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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
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True/false 17 Mexico 14 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 581
Why should you be careful when turning across oncoming traffic?

451. Why should you be careful when turning across oncoming traffic?

✓ You must judge the speed and distance of approaching vehicles.
Turning gives you priority over approaching traffic.
Oncoming vehicles need more distance to change lanes.
Turning makes your vehicle take longer to accelerate.

Turning across traffic requires careful observation. Misjudging speed or distance can lead to a serious collision.

Vehicle preparing to turn across oncoming traffic
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What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

452. What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.
Ignore the noise if the warning light later goes out.
Continue slowly if the vehicle still responds normally.
Stop only if another warning light appears.

A red warning combined with an unusual noise may indicate a serious fault. Continuing could cause damage or loss of control.

Red dashboard warning requiring the driver's attention
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What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

453. What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

Check only the bicycle and ignore minor injuries.
✓ Check yourself and inspect the bicycle before riding again.
Check only the parts that were directly involved in the fall.
Continue if you feel fine and the bicycle looks normal.

A fall can damage the brakes, wheels, frame, handlebars, or helmet. Injuries may also not be immediately obvious.

Checking a bicycle after a fall or collision
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You must stop at a red traffic light.

454. You must stop at a red traffic light.

False.
✓ True.

A red traffic light means you must stop and wait until it is allowed to proceed.

Vehicle stopped at a red traffic light
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Why should you not use water on a fire involving live electrical equipment?

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

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

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

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

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

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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Why are tyre condition and pressure especially important on a motorcycle?

457. Why are tyre condition and pressure especially important on a motorcycle?

They determine how brightly the lights work.
They affect only comfort at high speed.
✓ They directly affect grip, stability, and braking.
They mainly affect the engine temperature.

A motorcycle relies on a relatively small area of tyre contact with the road. Correct tyre pressure, tread and condition are important for grip, steering, stability and braking. Check the tyres regularly and follow the manufacturer's recommended pressures.

Checking the condition of a motorcycle tyre
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Which signs may indicate that you are becoming too tired to drive safely?

458. Which signs may indicate that you are becoming too tired to drive safely?

Listening to quieter music.
Wanting to adjust the cabin temperature.
Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
✓ Yawning, heavy eyelids, and difficulty concentrating.

Warning signs of driver fatigue can include repeated yawning, heavy eyelids, difficulty concentrating, wandering thoughts, and trouble maintaining a steady road position. These signs mean you should stop and rest before continuing.

Driver showing signs of fatigue
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What should you check after fitting a wheel?

459. What should you check after fitting a wheel?

That the wheel can move slightly on the hub.
That the jack remains partly under the vehicle.
✓ That the wheel nuts are tightened correctly.
That the tyre is touching the wheel arch.

After fitting a wheel, make sure the wheel nuts are tightened correctly using the manufacturer's specified procedure and torque. Incorrectly tightened wheel nuts can loosen or damage the wheel. Recheck them later if the vehicle or wheel manufacturer recommends it.

Checking wheel nuts after fitting a wheel
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What should cyclists do near a large vehicle that may be turning?

460. What should cyclists do near a large vehicle that may be turning?

✓ Stay back and do not pass on the turning side.
Ride beside it so the driver can see you.
Pass quickly before the vehicle starts turning.
Assume the driver will wait for you before turning.

Large vehicles need extra space to turn and may move across a cyclist's path. Remaining behind is usually safer.

Cyclist near a turning large vehicle
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

461. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Bonnet release.
✓ Fuel-filler flap release.
Parking brake.
Boot 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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What should you do if your windscreen becomes covered with mud or spray?

462. What should you do if your windscreen becomes covered with mud or spray?

Use the demister instead of the washers.
Increase speed so the airflow clears the windscreen.
Switch off the wipers until the windscreen dries.
✓ Slow down and use the washers and wipers to restore clear vision.

Clear visibility is essential. Slow down safely and use your washers and wipers until you can see the road clearly again.

Mud and spray obscuring a vehicle's windscreen
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Why is it dangerous to cross while listening to loud music?

