Light Motor Vehicle Rules Quiz

Study Notes

Light Motor Vehicle Rules

Seatbelt Exemption: A child of 10 years old sitting next to the driver, or a person with a medical certificate, and drivers reversing are exempt from using a seatbelt.

Emergency Sign Placement

Distance from Vehicle: An emergency sign must be placed at least 20 meters behind a broken-down goods vehicle.

Crossing Dividing Space

Conditions: You can drive over a dividing space or barrier on a divided road if:
- There is no prohibition by a road sign.
- There is no vehicle beside you.
- There is no oncoming traffic.

Clutch Pedal Use

Advisability: It is not advisable to drive with your foot on the clutch pedal. It's better to rest your foot there, and not to wear out the clutch/pressure plate.

Regulatory Road Signs

Function: Regulatory road signs control and direct traffic flow and warn of potential hazards, they also help with navigation.

Correct Statements

Speed Limit: The general speed limit for a light motor vehicle in an urban area is 100 km/h.
Parking Restrictions: A person cannot park on a traffic island.

Amber Traffic Light

Driving Through Amber: You may drive through an amber traffic light if there is no time for an emergency stop and there is no other traffic at the intersection. This does not include scenarios where the vehicle has already passed the stop limit.

Accident and Specimen Collection

Refusal to Provide Specimen: If not injured in an accident, you are not allowed to refuse to provide a blood or breath specimen.

Crossing Divided Roads

Crossing Points: You are only allowed to cross a road divided by a painted island or physical barrier at authorized crossings or openings.

Description

Test your knowledge on the rules and regulations governing light motor vehicles, including seatbelt exemptions and emergency sign placements. This quiz covers critical aspects of safe driving practices and regulatory road signs. Perfect for new drivers and road safety enthusiasts!