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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
New Zealand
True/false 17 New Zealand 28 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 595
What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

1. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Charging-system warning.
Engine-management warning.
Engine-temperature warning.
✓ Diesel glow-plug preheating.

This symbol indicates the diesel glow-plug preheating system. In a diesel vehicle, wait for the light to go out before starting the engine when required. If it remains illuminated or flashes while driving, it may indicate a fault.

Diesel glow-plug preheating symbol on the dashboard
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What should you remember when using driver-assistance systems?

2. What should you remember when using driver-assistance systems?

The systems can take full responsibility for driving.
✓ You remain responsible and must stay alert.
You only need to intervene when a warning appears.
You may stop watching the road when they are active.

Driver-assistance systems can help with tasks such as maintaining speed, monitoring lanes, or warning about hazards, but they do not replace the driver. Stay attentive, monitor the road and traffic, and be ready to take control whenever necessary.

Driver monitoring the road while using driver assistance
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What does turning a traditional ignition switch to OFF normally do?

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

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

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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Why should you leave extra following distance when towing?

4. Why should you leave extra following distance when towing?

To make the trailer easier to steer.
✓ Your vehicle combination may take longer to stop.
To prevent the trailer from blocking your view.
To reduce tyre wear on the towing vehicle.

Towing adds weight and can increase stopping distance. Extra space gives you more time to react and brake smoothly.

Vehicle towing a trailer behind other traffic
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Using indicators helps other road users understand your intentions.

5. Using indicators helps other road users understand your intentions.

✓ True.
False.

Indicators help communicate your intended direction and improve safety for everyone on the road.

Vehicle signalling its intended direction
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Why should you avoid resting your hand on the gear lever while driving?

6. Why should you avoid resting your hand on the gear lever while driving?

It can increase engine speed.
✓ It can cause unnecessary wear in the gear-selection mechanism.
It can disengage the clutch.
It can apply the parking brake.

Resting your hand on the gear lever can place unnecessary pressure on parts of the gear-selection mechanism and contribute to wear. Keep both hands on the steering wheel when you are not changing gear.

Driver's hand resting on a manual gear lever
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What should you do before attempting to jump-start a vehicle?

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

Connect the leads without checking their polarity.
Ignore battery damage if the terminals look clean.
✓ Check the owner's manual and make sure the connections are compatible.
Use any battery that physically fits the vehicle.

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 does this dashboard symbol indicate?

8. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Front windscreen demister.
✓ Rear window demister.
Air recirculation.
Air conditioning.

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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Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

9. Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

They could make it harder to adjust the driver's seat.
They could make the pedals noisier to operate.
✓ They could roll into the pedals and interfere with control.
They could damage the carpet around the pedals.

Loose objects in the driver's footwell, such as bottles, cans, or rubbish, can roll into the pedal area and interfere with the accelerator, brake, or clutch. Keep the footwell clear so you can operate the pedals safely and without obstruction.

Loose objects in the driver's footwell
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What should you do if the engine-temperature warning shows overheating?

10. What should you do if the engine-temperature warning shows overheating?

Continue driving slowly until the warning disappears.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and allow it to cool.
Ignore it if the engine still sounds normal.
Increase engine speed to improve coolant circulation.

Continuing to drive an overheating vehicle can cause severe damage. Allow the engine to cool and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Engine-overheating warning on the dashboard
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What should you do before overtaking while towing a trailer?

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

Follow closely before moving out to overtake.
Accelerate sharply once you move into the other lane.
✓ Allow extra time and distance for the manoeuvre.
Begin overtaking as soon as the road looks clear.

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.

Vehicle preparing to overtake while towing a trailer
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Why can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

12. Why can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

Roadworks switch off anti-lock braking.
Construction dust increases tyre pressure.
Temporary roads always slope downhill.
✓ Loose gravel, mud, or uneven material may reduce tyre grip.

Temporary surfaces may provide less grip than normal asphalt. Reduce speed and allow more distance for braking.

Loose or uneven road surface through roadworks
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What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

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

Continue driving if you can still see part of the road.
✓ Reduce speed and stop safely if your view is affected.
Rely on the mirrors instead of the windscreen.
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 should you do if an animal is standing on the road at night?

14. What should you do if an animal is standing on the road at night?

Flash your headlights repeatedly to make it move.
Switch off your headlights as you approach.
✓ Slow down and be prepared to stop.
Sound your horn and continue at the same speed.

