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Question 1

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Which of the following is correct in regard to use of alcohol or drugs in relation to driving?
Answer
  • You must never drive while you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  • You can drive while you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  • You may drive while you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Question 2

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In regard to being tired while driving, which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • You should plan your day to include regular breaks from driving and do not begin a journey if you are already tired
  • You should not plan your day to include regular breaks from driving and do not begin a journey if you are already tired
  • It is okay to begin a journey when you are already tired

Question 3

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Which one of the following is correct in relation to driving and taking prescription medication?
Answer
  • If you are taking prescription medicine you must check with your doctor that it is safe for you to drive
  • If you are taking prescription medicine you must check with TfL that it is safe for you to drive
  • If you are taking prescription medicine you must check with your operator that it is safe for you to drive

Question 4

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in regard to windscreen vision, Annex 6 of the Highway Code, which deals with vehicle maintenance, says 'Windscreens and windows must be kept clean and free from obstructions to vision'. That means you should not put or fix anything onto your windscreen that will stop you being able to see the road ahead. Which one of the following would that include?
Answer
  • Any device or signage that will reduce your vision
  • Satnavs only
  • Mobile phones only

Question 5

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In regard to being tired while driving, which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • Tiredness can have a similar effect on a driver as drinking alcohol, and can result in death or serious injury
  • Tiredness cannot have a similar effect on a driver as drinking alcohol, and cannot result in death or serious injury
  • Tiredness can have a similar effect on a driver as drinking alcohol, and but it will not result in death or serious injury

Question 6

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In regard windscreen vision which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • Before starting any journey, you should make sure you have a clear view through the windscreen and windows of your vehicle and that no devices or signage reduce or obstruct your view.
  • After starting any journey, you should make sure you have a clear view through the windscreen and windows of your vehicle and that no devices or signage reduce or obstruct your view.
  • Before starting some journeys, you should make sure you have a clear view through the windscreen and windows of your vehicle and that no devices or signage reduce or obstruct your view.

Question 7

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Which one of the following is correct in regard to driving and alcohol and drugs?
Answer
  • The police test for drug and alcohol use at the roadside to catch those who break the law
  • The police never test for drug and alcohol use at the roadside to catch those who break the law
  • TfL test for drug and alcohol use at the roadside to catch those who break the law

Question 8

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In regard to driving and weather condition, which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • If it suddenly starts to rain heavily or there is thick fog, reduce your speed
  • Increase your speed, if it suddenly starts to rain heavily or there is thick fog
  • If it suddenly starts to rain heavily or there is thick fog, do not reduce your speed

Question 9

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In regard to driving your vehicle at night, which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • You should pay particular attention when driving at night because pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists may be more difficult to see then
  • You should not pay particular attention when driving at night because pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists may be more difficult to see then
  • You should pay particular attention when driving at night because pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists are easier to see then

Question 10

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Which one of the following is a correct statement in regard to cycle safety?
Answer
  • PHV drivers spend a lot of time on the roads and are almost twice as likely as private car drivers to be involved in a collision that results in the death or serious injury of a cyclist
  • PHV drivers spend a lot of time on the roads and are almost thrice as likely as private car drivers to be involved in a collision that results in the death or serious injury of a cyclist
  • PHV drivers do not spend a lot of time on the roads and are less likely as private car drivers to be involved in a collision that results in the death or serious injury of a cyclist

Question 11

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In relation to vehicle safety, who is responsible for checking your vehicle is safe and legal to drive?
Answer
  • You
  • TfL
  • DVLA
  • The police

Question 12

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As a PHV driver, you can reduce the risk of a collision and help make sure that everyone travels safely. Which one of the following steps does not help this?
Answer
  • Driving really fast and sounding your horn
  • Indicate well in advance to allow others to react
  • Check over your shoulder for cyclists and other road users before opening your door to make sure it doesn’t swing out in front of them
  • Use your indicators when turning or changing lanes

Question 13

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In regard windscreen vision which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • If your windscreen is covered in devices, you increase your chances of getting distracted or not seeing dangers in time to avoid them
  • If your windscreen is not covered in devices, you increase your chances of getting distracted or not seeing dangers in time to avoid them
  • If your windscreen is covered in devices, you decrease your chances of getting distracted or seeing dangers in time to avoid them

Question 14

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Which one of the following is correct in regard windscreen vision?
Answer
  • If you put a cradled device (such as a mobile phone or sat nav) on the area on your windscreen that is covered by your windscreen wipers (known as the ‘swept area’), you are committing an offence
  • If you do not put a cradled device (such as a mobile phone or sat nav) on the area on your windscreen that is covered by your windscreen wipers (known as the ‘swept area’), you are committing an offence
  • If you put a cradled device (such as a mobile phone or sat nav) on the area on your windscreen that is covered by your windscreen wipers (known as the ‘swept area’), you are not committing an offence

Question 15

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In regard use of seatbelt in a PHV which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • All adults must wear a seat belt
  • Drivers should force adult passengers to wear a seatbelt
  • Only driver must wear a seat belts
  • Only the children must wear seat belts

Question 16

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In regard use of seatbelt in a PHV which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • Drivers are responsible for making sure that all children under 14 years of age wear seatbelts or sit in an approved child car seat.
  • Drivers are responsible for making sure that all children under 18 years of age wear seatbelts or sit in an approved child car seat.
  • Drivers are responsible for making sure that all children under 17 years of age wear seatbelts or sit in an approved child car seat.

