DKT Test (Traffic Lights and Lanes) #1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When entering a highway, how should you merge with the traffic?
- Watch for a gap and increase your speed to safely merge with the traffic. (Correct answer)
- Stop, then enter the traffic quickly.
- Slow down and force your way into the traffic.
Correct answer: Watch for a gap and increase your speed to safely merge with the traffic.
Explanation: <br> To avoid causing other vehicles to brake, the safest method to enter a highway is to match your speed to that of the traffic you are merging with.
Question 2: You enter a transit lane where the T2 rule is in effect. You have one other passenger in addition to yourself. Is it okay if you stay in the transit lane?
- Yes, you have two people in your car so you can drive in this lane. (Correct answer)
- No, you must exit the transit lane immediately because you only have one passenger.
- Yes, you can remain in the transit lane, but only if you are turning left within 250 meters
Correct answer: Yes, you have two people in your car so you can drive in this lane.
Explanation: <br> You can use the T2 lane if you have two or more people in your vehicle.
Question 3: The traffic lights are green and you want to turn left at this intersection. So, what are your options?
- Move forward slowly, make the left turn and wait behind the car
- Wait behind the stop line until there is room for you to enter the new road. (Correct answer)
- Enter the intersection and sound the horn.
Correct answer: Wait behind the stop line until there is room for you to enter the new road.
Explanation: <br> If there isn't enough room to depart the crossing in your selected lane, you must not enter the intersection.
Question 4: It's 3 a.m. in the morning. There is no other traffic visible. You want to make a right turn. You have the option to:
- Turn right when you have waited one minute.
- Turn right if it is safe to do so.
- Dont turn right while the arrow is red. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Dont turn right while the arrow is red.
Explanation: <br> A red light must not be crossed.
Question 5: As you begin to overtake, the dividing lines front of you become double unbroken lines. So, what are your options?
- Continue to overtake because you started when the line was broken.
- Keep overtaking and cut in front of the other car as soon as possible.
- Do not overtake because you are not permitted to overtake on double lines. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Do not overtake because you are not permitted to overtake on double lines.
Explanation: <br> If the separating lines appear to be doubled and unbroken, you must not overtake.
Question 6: It's early in the morning, and there's no one else on the road. When the traffic lights change from green to yellow, you're approaching an intersection. So, what are your options?
- Keep going.
- Drive through and sound your horn.
- Stop (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Stop
Explanation: <br> Unless stopping abruptly might cause an accident, you should always stop when the lights turn yellow.
Question 7: Temporary traffic lights during road construction:
- Apply to road works vehicles only.
- Are installed to warn motorists of construction works.
- Must be obeyed (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Must be obeyed
Explanation: <br> The traffic lights will control vehicle movements and direct traffic flow where there is just one lane for both traffic lines to offer a safer working environment for road workers.
Question 8: Before changing lanes, be sure to:
- Signal for at least two seconds and quickly change lanes.
- Signal in plenty of time, check your mirrors, and look over your shoulder for other vehicles. (Correct answer)
- Speed up so you are going faster than the traffic in the other lane.
Correct answer: Signal in plenty of time, check your mirrors, and look over your shoulder for other vehicles.
Explanation: <br> Other drivers may begin a maneuver that clashes with yours if you don't signal in time, and if you don't check in your mirrors and over your shoulder, you may miss a vehicle in your blind zone.
Question 9: At the intersection, you should make a left. A continuous edge line runs through the intersection. Is it okay for you to turn around now?
- Yes, you can cross an edge line to turn into or out of a street. (Correct answer)
- Yes, only if you are in a taxi, hire car, bus or you live in that street.
- No, not under any circumstances
Correct answer: Yes, you can cross an edge line to turn into or out of a street.
Explanation: <br> You have the ability to cross an edge line.
Question 10: As you begin to pass, you see that the separating lines up ahead have changed to double, uninterrupted lines. What should you do?
- You cannot overtake on double lines, so refrain from doing so. (Correct answer)
- Keep overtaking, and as soon as you can, move in front of the other vehicle.
- You started when the line was broken, so keep passing.
Correct answer: You cannot overtake on double lines, so refrain from doing so.
Explanation: <br> If you find the separating lines are double and continuous, you are not allowed to pass the other vehicle.
Question 11: At this intersection, you want to make a left turn, and the traffic lights are green. What should you do?
