Driver Theory Test 1
You have 45 minutes to answer 40 multiple choice driver theory test mock questions. The pass mark is 35. You may check your answers as you progress or wait for your final score after finishing your test. Best of luck!
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a type of braking system found in most modern cars. It comes into play automatically when the driver brakes harshly. In the wet it can help prevent the wheels from skidding so that, if necessary, the driver can continue to steer while braking. Be aware that ABS does not reduce the braking distance.
Explanation: Anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a type of braking system found in most modern cars. It comes into play automatically when the driver brakes harshly. In the wet it can help prevent the wheels from skidding so that, if necessary, the driver can continue to steer while braking. Be aware that ABS does not reduce the braking distance.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You may turn right if there no oncoming traffic but you should also be aware that there might be traffic emerging from the minor roads.
Explanation: You may turn right if there no oncoming traffic but you should also be aware that there might be traffic emerging from the minor roads.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Because it is difficult to predict children's behaviour, you should always be prepared to react to a change in the traffic situation or to stop.
Explanation: Because it is difficult to predict children's behaviour, you should always be prepared to react to a change in the traffic situation or to stop.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: You should always read the road ahead and be prepared to react to changing traffic situations, in this case paying attention to the warning sign clearly indicating a right-hand bend ahead.
Explanation: You should always read the road ahead and be prepared to react to changing traffic situations, in this case paying attention to the warning sign clearly indicating a right-hand bend ahead.
5. When driving on this one-way street with vehicles parked on both sides, what should a driver be prepared for?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: When driving on a one-way street, you should be extra careful and should be prepared to react to a change in the traffic situation.
Explanation: When driving on a one-way street, you should be extra careful and should be prepared to react to a change in the traffic situation.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: When road priority is unclear you might have to yield to oncoming vehicles. Never drive a vehicle into an area that it might not be able to clear or where it could cause an obstruction or bottleneck.
Explanation: When road priority is unclear you might have to yield to oncoming vehicles. Never drive a vehicle into an area that it might not be able to clear or where it could cause an obstruction or bottleneck.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: You should always read the road ahead and be prepared to react to the changing traffic situation. In particular, you should be aware that pedestrians might emerge at the rear of the bus. In this situation you should also look out for pedestrians making their way towards the waiting Bus
Explanation: You should always read the road ahead and be prepared to react to the changing traffic situation. In particular, you should be aware that pedestrians might emerge at the rear of the bus. In this situation you should also look out for pedestrians making their way towards the waiting Bus
8. The silver car is overtaking the parked red car, what should the driver do in this situation?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: You should read the road and be extra careful while driving through an area where children might be playing. When a ball bounces out on the road you should expect that a child might follow to retrieve the ball.
Explanation: You should read the road and be extra careful while driving through an area where children might be playing. When a ball bounces out on the road you should expect that a child might follow to retrieve the ball.
9. If the owner of a vehicle allows a learner driver to drive their vehicle, what is the maximum fine the owner could face?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: A learner driver needs to be aware that driving unaccompanied in a vehicle which they do not own could see the owner facing a fine of up to €1,000 and having the vehicle seized.
Explanation: A learner driver needs to be aware that driving unaccompanied in a vehicle which they do not own could see the owner facing a fine of up to €1,000 and having the vehicle seized.
10. A driver meets a pelican crossing with a flashing amber light showing. There is a pedestrian still on the road. What should the driver do?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: You must yield to pedestrians at a pelican crossing when the amber light is flashing.
Explanation: You must yield to pedestrians at a pelican crossing when the amber light is flashing.
11. When a vehicle is stopped in a tunnel due to congestion what should a driver do?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If, when driving a vehicle through a tunnel, you are halted in stationary traffic for any length of time, you should switch off the engine to reduce fumes in the tunnel and conserve fuel.
Explanation: If, when driving a vehicle through a tunnel, you are halted in stationary traffic for any length of time, you should switch off the engine to reduce fumes in the tunnel and conserve fuel.
