DKT Test (General Knowledge) #3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Before traveling a long distance at high speed or transporting a large car load, make sure you:
- Check your tire pressure and, if necessary, raise it to the recommended level by the manufacturer. (Correct answer)
- Make sure you have a street directory with you so you can find your way about.
- Have a meal and a cup of coffee
Correct answer: Check your tire pressure and, if necessary, raise it to the recommended level by the manufacturer.
Explanation:<br> Even if there is an emergency lane, stopping on a motorway is riskier. There is unlikely to be anywhere you can address these issues, and if you have a preventable issue with your vehicle, you will create an unnecessary hazard. Because freeway speeds are high, having the proper tire pressure is critical. Incorrect tire pressure can impact handling and increase the chance of a tire blowout.
Question 2: You should do the following while merging into the freeway from the entrance:
- Look for a large enough break in the traffic flow and alter your speed to fit into it. (Correct answer)
- Drive straight on as you have the right of way
- Blow on your horn, turn on your turn signals, and get on the freeway.
- Stop and look back at the entrance to see if there's any traffic behind you.
Correct answer: Look for a large enough break in the traffic flow and alter your speed to fit into it.
Explanation:<br> Trying to enter into freeway traffic too slowly puts other vehicles in a dangerous situation where they may have to brake hard. Match your speed and merge into a lane that isn't congested. Stopping at the end of the merging lane is particularly risky because you could be traveling at speeds of up to 100 km/h slower than other traffic, making merging exceedingly dangerous for you and other vehicles.
Question 3: Which lane should you choose if you're traveling on a two-lane freeways?
- The right lane to avoid slow-moving vehicles.
- The left lane unless you are overtaking. (Correct answer)
- Whichever lane has the least traffic.
Correct answer: The left lane unless you are overtaking.
Explanation:<br> To achieve the best traffic flow, drive in the left lane unless you are overtaking another car.
Question 4: Is it illegal to block your number plates from being seen clearly?
- Yes, but not if they are obscured by mud
- Yes, at any time (Correct answer)
- No, you are free to cover your license plates if you so desire.
- Yes, however a towbar or bicycle rack covering the back number plate is legal.
Correct answer: Yes, at any time
Explanation:<br> If your license plate is obscured by a bike rack or towbar, you must make appropriate preparations to see the plates properly.
Question 5: When you acquire a car, you notice that the spare tire is smooth with little discernible tread. Will it be allowed to drive the car with a smooth spare tire if you have a puncture?
- Yes, but the puncture must be repaired within 24 hours.
- Yes, as long as the tire is properly inflated and the sidewalls are in good shape.
- No, even if it's spare, driving a car with a smooth tire is banned. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: No, even if it's spare, driving a car with a smooth tire is banned.
Explanation:<br> Your vehicle would become risky to drive if you have to use the spare tire due to a puncture.
Question 6: At the intersection, you're ready to make a right turn. The green light has been given to you. You hear a siren and then notice that a fire vehicle is approaching. You ought to:
- Continue and make the turn because you have the right of way.
- Speed up to beat the fire truck.
- Stop and let the fire truck overtake you. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Stop and let the fire truck overtake you.
Explanation:<br> By remaining stopped, the fire truck will be able to negotiate its way past you, reducing the risk of a collision.
Question 7: You're approaching a red-light camera-equipped intersection. When you get too near to safely stop, the lights turn yellow. As you approach the other side of the intersection, the lights turn red. Are you going to get a penalty notice?
- You were in the junction when the lights turned red, it's possible.
- The camera only takes a picture if you cross the stop line after the lights turn red, the answer is no. (Correct answer)
- Yes, a fine will be issued.
- Yes, however a driver has the right to report the incident to the police and have the case adjudicated in court.
Correct answer: The camera only takes a picture if you cross the stop line after the lights turn red, the answer is no.
Explanation:<br> When a car enters the junction after the lights have turned red, the camera is triggered.
Question 8: Choose the box that apply. When should you utilize your right-hand indicator?
- You intend to move to the right, at any time. (Correct answer)
- You are about to stop
- You want to let people know they can overtake you
- You intend to slow down.
Correct answer: You intend to move to the right, at any time.
Explanation:<br> Make it a practice to use your indicator every time you make a maneuver so that other drivers are aware of your intentions.
Question 9: Is it legal for a P1 or P2 provisional driver to teach a beginner driver?
- Yes, as long as the vehicle's engine is under one litre.
- No (Correct answer)
- Yes, as long as the provisional driver has had a P2 license for at least six months.
- Yes, as long as the L and P1 or P2 plates are visible.
Correct answer: No
Explanation:<br> P1 and P2 drivers do not have sufficient driving experience. You must be at least 17 years old, have recorded at least 120 hours of driving time (including at least 20 hours at night), and have held your P1 license for at least 12 months to take the driving test for a P1 license. To advance to your P2 license, you must have held a P1 license for at least 12 months before taking the Hazard Perception Test. Before a full license can be given, a P2 license must be kept for at least 24 months.
