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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Ireland
True/false 17 Ireland 34 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 641
What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

401. What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

To tighten the parking brake.
To release the seat belt from the buckle.
To adjust the seat height.
✓ To take up slack and lock the belt when necessary.

The seat-belt retractor takes up slack and helps keep the belt properly positioned against the body. It allows normal movement but can lock during sudden braking, rapid belt movement or a collision.

Seat-belt webbing and retracting mechanism
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

402. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Bonnet release.
Central door locking.
Parking brake.
✓ Fuel-filler flap release.

This control releases the fuel-filler flap, allowing access to the vehicle's fuel filler.

Release control for the fuel-filler flap
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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

403. You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

True.
✓ False.

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop, even if no other traffic is visible.

Stop sign at a quiet junction
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What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

404. What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

Turn sharply against the direction of the wind.
✓ Keep calm and steer smoothly to maintain your lane.
Brake hard immediately to stop the vehicle moving sideways.
Release the steering wheel briefly and let the vehicle settle.

Strong winds can push your vehicle off course, especially at higher speeds. Reduce speed and use smooth steering to stay in control.

Crosswind affecting a vehicle's road position
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What should you do when driving near animals?

405. What should you do when driving near animals?

✓ Slow down and be ready to stop.
Move closer so you can pass before they react.
Sound your horn to make them move away.
Maintain speed if they remain beside the road.

Animals can move unpredictably. Slow down, stay alert, and be prepared to stop safely.

Animals near moving road traffic
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What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

406. What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

Walk along the road to find assistance.
Switch off all lights to preserve the battery.
Try to push the vehicle out of the traffic lane.
✓ Stay inside, use hazard lights, and call the emergency services.

If leaving the vehicle would put you in greater danger, remain restrained, make the vehicle visible, contact the emergency services, and follow their instructions.

Vehicle stranded among moving traffic
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What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

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

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

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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Why is adequate tyre tread important?

408. Why is adequate tyre tread important?

✓ It helps maintain grip and move water away from the tyre.
It makes wheel alignment unnecessary.
It keeps the tyres from becoming warm while driving.
It increases the amount of power from the engine.

Tyre tread helps the vehicle grip the road and disperse water. Worn tread increases the risk of skidding and aquaplaning, especially in wet conditions.

Tread grooves on a vehicle tyre
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Why should you avoid sudden braking when it is not necessary?

409. 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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What is the minimum licence for a bus designed for more than 16 passengers?

410. What is the minimum licence for a bus designed for more than 16 passengers?

Licence B.
Licence D1E.
✓ Licence D.
Licence C.

Category D1 is limited to vehicles designed for no more than 16 passengers in addition to the driver. A bus designed for more than 16 passengers therefore requires category D.

Bus designed for more than 16 passengers
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What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

411. What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

Follow the normal traffic signs instead.
Follow the vehicle ahead instead of the worker's signal.
✓ Follow the worker's signals and instructions.
Obey only if traffic has completely stopped.

Authorised road workers may control traffic through a work zone. Watch carefully and follow their directions.

Road worker directing traffic
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Why should you take regular breaks during a long journey?

412. Why should you take regular breaks during a long journey?

To reduce tyre pressure.
To make the journey feel shorter.
To improve fuel quality.
✓ To help prevent fatigue and maintain concentration.

Regular breaks during a long journey help reduce fatigue and maintain concentration. Do not wait until you are struggling to stay awake before stopping to rest.

Driver resting during a long journey
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What should you do before overtaking while towing a trailer?

413. What should you do before overtaking while towing a trailer?

Follow closely before moving out to overtake.
Begin overtaking as soon as the road looks clear.
✓ Allow extra time and distance for the manoeuvre.
Assume the trailer will follow the same path as the vehicle.

A towing vehicle accelerates more slowly, and the trailer makes the whole vehicle combination longer. Remember to allow a much larger safe gap before overtaking and enough space to return safely to your lane.

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Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

414. Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

✓ N (Neutral).
D (Drive).
P (Park).
R (Reverse).

Select N (Neutral) when drive should not be transmitted to the wheels. Unlike Park, Neutral does not lock the transmission to prevent the vehicle from rolling.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

415. Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

Heat can make the fuel nozzle stop automatically.
Open flames can reduce the fuel's quality.
Smoke can prevent the fuel cap from sealing.
✓ Fuel vapours can ignite and cause a fire.

