RTA Hazard Perception Scenarios 3

Question 1

You are driving past a school bus that has stopped with flashing red lights and a stop arm extended. You are on the opposite side of an undivided road. What must you do?

Accepted Answer

Stop until the red lights stop flashing and the arm retracts

Answer

On an undivided road, all traffic in both directions must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and extended stop arm.

Question 2

While driving in fog, you see another vehicle's taillights appear much brighter than expected. What does this signal?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle is braking suddenly ahead of you

Answer

Bright taillights in fog mean the vehicle ahead is braking, requiring you to brake promptly to avoid a rear-end collision.

Question 3

You are approaching a green traffic light that has been green for a long time. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Prepare to stop because the light may turn yellow or red soon

Answer

A light that has been green for a long time is likely to change soon, so you should cover your brake and be ready to stop.

Question 4

While driving on a mountain road, you see rocks and debris scattered across your lane. What hazard should you most anticipate?

Accepted Answer

More rocks may be falling from above

Answer

Scattered debris on a mountain road suggests an active rockfall zone where additional rocks may be falling from above.

Question 5

You are driving and notice a pedestrian at a crosswalk is facing away from traffic and looking at a phone. What should you anticipate?

Accepted Answer

The pedestrian may step into the street unexpectedly

Answer

A distracted pedestrian looking at a phone may step into the street without checking for traffic, creating a sudden hazard.

(RTA) Roads and Transport Authority Exam Practice Test

(RTA) Roads and Transport Authority Exam Practice Test

RTA Hazard Perception Scenarios 3