Driver Responsibility and Safety Flashcards
7 cards from real New Zealand Car Driving Test practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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You are driving and feel very sleepy. What is the safest action?
Answer: Pull over in a safe place and rest before continuing
The only truly safe response to drowsiness is to stop and rest, as no stimulant reliably prevents microsleep.
What should you do if you are being tailgated by another driver?
Answer: Gradually slow down and safely let the vehicle pass
Gradually slowing and creating an opportunity for the tailgater to pass is the safest response.
In New Zealand, what does a continuous yellow no-passing line in the centre of the road mean?
Answer: You must not cross or straddle the line to pass
A continuous yellow centre line means you must not cross or straddle it to overtake.
Which of the following is the best way to maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle in front?
Answer: Use the two-second rule under normal conditions
The two-second rule — let at least two seconds pass between the car ahead passing a fixed point and your car reaching it — is the standard recommended in New Zealand.
A child restraint in a vehicle must meet which standard?
Answer: A New Zealand or equivalent approved safety standard
Child restraints must meet an approved safety standard recognised by New Zealand law.
What does a flashing amber traffic light at an intersection mean?
Answer: Give way and proceed with caution
A flashing amber light means you must give way to any pedestrians or vehicles before proceeding.
When driving through a flooded road, what is the safest approach?
Answer: Test the depth first and drive slowly in low gear
You should test depth cautiously, drive slowly in low gear, and be prepared to reverse if water is deeper than expected.