Practice test 2 of 10 — Australian Capital Territory ls test

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1. Question 1: C. 0.1, twice the full licence limit

   Twenty four hours without sleep has the same effect on driving as a BAC of 0.1, twice the legal limit for a fully licensed driver.

   Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Signs of driver fatigue (p. 26)

2. Question 2: A. The right side, facing oncoming traffic

   A pedestrian on a road without a footpath should walk on the right edge, facing oncoming traffic.

   Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Pedestrians and drivers (p. 96)

3. Question 3: C. 100 hours, including 10 at night

   ACT learners who were under 25 when their licence was issued need 100 supervised driving hours, including 10 at night.

   Official source: accesscanberra.act.gov.au — Get your provisional driver licence

4. Question 4: D. Do not drive into the water; find another way

   This sign warns that water may cover the road. Never drive into floodwater; find another route.

   Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Warning signs (advisory) (p. 36)

5. Question 5: B. 750 kg

   ACT learner drivers must not tow a trailer with a gross vehicle mass of more than 750 kg.

   Official source: accesscanberra.act.gov.au — Get your learner driver licence

6. Question 6: B. Brake carefully and sound your horn

   If an animal is dazzled by your lights, brake carefully and sound your horn; steer around it only if you cannot stop safely.

   Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Night driving (p. 86)

7. Question 7: B. About two seconds

   The average reaction time, from seeing danger to applying the brakes, is two seconds.

   Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Braking and stopping (p. 82)

8. Question 8: C. The left lane

   To leave a multi-lane roundabout less than halfway around, you must enter from the left lane or left line of traffic.

   Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Roundabouts (p. 50)

9. Question 9: A. Move it to the side of the road if you can

   If your vehicle is blocking traffic after a crash, move it to the side of the road if possible; the law does not require it to stay put.

   Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — What to do after a crash (p. 93)

10. Question 10: B. 3.5 metres

    For towing another vehicle the handbook says: "The maximum allowable distance between vehicles is 3.5 metres."

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Towing and being towed (p. 93)

11. Question 11: B. An alcohol interlock on their probationary licence

    A high-range offence (0.15 or more) is one of the triggers for an interlock condition on the ACT probationary licence.

    Official source: cityservices.act.gov.au — Drink and drug driving

12. Question 12: A. Zero

    A zero limit applies to special drivers, including those "engaged in driver training, including supervising a learner driver".

    Official source: cityservices.act.gov.au — Drink and drug driving

13. Question 13: D. It takes priority over every other road rule

    Giving way to police and emergency vehicles comes first: the handbook says "These requirements take priority over every other road rule."

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Emergency vehicles (p. 108)

14. Question 14: D. Slow down early so you can enter safely

    This sign warns of a roundabout ahead, so slow down in good time and prepare to give way.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Warning signs (advisory) (p. 36)

15. Question 15: B. They have much less crash protection than people in cars

    These road users are vulnerable because they lack the crash protection that people inside other vehicles have.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Vulnerable road users (p. 95)

16. Question 16: B. A motorcycle

    In the ACT, bus lanes may also be used by taxis, hire cars, demand responsive vehicles and motorcycles.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Bus lanes (p. 77)

17. Question 17: B. Wait behind the cyclist until it is safe

    If it is not safe to pass with the required gap, you must wait behind the cyclist until conditions change.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Minimum overtaking distance (p. 99)

18. Question 18: A. Stop fully behind the line, then go when safe

    At a stop sign you must bring the vehicle to a complete stop behind the hold line, even if no traffic is coming, then give way.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Regulatory signs (mandatory) (p. 35)

19. Question 19: D. Give way to the person crossing

    Drivers turning at a T-intersection must give way to people crossing the road they are entering, from either road.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — T-intersections (p. 49)

20. Question 20: C. Your lane must turn further ahead

    Oblique arrows warn that vehicles in that lane must turn further ahead, so change lanes early if you do not want to turn.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Right turn arrows (p. 31)

21. Question 21: B. Slow down or stop to let the bus out

    When a stationary bus with this sign signals to pull out, you must slow down or stop to let it enter the traffic.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Giving way to buses (p. 107)

22. Question 22: A. Give way to the car already in the roundabout

    A driver entering a roundabout must give way to any vehicle that is already in the roundabout.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Roundabouts (p. 52)

23. Question 23: B. On the front and the back of the car

    ACT learner drivers must display L plates at the front and back of the vehicle.

    Official source: accesscanberra.act.gov.au — Get your learner driver licence

24. Question 24: D. Switch it off

    Rear fog lights are only for poor visibility; you must switch them off as conditions and visibility improve.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Fog lights (p. 87)

25. Question 25: C. They may not know the rules and can ride unpredictably

    Children on bicycles are not always aware of the road rules, and their riding is sometimes erratic.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Cyclists and drivers (p. 99)

26. Question 26: D. Over your shoulder and across to the other hip

    The sash should sit over your shoulder, not under your arm, and run across to the opposite hip.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Wearing your seat belt correctly (p. 17)

27. Question 27: A. Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing

    You must not enter a level crossing while its warning lights are operating, even if you cannot see a train.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Level crossings (p. 62)

28. Question 28: A. At least six seconds

    When following another vehicle down a steep hill, allow a much bigger gap than usual: at least six seconds.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Steep hills (p. 88)

29. Question 29: C. Slow down and watch for people stepping out

    Watch for pedestrians near shopping areas, aged care homes and stopped buses; this sign warns that people may be crossing.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Pedestrians and drivers (p. 96)

30. Question 30: B. The car coming from your right

    At an intersection with no signs or lights, a driver going straight gives way to a vehicle coming from the right.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Giving way at an intersection (p. 44)

31. Question 31: C. Level 2 (0.05 to under 0.08)

    The ACT has four drink driving levels; Level 2 covers a BAC of 0.05 or more but less than 0.08.

    Official source: cityservices.act.gov.au — Drink and drug driving

32. Question 32: A. 2 years

    The ACT Road Rules test is valid for 2 years. After that you must pass a new test.

    Official source: accesscanberra.act.gov.au — Get your learner driver licence

33. Question 33: A. At least 1 metre

    Where possible, allow a minimum of 1 metre between your vehicle and parked vehicles, as doors may open or people step out.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Space to the sides (p. 75)

34. Question 34: B. Five seconds

    You must give at least five seconds of indication before pulling out from the kerb.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Signalling (p. 77)

35. Question 35: C. When it is signalling right and has moved over to turn

    On single-lane roads you may pass on the left of a vehicle that is signalling a right turn and has moved to the centre.

    Handbook: ACT Road Rules Handbook — Overtaking (p. 81)