driving theory + high way code

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Lou Fitz

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what should you do with pedestrians at a zebra crossing?
must give way. they have right of way
what rules apply on a parallel crossing (pedestrians and cyclists) 
give way to both pedestrians and cyclists
where do pedestrians and cyclists have priority?
on a zebra crossing; parallel crossing; light-controlled crossings
when should you give way to pedestrians?
zebra crossing; pedestrians and cyclists on parallel crossing
when should horse riders give way?
give way to pedestrians on zebra crossing and for pedestrians and cyclists on parallel crossings
when should cyclists give way?
shared-use cycle tracks and to horse riders on bridleways.
what is a pelican crossing?
Signal-controlled crossings operated by pedestrians
what is a puffin crossing? 
they do not have a flashing green man/flashing amber signal. The overall crossing time is established each time by on-crossing pedestrian detectors.
what are toucan crossings
They allow cyclists to cross at the same time as pedestrians
what is a staggered pelican/puffin crossing
crossings are not in line and are two separate crossings
where can we find reflective amber studs on the motorway?
on the right hand edge of the road
what colour are reflective studs along the left-hand edge of the motorway?
red
What is a catalytic converter? 
a device fitted to exhaust to reduce emissions
disabled people powered vehicle: what colour should the beacons be? 
amber
what becomes invalid if you drive without an MOT certificate?
vehicle insurance
what is the hard shoulder used for?
Emergencies, breakdowns, pedestrians and cyclists.
When must your vehicle have valid insurance cover?
Before you can tax the vehicle
when can you drive over the pavement 
to gain access to a property
what is the national speed limit on a single carriage way road?
60mph
heavy traffic on a wet road; which lights should you use when there's a lot of surface spray?
dipped headlights
what happens during 'rolling resistance?'
the car will use more fuel due to tyres being under-inflated
what is a running lane?
uses the hard shoulder as an additional lane for traffic unless an incident occurs.
what does a continuous white line at the edge of the road show? 
the edge of a carriageway
why would you fit chains to your wheels?
to prevent skidding in deep snow
travelling at the legal speed limit, what should you do if a vehicle approaches behind you; flashing its headlights?
allow them to overtake
What makes tyres illegal?
If they have any large, deep cuts in the side wall
what should you do to rejoin a carriageway safely (emergency refuge stop)
use the emergency telephone
when is the right hand lane used on a motorway?
when overtaking
whats the minimum depth of tread on the tyres of a trailer?
1.6mm
driving on a motorway and the car in front has its hazard lights on. what does this mean?
traffic ahead is slowing or stopping suddenly
what should you do if car headlights dazzle/startle you?
slow down or stop if possible
what to do if you break down on a level crossing?
leave the vehicle and get everyone clear. then use the railway telephone (if there is one) to tell the signal operator.
when can you overtake when there are two straight white lines on the road?
pass a road maintenance vehicle travelling at 10mph or less
when must a vehicle need its first MOT?
when its 3 years old
whats the national speed limit for cars + motorcycles on the motorway?
70mph
what do the white lines on the centre of the road mean?
hazard ahead
what are the rules concerning vehicle condition?
must ensure it complies with full requirements of Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations and Road Vehicles Lighting Regulations.
what are the recommended breaks for driving?
15 minutes every 2 hours
what is the alcohol limit for driving in England and Wales? 
breath alcohol cannot be higher than 35 micrograms/100 mili-litres
what should you have before setting off?
have a valid license + insurance to drive vehicle and vehicle must be legal and roadworthy.