{ "source": "Original MyLevel practice questions for the Irish Driver Theory Test (category BW, car), written from the Road Safety Authority's Rules of the Road, rsa.ie, theorytest.ie and ncts.ie. The RSA question bank is sold as a book and app and is not a free public pool, so these are not RSA or Prometric questions. MyLevel is independent and not affiliated with the Road Safety Authority (RSA) or Prometric.", "rules": { "questions": 40, "passMark": 35, "minutes": 45, "note": "Official format of the Driver Theory Test for category BW (car, tractor and work vehicles) and AM (moped and motorcycle): 40 questions chosen at random from the RSA question bank, pass with 35 correct (at most 5 wrong), 45 minutes, EUR 45 per test, at a theory test centre. The pass certificate is valid for 2 years for a first learner permit. Since 1 November 2026 you must be at least 15 on the test day. Car and motorcycle are separate tests (BW and AM). Our mock exam uses the same numbers (40 questions, 35 to pass, 45 minutes) with text-only questions with 4 options and one right answer; pictures, road sign images and video hazard clips are not simulated. Always check current rules and fees on theorytest.ie and rsa.ie. MyLevel is not affiliated with the RSA (not affiliated).", "sources": [ "https://theorytest.ie/general-information/faqs/", "https://theorytest.ie/book-your-theory-test/driver-theory-test-car-or-bike/", "https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/get-qualified/license-type-b", "https://www.rsa.ie/docs/default-source/road-safety/rules-of-the-road.pdf", "https://www.rsa.ie/services/licensed-drivers/penalty-points/how-it-works", "https://www.ncts.ie/faq/" ], "checked": "2026-11-07" }, "topics": [ { "slug": "licence", "name": "Theory test, learner permit, EDT and N plates" }, { "slug": "speed", "name": "Speed limits and stopping distances" }, { "slug": "driver", "name": "Alcohol, drugs, tiredness, phones and seat belts" }, { "slug": "junctions", "name": "Junctions, roundabouts, lights and priority" }, { "slug": "motorways", "name": "Overtaking, lanes and motorways" }, { "slug": "vulnerable", "name": "Pedestrians, cyclists, children and animals" }, { "slug": "signs", "name": "Signs, road markings, lights and parking" }, { "slug": "vehicle", "name": "Your car: NCT, tyres, discs, child seats and towing" }, { "slug": "points", "name": "Penalty points and fixed charges" }, { "slug": "hazards", "name": "Hazards, weather and emergencies" } ], "questions": [ { "id": "iedtt-001", "topic": "licence", "q": "How many questions are in the Driver Theory Test for a car (category BW)?", "options": [ "100 questions", "50 questions", "40 questions", "30 questions" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "The BW (car, tractor and work vehicle) and AM (motorcycle/moped) theory tests each have 40 questions (theorytest.ie FAQ).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-002", "topic": "licence", "q": "How many of the 40 questions must you answer correctly to pass the car theory test?", "options": [ "38", "32", "30", "35" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "The pass mark for the AM and BW Driver Theory Test is 35 out of 40, so you can get at most 5 wrong (theorytest.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-003", "topic": "licence", "q": "How long do you have to complete the 40-question car theory test?", "options": [ "30 minutes", "45 minutes", "40 minutes", "60 minutes" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "The AM and BW tests allow 45 minutes for 40 questions (theorytest.ie FAQ).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-004", "topic": "licence", "q": "With 40 questions and a pass mark of 35, how many questions can you get wrong and still pass?", "options": [ "6", "4", "8", "5" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "40 minus 35 leaves 5 questions you may get wrong.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-005", "topic": "licence", "q": "For how long is a Driver Theory Test pass certificate valid for a first learner permit application?", "options": [ "2 years from the test date", "1 year from the test date", "It never expires", "6 months from the test date" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "The certificate is valid for 2 years; if you do not use it for a first learner permit in that time you must sit and pay for the test again (theorytest.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-006", "topic": "licence", "q": "Since 1 November 2026, what is the minimum age on the day of the Driver Theory Test?", "options": [ "15 years old", "16 years old", "14 years old", "17 years old" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "From 1 November 2026 candidates must be at least 15 on the date of their test appointment (theorytest.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-007", "topic": "licence", "q": "Which theory test category do you book if you want a learner permit for a car?", "options": [ "ADI (driving instructor)", "AM (moped, motorcycle and car together)", "CD (bus and truck)", "BW (car, tractor and work vehicles)" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "The car theory test is booked as category BW; motorcycles and mopeds use the separate AM test (theorytest.ie).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-008", "topic": "licence", "q": "What must you have passed before you can apply for your first learner permit for a car?", "options": [ "An eyesight test at a Garda station", "The Driver Theory Test", "Your first EDT lesson", "The NCT" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "For category B you must pass the theory test before applying for a learner permit (rsa.ie, licence type B).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-009", "topic": "licence", "q": "A learner driver of a car must be accompanied by someone who...", "options": [ "is a family member over 21 with any type of licence, even a learner one", "has held a full licence for that category for at least 2 years", "is over 18 and holds any learner permit", "has held a full licence for at least 6 months" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "The accompanying driver must have held a full licence in the same category for at least 2 continuous years (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-010", "topic": "licence", "q": "Can a novice driver (N plates) act as the accompanying driver for a learner?", "options": [ "Yes, if they are over 21", "No, novice drivers may not accompany learners", "Yes, but only on roads under 60 km/h", "Yes, if they have held their licence for a year" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "The Rules of the Road say novice drivers may not act as accompanying drivers.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-011", "topic": "licence", "q": "How many Essential Driver Training (EDT) lessons must a first-time car learner normally complete?", "options": [ "10 one-hour lessons", "12 one-hour lessons", "6 one-hour lessons", "20 one-hour lessons" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "EDT for category B is 12 one-hour sessions with an Approved Driving Instructor (6 if you qualify for reduced EDT) (rsa.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-012", "topic": "licence", "q": "Who may give your Essential Driver Training (EDT) lessons?", "options": [ "A Garda at a test centre", "Any driver who has held a full licence for 2 years", "An Approved Driving Instructor (ADI)", "Your accompanying driver" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "EDT must be taken with an RSA Approved Driving Instructor, who records the lessons in your logbook.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-013", "topic": "licence", "q": "How long must a first-time car learner hold the learner permit before taking the driving test?", "options": [ "There is no minimum", "At least 6 months", "At least 3 months", "At least 1 year" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "First-time learners in categories A, A1, A2, AM, B and W must wait six months from the permit start date (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-014", "topic": "licence", "q": "Where must a learner car driver display L plates?", "options": [ "Only on the front windscreen", "Only on the rear window", "Nowhere, if accompanied", "Front and rear of the car" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Learners (except category W) must display L plates; on a car they go on the front and rear so others can see them.