Question 17

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In regard to following traffic laws you need to know about and follow the laws on the safe use of vehicles and have certain documents to drive lawfully, which do not include which one of the following?
Answer
  • You need to know about the laws that require you to have insurance
  • You need to have a driving license
  • You need to have a valid MOT
  • You need to know all UK laws regardless

Question 18

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In regard to vehicle safety, when checking the driver's compartment which one of the following you are not required to check?
Answer
  • The steering wheel is secure and in good condition
  • The windscreen washers and wipers are in good condition
  • Driver warning lights do not light up when the engine is started
  • The audio sound system is working and is set to correct brass level

Question 19

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In regard to tyre in your PHV, which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • Tyres must be the correct size
  • Tyres must be the incorrect size, speed and weight rating
  • Tyres must be free from cuts, lumps, bulges and tears

Question 20

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Please read the statement below and answer the following question. As a PHV driver, you are expected to be fully aware of and to obey the rules of the road, as explained in The Highway Code. You should avoid behaviour that causes any danger to you, your passengers and other road users. Most collisions in London are caused by a small number of easy-to-avoid behaviours. These include speeding or driving too fast for the conditions, making dangerous manoeuvres, getting distracted and not following the rules of the road. Which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • You are expected to obey the rules of the road, as explained in The Highway Code
  • You should not avoid behaviour that causes any danger to you, your passengers and other road users
  • All collisions in London are caused by a small number of easy-to-avoid behaviours

Question 21

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Please read the statement below and answer the following question. You need to know about and follow the laws on the safe use of vehicles e.g. laws that require you to have insurance, a current MOT certificate, a driving licence, wear a seatbelt and not drive a faulty vehicle. All drivers must make sure that their vehicle is maintained to the required standard. It is important that you are aware of the rules regarding passengers wearing seatbelts in PHVs. All adults must wear a seat belt and drivers should encourage adult passengers to wear a seatbelt for their own safety. Which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • You need to know about and but not follow the laws on the safe use of vehicles
  • Drivers should encourage adult passengers to wear a seatbelt
  • All drivers must make sure that their vehicle is not maintained to the required standard

Question 22

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Please read the statement below and answer the following question. Driving conditions can change quickly and dangers such as pedestrians suddenly stepping in front of you, or bikes coming out of side streets, mean you need to have a clear view of the road. If your windscreen is covered in devices, you increase your chances of getting distracted or not seeing dangers in time to avoid them. You must make sure that you put any devices in positions that do not reduce how much you can see. Which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • You need to have a clear view of the road
  • If your windscreen is not covered in devices, you increase your chances of getting distracted or not seeing dangers in time to avoid them
  • You must always cover your windscreen with devices that reduce your view of the road

Question 23

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Please read the statement below and answer the following question. You need to focus on the road and be able to react quickly. Don’t get distracted by mobile phones and other electronic devices, music or passengers. If you do need to answer or make a call you will need to stop safely, park your vehicle and turn the engine off. Distractions can make you less aware of what is happening on the road, and affect your judgement so your decision making abilities are reduced. Remember it is also illegal to use a hand-held phone or similar device when you are driving unless you are calling the emergency services in an emergency and it is unsafe or impractical to stop. Which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • Distractions can affect your decision making abilities
  • If you do need to answer or make a call you will not need to stop safely, park your vehicle and turn the engine off.
  • You are allowed to get distracted by mobile phones and other electronic devices, music or passengers while driving.

Question 24

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Please read the statement below and answer the following question. Be aware of cyclists at all times but especially when you are turning, in slow moving traffic or when you are pulling away from traffic lights. Make sure you give cyclists enough room when you overtake them. Please ask your passengers to check before they open their door into the road to make sure there isn’t a cyclist coming. You must do the same. Be aware of motorcyclists at all times but especially when you are turning or in slow moving traffic. Which one of the following is correct?
Answer
  • Ask your passengers to check before they open their door
  • Be aware of cyclists only when you are turning
  • Make sure you give yourself enough room when you overtake cyclists
  • Be aware of motorcyclists only in slow moving traffic
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