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Traffic rules
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True/false 17 Russia 30 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 597
What should you do if your vehicle catches fire?

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

Open the bonnet fully to find where the fire started.
Stay inside the vehicle while waiting for assistance.
Try to move personal belongings out before leaving.
✓ Stop, switch off the engine, evacuate everyone, and call the emergency services.

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 the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

552. What should you do if the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

Accelerate to make the steering easier.
✓ Hold the wheel firmly, use greater steering effort, and stop safely.
Make sharp steering movements to test the remaining assistance.
Keep driving normally if the vehicle still turns.

The vehicle can normally still be steered, but much more effort may be required. Reduce speed and arrange an inspection.

Driver coping with a loss of power-steering assistance
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What should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

553. What should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

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.
Let the bicycle gain speed while the road ahead is clear.

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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What should you do if your vehicle begins to drift onto the shoulder?

554. What should you do if your vehicle begins to drift onto the shoulder?

Steer back onto the road as quickly as possible.
Accelerate slightly before steering back onto the road.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and steer back smoothly when safe.
Keep driving on the shoulder until the road becomes wider.

If you drift onto the shoulder, avoid sudden steering or braking. Slow gently and return to the road smoothly when it is safe.

Vehicle drifting towards the road shoulder
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Why should cyclists avoid riding in a large vehicle's blind spot?

555. Why should cyclists avoid riding in a large vehicle's blind spot?

Cyclists must always stay behind large vehicles.
Blind spots matter only when a vehicle is reversing.
✓ The driver may not be able to see them.
Large vehicles always have priority when turning.

Buses and trucks have large areas where the driver cannot see cyclists, especially beside the vehicle and near turns.

Cyclist in a large vehicle's blind spot
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What does it mean to cover the brake pedal?

556. What does it mean to cover the brake pedal?

Apply the parking brake slightly.
✓ Position your right foot over the brake, ready to press it.
Rest your foot lightly on the brake while driving.
Press the brake and accelerator together.

To cover the brake, move your right foot over the brake pedal without pressing it, so you are ready to brake quickly if a hazard develops.

Right foot positioned over the brake pedal
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What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

557. What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

✓ To release the seat belt.
To adjust the belt height.
To lock the seat in position.
To tighten the shoulder belt.

Pressing the button on the seat-belt buckle releases the latch so the belt can be unfastened. Keep the seat belt fastened whenever required while the vehicle is moving.

Release button on a seat-belt buckle
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

558. 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 slowly and avoid motorways.
Drink coffee before driving.

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 you do if your headlights fail while driving at night?

559. What should you do if your headlights fail while driving at night?

Follow another vehicle closely for visibility.
Use hazard lights and continue to your destination.
Stop immediately in the traffic lane.
✓ Reduce speed and stop safely using any remaining lights or hazard lights.

Without effective headlights, you may not see hazards and other road users may not see you. Stop in a safe location as soon as possible.

Vehicle with failed headlights at night
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What should you do if traffic ahead is blocking a junction?

560. What should you do if traffic ahead is blocking a junction?

Use the horn so traffic ahead moves forward.
✓ Wait until there is enough space to clear the junction.
Enter the junction and wait for traffic to move.
Enter if the traffic light is green.

Do not enter a junction if traffic ahead prevents you from clearing it safely. Waiting before the junction helps avoid blocking crossing traffic, pedestrians, cyclists, or other road users.

Queue of traffic blocking a junction
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Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

561. Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

They can make the steering heavier.
They can reduce the brightness of the headlights.
They can increase tyre pressure.
✓ They can hide hazards and reduce the driver's ability to see safely.

The driver must have a clear view of the road and surroundings. Luggage, decorations, or other objects that obstruct the windscreen, windows, or mirrors can hide pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, signs, or other hazards.

Luggage obstructing the driver's view
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What should you do if the service brakes fail while driving?

562. What should you do if the service brakes fail while driving?

✓ Reduce speed using other available braking methods and stop safely.
Switch off the engine immediately while moving.
Shift into neutral and let the vehicle coast to a stop.
Apply the parking brake suddenly at full force.

Remain calm, warn other road users, and use other available braking methods to reduce speed. This may include engine braking or a lower gear, and careful use of the parking or emergency brake according to the vehicle's design. Steer toward the safest available stopping area.

Vehicle braking-system failure while driving
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

563. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking brake applied.
Electronic stability control.
Low tyre pressure.
✓ Anti-lock braking system warning.

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

Anti-lock braking system warning symbol on the dashboard
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Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Russia?

564. Which colour combination is commonly used for warning signs in Russia?

Blue border with white background.
Red border with yellow background.
Black border with yellow background.
✓ Red border with white background.

Most warning signs in Russia have a red border with a white background.

Colour combinations used for road warning signs
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What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

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

✓ Stay alert and move to a safe position without obstructing it.
Keep riding normally and let the driver find a way past.
Stop immediately, even if you are in the traffic lane.
Follow closely behind it once it passes.

