Driving In Adverse Weather Conditions

Question 1

When must you use headlights when visibility is reduced?

Answer 1

When you cannot see for more than 100 metres.

Question 2

When should you turn off front and rear fog lights?

Answer 2

When visibility improves

Question 3

How much does stopping distances increase by in wet weather?

Answer 3

They at least double.

Question 4

Why does your stopping distance increase in wet weather?

Answer 4

Tyres have less grip on the road

Question 5

Why should you keep well back from the vehicle in front when driving in wet weather?

Answer 5

It allows you to see and plan ahead if anything unpredictable happens.

Question 6

Why might steering become unresponsive when driving in wet weather?

Answer 6

Water might be preventing the tyres from gripping the road

Question 7

What should you do if your steering becomes unresponsive when driving in wet weather?

Answer 7

Ease off accelerator and slow down gradually.

Question 8

Should you be aware of spilt diesel on the roads?

Answer 8

Yes - make the surface slippery.

Question 9

Should you take extra care around pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, and horse riders when driving in wet conditions?

Answer 9

Yes

Question 10

When can you drive in icy or snowy weather?

Answer 10

Only if the journey is essential

Question 11

What should you take with you when making journeys in snowy or icy weather?

Answer 11

• deicer
• ice scraper
• torch
• warm clothing and boots
• first aid kit
• jump leads
• shovel
• drink and food.

Question 12

Should you allow more time for your journey when travelling in icy or snowy conditions?

Answer 12

Yes

Question 13

Can you drive with snow obstructing your view?

Answer 13

No - you must ensure snow and ice are removed from the windows.

Question 14

Should you make sure that lights are clean when driving in snowy weather?

Answer 14

Yes

Question 15

Must you make sure that number plates are clearly visible when driving in snowy weather?

Answer 15

Yes

Question 16

Should you remove snow from your vehicle which could fall off into the path of other road users?

Answer 16

Yes

Question 17

Should you check your planned route is clear of delays when driving in snowy weather?

Answer 17

Yes

Question 18

How much greater can stopping distances be in snowy weather?

Answer 18

10 times greater

Question 19

Should you take care when overtaking vehicles spreading salt or deicer?

Answer 19

Yes

Question 20

Can you overtake a snow plough?

Answer 20

No unless the lane you intend to use has been cleared.

Question 21

Can road conditions change over relatively short distances when driving in snowy conditions?

Answer 21

Yes

Question 22

Why should you avoid sudden actions when driving in snowy conditions?

Answer 22

It could cause loss of control.

Question 23

Should you drive in a low or high gear when driving in snowy conditions?

Answer 23

High gear

Question 24

Should you drive at a fast or slow speed in snowy conditions?

Answer 24

Slow

Question 25

Should you drive more slowly on bends when driving in snowy conditions?

Answer 25

Yes

Question 26

Should you check your grip on the road surface often when driving in snowy conditions?

Answer 26

Yes

Question 27

How do you check your grip on the road surface when driving in snowy conditions?

Answer 27

Choose a safe place to brake gently. If steering feels unresponsive it may indicate your vehicle is losing grip on the road.

Question 28

Do tyres make noise when travelling on ice?

Answer 28

They make virtually no noise

Question 29

Which vehicles are most affected by windy weather?

Answer 29

High sided vehicles

Question 30

When might strong gusts blow road users off course?

Answer 30

When travelling on open stretched of road exposed to strong crosswinds. Or when passing bridges or gaps in hedges.

Question 31

When might vehicles be affected by turbulence created by large vehicles?

Answer 31

In very windy weather

Question 32

Which road users are affected a lot from turbulence?

Answer 32

Motorcyclists

Question 33

Why should you keep far behind a motorcyclist when they are overtaking a high sided vehicle?

Answer 33

High sided vehicles create turbulence in very windy weather, motorcyclists are particularly affected by this so they may ride off course.

Question 34

What should you do before entering fog?

Answer 34

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Question 35

What should you do if it says fog on a sign but the road is clear?

Answer 35

Be prepared for a bank of fog or patchy fog ahead. Always be prepared

Question 36

Why should you keep safe distances from vehicles in front in fog?

Answer 36

Your visibility is reduced so you may not see where they are. Rear lights can give a false sense of security.

Question 37

Should you drive at a speed which allows you to safely stop your vehicle within the distance which is visible to you?

Answer 37

Yes. Important on motorways and dual carriageways since travelling faster

Question 38

Should you use window wipers and demisters when driving through fog?

Answer 38

Yes

Question 39

Should you be aware of other drivers who arent using headlights?

Answer 39

Yes

Question 40

Should you accelerate if you notice a vehicle getting too close behind you when driving in fog?

Answer 40

No

Question 41

Why is it important to use your brakes to slow down when driving in fog?

Answer 41

To let other road users know that you are slowing down.

Question 42

Can you use front or rear fog lights when visibility is not seriously reduced?

Answer 42

No

Question 43

Why cant you use fog lights when visibility is not reduced?

Answer 43

It may dazzle other road users.

Question 44

Why should you keep your vehicle well ventilated in hot weather?

Answer 44

To avoid drowsiness

Question 45

Could the road surface be slippy if it rains after a dry spell?

Answer 45

Yes

Question 46

What should you do if you are dazzled by bright sunlight?

Answer 46

Slow down and stop if necessary