DVSA - UK Driving Theory Motorway Rules and Regulations Questions and Answers

Question 1

You are driving a car towing a small trailer on a UK motorway. What is the maximum speed at which you are legally permitted to travel?

Accepted Answer

60 mph

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50 mph

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70 mph

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The same as cars, but you must stay in the left-hand lane

Question 2

You are driving on a 'smart motorway' and see a red 'X' displayed on the overhead gantry above your lane. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

You should move into another open lane as soon as it is safe to do so.

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The national speed limit applies to this lane.

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A temporary speed limit is in force for this lane.

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You should stop and wait for further instructions.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT permitted to use a UK motorway?

Accepted Answer

A cyclist.

Answer

A learner driver accompanied by an approved driving instructor in a dual-control car.

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A motorcycle with a 150cc engine.

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A double-decker bus.

Question 4

You are joining a motorway from a slip road. What is the correct procedure?

Accepted Answer

Match your speed to the traffic in the left-hand lane and filter in when safe.

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Stop at the end of the slip road and wait for a large gap in the traffic.

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Force your way into the traffic as vehicles on the motorway must give way to you.

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Drive along the hard shoulder until you find a safe gap.

Question 5

Your car breaks down on a motorway with a hard shoulder. After pulling over to the hard shoulder, what is the first thing you should do?

Accepted Answer

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

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Attempt to carry out simple repairs on your vehicle.

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Place a warning triangle 45 metres behind your vehicle.

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Get out of your vehicle and stand in front of it to warn oncoming traffic.

Question 6

What is the general rule for lane discipline on a three-lane motorway in the UK?

Accepted Answer

You should always stay in the left-hand lane unless you are overtaking.

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The left-hand lane is for slow-moving vehicles only.

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You can use any lane as long as you are travelling at the speed limit.

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The middle lane is for cruising, and the right-hand lane is for fast traffic.