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Question 221Question →

When an incident on a public road results in damage to another vehicle or roadside property, the driver must stop and supply specific personal and vehicle particulars. Under UK law, to whom must these details be provided at the scene?

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Answer: To any person who has reasonable grounds for requiring them

Answer

To any person who has reasonable grounds for requiring them
According to the Highway Code (Rule 286) and Section 170 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, if you are involved in a collision that causes damage to another vehicle, animal, or property, or causes injury to another person, you must stop and give your name, address, and vehicle registration mark to anyone who has reasonable grounds for asking.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the statutory duty triggered by a collision involving damage or injury.
Under Section 170 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, the driver has a mandatory duty to stop.
Stopping at the scene is the immediate legal obligation when damage or injury occurs.
2
Determine who is entitled to receive the required driver and vehicle details.
Details must be provided to any person who has reasonable grounds for requiring them (such as the other driver, vehicle owner, or property owner).
The law facilitates civil settlement and identification by empowering affected parties at the scene to obtain necessary particulars directly.

Key Concept

Statutory duty to provide driver and vehicle details to any person with reasonable grounds following a collision.
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 222Question →

You are preparing to carry bulky equipment on your vehicle's roof rack. Which TWO precautions should you take to distribute the weight safely and ensure the load remains secure?

Select all that apply

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Answer: Ensure the combined weight of the rack and cargo does not exceed the vehicle manufacturer's roof load limit; Fasten the load firmly using dedicated restraint straps and inspect the fixings periodically throughout the journey

Answer

Ensuring the total weight does not exceed the vehicle manufacturer's specified roof load limit, and fastening the load securely with dedicated restraint straps while checking the fixings periodically throughout the journey.
When carrying cargo on a roof rack, the driver is legally and practically responsible for ensuring the total weight (roof rack plus cargo) does not exceed the vehicle manufacturer's roof load limit. Additionally, the load must be securely attached with appropriate restraint straps and checked at regular intervals during the journey to prevent movement caused by wind resistance and road vibration.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Check the vehicle handbook for the maximum permissible roof load capacity.
Establishes the upper weight boundary including the weight of the roof bars/rack itself.
Exceeding the specified roof limit compromises vehicle handling and raises the centre of gravity.
2
Position the load centrally and secure it with suitable restraint straps to dedicated anchor points.
Prevents load shifting during acceleration, braking, and cornering.
Unsecured or improperly tied loads can shift dynamically or detach into following traffic.
3
Plan regular stops during the journey to inspect strap tension and mounting integrity.
Ensures road vibration has not loosened the load or fixing brackets.
Aerodynamic forces and vehicle movement can cause fixings to settle and slacken over time.

Key Concept

Roof rack weight capacity limits and positive load restraint principles
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 223Question →

You are preparing to carry out a U-turn on a two-way residential road. Which TWO observation checks must you make before you begin turning?

Select all that apply

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Answer: Look all around 360 degrees, including checking over both shoulders for pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users; Check all interior and exterior mirrors to assess traffic approaching from both ahead and behind

Answer

Check all interior and exterior mirrors, and look all around 360 degrees including over both shoulders before starting the manoeuvre.
Before executing a manoeuvre that crosses both lanes of traffic, drivers must establish complete 360-degree awareness. This is achieved by checking all interior and exterior mirrors and physically looking around over both shoulders to ensure blind spots are completely clear of vulnerable road users.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess the entire surrounding area using all mirrors
Identifies moving vehicles approaching from behind and in front
Mirrors provide the initial overview of surrounding traffic conditions.
2
Perform 360-degree direct visual checks around the vehicle, looking over both shoulders
Covers blind spots that mirrors cannot show, detecting pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists
U-turns span across the entire width of the road, requiring complete situational awareness.

Key Concept

Pre-manoeuvre observation requires comprehensive mirror checks combined with effective blind spot observations before executing actions across traffic.
Estimated Time:45s
Question 224Question →

You are driving along a two-lane dual carriageway and intend to move into the right-hand lane to overtake a slower vehicle. What observation should you make before you signal or change direction?

