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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.

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

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

Ride with the visor raised.
Cover the scratches with clear tape.
✓ Replace it before riding.
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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Why should you leave extra following distance when towing?

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

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

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

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

They can increase tyre pressure.
They can make the steering heavier.
They can reduce the brightness of the headlights.
✓ 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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Why should you slow down near schools or playgrounds?

254. Why should you slow down near schools or playgrounds?

School zones are closed to normal traffic.
Vehicles must stop whenever children are nearby.
✓ Children may behave unpredictably.
Children always have priority near schools.

Children may suddenly cross the road or move unexpectedly, so drivers should slow down and stay alert near schools and playgrounds.

Vehicle approaching a school or playground area
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What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

255. What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

✓ Use the correct jacking point and never go underneath a vehicle on a jack.
Raise the vehicle before applying the parking brake.
Use any solid-looking part underneath the vehicle.
Place the jack on soft ground to prevent floor damage.

A jack can slip or fail if it is incorrectly positioned. Secure the vehicle and use additional approved supports before working underneath it.

Vehicle raised at a jacking point for a wheel change
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Why should you avoid changing lanes inside an intersection?

256. Why should you avoid changing lanes inside an intersection?

✓ It can confuse other road users and increase collision risk.
It can reduce the effectiveness of your indicators.
It can make your route through the junction longer.
It can make it harder to maintain a steady speed.

Changing lanes inside an intersection can surprise drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. It is safer to choose the correct lane before entering.

Vehicle changing lanes within a junction
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What should you do if a friend who has been drinking wants to drive?

257. What should you do if a friend who has been drinking wants to drive?

✓ Encourage them not to drive and arrange safe transport.
Follow them home in another vehicle.
Let them drive if they say they feel sober.
Give them coffee and wait a short while.

Preventing an impaired person from driving can protect them, their passengers, and other road users. Arrange a sober driver, taxi, public transport, or accommodation.

Friends discussing safe transport after drinking
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Why should you leave space beside large vehicles when they turn?

258. Why should you leave space beside large vehicles when they turn?

They always have priority while turning.
✓ They may need extra room to complete the turn.
They always turn more slowly than cars.
They can turn only from the centre of the road.

Large vehicles often swing wide when turning and have larger blind spots. Keep clear and do not move into the space beside them.

Large vehicle needing extra space to turn
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What may happen if you release the clutch too quickly when moving off?

259. What may happen if you release the clutch too quickly when moving off?

✓ The engine may stall.
The parking brake may engage.
The steering may lock.
The headlights may switch off.

Releasing the clutch pedal too quickly when moving off can cause the engine to stall. Release the clutch smoothly through the biting point while applying the accelerator progressively.

Clutch release and engine stalling when moving off
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Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

260. Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

Heat can make the fuel nozzle stop automatically.
Open flames can reduce the fuel's quality.
Smoke can prevent the fuel cap from sealing.
✓ Fuel vapours can ignite and cause a fire.

Petrol and other fuels can produce flammable vapours. Smoking, open flames, sparks, or other ignition sources can ignite these vapours and cause a serious fire. Follow all filling-station safety rules while refuelling.

No-smoking warning at a filling station
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You do not need to look for cyclists when opening your car door.

261. 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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Why should you avoid driving through deep water?

262. Why should you avoid driving through deep water?

Driving through deep water is always prohibited.
Increase speed to maintain full control through the water.
✓ It can damage your vehicle or make you lose control.
Water causes the tyres to lose air pressure.

Deep water can damage the engine, reduce braking ability, hide hazards, or cause the vehicle to lose grip. Reduce speed, assess the depth and conditions carefully, and avoid entering the water if you are unsure it is safe. If necessary, stop and use another route.

Deep water covering part of a road
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Why should you avoid wearing dark clothing at night?

263. Why should you avoid wearing dark clothing at night?

Street lighting makes dark clothing easy to see.
Clothing colour matters only on unlit roads.
✓ Drivers may have difficulty seeing you.
Headlights make clothing colour unimportant.

Dark clothing makes pedestrians harder to see in low-light conditions. Bright or reflective clothing improves visibility.

