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Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Brazil.

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Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

551. Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

To give the dog priority when crossing the road.
To make it easier for drivers to hear the dog.
To allow the dog to walk closer to moving traffic.
✓ To prevent it from suddenly running into the road.

Dogs can react unpredictably to vehicles, people, noises, or other animals. Keeping a dog under close control on a leash near traffic reduces the risk of it suddenly entering the road and endangering itself or other road users.

Pedestrian keeping a dog on a leash near traffic
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What should you expect if the engine suddenly stalls while the vehicle is moving?

552. What should you expect if the engine suddenly stalls while the vehicle is moving?

The vehicle will stop immediately when the engine stops.
Power assistance will continue working normally.
The steering will become lighter as the vehicle slows.
✓ Steering and braking may require more effort, so move to a safe place.

Power assistance may be reduced when the engine stops. Keep control, use the hazard lights if needed, and steer toward a safe stopping area.

Driver responding to an engine stall while moving
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How can unnecessary weight affect a vehicle's energy use?

553. How can unnecessary weight affect a vehicle's energy use?

It always reduces fuel consumption.
✓ It can increase the energy needed to move the vehicle.
It improves braking efficiency.
It makes the vehicle easier to accelerate.

Extra weight generally requires more energy when accelerating and climbing. Removing unnecessary heavy items can help reduce fuel or energy consumption while keeping all essential equipment in the vehicle.

Extra luggage adding weight to a vehicle
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What should you do if a tyre-pressure warning appears and handling changes?

554. What should you do if a tyre-pressure warning appears and handling changes?

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely to check the tyres.
Brake firmly to test whether the tyre still has grip.
Release air from the other tyres to balance the pressure.
Continue until the warning light goes out by itself.

A pressure loss or damaged tyre can affect steering and braking. If the tyre-pressure warning appears together with a change in handling, it may indicate a serious tyre problem. Stop safely and inspect the tyres before continuing.

Tyre-pressure warning and a tyre inspection
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Why should you leave extra space when passing road workers?

555. Why should you leave extra space when passing road workers?

Road workers always have priority over passing traffic.
To keep construction dust away from your vehicle.
Road workers are protected by the construction barriers.
✓ They may be working close to moving traffic.

Workers may be only a short distance from passing vehicles. Reduce speed and leave as much safe space as possible.

Vehicle passing workers close to the road
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What should you do if animals are gathered beside a narrow rural road?

556. What should you do if animals are gathered beside a narrow rural road?

✓ Reduce speed and pass only when there is enough space.
Sound your horn so the animals move away.
Maintain speed because the animals are beside the road.
Use the opposite lane without checking.

Animals beside a narrow road may step into your path. Slow down and leave as much safe space as possible.

Animals gathered beside a narrow rural road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

557. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Windscreen washer.
Air conditioning.
✓ Front windscreen demister.
Rear window demister.

This symbol indicates the front windscreen demister. It directs airflow towards the windscreen to help clear condensation, mist or frost and restore a clear view.

Front windscreen demister symbol on the dashboard
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Why is it dangerous to drive through standing water at speed?

558. Why is it dangerous to drive through standing water at speed?

The water can increase tyre pressure.
✓ The tyres may lose contact with the road.
The suspension becomes firmer at higher speed.
The brakes become more effective when wet.

Driving too fast through water can cause aquaplaning, where the tyres lose grip and the driver may lose control.

Vehicle travelling through standing water
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How should you brake on a slippery road?

559. How should you brake on a slippery road?

✓ Brake gently and progressively.
Use the parking brake to help slow the vehicle.
Steer sharply while braking to avoid slippery areas.
Brake harder than usual to shorten the stopping distance.

Sudden braking can cause the wheels to lose grip. Smooth, progressive braking reduces the risk of skidding.

Braking on a slippery road surface
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What should you do if a motorcycle's drive chain is too loose?

560. What should you do if a motorcycle's drive chain is too loose?

Lubricate it and ignore the loose tension.
✓ Adjust it correctly or have it checked before riding.
Increase speed to keep the chain under tension.
Tighten it as much as possible.