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Answer: Check your interior and right-hand door mirrors to assess following and overtaking traffic

Answer

Check your interior and right-hand door mirrors to assess following and overtaking traffic.
Before making any manoeuvre, including signalling or changing lanes, drivers must follow the Mirrors-Signal-Manoeuvre (MSM) routine. Checking the interior mirror and the right door mirror ensures you know the speed and position of vehicles behind and alongside before indicating or moving out.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Apply the Mirrors-Signal-Manoeuvre (MSM) routine prior to changing lane or direction
Identify that mirror checks must always precede signalling and steering
Observing first ensures you are fully aware of vehicles approaching from behind or overtaking before you indicate your intention.
2
Determine the specific mirrors required for moving to the right
Check the interior rear-view mirror for general rear traffic and the right exterior mirror for vehicles in the overtaking lane
Using both mirrors gives an accurate assessment of speed and distance of traffic in the target lane.

Key Concept

Pre-manoeuvre observation using the Mirrors-Signal-Manoeuvre (MSM) routine before changing lanes
Estimated Time:45s
Question 225Question →

To anticipate road hazards effectively, a driver should scan the far distance, middle ground, and mirrors regularly, rather than concentrating exclusively on the vehicle immediately ahead.

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Answer: True

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True. Effective hazard anticipation requires systematic scanning across the far distance, middle ground, and mirrors rather than fixating solely on the vehicle in front.
The statement is true because active scanning across the far distance, middle zone, and mirrors gives drivers early awareness of hazards, reducing the need for sudden braking or steering.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Examine the visual scanning routine described in the statement.
Identify that observing far ahead, checking the mid-range, and monitoring mirrors covers all critical driving zones.
Early hazard awareness depends on taking in the full driving environment rather than a single focal point.
2
Determine whether concentrating exclusively on the vehicle immediately ahead is safe practice.
Recognise that target fixation prevents a driver from spotting developing hazards early.
Fixating on one vehicle leaves insufficient time and space to react to wider road events.

Key Concept

Continuous visual scanning and hazard anticipation across all driving zones
Estimated Time:30s
Question 226Question →

You are driving along a residential street lined with parked cars. Why should you scan the spaces and gaps beneath the parked vehicles?

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Answer: To detect pedestrians' feet or bicycle wheels before they emerge into your path

Answer

To detect pedestrians' feet or bicycle wheels before they emerge into your path
Scanning beneath parked vehicles helps you spot early visual clues—such as feet, legs, or bicycle wheels—before pedestrians or cyclists step or ride out from between stationary vehicles, providing crucial extra time to slow down safely.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the driving environment and the hazards concealed by stationary objects.
Recognise that parked vehicles severely restrict visibility of the pavement and potential crossing points.
Children, pedestrians, and cyclists can suddenly emerge from between parked cars.
2
Apply scanning techniques across low-level sightlines beneath the parked cars.
Early detection of movement, such as feet, shoes, shadows, or rolling wheels.
Spotting movement early allows you to reduce speed smoothly and prepare to stop if necessary.

Key Concept

Early hazard anticipation through low-level continuous scanning
Estimated Time:45s
Question 227Question →

You are driving on a two-way urban road and approach a stationary delivery lorry obstructing your lane. In what sequence should you carry out the observation and communication routine before moving out to pass the vehicle?