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-015", "topic": "licence", "q": "On which roads may a learner permit holder NOT drive a car?", "options": [ "Dual carriageways", "Roads with a 100 km/h limit", "National roads", "Motorways" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "A learner permit does not allow driving on motorways; a full licence does (rsa.ie, Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-016", "topic": "licence", "q": "With a learner permit for a car (category B), may you tow a trailer?", "options": [ "Yes, up to 750 kg", "Yes, but only off-peak", "Yes, if the accompanying driver has a full BE licence", "No, learners in category B may not tow a trailer" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "The Rules of the Road say learners must not tow trailers in categories B, C, C1, D or D1.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-017", "topic": "licence", "q": "For how long after getting your first full licence must you display N plates?", "options": [ "1 year", "2 years", "Until you are 25", "3 years" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Novice drivers display N plates for 2 years from their first full licence (rsa.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-018", "topic": "licence", "q": "You pass the driving test. What should you do to drive without L plates and an accompanying driver?", "options": [ "Nothing, the pass is enough", "Ask a Garda to sign your permit", "Book a second EDT course", "Apply for your full licence with the certificate of competency" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "After passing you get a certificate of competency, valid for up to 2 years, and you apply for the full licence with the NDLS (rsa.ie).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-019", "topic": "licence", "q": "For how many years is a full car driving licence normally valid?", "options": [ "10 years", "For life", "3 years", "5 years" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Full licences for cars and motorcycles are normally valid for 10 years (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-020", "topic": "licence", "q": "A car learner drives alone without an accompanying driver. Which is true?", "options": [ "It is only a warning the first time", "It is allowed on quiet local roads", "It is an offence with penalty points, and the car can be detained", "It is allowed if the learner has 6 months' EDT" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Driving unaccompanied is an offence that carries a fine and penalty points, and Gardaí can detain the vehicle; the owner who allows it can also be prosecuted.", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-021", "topic": "licence", "q": "What do the questions in the theory test cover besides the Rules of the Road?", "options": [ "Irish history and geography", "Risk perception, eco-driving and hazard awareness", "Engine repair and mechanics", "Only road signs" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "rsa.ie says the theory test covers the Rules of the Road, risk perception, eco-driving, hazard awareness and safe driving behaviour.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-022", "topic": "licence", "q": "You fail the theory test. How many more times may you take it?", "options": [ "Only once more", "There is no limit on attempts", "Three times in total", "Twice more within the next 12 months" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "theorytest.ie says there is no limit on attempts; it advises waiting at least 3 business days before re-sitting.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-023", "topic": "speed", "q": "What is the general speed limit on an Irish motorway?", "options": [ "100 km/h", "110 km/h", "130 km/h", "120 km/h" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "The motorway limit is 120 km/h unless signs show a lower limit.", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-024", "topic": "speed", "q": "Since February 2025, what is the default speed limit on most rural local roads (L roads)?", "options": [ "80 km/h", "60 km/h", "100 km/h", "50 km/h" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "The default limit on most rural local roads fell from 80 km/h to 60 km/h on 7 February 2025.", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-025", "topic": "speed", "q": "In what unit are speed limits shown on Irish road signs?", "options": [ "Miles per hour", "Metres per second", "Miles per hour on N roads", "Kilometres per hour" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Ireland has used km/h on speed limit signs since 2005, so check that your speedometer reads in km/h.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-026", "topic": "speed", "q": "What does a speed limit sign tell you?", "options": [ "The minimum speed you must keep in good weather", "The average speed of traffic", "The speed you must drive at", "The maximum speed allowed, not a target" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "A limit is the most you may drive; you must go slower when the road, weather or traffic require it.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-027", "topic": "speed", "q": "What is the maximum speed for a car towing a trailer, even where the road limit is higher?", "options": [ "80 km/h", "60 km/h", "90 km/h", "100 km/h" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Vehicles towing a trailer are limited to 80 km/h (RSA speed limits by vehicle).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-028", "topic": "speed", "q": "What is the 'two-second rule'?", "options": [ "Check your mirrors every two seconds", "Look left and right at each junction for two full seconds", "Leave at least a two-second gap to the vehicle in front", "Signal for two seconds before turning" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Pick a fixed point; you should not reach it until at least two seconds after the vehicle ahead has passed it.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-029", "topic": "speed", "q": "On a wet road, how big should your following gap be compared with a dry road?", "options": [ "At least double", "The same", "Half", "One second more" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Stopping distances are much longer in the wet, so double the gap to at least four seconds.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-030", "topic": "speed", "q": "You double your speed from 50 km/h to 100 km/h. Roughly what happens to your braking distance?", "options": [ "It becomes about three times longer", "It doubles", "It becomes about four times longer", "It stays the same" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Braking distance grows with the square of speed: double the speed gives about 2 x 2 = 4 times the braking distance.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-031", "topic": "speed", "q": "At 100 km/h, about how far does your car travel in one second before you even touch the brake?", "options": [ "About 50 metres", "About 100 metres", "About 10 metres", "About 28 metres" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "100 km/h is 100,000 m per 3,600 s, about 27.8 m per second, all covered while you react.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-032", "topic": "speed", "q": "Overall stopping distance is made up of...", "options": [ "The gap to the car ahead", "Braking distance only", "Reaction distance plus braking distance", "Tyre grip, engine power and the weight of the car" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "You travel a reaction distance while you notice and react, then a braking distance until the car stops.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-033", "topic": "speed", "q": "Which of these increases your overall stopping distance the most?", "options": [ "Using dipped headlights", "Driving faster on a wet or icy road", "Having a full tank of fuel and a passenger", "Driving with the radio off" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Higher speed and low grip both lengthen stopping distance; together they multiply it.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-034", "topic": "speed", "q": "You should always be able to stop...", "options": [ "within the two-second gap only", "before the next junction", "within the distance you can see to be clear", "within 50 metres" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "The Rules of the Road say drive so that you can stop within the distance you can see to be clear.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-035", "topic": "speed", "q": "On a narrow country road with high hedges you see a sign for 60 km/h. What is the right speed?", "options": [ "Whatever the car behind wants", "At least 50 km/h to keep traffic moving", "Exactly 60 km/h", "Slow enough to stop within the distance you can see" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "The limit is a maximum; on a narrow, twisty road with poor view you often need to go much slower.