ADI Question Bank 3

1.At traffic lights the road markings which indicate where you should stop are

a.Single broken white lines
b.Double broken white lines
c.Single unbroken white lines

2.At night, reflective materials can be seen in headlights up to

a.Twice as far away as non-reflective materials
b.Three times as far away as non-reflective materials
c.Five times as far away as non-reflective materials

3.An automatic should not be held still on an uphill gradient purely by means of ‘creep’ because

a.It could roll downhill if the engine stalled
b.It is too difficult to hold it steady
c.It would be too difficult to move off without rolling back

4.It a pupil under instruction contravenese the 1972 road traffic act and it’s supporting regulations the instructor could be prosecuted for

a.Not following the driving standards agency laid down procedures
b.Derelictionof duty to the public
c.Aiding and abetting

5.If a pedestrian is waiting at a crossing, but has not stepped onto it you

a.Still have to stop
b.Do not have to stop
c.Should not stop

6.When giving instruction concerning the gears the pupil should be advised that first gear is

a.The least powerfull gear
b.The most powerfull gear
c.Is equal in power to the other gears

7.When wearing seat belts the risk of serious injury is reduced by

8.A pupil being instructed in moving off down a steep hill should be advised that the gear to be used is

a.Always first gear
b.Second gear
c.Any gear

9.A full licence holder under 18 years of age cannot drive

a.A goods vehicle under 7.5 tonnes in weight
b.An automatic
c.A larger passenger vehicle

10.The licence for a fully qualified a.d.i. lasts for

a.Three years
b.Four years
c.Five years

a.Check the pupil’s response against the instructor’s intention
b.Emphasise the instructor’s directions
c.Check the pupil’s knowledge of the highway code

12.At some pelican crossings there is a bleeping sound to

a.Warn drivers that the lights are about to change to amber
b.Warn all pedestrians that they must not cross
c.Warn the partially sighted when the steady green figure is showing

13.An instructor should give fedback to a pupil

a.Straight away
b.At the end of the lesson
c.The next time the vehicle stops

14.By law, all new saloon cars must be fitted with

a.Rear fog lights
b.A nearside wing or door mirror
c.Power steering

15.Some traffic lights have pedestrian signals similar to those on pelican crossings, in such cases the difference is

a.That they cannot be controlled by pedestrians
b.The green figure does not flash, though pedestrians will have enough time to finish crossing after it goes out
c.The red light flashes to give extra warning to drivers to stop

16.The following vehicles are allowed on motorways

a.Motorcycles under 50cc engine size
b.Invalid carriages
c.Buses under 10 metres in length

17.In fog you should never drive close to the centre of the road because

a.Opposing traffic could be doing the same
b.It would stop others from overtaking
c.You will be dazzled by oncoming headlights

18.The highway code advises pedestrians who are crossing between parked vehicles to

a.Not to do so under any circumstances
b.Use the outer edge of the vehicles as if it were the kerb
c.Put their hand out to stop the traffic as they may not see you

19.In the following circumstances a pupil will fail a driving test

a.When there are more than twelve minor faults
b. When the same fault is committed more than twice
c.When any fault is actually or potentially dangerous

20.You should ensure that the following are adjusted correctly

a.Seat and head restraint
b.Seat belt and mirrors
c.Both of the above

21.The ‘two second rule’ is designed to ensure a safe following distance behind another vehicle, but it is only effective at

a.Speeds under 50mph
b.Speeds under 40mph
c.Speeds over 40mph

22.If you need glasses to read a number plate at the required distance

a.You must wear them when driving
b.You need not wear them to drive
c.You need only wear them to drive at night

23.When the engine temperature rises rapidly it is possible that

a.The fan belt is broken
b.The wrong fuel is being used
c.You are driving in too high a gear

24.When instructing a learner on moving away from the kerb he should be advised to

a.Assess any gradient and check around for other road users
b.Always check the mirrors and make a signal
c.Always use first gear

25.When an adult passenger sits in a rear seat where a seat belt is fitted He

a.Must wear it
b.Need not wear it
c.Need not wear it if the vehicle is over two years old

