RTT - Riding Theory Rules of the Road Questions and Answers — Questions and Answers
Question 1: You are riding in the left lane of a multi-lane road and wish to turn right at an upcoming junction. What is the correct procedure to follow?
- Signal your intention early, check your mirrors and blind spot, then filter across the lanes one at a time when it is safe to do so. (Correct answer)
- Accelerate quickly and move across all lanes at once to minimize time spent in other vehicles' paths.
- Wait until you reach the junction, then signal and turn right from the left lane.
- Follow a car that is also turning right and use it as a shield while changing lanes.
Correct answer: Signal your intention early, check your mirrors and blind spot, then filter across the lanes one at a time when it is safe to do so.
The correct and safe procedure for changing multiple lanes is to do it progressively. You must signal your intention early to inform other road users, check mirrors and blind spots for each lane change, and only move over when it is safe, treating each lane as a separate maneuver.
Question 2: When approaching a junction with traffic lights that are out of order and flashing an amber light, what should a motorcyclist do?
- Proceed with caution and be prepared to stop and give way to traffic on the major road or from the right. (Correct answer)
- Stop completely before the junction and only proceed when another driver waves you on.
- Continue at the same speed as the traffic light is faulty, and you have the right of way.
- Increase speed to clear the junction as quickly as possible to avoid causing an obstruction.
Correct answer: Proceed with caution and be prepared to stop and give way to traffic on the major road or from the right.
When traffic lights are flashing amber, they are considered out of order. Riders must slow down, treat the junction as an uncontrolled one, and be prepared to stop and give way to traffic as required, typically to those on the major road or vehicles approaching from the right.
Question 3: Which of the following is a mandatory piece of safety equipment for a pillion rider in Singapore?
- High-visibility jacket
- Riding gloves
- An approved safety helmet (Correct answer)
- Sturdy, closed-toe boots
Correct answer: An approved safety helmet
According to Singapore's road traffic rules, it is a legal requirement for both the rider and the pillion rider to wear an approved safety helmet that conforms to the specified standards (e.g., SS9:2014). The other items are recommended but not legally mandatory.
Question 4: You are riding behind a large lorry. Which action is most important for ensuring your safety?
- Riding very close to the lorry's rear to stay out of the wind.
- Frequently changing your lane position to see around the lorry.
- Turning on your high beam headlight to make sure the lorry driver sees you.
- Increasing your following distance to stay out of the lorry's large blind spots and to see the road ahead. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Increasing your following distance to stay out of the lorry's large blind spots and to see the road ahead.
Heavy vehicles like lorries have large blind spots directly behind them. Maintaining a significant following distance (e.g., a four-second rule) allows you to see the road ahead and ensures the lorry driver can see you in their mirrors. Riding too close is extremely dangerous.
Question 5: While riding on a wet road, especially during the first 20-30 minutes of rainfall, you should:
- Maintain your normal speed but avoid sudden braking.
- Ride on the painted road markings as they offer better grip.
- Increase speed to get through the slippery conditions faster.
- Reduce speed and increase your following distance significantly. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Reduce speed and increase your following distance significantly.
The initial period of rainfall is particularly dangerous because the water mixes with oil, grease, and dirt on the road surface, creating a very slippery film. Riders must reduce speed and increase the distance from the vehicle in front to allow for a much longer stopping distance.
Question 6: When stopping at a traffic light, where is the safest position to stop your motorcycle within the lane?
- In the center of the lane, directly behind the car in front.
- To the far left of the lane, to allow faster traffic to pass.
- Slightly to one side of the lane, in line with the tyre track of the car in front. (Correct answer)
- Directly on the stop line to ensure you are the first to move off.
Correct answer: Slightly to one side of the lane, in line with the tyre track of the car in front.
Stopping slightly to one side (in the left or right wheel track of the vehicle ahead) is the safest position. This makes you more visible to the driver in front and prevents you from being in the center where oil and debris often accumulate. It also provides an escape path if the vehicle behind fails to stop.
RTT - Riding Theory Rules of the Road Questions and Answers
You are riding in the left lane of a multi-lane road and wish to turn right at an upcoming junction.
What is the correct procedure to follow?