NZ Learner Licence Theory Test NZ Road Code Rules

Question 1

In New Zealand, on which side of the road must you drive?

Accepted Answer

The left side

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The right side

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Either side when safe

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The centre of the road

Question 2

When must you use your headlights in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

From 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise, and when visibility is poor

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Only at night between midnight and 5am

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Only when it is completely dark

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Whenever you are on a rural road

Question 3

What is the minimum following distance recommended in the NZ Road Code on an open road?

Accepted Answer

A 2-second gap behind the vehicle in front

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A 1-car-length gap per 10 km/h of speed

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A 50-metre gap at all times

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A 3-second gap behind the vehicle in front

Question 4

When approaching a pedestrian crossing with people waiting, what must a NZ driver do?

Accepted Answer

Give way to pedestrians who are on or about to cross

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Sound the horn to warn pedestrians

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Proceed if there is space to pass safely

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Flash headlights to signal pedestrians to wait

Question 5

What does the NZ Road Code say about using a mobile phone while driving?

Accepted Answer

It is illegal to hold or use a hand-held mobile phone while driving

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You may use a phone if stopped at traffic lights

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Phone use is allowed if only for navigation

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Phones may be used in hands-free mode only when on rural roads

Question 6

Under NZ Road Code rules, what must you do when an emergency vehicle with flashing lights approaches from behind?

Accepted Answer

Move to the left and stop if necessary to let it pass

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Speed up to clear the road quickly

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Continue at normal speed and let the vehicle overtake

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Flash your hazard lights and pull into the next side street