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What should you do when you overtake a cyclist on a two-way road?
Question 1
1Pass closely, staying about 1 metre (3 feet 3 inches) from the kerb
2Go past quickly and move back to the left sharply
3Leave plenty of room and check your nearside mirror before returning to the left
4Give a right-turn signal after you've moved out to overtake
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Leave plenty of room and check your nearside mirror before returning to the leftRightThis was the right answer
Only overtake when it's safe to do so, and don't use the size of your vehicle to intimidate approaching traffic. When overtaking a cyclist, leave plenty of room and, before returning to the left, check in your nearside mirror to make sure you've passed them safely.
Your lorry has a curtain-sided body. Your route will take you over several high-level bridges. Why should you check the weather forecast before starting your journey?
Question 2
1Rain can make crossing bridges very difficult for large vehicles
2In hot weather, the bridges might be closed to heavy traffic
3You won't be able to cross the bridges if it's frosty
4High-level bridges may be closed to certain vehicles in windy weather
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High-level bridges may be closed to certain vehicles in windy weatherRightThis was the right answer
In exposed places, such as high-level bridges, viaducts or some motorways, high winds can cause the road to be closed to certain vehicles. If you're driving a high-sided vehicle and high winds are forecast, plan an alternative route in case your intended route is closed.
What should you do when you want to join a motorway where traffic is flowing freely?
Question 3
1Keep to a low speed until you see a gap on the motorway
2Build up your speed on the slip road before joining the motorway
3Stop at the start of the slip road and move off when you see a gap
4Use the hard shoulder, if necessary, to build up speed
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Build up your speed on the slip road before joining the motorwayRightThis was the right answer
Normally, you should avoid having to stop before joining a motorway. Use the slip road to build up your speed so that you can emerge safely. If it's extremely busy, there may be rare occasions when you have to stop and then filter into the traffic. This is most likely to happen where traffic is queuing; for example, at roadworks.
What should you do before driving your high-sided lorry in windy weather?
Question 4
1Check your wind deflector
2Check your spray-suppression equipment
3Plan your route in advance
4Only half-load your lorry
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Plan your route in advanceRightThis was the right answer
In high winds, some exposed roads, bridges and viaducts are closed to high-sided vehicles. Plan your route with care and try to avoid these areas. Also plan an alternative route in case of road closure.
You're overtaking another lorry. What should you do if you start to lose speed due to an uphill gradient?
Question 5
1Continue at the same speed and in the same position
2Try to force the vehicle you were overtaking to drop back
3Try to force the vehicle you were overtaking to speed up
4Ease off and drop behind the vehicle you were trying to overtake
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Ease off and drop behind the vehicle you were trying to overtakeRightThis was the right answer
If you try to overtake another vehicle and realise that you're unable to complete the manoeuvre, ease off the accelerator and drop back behind the vehicle. If the vehicle you're trying to overtake is large, then it will take a long time to pass. You should assess whether you have the time and power to complete the manoeuvre before you try to overtake.
Your curtain-sided vehicle is completely empty. In a safe place before travel, its approved procedure allows the curtains to be secured open without obstructing mirrors or damaging the body. What may reduce crosswind loading?
Question 6
1Tie one curtain open and lock open the rear doors
2Leave both curtains closed
3Tie both curtains open
4Tie open the curtain on the side the wind's blowing from
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Tie both curtains openRightThis was the right answer
Securing both curtains open can reduce the side area resisting the wind on a suitable empty vehicle. Only do this under a safe procedure with clear mirrors and no risk to the roof, doors or curtains. It does not make severe wind safe or permit crossing a closed bridge; stop, postpone or reroute as necessary.
When is a high-sided vehicle most affected by side wind?
Question 7
1When it's stationary
2When it's travelling loaded
3When it's being reversed
4When it's travelling empty
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When it's travelling emptyRightThis was the right answer
Take care if you're driving an empty high-sided vehicle when it's windy. Watch for places where the conditions could suddenly change, such as a gap between buildings or when passing under a bridge. Reduce your speed and stay alert for other road users who are also affected by these weather conditions.
On a completely empty curtain-sided vehicle whose approved procedure permits both curtains to be safely secured open, why might you consider doing so?
Question 8
1To use less fuel
2It's a legal requirement
3To prevent the curtains from tearing
4To reduce the effect of side wind
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To reduce the effect of side windRightThis was the right answer
This may reduce crosswind loading, but only where the vehicle and safe procedure permit it without obstructing mirrors or damaging the body. Secure the curtains before travel in a safe place. Obey restrictions and do not continue in conditions that make vehicle control unsafe.
You're driving a lorry towards a high bridge on a windy day. What should you expect?
Question 9
1Changed weight limits
2No restrictions for lorries
3Minimum speed limits
4Lane closures
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Lane closuresRightThis was the right answer
In windy weather, exposed stretches of road may have lane closures or there may be diversions for some types of vehicle. Consider this when you're planning your journey; delays will add to your driving time.
Which of these vehicles is most at risk from strong side wind?
