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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Philippines
True/false 17 Philippines 21 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 588
Why should you leave extra space behind a motorcycle?

551. Why should you leave extra space behind a motorcycle?

Motorcycles need less space to stop than cars.
✓ Motorcycles can slow down quickly and are more vulnerable.
Following closely makes it easier to overtake safely.
Motorcycles always travel more slowly than cars.

Motorcyclists are more exposed than car drivers. Extra following distance gives you more time to react safely.

Following distance behind a motorcycle
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Why is it dangerous to drive through standing water at speed?

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

The suspension becomes firmer at higher speed.
The water can increase tyre pressure.
✓ The tyres may lose contact with the road.
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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What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

553. What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

Nothing, if the brake fluid level is correct.
The engine may automatically slow the vehicle.
The brakes will automatically cool while being used.
✓ The brakes may overheat and become less effective.

Continuous braking can cause the brakes to overheat and fade, reducing braking performance. Use a lower gear to help control speed with engine braking.

Vehicle braking during a long descent
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What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

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

Use cruise control to maintain a constant speed.
✓ Reduce speed and increase your following distance.
Use main beam to improve visibility.
Drive closer to the vehicle ahead for guidance.

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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What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

555. What should you do if you miss your motorway exit?

✓ Continue to the next exit.
Move onto the shoulder and reverse carefully.
Cross the painted separation area back to the exit.
Use an emergency opening in the central reservation.

Never reverse or make a sudden manoeuvre. Continue safely and change your route at the next suitable exit.

Vehicle continuing past a motorway exit
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Why should the windscreen washer reservoir contain suitable washer fluid?

556. Why should the windscreen washer reservoir contain suitable washer fluid?

Washer fluid is needed only in freezing weather.
✓ It helps remove dirt, salt, insects, and spray from the windscreen.
Plain water always cleans the windscreen just as well.
Any household cleaning product can be used instead.

A clear windscreen is essential for safe observation. Suitable washer fluid helps clean the glass and may provide protection against freezing in cold conditions.

Windscreen washer-fluid reservoir in a vehicle
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You should signal before turning or changing lanes.

557. You should signal before turning or changing lanes.

False.
✓ True.

A clear signal helps other road users understand your intentions, but you must still check that the manoeuvre can be made safely.

Vehicle signalling before a turn
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What should you do if your vehicle catches fire?

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

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

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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What should you do if your vehicle becomes stuck on a railway crossing?

559. What should you do if your vehicle becomes stuck on a railway crossing?

✓ Get everyone out, move away, and contact the emergency services.
Move everyone beside the vehicle while waiting.
Stay inside the vehicle and call for assistance.
Try to restart the vehicle until help arrives.

Move everyone well away from the tracks. Use the crossing emergency telephone or displayed contact information where available, or contact the emergency services immediately.

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What should you expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

560. What should you expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

The speed limit automatically increases.
✓ Less space between your vehicle, barriers, and other traffic.
Temporary lane markings no longer need to be followed.
Large vehicles must stop before entering the narrow section.

Narrow lanes leave less room for error. Keep a steady position, avoid drifting toward barriers or nearby vehicles, and reduce speed if necessary.

Narrow traffic lanes through roadworks
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

561. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Boot release.
Central door locking.
✓ Bonnet release.
Parking brake.

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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What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

562. What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

Steer rapidly from side to side.
Accelerate sharply to regain traction.
Apply the parking brake to straighten the vehicle.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and steer smoothly in the direction you want to travel.

Avoid sudden braking or steering. Look where you want to go and use gentle controls while the tyres regain grip.

Vehicle skidding on an icy road
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What should you do if EV charging equipment becomes unusually hot or smells burnt?

563. What should you do if EV charging equipment becomes unusually hot or smells burnt?

✓ Stop the charging session, keep clear, and report the fault.
Keep charging until the vehicle reaches full charge.
Continue charging at a lower power setting.
Pour water over the equipment to cool it.

