New Zealand Car Driving Test Lane Usage and Positioning 5

Question 1

You are approaching an intersection to go straight ahead. There are two lanes. Which do you choose?

Accepted Answer

Either lane marked 'straight ahead' or 'all traffic'

Answer

Choose any lane that is marked for going straight ahead or for all directions.

Question 2

After overtaking another vehicle on a two-lane road, when should you move back to the left lane?

Accepted Answer

Once you can see the overtaken vehicle in your rear-view mirror with a safe gap

Answer

Return to the left lane once you can see the overtaken vehicle in your mirror, indicating a safe gap.

Question 3

What should you do if you miss your intended lane at a multi-lane intersection?

Accepted Answer

Complete the turn in the wrong lane and correct your position safely afterwards

Answer

Complete the manoeuvre safely in whichever lane you are in, then correct your position once it is safe.

Question 4

When driving past a line of parked cars, how far from the cars should you position your vehicle in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

About one metre to avoid doors opening suddenly

Answer

Leave about one metre from parked cars to avoid being hit by doors that open suddenly.

Question 5

Which of the following is a legal reason to cross a continuous (unbroken) centre line in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

To avoid a hazard in your lane when safe

Answer

You may cross a continuous centre line only to avoid an obstruction or hazard when safe to do so.

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