Question 10
1A laden lorry with box body
2An unladen lorry with box body
3An unladen lorry with platform body
4A laden lorry with platform body
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An unladen lorry with box bodyRightThis was the right answer
An unladen vehicle that also has high sides will be vulnerable to the effects of strong side wind. An evenly distributed load will help to keep the vehicle more stable, but the higher the vehicle is, the more it will be affected. Be aware that such a vehicle may become unstable or difficult to control in windy conditions.
In strong winds, an overtaking lorry can cause additional air turbulence that can affect other road users. Which vehicle is most at risk from this turbulence?
Question 11
1A car
2A delivery van
3A motorcycle
4A coach
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A motorcycleRightThis was the right answer
Vehicles such as motorcycles, bicycles and caravans could be blown off course by strong winds. You should be aware that your vehicle could cause additional buffeting when you overtake, so allow them plenty of room.
Which vehicle is most at risk in windy conditions?
Question 12
1High-sided lorry
2Saloon car
3Tractor unit
4Single-deck bus
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High-sided lorryRightThis was the right answer
High-sided vehicles are severely affected by side wind because of the large surface area of the bodywork. The risk of loss of control is increased if the vehicle is unladen.
What is the purpose of a correctly adjusted roof air deflector between a lorry cab and a taller body or trailer?
Question 13
1To increase the load’s permitted height
2To improve airflow and reduce aerodynamic drag
3To replace load restraints
4To remove the need to check crosswinds
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To improve airflow and reduce aerodynamic dragRightThis was the right answer
The deflector guides airflow between the cab and the taller body or trailer. Set it for the actual combination as the manufacturer instructs. Savings depend on its adjustment, body shape and conditions; a headwind is not a universal test of effectiveness.
You're driving your lorry on the motorway. What should you do when visibility is reduced by heavy rain and spray?
Question 14
1Maintain a constant speed
2Use main-beam headlights
3Double your dry-weather separation distance
4Stay in the left-hand lane
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Double your dry-weather separation distanceRightThis was the right answer
Wet-road stopping distances are at least double those on dry roads. Increase the dry-weather gap by at least that amount, reduce speed to the visibility and allow further space for the actual large vehicle. Dipped headlights help others see you; do not assume a doubled gap is always sufficient.
What should you do before driving your lorry away from a wet construction site at the side of a motorway?
Question 15
1Turn on your amber beacon
2Drain the air tanks
3Hose down the wheels
4Set your tachograph to 'other work'
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Hose down the wheelsRightThis was the right answer
Before leaving a construction site, check your vehicle for mud and for debris wedged between double rear wheels. It's important that you prevent any mud or debris from being deposited on the road, where it could be a danger to other road users.
You're driving a lorry from a wet construction site onto a motorway. Why must you take extra precautions before leaving the site?
Question 16
1Your view from the cab will be obscured by plant machinery
2It's an offence to emerge from a works site onto a motorway
3Your lorry's spray-suppression equipment will be inoperative
4Mud or debris carried onto the road can make it dangerously slippery
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Mud or debris carried onto the road can make it dangerously slipperyRightThis was the right answer
Prevent mud and debris reaching the public road. The site should provide wheel washing where needed and arrange prompt cleaning of any deposits. Check the wheels and ledges before leaving rather than relying on road users to avoid contamination.
What ground conditions are suitable for a tipper lorry to tip its load?
Question 17
1Soft and level
2Soft and downhill
3Solid and uphill
4Solid and level
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Solid and levelRightThis was the right answer
When discharging a load from a tipper vehicle, the centre of gravity is raised as the tipper body rises. To avoid the vehicle rolling over, it's vital that it's positioned on a level, solid surface before the tipper mechanism is engaged.
You're driving a lorry of more than 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass along a motorway. When can you use the right-hand lane to overtake?
Question 18
1When the motorway has two lanes
2When the motorway has three lanes
3When there's a 50 mph speed limit
4When there's a 40 mph speed limit
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When the motorway has two lanesRightThis was the right answer
For the stated goods vehicle over 7.5 tonnes, ordinary overtaking in the right-hand lane is allowed on a two-lane motorway when safe and legal. The right-hand lane of a motorway with three or more lanes is prohibited except in prescribed circumstances. Rule 265 defines the different goods, passenger and trailer categories precisely.
You're driving on a motorway. You look in your mirrors and see smoke coming from your rear tyres. What should you do?
Question 19
1Reduce speed for the rest of your journey
2Drive on the hard shoulder until the smoke stops
3Stop as soon as it's safe to do so
4Ignore it; this is normal when driving at speed
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Stop as soon as it's safe to do soRightThis was the right answer
Smoking tyres indicate a potentially dangerous defect. Stop as soon as you can reach a place of relative safety and obtain help. Use the current motorway breakdown procedure: do not assume every motorway has a hard shoulder or continue driving along it until the smoke stops.
You're on a wet, level road, driving at 50 mph. What's the minimum time gap you should leave between your vehicle and the one in front?
Question 20
1One second
2Two seconds
3Three seconds
4Four seconds
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Four secondsRightThis was the right answer
The usual advice is to leave a minimum time gap of two seconds, but on wet roads you should leave at least double that time. Always take the road and weather conditions into account when you're driving.