12. What should a driver do when suddenly confronted by a hazard on the road?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: To stop your vehicle in an emergency, apply the footbrake firmly, and maintain the pressure until the vehicle stops. Depress the clutch pedal just before stopping.
Explanation: To stop your vehicle in an emergency, apply the footbrake firmly, and maintain the pressure until the vehicle stops. Depress the clutch pedal just before stopping.
13. Why is it dangerous to allow children to stand in the space between the front seats of a car?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: When carrying children in a car or goods vehicle, it is the drivers responsibility to make sure that they are suitably restrained.
Explanation: When carrying children in a car or goods vehicle, it is the drivers responsibility to make sure that they are suitably restrained.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: If you hear or see an emergency vehicle approaching sounding its siren or flashing lights, be extra careful and give way if it is safe to do so.
Explanation: If you hear or see an emergency vehicle approaching sounding its siren or flashing lights, be extra careful and give way if it is safe to do so.
15. What does blue smoke coming from the vehicle's exhaust generally mean?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: A vehicle can give off blue smoke from the exhaust when it is burning oil. Poor maintenance and worn engines are typical causes. This blue smoke is harmful to the environment and may be costly. Drivers should have the vehicle checked by a competent person.
Explanation: A vehicle can give off blue smoke from the exhaust when it is burning oil. Poor maintenance and worn engines are typical causes. This blue smoke is harmful to the environment and may be costly. Drivers should have the vehicle checked by a competent person.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Drivers need to see and be seen during all periods of low light levels - for example, at dusk and dawn and in some bad weather conditions. At times of low light, you should turn on dipped headlights. The Road Safety Authority recommends that motorcyclists and drivers turn on their dipped headlights or daytime running lights during daylight hours.
Explanation: Drivers need to see and be seen during all periods of low light levels - for example, at dusk and dawn and in some bad weather conditions. At times of low light, you should turn on dipped headlights. The Road Safety Authority recommends that motorcyclists and drivers turn on their dipped headlights or daytime running lights during daylight hours.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: As a driver you can do less damage to the environment if you drive smoothly and avoid harsh acceleration and braking. Vehicles travelling at 110 km/h use up to 30% more fuel than those travelling at 80 km/h. However, you should not drive so slow as to inconvenience other road users.
Explanation: As a driver you can do less damage to the environment if you drive smoothly and avoid harsh acceleration and braking. Vehicles travelling at 110 km/h use up to 30% more fuel than those travelling at 80 km/h. However, you should not drive so slow as to inconvenience other road users.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If your vehicle breaks down on a motorway, drive it to the hard shoulder and switch on the hazard warning lights to warn following traffic. When it is safe to do so, get out of the vehicle and move behind the barrier. Call for assistance from a motorway emergency phone or using a mobile phone (call the Gardaí).
Explanation: If your vehicle breaks down on a motorway, drive it to the hard shoulder and switch on the hazard warning lights to warn following traffic. When it is safe to do so, get out of the vehicle and move behind the barrier. Call for assistance from a motorway emergency phone or using a mobile phone (call the Gardaí).
19. What should a driver do if they are behind schedule in reaching a destination at an appointed time?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: You should always drive at a speed that allows you to stop safely within the distance you can see to be clear. Being late for an appointment is no excuse for exceeding speed limits or for driving at an unsafe speed. Arrive alive.
Explanation: You should always drive at a speed that allows you to stop safely within the distance you can see to be clear. Being late for an appointment is no excuse for exceeding speed limits or for driving at an unsafe speed. Arrive alive.
20. What precautions could a driver take against the risk of fire in their vehicle?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A strong smell of fuel is usually an indication that something is wrong, and you should stop and investigate as soon as possible. Leaking or spilling petrol can be dangerous because it is so combustible. It is good practice to carry a fire extinguisher in your vehicle, so that you can deal with any small fires.
Explanation: A strong smell of fuel is usually an indication that something is wrong, and you should stop and investigate as soon as possible. Leaking or spilling petrol can be dangerous because it is so combustible. It is good practice to carry a fire extinguisher in your vehicle, so that you can deal with any small fires.
