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Car Theory Full Practice Test

Welcome to the 'Car Practice Test'

This practice test will select 50 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 57 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz, with a hint available on each question should you need it.

Each question is representative of the type used by the DVSA for your real theory exam.

Instructions:

The test will begin after you select the 'Next' button below.
For each question, choose from the four multiple choice answers provided.
Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
A confirmation screen will appear at the end for you to submit the test to be scored. Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You are travelling along a wet road. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Brake hard immediately.

Increase speed.

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Hint

[Other Types of Vehicles]

When you approach a junction, you see a long vehicle in front of you is signalling to turn left, but is positioned on the right. What should you do?

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Stay back and allow the long vehicle to finish its manoeuvre.

Hint

[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 40 mph (64 km/h) on a dry road is 36 metres (118 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in WET weather?

90 metres (295 feet)

36 metres (115 feet)

72 metres (236 feet)

54 metres (177 feet)

Hint

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

As a warning to you that you're travelling too closely.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

[Rules of the Road]

You are waiting at a pelican crossing and the signals are showing red as pictured. You do not see any pedestrians. You should:

Proceed at normal speed as you have right of way.

Proceed with caution in case pedestrians appear.

Use your horn to alert any pedestrians to your presence.

Stop at the crossing and wait for the signal to change.

Hint

[Rules of the Road]

What do AMBER stud marks or reflective cat's eyes indicate?

The left edge of the road.

The temporary adjustments to lane layouts, e.g. where road works are taking place.

The edge of the main carriageway at lay-bys and slip roads.

The central reservation of a dual carriageway or motorway.

Hint

[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 70 mph (112 km/h) on a dry road is 96 metres (315 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in ICY conditions??

1920 metres (6300 feet)

2400 metres (7870 feet)

960 metres (3150 feet)

1440 metres (4720 feet)

Hint

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn right or move to the right?

Hint

[Motorway Rules]

When are you allowed to use the hard shoulder? (Select all that apply)

As a traffic lane on a 'smart' motorway when directed by traffic signs.

In an emergency.

Park and have a rest when you're feeling tired.

Bypass a traffic queue to get a slip road.

Hint

10.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Why must a rear-facing baby seat not be placed in the front seat of a car with an active frontal airbag?

An active passenger airbag can cause injury or death to the child.

All airbags will become disabled.

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

It will increase the risk of collisions.

Hint

11.

[Rules of the Road]

Which of these road markings indicate that no stopping is allowed at any time?

Hint

12.

[Rules of the Road]

You see this pictured marking ALONG the road. You should:

Keep these lines to your left hand side at all times.

Cross this line to take an off-ramp.

NOT cross these lines except in an emergency or to overtake a stationary road user.

Use this area for overtaking.

Hint

13.

[Hazard Awareness]

The motorcycle in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Hint

14.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

So that you can travel faster.

So that they are more likely to see you.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

15.

[Alertness]

In England and Wales, you MUST NOT drive with BLOOD alcohol level higher than:

80mg alcohol per 100ml of blood

50mg alcohol per 100ml of blood

30mg alcohol per 100ml of blood

60mg alcohol per 100ml of blood

Hint

16.

[Vehicle Handling]

When towing, if your caravan or trailer begins to swerve or snake you should:

Turn the steering wheel to follow the trailer or caravan.

Stay at a constant speed until the problem resolves itself.

Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed gently to regain control.

Speed up to regain control.

17.

[Rules of the Road]

Which road marking along the road is used to separate traffic lanes or to protect traffic turning into a side road?

Hint

18.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, what should you do if you see this sign?

Move out of the closed lane into one that is open.

Move into the closed lane to get around traffic.

Leave the motorway at the next exit.

Speed up to get by the obstruction as quickly as possible.

Hint

19.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling in snowy weather. How can you tell if your tyres are no longer gripping the road?

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

The engine becomes louder.

Hint

20.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

This road sign pictured indicates:

A tram only lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A combined bus and cycle lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A bus and cycle only road with no entry to other vehicular traffic.

A tram only road with no entry to other vehicular traffic.

Hint

21.

[Attitude]

You are approaching a pelican crossing with the signals flashing amber as pictured. You do not see any pedestrians. You should:

Use your horn to alert any pedestrians to your presence.

Stop at the crossing and wait for the green light.