A loose drive chain can affect power transmission, damage components, or come off the sprockets. The chain should have the correct tension and lubrication specified by the motorcycle manufacturer. A chain that is too tight can also cause damage.

Loose drive chain on a motorcycle
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Which gear is used to drive a manual vehicle backwards?

561. Which gear is used to drive a manual vehicle backwards?

✓ R (Reverse).
Neutral.
1st gear.
2nd gear.

Select R (Reverse) when you need to drive a manual vehicle backwards. The vehicle should be stationary before Reverse is selected.

Manual gear lever and gear-selection pattern
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What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

562. What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

Drive close behind before starting the overtake.
Overtake whenever the vehicle ahead is moving slowly.
✓ Make sure it is safe and allowed.
Move out first and check whether the road is clear.

Before overtaking, check the road, mirrors, blind spots, signs, and markings, use your indicator, and only overtake when it is safe and permitted.

Vehicle preparing to overtake another vehicle
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

563. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Rear window demister.
Air conditioning.
Heated steering wheel.
✓ Seat heating.

This control activates the seat heating, which warms the seat cushion and, on many vehicles, the backrest. Several heat levels may be available.

Heated-seat control and symbol
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Why should cyclists avoid using a handheld phone?

564. Why should cyclists avoid using a handheld phone?

Because a phone may be used only at low speeds.
✓ It reduces your control and attention.
Because phones can interfere with bicycle electronics.
Because phones must be switched off while cycling.

Using a phone can distract you and may prevent you from steering, braking, or reacting properly.

Cyclist using a handheld phone
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

565. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Forward-collision warning.
Parking assistance.
Electronic stability control.
Adaptive cruise control.

This symbol relates to the forward-collision warning or automatic emergency braking system. It may warn the driver when the vehicle detects a risk of collision with traffic ahead.

Forward-collision warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should happen after an airbag has deployed?

566. What should happen after an airbag has deployed?

The airbag can be folded back into the dashboard.
Only the airbag warning light needs to be reset.
✓ The restraint system should be professionally inspected and repaired.
The airbag can be removed and the vehicle used normally.

A deployed airbag is a single-use safety component. After deployment, the restraint system should be professionally inspected and the airbag and any other affected components replaced or repaired as required before the system is relied upon again.

Deployed airbag inside a vehicle
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Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

567. Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

It causes the tyres to lose pressure.
It prevents the brake lights from working properly.
It makes the steering less responsive afterwards.
✓ Vehicles behind may not have time to react.

Sudden braking can surprise drivers behind you and increase the risk of a rear-end collision.

Following traffic and the risk of sudden braking
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Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Brazil?

568. Is a fire extinguisher required in cars in Brazil?

✓ No.
Yes.

Cars in Brazil are not generally required to carry a fire extinguisher.

Fire extinguisher carried in a vehicle
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

569. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Electronic stability control.
Four-wheel drive.
Parking assistance.
✓ Driving mode selection.

This control selects a driving mode. Depending on the vehicle, different modes can alter characteristics such as accelerator response, steering assistance, transmission behaviour or energy use.

Selector for the vehicle's driving modes
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What should you do if your lane is blocked by an obstacle?

570. What should you do if your lane is blocked by an obstacle?

Signal and expect oncoming traffic to make room.
Speed up to keep traffic flowing around the obstacle.
✓ Slow down, check carefully, and give way if needed.
Move around it because the obstacle gives you priority.

If your lane is blocked, reduce speed, check mirrors and oncoming traffic, and only move around the obstacle when it is safe.

Obstacle blocking a vehicle's lane
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Why should you not use water on a fire involving live electrical equipment?

571. Why should you not use water on a fire involving live electrical equipment?

Water prevents the power supply from switching off.
Water can make the electrical equipment restart.
✓ Water can conduct electricity and create an electric-shock hazard.
Water can cause the battery to charge more quickly.