463. Why is it dangerous to cross while listening to loud music?

Music can make you lose your balance.
It makes you walk more slowly across the road.
Drivers may not hear you crossing.
✓ You may not hear approaching traffic.

Loud music can reduce your awareness of vehicles, bicycles, horns, and other warning sounds.

Pedestrian listening to music while crossing the road
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What should you do if your motorcycle helmet visor starts to fog?

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

✓ Reduce speed and clear the visor safely.
Wipe the inside of the visor while riding.
Look around the side of the visor instead.
Keep riding at the same speed until it clears.

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 overloading a trailer?

465. 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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Why should you avoid keeping the clutch pedal pressed while driving?

466. Why should you avoid keeping the clutch pedal pressed while driving?

It locks the steering.
It applies the parking brake.
✓ It reduces engine braking and vehicle control.
It increases tyre pressure.

Keeping the clutch pedal pressed while the vehicle is moving disconnects the engine from the transmission. This reduces engine braking and can reduce your control of the vehicle.

Clutch held down while a vehicle is moving
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

467. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

ABS fault.
Low tyre pressure.
Brake-system fault.
✓ Brake-pad wear warning.

This symbol indicates that the brake pads may be worn and should be inspected. Continuing to drive with excessively worn brake pads can reduce braking performance and damage other brake components.

Brake-pad wear warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

468. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Electric window control.
✓ Exterior mirror adjustment.
Seat adjustment.
Mirror folding.

This control adjusts the vehicle's exterior mirrors. The driver normally selects the left or right mirror and then moves the control to change its angle.

Control for adjusting the exterior mirrors
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Which gear is used to drive a manual vehicle backwards?

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

Neutral.
✓ R (Reverse).
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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Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

470. Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

Immediately behind the vehicle so you remain visible.
Between the vehicle and the safety barrier.
In front of the vehicle while facing approaching traffic.
✓ Behind a safety barrier and well away from the vehicle and traffic.

A stationary vehicle can be struck by passing traffic. Waiting behind a barrier provides better protection.

People waiting behind a safety barrier after a breakdown
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What should you normally do before starting an automatic vehicle?

471. What should you normally do before starting an automatic vehicle?

Select R and release the parking brake.
Leave the selector between two positions.
Select D and press the accelerator.
✓ Select P or N and press the brake pedal.

Before starting an automatic vehicle, make sure P (Park) or N (Neutral) is selected and press the brake pedal. Many automatic vehicles will only allow the engine to start when these conditions are met.

Gear selector and brake before starting an automatic vehicle
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What should you do if you approach slow-moving farm machinery?

472. What should you do if you approach slow-moving farm machinery?

✓ Keep a safe distance and overtake only when safe.
Drive close behind until there is room to pass.
Overtake as soon as the road becomes slightly wider.
Overtake even if the vehicle is signalling to turn.

Farm machinery may be wide, slow, or turn unexpectedly. Keep distance and only overtake when you have a clear view and enough space.

Vehicle approaching slow-moving farm machinery
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

473. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Passenger airbag deactivation.
Airbag-system fault.
Seat-belt reminder.
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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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

474. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Fan speed.
Front windscreen demister.
Rear window demister.
✓ Air conditioning.

The A/C symbol controls the vehicle's air-conditioning system. Air conditioning can cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle, which can also help clear mist from the windows.

Air-conditioning control with the A/C symbol
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Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet road markings?

475. Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet road markings?

They can prevent the indicators from working.
They can make the brakes overheat.
✓ They can provide less grip than the surrounding road.
They can cause the tyre pressure to rise suddenly.

Wet painted road markings can provide less grip than the surrounding road surface. Ride smoothly over them and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering that could cause the tyres to lose grip.

Motorcycle approaching wet painted road markings
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How should tyre pressure normally be checked?

476. How should tyre pressure normally be checked?

✓ When the tyres are cold, using the manufacturer's recommended pressure.
Using the maximum pressure shown on the tyre.
Only by a certified maintenance service.
Immediately after a long or high-speed journey.