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-036", "topic": "speed", "q": "A driver behind is tailgating you. What should you do?", "options": [ "Wave them past, even if it is on a bend", "Brake sharply to warn them", "Speed up to get away from them quickly", "Ease off gently to increase your gap ahead" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "A bigger gap in front gives you time to brake gently, which protects you from the driver behind.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-037", "topic": "speed", "q": "A sign shows a speed limit in a red circle with the word 'Slow Zone' or a 30 in a housing estate. What does it mean?", "options": [ "It applies only to trucks", "It is advice only", "A lower limit applies there; do not exceed it", "It applies only at school times" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Lower limits such as 30 km/h are set by councils for estates and town centres and are legal limits, not advice.", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-038", "topic": "speed", "q": "What speed limit applies to a learner driver on a national road with a 100 km/h limit?", "options": [ "A maximum of 60 km/h", "A maximum of 80 km/h", "The same posted limit as other drivers", "Learners may not use any national road at all" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "There is no special lower speed limit for learners; they may not use motorways but must keep to the posted limits elsewhere.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-039", "topic": "driver", "q": "What is the drink-driving limit for learner and novice drivers in Ireland?", "options": [ "Zero, any trace is an offence", "20 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood", "80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood", "50 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Learner, novice and professional drivers have a limit of 20 mg per 100 ml of blood (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-040", "topic": "driver", "q": "What is the drink-driving limit for a fully licensed car driver who is not a professional driver?", "options": [ "100 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood", "80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood", "50 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood", "20 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "The general limit is 50 mg per 100 ml of blood; learners, novices and professional drivers have 20 mg.", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-041", "topic": "driver", "q": "How long does the body take to get rid of alcohol?", "options": [ "Hours, and nothing speeds it up", "It is gone after a meal", "About 20 minutes per drink with coffee", "A cold shower clears it" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "The liver breaks alcohol down slowly; coffee, food or fresh air do not speed it up, so you can still be over the limit the next morning.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-042", "topic": "driver", "q": "You had several drinks late last night. What is true the next morning?", "options": [ "Only the night of drinking counts", "You are always fine after sleeping", "You are fine after a big breakfast", "You may still be over the limit" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Alcohol can stay in your blood well into the next morning; the Gardaí test at morning checkpoints too.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-043", "topic": "driver", "q": "Can the Gardaí test a driver for drugs at the roadside?", "options": [ "Only after a crash with injuries", "Only with the driver's written consent", "Yes, with a preliminary drug test", "No, only alcohol can be tested" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Gardaí can carry out preliminary roadside drug testing; driving impaired by drugs is an offence.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-044", "topic": "driver", "q": "Your doctor prescribes a medicine that may cause drowsiness. What should you do?", "options": [ "Check with the doctor or pharmacist before driving", "Drive, as prescribed medicines are always allowed by law", "Drink coffee and drive", "Drive only on motorways" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Legal medicines can impair driving; it is still an offence to drive while impaired by them.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-045", "topic": "driver", "q": "You feel sleepy on a long drive. What does the RSA advise?", "options": [ "Open the window and keep going", "Stop safely, drink coffee and take a 15-minute nap", "Turn the radio up loud", "Drive faster to get home sooner" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "The RSA advises stopping, taking about two cups of coffee and a 15-minute nap; open windows and loud music do not work.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-046", "topic": "driver", "q": "May you hold a mobile phone while driving?", "options": [ "Yes, while stopped at traffic lights or in a queue", "Yes, to read a text quickly", "No, holding a phone while driving is an offence", "Yes, if you are under 50 km/h" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Using a hand-held phone while driving is an offence with a fixed charge and penalty points (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-047", "topic": "driver", "q": "What happens if you are caught texting or emailing while driving?", "options": [ "A compulsory court appearance", "A fine paid at the roadside only", "Only a warning letter", "Only one penalty point" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Texting while driving means a court appearance and a court-set fine; repeat offences can lead to prison (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-048", "topic": "driver", "q": "What does the RSA say about hands-free phone calls while driving?", "options": [ "They still distract you; avoid calls while driving", "They are only a problem for learners", "They are completely safe", "They are required on motorways" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "The RSA advises against calls even hands-free, because your attention is on the conversation and not the road.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-049", "topic": "driver", "q": "Who is responsible for making sure a 15-year-old passenger wears a seat belt?", "options": [ "The passenger only", "The driver", "The passenger's parent, even if not in the car", "Nobody, at 15 it is optional" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "The driver must make sure passengers under 17 wear a belt or use a suitable child restraint (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-050", "topic": "driver", "q": "Which passengers must wear a seat belt where one is fitted?", "options": [ "Only the front passengers", "Everyone in the vehicle, front and rear", "Only on motorways", "Only children under 17 years of age in the back" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Seat belts must be worn in front and rear seats where fitted; it is an offence with penalty points not to.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-051", "topic": "driver", "q": "You are angry after an argument. What is the safest choice before driving?", "options": [ "Drive, but with the radio loud", "Wait until you are calm", "Drive fast to clear your head", "Drive and phone a friend to talk it through" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Strong emotions make you take risks and react worse; wait before you drive.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-052", "topic": "driver", "q": "Another driver makes a mistake that frightens you. What should you do?", "options": [ "Flash your lights and sound the horn repeatedly", "Stay calm and let it go", "Overtake and brake in front of them", "Follow them closely to make a point" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Reacting aggressively creates danger; give them room and carry on calmly.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-053", "topic": "junctions", "q": "On which side of the road do you drive in Ireland?", "options": [ "The right", "The centre on rural roads", "The left", "Either, on wide roads" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Ireland drives on the left; keep left unless overtaking or turning right.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-054", "topic": "junctions", "q": "Approaching a roundabout, to whom do you normally give way?", "options": [ "Traffic coming from your left", "Traffic coming from your right", "Nobody, if you are going straight", "Traffic behind you" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Give way to traffic already on the roundabout, which comes from your right.