Petrol and other fuels can produce flammable vapours. Smoking, open flames, sparks, or other ignition sources can ignite these vapours and cause a serious fire. Follow all filling-station safety rules while refuelling.

No-smoking warning at a filling station
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Must cars carry equipment for dealing with a puncture in Ireland?

416. Must cars carry equipment for dealing with a puncture in Ireland?

✓ No.
Yes.

Cars in Ireland are not generally required to carry a spare wheel or tyre repair kit.

Vehicle equipment for dealing with a puncture
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Is a warning triangle required in cars in Ireland?

417. Is a warning triangle required in cars in Ireland?

✓ No.
Yes.

Cars in Ireland are not generally required to carry a warning triangle.

Warning triangle carried as vehicle safety equipment
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What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

418. What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

Brake firmly before the tyres begin to slide.
Steer around loose patches whenever possible.
✓ Slow down and avoid sudden steering or braking.
Maintain your speed and avoid using the brakes.

Loose gravel reduces grip and can make the vehicle skid. Slow down and use smooth steering and braking.

Vehicle on a loose gravel road
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What should you do if your motorcycle helmet visor starts to fog?

419. What should you do if your motorcycle helmet visor starts to fog?

✓ Reduce speed and clear the visor safely.
Close all helmet vents completely.
Keep riding at the same speed until it clears.
Look around the side of the visor instead.

A fogged visor can seriously reduce your view of the road. Reduce speed and use the helmet's ventilation, demisting or anti-fog features where available. If you cannot restore a clear view safely, stop in a safe place before continuing.

Misted visor on a motorcycle helmet
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Why should you avoid stopping in a blind spot of a large vehicle?

420. Why should you avoid stopping in a blind spot of a large vehicle?

Stopping beside a large vehicle makes you easier to see.
The driver can always see you in the mirrors.
Blind spots only matter when a vehicle is reversing.
✓ The driver may not be able to see you.

Large vehicles have bigger blind spots. If you stop where the driver cannot see you, you may be at risk when the vehicle moves or turns.

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What should you do if an EV charging cable or connector is damaged?

421. What should you do if an EV charging cable or connector is damaged?

Cover the damaged area and continue charging.
✓ Do not use it, and report or arrange repair of the damage.
Reduce the charging power and continue using it.
Use it if the vehicle still begins charging.

Do not use a damaged charging cable or connector. Damage can create a risk of electric shock, overheating, or fire. Use suitable undamaged charging equipment and report the fault or arrange professional repair or replacement.

Damaged electric-vehicle charging cable or connector
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What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

422. What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

Accelerate through the rain to clear it more quickly.
Use main beam to improve visibility.
Use cruise control to maintain a constant speed.
✓ Reduce speed and increase your following distance.

Heavy rain reduces grip and visibility. Lower speed and extra distance give you more time to react safely.

Vehicle travelling through heavy rain
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How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

423. How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

Ride side by side even when traffic cannot pass safely.
Keep the same speed even when gaps become unsafe.
Follow the cyclist ahead without checking traffic yourself.
✓ Predictably, with safe gaps and clear communication.

Safe spacing and communication help group members respond to braking, turns, obstacles, and changing traffic conditions.

Group of cyclists riding along a road
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You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

424. You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

✓ False.
True.

An amber light means you should stop if you can do so safely. If you are too close to stop safely, continue through the junction with caution.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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What is the best place to cross the road?

425. What is the best place to cross the road?

Near a bend if approaching traffic seems slow.
✓ At a designated crossing.
At the shortest point, even if visibility is limited.
At a junction without checking for turning traffic.

Use a designated crossing whenever possible. It is usually the safest place to cross the road.

Designated crossing for pedestrians
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

426. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Parking assistance.
Electronic stability control.
Four-wheel drive.
✓ 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 does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

427. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Central door locking.
Airbag-system fault.
✓ Passenger airbag deactivation.
Child safety lock.

This control allows the front passenger airbag to be deactivated on vehicles equipped with this function. The airbag must be deactivated when a rear-facing child restraint is used on the front passenger seat.

