QuizTraffic rules

Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Worldwide.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.


Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

151. Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

To increase the length of the lap belt.
To make the belt easier to unfasten.
✓ To position the shoulder belt correctly across the body.
To prevent the seat from moving.

The seat-belt height adjustment helps position the shoulder belt correctly across the chest and shoulder. It should not run across the neck or under the arm.

Height adjustment for the shoulder section of a seat belt
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Why should you keep the driver's footwell free of loose objects?

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

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

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 does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

153. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Air conditioning.
Front windscreen demister.
Air recirculation.
Fan speed.

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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What is the purpose of the anti-dazzle control on the rear-view mirror?

154. What is the purpose of the anti-dazzle control on the rear-view mirror?

To enlarge the view behind.
✓ To reduce glare from headlights behind.
To activate the reversing camera.
To adjust the exterior mirrors.

The anti-dazzle setting reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind, helping the driver maintain a clear view without being dazzled.

Anti-dazzle control on an interior rear-view mirror
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What should you do when meeting another vehicle on a narrow mountain road?

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

Move toward the centre so the other driver gives way.
Stop where the road is narrowest and wait.
Drive onto the roadside without checking the surface.
✓ Slow down and use a safe passing place if necessary.

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

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Speed limits only apply when there is heavy traffic.

156. Speed limits only apply when there is heavy traffic.

✓ False.
True.

Speed limits apply at all times unless a different limit is clearly indicated.

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Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

157. Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

It can reduce the effectiveness of your mirrors.
It can make oncoming traffic harder to see.
✓ The edge may be uneven or weak.
It can make your speed harder to judge.

Road edges can be soft, uneven, or damaged. Driving too close to the edge can reduce control or cause the vehicle to leave the road.

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What should you do at a railway crossing without barriers?

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

✓ Stop if required, check carefully, and cross only when safe.
Cross quickly if you cannot see a train.
Follow the vehicle ahead without checking yourself.
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 does this dashboard symbol indicate?

159. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Power-steering warning.
Brake-system warning.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Service or maintenance required.

This symbol indicates that the vehicle requires servicing or maintenance. The exact meaning and required maintenance can vary between vehicles, so check the vehicle information display or owner's manual.

Service reminder symbol on the dashboard
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What should a motorcyclist do before entering a bend?

160. What should a motorcyclist do before entering a bend?

Move close to the centre of the road.
✓ Reduce speed before the bend and look through it.
Brake hard after beginning to lean.
Look only at the road directly in front of the wheel.

Adjust your speed before entering the bend so you can steer smoothly and remain within a safe position. Look through the bend towards where you want to travel and be prepared for hazards that may be hidden from view.

Motorcyclist approaching a bend
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Why should you avoid overtaking when approaching a pedestrian crossing?

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

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

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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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

162. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Rear window demister.
Air recirculation.
✓ Windscreen wiper speed.
Windscreen washer.

This symbol relates to the windscreen wipers. The control allows the driver to select an appropriate wiping mode or speed for the amount of rain and visibility conditions.

Windscreen-wiper control for adjusting wiping speed
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What should you do with a helmet that has taken a significant impact in a collision?

163. What should you do with a helmet that has taken a significant impact in a collision?

✓ Stop using it and follow the manufacturer's replacement guidance.
Keep using it if there are no visible cracks.
Keep using it if the visor or straps still work.
Use it again after tightening the straps.

A helmet can be damaged internally by a significant impact even when no damage is visible from the outside. Stop using the helmet and follow the manufacturer's guidance, which will commonly require replacement after a significant impact.

Helmet inspection after a significant impact
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What should you do if traffic suddenly slows on a motorway?

164. What should you do if traffic suddenly slows on a motorway?

Change lanes immediately to avoid slowing down.
✓ Slow down smoothly and warn traffic behind if needed.
Maintain speed until the vehicle ahead brakes.
Brake suddenly as soon as you notice slower traffic.

