Practice learner permit test : VicRoads

Instructions

There are 32 questions in this Practice Learner Permit Test. Please read each question carefully using the associated diagram if available.

Your answer may only be one of three. (a, b or c). Each letter is located to the left of the possible three answers.

Please answer each question on the Answer sheet provided. Only circle one option.

Actions:

1. Which statement applies to this sign?

a	It is 440 kilometres to Korumburra.
b	Leongatha is a destination along this road.
c	You will reach Poowong if you continue on road B440.

2. Why is it important to scan the road scene when you drive?

a	It will help you stay awake.
b	You are more likely to anticipate potential hazards.
c	You will develop good vehicle control.

3. Which vehicles are allowed to park to the left of this sign?

a	Any vehicle carrying goods
b	Vehicles engaged in construction work in or near the zone
c	Trucks only

4. A tram has stopped at a tram stop. All pedestrians have got off the tram and reached the kerb. The tram has closed its doors. How fast are you allowed to drive past the tram?

a	Up to 10 km/h
b	Up to 20 km/h
c	Up to that road's speed limit

5. You are only allowed to cross over these double yellow lines when

a	the tram has stopped.
b	you are making a U-turn.
c	you have to avoid an obstruction.

6. You are driving vehicle A. The speed limit on this road is 100 km/h. When are you allowed to drive in this lane?

a	At any time
b	When you are overtaking vehicle B
c	When both vehicles are going over 80 km/h

7. Can you be sure of your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) when you drink alcohol?

a	You can be sure if you measure your BAC when you have some alcohol and then always drink the same amount.
b	You can never be sure of your BAC even when you drink the same amount of alcohol.
c	If you only have one can of beer you can be sure your BAC will be below the legal limit.

8. It is 5.00 pm on Monday. You see this sign in your lane. Which of these are you allowed to do?

a	Park your vehicle.
b	Change lanes.
c	Drop off a passenger.

9. You are driving along a road with overhead lane signals. Which lane are you allowed to use?

a	Any lane
b	A lane under a red X
c	Any lane under a green or white arrow

10. When is the surface of a sealed road likely to be most slippery?

a	When it has not rained for weeks
b	When it begins to rain
c	After several hours of rain

11. What should you do when a worker on the road in front of you is holding this sign?

a	Proceed slowly.
b	Proceed at the speed limit.
c	Stop and wait until it is safe to proceed slowly.

12. You are driving on a road where the speed limit is 110 km/h. How can you reduce the amount of fuel you use?

a	Drive at a steady speed of 90 km/h.
b	Drive at a steady speed of 110 km/h.
c	Regularly alternate between speeds of 90 km/h and 110 km/h.

13. You are parallel parking. Parking bays are not marked. How much space must you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front?

a	At least 1 metre
b	At least 2 metres
c	At least 3 metres

14. When are you allowed to drive above the speed limit?

a	When overtaking on a freeway
b	In an emergency
c	Never

15. You are in vehicle A. Vehicle B is driving too closely behind you. What should you do?

a	Speed up.
b	Sound your horn.
c	Maintain a steady speed.

16. When is fatigue likely to be a significant problem for you as a driver?

a	During those times when you are normally asleep
b	After you drink coffee
c	After you fail to take medication

17. Crashes are usually caused because

a	many vehicles are unroadworthy.
b	roads are often in poor condition.
c	drivers make mistakes.

18. Your licence has been cancelled. You are

a	not allowed to drive under any circumstances.
b	allowed to drive only in an emergency.
c	allowed to drive to work if there is no other type of transport available.

19. You are driving vehicle A when a tennis ball rolls onto the road ahead of you. You should

a	immediately brake as hard as possible.
b	swerve into the opposite (oncoming) lane.
c	touch the brakes and prepare to slow down.

20. You are stopped at a railway crossing without gates, booms or flashing lights. A train has just passed. What should you do?

a	Move off quickly so that vehicles behind you are not delayed.
b	Look carefully both ways to check for other trains before moving off.
c	Wait until vehicles are crossing in the other direction before moving off.

21. Who must give way to the pedestrian?

a	Neither vehicle A nor vehicle B
b	Both vehicle A and vehicle B
c	Vehicle B only

22. How should you drive out of a bend in the road?

a	Accelerate a little
b	Slow down a little
c	Continue at the same speed

23. What is one thing you should try if your brakes fail?

a	Quickly apply the handbrake.
b	Pump on the brake pedal hard and fast.
c	Stay in the same gear and sound your horn.

24. You are driving in heavy traffic. Your lane is blocked by a vehicle turning right.

a	Wait until the vehicle turns, then proceed.
b	Sound your horn until the vehicle turns.
c	Try to squeeze past on the footpath on the left of the vehicle.

25. Your vehicle breaks down at the side of the road. What should you do?

a	Turn on your hazard warning lights.
b	Turn on your right indicator.
c	Put your headlights on full beam.

26. What does this sign mean?

a	Vehicles must stop and give way.
b	Pedestrians must stop.
c	Vehicles must stop only when another vehicle is coming.

27. What does this sign warn you about?

a	Pedestrian crossing ahead
b	Railway crossing ahead
c	Traffic intersection ahead

28. Which vehicle must signal to leave the roundabout if practical?

a	Vehicle A only
b	Vehicle B only
c	Both vehicle A and vehicle B

29. Vehicle A is parked. What is the minimum time you must signal before driving out of the parking bay?

a	1 second
b	5 seconds
c	10 seconds

30. Janelle has a P1 probationary licence. She pulls over to the side of the road but does not park her car. What is she NOT allowed to do?

a	Listen to music from the car's stereo.
b	Talk to a passenger in the back seat.
c	Make a call on a hands-free mobile phone.

31. A driving log is useful for you as a learner driver because it

a	enables you to check that you have experienced a wide range of driving conditions.
b	includes facts about giving way to other vehicles on the road.
c	helps you to find which is the best route to take.

32. You are driving vehicle A. What should you do?

a	Give way to vehicle B.
b	Speed up to overtake vehicle B.
c	Flash your headlights.

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