Ireland Driving Test 29

Question 1

In slippery conditions, should the driver of a tractor use the grass verge to improve road holding?

Accepted Answer

No, using the grass verge should be avoided.

Answer

Only when towing heavy loads.

Answer

Only when towing a trailer.

Answer

Only when not towing a trailer.

Question 2

Why should a tractor be driven more slowly on uneven road surfaces?

Accepted Answer

To avoid severe bouncing.

Answer

To ensure that fuel does not spill from the tank.

Answer

To avoid reduced tyre pressure.

Answer

To reduce noise.

Question 3

Generally, what lighting must a car, tractor or works vehicle have when driving at night?

Accepted Answer

Headlights, front and rear side lights, rear number plate light, red rear reflectors. brake lights and indicators.

Answer

Headlights, brake-lights and indicators.

Answer

Headlights only.

Answer

Headlights and a reversing light.

Question 4

What lights must be shown on a parked car, tractor or works vehicle at night on an unlit public road?

Accepted Answer

At least one side lamp front and rear on the side nearest the centre of the road.

Answer

Tail lights only.

Answer

Dipped head lights.

Answer

At least one side-lamp front and rear on the side nearest the kerb.

Question 5

What danger could be associated with driving a tractor and trailer over a humpbacked bridge?

Accepted Answer

The trailer could become detached.

Answer

The tractor's suspension will smooth out the bump.

Answer

Tail-swing.

Answer

The trailer brakes might engage.

Question 6

What should a driver do before entering a tunnel?

Accepted Answer

Check that the height of the vehicle is suitable for the tunnel.

Answer

Drive close to the vehicle in front to reduce congestion.

Answer

Drive in a lower gear than normal to reduce exhaust pollution.

Answer

Carry the minimum amount of fuel in case of fire.

Question 7

What should a driver do before starting a journey on which they will encounter a tunnel?

Accepted Answer

Check the tunnel height before starting the journey.

Answer

Check the tachograph to find out height of the vehicle.

Answer

Carry extra fuel containers in the cab.

Answer

Disengage the global positioning system.

Question 8

Where should L-plates be displayed on cars?

Accepted Answer

Both front and rear.

Answer

On the rear only.

Answer

On the driver's side only.

Answer

On the front only.

Question 9

When must the holder of a Learner Permit display L-plates on their car?

Accepted Answer

At all times when driving.

Answer

While driving unaccompanied by a qualified driver.

Answer

During the term of the driver's first provisional licence only.

Answer

Only during weekdays.

Question 10

How would a driver calculate the maximum permitted weight of their vehicle?

Accepted Answer

By adding the unladen weight of the vehicle to the load permitted to be carried.

Answer

Refers to the unladen weight of the vehicle.

Answer

Refers to the unladen weight of the vehicle plus the weight of the fuel.

Answer

Refers to the weight of the load which may be carried.