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-055", "topic": "junctions", "q": "In which direction do you travel around an Irish roundabout?", "options": [ "Anti-clockwise", "Clockwise (turning left onto it)", "Whichever way gives the shorter route", "Clockwise only at night" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "You enter by turning left and go round clockwise (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-056", "topic": "junctions", "q": "When may you enter a yellow box junction?", "options": [ "When your exit is clear, or you are turning right and only oncoming traffic stops you", "Only when the box is completely empty of markings", "Whenever the light is green", "Whenever traffic is moving slowly" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Do not enter the box unless you can clear it; the exception is a right turn held up only by oncoming traffic.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-057", "topic": "junctions", "q": "What does a STOP sign at a junction require?", "options": [ "Stop only if traffic is coming from the right", "Slow down and go if clear", "Sound the horn and go", "Stop fully at the line, then go when safe" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "At a STOP sign you must come to a complete stop at the stop line, even if the road looks clear.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-058", "topic": "junctions", "q": "At a junction with a YIELD (give way) sign and broken lines, what must you do?", "options": [ "Give way to traffic on the major road", "Give way only to trucks", "Always stop completely", "Go first because you are already turning" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Yield means let traffic on the major road go first; you stop only if needed.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-059", "topic": "junctions", "q": "Traffic lights in Ireland change in which order?", "options": [ "Green, red, amber, green", "Red, amber, green, amber, red", "Green, amber, red, then green again", "Green, amber, red, red and amber, green" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Irish lights go green, amber, red and back to green; there is no red-and-amber phase (RSA).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-060", "topic": "junctions", "q": "The traffic light turns amber as you approach. What should you do?", "options": [ "Treat it like green", "Speed up to get through", "Always stop, even if you must brake hard", "Stop, unless you are so close that stopping would be unsafe" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Amber means stop at the line, unless you are already so close that stopping could cause a crash.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-061", "topic": "junctions", "q": "A green filter arrow shows next to a red light. What does it mean?", "options": [ "You must stop and wait for the full green light to come on", "All traffic may go", "Only buses may go", "You may go in the direction of the arrow if it is safe" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "A green arrow lets traffic go in that direction even while the main light is red, if the way is clear.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-062", "topic": "junctions", "q": "A Garda signals you to stop although your light is green. What do you do?", "options": [ "Follow the green light", "Ignore it unless it is night", "Sound your horn and go", "Obey the Garda" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Signals from a Garda override traffic lights and signs.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-063", "topic": "junctions", "q": "You want to turn right from a major road into a side road. Where should you position your car?", "options": [ "In the middle of the opposite lane", "On the far left of the road", "Just left of the centre line, signalling right", "On the hard shoulder" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Position near the centre of the road, signal right, and wait for a safe gap in oncoming traffic.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-064", "topic": "junctions", "q": "Is it allowed to reverse from a minor road onto a major road?", "options": [ "Yes, at night only", "No, it is not allowed", "Yes, if there is no traffic", "Yes, with hazard lights on" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "The Rules of the Road prohibit reversing from a minor road onto a major road.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-065", "topic": "junctions", "q": "When may you make a U-turn?", "options": [ "Only at the exits of a roundabout, after signalling right", "Only on motorways", "Only where it is safe and not banned by signs or markings", "Anywhere, if you signal" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "U-turns are allowed only when completely safe and not prohibited by a sign or continuous line.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-066", "topic": "junctions", "q": "At a junction where you cannot see clearly because of parked cars, what should you do?", "options": [ "Sound the horn and go", "Edge forward slowly until you can see", "Wait until the parked cars in front of you leave", "Pull out quickly" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Creep forward carefully so you can see, and be ready to stop.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-067", "topic": "junctions", "q": "An ambulance with blue flashing lights comes up behind you. What should you do?", "options": [ "Drive through a red light to clear the way for it", "Brake sharply in your lane", "Move left and let it pass when it is safe and legal", "Speed up so it can follow" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Give way to emergency vehicles, but do not put yourself or others in danger or break a red light dangerously.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-068", "topic": "junctions", "q": "You are going straight ahead at a roundabout with two lanes. If road markings do not say otherwise, which lane is usually right?", "options": [ "The left lane", "The right lane", "The lane with fewer cars", "Either, and no signal is needed" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Unless markings say otherwise, use the left lane for straight ahead and signal left after passing the exit before yours.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-069", "topic": "junctions", "q": "A pedestrian is already crossing the road you are turning into. What do you do?", "options": [ "Go first because you have a green light", "Drive around them", "Wait and let them cross", "Sound your horn so they hurry" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Pedestrians crossing a road you turn into have priority; wait for them.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-070", "topic": "motorways", "q": "On which side do you normally overtake in Ireland?", "options": [ "On either side", "On the right", "Only on the hard shoulder", "On the left" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "You normally overtake on the right; overtaking on the left is allowed only in a few cases, such as a car turning right.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-071", "topic": "motorways", "q": "In which situation may you pass another vehicle on the left?", "options": [ "On a bend", "When it is waiting to turn right", "When it drives slowly in the right lane", "When it is a truck" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "You may pass on the left when the vehicle ahead has signalled and is turning right, and there is room.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-072", "topic": "motorways", "q": "Where must you not overtake?", "options": [ "When the road ahead is clear", "On a straight dual carriageway", "On the approach to a junction, bend or hill brow", "Where the white centre line is broken" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Never overtake where you cannot see far enough ahead, such as near junctions, bends, dips and hill brows (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-073", "topic": "motorways", "q": "What does a single continuous white line in the centre of the road mean?", "options": [ "Parking is allowed", "It marks a cycle lane", "You may overtake if it is clear", "Do not cross or straddle it" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "A continuous white centre line must not be crossed or straddled except in an emergency or to enter property.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-074", "topic": "motorways", "q": "A vehicle with a 'LONG VEHICLE' sign is ahead. How long is it at least?", "options": [ "18 metres", "10 metres", "8 metres", "13 metres" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "A LONG VEHICLE sign marks a vehicle at least 13 m long; you need much more room to overtake it (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-075", "topic": "motorways", "q": "On a motorway, which lane should you normally drive in?", "options": [ "The middle lane always", "Any lane you like, as long as you keep to the limit", "The left lane, using the others only to overtake", "The right lane" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Keep left and use the other lanes only to overtake, then move back.