26.When a vehicle is parked on the left side of a road facing uphill where there is no kerb the front wheels should be left facing

a.To the right
b.To the left
c.Straight ahead

a.On straight stretches of road
b.When stopped at the side of the road in a safe place
c.When stopped in traffic jams

28.When instructing a pupil to turn left, would the instruction be

a.Turn left please
b.Take the next road on the left please
c.Follow the road on the left

29.The highway code advises if you are driving a slow moving vehicle on a narrow or winding road and holding up traffic you should

a.Speed up to avoid congestion
b.Pull in where yo can do so safely so that others can overtake
c.Switch on your hazard warning lights

30.A pupil who insists on taking a test, but is not ready to do so should

a.Warn the examiner beforehand that he is not very experienced
b.Be advised by the instructor to drive very slowly on the test
c.Not be loaded the school car for the test

31.The term ‘cognitive teaching’ can be interpreted as being

a.Instruction by visual demonstration
b.Repetitive verbal instruction
c.A proper programme of conventional instruction

a.About the same time as cars to stop
b.Less time than cars to stop
c.More time than cars to stop

33.The initials a qualified driving instructor may write after his name are

a.D.s.a a.d.i.
b.D.s.a.d.i
c.D.tp. A.d.i.

34.In thick fog if you are able to see the vehicle in front, you are

a.Probably too close unless you are travelling very slowly
b.Just about the right distance behind
c.In a position to be able to help his vision ahead with your main beams

35.If your tyres are inflated above the recommended pressures the Probable result would be

a.Their grip on the road would be improved
b.They would lose some of their grip on the road
c.The steering would feel much heavier

36.The highway code advises that when driving a vehicle towards a pedestrian who looks as if he is about to cross the road you should

a.Always give way
b.Not assume he will hear you coming, he may have hearing problems
c.Move promptly into the middle of the road

37.A disabled person who passes the test is issued with

a.A pass certificate which restricts him to that particular vehicle
b.A normal driving licence
c.A pass certificate for the calss of vehicle being driven which may contain certain restrictions

a.For people – not for vehicles
b.Must never be driven over by vehicles
c.Safer for cyclists than the roads

39.If vehicles behind are not maintaining a safe distance you should

a.Switch on your high intensity fog lamps as a warning
b. Speed up to increase the gap
c.Not speed up

40.When ther is a central island on a pelican crossing which goes straight across the road it should be treated as

a.One crossing
b.Two crossings
c.Either of the above

41.When obliged to stop at a stop sign would you advise a pupil to use the handbrake

a.Only when necessary
b.Always
c.Neither of the above

42.When requiring you to stop, a police officer in a patrol car will direct you to pull over to the side of the road by

a.Using a loud hailer system
b.Pointing and using his left indicator
c.Cutting around in front of you

a.Telling him to keep one eye on the kerb at all times
b.Advising him to hold the steering wheel more tightly
c.Advising him to look well ahead

44.Where chevrons are bordered by an unbroken white line you

a.Can only enter the area if it is safe to do so
b.Can only enter the area when the speed limit is under 30mph
c.Must not enter the area except in an emergency

45.If hydraulic fluid is leaking from the braking system you should

a.Slow down until you can get to a garage
b.Only drive in either first or second gear
c.Not continue driving the vehicle

46.On a three lane carriageway the highway code says you should

a.Remember tha you have no more right to use the middle lane than a driver coming from the opposite direction
b.Not drive in the middle lane
c.Have a right of way in the middle lane when going downhill

47.When giving route directions an instructor should

a.Identify – alert – direct
b.Alert – direct – identify
c.Alert – identify – direct

48.When overtaking in poor visibility the highway code says

a.Take extra care, it is harder to judge speed and distance
b.Do so more quickly to ensure you are clear of oncoming traffic
c.Move extra wide to ensure you are well clear of the vehicle you are overtaking

49.A pupil with steering marked on his failure sheet would have

a.Been incorrectly positioned after turning
b.Cutting the corners
c.Driving too close to the kerb