Animals may freeze, turn back, or move unpredictably when caught in vehicle headlights.

Animal standing on a road at night
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Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

15. Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

To prevent the tunnel lights from becoming too bright.
To keep the windscreen from misting.
✓ To improve visibility and help other road users see you.
To reduce fuel consumption.

Tunnel lighting may be much darker than daylight. Dipped headlights help you see and make your vehicle more visible.

Vehicle using dipped headlights before entering a tunnel
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What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

16. What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

Drive slowly on the damaged tyre to the next exit.
Stop immediately and change the tyre where you are.
✓ Move to a protected location if possible and call for professional recovery.
Ask passengers to help change the wheel quickly.

Changing a wheel close to high-speed traffic is extremely dangerous. Move away from traffic and use professional assistance.

Vehicle stopped with a flat tyre on a high-speed road
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What should you do when approaching a narrow road with oncoming traffic?

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

Continue first if you entered the narrow section earlier.
✓ Slow down and give space when needed.
Maintain your speed if there appears to be enough room.
Expect the oncoming driver to make room for you.

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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What should you do if you are dazzled by low sun?

18. What should you do if you are dazzled by low sun?

✓ Slow down and use the sun visor if needed.
Increase speed to get through the glare more quickly.
Look only at the road immediately in front of you.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely as a guide.

Low sun can greatly reduce visibility. Slow down, increase your safety margin, and use the sun visor or sunglasses if needed.

Low sunlight dazzling a driver
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What information is needed when requesting emergency assistance?

19. What information is needed when requesting emergency assistance?

✓ Your exact location, direction of travel, vehicle details, and the problem.
Only the road name and nearest town.
Your insurance details and last service date.
Your name, destination, and planned route.

Road numbers, junctions, location markers, direction of travel, and a clear description of the incident help assistance reach you quickly.

Requesting help after a vehicle breakdown
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What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

20. What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

Release it completely and let it spin freely.
✓ Guide it smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position.
Turn it quickly in the opposite direction.
Hold it in the turned position.

After completing a turn, guide the steering wheel smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position while maintaining control. Do not allow the wheel to spin freely through your hands.

Guiding the steering wheel back after a turn
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Which factors can increase a vehicle's stopping distance?

21. Which factors can increase a vehicle's stopping distance?

✓ Higher speed, slower reactions, poor grip, and vehicle condition.
Using dipped headlights and keeping the windows closed.
Lower speed, dry roads, and good tyres.
Having a full fuel tank and adjusted mirrors.

Stopping distance can increase because of higher speed, slower driver reactions, reduced tyre grip, poor weather or road conditions, worn tyres, weak brakes, or a heavier vehicle. Both the driver's reaction distance and the vehicle's braking distance can be affected.

Road and vehicle conditions affecting stopping distance
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What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

22. What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

Switch between cruise control and the speed limiter.
Change the transmission gear.
✓ Increase or decrease the selected cruising speed.
Apply or release the parking brake.

When cruise control is active, the + and − controls normally increase or decrease the selected cruising speed. The amount of each adjustment can vary between vehicles.

Plus and minus controls for the cruising speed
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What should you do if someone is injured in a road collision?

23. What should you do if someone is injured in a road collision?

Give them food or drink while waiting for help.
Move them to a more comfortable position immediately.
Remove a motorcyclist's helmet to check for injuries.
✓ Call for help and avoid moving them unless there is immediate danger.

Moving an injured person can worsen spinal or other injuries. Keep them calm, protect them from further danger, and provide first aid only within your level of training.

Assistance for an injured person after a road collision
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What should you do first after a collision?

24. What should you do first after a collision?

Discuss who caused the collision before calling for help.
✓ Stop, check for danger and injuries, and call for help if needed.
Check the vehicle damage before checking for injuries.
Call your insurance company before checking for danger.

Stop the vehicle, warn other traffic where appropriate, assess immediate danger and injuries, and contact the emergency services when needed. Exchange any details required by local law.

Vehicles stopped after a road collision
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Is a first-aid kit required in cars in New Zealand?

25. Is a first-aid kit required in cars in New Zealand?

✓ No.
Yes.

Cars in New Zealand are not generally required to carry a first-aid kit.

First-aid kit carried in a vehicle
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What is the main purpose of a booster seat?