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Answer

Check the interior rear-view mirror, check the right exterior door mirror, check the right blind spot over your shoulder, signal right to indicate intention, and make a final forward assessment before steering smoothly around the obstruction.
Under official DVSA driving standards and the Highway Code, the Mirrors-Signal-Manoeuvre (MSM) routine requires observation to precede signalling and action. The driver first checks the interior mirror to gauge following traffic, followed by the right door mirror and a shoulder blind spot check to ensure no vulnerable road users are alongside. Only after safety is verified should a right signal be applied, concluding with a final forward scan before steering around the stationary obstruction.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Check the interior rear-view mirror.
Assesses the distance and speed of vehicles directly behind you.
Establishes whether moving out or slowing down will compromise following traffic.
2
Check the right exterior door mirror.
Identifies road users already approaching or overtaking in the adjacent lane.
Ensures the space to the right is clear before planning the manoeuvre line.
3
Look over the right shoulder into the blind spot.
Detects cyclists, motorcyclists, or pedestrians that are hidden from mirror reflections.
Mirrors have physical blind zones that require a direct visual check.
4
Apply the right turn signal if necessary.
Communicates your planned movement to drivers behind, oncoming vehicles, and pedestrians.
Signalling after observation ensures you only signal when the action is safe and appropriate.
5
Make a final forward check and steer out around the obstruction.
Safely carries out the manoeuvre with full awareness of the changing road ahead.
Executes the manoeuvre smoothly once all hazards have been verified and cleared.

Key Concept

Mirrors-Signal-Manoeuvre (MSM) routine and blind spot observation before passing stationary hazards
Estimated Time:1m 15s
Question 228Question →

You are driving along a busy high street with parked vehicles on both sides. Why is it important to continuously scan the road ahead rather than focusing only on the vehicle directly in front?

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Answer: To anticipate potential hazards early and give yourself enough time to plan and react safely

Answer

To anticipate potential hazards early and give yourself enough time to plan and react safely
Continuous scanning allows drivers to look well ahead, read the road, and anticipate potential hazards before they become emergencies. In busy streets with parked vehicles, this provides the necessary time to adjust speed and positioning smoothly.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the driving environment and potential risks
Recognise that a busy high street with parked vehicles contains multiple dynamic and static hazards such as pedestrians, emerging vehicles, and opening doors.
Understanding the risk profile of the environment highlights the need for wide and forward observation.
2
Apply continuous scanning technique
Look far ahead, check mirrors regularly, and scan from pavement to pavement across the road.
Broad visual scanning prevents target fixation and allows early hazard detection.
3
Evaluate the primary benefit of early anticipation
Early anticipation provides more time and space to adjust speed and road position smoothly.
Reacting early avoids sudden braking or harsh steering manoeuvres.

Key Concept

Continuous scanning and anticipation in hazardous driving environments
Estimated Time:45s
Question 229Question →

You are waiting to emerge from a minor road onto a main road, but your view to both sides is severely restricted by large parked delivery vans. What should you do before committing to pull out?

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Answer: Creep forward slowly while looking both ways until you have an unobstructed view along the road

Answer

Creep forward slowly while looking both ways until you have an unobstructed view along the road
When visibility at a junction is restricted by parked vehicles or other physical obstructions, the correct procedure is to creep forward slowly and look both ways until you have a clear view. This 'peep and creep' method ensures you do not emerge into the path of approaching traffic while giving other road users time to see your vehicle front emerge.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess the junction visibility and identify the view obscured by static obstacles
Recognise that traffic from both directions cannot be safely seen from the standard give-way position
Closed or blind junctions require specialized pre-manoeuvre observation before entering the new road
2
Apply the 'peep and creep' technique by edging the vehicle forward very slowly under precise clutch or brake control
The driver's sightline gradually moves past the parked vehicles without jutting out excessively into the carriageway
Moving slowly allows immediate stopping if a vehicle approaches and gives oncoming drivers notice of your presence
3
Scan continuously in both directions for all road users, particularly vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians
A clear, complete view of the main road is established before completing the manoeuvre
Observation must cover the full environment rather than fixating on a single direction

Key Concept

Pre-manoeuvre observation and the 'peep and creep' technique at closed junctions with restricted visibility
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 230Question →

You are approaching a busy crossroads marked with a yellow criss-cross box junction and you intend to turn right. Which TWO of the following actions and rules apply when navigating this junction?

