DTT Hazard Awareness

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of hazard perception in driving?

Accepted Answer

To identify potential dangers early and take action to avoid them

Answer

To drive as fast as possible to reduce time on the road

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To memorise the location of all road signs

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To pass the driving test

Question 2

You are driving on a residential street and see a ball rolling onto the road from behind a parked car. What hazard should you anticipate?

Accepted Answer

A child may follow the ball onto the road

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The ball might damage your car

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A dog might chase the ball

Answer

Nothing — a ball is not a hazard

Question 3

When driving in heavy rain, your stopping distance compared to dry conditions is approximately:

Accepted Answer

Doubled

Answer

The same

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Increased by 25%

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Tripled

Question 4

What is aquaplaning and what should you do if it occurs?

Accepted Answer

When tyres lose contact with the road surface due to a layer of water; ease off the accelerator and do not brake sharply or steer suddenly

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When the engine overheats from driving through water; pull over immediately

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When the windscreen fogs up in rain; turn on the air conditioning

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When water enters the exhaust; rev the engine to clear it

Question 5

You notice a lorry ahead indicating to change lanes on a motorway. What hazard should you be aware of?

Accepted Answer

The lorry has large blind spots and the driver may not have seen you; give it plenty of space

Answer

The lorry will stop before changing lanes

Answer

Lorries always have priority when changing lanes

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You should speed up to pass before it changes lanes

Question 6

What increased hazard should you expect when driving past a school during arrival or departure times?

Accepted Answer

Children crossing the road unpredictably, parked cars reducing visibility, and parents stopping suddenly

Answer

Higher speed limits apply near schools

Answer

Schools have no effect on road conditions

Answer

Only bus traffic increases near schools