Road Rules Summary Quiz

<p>For everyone in the car (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Slow down to a reduced speed limit (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is illegal to hold your mobile phone while driving. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1 meter (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Give way to other vehicles or pedestrians (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Give way to vehicles already on the highway. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Give way to vehicles already in the roundabout. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Slow down and be cautious. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pull over to the left and stop. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The vehicle on your right. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pull over and rest in a safe area. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pedestrians crossing at crossings. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Possible fines and points on your license. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Only the Driving Companions handbook is for Learner Drivers only. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Driver’s Handbook can be used to become better informed about road safety, road rules, drivers and licensing and vehicle registration. (C), The Driver’s Handbook is not written in plain, easy to understand language. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The space between your vehicle and the vehicle immediately in front.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Blood Alcohol Concentration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Only the second statement is correct. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>drive to the left of the safety zone at a speed that would not endanger any pedestrian crossing the road. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An area where there are buildings on land next to the road or street lighting. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An area of road for vehicles turning left that is separated from other parts by a traffic island or a painted island.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The connecting road between the two sides of a major road, such as Anzac Highway in suburban Adelaide. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A Certificate of Competency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Usually 50 km/h, but can be lower.

Usually 100 km/h, possibly 110 km/h.

Everyone in a vehicle must wear a seatbelt.

Illegal to hold the phone. Use hands-free or stop safely.

Completely stop, check for others, proceed safely.

Give way to other vehicles/pedestrians, don't stop unless needed.

Always yield to pedestrians.

Give cyclists space, at least 1 meter in cities and 1.5 meters on rural roads.

When joining a highway, yield to vehicles already on the highway. Ensure it's safe to merge.

When entering a roundabout, yield to vehicles already on the roundabout. Use indicators when exiting.

Never park in "No Parking" zones. Check for signs before parking.

Require a permit to park in designated spots for people with disabilities.

At intersections without signals, yield to the vehicle on your right.

Pull over to the left side of the road and stop when an emergency vehicle (police, ambulance, firetruck) approaches.

Slow down and be careful when passing through school zones. The zone is usually marked.

Stop and allow pedestrians to cross when they're at a crossing.

Driving is inherently risky. Common dangers include speeding, drunk driving, not wearing seatbelts, distractions, and fatigue.

New drivers are more likely to crash, especially at night with multiple passengers. They lack experience and judgment in traffic.

The most common type of crash. Caused by following too closely and not leaving enough space to brake safely.

Happens when a car goes off the road, hits a stationary object, or rolls over. Often due to overconfidence and speeding.

Areas around your car hidden from your mirrors. Check by looking over your shoulder before changing lanes or merging.

Dangerous crashes often occurring in rural areas due to overtaking errors and lack of judgment in choosing safe gaps.

Buying a car with safety features can significantly reduce injury risk. Look for crumple zones, airbags, and electronic stability control.

A measure of the amount of alcohol in your blood. Driving with a BAC over the legal limit is illegal.

Alcohol slows reactions, impairs judgment, and makes it harder to concentrate while driving, increasing crash risks.

Police can stop drivers at any time to check their BAC using a breathalyser. Refusal is an offence.

Being unable to control a vehicle due to alcohol, drugs, or medication, even if your BAC is below the legal limit.

Driving with THC, methylamphetamine, or MDMA in your system is illegal. Police use saliva tests to detect these drugs.

Many prescription and over-the-counter medications can impair driving ability. Check side effects carefully.

Wearing a seatbelt significantly increases your chances of survival in a crash, reducing the severity of injuries.

Children under 12 are safest in the rear seat with appropriate restraints. Using the correct restraint for your child's size is crucial.

Anything that diverts your attention from the road, like mobile phones, passengers, food, or adjusting the radio, increases crash risks.

The space between your vehicle and the car in front. Maintain a safe distance (3 seconds) to allow for braking.

The distance your car travels from the moment you see a hazard to when you completely stop. Includes reaction time and braking distance.

Driving over the speed limit is illegal and carries fines, demerit points, and potential licence suspension. Speeding increases crash risk.

Even at the posted speed limit, driving too fast for conditions like rain, heavy traffic, or visibility limitations is dangerous.

Heavy vehicles need significantly more space to stop than cars. Allow extra room and be careful when changing lanes near them.

Driving at night is more dangerous due to reduced visibility. Reduce speed and use headlights appropriately.

Adapt your driving to conditions like fog, rain, or snow. Reduce speed, increase following distance, and be extra vigilant.

Country roads often have higher speed limits, less traffic, and curves. Be mindful of these differences and drive appropriately.

Intersections are high-risk areas. Be extra cautious, use mirrors, and check for oncoming traffic or pedestrians.

Traffic lights indicate who has right-of-way. Always yield to vehicles that have the green light.

Give way to those already in the roundabout. Use your indicator to signal the exit you're taking.

Park in designated areas and obey signs. Avoid parking in restricted zones or blocking traffic.

If an emergency vehicle (police, ambulance, firetruck) approaches, pull over to the left and stop. Allow them to pass.

Slow down and be extra vigilant in school zones, typically marked with signs. Children are unpredictable.