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-076", "topic": "motorways", "q": "Which of these may NOT use a motorway?", "options": [ "Trucks and buses of any size", "Learner drivers, cyclists and pedestrians", "Cars towing a trailer", "Motorcycles with an engine over 50 cc" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Learner permit holders, cyclists and pedestrians are among those not allowed on a motorway.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-077", "topic": "motorways", "q": "What colour are motorway direction signs in Ireland?", "options": [ "White", "Blue", "Green", "Brown" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Motorway signs are blue, national road signs are green, regional and local road signs are white.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-078", "topic": "motorways", "q": "What colour are direction signs on national (N) roads?", "options": [ "Blue", "Yellow", "Green", "White" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "National primary and secondary roads use green signs with yellow route numbers.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-079", "topic": "motorways", "q": "When may you stop on the hard shoulder of a motorway?", "options": [ "To make a phone call", "To rest whenever you feel tired", "Only in an emergency or breakdown", "To check a map" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "The hard shoulder is for emergencies only; if you are tired, leave at the next exit or service area.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-080", "topic": "motorways", "q": "Your car breaks down on a motorway. What should you and your passengers do?", "options": [ "Stop on the hard shoulder, get out on the left and wait behind the barrier", "Try to repair it in the right lane", "Stay in the car in the live lane", "Walk on the motorway to the next exit" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Get off the carriageway, switch on hazard lights, leave by the left doors and wait well away from traffic.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-081", "topic": "motorways", "q": "How do you join a motorway from a slip road?", "options": [ "Drive on the hard shoulder until it is clear", "Stop at the end of the slip road and wait", "Build up speed and merge into a safe gap in the left lane", "Go straight into the right lane" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Use the slip road to match the speed of traffic and merge into a gap; do not force your way in.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-082", "topic": "motorways", "q": "You are on the M50 and realise you have just passed the junction you needed. What is the right move?", "options": [ "Make a U-turn at a gap", "Reverse along the hard shoulder", "Stop and wait for a break in traffic", "Go on to the next exit" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Never reverse, stop or turn on a motorway; take the next exit.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-083", "topic": "motorways", "q": "You overtake a cyclist on a road with a 50 km/h limit. How much space should you leave?", "options": [ "At least 30 centimetres", "At least 50 centimetres", "No minimum if you are slow", "At least 1 metre" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Leave at least 1 m in zones up to 50 km/h and at least 1.5 m above 50 km/h (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-084", "topic": "motorways", "q": "You overtake a cyclist on an 80 km/h road. How much space should you leave?", "options": [ "At least 0.5 metres", "At least 1 metre", "At least 3 metres", "At least 1.5 metres" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Above 50 km/h, leave at least 1.5 m when passing a cyclist (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-085", "topic": "motorways", "q": "After overtaking, when should you move back to the left?", "options": [ "Only at the next junction", "When you can see the overtaken vehicle in your rear-view mirror", "After you have signalled left for at least ten full seconds on the road", "Immediately, close in front of it" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Do not cut in; move back when you can see the vehicle you passed in your interior mirror.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-086", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "A pedestrian has stepped onto a zebra crossing. What must you do?", "options": [ "Go on if they are not halfway yet", "Sound the horn and go on", "Drive slowly around them", "Stop and let them cross" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "At a zebra crossing you must give way to pedestrians who are on the crossing.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-087", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "How do you recognise a zebra crossing in Ireland?", "options": [ "A green light for pedestrians only", "Black and white stripes with flashing amber beacons", "Red road surface with no lights", "Yellow zig-zag lines and a stop sign" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Zebra crossings have black and white stripes and flashing amber globes (Belisha beacons).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-088", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "At a pelican crossing the amber light is flashing. What should you do?", "options": [ "Give way to pedestrians on the crossing, then go if clear", "Go, as pedestrians must wait for the green man", "Stop and wait for a green light", "Speed up before it turns red" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Flashing amber means pedestrians on the crossing have priority; drive on only when it is clear.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-089", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "A school warden holds up a 'STOP - Children Crossing' sign. What must you do?", "options": [ "Slow down and go past carefully", "Stop only if children are already crossing", "Stop and wait until the warden signals", "Sound the horn to warn them" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "You must obey the school warden's stop sign.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-090", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "You see a person with a white cane waiting to cross. What should you assume?", "options": [ "They may be blind or partially sighted; give them time", "They are crossing at a light", "They will wait until you pass", "They will see your car" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "A white cane means the person may not see you; be patient and ready to stop.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-091", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "You meet a horse and rider on a narrow road. What should you do?", "options": [ "Flash your lights before passing", "Sound the horn so the horse knows you are there", "Pass close and fast to get it over with", "Slow down, pass wide and quietly, without revving or using the horn" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Horses can panic at noise; pass slowly with plenty of room.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-092", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "A ball rolls into the road from between parked cars. What should you expect?", "options": [ "A dog will follow", "The ball will stop by itself", "A child may run out after it", "Nothing, it is only a ball" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Slow down and be ready to stop: a child often follows a ball.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-093", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "Why should you take extra care near motorcyclists at junctions?", "options": [ "They are small and easy to miss", "They always ride slowly", "They cannot brake quickly", "They must always give way to cars" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Motorcycles are narrow and can be hidden by pillars or other vehicles; look twice.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-094", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "A cyclist ahead looks over their shoulder. What may they be about to do?", "options": [ "Speed up a lot", "Stop at once", "Move out or turn right", "Get off the bike" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "A look back often means the cyclist is about to move out; give them room.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-095", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "You want to turn left. A cyclist is coming up on your inside. What should you do?", "options": [ "Turn quickly in front of the cyclist", "Let the cyclist pass before you turn", "Turn because you signalled first", "Sound your horn and turn" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Check your left mirror and blind spot, and do not cut across a cyclist.