21. At traffic lights a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on the left side (nearside)?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Before moving off at traffic lights you should be aware of motorcyclists unexpectedly coming up on the left hand side(nearside).
Explanation: Before moving off at traffic lights you should be aware of motorcyclists unexpectedly coming up on the left hand side(nearside).
22. When driving on a country road without footpaths, what should a driver expect coming towards them on their side of the road?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Where there is no footpath, pedestrians are required to walk on the side of the on-coming traffic and drivers should be aware of this. Pedestrians are vulnerable road users so drivers should always be aware of their presence, especially on country roads.
Explanation: Where there is no footpath, pedestrians are required to walk on the side of the on-coming traffic and drivers should be aware of this. Pedestrians are vulnerable road users so drivers should always be aware of their presence, especially on country roads.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A contra-flow bus lane is one that runs in the opposite direction to traffic beside it. Only buses on a scheduled service may use a contra-flow bus lane.
Explanation: A contra-flow bus lane is one that runs in the opposite direction to traffic beside it. Only buses on a scheduled service may use a contra-flow bus lane.
24. If a motorist or a motorcyclist is taking medication which may affect their driving, what should they do?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Some medication can affect a drivers ability to drive safely. If you are on medication of any kind, you should ask your doctor or pharmacist to tell you if it is safe to drive while taking it. Read the patient information leaflet supplied with the medication.
Explanation: Some medication can affect a drivers ability to drive safely. If you are on medication of any kind, you should ask your doctor or pharmacist to tell you if it is safe to drive while taking it. Read the patient information leaflet supplied with the medication.
25. Where are the blind spots that a driver needs to be aware of when towing a loaded trailer?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A blind spot is an area that a driver cannot see when looking forward or when looking in the mirrors. You should check your blind spots before changing direction or changing lane. The bigger the vehicle, the bigger the blind spots, and you should keep this in mind if you are driving behind a large vehicle, such as one towing a loaded trailer. In this situation, if you cannot see the towing vehicles mirror, then the driver of that vehicle cannot see you.
Explanation: A blind spot is an area that a driver cannot see when looking forward or when looking in the mirrors. You should check your blind spots before changing direction or changing lane. The bigger the vehicle, the bigger the blind spots, and you should keep this in mind if you are driving behind a large vehicle, such as one towing a loaded trailer. In this situation, if you cannot see the towing vehicles mirror, then the driver of that vehicle cannot see you.
26. What should a driver do if they see horse riders on the road ahead?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: You should always read the road ahead and be prepared to react to changing traffic situations. If you meet horses or other animals on the road, you should slow down and be prepared to stop. Don't use the horn or do anything that might frighten the animals. You must stop if directed to do so by the person in charge of animals.
Explanation: You should always read the road ahead and be prepared to react to changing traffic situations. If you meet horses or other animals on the road, you should slow down and be prepared to stop. Don't use the horn or do anything that might frighten the animals. You must stop if directed to do so by the person in charge of animals.
27. In order to inform the emergency services of a crash what telephone number should be called?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: If a driver arrives at or is involved in a crash it may be essential to obtain the assistance of the emergency services as a matter of urgency. The common European emergency number is 112 however in Ireland you may also use 999.
Explanation: If a driver arrives at or is involved in a crash it may be essential to obtain the assistance of the emergency services as a matter of urgency. The common European emergency number is 112 however in Ireland you may also use 999.
28. When dealing with crash victims, remember A B C. What does A stand for?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: In assessing a crash victims vital signs the following basic procedure should be used First check the victims Airway is clear, then check they are Breathing and then check their Circulation (ABC)
Explanation: In assessing a crash victims vital signs the following basic procedure should be used First check the victims Airway is clear, then check they are Breathing and then check their Circulation (ABC)
29. When a wiper blade fails to clear the windscreen what should the driver do?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Use the windscreen wipers to keep the windscreen clear of rain, spray, snow or fog. Check them regularly to ensure that they are in good working order, and replace them when they become worn, before they become ineffective.
