Theory Questions Motorways

Okay you're driving on a three lane motorway. How should you overtake a slow moving lorry in the middle lane if it's showing the sign?

The right-hand lane and overtake the lorry normally. With care and overtake on the left of the Lorry. The Lorry until you can leave the motorway. Approach the lorry, then overtake on either side.

What should you do if it's raining and you're following this lorry on the motorway?

Switch your headlights onto main beam Move into alane that has less spray Allow a two second separation gap Be aware of spray reducing your vision

Which vehicles aren't allowed to use the right hand lane of a three lane motorway?

Motorcycles Motorcycle and sidecar outfits Vehicle towing a trailer Small delivery vans

You're travelling along the motorway. Where would you find a crawler Lane or a climbing lane.

Before a junction Before service area Along the hard shoulder On a steep gradient

Large, slow moving vehicles can hinder the progress of other vehicles. On a steep gradient and extra crawler Lane may be provided for slow moving vehicles to allow faster-moving traffic to flow more easily.

Where are Amber reflective studs found on the motorway?

Between the acceleration lane and the carriageway. Between the hard shoulder and the carriageway. Between each pair of lanes Between the central reservation and the carriageway.

Your vehicle breakdown on the motorway and you need to call for help. Why might it be better to use an emergency roadside telephone rather than a mobile phone?

It connects you to a local garage Mobile phones don't work on motorways Allows easy location by emergency services Using a mobile phone will distract other drivers

Why is it important to make sure use of the slip road as you join the motorway?

To allow you to fit safely into traffic flow in the left-hand lane. Because you can continue on the hard shoulder. To allow you direct access to overtaking lanes Because there is space available to turn round if you need to.

When would you use the right-hand lane on a three lane motorway?

When you're driving above the speed limit When you're turning right When you're trying to say fuel When you're overtaking

You're on a smart motorway. What does it mean when a Red Cross is displayed above the hard shoulder?

Pull up in this lane to answer your mobile phone You shouldn't travel in this lane This lane can be used if you need a rest Use this lane as a running lane

How should you use the lanes on the motorway?

Use the lane that has the least traffic Stay in one lane until you reach your exit Keep to the left hand lane unless you're overtaking Overtake using the lane that's clearest

On a smart motorway, what does this sign mean?

Use all the lanes, including the hard shoulder Use the hard shoulder only Use the three right-hand lanes only Use any line except the hard shoulder

What helps reduce traffic bunching on a motorway?

Lane closures Contraflow systems National speed limits Variable speed limits

Congestion can be reduced by keeping traffic at a constant speed. At busy times, maximum speed limits are displayed on the overhead gantries. These can be varied quickly, depending on the amount of traffic. By keeping to a constant speed on a busy section of motorway, overall journey times are normally improved.