When traffic slows suddenly, reduce speed smoothly, keep a safe distance, and use hazard lights if needed to warn following traffic.

Motorway traffic slowing ahead
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What should you do if your headlights fail while driving at night?

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

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely using any remaining lights or hazard lights.
Use hazard lights and continue to your destination.
Continue slowly if the road is well lit.
Follow another vehicle closely for visibility.

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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Where should you change a wheel after a puncture?

166. Where should you change a wheel after a puncture?

✓ On firm, level ground well away from moving traffic.
On soft ground if the jack appears stable.
Where the puncture occurred, as long as the hazard lights are on.
On a slight slope if the parking brake is applied.

The vehicle must be stable and protected from traffic. Apply the parking brake and follow the manufacturer's wheel-changing instructions.

Wheel change on firm ground away from traffic
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What should you do if an animal is standing on the road at night?

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

Sound your horn and continue at the same speed.
Drive around it immediately without slowing down.
✓ Slow down and be prepared to stop.
Flash your headlights repeatedly to make it move.

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 be careful when driving beside a bus at a stop?

168. Why should you be careful when driving beside a bus at a stop?

✓ Passengers may step out or cross near the bus.
A stopped bus always has priority over passing traffic.
Vehicles beside a bus must always stop and wait.
Bus stops usually have a lower speed limit.

Stopped buses can hide pedestrians, and passengers may cross unexpectedly. Slow down and be ready to react.

Vehicle passing a bus at a stop
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What should you do if a motorcycle's drive chain is too loose?

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

Lubricate it and ignore the loose tension.
Keep riding if the motorcycle still moves normally.
✓ Adjust it correctly or have it checked before riding.
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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What should you do after hitting a deep pothole hard?

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

Brake sharply to check whether the wheels are damaged.
✓ Check for tyre or wheel damage when it is safe to stop.
Continue driving normally if the tyre still looks inflated.
Increase speed to see whether the steering remains stable.

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 does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

171. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Instrument-panel brightness.
Headlight level adjustment.
Front fog lights.
Automatic headlights.

This control adjusts the brightness of the instrument panel and dashboard illumination, allowing the driver to reduce or increase the lighting level.

Control for adjusting instrument-panel brightness
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

172. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Automatic start-stop system.
Parking assistance.
Electronic stability control.
✓ 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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What is the clutch biting point?

173. What is the clutch biting point?

The point where the parking brake releases.
The point where the engine switches off.
✓ The point where the clutch begins to transmit power to the wheels.
The point where the clutch pedal is fully pressed.

The clutch biting point is reached as the clutch pedal is released and the clutch begins to transmit power from the engine to the transmission. Controlling this point helps the driver move off smoothly.

Clutch-pedal control when moving off
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What should you check shortly after securing a load?

174. What should you check shortly after securing a load?

✓ Stop safely and check that the restraints are still tight.
Check the load only when you reach your destination.
Loosen the restraints slightly after the load has settled.
Assume the load is secure once the journey has started.

Loads and straps may settle or loosen after the journey begins. Recheck them at a safe stopping place.

Rechecking straps securing a vehicle's load
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Why should you not overtake near the top of a hill?

175. Why should you not overtake near the top of a hill?

✓ You may not see oncoming traffic or hidden hazards.
Your engine loses power near the top of a hill.
Hilltops usually have a slippery road surface.
Speed limits always decrease near hill crests.

Near the top of a hill, your view ahead is limited. Oncoming vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, or obstacles may be hidden.

Hill crest hiding the road ahead
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Why should you hold the steering wheel firmly during strong gusts?

176. Why should you hold the steering wheel firmly during strong gusts?

To reduce braking distance.
To make the power steering work better.
✓ To maintain control if the vehicle is pushed.
To improve tyre grip.

A firm but relaxed grip helps you respond safely to sudden changes caused by wind.

Driver holding the steering wheel during strong gusts
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Why should the windscreen washer reservoir contain suitable washer fluid?