Unusual heat, a burning smell, smoke, sparks, or repeated charging faults can indicate an electrical problem. Stop using the charging equipment if it is safe to do so, keep clear of anything damaged or overheating, and report the fault or seek appropriate assistance.

Faulty electric-vehicle charging equipment
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What should you check before starting a long journey?

564. What should you check before starting a long journey?

Only the tyres and fuel level.
✓ Tyres, lights, fluids, windows, mirrors, and essential equipment.
Only the lights if you plan to drive at night.
Nothing if the vehicle was recently serviced.

A brief vehicle check can reveal tyre damage, low fluid levels, faulty lights, or visibility problems before they cause danger. Also confirm that any spare wheel or tyre-repair equipment is available and usable.

Vehicle safety checks before a long journey
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You may park anywhere as long as you leave your hazard lights on.

565. You may park anywhere as long as you leave your hazard lights on.

✓ False.
True.

Hazard lights are used to warn other road users of a hazard or an unexpectedly stopped vehicle. They do not make illegal or unsafe parking acceptable.

Parked vehicle with hazard warning lights flashing
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What should you avoid if your vehicle loses grip on a wet road?

566. What should you avoid if your vehicle loses grip on a wet road?

Holding the steering wheel firmly.
Easing off the accelerator gradually.
✓ Sudden braking or sharp steering.
Looking ahead and staying alert.

Abrupt inputs can upset the vehicle further. Smooth control gives the tyres a better chance to regain grip.

Vehicle losing grip on a wet road
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What should you expect after one wild animal crosses the road?

567. What should you expect after one wild animal crosses the road?

✓ More animals may follow.
Wild animals normally cross roads one at a time.
You can continue normally once the animal has passed.
The road is likely to remain clear.

Many animals travel in groups. Slow down and continue watching both sides of the road.

Wild animals crossing a road
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What does the single-wipe position of the windscreen-wiper control do?

568. What does the single-wipe position of the windscreen-wiper control do?

✓ Operates the windscreen wipers once.
Runs the wipers continuously.
Sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen.
Activates the rear wiper.

The single-wipe position operates the windscreen wipers for one sweep and then stops. It is useful when only a small amount of water or spray needs to be cleared from the windscreen.

Single-wipe setting on the windscreen-wiper control
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What should you do before driving with a load?

569. What should you do before driving with a load?

✓ Make sure it is properly secured and cannot move or fall.
Secure only the heaviest items.
Leave light items loose for short journeys.
Place heavy items on top of lighter items.

An unsecured load can shift, affect vehicle control, or fall into the road. Check that everything is safely restrained before moving.

Checking a vehicle's load before setting off
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

570. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Power-steering warning.
✓ Low tyre pressure.
Engine-management warning.
Brake-system warning.

This symbol indicates that one or more tyres may have low pressure. Check the tyre pressures and inspect the tyres for damage or a puncture.

Tyre-pressure warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you obey traffic signs?

571. Why should you obey traffic signs?

✓ To improve safety for everyone.
To let you drive at the maximum permitted speed.
To make other drivers responsible for your safety.
To make sure you always have priority.

Traffic signs help organise traffic and improve safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Traffic signs using Vienna-style designs
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What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

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

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

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 is the general motorway speed limit for cars in Philippines?

573. What is the general motorway speed limit for cars in Philippines?

120 km/h.
✓ 100 km/h.
Other speed limit.
110 km/h.

The general motorway speed limit for cars in Philippines is 100 km/h, unless signs indicate otherwise.

Motorway speed limits for cars
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

574. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Oil-pressure warning.
Charging-system warning.
Engine-temperature warning.
✓ Diesel particulate filter warning.

This symbol indicates a problem with the diesel particulate filter (DPF), often because soot has accumulated in the filter. The vehicle may require regeneration or professional inspection, depending on the vehicle and warning status.

Diesel particulate filter warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if you have taken drugs that may impair your driving?

