Practice learner permit test : VicRoads

Instructions

There are 32 questions in this Practice Learner Permit Test. Please read each question carefully using the associated diagram if available.

Your answer may only be one of three. (a, b or c). Each letter is located to the left of the possible three answers.

Please answer each question on the Answer sheet provided. Only circle one option.

Actions:

1. What does this sign mean?

a	You may stop at the kerb as long as you do not get out of your vehicle.
b	You may stop at the kerb for up to two minutes.
c	You must not stop at the kerb.

2. You are driving vehicle A. How should you manage the driving risk in this situation?

a	Slow down so that you can stop if the cyclist crosses the road.
b	Continue because the cyclist must give way to you.
c	Brake heavily to give way to the cyclist.

3. You are parallel parking. Parking bays are not marked. How much space must you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front?

a	At least 1 metre
b	At least 2 metres
c	At least 3 metres

4. Your vehicle breaks down at the side of the road. What should you do?

a	Turn on your hazard warning lights.
b	Turn on your right indicator.
c	Put your headlights on full beam.

5. You are driving on a road where the speed limit is 110 km/h. How can you reduce the amount of fuel you use?

a	Drive at a steady speed of 90 km/h.
b	Drive at a steady speed of 110 km/h.
c	Regularly alternate between speeds of 90 km/h and 110 km/h.

6. You are driving vehicle A when a tennis ball rolls onto the road ahead of you. You should

a	immediately brake as hard as possible.
b	swerve into the opposite (oncoming) lane.
c	touch the brakes and prepare to slow down.

7. "Each of these vehicles is about to turn left at the roundabout. Which vehicle is approaching the roundabout correctly?"

a	Vehicle A only
b	Vehicle B only
c	Both vehicle A and vehicle B

8. What does this road sign indicate?

a	There is a T-intersection ahead.
b	The left lane ends, prepare to move into another lane.
c	Travel slowly if you are in the left lane.

9. Learner drivers with 120 hours of practice decrease their risk of crashing after they get their licence compared to drivers who have less practice. How much is the risk decreased?

a	10%
b	20%
c	30%

10. What is the best advice for learner drivers about driving at night?

a	Don't do it because the crash risk is higher.
b	Practise driving at night with an experienced supervisor.
c	Drive very slowly because the crash risk is higher.

11. Who has the highest risk of crashing?

a	Learner permit drivers
b	P1 probationary licence drivers
c	P2 probationary licence drivers

12. Who must give way to the pedestrian?

a	Neither vehicle A nor vehicle B
b	Both vehicle A and vehicle B
c	Vehicle B only

13. When you see this sign, what should you do?

a	Stop.
b	Slow down and prepare to stop.
c	Sound your horn and continue.

14. You are entering a lane of traffic from the side of the road. How long must you signal with your indicators before you pull out?

a	Up to 2 seconds
b	At least 5 seconds
c	More than 10 seconds

15. Which statement applies to this sign?

a	It is 440 kilometres to Korumburra.
b	Leongatha is a destination along this road.
c	You will reach Poowong if you continue on road B440.

16. Your licence has been cancelled. You are

a	not allowed to drive under any circumstances.
b	allowed to drive only in an emergency.
c	allowed to drive to work if there is no other type of transport available.

17. What is the speed limit on roads without speed limit signs outside built-up areas in Victoria?

a	60 km/h
b	80 km/h
c	100 km/h

18. Which vehicle is NOT allowed to make a U-turn?

a	Vehicle A
b	Vehicle B
c	Vehicle C

19. Which vehicle must give way?

a	Vehicle A
b	Vehicle B
c	The vehicle that gets to the intersection last

20. What can you do about blind spots when you drive?

a	Set up your rear view mirrors so there are no blind spots.
b	Know where your blind spots are and do a head check regularly.
c	Have your eyesight checked regularly.

21. You are driving while very tired. You suddenly realise you cannot remember the last few kilometres of road. You should

a	open a window and keep driving.
b	drive faster to frighten yourself into staying awake.
c	pull over and sleep.

22. You are driving in heavy traffic. Your lane is blocked by a vehicle turning right.

a	Wait until the vehicle turns, then proceed.
b	Sound your horn until the vehicle turns.
c	Try to squeeze past on the footpath on the left of the vehicle.

23. You are approaching a railway crossing. A railway employee is signalling you to stop. You cannot see any trains coming. What should you do?

a	Stop.
b	Slow down and drive carefully across.
c	Sound your horn and drive across as quickly as possible.

24. Can you be sure of your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) when you drink alcohol?

a	You can be sure if you measure your BAC when you have some alcohol and then always drink the same amount.
b	You can never be sure of your BAC even when you drink the same amount of alcohol.
c	If you only have one can of beer you can be sure your BAC will be below the legal limit.

25. It is said that driving is like playing sport. This is because sport and driving both

a	involve physical effort.
b	need a lot of practice.
c	are competitive.

26. In which of these situations are you allowed to drive in a bus lane?

a	When you plan to turn left in less than 100 metres
b	When the traffic in other lanes has stopped moving
c	When making a three point turn

27. This sign indicates

a	a bend in the road.
b	a slippery road surface.
c	a bumpy road.

28. It is 5.00 pm on Monday. You see this sign in your lane. Which of these are you allowed to do?

a	Park your vehicle.
b	Change lanes.
c	Drop off a passenger.

29. You are stopped at a railway crossing without gates, booms or flashing lights. A train has just passed. What should you do?

a	Move off quickly so that vehicles behind you are not delayed.
b	Look carefully both ways to check for other trains before moving off.
c	Wait until vehicles are crossing in the other direction before moving off.

30. You are driving in a tunnel and your engine starts to make strange noises. What should you do?

a	Stop in the emergency lane.
b	Try to drive out of the tunnel.
c	Turn off your headlights.

31. You are driving in this position when the tram slows down and stops at a tram stop. What should you do?

a	Stop.
b	Continue driving slowly, watching for pedestrians.
c	Move to the left of the lane and drive at 10 km/h.

32. When is the surface of a sealed road likely to be most slippery?

a	When it has not rained for weeks
b	When it begins to rain
c	After several hours of rain

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