Preparing to drive quiz

#1. What should you do before moving off? ? It is important to check your surroundings and warn other road users of your intentions before moving off.

Select all that apply:

Check your mirrors

Signal

Check blind spots

All of the above

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Correct answer: All of the above

#2. When stopping, what is the first thing you should do? ? Unless it is a real emergency you should check it is safe before changing speed or direction.

Signal

Check mirrors

Apply the brakes

Check blind spots

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Correct answer: Check mirrors

#3. What is the correct sequence for moving off? ? The routine to move off safely is often called, POM. Prepare - Observe - Move.

Signal, check mirrors, move off

Check mirrors, signal, check blind spots, move off

Check blind spots, signal, check mirrors, move off

Signal, check blind spots, move off

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Correct answer: Check mirrors, signal, check blind spots, move off

#4. When should you use the handbrake? ? The handbrake, also known as the parking brake should be used whenever the car is stationary for more that just a few seconds.

When stopping at traffic lights

When parking

When stopping on a hill

All of the above

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Correct answer: All of the above

#5. What should you do if you need to stop quickly in an emergency? ? Breaking is made up of three components. Thinking distance, breaking distance and stopping distance. Combined they make up the overall stopping distance.

Signal

Check mirrors

Apply the brakes firmly

All of the above

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Correct answer: Apply the brakes firmly

#6. When should you signal? ? Use of signals is communication between you and other road users. Warning them of your intentions is crucial to avoiding collisions.

When turning

When changing lanes

When stopping

All of the above

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Correct answer: All of the above

#7. When should you cancel your signal? ? A signal is your way of communicating with other road users and you should apply the signal until the manoeuvre is complete.

After completing the manoeuvre

Before starting the manoeuvre

While performing the manoeuvre

You don’t need to cancel it

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Correct answer: After completing the manoeuvre

#8. What is the purpose of signalling? ? Use of signals is communication between you and other road users. Warning them of your intentions is crucial to avoiding collisions.

To inform other road users of your intentions

To make your car look good

To confuse other drivers

To test your indicators

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Correct answer: To inform other road users of your intentions

#9. When should you check your mirrors? ? Unless it is a real life emergency you must always check your mirrors before changing speed or direction.

Before moving off

Before signalling

Before changing speed or direction

All of the above

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Correct answer: All of the above

#10. Which mirror should you check before overtaking? ? Overtaking can be very dangerous, it is important to know your surrounding on all sides before starting this manoeuvre.

Rear-view mirror

Left side mirror

Right side mirror

All of the above

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Correct answer: All of the above

#11. What should you do if you see a vehicle in your mirror that is too close? ? If you see a vehicle in your mirror that is too close, you should ease off the gas slightly. This helps to increase the distance between you and the vehicle behind, reducing the risk of a collision. It’s important to avoid sudden braking, as this could cause the vehicle behind to crash into you.

Speed up

Slow down gradually

Signal them to back off

Ignore them

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Correct answer: Slow down gradually

#12. How often should you check your mirrors while driving? ? Checking your mirrors often when driving helps you understand your full surroundings and assists in your decision making. You must also check your mirrors before changing speed or direction.

Every 5-8 seconds

Every 10-15 seconds

Every 20-30 seconds

Only when necessary

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Correct answer: Every 5-8 seconds

#13. What is the main purpose of the rear-view mirror? ? The rear-view mirror provides a direct view of the road behind, while side mirrors cover the areas to the sides and slightly behind the vehicle.

To check your appearance

To see the traffic behind you

To adjust your seat

To look at passengers

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Correct answer: To see the traffic behind you

#14. What is the first step in the cockpit drill? ? By starting with the seat adjustment, you set the foundation for a safe and comfortable driving experience. Once the seat is properly adjusted, you can then move on to adjusting the mirrors, steering wheel, and other controls to suit your needs.

Adjust the seat

Check mirrors

Fasten seatbelt

Adjust steering wheel

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Correct answer: Adjust the seat

#15. What should you do after adjusting your seat? ? The cockpit drill is often abbreviated as, DSSSM. Doors - Seat - Steering Wheel - Seatbelt then mirrors.

