Lanes Flashcards

You wish to turn left at this intersection and the traffic lights are green. What should you do?

Answer: Wait behind the stop line until there is room for you to enter the new road.

When turning left at a green light, you must always give way to any oncoming traffic or pedestrians already in the intersection. Waiting behind the stop line ensures you do not block the intersection or create a hazard. You should only proceed when it is safe and clear to complete your turn without impeding others.

Temporary traffic lights at road works:

Answer: Must be obeyed.

Temporary traffic lights at road works are installed to regulate traffic flow and ensure safety through construction zones. They carry the same legal authority as permanent traffic lights. All motorists must obey their signals to prevent accidents and maintain order on the road.

When driving on a multi-lane road with a speed limit of more than 80 km\/h, which lane should you choose?

Answer: The left lane unless overtaking.

On multi-lane roads with a speed limit exceeding 80 km/h, the general rule is to keep to the left lane. This allows faster vehicles to overtake safely and maintains smooth traffic flow. The right lane should primarily be used for overtaking other vehicles.

You are waiting at an intersection and the lights are red. The traffic lights change to green. You should:

Answer: Check both sides of the intersection and then proceed.

Even when traffic lights turn green, it is crucial to exercise caution before proceeding. You must always check both sides of the intersection to ensure no other vehicles are running a red light or pedestrians are still crossing. This defensive driving practice helps prevent collisions and ensures safety.

Before changing lanes you should:

Answer: Signal in plenty of time, check your mirrors and look over your shoulder for other vehicles.

Before changing lanes, a thorough safety check is essential to prevent collisions. You must signal your intention in plenty of time to warn other drivers, check your mirrors for approaching vehicles, and perform a head check (look over your shoulder) to identify any vehicles in your blind spots. This comprehensive approach ensures the maneuver is safe.

What should you do when approaching traffic lights which change from green to yellow?

Answer: Stop at the stop line unless you are so close that sudden or sharp braking might cause an accident.

A yellow (amber) traffic light indicates that the signal is about to turn red. Drivers must stop safely before the stop line if they can, to avoid entering the intersection on a red light. However, if stopping suddenly would endanger yourself or other road users (e.g., risk a rear-end collision), it is permissible to proceed with caution.

You are in car marked A. You wish to overtake car marked B. You should:

Answer: Wait behind car B until it moves into the left lane.

The diagram likely shows car B in the right lane, which is typically reserved for overtaking or faster traffic on multi-lane roads. If car B is not overtaking, it should move to the left lane. You should not cross a solid line to overtake, and it's safest to wait for car B to comply with the 'keep left unless overtaking' rule before you proceed.

Which movements shown in the diagram can legally be made by the driver of the purple car?

Answer: O and P only.

Without the specific diagram, this answer implies that movements 'O' and 'P' are permissible according to standard road rules, while 'Q' is not. Typically, 'O' and 'P' would represent legal turns or lane changes permitted by road markings or signs. 'Q' would likely involve an illegal maneuver such as crossing double solid lines or making a prohibited U-turn.

You are approaching the start of a T2 transit lane. You are the only person in the car. You want to turn left at the next intersection 200 metres away. Can you travel in the transit lane at this point?

Answer: No, because you can only travel in the transit lane if the intersection you are turning left at is within 100 metres.

Transit lanes (like T2) have specific rules for their use, including conditions for turning. While you might be allowed to use a transit lane for a short distance to prepare for a turn, there is typically a maximum distance specified (e.g., 100 meters). Driving 200 meters in the transit lane before your turn exceeds this common limit, making it illegal.

As you approach a set of traffic lights at an intersection, they change from green to yellow (amber). You must:

Answer: Stop before the lights, unless you are so close that sudden braking might cause an accident.

A yellow (amber) traffic light signifies that the signal is about to change to red. Drivers are required to stop safely before the stop line or intersection if they can do so without causing an accident. Only if stopping abruptly would create a dangerous situation should a driver proceed through the intersection with extreme caution.

When driving in traffic lanes (as shown in the diagram), you may change your lane:

Answer: Only when it is safe to do so.

Changing lanes is a maneuver that requires careful judgment and must only be executed when it is completely safe to do so. This involves checking mirrors, blind spots, signalling your intention, and ensuring there is sufficient space and no risk to other road users. Prioritizing safety over speed or convenience is paramount.

As you approach an intersection with traffic lights, the yellow light turns to red. You must:

Answer: Stop and wait for the green light.

When a traffic light turns red, it is a clear instruction to stop your vehicle completely. You must stop before the stop line or intersection and remain stationary until the light changes to green. Proceeding through a red light is illegal, extremely dangerous, and can lead to severe collisions.

Looking at the diagram, which vehicle must give way?

Answer: Vehicle B.

In a merging situation, the vehicle whose lane is ending (Vehicle B, merging into Vehicle A's lane) must give way to traffic already in the lane it is merging into. Vehicle B is responsible for finding a safe gap and adjusting its speed to merge smoothly and safely without disrupting the flow of traffic in Vehicle A's lane.

You approach an intersection showing a red light and the sign shown. You wish to turn left. You must:

Answer: Stop and turn left only if it is safe.

A 'TURN LEFT AT ANY TIME WITH CARE' sign displayed with a red light allows you to turn left, but only after coming to a complete stop. You must then give way to all other traffic, including pedestrians, before safely completing your turn. It is not a free pass to turn without stopping or checking for hazards.

Double unbroken dividing lines are marked on a roadway. You may:

Answer: Cross them to turn into a driveway or property, if it is safe to do so.

Double unbroken dividing lines generally prohibit crossing them for overtaking or making U-turns, as they indicate a high-risk area. However, a common exception in many jurisdictions is that you are permitted to cross these lines to enter or leave a driveway or property, provided it is safe and does not impede other traffic.

How should you merge with traffic when entering a motorway?

Answer: Watch for a gap and increase your speed to safely merge with the traffic.

When entering a motorway, you should use the on-ramp to accelerate and match the speed of the traffic already on the main carriageway. Look for a safe gap, signal your intention, and smoothly merge into the traffic flow without stopping or forcing your way. This ensures a safe and efficient transition onto the motorway.

It is 3 o'clock in the morning. You cannot see any other traffic. You want to turn right. You may:

Answer: Not turn right while the arrow is red.

A red arrow traffic light specifically prohibits turning in the direction the arrow points. Regardless of the time of day or the absence of other traffic, you must obey the traffic signal. You cannot turn right until the red arrow changes to a green arrow or a solid green light.

At traffic lights what is meant when a red light appears?

Answer: Stop, wait behind the stop line until the lights change to green.

A red traffic light is a mandatory instruction to stop your vehicle. You must come to a complete stop behind the stop line and wait patiently until the traffic lights change to green. Proceeding on a red light is illegal and extremely dangerous, risking collisions with cross-traffic or pedestrians.

You drive into a transit lane where the T2 rule applies. You have one passenger plus yourself. Are you permitted to remain in the transit lane?

Answer: Yes, you have two people in your car so you can drive in this lane.

A T2 transit lane requires vehicles to have a minimum of two occupants. Since you have yourself and one passenger, your vehicle contains two people, meeting the minimum occupancy requirement for a T2 lane. Therefore, you are legally permitted to drive in this lane.

These lights mean that you:

Answer: Can turn left, but not go straight ahead.

This question refers to a specific traffic light configuration, likely a green left arrow with a red circle light. A green arrow indicates that you may proceed only in the direction of the arrow (left turn). A red circle light means you must stop for all other movements, such as going straight ahead.