UK Car Theory Test Attitude and Driving Behaviour

Question 1

You feel very tired while driving on a long journey. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Stop somewhere safe, rest and drink a caffeinated drink

Answer

The only effective remedy for tiredness is to stop and rest; caffeine offers a short-term benefit but cannot replace proper sleep.

Question 2

Which of these is an example of aggressive driving?

Accepted Answer

Tailgating the vehicle in front

Answer

Tailgating leaves insufficient stopping distance and puts pressure on the driver ahead, making it a form of aggressive behaviour.

Question 3

How does drinking alcohol affect your ability to drive?

Accepted Answer

It slows your reactions and impairs your judgement

Answer

Alcohol impairs judgement, slows reaction times and affects co-ordination, all of which significantly increase the risk of a collision.

Question 4

Another driver cuts you up by pulling out without warning. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Stay calm and do not retaliate

Answer

Retaliating can escalate the situation and increase danger; staying calm and maintaining safe driving keeps everyone safer.

Question 5

Which of these factors can increase the risk of a road traffic collision?

Accepted Answer

Driving when feeling tired or unwell

Answer

Tiredness and illness impair concentration and reaction time, significantly increasing the likelihood of a collision.

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test