Do not use water on a fire involving energised electrical equipment, because water can conduct electricity and create a serious electric-shock hazard. Keep clear, disconnect the power only if it is safe to do so, and call the emergency services. Use only a suitable fire extinguisher if it is safe and you know how to use it.

Fire involving live electrical equipment
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Why should you adjust the seat and mirrors correctly before driving?

572. Why should you adjust the seat and mirrors correctly before driving?

To reduce the vehicle's stopping distance.
To make the steering and pedals easier to operate.
✓ To maintain good control and a clear view around the vehicle.
To improve the grip of the tyres.

A correct driving position helps you operate the pedals and steering comfortably and maintain proper control. Correctly adjusted mirrors improve your view around the vehicle and help reduce blind spots. Adjust both before starting your journey.

Adjusting the driving position and mirrors before a journey
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Which speed unit is used in Brazil?

573. Which speed unit is used in Brazil?

Miles per hour (mph).
✓ Kilometres per hour (km/h).

Road speeds in Brazil are shown in kilometres per hour (km/h).

Road speed expressed in kilometres per hour
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What does the SET function of cruise control normally do?

574. What does the SET function of cruise control normally do?

Applies the brakes automatically.
Switches cruise control off.
✓ Stores the current speed as the cruising speed.
Returns to a previously stored speed.

The SET function normally stores the vehicle's current speed as the cruise-control speed. Use it only when the road, traffic, and driving conditions are suitable.

SET button for storing a cruising speed
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What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

575. What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

✓ Keep control and stop safely before retrieving it.
Reach down and remove it while continuing to drive.
Use your foot to push it towards the passenger side.
Brake suddenly so the object moves forwards.

Do not reach down for an object while driving, as this takes your attention away from the road and can affect vehicle control. If something falls into the driver's footwell, keep control of the vehicle and stop somewhere safe before removing it.

Dropped object close to the driver's pedals
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How can parking too close to a junction affect visibility?

576. How can parking too close to a junction affect visibility?

It affects only the driver of the parked vehicle.
It blocks the view only for pedestrians.
It has no effect if the hazard lights are on.
✓ It can block the view between road users.

Parking too close to a junction can block visibility. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians may have difficulty seeing each other in time.

Parked vehicle obstructing visibility near a junction
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You should stay focused on the road and avoid unnecessary distractions.

577. You should stay focused on the road and avoid unnecessary distractions.

✓ True.
False.

Distractions reduce awareness and reaction time, making driving more dangerous.

Driver keeping attention on the road ahead
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How should you use the brake pedal during emergency braking in a vehicle with ABS?

578. How should you use the brake pedal during emergency braking in a vehicle with ABS?

✓ Press it firmly and keep it pressed.
Use the parking brake instead.
Release it if the pedal vibrates.
Pump it rapidly.

During emergency braking with ABS, press the brake pedal firmly and keep it pressed. Pulsation or vibration through the pedal can be normal while ABS is operating, so do not pump or release the brake.

Firm brake-pedal pressure during emergency braking with ABS
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Why should you avoid remaining beside a large vehicle on a motorway?

579. Why should you avoid remaining beside a large vehicle on a motorway?

Large vehicles always travel more slowly than cars.
✓ You may remain in its blind spot and have less room to escape.
Their tyres may reduce the motorway speed limit.
Large vehicles cannot change lanes at motorway speeds.

Large vehicles have significant blind spots. Avoid travelling alongside them longer than necessary.

Vehicle alongside a large vehicle on a motorway
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What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

580. What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

The power steering remains fully active.
✓ The steering lock may engage.
The steering becomes lighter.
The wheels automatically straighten.

On vehicles fitted with a steering lock, removing the ignition key may allow the steering lock to engage. Never remove the key while the vehicle is moving.

Ignition key and vehicle steering lock
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What should you check before beginning a journey in severe winter weather?

581. What should you check before beginning a journey in severe winter weather?

✓ The weather, road conditions, tyres, fuel or charge, and emergency supplies.
Only whether you have enough fuel or charge.
Nothing extra if the vehicle has winter tyres.
Check whether other vehicles are using the roads.