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

Plain water always cleans the windscreen just as well.
Any household cleaning product can be used instead.
✓ It helps remove dirt, salt, insects, and spray from the windscreen.
The reservoir needs fluid only when the windscreen is visibly dirty.

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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What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

178. What should you do before using a pedestrian crossing?

✓ Make sure it is safe to cross.
Cross once a driver makes eye contact with you.
Cross as soon as the nearest vehicle starts slowing down.
Rely on the crossing markings to make every vehicle stop.

Even at a pedestrian crossing, make sure approaching drivers have seen you and are able to stop before you cross.

Pedestrian checking traffic before using a crossing
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Why should you avoid remaining beside a large vehicle on a motorway?

179. Why should you avoid remaining beside a large vehicle on a motorway?

✓ You may remain in its blind spot and have less room to escape.
Their tyres may reduce the motorway speed limit.
Large vehicles always travel more slowly than cars.
Large vehicles cannot change lanes at motorway speeds.

Large vehicles have significant blind spots. Avoid travelling alongside them longer than necessary.

Vehicle alongside a large vehicle on a motorway
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What should you do if your vehicle begins rolling backward on a steep incline?

180. What should you do if your vehicle begins rolling backward on a steep incline?

✓ Apply the brake, secure the vehicle, and restart carefully.
Accelerate while continuing to roll backward.
Open the door and step out.
Let it roll backwards and try again.

Stop the vehicle under control, apply the parking brake if necessary, and prepare to move away again safely.

Vehicle rolling backwards on a steep incline
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What is the main purpose of a motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder?

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

For driving when the motorway is busy.
For stopping to check directions.
✓ For emergencies and breakdowns.
For overtaking slow-moving traffic.

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

Motorway hard shoulder beside the traffic lanes
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What is the button on a manual handbrake lever used for?

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

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

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

Release button on a manual handbrake lever
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Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

183. Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

Yes, but only children need restraints in the rear.
✓ Yes, using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate.
No, only front-seat occupants need to be restrained.
Only when travelling on motorways or at higher speeds.

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

Rear-seat passengers secured for a journey
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How should an EV charging cable be positioned where pedestrians may pass?

184. How should an EV charging cable be positioned where pedestrians may pass?

✓ So it does not create a trip hazard or obstruct the route.
Around nearby street furniture to keep it under tension.
Across the shortest possible route, even if people walk there.
Loose on the ground so pedestrians can step over it.

An EV charging cable should be positioned so it does not create a trip hazard or unnecessarily obstruct pedestrians. Where a cable must cross a walking route, use an appropriate approved cable-management or protection system and follow local requirements.

Charging cable near a pedestrian route
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What should you do at a railway crossing when the barriers are closing?

185. What should you do at a railway crossing when the barriers are closing?

Cross quickly if you cannot see a train.
Stop only when the barriers are fully lowered.
Follow the vehicle ahead across the tracks.
✓ Stop and wait until the barriers are completely open.

Never enter a railway crossing when barriers are closing or warning signals are active. Stop and wait until it is safe.

Barriers closing at a railway crossing
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What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

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

Move aside quickly without checking around you.
✓ Stay alert and move to a safe position without obstructing it.
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 you not ignore temporary speed limits?

187. Why should you not ignore temporary speed limits?

They apply only when traffic is congested.
They can be ignored when the road looks clear.
They are recommendations rather than limits.
✓ They are used to protect people and manage hazards.

Temporary speed limits may be used near roadworks, accidents, events, or dangerous conditions. They help keep traffic safe.

Temporary speed-limit sign at roadworks
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What do the + and − controls of cruise control normally do?

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

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

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 one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

189. What should you do if one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

Accelerate briefly to stabilise the vehicle.
Release the steering wheel and let the vehicle slow itself.
Pump the brake pedal repeatedly.
✓ Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually.

A tyre burst can make the vehicle unstable. Hold the wheel firmly, avoid sudden braking or steering, and slow down gradually.

