Driving License Flashcards

If you are near a pedestrian crossing and there are people waiting to cross the road, you should

Answer: Stop the vehicle, wait until pedestrians cross and then move forward

This is the safest and usually the legally required action. It ensures pedestrians can cross safely without any risk of being hit by a vehicle.

You are coming towards a narrow bridge and another vehicle is about to enter the bridge from the other side. What should you do?

Answer: Wait until the other vehicle crosses the bridge before proceeding

This is the safest and most courteous option. It prevents potential collisions and allows the other vehicle to safely cross the bridge first.

In case you see a vehicle that has met with an accident with injured passengers inside, you should

Answer: Take measures to secure medical attention to those injured and report the accident to the closest police station within a period of 24 hours

This is the most responsible and humane option. It ensures that injured passengers receive immediate medical help while also fulfilling the legal requirement to report the accident to the police within a specified timeframe.

On a road that has been designated as one way

Answer: You should not drive in reverse gear

Driving in reverse on a one-way road can cause confusion and accidents, as all vehicles are expected to move in the same direction.

You can overtake a vehicle that is in the front

Answer: Through the right side of the vehicle ahead

In countries where driving is on the right side of the road (like the US), this is the correct and legal method of overtaking. It allows for better visibility and adheres to standard traffic rules.

If a vehicle approaches a railway crossing that is not guarded and the vehicle wants to proceed, the driver should

Answer: Stop the vehicle on left hand side of the road, approach the track and ensure that there is no train or trolley coming from any side prior to crossing.

This is the safest and most responsible action. The driver ensures the track is clear before proceeding, which minimizes the risk of an accident.

Transport vehicles can be distinguished by

Answer: Number plate of the vehicle

Transport vehicles typically have a specific series or color for their number plates (e.g., yellow plates with black text in some countries) that differentiates them from private vehicles. This is the most reliable way to distinguish transport vehicles.

A learner's license is valid for a period of

Answer: 6 months

This choice indicates that the learner's license is valid for a half-year period, allowing the learner sufficient time to practice driving before applying for a full driving license.

In case a road does not have a footpath, pedestrians will have to

Answer: Walk on the right side of the road

Walking on the right side of the road would mean walking with traffic, which increases the risk of accidents as pedestrians may not see vehicles approaching from behind.

Free passage should be provided to the following vehicles

Answer: Fire service vehicles and ambulances

These emergency vehicles require free passage to respond quickly to fires, medical emergencies, and accidents. Providing them with unimpeded access can save lives and minimize property damage.

Vehicles that come from the opposite side should be allowed to proceed through the

Answer: Right side

Vehicles coming from the opposite side should be allowed to proceed through on the right side of the road. This ensures a smooth flow of traffic and reduces the risk of accidents by following standard traffic rules.