already on the roundabout.

Whichever vehicle is moving quicker.

Vehicles entering the roundabout.

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5. Should the handbrake be used to bring the vehicle to a stop?

Only in wet conditions.

No.

Yes.

Only in dry conditions.

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6. What details must you give to the Garda?

Any details requested.

As little as possible in case you get blamed for the accident.

Date of birth and PPS number.

Your name and address and a brief description of the accident.

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7. What precautions should you take before getting out of your vehicle?

Make sure the hazard lights are switched on.

Open the door and get out as fast as possible.

Check all directions for approaching traffic or pedestrians before opening the door.

Check the gear lever is in neutral.

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8. What way is a less experienced driver likely to act?

More confidently.

More quickly.

With more alertness.

More hesitantly.

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9. Ahead a bus is beginning to pull away from a bus stop, what should you do?

Slow down and let it move out.

Drive alongside it so as not to hold up traffic.

Sound your horn or flash your lights to inform the driver that you are there.

Accelerate so as to avoid being delayed behind it.

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10. How often is it advised that you should service you engine?

As per the manufacturer's specifications.

When there is a problem with the engine.

Every 35000 kilometres.

Once a year.

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11. How can overloading a vehicle affect its road holding ability?

Reducing the risk of over-steering.

Improving overall stability if the load is evenly distributed.

Increasing brake effectiveness.

Making it more difficult to control.

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12. A child is standing in the space between the front seats. What is the greatest danger of allowing this?

They might be thrown forwards if the brakes are applied suddenly.

They might impede on the drivers concentration.

They might become carsick.

They might get trapped.

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13. If a vehicle carrying hazardous cargo has been involved in an accident, you should..

Determine the type of hazardous material before summoning help.

Continue to drive as not to cause further obstruction.

Attempt to move the vehicle to an open space.

Stay clear and contact the emergency services.

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14. What precautions should you take after stopping your vehicle before you exit the vehicle door?

Open the door quickly and alight quickly.

Check your rear view inside mirror before opening your door.

Open the door a little and then check for blind spot.

Check your side mirror and look behind you before opening the door.

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15. When driving at night when should you dip your vehicles headlights?

When you meet oncoming traffic.

When the road narrows dangerously ahead.

Approaching a bend or dip in the road.

Only on motorways.

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16. There is blue smoke being emitted from your vehicles exhaust.. What is this usually a sign of?

The choke is faulty.

You are running low on fuel.

The engine is burning oil.

The timing belt is worn.

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17. In which situation should you use your hazard warning lights?

When stopping temporarily in a loading bay.

When passing a heavy goods vehicle.

When about to pull in and stop on a clearway.

When causing an unavoidable obstruction.

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18. When must the passengers of a vehicle with fitted seatbelts use seatbelts?

At speeds over 50 KPH.

In built-up areas only.

On motorways only.

At all times.

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19. When driving in heavy rain you should?

Take caution of aquaplaning.

Keep to the centre of the road.

Drive at the same speed as on a dry road.

Drop your gear to get higher revs.

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20. What should you do if you are involved in a road accident and a person is unconscious?

Remove them from the vehicle to a safer area.

Contact the emergency services.

Keep the person warm and give him / her something to drink.

Lie the person flat on the ground and keep him / her still.

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21. What should you give a person who has been injured in an accident to drink?

Cold water if possible.

Coffee.

A cup of tea.

Nothing.

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22. What should you do when approaching a playground?

Maintain your speed and move out to the centre of the road.

Maintain normal speed within speed limits.

Flash your hazard lights and sound your horn.

Look out for children who may run out in your way.

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23. What may occur if an exhaust is worn out on a vehicle?

It causes smoke and noise pollution to rise.

It causes decreased noise and pollution.

It causes oil leakage onto the road.

It causes petrol leakage onto the road.

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24. Are you still covered to drive your vehicle if your insurance policy has expired?

Yes, if the vehicle is NCT'd and taxed.

No.

Yes, for up to 48 hours.

No, unless you have a clean driving history.

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25. When you wish to perform a legal 'u-turn' manoeuvre, you should..

Use your driver side mirror as you turn.

Indicate and accelerate to get turned around without delay.

Drive onto the footpath to gain a wider turning arc.

Check in front and behind for approaching traffic.

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26. In which situation should the vehicles rear fog lights be used?

When raining heavily at night.

Only in dense fog or snow.

When a brake light bulb is not functioning.

Where visibility is poor.

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27. In which position should your wheels face when parking your car facing downhill?

Position your wheels away from the kerb.

Position your wheels in a straight position.

Position your wheels towards the kerb.

Position your wheels at full lock towards the road.

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28. What does this sign mean?

No cycling.

No parking.

No overtaking.

Road narrows ahead.

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29. What in particular should you be aware of while driving at night?

Speed limits do not apply between midnight and 6am.

Drowsiness.

Temperature of the car.

Some drivers may not like to use their headlights.

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30. Where should you drive while travelling on a dual-carriageway?

Between both lanes.

In the right-hand lane.

In the right-hand lane unless you are overtaking.

In the left-hand lane unless you are overtaking or turning right.

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31. When is it permissible to carry more passengers in your vehicle than there are seats available?

Yes, once they all sit still.

Never.

Yes, once all passengers are fully insured in the vehicle.

Yes, only if they are above the age of fourteen.

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32. Where should a learner drivers 'L' plates be displayed?

On the front and rear bumpers only.

Front drivers side, rear passenger side.

Front passenger side, rear drivers side.

On both sides of the vehicle.

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33. What should you do if you are involved in a minor accident where there is little damage?

Report to the incident to the Garda.

Call Gardai to the scene immediately.

Continue your journey so as not to obstruct traffic.

Exchange particulars with the other driver.

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34. How would you discover an issue with the condition of your tyre?

By visual examination when the vehicle is stationary.

By performing sudden sharp turns.

By braking suddenly and checking if the car swerves.

If the steering wheel is difficult to turn.

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35. Where you see a red warning triangle on the road, you should...

Decrease speed and watch for a hazard ahead.

Brake suddenly and stop the car as soon as possible.

Increase your speed.

Maintain normal speed; warning triangles are only relevant for trucks.

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36. When can you pick up or set down a passenger on the motorway?

Only when the area is clear of traffic.

On the hard-shoulder.

Never.

During off-peak hours.

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37. How may you improve fuel efficiency?

Fast acceleration through the gears.

Using gentle acceleration and changing gears as recommended by the manufacturer's specifications.

When increasing speed, get into the highest gear as soon as possible.

Driving the vehicle in a lower gear as much as possible.

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38. What should you do when you see farm animals crossing the road ahead of you?

Turn back immediately.

Stop and allow them to cross before continuing.

Sound your horn to move them.

Flash your headlamps and put on your hazard lights.

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39. At night when approaching an oncoming vehicle with their full beam on.. You should..?

Slow down the car and stop if necessary.

Flash your lights three times to warn the driver.

Maintain your speed.

Put on your full headlights.

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40. What precautions should be taken while overtaking a cyclist on a windy day?

Maintain your course but sound horn to warn cyclist.

Maintain your course but be prepared to swerve around the cyclist if necessary.

Allow extra clearance room in case the cyclist is blown off course.

Expect the cyclist to keep in to the left out of your way.

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