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-096", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "You meet a flock of sheep on a rural road. What should you do?", "options": [ "Drive through them slowly but steadily", "Rev your engine so they move off the road", "Stop or go very slowly and let them pass", "Sound the horn to move them" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Animals on the road are unpredictable; follow the herder's signals and stay calm.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-097", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "On a country road at night you see a pedestrian walking ahead. What should you do?", "options": [ "Slow down, dip your lights and give plenty of room", "Sound the horn to warn them", "Pass close and fast", "Keep full beam on so they see you" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Pedestrians on unlit roads are hard to see; give them room and do not dazzle them.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-098", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "A slow tractor ahead has a long queue behind it. What is the safe choice?", "options": [ "Drive very close to push it to the left", "Overtake on the next bend", "Wait for a long, clear straight before overtaking", "Overtake the whole queue at once" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Overtake only where you can see far enough; be patient behind farm machinery.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-099", "topic": "vulnerable", "q": "A bus has stopped at a bus stop and its right indicator flashes. What should you do?", "options": [ "Let it pull out if safe", "Sound the horn", "Pass close on the right", "Speed up to pass it" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Give way to a bus pulling out where it is safe to do so.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-100", "topic": "signs", "q": "What shape and colour are most warning signs in Ireland?", "options": [ "Blue circles", "Green rectangles", "Red triangles", "Yellow diamonds" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Irish warning signs are diamond-shaped and yellow with black symbols.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-101", "topic": "signs", "q": "What kind of sign is a red circle with a number in it?", "options": [ "A regulatory sign, such as a speed limit", "A warning sign", "A tourist sign", "A direction sign showing the road number" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Red circles show rules you must obey, such as speed limits and bans.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-102", "topic": "signs", "q": "What does a double yellow line at the edge of the road mean?", "options": [ "No parking at any time", "No parking at night only", "Parking for 1 hour", "Loading only on Sundays" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Double yellow lines mean no parking at any time.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-103", "topic": "signs", "q": "You see one yellow line along the kerb and a small plate with times on it. What does it mean?", "options": [ "Free parking", "Bus stop", "No parking during the times shown on the plate", "No parking at any time" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "A single yellow line bans parking during the hours shown on an information plate.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-104", "topic": "signs", "q": "How close to a junction may you park?", "options": [ "Not within 1 metre", "Anywhere if your hazard lights are on", "Not within 50 metres", "Not within 5 metres of a junction" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Do not park within 5 metres of a junction, so other drivers can see and turn.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-105", "topic": "signs", "q": "When may you use your fog lights?", "options": [ "At night on unlit roads", "Whenever it rains", "Only in dense fog or falling snow", "In town at night so that you are seen" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Fog lights are allowed only in dense fog or falling snow because they dazzle other drivers (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-106", "topic": "signs", "q": "An oncoming car dazzles you with its lights at night. What should you do?", "options": [ "Close your eyes briefly", "Slow down and look towards the left edge of the road", "Flash full beam back at it", "Speed up to pass it quickly" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Looking at the left verge keeps you on course; slow down or stop if you cannot see.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-107", "topic": "signs", "q": "When must you dip your headlights at night?", "options": [ "When meeting oncoming traffic or following another vehicle", "Only on motorways", "Never on unlit roads", "Only in towns" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Dip your lights so you do not dazzle drivers ahead or coming towards you.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-108", "topic": "signs", "q": "Your car is parked on the road at night. Which lights should you not leave on?", "options": [ "Dipped headlights", "Parking or side lights", "No lights at all are needed", "Hazard lights only" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Do not use dipped headlights when parked; use parking or side lights where needed (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-109", "topic": "signs", "q": "When should you not use your horn in a built-up area?", "options": [ "Only on Sundays and public holidays", "Between 11.30 pm and 7 am, except in an emergency", "Between 9 pm and 9 am", "There are no time limits" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Do not sound your horn in a built-up area at night, except to avoid danger.", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-110", "topic": "signs", "q": "What are hazard warning lights for?", "options": [ "Parking on a double yellow line", "Warning others that your stopped car is a hazard", "Driving in heavy rain", "Thanking another driver" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Use them when stopped and causing a hazard, or briefly on a motorway to warn of a hazard ahead.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-111", "topic": "signs", "q": "At a level crossing the twin red lights start flashing and the alarm sounds just after a train has gone by. What do you do?", "options": [ "Cross quickly before the barrier closes", "Sound the horn and cross", "Stop and wait, even if the train has passed", "Go on if you cannot see a second train" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Flashing red lights mean stop; another train may be coming.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-112", "topic": "signs", "q": "Your car stalls on a level crossing and the alarm sounds. What should you do first?", "options": [ "Try to restart the engine", "Phone for help from inside the car with the doors locked", "Get everyone out and away from the crossing", "Push the car off the crossing" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "People come first: leave the car, then call the railway or emergency number.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-113", "topic": "signs", "q": "What do yellow zig-zag lines outside a school mean?", "options": [ "Do not stop or park there", "Bus lane", "Slow down to 10 km/h there", "Parking for parents only" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Keep the area clear so children can be seen when crossing.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-114", "topic": "signs", "q": "What does a broken yellow line along the edge of a road usually mark?", "options": [ "The edge of the carriageway (the hard shoulder lies beyond it)", "No parking at any time", "A cycle track", "A bus lane" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "A broken yellow line marks the edge of the main road; beyond it is the hard shoulder.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-115", "topic": "signs", "q": "What is a clearway?", "options": [ "A cycle lane", "A road where you may not stop or park during the times shown", "A lane for taxis", "A free car park" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "A clearway sign means no stopping or parking during the hours on the sign, except buses and taxis at stops.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-116", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "What is the minimum legal tyre tread depth for a car in Ireland?", "options": [ "1.6 mm", "3.0 mm", "1.0 mm", "2.0 mm" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "The legal minimum is 1.6 mm across the main tread; the RSA strongly recommends changing at 3 mm.", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-117", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "At what tread depth does the RSA recommend changing car tyres?", "options": [ "1 mm", "5 mm", "3 mm", "1.6 mm" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "1.6 mm is the legal minimum, but braking in the wet gets much worse below 3 mm.