Questions and Answers
What does the aim of the book 'Light Vehicle Handbook' focus on?
Provide students with technical information to avoid accidents on the roads
What is the responsibility of a driver upon obtaining a driver's license?
Road traffic in the UAE has decreased.
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What is discussed in Chapter One of the Light Vehicle Handbook?
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What is the purpose of road traffic signs?
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Road markings are used to _____ the rules and regulations enacted from Federal Law.
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Drivers should position their vehicle close to the center-line when turning left on two-way roads.
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What should drivers do when encountering a vehicle coming towards them on the wrong lane?
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What does a straight green light mean?
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When should hazard lights be used?
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At road junctions and intersections not controlled by traffic lights or road markings, priority must be given to vehicles approaching from which direction?
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What is the purpose of flashing amber lights at a pedestrian crossing?
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What rule must be applied when turning left at a crossroads?
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Defensive driving involves predicting risks and avoiding danger.
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Obstructing a crossroads or walkway during a traffic jam is allowed.
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Emergency vehicles are fitted with a rotating, flashing ____________ and sometimes a siren.
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Match the following traffic rules with their descriptions:
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When is it permissible to pass from the right side?
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What are the situations where overtaking is not permissible?
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What is the difference between parking and waiting?
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What should be your basic position in two-way traffic for performing a U-turn?
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What are the things you need to remember when leaving the car for a U-turn?
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What is the action when turning to left?
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What should be your basic positioning on a one-way traffic with several lanes?
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How do you change lane and pass other vehicles on the road?
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How do you behave when driving in a queue inside the city limits?
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What is the correct distance to keep between you and another vehicle?
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What could happen if there is too much acceleration while driving around a bend?
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Braking in a bend can make your vehicle more stable.
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What should you do before entering a bend if vision is restricted?
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How can you assist another road user who wishes to enter your lane?
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You can change lanes only if you can do so safely and without causing any unnecessary hindrance to other road users.
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Why do accidents frequently occur in a queue, traffic jam or other congested conditions?
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In what situations is it permissible to pass from the right side?
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What should you do when changing lanes?
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You can overtake at places where your view of the road is obstructed.
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What should you consider when approaching a junction or intersection?
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Study Notes
Regulating the Roads
- Road traffic in the UAE has increased exponentially, making uniform rules and regulations necessary for road users.
- Traffic laws and road rules have been developed internationally since the early 20th century and are harmonized and approved globally.
- Traffic laws govern road markings, signs, vehicle equipment, and driver behavior in different situations.
- The rules guide road users towards correct behavior and help the police and judiciary determine responsibility in the event of an accident.
Traffic Rules and Regulations
- In the UAE, a set of traffic rules has been incorporated into Federal Law to ensure safe and free-moving traffic.
- Work is in progress to combine Federal Law and traffic rules to align with international and regional rules.
- Knowledge of traffic rules is essential for every driver to avoid breaking them out of carelessness or ignorance and posing a risk to others.
Importance of Traffic Rules
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Traffic rules and regulations are crucial for safe and efficient traffic flow.
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Familiarity with traffic rules is necessary for driving in another country.
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Understanding traffic rules and regulations can help prevent accidents and ensure a safe driving experience.### Road Traffic Signs
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The purpose of road traffic signs is to convey information about the road ahead, warnings, rules, and directions.
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There are four main groups of signs: warning, regulatory, directional, and supplementary signs.
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Warning signs are triangular in shape and yellow in color, indicating potential hazards.
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Regulatory signs are circular in shape and blue in color, giving positive instructions.
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Directional signs are rectangular in shape and provide information about directions and localities.
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Supplementary signs are rectangular in shape and provide additional information to primary signs.
Road Markings
- Road markings are used to qualify and clarify the rules and regulations on the road.
- Markings appear as lines, arrows, studs, symbols, and text messages on the carriageway.
- Broken lines function as recommendations, while continuous lines are prohibitive.
- The more paint, the more important the message.
Basic Positioning
- On two-way traffic roads, vehicles should be driven in the lane furthest to the right as seen from the direction of travel.