Select all that apply

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Answer: You may enter the box junction and wait if your exit road is clear and you are prevented from turning only by oncoming traffic; You must check your mirrors and right-hand blind spot for filtering cyclists and motorcyclists before committing to the turn

Answer

Drivers approaching a yellow box junction to turn right may enter the box and wait if their exit road is clear and they are only prevented from turning by oncoming traffic, and they must check their mirrors and blind spots for filtering cyclists or motorcyclists before turning.
Under UK Highway Code Rule 174, drivers are permitted to enter a yellow box junction to wait when turning right, provided the exit road is clear and they are held up only by oncoming traffic. Additionally, effective scanning, including mirror and blind spot checks for filtering cyclists and motorcyclists, is essential prior to steering across opposing lanes.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess the yellow box junction and verify that the intended exit road is clear and unobstructed.
Confirmation that the vehicle will not become trapped across the junction blocking cross traffic.
The Highway Code prohibits entering a box junction unless the exit road is clear, with a specific exception for right turns blocked only by oncoming traffic.
2
Move forward into the box junction to wait in a suitable position for a safe gap in oncoming traffic.
The vehicle is correctly positioned to complete the turn as soon as oncoming traffic clears.
Waiting within the box junction prevents unnecessary delay and maintains traffic flow.
3
Perform thorough observations, including checking mirrors and blind spots for filtering two-wheelers and pedestrians crossing the target road, before turning.
Safe completion of the right turn without causing conflict with oncoming or filtering road users.
Cyclists and motorcyclists may be passing stationary or moving oncoming traffic on either side.

Key Concept

Yellow Box Junction Rules and Right-Turn Observation Routine
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 231Question →

When following a large vehicle on an urban road with side turnings, how can you best anticipate hazards that may emerge further ahead?

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Answer: Drop back to get a wider and clearer view of the road ahead and approaching junctions

Answer

Dropping back from the large vehicle provides a wider field of view, allowing you to scan ahead and anticipate hazards early.
Dropping back from a large vehicle significantly widens your field of view. This expanded line of sight allows you to continuously scan the road ahead, observe road signs, and anticipate emerging risks from side turnings or pedestrian crossings well before they become immediate hazards.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the restriction on your forward vision caused by following closely behind a large vehicle.
Recognise that a close following distance severely restricts your forward visual field, concealing side junctions and potential road hazards.
Early anticipation relies on an unobstructed view of the surrounding environment.
2
Increase your separation distance by dropping back.
Your sightlines open up, expanding your peripheral and forward view across side turnings and pedestrian paths.
A broader visual field enables continuous scanning and gives more time to react smoothly to emerging risks.

Key Concept

Maintaining a generous following distance behind large vehicles to maximise your forward field of vision for continuous scanning and hazard anticipation.
Estimated Time:45s
Question 232Question →

You have parked your car on the right-hand side of a one-way street. Which TWO observation checks are essential before you signal and move off into the flow of traffic?

Select all that apply

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Answer: Check your left exterior mirror for vehicles and cyclists approaching from behind; Look over your left shoulder to check the blind area on your passenger side

Answer

Check your left exterior mirror for vehicles and cyclists approaching from behind, and look over your left shoulder to check the blind area on your passenger side.
When parked on the right-hand side of a one-way street, passing traffic approaches from behind on your left. Safe pre-manoeuvre observation requires checking the left exterior mirror and looking over your left shoulder to check the blind spot on the passenger side before signalling and moving off.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate the traffic flow pattern relative to your vehicle's position on the right-hand side of the one-way street.
Identify that passing traffic, including motor vehicles and cyclists, can legally approach and pass on your left side.
Unlike standard two-way roads where traffic flows on the right of a parked vehicle, a one-way street allows vehicles to pass on either side.
2
Check the interior mirror and left exterior mirror.
Observe approaching road users in the left lane behind you.
Mirror observation is the first step of the Mirrors-Signal-Manoeuvre routine to assess rearward traffic.
3
Perform a physical over-the-shoulder check to the left (nearside blind spot).
Ensures no pedestrians, cyclists, or vehicles are positioned alongside in areas hidden by the vehicle pillars and mirror blind spots.
Mirrors cannot capture the entire area alongside the passenger side, making a physical head check critical before moving away.

