Motorway rules theory test questions

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  1. Motorway rules

    A passenger asks you to let them out on a motorway verge near a path. There is no emergency. How should you respond?

    • Stop on the verge if the passenger can leave quickly
    • Stop on the hard shoulder with your hazard lights on
    • Continue without setting the passenger down Right
    • Use an emergency area to let the passenger out

    The right answer is C: Continue without setting the passenger down

    WhyYou must not pick up or set down anyone on a motorway except in an emergency.

    Source: The Highway Code, rule 272

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  2. Motorway rules

    You see a motorway overhead signal showing 60 inside a red circle. What does this mean?

    • 60 mph is advised but not compulsory
    • The limit applies only to goods vehicles
    • You must not exceed 60 mph Right
    • You must drive at least 60 mph

    The right answer is C: You must not exceed 60 mph

    WhyA speed limit shown inside a red circle is mandatory, so you must not exceed it.

    Source: The Highway Code, rule 261, Know Your Traffic Signs: Motorway signals and variable signs

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  3. Motorway rules

    On a motorway with three or more lanes, which vehicle is normally banned from the right-hand lane?

    • A solo car
    • A car towing a trailer Right
    • A motorcycle over 500 cc
    • A car carrying four passengers

    The right answer is B: A car towing a trailer

    WhyVehicles towing trailers must not use the right-hand lane where there are 3 or more lanes, except in prescribed cases.

    Source: The Highway Code, rule 265

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  4. Motorway rules

    A sign on a motorway shows red flashing lights and the closure of all lanes. What must you do?

    • Drive past slowly in the left-hand lane
    • Stop and not go beyond the sign in any lane Right
    • Use the hard shoulder to get past the closure
    • Turn around and drive back along the motorway

    The right answer is B: Stop and not go beyond the sign in any lane

    WhyDo not pass an all-lanes closure sign or use the hard shoulder unless a police or traffic officer directs you.

    Source: The Highway Code, rule 258

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What this topic covers

This topic brings together joining, travelling on and leaving motorways. Use each question to think about lane choices, other traffic and planning the next part of your journey.

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Sources

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  1. Know Your Traffic Signs: Motorway signs, signals and road markings, GOV.UK
  2. The Highway Code: Motorways (253 to 274), GOV.UK

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