Vehicle tyre damaged by a sudden blowout
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Why should you take regular breaks during a long journey?

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

✓ To help prevent fatigue and maintain concentration.
To allow the engine to cool down.
To reduce tyre pressure.
To make the journey feel shorter.

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

Driver resting during a long journey
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What should you do before a long journey to reduce the risk of driver fatigue?

191. What should you do before a long journey to reduce the risk of driver fatigue?

Plan to drive through the night.
Keep the cabin as warm as possible.
Avoid taking any breaks until you feel tired.
✓ Get enough sleep before starting the journey.

Getting enough sleep before a long journey helps reduce the risk of driver fatigue. Plan breaks in advance and avoid starting a long drive when you are already tired.

Rest and preparation before a long drive
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What should you do before entering a roundabout?

192. What should you do before entering a roundabout?

Enter without giving way if you are going straight ahead.
Maintain your speed unless another vehicle blocks your path.
✓ Slow down and give way when required.
Stop before every roundabout, even when it is clear.

Before entering a roundabout, reduce your speed, observe traffic, and give way according to the local rules.

Vehicle approaching a roundabout
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What should you do if your vehicle begins to drift onto the shoulder?

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

Accelerate slightly before steering back onto the road.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and steer back smoothly when safe.
Steer back onto the road as quickly as possible.
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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Where should you go after safely leaving a disabled vehicle in a tunnel?

194. Where should you go after safely leaving a disabled vehicle in a tunnel?

Wait directly behind the vehicle where drivers can see you.
Walk along the traffic lane toward the tunnel entrance.
Stay close to the vehicle until traffic starts moving.
✓ To a protected emergency area or exit away from traffic.

Move away from live traffic and use a marked emergency exit, refuge area, or protected walkway where available.

Leaving a disabled vehicle for a tunnel emergency area
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Why should you obey traffic signs?

195. Why should you obey traffic signs?

✓ To improve safety for everyone.
To let you drive at the maximum permitted speed.
To make sure you always have priority.
To avoid checking for other road users.

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

Traffic signs using Vienna-style designs
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How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

196. How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

By accelerating hard as the front wheel reaches the rail.
While braking firmly on the rails.
With the motorcycle leaning sharply.
✓ At a safe angle, as close to perpendicular as practical.

Rails can be slippery and can catch a motorcycle tyre, especially when wet. Cross them at a sufficiently large angle, as close to perpendicular as practical, and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering while crossing.

Motorcycle crossing rails in the road
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

197. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Steering-wheel adjustment.
Cruise control.
Exterior mirror adjustment.
Seat adjustment.

This control adjusts the position of the steering wheel. Depending on the vehicle, the steering wheel may be moved up or down and forwards or backwards to obtain a safe and comfortable driving position.

Control for adjusting the steering-wheel position
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What should you do before crossing the road?

198. What should you do before crossing the road?

✓ Look for traffic in all directions.
Cross if the nearest vehicle is slowing down.
Follow another pedestrian without checking yourself.
Look only where traffic normally comes from.

Always check for approaching traffic from every direction before crossing.

Pedestrian checking for traffic before crossing
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Why should you keep a safe following distance?

199. Why should you keep a safe following distance?

To keep traffic moving at a steady speed.
To make your vehicle easier to see ahead.
To reduce wear on the brakes.
✓ To have enough time to stop.

A safe following distance gives you enough time to react if the vehicle in front slows down or stops suddenly.

Gap between a vehicle and the traffic ahead
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Why can bridges and overpasses become icy before nearby roads?

200. Why can bridges and overpasses become icy before nearby roads?

Traffic usually moves faster across bridges.
Their barriers trap cold air on the road surface.
✓ Cold air circulates above and below them.
Road salt is less effective on bridges.

Bridges lose heat from both their upper and lower surfaces, so they can freeze before roads built directly on the ground.

Icy surface on an exposed bridge
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