26. What is the main purpose of a booster seat?

To allow the child to sit without wearing a seat belt.
To make the child high enough to see through the windscreen.
✓ To position the vehicle seat belt correctly on the child.
To move the child closer to the front seats.

A booster seat raises and positions a child so the vehicle seat belt fits correctly. The lap belt should sit low across the hips and the shoulder belt should pass across the chest and shoulder, rather than the neck or abdomen.

Child seated in a booster with a vehicle seat belt
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What should you do at a railway crossing with warning lights flashing?

27. What should you do at a railway crossing with warning lights flashing?

Continue if you cannot see or hear a train.
Cross quickly before the train reaches the crossing.
✓ Stop before the crossing and wait until it is safe to proceed.
Follow the vehicle ahead across the tracks.

Flashing warning lights mean a train may be approaching. Stop before the crossing and wait until the warning has ended and the crossing is clear.

Flashing warning lights at a railway crossing
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Why are tyre condition and pressure especially important on a motorcycle?

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

✓ They directly affect grip, stability, and braking.
They affect only comfort at high speed.
They matter only when carrying a passenger.
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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Why should you avoid overtaking when approaching a pedestrian crossing?

29. Why should you avoid overtaking when approaching a pedestrian crossing?

✓ A pedestrian may be hidden by the vehicle ahead.
Vehicles use more braking distance near crossings.
The road surface is usually more slippery near crossings.
Crossing markings can make lane changes more difficult.

A vehicle slowing or stopping near a pedestrian crossing may be hiding someone who is crossing. Overtaking could put you directly into the pedestrian's path.

Vehicles approaching a pedestrian crossing
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Can drivers use a handheld phone while driving in New Zealand?

30. Can drivers use a handheld phone while driving in New Zealand?

✓ No.
Yes.

Drivers in New Zealand are generally not allowed to use a handheld phone while driving.

Driver using a handheld phone
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

31. What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

Open a window to stay alert.
✓ Do not drive until the effect has passed.
Drive only for short distances.
Drive slowly and avoid motorways.

If a medicine causes drowsiness, your concentration, judgement, and reaction time may be reduced. Do not drive until you are fit to do so and the effect has passed.

Drowsiness after taking medicine
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What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

32. What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

Accelerate so you spend less time at the junction.
Watch only the traffic directly ahead of you.
Rely on other road users to give way to you.
✓ Reduce speed, observe carefully, and be ready to stop.

Junctions create conflict points between road users. Slowing down gives you more time to see hazards and react safely.

Cyclist approaching a road junction
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You do not need to look for cyclists when opening your car door.

33. You do not need to look for cyclists when opening your car door.

True.
✓ False.

You should always check for cyclists, motorcyclists, and other road users before opening a door.

Cyclist near the door of a parked car
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What should you do if a motorcycle's drive chain is too loose?

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

Tighten it as much as possible.
Keep riding if the motorcycle still moves normally.
✓ Adjust it correctly or have it checked before riding.
Increase speed to keep the chain under tension.

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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Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

35. Why should you be careful when taking more than one medicine before driving?

They may interfere with the vehicle's electronics.
They usually make road signs harder to see.
They can change the tyre pressure.
✓ Their combined effects may impair your ability to drive.

Different medicines can interact or have combined side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or slower reactions. Check the instructions and seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is safe to drive.

Multiple medicines and their potential effects on driving
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How does higher speed affect a vehicle's stopping distance?

36. How does higher speed affect a vehicle's stopping distance?

It has no effect if the brakes are in good condition.
It decreases the distance needed to stop.
✓ It increases the distance needed to stop.
It affects braking distance only on wet roads.

As speed increases, the vehicle travels farther while the driver reacts and requires more distance to brake. This means the total stopping distance increases significantly as speed rises.

Vehicle speed and the distance needed to stop
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What should you do at a railway crossing without barriers?

37. What should you do at a railway crossing without barriers?

Cross quickly if you cannot see a train.
✓ Stop if required, check carefully, and cross only when safe.
Maintain your speed if the tracks look clear.
Stop only if you hear a train approaching.

Approach railway crossings carefully, obey any requirement to stop and any warning signals or barriers, and cross only when it is safe.

Railway crossing without barriers
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What should you do if a motorcycle helmet visor is badly scratched?

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

Ride with the visor raised.
✓ Replace it before riding.
Use it only during daylight.
Keep using it if the weather is dry.