Explanation: Use the windscreen wipers to keep the windscreen clear of rain, spray, snow or fog. Check them regularly to ensure that they are in good working order, and replace them when they become worn, before they become ineffective.
30. What is the immediate effect of a head-on collision between two cars at speed?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: In a head-on collision passengers in both vehicles are propelled forwards, and if they are not wearing seatbelts they may go through the windscreen. It is the drivers responsibility to ensure that all passengers under the age of 17 wear seatbelts. Older passengers are themselves responsible for wearing seatbelts.
Explanation: In a head-on collision passengers in both vehicles are propelled forwards, and if they are not wearing seatbelts they may go through the windscreen. It is the drivers responsibility to ensure that all passengers under the age of 17 wear seatbelts. Older passengers are themselves responsible for wearing seatbelts.
31. What effect does towing a loaded trailer have on stopping ability?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: If you are towing a loaded trailer, you need to be aware that your braking distance could be considerably greater, depending on the weight and size of the trailer. The driver should allow for this by increasing the distance from the vehicle in front.
Explanation: If you are towing a loaded trailer, you need to be aware that your braking distance could be considerably greater, depending on the weight and size of the trailer. The driver should allow for this by increasing the distance from the vehicle in front.
32. What does a flashing amber arrow pointing left at a traffic light mean?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A flashing left amber arrow at a junction means you may proceed left but must give way to pedestrians and traffic already coming through the junction on the other road.
Explanation: A flashing left amber arrow at a junction means you may proceed left but must give way to pedestrians and traffic already coming through the junction on the other road.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: You must not enter the yellow box junction unless you can clear it without stopping or unless you are turning right and are prevented from doing so by oncoming traffic.
Explanation: You must not enter the yellow box junction unless you can clear it without stopping or unless you are turning right and are prevented from doing so by oncoming traffic.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: This roadworks warning sign tells you that the road narrows on both sides creating a potential hazard. Be prepared to slow down and drive with extra care.
Explanation: This roadworks warning sign tells you that the road narrows on both sides creating a potential hazard. Be prepared to slow down and drive with extra care.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: This sign gives advance warning of an automatic level crossing ahead. Drivers should approach with caution and be prepared to slow down or stop as necessary.
Explanation: This sign gives advance warning of an automatic level crossing ahead. Drivers should approach with caution and be prepared to slow down or stop as necessary.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: This sign tells you that overtaking is prohibited. These signs are usually found in places where overtaking may be dangerous, such as in areas with reduced visibility.
Explanation: This sign tells you that overtaking is prohibited. These signs are usually found in places where overtaking may be dangerous, such as in areas with reduced visibility.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: This sign tells you that parking is prohibited in both directions.
Explanation: This sign tells you that parking is prohibited in both directions.
38. Is a driver allowed to use rebated (green) diesel fuel in a car on a public road?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: If, in its normal use, a vehicle is used on a public road, it must use unmarked (white) diesel, as the appropriate excise duties are included in the purchase price. Drivers can be prosecuted for using green diesel in a vehicle on a public road.
Explanation: If, in its normal use, a vehicle is used on a public road, it must use unmarked (white) diesel, as the appropriate excise duties are included in the purchase price. Drivers can be prosecuted for using green diesel in a vehicle on a public road.
39. What is the minimum insurance cover a driver needs to drive on a public road?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: As a motorist, you must have a minimum of third party insurance.
Explanation: As a motorist, you must have a minimum of third party insurance.
40. When wanting to stop temporarily in a congested area where should the driver park?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You should park only where it is safe, legal and convenient to do so. Your parked vehicle must not cause a danger or an obstruction to other road users. The use of hazard warning lights does not excuse unsafe or illegal parking.
Explanation: You should park only where it is safe, legal and convenient to do so. Your parked vehicle must not cause a danger or an obstruction to other road users. The use of hazard warning lights does not excuse unsafe or illegal parking.
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