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-118", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "When is a car's first NCT due?", "options": [ "At 4 years from first registration", "At 2 years", "At 5 years", "At 3 years" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "The first National Car Test is due on the 4th anniversary of first registration (ncts.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-119", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "How often must a car between 4 and 10 years old pass the NCT?", "options": [ "Every year", "Every 2 years", "Every 3 years", "Every 5 years" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "After the first test at 4 years, cars are tested every 2 years until their 10th anniversary (ncts.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-120", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "How often is a car over 10 years old tested by the NCT?", "options": [ "Never again", "Every 3 years", "Every 2 years", "Every year" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "From the 10th anniversary, the NCT is yearly (ncts.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-121", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "Your car failed the NCT. Within how many days must the re-test be completed?", "options": [ "60 days", "7 days", "90 days", "30 days" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Re-tests must be booked within 21 days and completed within 30 days of the first test, or you pay for a full test again (ncts.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-122", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "Which three discs or certificates must an Irish-registered car display on the windscreen?", "options": [ "Driving licence, tax and parking discs", "Only the NCT disc", "Only the motor tax disc", "Motor tax, insurance and NCT discs" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Irish cars need valid motor tax, insurance and (where due) an NCT certificate, each with a disc on the windscreen.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-123", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "Children under what height and weight must use a child restraint in a car?", "options": [ "Under 150 cm and under 36 kg", "Under 120 cm and under 25 kg", "Under 12 years of age only", "Under 140 cm and under 40 kg" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Children under 150 cm and 36 kg must use an appropriate child restraint (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-124", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "Where must you never fit a rear-facing baby seat?", "options": [ "In the rear middle seat", "In the rear seat behind the driver", "In the front seat with an active passenger airbag", "In any seat with an Isofix point" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "An airbag opening against a rear-facing seat can seriously injure or kill the baby.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-125", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "When choosing a child seat, what should you go by?", "options": [ "The colour of the seat", "The child's weight and height", "The size and age of the car you drive", "The child's age only" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "The RSA says choose by weight and height, not age.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-126", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "How far apart may a towing vehicle and its trailer be?", "options": [ "No more than 10 metres", "No more than 1 metre", "Any distance with a rope", "No more than 4.5 metres" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "The gap between towing vehicle and trailer may be at most 4.5 m (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-127", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "A trailer's maximum weight is over 750 kg. What must it have?", "options": [ "Its own brakes", "A second number plate only", "A yellow light on top", "Nothing extra" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Trailers need brakes if their maximum authorised mass is over 750 kg, or over half the towing vehicle's laden weight.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-128", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "A load sticks out more than 1 metre behind your car. What must you fix to it by day?", "options": [ "A blue light", "An L plate", "A white flag", "A red flag" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Loads overhanging the rear by more than 1 m need a red flag by day and a red light and reflector at night (Rules of the Road).", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-129", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "Which of these helps you use less fuel (eco-driving)?", "options": [ "Keeping an empty roof rack on all year round", "Revving the engine at lights", "Braking late and hard", "Smooth acceleration and early gear changes" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Smooth driving, the right tyre pressure and removing roof racks all cut fuel use.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-130", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "Your tyres are under-inflated. What is the effect?", "options": [ "Worse grip and braking, and higher fuel use", "No effect at all on grip, braking or fuel use", "Shorter stopping distances", "Better grip on wet roads and less wear" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Check tyre pressures regularly, when the tyres are cold.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-131", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "A warning light for the brakes comes on while driving. What should you do?", "options": [ "Keep driving and check at the next NCT", "Stop safely as soon as possible and have the brakes checked", "Ignore it if the brakes still work", "Pump the brakes and go faster" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "A brake warning light can mean a serious fault; do not keep driving on it.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-132", "topic": "vehicle", "q": "Driving without valid insurance in Ireland is...", "options": [ "Allowed on short trips", "A serious offence that can lead to court and disqualification", "Only a problem after a crash", "Allowed if the car has a valid NCT and motor tax" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Every vehicle on a public road must be insured; driving uninsured can mean court, penalty points or a ban and seizure of the car.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-133", "topic": "points", "q": "How many penalty points in 3 years lead to disqualification for a fully licensed driver?", "options": [ "10", "7", "15", "12" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Reaching 12 points within any 3-year period means an automatic disqualification of 6 months (rsa.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-134", "topic": "points", "q": "How many penalty points lead to disqualification for a learner or novice driver?", "options": [ "7", "12", "9", "5" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Learner and novice drivers are disqualified at 7 points (rsa.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-135", "topic": "points", "q": "A full licence holder reaches 12 penalty points. How long is the disqualification?", "options": [ "6 months", "1 full year", "2 years", "1 month" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "12 points in 3 years leads to 6 months off the road (rsa.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-136", "topic": "points", "q": "How long do penalty points stay on your licence record?", "options": [ "3 years", "1 year", "5 years", "2 years" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Penalty points stay on your record for 3 years (rsa.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-137", "topic": "points", "q": "You get a fixed charge notice. How long do you have to pay the standard amount?", "options": [ "56 days", "28 days", "7 days", "14 days" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "You have 28 days to pay the standard fixed charge (rsa.