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 after hitting a deep pothole hard?

39. What should you do after hitting a deep pothole hard?

Brake sharply to check whether the wheels are damaged.
Increase speed to see whether the steering remains stable.
Reduce the tyre pressure to absorb further bumps.
✓ Check for tyre or wheel damage when it is safe to stop.

A hard impact with a pothole can damage tyres, wheel rims, steering, suspension, or wheel alignment. When it is safe to stop, inspect the tyres and wheels and pay attention to unusual vibration, pulling, or steering changes. Have the vehicle checked if you suspect damage.

Checking a tyre and wheel after hitting a pothole
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What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

40. What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

✓ Press it fully while maintaining firm brake pressure.
Pump it repeatedly.
Release it suddenly.
Keep it partly pressed.

During emergency braking in a manual vehicle, maintain firm pressure on the brake and press the clutch pedal fully so the engine does not stall as the vehicle slows. Do not reduce braking pressure while operating the clutch.

Brake and clutch operation during an emergency stop
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Is a warning triangle required in cars in New Zealand?

41. Is a warning triangle required in cars in New Zealand?

✓ No.
Yes.

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

Warning triangle carried as vehicle safety equipment
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What is a danger of driving a petrol or diesel vehicle with the boot or tailgate open?

42. What is a danger of driving a petrol or diesel vehicle with the boot or tailgate open?

The boot warning light may remain on.
The rear window demister may stop working.
✓ Exhaust fumes can be drawn into the passenger compartment.
The fuel gauge may become inaccurate.

Driving with the boot or tailgate open can allow exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. Exhaust fumes may contain carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and may be difficult to detect. Keep the luggage compartment properly closed while driving whenever possible.

Open vehicle tailgate and exhaust-fume risk
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

43. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking assistance.
Electronic stability control.
Automatic start-stop system.
✓ Adaptive cruise control.

This symbol relates to adaptive cruise control (ACC). The system can maintain a selected speed and automatically adjust the vehicle's speed to help maintain a set distance from traffic ahead.

Adaptive cruise-control symbol on the dashboard
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Which language is commonly used on text-based road signs in New Zealand?

44. Which language is commonly used on text-based road signs in New Zealand?

French.
✓ English.
German.
Spanish.

Text-based road signs in New Zealand commonly use English.

Road signs with English wording
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It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

45. It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

✓ False.
True.

Using your phone while driving is distracting and dangerous, even for a very short moment.

Driver glancing at a phone while driving
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What should you do if your vehicle catches fire?

46. What should you do if your vehicle catches fire?

✓ Stop, switch off the engine, evacuate everyone, and call the emergency services.
Stay inside the vehicle while waiting for assistance.
Try to move personal belongings out before leaving.
Keep driving slowly until you find a safer place to stop.

Move everyone well away from the vehicle and call emergency services. If the fire is small and it is safe to do so, use a suitable fire extinguisher. Opening the bonnet fully can supply additional oxygen and cause the fire to intensify.

Vehicle with a fire breaking out
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Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet metal covers?

47. Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet metal covers?

They can increase the motorcycle's braking power.
They can cause the tyre pressure to rise suddenly.
✓ They can provide much less grip than the surrounding road.
They can make the tyres overheat.

Wet metal surfaces, such as drain or inspection covers, can provide much less grip than the surrounding road. Cross them smoothly, keep the motorcycle as upright as practical and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering.

Wet metal cover in a motorcycle's path
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How should you normally apply the brake pedal for a smooth stop?

48. How should you normally apply the brake pedal for a smooth stop?

Use the parking brake instead.
✓ Apply pressure progressively.
Pump the pedal repeatedly.
Press it as hard as possible immediately.

For normal braking, apply the brake pedal progressively and smoothly. As the vehicle comes to a stop, easing the pressure slightly can help avoid a sudden jerk.

Progressive brake-pedal pressure for a smooth stop
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Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

49. Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

One drink affects every person in the same way.
Food makes each drink count as less alcohol.
You can judge your alcohol level by how sober you feel.
✓ Drink strength, serving size, and individual effects can vary.

Alcohol concentration and serving sizes vary, and factors such as body size, food, medication, and time can affect impairment.

Alcoholic drinks with different strengths and serving sizes
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What should you do if your lane is blocked by an obstacle?

50. 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.
Follow another vehicle around it without checking yourself.
✓ Slow down, check carefully, and give way if needed.

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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