Front passenger airbag deactivation control
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Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

428. Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

✓ Because visibility and grip may be reduced.
To make the windscreen wipers work better.
To prevent the tyres from losing air pressure.
To reduce fuel consumption.

Rain, snow, fog, and ice can reduce visibility and tyre grip. Lower speed gives you more time and distance to react and stop safely.

Vehicle travelling in poor weather
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What should you do if a tyre has a deep cut, bulge, or exposed cords?

429. What should you do if a tyre has a deep cut, bulge, or exposed cords?

✓ Stop using the tyre and arrange professional inspection or replacement.
Increase the tyre pressure and continue driving.
Move the damaged tyre to another wheel position.
Cover the damaged area and keep using the tyre.

Cuts, bulges, and exposed cords can indicate serious structural damage. The tyre may fail suddenly and should not be used normally.

Damaged vehicle tyre requiring inspection
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Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

430. 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 prevent it from suddenly running into the road.
To make approaching vehicles drive more slowly.

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 does this dashboard symbol indicate?

431. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Speed limiter.
Engine-management warning.
✓ Cruise control.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol indicates the cruise-control system. Cruise control can maintain a selected vehicle speed without the driver continuously pressing the accelerator. The exact indicator behaviour can vary between vehicles.

Cruise-control indicator symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you take extra care when crossing a tram or bus lane?

432. Why should you take extra care when crossing a tram or bus lane?

✓ A tram or bus may approach quickly.
These lanes are usually free from moving traffic.
Cars always have priority over trams and buses.
Trams and buses must always stop before crossings.

Check carefully before crossing or entering a tram or bus lane. Trams cannot steer around obstacles, and both trams and buses may need significant distance to stop.

Traffic crossing a lane used by public transport
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

433. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Cabin fan speed.
Windscreen demisting.
Air conditioning.
Air recirculation.

This control adjusts the cabin ventilation fan speed. Increasing the setting moves more air through the vehicle's ventilation and climate-control system.

Control for adjusting the cabin fan speed
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How should you approach a sharp bend on a mountain road?

434. How should you approach a sharp bend on a mountain road?

✓ Reduce speed before the bend and remain in your lane.
Accelerate through the bend to maintain momentum.
Brake hard while turning through the bend.
Move toward the centre of the road for a better view.

Mountain bends may hide oncoming vehicles, cyclists, animals, or debris. Slow down before entering and keep a safe road position.

Sharp bend on a mountain road
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Why should loose items inside a vehicle be secured?

435. Why should loose items inside a vehicle be secured?

They can reduce tyre pressure while driving.
They can make the engine overheat.
✓ They can become dangerous projectiles during sudden braking or a collision.
They can increase the vehicle's fuel consumption.

Loose objects can move or be thrown forwards during sudden braking or a collision. Secure luggage and other items so they cannot injure occupants or interfere with the driver or vehicle controls.

Loose luggage and objects inside a vehicle
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What is the minimum licence for a moped with a design speed over 25 and up to 45 km/h?

436. What is the minimum licence for a moped with a design speed over 25 and up to 45 km/h?

No driving licence is required.
Licence A2.
Licence B.
✓ Licence AM.

Category AM covers certain two- and three-wheeled mopeds with a maximum design speed above 25 km/h and not exceeding 45 km/h, as well as light quadricycles.

Moped with a design speed up to 45 km/h
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Which gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill?

437. Which gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill?

Neutral.
✓ 1st gear.
Reverse.
2nd gear.

1st gear is normally used when moving off from a standstill because it provides the greatest pulling power at low speed.

Manual gear lever and gear-selection pattern
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Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

438. Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

✓ Because braking distances are longer.
To reduce road surface damage.
Because wet roads make the speedometer less accurate.
Because vehicles ahead have priority in rain.

Water reduces grip between the tyres and the road, so it takes longer to slow down or stop safely.

Following distance between vehicles on a wet road
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Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

439. Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

Yes, but only children need restraints in the rear.
Only when travelling on motorways or at higher speeds.
Only if the vehicle does not have rear airbags.
✓ Yes, using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate.

Rear-seat passengers should be securely restrained using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate. Proper restraint reduces the risk of serious injury and prevents occupants from being thrown around or forwards in a collision.

