driving

When driving at night the dipped headlights of a typical car should enable the driver to see for a distance of how many metres?

30

What effect could a rear-tyre blow-out have on a vehicle?

It could cause the vehicle to sway from side to side.

39. When meeting oncoming traffic on a national road, is it permitted to move into the hard shoulder to allow following traffic to overtake?

Yes, temporarily when the hard shoulder is clear and it is safe to drive there

When dazzled by the lights of an oncoming vehicle, what should a driver do?

Do not look directly at the lights.

When driving behind a cyclist in wet conditions, what should you generally do compared with normal dry conditions?

Increase the following distance

In Ireland, what is the general maximum speed limit in a built-up area unless a different limit is displayed?

50km/h

Why should screenwash be used instead of plain water in the washer reservoir?

To clean better and prevent freezing

What lights should be shown on a parked car, tractor or works vehicle at night on an unlit public road?

At least one side lamp front and rear on the side nearest the centre of the road.

What is good basic first aid for a person who has been burned?

Apply cold water

What is a possible effect of over-filling the engine with oil?

It could damage the catalytic converter

When driving at night the dipped headlights of a typical car should enable the driver to see for a distance of how many metres?

30 meters

What should a driver do if their vehicle gets into a four-wheel sideways skid?

Turn the steering wheel in the same direction as the skid and ease off the accelerator.

A driver is automatically disqualified from driving for how long if, on a first offence, they refused to provide a member of An Garda Síochána with a sample of blood, urine or breath?

4 years

At night, what effect could driving with a single headlight have on oncoming drivers?

They could mistake the vehicle for a motorcycle.

What is the fine for a learner driver who drives unaccompanied?

€160

What should a driver do after passing through a flooded section of road?

Apply the brake pedal lightly at slow speed for a short distance to dry the brakes

The driver should allow the yellow car to proceed.

(At a cross junction of equal importance the traffic approaching from the right has priority.)

What does a rev counter provide information on?

Engine revolutions

Before entering a tunnel, what should a driver do in order to improve vision?

Take off sunglasses

What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 100 km/h on a dry road?

70 meters

A learner driver who has been stopped by a Garda for driving unaccompanied faces a minimum fine of how much?

160 euro

What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 50 km/h on a WET road?

36 meters

When must a driver use a red flag as a marker for a rear load overhang that exceeds one metre?

Only during the day

When wishing to turn right at the end of a one-way street, where should a driver position their vehicle?

Drive as close as is possible to the right-hand side of the road.

Parking not allowed at the times and days shown.

At a railway level crossing with unattended gates, what should a car driver do?

Open both gates before proceeding to cross.

What distance after a pedestrian crossing can a driver park to make a delivery?

5 meters

Clearway - no stopping or parking during the times shown.

What should a driver do if the fuel system becomes air-locked?

Bleed the air out of the fuel system.

While driving at higher speeds, what does a continuous vibration in the steering indicate?

The wheel balance is uneven

When a driver operates the indicator switch and hears a more rapid clicking noise than normal, what could this mean?

The indicator bulb may have blown

When should tyre pressure be checked?

When the tyres are cold.

Who is responsible for ensuring that a passenger over 17 years of age is wearing a seat belt while travelling in a car?

The passenger only

What does worn tread along the edge of the inside of a tyre suggest?

Steering alignment may be faulty

What danger could be associated with driving a tractor and trailer over a humpbacked bridge?

The trailer could become detached.

A fault in which component may lead to uneven or excessive tyre wear?

Suspension

What danger can arise from the power take-off shaft of a tractor?

If it is not covered, clothing can get caught in it.

What is the purpose of daytime running lights on a vehicle?

To increase the vehicles visibility in daylight hours

If a vehicle breaks down on a motorway, what should a person do?

Wear a high visibility vest

Crossroads with major road ahead.

Stop if approaching from behind

Possibility of low flying aircraft

Level crossing ahead protected by lights and barriers

Where can drivers locate the Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) of their vehicle?

On a metal plate on the vehicle

A driver must not cross the broken white line unless safe to do so

No parking in this area

Junction ahead with roads of lesser importance

The driver intends to turn left

Level crossing ahead guarded by gates or barriers

When should a driver use their vehicle's hazard warning lights?

When causing an unavoidable obstruction

What is a possible effect of over-filling the engine with oil?

