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• Multiple Choice Questions
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• 1 Even if the signal at a railway level crossing does not indicate that a train is coming, you should-
  
  Stop completely at all times. Speed up and cross the tracks quickly. Cross only if there is a clear passage through the crossing and you can drive completely clear of the crossing.
• 2 You want to give a lift to a friend and his four month old baby. Before you do, you need to make sure-
  You have a baby restraint properly fitted to your vehicle. Your driver's licence permits you to carry children under the age of twelve months. You have enough seat belts for all the passengers, including the baby.
• 3 When the road is marked this way are you permitted to cross the lines to overtake the bicycle rider if the way forward is clear?
  
  Yes. No. Yes, only if it is one way traffic.
• 4 What does this sign mean?
  
  Slow down and beware of trucks entering from the side. Heavy vehicle checking station ahead. Trucks must use low gear.
• 5 When is a driver allowed to go over the speed limit?
  At anytime so long as the driver does not do more than 5 km/h over the speed limit. Not at anytime. At anytime so long as the driver does not do more than 10 km/h over the speed limit.
• 6 You are driving in a 70 km/h zone, keeping to the limit. Several vehicles pass you. One of your passengers suggests you should keep up with the other traffic. What should you do?
  Decide your speed yourself, based on the speed limit and the conditions. Speed up a little bit over the speed limit, because everyone does it. Follow the suggestions and keep up with the traffic.
• 7 You are most likely to find this sign, where-
  
  There is an athletic field ahead. Children may be crossing the road ahead, slow down and be prepared to make a safe stop. Pedestrians are not allowed.
• 8 You are approaching a green light in vehicle A. An ambulance sounding its siren is approaching the same intersection and has a red light. You should-
  
  Pull over to the left before you reach the intersection. Slow down and stop if necessary to prevent getting in its way. Keep driving because you have the green light.
• 9 When are you allowed to enter and cross a railway crossing where flashing red lights operate?
  As soon as the crossing is clear of trains or trams. As soon as the other traffic starts to move. Only after the red lights stop flashing and the bells stop ringing.
• 10 You are driving towards a dual lane roundabout where you intend to turn right. What path through the laned roundabout must you take?
  Enter from either lane, travel around the roundabout in either lane and leave in either lane. Enter from the right lane only, travel around the roundabout in the right lane and leave in either lane. Enter from the right lane only, travel around the roundabout in the right lane and leave in the right lane only.
• 11 When you see this sign you must-
  
  Drive at a speed less than 40 km/h if you are not a resident of the local zone. Not exceed 40 km/h and keep a special lookout for bicycle riders, pedestrians and children. Only enter the street if you live in the local zone.
• 12 When going downhill, what happens to the braking distance of your vehicle?
  Remains the same as the grip of the tyres on the road remains the same. Becomes much longer. Becomes less.
• 13 What should you do on approaching a railway level crossing displaying a STOP sign?
  
  Stop at all times and proceed when safe to do so. Stop, only if a train is at the crossing. Slow down to 10 km/h, then proceed through the crossing.
• 14 To drive safely, you need to concentrate and be able to monitor everything that is happening on the road. To do this, you need to-
  Continually scan the road, looking ahead, to the sides, checking side and rear mirrors and anticipate what may happen. Turn all your attention only to the road ahead. Ask other occupants in the vehicle to watch out for possible dangers.
• 15 You are waiting to turn right from behind the stop line at an intersection. You are faced with a green light and a red right turn arrow. The red arrow light goes out. What should you do?
  Wait behind the stop line until the green light changes to yellow and then move into the intersection and complete the right turn, if it is safe. Wait behind the stop line and until the green arrow appears again before you complete the right turn. Enter the intersection and wait until it is safe to complete your right turn.
• 16 You are driving in a 60 km/h zone, with only one lane for traffic in your direction. You see a bus ahead (with this sign displayed on the rear) signalling its intention to pull out from the kerb, you should-
  
  Slow down, and give way to the bus as it has priority. Continue at your normal speed as the bus does not have priority. Slow down and give way to pedestrians only.
• 17 Are you permitted to tow a caravan with a person riding in the caravan?
  No, not under any circumstances. Yes, provided you do not exceed 60 km/h. Yes, if the person(s) in the caravan are over 12 years of age.
• 18 You are driving towards an intersection in a lane marked with arrows for turning right. Are you allowed to change lanes before the intersection?
  Yes, unless you have to cross an unbroken lane line. Yes, at anytime before the intersection. Yes, the driver can change lanes at anytime when there are no vehicle following closely.
• 19 What does this sign mean?
  