Rear-seat passengers secured for a journey
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What should you do if you are approaching an animal-drawn vehicle?

440. What should you do if you are approaching an animal-drawn vehicle?

Overtake quickly before the animal changes direction.
✓ Slow down and pass carefully with plenty of space.
Sound your horn so the driver notices you.
Flash your headlights to encourage it to move aside.

Animals can be startled by noise or sudden movement. Reduce speed, keep distance, and pass only when it is safe.

Vehicle approaching an animal-drawn vehicle
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What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

441. What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

Move aside quickly without checking around you.
Follow closely behind it once it passes.
Keep riding normally and let the driver find a way past.
✓ Stay alert and move to a safe position without obstructing it.

Emergency vehicles need a clear route. Move predictably and stop only where doing so is safe.

Cyclist near an approaching emergency vehicle
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Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

442. Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

It keeps the trailer more stable in strong winds.
It makes the trailer easier to control.
✓ It can reduce stability and place excessive strain on the vehicle.
It reduces tyre wear on the towing vehicle.

Overloading can affect braking, steering, tyres, suspension, and trailer stability. Always remain within permitted limits. After loading, check that the load is secure and correctly distributed before starting your journey.

Loaded trailer and towing limits
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How can higher speed affect fuel or energy consumption?

443. How can higher speed affect fuel or energy consumption?

It reduces aerodynamic resistance.
It improves tyre efficiency in every situation.
It has no effect once the vehicle is moving.
✓ It can increase consumption because air resistance rises.

As speed increases, aerodynamic resistance generally rises, so the vehicle needs more energy to maintain that speed. Driving smoothly at an appropriate speed can therefore reduce fuel or energy consumption.

Vehicle speed and aerodynamic resistance
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What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

444. What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely if your view is affected.
Continue driving if you can still see part of the road.
Remove loose glass while the vehicle is moving.
Drive faster to reach a safe place sooner.

Severe damage can obstruct your view and weaken the glass. Do not continue if you cannot see the road clearly.

Damaged windscreen affecting the driver's view
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What is the main purpose of a motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder?

445. What is the main purpose of a motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder?

For driving when the motorway is busy.
For stopping to check directions.
For allowing faster vehicles to pass.
✓ For emergencies and breakdowns.

A motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder is primarily intended for emergencies and breakdowns, not normal driving. In some places it may be opened temporarily as a traffic lane when signs or signals specifically permit this.

Motorway hard shoulder beside the traffic lanes
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Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

446. Why should you use a lower gear when driving downhill?

It increases tyre grip on steep roads.
It reduces engine braking to save fuel.
✓ It helps control speed using engine braking.
It allows the vehicle to coast more freely.

Engine braking helps prevent the vehicle from gaining too much speed and reduces strain on the brakes.

Lower-gear selection for a downhill road
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What is the button on a manual handbrake lever used for?

447. What is the button on a manual handbrake lever used for?

To apply the service brakes.
✓ To release the handbrake mechanism.
To select reverse gear.
To unlock the steering.

To release a manual handbrake, pull the lever up slightly, press and hold the release button, then lower the lever under control.

Release button on a manual handbrake lever
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Why should a child use a suitable child restraint?

448. Why should a child use a suitable child restraint?

To allow the child to sit closer to the window.
To prevent the vehicle from braking suddenly.
To make it easier for the child to sleep.
✓ To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision.

A suitable child restraint is designed to protect a child according to their size and development. It helps position and restrain the child correctly, reducing the risk of serious injury in a collision or sudden stop.

Child secured in a suitable car seat
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Why can bridges be dangerous in strong winds?

449. Why can bridges be dangerous in strong winds?

✓ They are often exposed to stronger gusts.
Steering works less effectively above water.
Vehicles require more engine power on bridges.
Vehicles automatically accelerate on bridges.

Bridges are often open and exposed, allowing strong winds to affect vehicles more suddenly.

Exposed bridge in strong wind
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What should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

450. What should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

Look only at the road directly in front of you.
Use only one brake to reduce the risk of skidding.
Brake as late as possible before bends.
✓ Control your speed and keep both hands ready to brake.

Higher speed increases stopping distance and reduces reaction time. Maintain a speed that allows you to stop safely.

Cyclist riding down a hill
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