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-138", "topic": "points", "q": "You pay a fixed charge in the second 28-day period. How much do you pay?", "options": [ "The standard amount plus 50%", "The standard amount", "Double the amount", "Nothing extra, but more points" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Paying in the next 28 days costs the standard amount plus 50%; after 56 days the case goes to court (rsa.ie).", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-139", "topic": "points", "q": "A fixed charge is EUR 160. You pay it in the second 28-day period. How much do you pay?", "options": [ "EUR 160", "EUR 240", "EUR 320", "EUR 200" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Plus 50% of 160 is 80, so 160 + 80 = 240.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-140", "topic": "points", "q": "A novice driver already has 4 points and gets 3 more. What happens?", "options": [ "A warning letter only", "An extra EDT lesson", "Nothing until 12 points", "Disqualification, because 7 points is the novice limit" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "4 + 3 = 7, which reaches the 7-point threshold for learners and novices.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-141", "topic": "points", "q": "A learner or novice driver between 20 mg and 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood gets a fixed charge and...", "options": [ "3 penalty points only", "A warning", "A 3-month disqualification", "No penalty at all, as long as it is below 50 mg" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "For learner, novice and professional drivers, 20 to 80 mg means a fixed charge and a 3-month disqualification.", "volatile": true }, { "id": "iedtt-142", "topic": "points", "q": "After being disqualified, what is true of a learner whose disqualification ends?", "options": [ "They must follow all learner rules again before driving", "They automatically get a full licence", "They may drive unaccompanied", "They no longer need L plates" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "A disqualification does not count towards a licence; when it ends, all learner rules still apply.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-143", "topic": "hazards", "q": "What is aquaplaning?", "options": [ "Brakes overheating on a long hill", "Skidding on ice", "The engine flooding with rain", "Tyres losing contact with the road on a film of water" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "On deep water the tyres ride on the water and you lose steering; ease off the accelerator gently and do not brake hard.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-144", "topic": "hazards", "q": "Your steering suddenly feels light on a wet road. What should you do?", "options": [ "Brake hard", "Steer sharply", "Accelerate firmly to regain grip on the wet road surface", "Ease off the accelerator and hold the wheel steady" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Light steering is a sign of aquaplaning; slowing gently lets the tyres grip again.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-145", "topic": "hazards", "q": "In fog, what is the best way to drive?", "options": [ "Slow down, use dipped headlights and keep a bigger gap", "Follow the tail lights ahead closely", "Keep your usual speed", "Use full beam to see further" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Full beam reflects off fog; dipped lights, low speed and a big gap are safer.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-146", "topic": "hazards", "q": "Where is black ice most likely on a cold morning?", "options": [ "Only after heavy snow has fallen during the night", "On busy roads in full sunshine", "In shaded places, on bridges and under trees", "Only on motorways" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Bridges and shaded spots freeze first and stay icy longer.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-147", "topic": "hazards", "q": "Braking distances on ice can be about how much longer than on a dry road?", "options": [ "Up to ten times longer", "About twice as long", "Slightly shorter", "About the same as on a dry road" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "On ice, stopping takes many times longer; drive slowly and gently.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-148", "topic": "hazards", "q": "You come to a flooded road. What should you do?", "options": [ "Follow a truck closely through it", "Drive through in a high gear", "Drive through fast", "Find another route if you cannot be sure of the depth" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Water can be deeper than it looks and can stall the engine or carry the car away.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-149", "topic": "hazards", "q": "After driving through deep water, what should you check?", "options": [ "Your seat belt", "Your brakes, by testing them gently", "Your windscreen wipers", "Your tyre pressures" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Wet brakes work poorly; test them gently at low speed to dry them.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-150", "topic": "hazards", "q": "The sun is low and dazzling you. What should you do?", "options": [ "Use the sun visor and slow down", "Turn on full beam", "Speed up to get out of the glare", "Close one eye and keep going" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Glare can hide pedestrians and cyclists; slow down and use the visor and sunglasses if needed.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-151", "topic": "hazards", "q": "You arrive first at a crash where people are injured. What should you do first?", "options": [ "Drive away to get help later", "Move all the injured people out of their cars at once", "Take photos for social media", "Make the scene safe and call 112 or 999" ], "answer": 3, "explain": "Park safely, switch on hazard lights, warn other traffic and call the emergency services.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-152", "topic": "hazards", "q": "An injured motorcyclist is lying in the road. Should you remove their helmet?", "options": [ "Yes, to check their face", "Only if they ask for water", "No, unless they are not breathing and you must clear the airway", "Yes, always" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Removing a helmet can worsen a neck injury; leave it on unless it is essential.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-153", "topic": "hazards", "q": "You are involved in a collision where nobody is hurt but the other car is damaged. What must you do?", "options": [ "Drive on if the damage is small", "Wait until the other driver leaves", "Stop and give your name, address and insurance details", "Only tell your insurer" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "You must stop and exchange details; if that is not possible, report it to the Gardaí.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-154", "topic": "hazards", "q": "You break down on an ordinary road. Where should you place a warning triangle?", "options": [ "Right next to the car", "On the roof of the car", "Well behind the car, where approaching drivers can see it", "In front of the car" ], "answer": 2, "explain": "Place the triangle far enough behind to give drivers time to react, but not on a motorway hard shoulder where walking is dangerous.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-155", "topic": "hazards", "q": "You are driving and a tyre bursts. What should you do?", "options": [ "Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually", "Steer sharply onto the verge", "Brake hard at once", "Accelerate to keep control" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Hard braking can cause a skid; keep the wheel straight and slow gently.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-156", "topic": "hazards", "q": "What does it mean to 'scan' the road ahead?", "options": [ "Looking far ahead, near and to the sides for hazards", "Looking at your speedometer", "Looking only at the car in front", "Looking only in your mirrors" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "Good observation means looking far and near, and checking mirrors often, so hazards do not surprise you.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-157", "topic": "hazards", "q": "In a long tunnel there is a queue and traffic stops. What should you do?", "options": [ "Leave a big gap, switch on hazard lights and turn off the engine if stopped long", "Drive on the other side", "Get out and walk ahead", "Reverse out of the tunnel" ], "answer": 0, "explain": "A gap lets emergency vehicles through and reduces fire risk; stay in the car unless told otherwise.", "volatile": false }, { "id": "iedtt-158", "topic": "hazards", "q": "Which road users are most at risk on Irish roads in a crash with a car?", "options": [ "People travelling in large cars and jeeps", "Pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists", "Truck drivers", "Bus passengers" ], "answer": 1, "explain": "Vulnerable road users have no protection; the RSA says pedestrians are about 1 in 5 road deaths.", "volatile": false } ] }