Pedestrian wearing dark clothing at night
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What should you do if EV charging equipment becomes unusually hot or smells burnt?

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

Cover the equipment to contain the heat.
Continue charging at a lower power setting.
✓ Stop the charging session, keep clear, and report the fault.
Keep charging until the vehicle reaches full charge.

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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How can the parking brake help when moving off uphill?

265. How can the parking brake help when moving off uphill?

It selects a lower gear automatically.
✓ It can prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards.
It releases the clutch.
It increases engine power.

When moving off uphill, the parking brake can hold the vehicle stationary while you prepare to move. Release it smoothly once the clutch reaches the biting point and sufficient power is applied.

Parking-brake control during an uphill start
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

266. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

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

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 do before overtaking while towing a trailer?

267. 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.
Assume the trailer will follow the same path as the vehicle.
✓ Allow extra time and distance for the manoeuvre.

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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Can coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music replace proper rest when you are tired?

268. Can coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music replace proper rest when you are tired?

Yes, if you use several of them together.
✓ No, they may only increase alertness temporarily.
Yes, if the journey is less than one hour.
Yes, but only during daylight.

Coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music may make you feel more alert for a short time, but they do not remove fatigue. If you are too tired to drive safely, stop somewhere safe and get proper rest.

Stimulant drinks and driver tiredness
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

269. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Power-steering warning.
✓ Low tyre pressure.
Brake-system warning.
Electronic stability control.

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 headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

270. Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

They improve braking performance in poor weather.
They only need to work when you drive at night.
✓ They help you see, be seen, and communicate your intentions.
They make the vehicle use less fuel.

Dirty or faulty lights reduce visibility and make it harder for other road users to understand when you are braking, turning, reversing, or changing position.

Checking and cleaning a vehicle's exterior lights
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How should cyclists brake on a wet road?

271. How should cyclists brake on a wet road?

Use only one brake to avoid skidding.
Brake normally because wet roads do not affect grip.
Brake sharply once you are close to stopping.
✓ Brake earlier and more gradually than usual.

Wet surfaces reduce grip and increase stopping distance. Smooth, early braking helps prevent skidding.

Cyclist braking on a wet road
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What should you do before turning across a cycle lane?

272. What should you do before turning across a cycle lane?

✓ Check mirrors and blind spots carefully for cyclists.
Enter the cycle lane without checking behind.
Sound your horn and turn immediately.
Turn quickly before cyclists reach the junction.

Cyclists may be beside or behind you when you turn. Check mirrors and blind spots, signal clearly, and turn only when it is safe.

Vehicle preparing to turn across a cycle lane
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What should you do if someone is injured in a road collision?

273. 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.
✓ Call for help and avoid moving them unless there is immediate danger.
Help them stand up and check whether they can walk.

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 before driving after taking medicine?

274. What should you do before driving after taking medicine?

Take an extra dose before a long journey.
Drive normally if the medicine was prescribed.
✓ Check whether it may affect your ability to drive.
Drink coffee to prevent any side effects.

Some medicines can affect driving ability by causing drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, slower reactions, or reduced concentration. Check the label or patient information and follow advice from your doctor or pharmacist before driving.

Checking medicine warnings before driving
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Which control is normally used to switch on the dipped headlights?

275. Which control is normally used to switch on the dipped headlights?

The windscreen-wiper control.
The hazard warning switch.
✓ The lighting control.
The rear-window demister.

The lighting control is normally used to switch on the dipped headlights. Depending on the vehicle, it may be a rotary switch or part of a lighting stalk.

Lighting control for switching on dipped headlights
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What should cyclists do when passing pedestrians on a shared path?

276. What should cyclists do when passing pedestrians on a shared path?

Assume they will hear you approaching.
✓ Slow down, give warning, and leave enough space.
Use your bell and keep the same speed.
Pass quickly before they change direction.

Pedestrians may change direction unexpectedly. A warning and safe passing distance reduce the risk of a collision.

Cyclist passing pedestrians on a shared path
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Why is it dangerous to cross between parked cars?