It could damage the catalytic converter

Unless otherwise indicated, what is the maximum speed allowed for a car towing a caravan on a motorway?

80

Who is authorized to see a driver’s vehicle registration document?

garda

At a railway level crossing with unattended gates, what should a car driver do?

• Open both gates before proceeding to cross

Where may a driver overtake on a 2-plus-1 road?

in the 2 lane stretch

What should a driver do if involved in an incident where there is damage to property only?

It is not necessary to report it to the Gardaí provided it has been reported to the property owner.

After changing a wheel on a vehicle, which of the following should be checked soon afterwards?

the wheel nuts

What are the fixed charge amount and penalties incurred for a learner driver who drives unaccompanied?

Please choose one answer

80 euro fine and 2 penalty points

In general, how often should a driver check the tyre pressure of a vehicle?

regularily

When is it safe for a driver to use the main beam headlights when driving at night?

when there is no oncoming traffic

Under what circumstances would a driver increase the air pressure in the tyres?

when taking a journey with additional passangers

traffic should cross back to the left lane ahead

What distance before a zebra crossing is parking prohibited?

15m

Within what distance of a road junction is parking prohibited?

5m

Unless otherwise indicated, what is the maximum speed allowed for a car towing a trailer on national roads?

80km/h

When negotiating junctions, which road users are particularly vulnerable?

motorcyclists

How does harsh acceleration affect fuel consumption?

• There is no effect provided the engine is properly tuned.

• There is no effect if a high gear is engaged.

• Fuel consumption decreases.

• Fuel consumption increases.

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When negotiating junctions, which road users are particularly vulnerable?

• Minibus drivers.

• Van drivers.

• Tractor drivers.

• Motorcyclists.

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What are the drink driving penalties for a learner driver with a blood alcohol concentrate (BAC) of 20 mg to 80 mg per 100 millilitres of blood?

200 fine and 3 months driving disqualification

If it is safe to overtake a cyclist in speed zones over 50 km/h, what is the recommended minimum passing distance?

minimum of 1.5 meters

What should a driver do before starting a journey in bad weather?

Top up the windscreen washer reservoir

What is the maximum gross weight of a vehicle that may be driven by the holder of a Category B driving licence?

3500kg

What should a driver do if there is very heavy traffic congestion in a tunnel?

switch on hazard warning lights

what lights indicate a zebra crossing

flashing amber beacons

what can be affected by driving on under inflated tyres?

braking ability

maximum speed allowed for a car towing trailer on national roads?

80km

If a vehicle being driven through a tunnel goes on fire, what should the driver do?

Leave the vehicle immediately and use the emergency phone at the nearest emergency station

What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 50 km/h on a dry road?

25 metres.

What should a driver do if they see a red warning triangle on the road?

The driver should slow down and expect a hazard up ahead

When is it permissible to overtake another vehicle on the nearside (left-hand side)?

Correct Answer: When the vehicle in front is signalling to turn right.

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low bridge up ahead

in general how regularly should a vehicle be serviced?

as per manufacturers recommendation

If driving a vehicle with automatic transmission, what in particular should a driver be aware of?

That engine braking power is reduced.

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dual carriageway ends

only buses, cyclists and taxis allowed to use the lane during the time shown

with flow bus and cycle lane ahead on left

When is it safe for a driver to use the main beam headlights when driving at night?

when there is no oncoming traffic

What effect could hitting or mounting the kerb have on a vehicle’s tyres?

it could damage the sidewalls

What is the danger associated with applying the handbrake (parking brake) when the vehicle is moving?

The wheels could lock and cause the vehicle to skid

In general, above what gross vehicle weight must a trailer have brakes fitted?

750kg

When driving along, a driver feels that the oncoming car may crash into their vehicle. What should they do?

Sound the horn to attract the attention of the other driver and take evasive action.

After changing a wheel on a vehicle, which of the following should be checked soon afterwards?

The wheel nuts

Only buses, cyclists and taxis are allowed to use the lane ahead during the hours indicated.

Whilst driving, why might a driver suspect that the brake fluid level in their vehicle is low?

The brakes feel spongy and soft.

Can a driver break a red light or break the speed limit to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass?

no

What is a courtesy pedestrian crossing?

An uncontrolled pedestrian crossing place.

What should a driver do when driving at night on an unlit road?

Watch out for unlit cyclists

What should a driver who wishes to perform a U-turn do?

Check that the road is not one way

Series of dangerous corners