Proceed with caution in case pedestrians appear.

Proceed at normal speed as you have right of way.

Hint

22.

[Alertness]

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Take a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours.

Avoid long journeys during the night when natural alertness is minimum.

Stop in a safe place if you feel sleepy.

Drink alcohol to boost alertness.

Hint

23.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When towing a caravan or trailer, what is the maximum speed for a car or motorcycle on a dual carriageway road?

40 mph (64 km/h)

70 mph (112 km/h)

50 mph (80 km/h)

60 mph (96 km/h)

Hint

24.

[Rules of the Road]

You are waiting at a pelican crossing and the signals start flashing amber as pictured. Pedestrians are approaching the crossing. You should:

Use your horn to alert pedestrians to hurry up.

Give way to allow pedestrians plenty of time to cross.

Rev your engine to let pedestrians know you have right of way.

Wait for the green light before proceeding

Hint

25.

[Hazard Awareness]

Whilst travelling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Flash your lights at the other driver.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Hint

26.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is travelling under cruise control?

The owner of the vehicle.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The vehicle manufacturer.

Hint

27.

[Rules of the Road]

Box junctions are marked with yellow criss-cross lines as pictured. When may you enter this junction? (Select all that apply)

If you will only stick out a little bit after crossing it.

You wish to wait to turn right and are stopped by oncoming traffic.

When the exit road or lane is clear.

At any time if you need to cross the junction.

Hint

28.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these road signs indicates you have priority over oncoming traffic?

Hint

29.

[Rules of the Road]

You are approaching a roundabout and intend to turn left. You should:

Signal right at all times on approach to and exit from the roundabout.

Signal right on approach and left when leaving the roundabout.

Signal left at all times on approach to and exit from the roundabout.

Not use your signals at all.

Hint

30.

[Safety Margin]

You are travelling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your high-beam headlights.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Hint

31.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

Which of these vehicles might not take the normal route through a roundabout?

Long vehicles

Vans

Cars

Motorcycles

Hint

32.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs warn that your road is for two-way traffic?

Hint

33.

[Hazard Awareness]

Your car has been covered in snow. In addition to clearing the windows, why is it a good idea to remove any snow from the roof?

To avoid snow falling onto the windscreen whilst braking.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To allow the car to warm up more quickly.

To improve vehicle steering.

Hint

34.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs means no entry to all vehicles?

Hint

35.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

You are approaching a zebra crossing and you see a wheelchair user waiting to cross. You should:

Stop and wave the pedestrians to cross.

Stop at the crossing to allow the wheelchair user to cross.

Speed up to get through more quickly.

Stop if the yellow lights are flashing.

Hint

36.

[Rules of the Road]

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Without someone to act as a guide.

Into a side road.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Further than is necessary.

Hint

37.

[Rules of the Road]

What color road stud or cat's eye indicates the left edge of the road?

White

Green

Amber

Red

Hint

38.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Children.

Pedestrians.

Traffic police.

Motorcycle riders.

Hint

39.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

Maximum width ahead.

Minimum speed is 40mph.

Name of the road.

Maximum speed is 40mph.

Hint

40.

[Safety Margin]

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Leave at least a 5 metre gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

Hint

41.

[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 60 mph (96 km/h) on a dry road is 73 metres (240 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in ICY conditions??

1100 metres (3600 feet)

910 metres (3000 feet)

730 metres (2400 feet)

1460 metres (4790 feet)

Hint

42.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

Cyclists like to show off.

As a warning to you that you're travelling too closely.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

43.

[Attitude]

When might you drive want to slow down instead of travelling at the speed limit? (Select all that apply)

On an empty road in good weather.

In poor weather conditions.

Coming up to junctions where other road users may pull out with little warning.

When you are coming up to a blind bend in the road.

Hint

44.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

In case your vehicle breaks down.

In case your headlights are broken.

To improve your visbility ahead.

For learner drivers on the motorway.

Hint

45.

[Attitude]

When may you use your vehicle's fog lights?

If your headlights are not working.

Any time at night.

In a tunnel.

When visibility is severely reduced.

Hint

46.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You are travelling along a snowy or icy road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Let go of the steering.

Brake hard immediately.

Increase speed.

Release the brakes.

Hint

47.

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these hand signals implies the vehicle will turn left or move to the left?