575. What should you do if you have taken drugs that may impair your driving?

✓ Do not drive.
Wait until you feel more confident.
Drive only on familiar roads.
Drink coffee before driving.

Drugs can impair judgement, coordination, concentration, and reaction time. Their effects can be unpredictable and may continue after you feel that the main effects have passed. Do not drive while impaired.

Drug impairment and the decision not to drive
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

576. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Dipped headlights.
Rear fog lights.
Main beam.
Front fog lights.

This symbol indicates that the dipped headlights are switched on. Dipped headlights illuminate the road ahead while limiting glare for other road users.

Dipped-headlight symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if you approach slow-moving farm machinery?

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

Overtake even if the vehicle is signalling to turn.
Drive close behind until there is room to pass.
Use your horn so the driver moves aside.
✓ Keep a safe distance and overtake only when safe.

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 should you do before changing lanes?

578. What should you do before changing lanes?

Check only the lane directly beside you.
Check the blind spot only after starting to move.
✓ Check your mirrors and blind spot.
Speed up and move over before nearby traffic catches up.

Always check your mirrors, look over your shoulder if necessary, and make sure it is safe before changing lanes.

Driver checking surrounding traffic before changing lanes
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How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

579. How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

It improves your ability to judge distance.
It has no effect if you drive slowly.
✓ It can reduce judgement, coordination, and reaction speed.
It makes your reactions faster.

Alcohol affects several abilities needed for safe driving, including concentration, decision-making, coordination, and hazard perception.

Alcohol impairment and driving ability
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How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

580. How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

It affects only fuel consumption, not handling.
It reduces the effect of strong crosswinds.
It lowers the vehicle's centre of gravity.
✓ It can raise the centre of gravity and reduce stability.

Weight carried high on the vehicle can increase body movement and make sudden steering or cornering less stable.

Vehicle carrying a raised roof load
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What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

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

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

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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Why can main-beam headlights make driving in fog more difficult?

582. Why can main-beam headlights make driving in fog more difficult?

The brighter light makes the windscreen mist more quickly.
✓ The light can reflect off fog droplets and reduce visibility.
The stronger beam uses too much electrical power.
Main beam reduces the effectiveness of the fog lights.

Main beam can reflect back from fog and create glare, making it harder to see the road ahead.

Headlight glare reflected by fog
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Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

583. Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

To increase engine speed.
To lock the gear lever in position.
✓ To disengage the engine fully from the transmission.
To apply the brakes.

Pressing the clutch pedal fully disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing the gear to be changed smoothly and reducing unnecessary wear on the gearbox and clutch.

Clutch pedal pressed fully for a gear change
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What should you do first after a collision?

584. What should you do first after a collision?

Discuss who caused the collision before calling for help.
Call your insurance company before checking for danger.
Continue driving if the vehicles can still move.
✓ Stop, check for danger and injuries, and call for help if needed.

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

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

✓ Stay alert and move to a safe position without obstructing it.
Move aside quickly without checking around you.
Follow closely behind it once it passes.
Stop immediately, even if you are in the traffic lane.

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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What should you do if traffic stops and a driver waves you across?

586. What should you do if traffic stops and a driver waves you across?

Check only the lane nearest to you.
Cross immediately once the driver waves you through.
✓ Check that all lanes are safe before crossing.
Watch the stopped driver instead of the other traffic.

One driver may stop, but other vehicles may still be moving. Always check all lanes before crossing.

Driver waving a pedestrian across the road
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Why should you take care when parking a motorcycle on soft ground?

587. Why should you take care when parking a motorcycle on soft ground?

The brakes may lock while the motorcycle is parked.
The engine may become difficult to start.
✓ The stand may sink into the ground and the motorcycle could fall.
The tyres may immediately lose air pressure.

On soft or unstable ground, the side or centre stand can sink or move, causing the motorcycle to fall. Park on a firm, stable surface or use a suitable support under the stand when necessary.

Motorcycle stand resting on soft ground
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

588. 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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