New Zealand Car Driving Test Intersection 5

Question 1

A driver is waiting in the middle of an intersection to complete a right turn. The traffic light turns red. What should the driver do?

Accepted Answer

Complete the right turn when it is safe to do so, then exit the intersection

Answer

If you have legally entered an intersection to turn right, you must complete the turn when it is safe, even if the light has changed to red.

Question 2

You arrive at an intersection at the same time as another vehicle from a different road. Your road has a GIVE WAY sign; the other road does not. Who must yield?

Accepted Answer

You must give way because your road has the GIVE WAY sign

Answer

The GIVE WAY sign explicitly requires you to give way to all traffic on the intersecting road, regardless of their direction of travel.

Question 3

Which of the following is a legal reason to cross a continuous (unbroken) centre line when approaching an intersection?

Accepted Answer

To turn right into a driveway if it is safe to do so

Answer

In New Zealand you may cross a continuous centre line to turn right into a property or side road if it is safe, but not to overtake.

Question 4

At an intersection, a vehicle ahead signals left but then appears to hesitate. What is the safest action?

Accepted Answer

Wait and watch their movements before proceeding

Answer

Hesitation from a leading vehicle could mean an unseen hazard ahead — waiting and observing is the safest response before proceeding.

Question 5

When turning at an intersection in wet conditions, what additional precaution should you take?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed gradually before the turn and steer smoothly

Answer

Wet roads reduce tyre grip, so you should reduce speed progressively before the turn and steer smoothly to avoid skidding.

New Zealand Car Driving Test Practice Test

New Zealand Car Driving Test Practice Test

New Zealand Car Driving Test Intersection 5