Lane Usage and Positioning 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 approaching an intersection to go straight ahead. There are two lanes. Which do you choose?
Answer: Either lane marked 'straight ahead' or 'all traffic'
Choose any lane that is marked for going straight ahead or for all directions.
After overtaking another vehicle on a two-lane road, when should you move back to the left lane?
Answer: Once you can see the overtaken vehicle in your rear-view mirror with a safe gap
Return to the left lane once you can see the overtaken vehicle in your mirror, indicating a safe gap.
What should you do if you miss your intended lane at a multi-lane intersection?
Answer: Complete the turn in the wrong lane and correct your position safely afterwards
Complete the manoeuvre safely in whichever lane you are in, then correct your position once it is safe.
When driving past a line of parked cars, how far from the cars should you position your vehicle in New Zealand?
Answer: About one metre to avoid doors opening suddenly
Leave about one metre from parked cars to avoid being hit by doors that open suddenly.
Which of the following is a legal reason to cross a continuous (unbroken) centre line in New Zealand?
Answer: To avoid a hazard in your lane when safe
You may cross a continuous centre line only to avoid an obstruction or hazard when safe to do so.
On a one-way street with three lanes, you intend to turn left at the next intersection. Which lane should you be in?
Answer: The left lane
Turn left from the left lane on a one-way street unless road markings indicate otherwise.
What is the purpose of lane arrows painted on the road surface approaching an intersection in New Zealand?
Answer: To show which movements are permitted from each lane
Lane arrows show which directions (straight, left, right) are permitted from each lane.