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 loose clothing be avoided when riding a motorcycle?

566. Why should loose clothing be avoided when riding a motorcycle?

It can make the motorcycle use more fuel.
It can prevent the engine from cooling properly.
✓ It can become caught in moving parts or distract the rider.
It can reduce the pressure in the tyres.

Loose clothing, straps or scarves can flap in the wind or become caught in moving parts such as the chain or wheel. Motorcycle clothing should fit securely and should not have loose items that could interfere with safe riding.

Motorcyclist wearing loose clothing
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What should you do if birds are swooping at you while cycling?

567. What should you do if birds are swooping at you while cycling?

Wave your arms to frighten the birds away.
Stop near the nest to see why they are swooping.
Throw objects towards the birds.
✓ Slow down, stay calm, and leave the area without provoking them.

Some birds become territorial during the breeding season and may swoop people near their nests. Stay calm, avoid provoking or approaching the birds, and leave the area safely. If necessary and safe, dismount and walk your bicycle through or away from the area while keeping your helmet on.

Bird swooping near a cyclist
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What should you do when your view is blocked at a junction?

568. What should you do when your view is blocked at a junction?

Sound your horn and enter the junction.
✓ Slow down and proceed carefully.
Drive through quickly before other traffic appears.
Follow the vehicle ahead without checking yourself.

If your view is blocked, slow down and make sure the way is clear before entering the junction.

Restricted view of approaching traffic at a junction
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What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

569. What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

Increase speed to warm the brakes.
Ignore it if the vehicle still stops.
Use only the parking brake until they dry.
✓ Drive carefully and test them gently when safe.

Water can reduce braking performance. After driving through water, check the brakes gently when it is safe to do so.

Checking braking response after driving through water
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What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

570. What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

Speed up to create more space behind you.
✓ Stay calm and increase your safety margin ahead.
Tap the brakes to make them increase their distance.
Move toward the centre to discourage them from passing.

If someone follows too closely, avoid sudden actions. Keeping more space in front gives you more time to brake gently if needed. If it is safe, allow the tailgating vehicle to pass.

Following vehicle visible close behind
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Why should you look well ahead while driving?

571. Why should you look well ahead while driving?

To concentrate only on traffic in your lane.
✓ To identify developing hazards early and gain more time to react.
To avoid checking your mirrors as often.
To maintain the same speed in every situation.

Looking well ahead helps you identify developing hazards early, such as slowing traffic, pedestrians, junctions, or changing road conditions. Earlier detection gives you more time to assess the situation and respond smoothly and safely.

Driver observing the road and traffic ahead
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How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

572. How should luggage be carried on a bicycle?

On the rear carrier without securing it for a short trip.
✓ Securely, without affecting steering, braking, or balance.
On one handlebar if the bag is not very heavy.
As high as possible to keep it away from the wheels.

Loose or badly positioned luggage can interfere with control, become caught in the wheels, or hide bicycle lights.

Luggage carried on a bicycle
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What should you do at a railway crossing without barriers?

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

Follow the vehicle ahead without checking yourself.
Stop only if you hear a train approaching.
Maintain your speed if the tracks look clear.
✓ Stop if required, check carefully, and cross only when safe.

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 does this dashboard symbol indicate?

574. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Brake-system warning.
Charging-system warning.
Power-steering warning.
✓ Airbag system warning.

This symbol indicates a possible fault in the airbag or supplementary restraint system. If it remains illuminated while driving, the system should be checked because one or more airbags or seat-belt pretensioners may not operate correctly in a collision.

Airbag-system warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you adjust the seat and mirrors correctly before driving?

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

To make the steering and pedals easier to operate.
To make blind spots disappear completely.
✓ To maintain good control and a clear view around the vehicle.
To improve the grip of the tyres.

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

Adjusting the driving position and mirrors before a journey
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Where should passengers get in or out of a vehicle when possible?

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

✓ On the side away from moving traffic.
From the driver's side in every situation.
From the rear door nearest the centre of the road.
On the side closest to approaching traffic.

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 a motorcycle's drive chain is too loose?

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

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

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

Loose drive chain on a motorcycle
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Why should you wear suitable footwear when driving?

578. Why should you wear suitable footwear when driving?

✓ So you can operate the pedals accurately and safely.
So the brakes respond more quickly.
So the pedals require less force to operate.
So the vehicle uses less fuel.

Suitable footwear helps you operate the accelerator, brake, and clutch accurately. Loose, bulky, or slippery footwear can interfere with pedal control or become caught around the pedals.

Driver's footwear and contact with the pedals
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How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

579. How should luggage be carried on a motorcycle?

As high as possible so it stays away from the wheels.
Mostly on one side to leave the other side free.
✓ Securely and evenly, without affecting balance or control.
Hanging from the handlebars if the luggage is light.