50.A newly qualified instructor wishing to give instruction should

a.Ensure he has a car no more than three years old
b.Ensure his vehicle has dual controls
c.Ensure he has adequate insurance

51.When in slow moving traffic the highway code says you should not

a.Turn rights as it will cause further congestion
b.Change lanes to the left to overtake
c.Use your handbrake as it will cause further delays

52.A disabled person requireing an exemption certificate from wearing a seat belt should apply to

a.A magistrate
b.A doctor
c.The police

a.There is any doubt
b.You would have to enter a lane reserved for trams
c.Both of the above

54.When learning to drive you are advised by the d.s.a. to take lessons from only one of the following

a.A professional driving instructor
b.An experienced driver who has had dual controls fitted to his car
c.A member of the road safety council

55.When waiting to emerge from a junction you should not

a.Wait more than 15 seconds
b.Assume that a vehicle signalling left as he approaches will actually do so
c.Leave your indicator on

56.A pupil may take a driving test in a commercial vehicle providing it weighs no more than

a.2 tonnes
b.3.5 tonnes
c.5 tonnes

57.Where traffic lights have a green filter arrow indicating a filter only lane a driver should

a.Only go in the direction of the arrow
b.Only go in that direction when all lights are on green
c.Not enter that lane unless he wants to go in the direction of the arrow

58.With regard to the middle lane of a three lane dual carriageway the highway code advises

a.Only use it for speeds over 50mph
b.Only use it when turning right
c.Use it to overtake slower moving traffic and return to the left as soon as possible

59.When opposing vehicles each wish to turn right an instructor should advise his pupil to

a.Turn offside to offside whenever possible
b. Turn nearside to nearside as both drivers will have a better view
c.Always give way to the other vehicle

60.When parking on the opposite side of the road facing uphill where there is a kerb, you should advise your pupil to leave his front wheels facing

a.Towards the kerb
b.Away from the kerb
c.Straight ahead

a.At more than 50mph
b.Immediately before you turn left
c.Unless you can give them at least the width of a car clearance

62.When instructing a learner on what action to take if a dog runs out in front of him you should advise him

a.To brake firmly in a straight line
b.Not to brake at all
c.To swerve to the left or right as appropriate

63.When approaching a roundabout to go straight ahead a pupil should be advised, regarding signals, that

a.He should not signal on approach
b.He should signal left on approach
c.He should only signal as necessary

64.All road users are informed on the rules of the road by reading

a.The driving manual
b.Your driving test
c.The highway code

65.When negotiating a min roundabout a pupil should be advised that

a.There are special rules which should be applied
b.He should apply the same rules as for normal roundabouts
c.He should use his discretion as there are no rules

66.On a test a pupil carrying out a reverse around a left hand corner heads straight for the kerb and touches it, should he

a.Continue the manoeuvre despite hitting the kerb
b.Abandon the manoeuvre thinking he has already failed
c.Drive back to the starting position and begin the manoeuvre again

67.When entering and emerging from a driveway you should, where possible

a.Reverse in and drive out
b.Drive in and reverse out
c.Drive in and reverse out with your hazard lights on

68.When approaching a junction a test standard pupil should

a.Be instructed on which road position he should take
b.Be allowed to decide for himself what position he should take
c.Have the road markings drawn to his attention

69.Hazard warning lights should not normally be used while on the move, the exception is

a.When approaching traffic or pelican lights
b.When being towed by another vehicle
c.On a motorway or unrestricted dual carriageway and there is a need to warn drivers behind of an obstruction ahead

70.When a person who is deaf and dumb applies for a test he should

a.State this fact in the disabilities section of the application
b.Ensure the application is accompanied by a separate letter advising fo the disability
c.Not need to state the fact in the disabilities section of the application

a.Opposite a traffic island or where it would force other traffic to enter a tram lane
b.Where the kerb has been lowered to help wheelchair users
c.Both of the above

72.Following a long dry spell, roads are likely to be most slippery

a.After several hours of continuous rain
b.Five minutes after it starts raining
c.The following day after it has rained

