On Motorways Flashcards
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When joining a motorway from a slip road, which vehicles have priority on the main carriageway?
Answer: Vehicles already on the motorway
Traffic already on the motorway has priority; you must yield and match speed before merging safely.
A variable message sign on a motorway shows a red X above your lane. What does this mean?
Answer: Lane is closed — you must not continue in that lane
A red X is a mandatory signal indicating the lane is closed and you must move to an open lane.
What is the minimum recommended following distance for motorcyclists on a dry motorway at 70 mph?
Answer: 4 seconds
At least a 4-second gap is recommended for motorcyclists at motorway speeds to allow adequate reaction and braking time.
You are riding on a three-lane motorway and there is no traffic in lanes 2 or 3. Which lane should you use?
Answer: Lane 1 (left lane)
You must keep left unless overtaking; riding in lanes 2 or 3 without overtaking is an offense.
What hazard do expansion joints or bridge gratings on a motorway pose specifically to motorcyclists?
Answer: Loss of traction or wheel wobble
Metal bridge gratings and expansion joints can cause tires to slip or wheels to track unpredictably, especially when wet.
On a smart motorway, what does a speed limit shown in a red circle on an overhead gantry mean?
Answer: Mandatory — you must not exceed this speed
A speed limit in a red circle on an overhead sign is a mandatory limit enforceable by cameras.
A motorcyclist feels tiredness setting in after a long motorway ride. What is the best immediate action?
Answer: Pull off at the next exit or service area and rest
Fatigue severely impairs reaction time; stopping to rest is the only safe solution when tiredness is felt.