Driving Test Question 356

What is the purpose of a tow bar safety chain?
A. Decoration
B. To keep the trailer attached if the coupling fails
C. To reduce noise
D. To improve steering

What should you do when reversing with a trailer?
A. Turn steering wheel in same direction as trailer movement
B. Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction to guide the trailer
C. Accelerate
D. Keep steering straight always

What should you check regarding trailer lights before starting a journey?
A. Only brake lights
B. All lights including indicators, brake lights, and reflectors
C. Only reflectors
D. Only hazard lights

What should you do if your load shifts while driving?
A. Continue carefully
B. Stop safely and secure the load properly before continuing
C. Increase speed
D. Ignore until destination

What is the main reason for covering loose loads like sand or gravel?
A. To reduce theft only
B. To prevent materials from falling or blowing onto other road users
C. To make vehicle look neat
D. To reduce fuel consumption

What should you do when towing another vehicle using a rope or chain?
A. Drive at normal speed
B. Maintain low speed and keep the rope or chain taut
C. Accelerate quickly
D. Use hazard lights only

What must the driver of a towing vehicle ensure about the towed vehicle’s driver?
A. They should be unlicensed
B. They must be competent and able to control steering and braking if required
C. They should sit in the back seat
D. They should not hold the steering wheel

What is the risk of towing a vehicle without proper communication between drivers?
A. None
B. Misunderstandings can lead to collisions or sudden stops
C. Better coordination
D. Improved braking

What should you do before transporting livestock?
A. Drive faster to reduce stress
B. Ensure animals are properly contained and vehicle is suitable for transport
C. Leave them loose
D. Feed them while driving

What is the main danger of carrying passengers in a goods vehicle not designed for them?
A. Reduced cargo space
B. Lack of proper seating and safety restraints increases injury risk
C. Improved balance
D. Better ventilation

What should you do if your vehicle becomes unstable due to uneven loading?
A. Accelerate
B. Reduce speed and stop to redistribute the load
C. Turn sharply
D. Continue until destination

What is the purpose of reflective markings on long vehicles?
A. Decoration
B. To increase visibility to other road users, especially at night
C. To reduce wind resistance
D. To display company branding

What should you do when approaching a steep downhill while towing a heavy load?
A. Shift to neutral
B. Select a lower gear before descending to use engine braking
C. Accelerate downhill
D. Turn off engine

What is the main danger of towing beyond the vehicle’s rated capacity?
A. Increased fuel efficiency
B. Damage to vehicle components and loss of control
C. Improved traction
D. Better braking

What should you do if your trailer begins to jackknife?
A. Accelerate
B. Ease off the accelerator and steer gently to regain alignment
C. Brake hard
D. Turn steering fully

What should be done if a load obstructs your rear view completely?
A. Drive normally
B. Use extended mirrors or other aids to maintain rear visibility
C. Reverse only
D. Ignore rear traffic

What is the main reason for securing gas cylinders upright during transport?
A. To save space
B. To prevent leaks and ensure safety of pressure valves
C. To make loading easier
D. To reduce noise

What should you do when transporting flammable materials?
A. Smoke outside vehicle
B. Avoid open flames and ensure proper ventilation and signage
C. Drive faster
D. Park near heat sources

What is the safest way to load heavy items into a vehicle?
A. Place them on top
B. Place heavier items low and evenly distributed to lower the center of gravity
C. Stack them at one side
D. Place them near rear only

What should you do if a trailer tire bursts while driving?
A. Brake sharply
B. Hold steering firmly and slow down gradually
C. Accelerate
D. Jump out

What should you do before towing at night?
A. Nothing extra
B. Ensure all lights and reflectors on both vehicles are functioning properly
C. Turn off headlights
D. Use only hazard lights

What is the purpose of load restraint straps or chains?
A. Decoration
B. To prevent cargo movement during acceleration, braking, and cornering
C. To reduce fuel use
D. To protect paint only

What should you do if you notice smoke coming from your load area?
A. Ignore it
B. Stop immediately and investigate or call emergency services
C. Accelerate to clear smoke
D. Cover with cloth

What is the danger of transporting liquids in partially filled tanks?
A. No danger
B. Liquid surge can affect vehicle stability and braking
C. It improves balance
D. It reduces fuel consumption

What should you do when carrying long objects such as pipes or timber?
A. Let them hang freely
B. Secure them firmly and mark any overhanging ends
C. Tie loosely
D. Paint them black

What is the purpose of a breakaway cable on trailers?
A. Decoration
B. To activate trailer brakes automatically if it becomes detached
C. To support weight
D. To improve turning

What should you do when loading a vehicle from one side only?
A. Continue driving normally
B. Adjust or redistribute the load to maintain balance
C. Drive faster
D. Remove mirrors

What is the main reason for checking load security during long trips?
A. To reduce boredom
B. Loads can shift due to vibration and require periodic inspection
C. To increase speed
D. To reduce tire wear

What should you do when parking a loaded vehicle on a slope?
A. Leave it in neutral
B. Engage parking brake and use wheel chocks if necessary
C. Turn off engine only
D. Leave doors open

What is the safest position for carrying heavy machinery on a truck?
A. At the very rear
B. Centered over the axles to distribute weight evenly
C. On one side
D. On the roof