3 questions

Alertness & Attitude

The vehicle behind you is following too closely (tailgating). What is the safest response?

  • a.Ignore your mirrors
  • b.Speed up to get away from them
  • c.Ease off gently and increase the gap to the vehicle in front✓
  • d.Brake sharply to warn them

Increasing your own following gap gives you and the tailgater more room to stop safely. (Highway Code)

Alertness & Attitude

Using a hand-held mobile phone while driving is what?

  • a.Allowed only on motorways
  • b.Allowed when queuing in traffic
  • c.Illegal whenever you are driving, including when stopped at lights✓
  • d.Allowed below 20 mph

It is illegal to use a hand-held phone at any time while driving, including when stationary in traffic. (Highway Code / RTA)

Alertness & Attitude

To reduce the risk of tiredness on a long journey, what should you do?

  • a.Eat a large meal before driving
  • b.Take a break of at least 15 minutes every 2 hours✓
  • c.Drive faster to arrive sooner
  • d.Open a window and turn up the radio

Regular rest breaks, at least 15 minutes every two hours, help prevent dangerous fatigue. (Highway Code)

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