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A crawler lane on a motorway is found

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  Before a junction
  Before a service area
  On a steep gradient
  Along the hard shoulder

When MUST you use a dipped headlight during the day ?

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  When Parking
  On country roads
  In poor visability
  Along narrow streets

You notice horse riders in front. What should you do FIRST?

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  Accelerate around them
  Be prepared to slow down
  Pull out into the middle of the road
  Signal right

Where are you most likely to be affected by a side-wind?

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  On a long, straight road
  On an open stretch of road
  On a busy stretch of road
  On a narrow country road

There is a tractor ahead of you. You wish to overtake but you are NOT
sure if it is safe to do so. You should

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  Not overtake if you are in doubt
  Sound your horn for the slow vehicle to pull over
  Speed through but flash your light to on coming traffic
  Follow another overtaking vehicle through

You intend to turn right into a side road. Just before turning you should
     check for motorcyclists who might be

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  Emerging from the side road
  Overtaking on your right
  Overtaking on your left
  Following you closely

What does the following sign mean ?

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  Stop and give way
  Give way to traffic on minor road
  Give way to oncoming traffic
  Give way to traffic on major road

How would you react to drivers who appear to be inexperienced?

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  Be patient and prepare for them to react more slowly
  Flash your headlight to indicate that it is safe for them to proceed
  Sound your horn to warn them of your presence
  Overtake them as soon as possible

A vehicle has a flashing green beacon. What does this mean?

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  A doctor is answering an emergency call
  The vehicle is slow-moving
  A vehicle is carrying hazardous chemicals
  It is a motorway police patrol vehicle

What does the following sign mean ?

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  Access for all vehicles
  Cars and bikes only
  No motor vehicles
  Low flying bikes