Question 10: When do you need to switch on your vehicle's headlights?
- When you can't see a person or car 100 meters ahead of you
- 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise
- In fog
- All of the above (Correct answer)
Correct answer: All of the above
Explanation: <br> Utilizing your lights will increase your vehicle's visibility to other road users in all of these scenarios. It should be noted that even in situations when visibility is excellent, you must turn on your headlights or daytime running lights when riding a motorcycle made after January 1, 1980.
Question 11: When should you use the four-second rule?
- If your brakes are nearly worn out
- If your speed is greater than 100 km/h
- If the road is icy or wet, or if you're towing a trailer (Correct answer)
- At night
Correct answer: If the road is icy or wet, or if you're towing a trailer
Explanation: <br> Use the four-second rule since stopping distances can double on icy and wet roadways. Your stopping distance will also increase due to the trailer's additional weight. In fact, it may take you 6–8 seconds to halt if the surface is frosty to icy.
Question 12: When is it not permitted to pass a car on the left at an intersection?
- When the opposite vehicle has come to a complete stop.
- While the car next to you is signaling left. (Correct answer)
- When the other car indicates to the right.
Correct answer: While the car next to you is signaling left.
Explanation: <br> You must not overtake a car on the left if it is signaling to turn left since there is a chance it will turn into your path.
Question 13: What is the shortest distance of clear road you must have after passing another vehicle?
- 100 metres (Correct answer)
- 200 metres
- 50 metres
- 150 metres
Correct answer: 100 metres
Explanation: <br> You must be able to see at least 100 metres ahead of you after passing to give yourself ample time to react to unexpected circumstances.
Question 14: What is the name of the section of road you drive on?
- Line
- Verge
- Kerb
- Lane (Correct answer)
- Pathway
Correct answer: Lane
Explanation: <br> You drive in the lane. A verge is a road's grassy edge. On a walkway, people move about. A raised concrete or stone kerb may be present along the road's side. Lines are used to identify roads. Between kerbs, verges, painted lines, a kerb and a painted line, or a verge and a painted line, lanes are formed.
Question 15: When driving in fog, which of your vehicle's lights should you switch on?
- Front and rear fog lights
- Dipped headlights
- Park lights (side lights)
- All of the above (Correct answer)
Correct answer: All of the above
Explanation: <br> In a fog, you can turn on all of your lights, but avoid using your full beam headlights because they can bounce back at you and make it harder for you to see. Do not raise your headlights. When the fog lifts, turn off your fog lights so as not to blind other drivers.
Question 16: What do you call this type of road?
- Bypass
- Multi-lane road (Correct answer)
- Urban thoroughfare
- Quad-lane road
Correct answer: Multi-lane road
Explanation: <br> A multi-lane road is one that has more than one lane going in each direction.
Question 17: What should you do at traffic lights if the green light is on if you want to go right?
- Turn left for oncoming traffic
- Allow traffic coming from the right
- Allow vehicles to pass you as they approach. (Correct answer)
- Given that you have a green light, you don't need to yield.
Correct answer: Allow vehicles to pass you as they approach.
Explanation: <br> Give way to vehicles headed your way in accordance with the Give Way regulations. You must already be in the junction before you move into it and wait for approaching traffic to halt for a yellow or red light before turning on the red light.
Question 18: Visible smoke shouldn't be produced by a vehicle for more than:
- 8 seconds
- 5 seconds
- 12 seconds
- 10 seconds (Correct answer)
Correct answer: 10 seconds
Explanation: <br> A car can only emit smoke for ten seconds at most. Even if it lasts less than 10 seconds, smoke produced by tires due to loss of traction may be viewed as a different offense.
Question 19: When is it necessary to provide a right turn signal?
- Prior to turning, always wait at least three seconds. (Correct answer)
- Only if there is oncoming or following traffic.
- Before turning, always wait at least two seconds.
Correct answer: Prior to turning, always wait at least three seconds.
Explanation: <br> Other drivers will be aware of your intentions after three seconds of signaling.
Question 20: At an intersection, if it is safe to do so, you may pass on the left if:
- The car in front of you is moving more quickly than the posted limit.
- The car in front of you is making a right turn signal. (Correct answer)
- The car in front of you is making a left turn signal.
- Your headlights are on.
Correct answer: The car in front of you is making a right turn signal.
Explanation: <br> You can overtake on the left if it is safe to do so and your vehicle will fit through the space if a vehicle is indicating right and has moved over to the right of their lane, is in another lane, or is in a turning bay.
DKT Test (General Knowledge) #3
Before traveling a long distance at high speed or transporting a large car load, make sure you: