Singapore Basic Theory Test (BTT) — All Questions

A safe following distance behind the vehicle in front is best judged by:

• a.Matching the car's colour
• b.Following as close as possible
• c.Staying one metre behind
• d.Keeping at least a two-to-three second gap, increased in wet weather✓

Leave at least a two-second gap in good conditions and more when the road is wet or visibility is poor. (Basic Theory of Driving, following distance)

When you drive near a motorcyclist you should remember that they:

• a.Are easy to see at all times
• b.Are more vulnerable and can be hidden in your blind spot✓
• c.Must always give way to cars
• d.Can be ignored in traffic

Motorcyclists are less visible and less protected; check blind spots and give them room. (Basic Theory of Driving, sharing the road)

A new (probationary) driver in Singapore must:

• a.Drive only at night
• b.Carry a passenger at all times
• c.Display probation (P) plates at the front and rear of the vehicle✓
• d.Never use expressways

During the probation period a new driver must display a triangular probation plate at the front and rear. (Basic Theory of Driving, probationary drivers)

When you intend to overtake, you should:

• a.Overtake without signalling
• b.Overtake on a bend
• c.Overtake on the left at all times
• d.Only overtake on the right when it is safe, with a clear road ahead✓

Overtake on the right where safe, with clear visibility and no oncoming hazard, then return to the left. (Basic Theory of Driving, overtaking)