Check mirrors

Adjust steering wheel

Fasten seatbelt

Start the engine

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Correct answer: Adjust steering wheel

#16. Why is it important to adjust your seat properly? ? By starting with the seat adjustment, you set the foundation for a safe and comfortable driving experience. Once the seat is properly adjusted, you can then move on to adjusting the mirrors, steering wheel, and other controls to suit your needs.

For comfort

For better control of the vehicle

To reach the pedals

All of the above

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Correct answer: All of the above

#17. What should you check after fastening your seatbelt? ? By taking a few moments to adjust your mirrors before setting off, you ensure that you have the best possible view of your surroundings, which is key to safe and effective driving.

Mirrors

Fuel level

Tire pressure

Engine oil

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Correct answer: Mirrors

#18. What is the final step in the cockpit drill? ? By following the DSSSM sequence, you create a systematic and thorough approach to preparing for your journey, enhancing both safety and efficiency.

Start the engine

Check mirrors

Adjust seatbelt

Adjust seat

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Correct answer: Start the engine

#19. When should you use your hazard warning lights? ? Hazard warning lights are used to alert other road users that your vehicle is stationary and causing an obstruction or is in a potentially dangerous situation.

When parked on a double yellow line

When driving in heavy rain

When your vehicle is causing an obstruction

When you are reversing

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Correct answer: When your vehicle is causing an obstruction

#20. What is the correct technique for steering when making a turn? ? Keeping your hands either side of the steering wheel and feeding it is recommended for making turns because it provides better control and precision. This method involves keeping your hands on both sides of the wheel without crossing arms, allowing for smoother and more controlled movements. It helps maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel, which is essential for safe driving.

One-handed

Palming the wheel

Pull and push

Using your knees

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Correct answer: Pull and push

Results

#1. What should you do before moving off? ? It is important to check your surroundings and warn other road users of your intentions before moving off.

#2. When stopping, what is the first thing you should do? ? Unless it is a real emergency you should check it is safe before changing speed or direction.

#3. What is the correct sequence for moving off? ? The routine to move off safely is often called, POM. Prepare - Observe - Move.

#4. When should you use the handbrake? ? The handbrake, also known as the parking brake should be used whenever the car is stationary for more that just a few seconds.

#5. What should you do if you need to stop quickly in an emergency? ? Breaking is made up of three components. Thinking distance, breaking distance and stopping distance. Combined they make up the overall stopping distance.

#6. When should you signal? ? Use of signals is communication between you and other road users. Warning them of your intentions is crucial to avoiding collisions.

#7. When should you cancel your signal? ? A signal is your way of communicating with other road users and you should apply the signal until the manoeuvre is complete.

#8. What is the purpose of signalling? ? Use of signals is communication between you and other road users. Warning them of your intentions is crucial to avoiding collisions.

#9. When should you check your mirrors? ? Unless it is a real life emergency you must always check your mirrors before changing speed or direction.

#10. Which mirror should you check before overtaking? ? Overtaking can be very dangerous, it is important to know your surrounding on all sides before starting this manoeuvre.

#12. How often should you check your mirrors while driving? ? Checking your mirrors often when driving helps you understand your full surroundings and assists in your decision making. You must also check your mirrors before changing speed or direction.

#13. What is the main purpose of the rear-view mirror? ? The rear-view mirror provides a direct view of the road behind, while side mirrors cover the areas to the sides and slightly behind the vehicle.

#14. What is the first step in the cockpit drill? ? By starting with the seat adjustment, you set the foundation for a safe and comfortable driving experience. Once the seat is properly adjusted, you can then move on to adjusting the mirrors, steering wheel, and other controls to suit your needs.

#15. What should you do after adjusting your seat? ? The cockpit drill is often abbreviated as, DSSSM. Doors - Seat - Steering Wheel - Seatbelt then mirrors.

#17. What should you check after fastening your seatbelt? ? By taking a few moments to adjust your mirrors before setting off, you ensure that you have the best possible view of your surroundings, which is key to safe and effective driving.

#18. What is the final step in the cockpit drill? ? By following the DSSSM sequence, you create a systematic and thorough approach to preparing for your journey, enhancing both safety and efficiency.

#19. When should you use your hazard warning lights? ? Hazard warning lights are used to alert other road users that your vehicle is stationary and causing an obstruction or is in a potentially dangerous situation.