Check whether the journey is necessary and prepare for delays or changing conditions. Suitable tyres, sufficient fuel or charge, warm clothing, and basic emergency supplies may be important.

Preparing a vehicle for a winter journey
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

582. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking brake applied.
✓ Anti-lock braking system warning.
Brake-pad wear warning.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol indicates a possible fault with the anti-lock braking system (ABS). Normal braking may still be available, but ABS may not operate during heavy braking, so the system should be checked.

Anti-lock braking system warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do before attempting to jump-start a vehicle?

583. What should you do before attempting to jump-start a vehicle?

✓ Check the owner's manual and make sure the connections are compatible.
Use any battery that physically fits the vehicle.
Start both vehicles before connecting the leads.
Connect the leads without checking their polarity.

Incorrect jump-starting can damage electrical systems, cause sparks, or make a battery explode. Connect the leads in the correct order before starting the vehicles, and follow the manufacturer's procedure exactly.

Preparing to jump-start a vehicle battery
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What should you do if a motorcycle helmet visor is badly scratched?

584. What should you do if a motorcycle helmet visor is badly scratched?

Use it only during daylight.
Ride with the visor raised.
Cover the scratches with clear tape.
✓ Replace it before riding.

A badly scratched or damaged visor can reduce or distort your view, especially in bright sunlight or at night. Replace a visor that no longer provides a clear, safe view and follow the helmet manufacturer's instructions.

Scratched visor on a motorcycle helmet
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What should you do when following a cyclist on a narrow road?

585. What should you do when following a cyclist on a narrow road?

Drive close behind until there is room to pass.
✓ Keep a safe distance and overtake only when there is enough space.
Sound your horn so the cyclist moves aside.
Overtake as soon as your vehicle can fit past.

Cyclists may need to avoid potholes, drains, or wind gusts. Keep distance and only pass when you can leave plenty of space.

Vehicle following a cyclist on a narrow road
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Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

586. Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

To keep the windscreen clear.
✓ To see better and be seen by others.
To prevent the tyres from slipping.
To reduce fuel consumption.

Headlights help you see the road and make your vehicle more visible to other road users in fog, rain, darkness, or poor weather.

Vehicle using headlights in reduced visibility
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

587. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Fuel-filler flap release.
✓ Bonnet release.
Boot release.
Central door locking.

This control releases the bonnet so that it can be opened. A secondary safety catch under the bonnet normally has to be released before it can be fully raised.

Bonnet-release control and symbol
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How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

588. How can worn tyres affect driving in heavy rain?

They clear water from the road more effectively.
✓ They increase the risk of aquaplaning.
They reduce the chance of skidding at low speeds.
They make steering more responsive in heavy rain.

Tyre tread helps channel water away and maintain grip. Worn tyres cannot clear water as effectively, increasing stopping distance and the risk of aquaplaning.

Worn tyre tread and wet-road grip
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

589. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Automatic headlights.
Front fog lights.
Main beam.
✓ Headlight level adjustment.

This control adjusts the vertical aim of the headlights. It can be used to lower the beam when the vehicle is heavily loaded, helping to avoid dazzling other road users.

Control for adjusting the headlight beam height
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What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

590. What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

Press the brake pedal instead.
✓ Ease off it while pressing the clutch.
Press it fully while pressing the clutch.
Keep it pressed at the same position.

When changing to a higher gear, ease off the accelerator as you press the clutch and select the next gear. Release the clutch smoothly and then apply the accelerator progressively.

Changing to a higher gear in a manual vehicle
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What should you do when approaching a narrow road with oncoming traffic?

591. What should you do when approaching a narrow road with oncoming traffic?

Maintain your speed if there appears to be enough room.
Expect the oncoming driver to make room for you.
✓ Slow down and give space when needed.
Move closer to the road edge without reducing speed.

On narrow roads, reduce speed and be prepared to stop or use a suitable passing place. Leave enough space for the oncoming vehicle and avoid forcing either vehicle into an unsafe position.

Oncoming vehicles approaching a narrow stretch of road
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