DVSA - UK Driving Theory Rules of the Road Questions and Answers

Question 1

You are driving on a single carriageway road with double white lines in the centre. The line on your side is broken. When is it permissible to cross these lines?

Accepted Answer

To overtake if you can complete the manoeuvre before the line on your side becomes solid.

Answer

According to the Highway Code (Rule 128), if the white line nearest to you is broken, you may cross the lines to overtake, but only if it is safe and you can complete the manoeuvre before reaching a solid white line on your side. Turning into a side road is also permitted, but overtaking is the more comprehensive correct action described. You must not park on the opposite side of the road, and the speed for overtaking slow-moving vehicles is specified as 10 mph or less.

Question 2

You approach an unmarked crossroads where another vehicle is approaching from the right. Who has priority?

Accepted Answer

No one has automatic priority.

Answer

The Highway Code (Rule 146) states that at an unmarked crossroads, no driver has priority. You should slow down, be prepared to stop, and only proceed when it is safe, taking into account the speed and position of other road users.

Question 3

When must you use your dipped headlights during the day?

Accepted Answer

In dull weather or when visibility is seriously reduced.

Answer

The Highway Code mandates using headlights when visibility is 'seriously reduced,' which is generally defined as being unable to see for more than 100 metres (328 feet). This includes conditions like heavy rain, fog, or dull weather during the daytime.

Question 4

You are on a one-way street and see a blue sign for a contraflow bus lane. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Buses may be travelling in the opposite direction to you.

Answer

A contraflow bus lane on a one-way street is a lane reserved for buses (and sometimes other authorised vehicles) travelling in the opposite direction to the main flow of traffic. Drivers should be alert for buses approaching from the 'wrong' way in this lane.

Question 5

What is the key difference between a Toucan crossing and a Puffin crossing?

Accepted Answer

Toucan crossings allow both pedestrians and cyclists to cross, while Puffin crossings are for pedestrians only.

Answer

The name 'Toucan' is a play on 'two can' cross, meaning both pedestrians and cyclists can use the crossing without cyclists having to dismount. Puffin (Pedestrian User-Friendly Intelligent) crossings are for pedestrians only and have sensors to detect when people are waiting or crossing.

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

DVSA - UK Driving Theory Rules of the Road Questions and Answers