PDVL Singapore Road Traffic Act 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Under Singapore law, what must a driver do at a 'Give Way' sign?
- Slow down and give way to traffic on the road being entered or crossed (Correct answer)
- Stop completely for 3 seconds before proceeding
- Only give way to vehicles approaching from the right
- Give way only during peak hours
Correct answer: Slow down and give way to traffic on the road being entered or crossed
At a Give Way sign, drivers must slow down and yield to traffic already on the road they are entering or crossing. Unlike a Stop sign, a complete stop is not always required, but yielding to other traffic is mandatory.
Question 2: What is the speed limit in a school zone in Singapore?
- 40 km/h during school hours (Correct answer)
- 30 km/h at all times
- 50 km/h only during school holidays
- 60 km/h unless otherwise posted
Correct answer: 40 km/h during school hours
In school zones, the speed limit is reduced to 40 km/h during specified school hours to protect the safety of children. These zones are clearly marked with signage and road markings.
Question 3: What is 'dangerous driving' under the Road Traffic Act?
- Driving in a manner that falls far below the standard expected of a competent and careful driver and where it would be obvious that driving in that way would be dangerous (Correct answer)
- Driving 10 km/h above the speed limit
- Driving in heavy rain without headlights
- Driving with a passenger blocking the rear view
Correct answer: Driving in a manner that falls far below the standard expected of a competent and careful driver and where it would be obvious that driving in that way would be dangerous
Dangerous driving is defined as driving that falls far below the standard expected of a competent and careful driver, where it is obvious that the manner of driving would be dangerous either to other road users or to property.
Question 4: In Singapore, which authority is responsible for issuing and revoking driving licences?
- The Land Transport Authority (LTA) (Correct answer)
- The Traffic Police
- The Ministry of Transport
- The Singapore Civil Defence Force
Correct answer: The Land Transport Authority (LTA)
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) is the statutory body responsible for administering driving licences in Singapore, including the issuance, suspension, and revocation of licences, as well as regulating vehicle registration and the road network.
Question 5: What does a flashing amber traffic light signal mean in Singapore?
- Proceed with caution — you may pass but must give way to pedestrians and other traffic (Correct answer)
- Stop immediately as the light is about to turn red
- All traffic must halt until the light returns to normal operation
- Only authorised vehicles may proceed
Correct answer: Proceed with caution — you may pass but must give way to pedestrians and other traffic
A flashing amber signal at a traffic junction means drivers may proceed but must exercise caution and give way to pedestrians crossing the road and to other traffic. This signal is often used during off-peak hours.
Question 6: What is the minimum penalty for a driver convicted of causing death by dangerous driving in Singapore?
- Imprisonment of not less than 2 years and disqualification from driving for not less than 5 years (Correct answer)
- A fine of S$5,000 only
- Community service of 240 hours
- Suspension of licence for 12 months
Correct answer: Imprisonment of not less than 2 years and disqualification from driving for not less than 5 years
Under recent amendments to the Road Traffic Act, causing death by dangerous driving carries a mandatory minimum imprisonment of 2 years and mandatory disqualification from driving for a minimum of 5 years, reflecting Singapore's serious approach to road safety.
PDVL Singapore Road Traffic Act 2
Under Singapore law, what must a driver do at a 'Give Way' sign?