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 do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

580. What should you do if a pedestrian is crossing slowly?

Sound your horn to encourage them to cross faster.
Move forward slowly to show that you are waiting.
✓ Wait patiently and let them finish crossing.
Drive around them if there is enough room.

Some pedestrians may need more time to cross. Stay patient, keep a safe distance, and do not pressure them.

Pedestrian crossing the road slowly
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Which selector position is used to drive the vehicle backwards?

581. Which selector position is used to drive the vehicle backwards?

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

Select R (Reverse) when you need to drive the vehicle backwards. The vehicle should be stationary before selecting Reverse.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

582. What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

Use it as a permanent replacement if it looks undamaged.
Drive normally if the vehicle feels stable.
✓ Follow its speed and distance restrictions and replace it as soon as possible.
Increase its pressure to match the other tyres.

Temporary spare wheels may have limited speed, distance, and handling capabilities. Arrange a proper repair or replacement promptly.

Temporary spare wheel fitted to a vehicle
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What should you do if a direction indicator does not cancel after a turn?

583. What should you do if a direction indicator does not cancel after a turn?

✓ Return the indicator control to its neutral position.
Leave it flashing until the next turn.
Switch on the hazard warning lights.
Press the horn.

Direction indicators often cancel automatically after a turn, but if an indicator remains on, return the indicator control to its neutral position so you do not mislead other road users.

Returning the indicator stalk to its neutral position
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

584. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Seat adjustment.
Electric window control.
Central door locking.
✓ Exterior mirror folding.

This control folds or unfolds the vehicle's exterior mirrors. It is useful when parking in narrow spaces or when leaving the vehicle parked.

Control for folding the exterior mirrors
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

585. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Seat belt not fastened.
Parking brake applied.
Airbag-system warning.
Brake-system warning.

This symbol is a seat-belt reminder. It indicates that the driver or another detected occupant has not fastened their seat belt.

Seat-belt reminder symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if you are dazzled by low sun?

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

✓ Slow down and use the sun visor if needed.
Maintain your speed if you can still see the road markings.
Increase speed to get through the glare more quickly.
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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Which selector position is used when parking the vehicle?

587. Which selector position is used when parking the vehicle?

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

Select P (Park) when parking an automatic vehicle. Park locks the transmission, but the parking brake should also be applied to secure the vehicle.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What should you do before making a turn?

588. What should you do before making a turn?

Turn as soon as the road ahead appears clear.
✓ Check mirrors, signal, and make sure it is safe.
Check only the traffic directly ahead.
Signal only after you begin turning.

Before turning, check your mirrors, use your indicator, and make sure the turn can be made safely.

Driver preparing to turn at a junction
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What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

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

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

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 colour is a stop sign usually?

590. What colour is a stop sign usually?

Green.
Yellow.
White.
✓ Red.

Stop signs are almost always red because red is universally associated with danger and the need to stop immediately.

Red octagonal stop sign
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What should you do if you smell fuel or see fuel leaking from your vehicle?

591. What should you do if you smell fuel or see fuel leaking from your vehicle?

✓ Stop, switch off the engine, avoid flames or sparks, and call for assistance.
Wash the leaking fuel away with water.
Ignore a small leak if the fuel level remains stable.
Restart the engine to check whether the leak continues.

Leaking fuel creates a serious fire risk. Keep people away, do not restart the engine, and arrange professional assistance.

Fuel leaking from a vehicle
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What should a designated driver do?

592. What should a designated driver do?

Do not carry passengers who have been drinking.
Drink only a small amount with food.
✓ Remain alcohol-free for the entire journey.
Drink only low-alcohol drinks.

A designated driver should remain sober so they can drive safely and respond properly to traffic conditions.

Alcohol-free designated driver for a journey
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Why is adequate tyre tread important?

593. Why is adequate tyre tread important?

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

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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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

594. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Automatic start-stop system.
Cruise control.
Anti-theft system.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the automatic start-stop system, which can switch the engine off temporarily while the vehicle is stationary and restart it when driving resumes. The exact colour and appearance may vary between vehicles.

Automatic start-stop system symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do before overtaking while towing a trailer?

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

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.
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.

Vehicle preparing to overtake while towing a trailer
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

596. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Oil-pressure warning.
✓ Engine-temperature warning.
Engine-management warning.
Charging-system warning.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high. If it illuminates while driving, stop safely and allow the engine to cool before investigating the cause.

Engine-temperature warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

597. What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

Check behind only after you start moving.
✓ Check all around and make sure it is safe.
Check the mirrors and reverse if they appear clear.
Rely on the reversing camera if one is fitted.

Before reversing, check all around the vehicle, including blind spots, for pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, and other hazards. Reverse slowly and keep checking as you move.

Vehicle preparing to reverse from a driveway
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