Key Concept

All-round observation routines and blind spot checks when moving off from the offside of a one-way street.
Estimated Time:45s
Question 233Question →

According to the Highway Code, different background colours on direction signs indicate the classification of the road or destination. Match each directional sign background colour with the correct route type or purpose.

Click a left item, then click its matching right item

Items

Blue background
Green background
White background
Brown background

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Answer

Blue background matches Motorway routes; Green background matches Primary routes; White background matches Non-primary routes; Brown background matches Tourist attractions and leisure facilities.
In the UK, directional signs follow a strict colour code: blue backgrounds are used on motorways, green backgrounds indicate primary routes, white backgrounds indicate non-primary or local routes, and brown backgrounds indicate tourist attractions or leisure facilities.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the standard UK Highway Code colour scheme for directional signage.
Blue is designated for motorways, green for primary routes (A-roads forming primary networks), white for non-primary routes, and brown for tourist/leisure destinations.
The Highway Code uses standardized background colours to immediately communicate road classification to drivers.
2
Pair each background colour on the left with its corresponding road or facility classification on the right.
Blue pairs with Motorway routes, Green pairs with Primary routes, White pairs with Non-primary routes, and Brown pairs with Tourist attractions and leisure facilities.
Each colour uniquely identifies a single road type or destination category.

Key Concept

Highway Code Direction Sign Colour Coding
Estimated Time:45s
Question 234Question →

You are approaching a zebra crossing and observe white zig-zag lines painted on the road along both the kerb and the centre line. What do these road markings indicate?

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Answer: You must not park, wait, or overtake the leading moving vehicle.

Answer

You must not park, wait, or overtake the leading moving vehicle.
White zig-zag markings on the approach to and exit from pedestrian crossings mean that you must not park or wait at any time, and you must not overtake the leading moving vehicle. This rule ensures that both drivers and pedestrians have an unobstructed view of the crossing area.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the specific road marking described in the scenario.
The markings are white zig-zag lines painted on the approach to and exit from a pedestrian crossing.
Recognising the marking allows application of the correct Highway Code rule.
2
Recall the legal prohibitions and requirements associated with white zig-zag lines.
Vehicles are strictly forbidden from parking, waiting, loading, and overtaking the leading moving vehicle in the controlled area.
These restrictions exist to keep sightlines clear so that pedestrians and drivers can see each other clearly.
3
Select the statement that accurately reflects these prohibitions.
The statement specifying that you must not park, wait, or overtake the leading moving vehicle is selected.
This matches UK Highway Code Rule 191.

Key Concept

White zig-zag road markings at pedestrian crossings prohibit parking, waiting, and overtaking to protect pedestrian visibility.
Estimated Time:45s
Question 235Question →

You are waiting at a Give Way junction intending to turn right onto a dual carriageway. The central reservation is narrower than the length of your vehicle. What action should you take?

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Answer: Wait until traffic is clear in both directions before emerging to complete the turn in one continuous manoeuvre

Answer

Wait until traffic is clear in both directions before emerging to complete the turn in one continuous manoeuvre.
Under Highway Code Rule 173, when turning right onto or crossing a dual carriageway, you must assess whether the central reservation is deep enough to protect your vehicle. If it is too narrow, you must treat both carriageways as a single road and wait at the Give Way line until both directions are completely clear before emerging.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess the depth of the central reservation opening before attempting to cross or turn right.
Identify that the central reservation is too narrow to hold the full length of the vehicle safely.
Prevents entering a central gap where the vehicle would dangerously overhang the carriageway.
2
Apply Highway Code Rule 173 for narrow central reservations.
Determine that the junction must be treated as one single road rather than two separate crossing stages.
Ensures the driver does not stop mid-junction and block active traffic lanes.
3
Hold position at the Give Way line until simultaneous clear gaps appear in traffic from both the right and left.
Safely emerge and complete the turn into the far carriageway without stopping in the middle.
Maintains clear lanes and eliminates the risk of rear-end or side-impact collisions.

