Learner Driver Manual Quiz
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What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a code 1 learner's licence?

  • 17 years of age
  • 16 years of age (correct)
  • 18 years of age
  • 15 years of age

    • Which type of vehicle is a holder of a code 2 learner's licence NOT authorized to drive?

  • Motorcycles (correct)
  • Motor tricycles (correct)
  • Heavy-duty trucks
  • Light motor vehicles

    • What must a holder of a code 2 learner's licence do while driving?

  • Drive without supervision
  • Drive only during daylight
  • Drive under direct supervision (correct)
  • Drive in residential areas only

    • What is the maximum cylinder capacity a person under 18 can ride with a code 1 learner's licence?

    <p>125 cubic centimetres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is a code 2 learner's licence valid after the approved test is passed?

    <p>24 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What authorization does a code 1 learner's licence grant regarding the carrying of passengers?

    <p>No passengers are allowed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following vehicles can a holder of a code 3 learner's licence NOT drive?

    <p>Motorcycles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the limit of the vehicle's weight to be driven with a code 2 learner's licence?

    <p>Does not exceed 3500 kilograms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be worn by all motorcycle riders and passengers when on a public road?

    <p>A protective helmet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group must wear a protective helmet while riding on a motorcycle?

    <p>Passengers younger than 14 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum visible light transmittance required for a windscreen of a light motor vehicle?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum tilt angle allowed for a number plate to be affixed?

    <p>30 degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for the windscreen wipers of a motor vehicle?

    <p>They must wipe continuously and adequately in front of the driver.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition must an exhaust silencer meet regarding exhaust gas emission?

    <p>It must not cause a nuisance or obstruct the vision of other road users.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a condition that allows fog lights to be used?

    <p>Lighting conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it permissible not to wear a protective helmet on a motorcycle?

    <p>When the motorcycle has a compliant seatbelt and the engine cannot move without it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many number plates must be affixed to standard motor vehicles?

    <p>One at the front and one at the back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of vehicle is permitted to use an adjustable spot lamp?

    <p>Ambulances and rescue vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components must be fitted to a motor vehicle with a windscreen?

    <p>At least one windscreen wiper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be ensured regarding the legibility of a number plate?

    <p>Each letter and figure must be clearly legible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What maintenance requirement is associated with vehicle exhaust systems?

    <p>They must prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the driver's area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may rear fog lamps be used legally?

    <p>In conditions of poor visibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for affixing a number plate to a motorcycle?

    <p>One plate must be affixed to the back only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about the use of spot lamps on non-official vehicles?

    <p>They are completely prohibited.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum tread depth required for pneumatic tyres on a light motor vehicle?

    <p>1 millimetre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition must be satisfied for riding a motorcycle with an engine over 50cc on public roads?

    <p>Pneumatic tyres must display a clearly visible pattern and have a tread depth of at least 1 millimetre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a motorcycle rider NOT do when riding a motorcycle with an engine capacity not exceeding 50cc?

    <p>Have tyres that lack a visible tread pattern over the full width</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the event of an accident, which action is NOT required of the driver/rider?

    <p>Leave the scene without reporting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a motorcycle with an engine exceeding 50cc, which tyre condition is essential?

    <p>All tyres must have a visible tread pattern and at least 1 millimetre tread depth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be maintained in a condition that enables safe and efficient steering in a motor vehicle?

    <p>All parts of the steering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum allowed turning radius for a motor vehicle to be used on public roads?

    <p>13.1 metres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a motorcycle to be ridden on a public road?

    <p>Two independent braking systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a vehicle’s hooter?

    <p>For safety-related alerts only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following devices must a light motor vehicle have in good working order?

    <p>A warning device (hooter)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must every light and heavy motor vehicle be equipped with?

    <p>A service brake, parking brake, and emergency brake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should a driver/rider take when an emergency vehicle is approaching?

    <p>Give immediate right of way</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT permitted regarding warning devices in private vehicles?

    <p>Using sirens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When intending to overtake another vehicle, what should a driver do to notify the other driver?

    <p>Flash the headlights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a driver do when entering a public road at a junction?

    <p>Yield to vehicles approaching from the right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper action for a driver when facing oncoming traffic?

    <p>Move to the left edge of the roadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a violation of parking regulations on a public road?

    <p>Parking in an area where stopping is not permitted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a driver do when passing a stationary bus?

    <p>Proceed with caution, considering safety for passengers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On a freeway, what is the expectation for vehicle positioning and overtaking?

    <p>Keep left and overtake on the right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes a safe action when other traffic wishes to pass your vehicle?

    <p>Drive more to the right edge of the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what circumstance is a driver allowed to disregard the right of way rules at a junction?

    <p>When directed by a traffic officer or sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction

    • Learner Driver Manual, compiled by the South African Department of Transport
    • Provides clear guidelines on vehicle controls, road rules, and road signs for safe driving
    • Information on learner's and driving licences
    • Advice on safe operation under various road and weather conditions
    • Not legal interpretation of road traffic laws (refer to Road Traffic Act and regulations for precise statements)

    Acronyms and Definitions

    • "Acceptable identification" - various forms of ID (temporary identity certificates, ID documents, South African passports, etc.)
    • "Articulated motor vehicle" - combination of a truck-tractor and semi-trailer
    • "Bridge" - includes culverts and causeways
    • "Bus" - motor vehicle designed for 16+ passengers
    • "Combination of motor vehicles" - two or more motor vehicles coupled together
    • "Cross" - to move on a public road in a direction that intersects the normal traffic flow
    • "DLTC" - driving licence testing centre, registered under the National Road Traffic Act
    • "Drawing" - drawing a vehicle by another vehicle
    • "Driver" - any person who drives/attempts to drive a vehicle, rides/attempts to ride a pedal cycle, or leads draught/pack animals.
    • "Driving licence card" - driving licence card issued under the Act
    • "Driving time" - any period a driver occupies a driver's seat while the vehicle is operational on a public road
    • "Edge of the roadway" - boundary between roadway and shoulder, indicated by signage, or (in absence of signage) by the edge of surfaces of bituminous/concrete roads, or the edge of improved parts for vehicular use.
    • "Emergency brake" - brake other than service brake that stops a vehicle
    • "Freeway" - public road or section designated as a freeway by a road traffic sign
    • "Front end" - part of a vehicle that projects furthest forward
    • Detailed definitions for numerous terms related to road traffic and vehicles (e.g., "goods vehicle", "intersection", "junction", "kerb line", "licence disc", "medical practitioner" and more) are provided in the document.

    Information for Learner's Licence Test

    • Test covers road rules, road traffic signs/signals/markings, and vehicle controls
    • Learner's licence valid for 24 months from the test date

    Special Requirements for Driving Licences

    • Persons disqualified from obtaining or holding learner's or driving licences (due to drug/alcohol abuse, court orders, specific medical conditions)

    Codes of Learner's Licence

    • Code 1: Authorised to ride motorcycles (with restrictions for those under 18)

    • Code 2: Authorised to drive motor vehicles (with restrictions for those under 18)

    • Code 3: Authorised to drive light and heavy motor vehicles (with restrictions for those under 18)

    • Detailed information on the specific requirements for each code and the permissible types of vehicles.

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    Test your understanding of the South African Learner Driver Manual. This quiz covers vehicle controls, road rules, road signs, and the identification requirements for driving. Ensure you’re well-prepared for safe driving in various conditions.

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