UK Car Theory: Hazard Awareness Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is Waiting

Exercise, eating, drinking, or a cold shower will not sober you up. The only way to sober up so you can drive is to wait for your body to process all the alcohol, which can take up to 48 hours.

Source: Rule 95, The Highway Code

Not quite. The answer is Pedestrians may attempt to cross in front of the bus.

If you intend to overtake a stopped bus, proceed slowly and watch out for pedestrians. They may have just disembarked but may still be obscured by the bus.

Not quite. The answer is Tinted

You should not wear tinted eyeglasses at night because they reduce visibility even more, which is dangerous.

Not quite. The answer is Improve how quickly you react to hazards

You should not consume any alcohol before driving. It can slow reaction times when hazards are ahead, encourage you to take more risks, and reduce your awareness of how fast you are driving.

Not quite. The answer is delay the journey until the headache subsides and you feel alert.

If you ever feel unwell before you start to drive, take a rest and do not begin your journey until you are well. When you are distracted by pain and discomfort, you cannot give your full and undivided attention to the road.

Not quite. The answer is Be prepared to stop.

You should be aware that the lights may change at any moment. Be prepared to stop.

Not quite. The answer is Up to 48 hours

Alcohol is processed by your body at a predictable rate, and this rate cannot be altered by sleep, exercise, coffee, food, or water. Alcohol may remain in your system for up to 48 hours after a heavy night.

Source: Alcohol, Health, Section One: The Driver, the Official DSA Guide to Driving

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

Pass a stopped ice cream van, bus stop, or tram stop with care. These are areas where children or other pedestrians may enter the road without looking.

Source: Rule 206, The Highway Code

Not quite. The answer is Move when the vehicle has started to make its left turn.

When you are waiting at a T-junction to turn onto a through road, the vehicles that are already on the through road have right of way. They can start to turn before you do.

Not quite. The answer is the DVLA.

If your eyesight has deteriorated significantly, you must contact the DVLA. Every driver is required to be able to read a vehicle number plate, in good daylight, from a distance of 20 metres. If you are having difficulty with this, your safety on the road should be assessed.

Not quite. The answer is 20 metres.

To legally be able to drive, you must have the visual acuity to read a number plate from 20 metres away in good daylight.

Source: Rule 92, The Highway Code

Not quite. The answer is you are unable to read a vehicle number plate from a distance of 67 feet (20.5 metres) without them.

It is compulsory to wear glasses or contact lenses when you drive if you are unable to read a number plate from a distance of 67 feet (20.5 metres).

Not quite. The answer is Have no alcoholic drinks.

You should have no alcoholic drinks because alcohol can stay in your system for a few hours. Alcohol may remain in the body for around 24-48 hours. Your body tissues actually need up to 48 hours to recover. The only safe limit, ever, is a zero limit. The more you drink, the longer it will take for the body to break it down.

Not quite. The answer is Immediately

Alcohol can quickly diminish your ability to drive. You do not need to drink much for your driving to be affected. Your driving may be impaired well before you reach the legal limit. Alcohol may even give you a false sense of confidence, so you may not realize how badly your driving ability has degraded. If in doubt, don't drive.

Source: Rule 95, The Highway Code

Not quite. The answer is all of the above.

In this situation, you should exercise sound judgement and a defensive approach. Where vision is restricted, be prepared to meet oncoming vehicles, obstructions such as broken-down or slow-moving vehicles, and pedestrians walking on your side of the road.

Not quite. The answer is you have checked with your GP first.

You should ask your GP or pharmacist whether it is safe for you to drive.

Not quite. The answer is pedestrians may attempt to cross the road from behind the vehicle.

You should continue driving but remain alert for pedestrians who may be trying to cross from behind the bus. They may have just disembarked and hence may be more difficult to see.

Not quite. The answer is read the medicine's label and speak to your doctor.

When there is a chance that a medication may impair your driving ability, you should read the label and talk to your doctor.

Not quite. The answer is Yes, but only if you are certain that your driving will be unaffected.

You must not drive if you may be adversely affected by drugs, even if they are legal. If you are unsure whether a prescription or non-prescription drug will affect your driving, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

Source: Drugs and Driving: The Law, Vehicle and Boat Safety, Driving and Transport, GOV.UK

Not quite. The answer is Glasses with tinted lenses

When you are driving at night, you should not wear tinted glasses. They can reduce your visibility even further when it is already dark.