Tyre pressure rises as tyres become warm. Check them when cold and use the pressure specified on the vehicle label or in the owner's manual.

Checking a vehicle's tyre pressure
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What should you do before driving down a long, steep hill?

477. What should you do before driving down a long, steep hill?

✓ Reduce speed and select a suitable lower gear.
Select a higher gear to reduce engine resistance.
Accelerate before the descent to maintain momentum.
Coast in neutral to save fuel.

A lower gear helps control your speed and reduces the amount of continuous braking needed on a long descent.

Vehicle approaching a long, steep descent
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What should you do before driving away after charging an electric vehicle?

478. What should you do before driving away after charging an electric vehicle?

Place the cable loosely beside the charging bay.
Drive forward slowly to disconnect the plug.
✓ Disconnect the charging cable and secure it properly.
Leave the cable connected until the vehicle starts moving.

Before driving away, disconnect the charging cable correctly and return it to the charger or store it securely in the vehicle, as appropriate. Close the charging port and check that the area around the vehicle is clear.

Disconnecting an electric vehicle after charging
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Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

479. Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

Low, heavily loaded vehicles.
Electric vehicles.
✓ High-sided vehicles such as trucks, buses, and vans.
Vehicles with full fuel tanks.

High-sided vehicles can be pushed sideways because of their large side area. Cyclists and motorcyclists can also be strongly affected by sudden gusts.

High-sided vehicle exposed to crosswinds
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Where should passengers get in or out of a vehicle when possible?

480. Where should passengers get in or out of a vehicle when possible?

✓ On the side away from moving traffic.
On the side closest to approaching traffic.
Through whichever door opens first.
From the driver's side in every situation.

Passengers should get in or out on the side away from moving traffic whenever possible. This is particularly important for children, who may not recognise approaching traffic or other road users. Before opening any door, check that it is safe.

Passenger leaving a vehicle on the side away from traffic
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What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

481. What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

✓ Clean the windscreen and blades, and replace worn blades.
Ignore it unless the wipers stop moving.
Use the wipers at a higher speed.
Apply lubricant to the wiper blades.

Worn or dirty wiper blades can seriously reduce visibility in rain. Clean them first and replace them if they remain ineffective or damaged.

Wiper streaks on a vehicle's windscreen
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Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

482. Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

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

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 may happen when you press the accelerator fully in an automatic vehicle?

483. What may happen when you press the accelerator fully in an automatic vehicle?

The engine switches off.
The transmission selects Park.
✓ The transmission may shift to a lower gear for stronger acceleration.
The parking brake applies automatically.

In many automatic vehicles, pressing the accelerator fully can activate kickdown, causing the transmission to select a lower gear and provide stronger acceleration.

Accelerator-pedal operation for automatic kickdown
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How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

484. How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

Hanging from the handlebars if the luggage is light.
Loosely strapped so it can move with the motorcycle.
Mostly on one side to leave the other side free.
✓ Securely and evenly, without affecting balance or control.

Motorcycle luggage should be securely fastened and sensibly distributed. A loose, uneven or badly positioned load can affect balance, steering and braking, or become caught in moving parts.

Luggage carried on a motorcycle
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What should you expect if the engine suddenly stalls while the vehicle is moving?

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

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

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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You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

486. You should always wear a seat belt, even on short trips.

✓ True.
False.

Seat belts reduce the risk of serious injury and should be worn on every trip, even short ones.

Driver wearing a seat belt for a car journey
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Why should you leave a safe following distance inside a tunnel?

487. Why should you leave a safe following distance inside a tunnel?

To make it easier for other vehicles to overtake.
✓ You need enough space to react if traffic slows or stops.
Because tunnels usually have a poor road surface.
Because vehicles ahead cannot see you in their mirrors.

Limited space and visibility can make incidents inside tunnels especially dangerous. A safe gap gives you more time to react.

Gap between vehicles travelling through a tunnel
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How should you use the brake pedal during emergency braking in a vehicle with ABS?

