Rules of the Road Flashcards
6 cards from real DVSA practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 6 Rules of the Road flashcards as text
What is the speed limit for cars on a single carriageway national speed limit road?
Answer: 60 mph
The national speed limit for cars on a single carriageway is 60 mph. On dual carriageways and motorways, it is 70 mph. In built-up areas, it is usually 30 mph unless signed otherwise.
What do yellow marks on the kerb indicate?
Answer: Loading restrictions — no loading or unloading during the times shown on nearby plates
Yellow kerb marks indicate loading restrictions. The number of marks corresponds to the severity: two marks mean no loading at any time, one mark means no loading during times shown on nearby plates.
What rules apply to tram crossings?
Answer: Give way to trams — they cannot steer to avoid you and need a long distance to stop
Trams run on fixed rails and cannot steer to avoid obstacles. They are also very heavy and need a long distance to stop. Always give way to trams and never park on or obstruct tram lines.
What is the speed limit in a built-up area with street lights unless signs show otherwise?
Answer: 30 mph
The default speed limit where there are street lights (indicating a built-up area) is 30 mph, unless signs show a different limit. Many residential areas now have 20 mph limits.
What should you do when you see a school crossing patrol officer holding up a lollipop sign?
Answer: You must stop and wait until they signal it is safe to proceed
When a school crossing patrol officer displays their stop sign, all traffic must stop. Wait until the children have crossed and the patrol officer signals it is safe to proceed.
What is a controlled parking zone (CPZ)?
Answer: An area where all on-street parking is regulated and you must pay or have a permit to park
A controlled parking zone is an area where parking is regulated. You'll need a resident's permit, pay at a meter, or observe time-limited bays. Signs at the zone entry show the hours of control.