73.If you must park on the road in fog you should

a.Leave your side lights on
b.Leave your headlights on
c.Leave your hazard lights on

74.A pupil wishing to take a driving test in a commercial vehicle with only a driver’s seat will

a.Have to make provision for the examiner to seat himself securely
b.Not have to provide a seat for the examiner
c.Be able to take the test with the examiner standing behind him

a.Reduce your speed to at least 20mph
b.Switch on your hazard warning lights
c.Not be distrated by what is going on there

76.At the end of a one way street the ‘give way’ lines are marked

a.Across the left hand side of the road
b.Across the right hand side of the road
c.Across the whole width of the road

77.When attending a motorcycle accident where the rider is injured

a.You should remove his crash helmet immediately
b.You should not remove his helmet unless it is essential
c.You should remove his helmet and leathers to check for bleeding

78.The highway code advises that you should get someone to guide you

a.When reversing without being able to see clearly
b.When driving with defective vision
c.When reversing into a narrow opening

79.When joining a motorway from a slip road you

a.Should give way to those already on the motorway
b. Must give way to those already on the motorway
c.Need not give way, but blend in carefully

80.The best way to judge distances when passing parked cars is to

a.Look at them carefully as you pass
b.Make sure you do not cross the line in the middle of the road
c.Look well ahead and rely on peripheral vision

a.Get as close as you can to the vehicle in front before moving out
b.Only do so when you can see at least half a mile ahead
c.Not get too close to the vehicle you are about to overtake

82.A driver can achieve maximum stability on corners by

a.Maintaining a constant speed under power
b.Braking lightly throughout the turn
c.Slipping the gear into neutral

a.Need not signal
b.Should signal your intention to do so
c.Neither of the above

84.On a test the pupil stalls the engine, this would be recorded as

a.Failing to move off under control
b.Poor clutch control
c.Incorrect use of accelerator

85.Motorway signals warning of danger must be obeyed

a.Only when you can actually see the cause
b.Even if you cannot immediately see the cause
c.Only when you see the third set of warnings

86.An instructor who says to a pupil ‘go straight on’ should have said

a.Follow straight on
b.Drive ahead
c.Follow the road ahead

87.If you break down on a motorway you should

a.Pull onto the hard shoulder and park as far to the left as possible
b.Leave the vehicle by the left hand door
c.Both of the above

88.The carburettor on a standard petrol engine car is there to

a.Control the temperature of the engine coolant
b.Turn the petrol into vapour
c.Pump the petrol into the engine

89.If you break down on a motorway you should

a.Only attempt simple repairs at the scene
b.Not attempt even simple repairs at the scene
c.Carry out any repair deemed necessary to move the vehicle

90.When a pupil passes a test in an automatic he will

a.Nto be able to drive a manual on his own
b.Be able to drive any vehicle in the same group
c.Be able to drive any vehicle under 1000cc

a.Direction indictator signals are not used
b.Necessary to reinforce direction indicator signals and stop lights
c.Both of the above

a.Warning signs
b.Mostly prohibitive
c.Direction signs

a.Invalid carriages
b.Vehicles with very long loads
c.Vehicles carrying certain dangerous goods or packages

94.When an interpreter is needed on a test it should

a.Not be anyone the pupil knows
b.Be the pupil’s instructor
c.Not be the pupil’s instructor

95.With regard to trams the highway code says

a.Always give way and do not try to overtake them
b.There will usually be separate traffic lights giving instructions
c.Both of the above

96.The law says that with regard to headlights they

a.Must be properly adjusted to prevent dazzling oncoming traffic
b.Must not be used during the day
c.Must have a luminosity of at least 10 watts

97.The national speed limit on a motorway for cars towing caravans is

a.50 miles per hour
b.60 miles per hour
c.70 miles per hour

a.Low grade petrol
b.Four star petrol
c.Specially refined oil

a.It is clear to go
b. You may go if it is clear
c.Both of the above

100.A person not in receipt of a mobility allowance may not obtain a licence to drive a car until he reaches the age of