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

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

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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What does a green traffic light mean?

489. What does a green traffic light mean?

You have priority over all other road users.
You may enter even if traffic is blocking the junction.
You may turn in any direction without checking the signs.
✓ You may proceed if it is safe.

A green light allows you to continue, but you must still watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.

Green traffic light at a junction
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What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

490. What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

Ride as close to the edge of the road as possible.
✓ Reduce speed and be prepared for sudden gusts.
Make sudden steering movements whenever the wind changes.
Accelerate to get through the windy area quickly.

Strong crosswinds can push a motorcycle sideways and sudden gusts can affect its stability. Reduce speed, keep a steady grip on the handlebars and allow extra space, especially on exposed roads, bridges, or when passing gaps and large vehicles.

Motorcyclist riding in strong crosswinds
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

491. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Lane-departure warning.
Parking assistance.
✓ Forward-collision warning.
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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How should luggage or other cargo be carried in or on a vehicle?

492. How should luggage or other cargo be carried in or on a vehicle?

Loosely in the boot so it can move a little.
Loosely in the passenger area for short journeys.
✓ Securely, within load limits, without blocking visibility or lights.
Where it is easiest to reach while driving.

Unsecured or overloaded cargo can affect steering and braking, injure occupants during sudden stops, or fall into the road. It must not obstruct the driver's view or vehicle lights.

Luggage and cargo carried in a vehicle
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

493. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Air conditioning.
Air recirculation.
Windscreen washer.
✓ Rear window demister.

This symbol indicates the rear window demister. It heats the rear window to help clear condensation, mist or frost and improve visibility.

Rear-window demister symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when meeting another vehicle on a narrow mountain road?

494. What should you do when meeting another vehicle on a narrow mountain road?

✓ Slow down and use a safe passing place if necessary.
Stop where the road is narrowest and wait.
Drive onto the roadside without checking the surface.
Maintain speed and pass as closely as possible.

Narrow mountain roads may not provide enough space for two vehicles. Reduce speed and cooperate to pass safely.

Vehicles meeting on a narrow mountain road
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Why should you reduce speed when approaching roadworks?

495. Why should you reduce speed when approaching roadworks?

You should not reduce speed near roadworks.
To reduce wear on the vehicle suspension.
To keep construction dust off the windscreen.
✓ Road workers, narrow lanes, and unexpected hazards may be present.

Roadworks can involve workers, machinery, changing lane layouts, and uneven surfaces. Lower speed gives you more time to react.

Vehicle approaching a roadworks area
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What does turning a traditional ignition switch to OFF normally do?

496. What does turning a traditional ignition switch to OFF normally do?

Operates the starter motor.
Releases the parking brake.
Selects accessory power.
✓ Switches off the engine and ignition systems.

Turning a traditional ignition switch to OFF switches off the engine and ignition systems. The key can then normally be moved to the LOCK position and removed.

OFF position on a traditional ignition switch
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What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

497. What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

✓ Slow down and move slightly aside if safe.
Maintain your speed and expect the other driver to return to their lane.
Move closer to the centre so the other driver notices you.
Accelerate to pass the danger point more quickly.

If an oncoming vehicle creates danger while overtaking, reduce speed and make space if it is safe to do so. Avoid sudden movements that could create an additional hazard.

Oncoming vehicle overtaking into the driver's lane
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You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

498. 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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Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

499. Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

✓ Many animals are more active at these times.
Animals cannot see vehicles during daylight.
Speed limits change automatically at dawn and dusk.
Road signs are harder for animals to recognise.

Many wild animals are most active around dawn and dusk, when visibility may also be reduced.

Wild animal beside a road in low light
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What should you do if another driver does not give way when they should?

500. What should you do if another driver does not give way when they should?

✓ Slow down and avoid a collision.
Use the horn and continue at the same speed.
Move closer so the other driver is forced to give way.
Maintain your speed because you have priority.

Even if you have priority, safety comes first. Slow down, stay calm, and avoid creating a dangerous situation.

Conflicting vehicle movements at a junction
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