  Watch out for bicycle riders along the roadway or when turning. You are approaching a children's playground, slow down. Bicycle riders not allowed on the roadway.
• 20 If there are pedestrians on a pedestrian crossing ('Wombat' crossing), you are required to-
  Give way to all pedestrians on the crossing, and then continue when it is safe. Stop and give way only to persons crossing from your right. Stop and give way only to children from either direction.
• 21 If you intend to turn left, are you required to give a signal?
  No, if arrows are marked on the roadway. Yes, either using turn signals fitted to your vehicle, or hand signals. No, if turning left from a lane marked left turn only.
• 22 Do you have any responsibilities when opening a vehicle door on a roadway?
  No, there is no regulation to cover this situation. No, any following traffic must stop if the door interferes with its progress. Yes, you must not open a door if you are likely to cause danger to road users or impede traffic.
• 23 You want to turn right at an intersection and see this traffic light. You should-
  
  Stay behind the stop line until the green arrow shows. Enter the intersection and wait for the green arrow. Move forward slowly.
• 24 Turn signals are-
  Always required for any turn. Not required when turning at traffic lights with a green arrow. Not required when turning at intersections.
• 25 When driving near pedestrian crossings, intersections, or school crossings, you should always-
  Slow down, watch for pedestrians and be ready to make a safe stop. Keep your eyes on the speedo. Move into the left lane.
• 26 A car is carrying a driver and 3 adult passengers. There are seat belts in all seating positions. By law, seat belts must be worn by-
  Only the driver and front seat passenger. All four people. Only the driver.
• 27 When you wish to drive straight ahead at a dual lane roundabout you may enter from either the left or right lane. As you continue around you should-
  Change lanes to get through quickly. Keep in the lane you entered the roundabout. Move into another lane with least traffic.
• 28 What is the closest distance you may park on the approach side of a children's crossing?
  20 metres. 25 metres. 12 metres.
• 29 If you double your speed and you crash into a large stationary object such as a 'stobie' pole, what happens to your risk of being injured or killed?
  Could increase by 4 times or more. Increases slightly. Doubles.
• 30 A Qualified Supervising Driver must have held an unconditional licence for the preceding-
  6 months. 2 years. 12 months.
• 31 When you see this sign you should-
  
  Stop, only if a train is at the crossing. Come to a complete stop, look both ways for trains and proceed with caution if no trains are approaching. Slow down, then drive slowly over the crossing looking both ways for trains.
• 32 You want to make a left turn. You must use your left hand indicator-
  Only when there is traffic behind you. At all times. Only when arrows are marked on the roadway.
• 33 At which ONE of the following places are U-turns permitted?
  In an intersection where a 'Stop' or 'Give Way' sign is displayed. At intersections that have traffic lights showing a green right turn arrow and when it is safe. On a freeway.
• 34 What is the first thing that you should you do if your foot brake appears to fail?
  Steer from side to side only. Pump the foot brake several times, lightly apply the handbrake and change to a lower gear. Change gears and sound your horn.
• 35 When approaching a marked pedestrian crossing and no pedestrians are in sight, you should-
  
  Come to a complete stop before the crossing. Go faster, in case a pedestrian steps onto the crossing. Slow down and be ready to make a safe stop.
• 36 As a provisional driver, how many standard alcoholic drinks can you have immediately prior to driving?
  One drink in the last hour before driving, providing you do not have more than five before that last hour. Not more than one drink each hour, as your body will remove the alcohol in time for driving. None, as a provisional licence holder must have no alcohol in the blood when driving.
• 37 If you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, you must-
  Increase your speed to avoid the vehicle. Take whatever action is necessary (with safety) to make way for the emergency vehicle. Flash your headlights to warn other drivers.
• 38 Alcohol is a depressant. This means-
  It speeds your brain up so you can work better. It slows down how quickly your brain works. It makes you calm down and think more clearly.
• 39 What does this sign mean?
  
  Tollway ahead, be prepared to stop and pay toll. T intersection ahead. If you are on the terminating road, you must give way to all vehicles approaching from your right or left. No through road ahead, slow down.
• 40 When can a private car travel in a lane marked by this sign?
  
  Only within 100 metres of making a turn. When carrying at least two passengers. Only to overtake another vehicle.
• 41 If there are no signs or markings to advise you, can you choose any of these methods of parking?
  
  No, only N is correct. Yes, N is best but M and O are quite legal. Yes. M, N and O are all legal.
• 42 When is the most likely time to find native animals wandering on Australian roads?
  During daylight hours only. At night and around dawn. Only after it has rained.

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