- When there is space for you to enter the new road, wait behind the stop line. (Correct answer)
- Sound the horn as you approach the intersection.
- Move cautiously forward, turn left, and wait behind car A.
Correct answer: When there is space for you to enter the new road, wait behind the stop line.
Explanation: <br> If there is not enough space to exit the crossing in the lane of your choice, you must not enter the intersection.
Question 12: A road segment is identified by two continuous, unbroken dividing lines, as seen in the diagram. When is it acceptable for a car to cross this line?
- If there is no traffic moving in the opposite direction.
- To overtake a slow vehicle up ahead.
- To enter or leave from a driveway or street. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: To enter or leave from a driveway or street.
Explanation: <br> If it is safe to do so, you may cross a double unbroken dividing line to access a driveway or piece of property.
Question 13: Which car, according to the diagram, has to make way?
- Vehicle A.
- Vehicle B. (Correct answer)
- There is no rule requiring either vehicle to give way when merging.
Correct answer: Vehicle B.
Explanation: <br> Vehicle A is ahead of Vehicle B. Vehicle B has to yield.
Question 14: If the path ahead is clear and the road is indicated this way, may you cross the lines to pass the cyclist?
- Yes. (Correct answer)
- No.
- Yes, only if it is one-way traffic.
Correct answer: Yes.
Explanation: <br> Unless you are passing a bike, you must not cross an unbroken dividing line.
Question 15: What exactly does this sign mean?
- You are getting close to a bus-only lane.
- Prepare to halt for a train by driving more slowly.
- For light rail vehicles alone, there is a dedicated lane. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: For light rail vehicles alone, there is a dedicated lane.
Explanation: <br> This lane is designated for light rail vehicles.
Question 16: The traffic lights at the intersection where you are waiting are red. The lights at the intersection become green. You must:
- Wait until the traffic behind you makes you move.
- Before moving forward, double-check the intersection's two sides. (Correct answer)
- Get across the intersection as soon as you can.
Correct answer: Before moving forward, double-check the intersection's two sides.
Explanation: <br> Always double-check your path before departing.
Question 17: WHEN A YELLOW ARROW APPEARS AS YOU ARE ABOUT TO TURN FROM A DEDICATED LEFT TURN LANE, YOU SHOULD:
- Under any circumstances, stop and do not turn.
- Prepare yourself to follow the next signal that you see. (Correct answer)
- Increase your speed to pass through the intersection.
- You have the right-of-way over all vehicles and pedestrians, so make a protected turn.
Correct answer: Prepare yourself to follow the next signal that you see.
Explanation: <br> A yellow arrow indicates that the "protected" turning time period is coming to an end. Be ready to follow any further signals, including the red arrow, green or yellow light.
Question 18: WHY IS A SCHOOL BUS STOPPED AND ITS RED LIGHTS FLASHING?
- If there are no children on the road, you can pass.
- If you are facing the front of the bus, you can proceed.
- If it's on the other side of a split roadway, you can't pass.
- While the red lights are flashing, you cannot pass. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: While the red lights are flashing, you cannot pass.
Explanation: <br> When a school bus has flashing red lights, kids may be getting off and walking across the street. As soon as the lights start flashing, you must stop and stay stopped.
Question 19: WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING MUST YOU OBEY ABOVE THE OTHER THREE?
- A policeman (Correct answer)
- A stop sign
- A flashing red light
- A steady red light
Correct answer: A policeman
Explanation: <br> Traffic officers' instructions take precedence over any signs, signals, or pavement markings. For instance, you must stop if a traffic police signals for you to do so at a green light. You must obey the officer's order to proceed through a stop sign or red light. Police officers, fire police, flaggers in work zones on the highway, and those at school crossings are among those with the authority to guide traffic.
Question 20: IF YOU SEE A GREEN ARROW POINTING LEFT AT THE INTERSECTION, YOU CAN:
- You can go in any direction.
- Turn left or continue straight.
- Make a protected turn left (Correct answer)
- If there are no cars traveling in the opposite direction, only turn left.
Correct answer: Make a protected turn left
Explanation: <br> Green arrows indicate "GO." You must yield to any vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian still at the intersection before turning in the direction of the arrow. You are able to make a "protected" turn by using the green arrow. A red light stops approaching vehicles, bikes, and pedestrians as long as the green arrow is lighted.
DKT Test (Traffic Lights and Lanes) #1
When entering a highway, how should you merge with the traffic?