CPC Road Safety

Question 1

What is the maximum speed limit for a goods vehicle exceeding 7.5 tonnes on a UK motorway?

Accepted Answer

60 mph

Answer

55 mph

Answer

70 mph

Answer

65 mph

Question 2

Under the Highway Code, when should rear fog lights be used?

Accepted Answer

When visibility falls below 100 metres

Answer

Whenever it is raining heavily

Answer

At night on any unlit road

Answer

When visibility falls below 200 metres

Question 3

What is the maximum speed limit for an HGV over 7.5 tonnes on a single carriageway road in the UK?

Accepted Answer

50 mph

Answer

40 mph

Answer

60 mph

Answer

70 mph

Question 4

What significant danger does a strong crosswind pose to a high-sided vehicle?

Accepted Answer

It can push the vehicle sideways causing instability or rollover

Answer

It improves fuel economy by reducing engine load

Answer

It only affects empty vehicles travelling above 50 mph

Answer

It has no measurable effect at normal road speeds

Question 5

What is the minimum legal tyre tread depth for commercial vehicle tyres in the UK?

Accepted Answer

1.6 mm

Answer

1.0 mm

Answer

2.0 mm

Answer

2.5 mm

Question 6

Why must you avoid overtaking another vehicle on a left-hand bend?

Accepted Answer

Your view ahead is restricted by the bend, hiding oncoming traffic

Answer

It is only prohibited in wet weather conditions

Answer

It is only prohibited when carrying a full load

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It is only prohibited at night or in poor visibility

Question 7

What is the correct action when approaching a level crossing where the barriers are already open?

Accepted Answer

Stop, look both ways, and listen before crossing if safe

Answer

Proceed at normal speed as the barriers confirm it is safe

Answer

Sound your horn briefly and then proceed

Answer

Wait for the barriers to close and reopen before crossing