277. Why is it dangerous to cross between parked cars?

You cannot hear approaching traffic between cars.
✓ Drivers may not see you or expect you to cross.
Traffic always moves faster beside parked cars.
Parked cars make the crossing distance longer.

Parked vehicles can block the view between pedestrians and drivers. This makes it harder to see approaching traffic and harder for drivers to see you.

Pedestrian crossing between parked cars
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

278. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Cruise control.
Driving mode selection.
✓ Speed limiter.
Electronic stability control.

The speed limiter allows the driver to set a maximum speed that the vehicle should not normally exceed while the accelerator is being used.

Vehicle speed-limiter control and symbol
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What should you do if your main beam could dazzle another driver?

279. What should you do if your main beam could dazzle another driver?

✓ Switch to dipped headlights.
Flash the main beam briefly before passing.
Reduce speed but leave the main beam on.
Keep the main beam on unless the other driver flashes you.

Main beam can dazzle other road users and reduce their visibility. Switch to dipped headlights whenever your main beam could dazzle another driver.

Headlight glare affecting another road user
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

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

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

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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Which selector position is used when parking the vehicle?

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

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

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 if another driver does not give way when they should?

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

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

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

Conflicting vehicle movements at a junction
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What does pulling the lighting stalk towards you normally do?

283. What does pulling the lighting stalk towards you normally do?

Activate the hazard warning lights.
✓ Flash the main-beam headlights.
Activate the direction indicators.
Switch on the dipped headlights.

Pulling the lighting stalk towards you normally flashes the main-beam headlights. This briefly illuminates the main beam while the stalk is held or operated.

Lighting stalk used to flash the main-beam headlights
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What should you normally do with the gearbox during a longer stop in a manual vehicle?

284. What should you normally do with the gearbox during a longer stop in a manual vehicle?

✓ Select neutral and release the clutch.
Select reverse gear.
Keep first gear selected with the clutch pressed.
Keep the accelerator pressed.

During a longer stop, selecting neutral and releasing the clutch can reduce unnecessary strain on the clutch release mechanism. Keep the vehicle securely held with the brake or parking brake as appropriate.

Neutral gear selection during a longer stop
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Why should you take extra care if oil or diesel is spilled on the road?

285. Why should you take extra care if oil or diesel is spilled on the road?

It can increase tyre pressure.
It can make the brakes overheat.
It can damage road markings immediately.
✓ It can make the road extremely slippery.

Oil, diesel and other fluids can create a very slippery road surface, particularly for motorcycles and bicycles. Reduce speed, avoid sudden braking or steering and keep the vehicle as stable as possible when crossing a contaminated area.

Oil or diesel spilled on a road surface
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What should you do if a trailer begins to sway?

286. What should you do if a trailer begins to sway?

Accelerate to pull the trailer straight.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed smoothly.
Brake hard as soon as the sway begins.
Steer quickly from side to side.

Sudden steering or braking can worsen trailer sway. Stay calm, hold a steady course, and reduce speed smoothly.

Trailer swaying behind a towing vehicle
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What should you normally do before selecting D or R in an automatic vehicle?

287. What should you normally do before selecting D or R in an automatic vehicle?

Apply the parking brake only.
✓ Press and hold the brake pedal.
Switch off the engine.
Press the accelerator pedal.

Before selecting D (Drive) or R (Reverse), keep the brake pedal pressed to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly when the gear is engaged.

Holding the brake before selecting an automatic driving gear
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Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

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

The number of drinks matters more than their strength.
You can judge your alcohol level by how sober you feel.
✓ Drink strength, serving size, and individual effects can vary.
One drink affects every person in the same way.

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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Why should you leave space when cycling beside parked cars?

289. Why should you leave space when cycling beside parked cars?

Because parked vehicles have priority over cyclists.
Because the road could be slippery beside parked cars.
To stay outside the marked parking area.
✓ A door may open suddenly.

A driver or passenger may open a door without seeing you. Leaving space reduces the risk of a dooring collision.

Cyclist riding beside parked cars
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What is aquaplaning?