Key Concept

Dual Carriageway Junction Priority and Central Reservation Assessment
Estimated Time:50s
Question 236Question →

Safe vehicle handling at night requires adapting your driving technique and vehicle controls to different driving scenarios. Match each night driving scenario to its correct driver action according to the Highway Code.

Click a left item, then click its matching right item

Items

Waiting in a stationary traffic queue at night
Overtaking a vehicle on an unlit single-carriageway road
Approaching a sharp bend on an unlit country lane
Driving along a well-lit street in a built-up area

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Answer

Waiting in a stationary traffic queue matches applying the parking brake and releasing the footbrake; overtaking on an unlit road matches keeping headlights dipped until parallel with the other vehicle; approaching a sharp bend on an unlit lane matches dipping headlights early; and driving on a well-lit built-up street matches using dipped headlights.
Each scenario represents a specific vehicle control and lighting requirement under the Highway Code: applying the parking brake in queues avoids dazzle from high-intensity brake lights; keeping headlights dipped until alongside an overtaken vehicle prevents blinding the driver through mirrors; dipping headlights before rural bends protects unseen oncoming road users; and using dipped headlights in built-up areas provides appropriate illumination without glare.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze stationary queue etiquette at night
Identify that pressing the footbrake keeps bright brake lights illuminated, causing dazzling glare to the following driver, which is resolved by applying the parking brake and releasing the pedal.
Highway Code Rule 114 specifically advises drivers in stationary queues to apply the parking brake.
2
Determine beam timing during overtaking manoeuvres
Identify that full beams will dazzle the driver being overtaken via side and rear mirrors until your vehicle is level with them.
Maintaining dipped beam until parallel prevents blinding the other road user.
3
Evaluate lighting requirements for rural bends and lit urban roads
Identify that approaching bends requires early dipping to protect oncoming traffic around the curve, while lit urban roads require dipped beams to maintain visibility without excessive glare.
Appropriate beam selection balances forward visibility against dazzling other road users.

Key Concept

Highway Code rules for headlight beam management and glare prevention during night driving
Estimated Time:1m 30s
Question 237Question →

Match each UK traffic light signal aspect with its precise legal requirement and required driver action under the Highway Code.

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Items

Red and amber illuminated simultaneously at a standard junction traffic light
Steady amber light displayed alone immediately following a green signal
Twin alternating flashing red lights at a level crossing or emergency vehicle exit
Green filter arrow illuminated alongside a main circular red light

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Answer

Red and amber simultaneously matches mandatory stop while preparing to go; steady amber alone matches stopping unless unsafe to do so; twin flashing red lights match mandatory stop until lights extinguish; green filter arrow with circular red matches proceeding only in the arrow direction.
Each signal aspect under UK traffic law conveys a distinct legal obligation: red and amber means prepare to go but remain stopped; steady amber requires stopping unless doing so risks a collision; twin alternating flashing red lights require an absolute stop until extinguished; and green filter arrows permit movement exclusively along the indicated path.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the legal command for red and amber shown together.
Recognise that red and amber signifies the intermediate phase before green, requiring the vehicle to remain behind the stop line until green illuminates.
Highway Code Rule 175 dictates that red and amber means stop and wait.
2
Evaluate the rule for a single steady amber light following green.
Identify that amber requires stopping at the line unless braking would be dangerous or the stop line has already been crossed.
Highway Code Rule 175 allows passing on amber only under strict safety exemption criteria.
3
Differentiate alternating twin red flashing lights from standard junction phases.
Determine that wig-wag signals represent an absolute legal stop until completely deactivated.
Level crossings and lifting bridges use twin flashing red lights to warn of severe immediate hazards.
4
Determine the function of a directional green filter arrow paired with a main red aspect.
Establish that drivers heading in the designated arrow direction may proceed while other movements must wait.
Filter arrows safely segregate traffic flow movements at multi-phase junctions.

