Practice learner permit test

Note: This is not a learner permit or licence

  • Practice Test Ref #: 2244651
  • Date Printed: 25/01/2025

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. You are driving towards a pedestrian crossing. A pedestrian steps onto the crossing without looking. Who is responsible for avoiding a collision?

a It is your responsibility to approach a pedestrian crossing at a speed which will let you avoid a collision.
b It is the pedestrian's responsibility to look before stepping onto the crossing.
c It is your responsibility to stop only if the pedestrian is a child.

2. While driving a 'head check' means

a keep your head still at all times.
b check that you can see behind you in your side mirrors.
c look over your shoulders to see through the rear side windows.

3. What is the correct order for the pedestrian and the vehicles to go across the intersection?

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a The pedestrian, then vehicle A, then vehicle B
b Vehicle A, then vehicle B, then the pedestrian
c Vehicle A, then the pedestrian, then vehicle B

4. You are in vehicle A. Two lanes merge without lane markings. Where should you merge to?

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a In front of vehicle B
b Between vehicles B and C
c Between vehicles C and D

5. Which vehicle is legally parked next to the dividing strip?

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a Vehicle A
b Vehicle B
c Vehicle C

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

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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

7. You are driving vehicle A. You must give way to

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a both vehicle B and vehicle C.
b vehicle B only.
c neither vehicle B nor vehicle C.

8. "You are driving vehicle A. How can you turn safely?"

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a Signal for 30 metres before you turn.
b Slow down, drive past vehicle B, then signal and turn.
c Stop, give way to vehicle B, then signal and turn.

9. A bus is stopped at a bus stop in a built-up area. The bus is indicating right. You see this sign on the back of the bus. What does it mean?

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a You are not allowed to overtake the bus.
b The bus will give way to you if the road narrows.
c You must be prepared to let the bus pull into your lane.

10. 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.

11. When are you allowed to park for longer than one hour to the left of this sign?

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a 4.30 pm Saturday
b 3.30 pm Friday
c 10.00 am Saturday

12. Which statement applies to this sign?

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a You are travelling on road M79.
b You will reach Harcourt before you reach Kyneton.
c The speed limit when driving through Harcourt is 50 km/h.

13. 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

14. You are tired after a day's work, and need to drive a long distance. What should you do?

a Sleep until refreshed before driving.
b Drink coffee and drive immediately.
c Open the windows and turn on the radio before driving.

15. You approach this set of traffic lights. The yellow light is flashing and there are no pedestrians waiting to cross. What should you do?

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a Stop.
b Drive through carefully.
c Wait for a green light.

16. You are driving at 10 km/h below the speed limit on a straight road. You are about two seconds behind the vehicle in front. The only reason for moving closer to the car in front is

a if you are holding up the traffic behind you.
b to pass it when it is safe to do so.
c because your passengers have asked you to do so.

17. The road ahead is clear for both vehicle A and vehicle B. Is overtaking allowed?

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a Only for vehicle A
b Only for vehicle B
c Overtaking is not allowed.

18. You are facing this traffic light. You are allowed to

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a go straight ahead or to turn right.
b go straight ahead but not to turn right.
c turn right but not to turn left.

19. What does this sign mean?

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a You must overtake on the left.
b You must not overtake in the right lane.
c You are only allowed to drive in the right lane when overtaking or when the traffic is congested.

20. It is recommended that a beginning driver's practice session should be

a either 10, 20, 30 minutes or an hour.
b more than one hour.
c no more than 10 minutes.

21. What should you do when a worker on the road in front of you is holding this sign?

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a Proceed slowly.
b Proceed at the speed limit.
c Stop and wait until it is safe to proceed slowly.

22. 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.

23. What does this sign mean?

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a Vehicles must stop and give way.
b Pedestrians must stop.
c Vehicles must stop only when another vehicle is coming.

24. Which vehicle should go first?

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a Vehicle A
b Vehicle B
c Vehicle C

25. You are driving at 100 km/h. What distance are you most likely to cover before you can stop?

a 40 metres
b 80 metres
c 140 metres

26. You are driving in heavy traffic. What is a good way to reduce the amount of fuel you use?

a Accelerate quickly to keep up with the traffic flow.
b Try to avoid bursts of acceleration and deceleration.
c Take your vehicle out of gear as you approach the vehicle in front.

27. How should you drive out of a bend in the road?

a Accelerate a little
b Slow down a little
c Continue at the same speed

28. If you have a tyre blowout, you should

a immediately pull up the hand brake.
b make sure the car is under control before using the brakes.
c take your hands off the steering wheel and allow the car to slow down.

29. You want to park your vehicle. You must NOT park within 20 metres either side of

a an intersection with traffic lights.
b a safety zone.
c a traffic island.

30. 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%

31. 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.

32. When is it advisable to drive more than the usual two seconds behind the vehicle in front?

a At all times
b When the driving conditions are ideal
c When the driving conditions are poor