290. What is aquaplaning?

✓ When tyres ride on a layer of water and lose contact with the road.
When steering becomes heavier on a dry road.
When low tyre pressure causes a tyre to burst.
When water enters the engine and causes it to stop.

Aquaplaning occurs when water builds up between the tyres and the road, causing a loss of grip and control. The risk increases at higher speeds.

Water separating a tyre from the road surface
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What should you do if a gear does not engage easily in a manual vehicle?

291. What should you do if a gear does not engage easily in a manual vehicle?

Press the accelerator fully.
Release the clutch suddenly.
✓ Avoid forcing the gear lever.
Push the lever harder until the gear engages.

If a gear does not engage easily, do not force the gear lever. Make sure the clutch is fully pressed and the vehicle's speed is suitable for the gear before trying again.

Operating a manual gear lever without forcing it
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What should you do when traffic is merging from another lane?

292. What should you do when traffic is merging from another lane?

Speed up slightly so they can merge behind you.
Maintain your speed and expect them to merge behind you.
✓ Adjust your speed and leave space when safe.
Move into another lane without checking around you.

When traffic merges, good observation and speed control help vehicles join safely without sudden braking or conflict.

Vehicle merging from an adjacent lane
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How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

293. How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

Stay close beside it to remain sheltered from the wind.
Keep the steering fixed while you move past it.
✓ Be prepared for sudden wind changes when passing.
Use the horn before moving alongside the vehicle.

Large vehicles can block wind and then expose you to strong gusts when you pass them.

Vehicle passing a large vehicle in windy conditions
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Why should you reduce speed in fog?

294. Why should you reduce speed in fog?

To prevent the windscreen from misting.
✓ Because you have less time to react to hazards you cannot see.
To prevent moisture from entering the engine.
To reduce fuel consumption.

Fog can hide obstacles, pedestrians, and other vehicles. Lower speed gives you more time to react.

Fog limiting a driver's view ahead
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What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

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

Apply lubricant to the wiper blades.
✓ Clean the windscreen and blades, and replace worn blades.
Replace the washer pump instead of the blades.
Use the wipers at a higher speed.

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

Wiper streaks on a vehicle's windscreen
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How should you check the engine oil level?

296. How should you check the engine oil level?

Check it while the engine is running at high speed.
Use the coolant reservoir to measure the oil level.
✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions with the vehicle on level ground.
Add oil every time you refuel the vehicle.

Use the dipstick or electronic oil-level system as described in the owner's manual. The engine is usually switched off, and the vehicle should be standing on level ground.

Checking the engine oil level
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What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

297. What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

✓ A sudden gust may affect your vehicle.
The vehicle may automatically slow down.
The road surface may suddenly become more slippery.
Your steering may become lighter.

Buildings, trees, and other obstacles can block wind. When you leave shelter, a sudden gust may push your vehicle.

Vehicle leaving a sheltered stretch of road
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Why is a microsleep especially dangerous while driving?

298. Why is a microsleep especially dangerous while driving?

It usually makes you drive more slowly.
It normally happens only when the vehicle is stopped.
✓ You can lose awareness of the road for several seconds.
It only affects your ability to hear.

A microsleep is a brief, involuntary episode of sleep that can last for a few seconds. During that time, you may lose awareness of the road and travel a considerable distance without reacting to hazards.

Driver losing alertness at the wheel
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What should cyclists do when riding over loose gravel or road debris?

299. What should cyclists do when riding over loose gravel or road debris?

Brake hard while turning.
Keep the same speed as on a dry, smooth road.
✓ Reduce speed and steer smoothly.
Accelerate to keep the bicycle stable.

Loose material reduces tyre grip. Smooth steering and controlled speed lower the chance of losing balance.

Cyclist riding over loose gravel
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Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

300. Why should you check your mirrors before braking?

To check whether your brake lights are working.
To shorten the distance needed to stop.
✓ To know what is happening behind you.
To decide which gear to use while slowing down.

Checking your mirrors helps you understand what is happening behind you and anticipate how following traffic may react. In an emergency, do not delay necessary braking.

Driver checking following traffic before braking
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