Key Concept

UK Highway Code Traffic Light and Special Signal Meanings and Legal Obligations
Estimated Time:1m 30s
Question 238Question →

As you follow a long articulated lorry approaching a tight left-hand junction, the lorry indicates left but swings out towards the right before turning. What should you do?

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Answer: Stay well back and wait for the lorry to complete its turn

Answer

Stay well back and wait for the lorry to complete its turn safely.
Long articulated vehicles need extra road space to navigate tight corners. When turning left, the cab may swing out towards the right so that the rear trailer wheels do not mount the pavement or strike street furniture. Drivers behind must hold back, remain patient, and give the vehicle sufficient room to complete the turn.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Recognise the vehicle's indicator signal and physical dimensions
Identify that the lorry is preparing to turn left into a restricted junction.
Large vehicles require significant room and often swing out in the opposite direction to clear the kerb with their rear wheels.
2
Assess the swept path and blind spots of the long vehicle
Determine that moving into the gap on the nearside or overtaking on the offside presents a severe hazard.
The trailer cuts across the nearside road space during the turn and the driver cannot see into close blind spots.
3
Hold back at a safe following distance
Allow the lorry full use of the road until the manoeuvre is finished.
Maintaining distance ensures safety, visibility, and smooth traffic flow according to the Highway Code.

Key Concept

Giving adequate clearance and observing the turning path of large goods vehicles at junctions
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 239Question →

You are driving at night on an unlit single carriageway and decide to overtake a slower vehicle ahead. At what point during the manoeuvre should you switch your headlights from dipped beam to main beam?

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Answer: When you are level with or past the vehicle you are overtaking

Answer

Switch your headlights to main beam when you are level with or past the vehicle you are overtaking, provided the road ahead is clear.
When overtaking another vehicle at night on an unlit road, you must keep your headlights on dipped beam while following behind and pulling out. You should only switch to main beam once you are level with or past the vehicle being overtaken, provided there are no oncoming vehicles that would be dazzled.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Maintain dipped headlights while approaching and preparing to overtake
Your headlights do not reflect into the rear-view or side mirrors of the vehicle ahead, preventing driver dazzle.
Main beam headlights from behind reflect directly into mirrors and temporarily blind the driver in front.
2
Switch to main beam only once your vehicle is parallel with or has moved past the overtaken vehicle
Full illumination of the road ahead is restored without shining into the other driver's mirrors.
At this position, the beam angle is directed down the open road ahead rather than into the other driver's field of vision.

Key Concept

Headlight control and dazzle prevention during night overtaking
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 240Question →

You are driving along an urban road and intend to turn left into a side street. As you approach the junction, you notice a cyclist travelling in the same direction on your left-hand side. Which action should you take?

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Answer: Wait behind the cyclist and allow them to pass the junction before making your turn

Answer

Wait behind the cyclist and allow them to pass the junction before making your turn
According to the Highway Code, drivers must give way to cyclists travelling straight ahead when turning into a side road. You should wait behind the cyclist and only carry out the turn once they have safely passed the junction.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Observe the cyclist approaching on the nearside and check your mirrors and blind spots as you approach the junction.
Identifies that a vulnerable road user is proceeding straight ahead along the main road.
Cyclists travelling straight ahead have priority over vehicles turning across their path.
2
Adjust your speed and stay safely behind the cyclist rather than overtaking or cutting across.
Leaves adequate clearance and prevents a 'left hook' collision.
The Highway Code requires drivers not to cut across cyclists going ahead when turning into a side road.
3
Perform a final check of your nearside mirror and blind spot before steering into the side road once the cyclist has cleared the junction.
The turn is completed safely without compromising the safety of any road users.
Confirms the road is fully clear before executing the manoeuvre.

Key Concept

Priority and safety when turning across the path of cyclists at junctions
Estimated Time:1m 0s
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