ADI Road Procedure

Question 1

As an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI), when should you teach a learner driver to use the MSM (Mirror, Signal, Manoeuvre) routine?

Accepted Answer

Before any change of speed or direction, including lane changes, overtaking, stopping, and turning

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Only when turning at junctions

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Only when approaching roundabouts

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Only in heavy traffic conditions

Question 2

According to the Highway Code, what is the correct procedure for a learner driver approaching a green traffic light that has been green for some time?

Accepted Answer

Be prepared to stop as the light may change, check mirrors, and be ready to respond safely to a change to amber

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Accelerate to pass through before it changes

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Maintain speed without any change

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Flash headlights to alert other drivers

Question 3

When teaching lane discipline on a dual carriageway, which lane should the learner normally use?

Accepted Answer

The left-hand lane unless overtaking or turning right

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The right-hand lane for better visibility

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The middle lane on a three-lane dual carriageway

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Any lane depending on personal preference

Question 4

A learner driver approaches a pelican crossing where the amber light is flashing. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Give way to any pedestrians still on the crossing, but proceed if the crossing is clear

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Stop regardless of whether pedestrians are present

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Accelerate to clear the crossing quickly

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Sound the horn to warn pedestrians

Question 5

What is the two-second rule and when should an ADI teach it?

Accepted Answer

A method for maintaining a safe following distance in dry conditions — the gap between you and the vehicle ahead should be at least 2 seconds

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The time to wait before pulling away from traffic lights

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The maximum time for a three-point turn

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The time to check mirrors before signalling

Question 6

When approaching a roundabout to turn right, which lane should the driver normally select?

Accepted Answer

The right-hand lane, signalling right on approach and changing signal to left after passing the exit before theirs

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The left-hand lane

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No specific lane is required

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The middle lane only