- When turning right, drivers should keep their vehicles as close to the right-hand edge of the carriageway as possible.
- When turning left, drivers should keep their vehicles close to the center-line and check the road in both directions before turning.
Oncoming Traffic
- Drivers should always be prepared for unexpected overtaking and sudden meetings with oncoming traffic.
- In situations where visibility is poor, drivers should slow down and increase their following distance.
- Common mistakes include judging the meeting point between two vehicles as being further away than it actually is.
Rules of the Road
- The Left-Hand Rule states that at road junctions and intersections not controlled by traffic lights or road markings, priority must be given to vehicles approaching from the left.
- The Main Road or Priority Road Rule states that drivers must give way to all traffic when entering a primary road, main road, or asphalt road from a gravel road.
- The Turning Rule states that when turning left at a crossroads, drivers must give way to oncoming motor vehicles and pedestrians.
- The Obstruction Rule prohibits obstructing a crossroads or walkway in the event of a traffic jam.
- The Bus Rule gives priority to buses leaving a bus stop in cities or countries with public transport.
Exceptions to the Rules
- Emergency vehicles, such as fire engines, ambulances, or police vehicles on duty, are entitled to violate the traffic rules to reach the scene of an accident as quickly as possible.
- Military vehicles moving in convoy may also receive priority.
Duty towards Unprotected Road Users
- Drivers should respect and show courtesy to pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.
- Controlled pedestrian crossings are defined as all crossings controlled by a police officer or a traffic light.
- Drivers should avoid overtaking cyclists at intersections and keep plenty of space from cyclists.
Order of Traffic Precedence
- When multiple types of instruction are given at once, the order of precedence is: signal given by a police officer, traffic light, traffic sign, and rules of the road.
- Signals given by a police officer or other authorized persons take precedence over all else.### Regulating the Roads
- When a police car behind you flashes its blue and red lights, pull over to the side of the road and stop immediately.
- Give way situations require you to slow down or stop in plenty of time to avoid obstructing or endangering other road users.
- You must give way to:
- Pedestrians who have already stepped onto a pedestrian crossing.
- Oncoming traffic when turning left.
- All vehicles using the carriageway you will enter.
- Giving and receiving signs and signals:
- Give signals in plenty of time and make them clear and unambiguous.
- Do not use your horn in residential areas from midnight to 6:00 am, except to avoid danger from a moving vehicle.
- Hazard lights must only be used in the event of an emergency or accident.
Light Signals
- Traffic lights normally apply to all vehicles.
- Be cautious even when you have a green light.
- Know your lights in the correct order:
- Steady red light means STOP.
- Steady green light means GO.
- Steady amber light means STOP if you can do so safely.
- Continuous flashing amber light serves as a warning and does not regulate the flow of traffic.
Defensive Driving
- Defensive driving enables you to predict risks and avoid danger.
- To drive defensively, you should:
- Always position safely and keep to the correct driving lane.
- Be alert to what is going on around you.
- Drive with active observation.
- Drive at the correct speed.
- Recognise traffic hazards.
- Keep a safe following distance from the vehicle in front of you.
- Brake in good time.
Inside the City Limits
- To avoid accidents, position your car correctly when approaching an intersection with multiple lanes leading to the same direction.
- One-way traffic means you can drive only in one direction.
- Roundabouts:
- Make it easier to enter junctions and intersections in light-traffic areas.
- Vehicles inside the roundabout have priority.
- Signal your intention to leave the roundabout by flashing your right-hand indicator.
Using Your Eyes and Other Senses
- Scanning technique, peripheral vision, and central visual field:
- The central visual field represents the tiny area in focus.
- Peripheral vision enables you to discover things, while the central field of vision enables you to recognize them.
- Visual defects:
- Good visual acuity and an unimpaired visual field are fundamental to correct decisions in complicated traffic situations.
- Visual defects can affect your driving ability.
Lanes
- Queuing and changing lanes:
- Changing lanes can be more dangerous on fast roads.
- Failure to warn other drivers when attempting a lane change can cause accidents.
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A guide for new drivers to promote road safety and avoid accidents. Covers key technical information and responsibilities.