Rules of the road · part 5 of 45
K53 rules of the road questions and answers (part 5)
15 practice questions for the South African K53 learner's licence test. Try each one first, then open the answer to see why it is correct.
61 May you drive with only parking lights illuminated?
- No, parking lights alone are not sufficient while driving
- Yes, in a suburb
- Yes, below 30 km/h
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Answer A: No, parking lights alone are not sufficient while driving
Dip main beams for approaching traffic and when following another vehicle. Do not drive using only parking lights. Fog lamps are for poor visibility caused by fog, mist, snow, dust or smoke, not for ordinary clear-weather driving.
Memory tip: Use the right lights without dazzling others.
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62 When may fitted fog lamps be used?
- Whenever you want the vehicle to look brighter
- In poor visibility caused by fog, mist, snow, dust or smoke
- Only in bright sunshine
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Answer B: In poor visibility caused by fog, mist, snow, dust or smoke
Dip main beams for approaching traffic and when following another vehicle. Do not drive using only parking lights. Fog lamps are for poor visibility caused by fog, mist, snow, dust or smoke, not for ordinary clear-weather driving.
Memory tip: Use the right lights without dazzling others.
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63 What should you do with main beams when oncoming traffic approaches?
- Dip them
- Turn all lights off
- Point them upwards
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Answer A: Dip them
Dip main beams for approaching traffic and when following another vehicle. Do not drive using only parking lights. Fog lamps are for poor visibility caused by fog, mist, snow, dust or smoke, not for ordinary clear-weather driving.
Memory tip: Use the right lights without dazzling others.
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64 May a bulky object block your view through the windscreen?
- No, the driver needs a clear view
- Yes, if mirrors are fitted
- Yes, during daylight
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Answer A: No, the driver needs a clear view
You need a clear view ahead and to both sides, and mirrors that show traffic behind. A windscreen must provide enough visibility for safe driving. Wipers must clear the outside of the windscreen directly in front of the driver adequately.
Memory tip: If you cannot see clearly, you cannot drive safely.
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65 What is the purpose of rear-view mirrors?
- To provide a view of traffic behind
- To replace looking ahead
- To show your speed
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Answer A: To provide a view of traffic behind
You need a clear view ahead and to both sides, and mirrors that show traffic behind. A windscreen must provide enough visibility for safe driving. Wipers must clear the outside of the windscreen directly in front of the driver adequately.
Memory tip: If you cannot see clearly, you cannot drive safely.
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66 Which part of the windscreen must a wiper clear adequately?
- Only the inside surface
- Only the passenger side
- The outside directly in front of the driver
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Answer C: The outside directly in front of the driver
You need a clear view ahead and to both sides, and mirrors that show traffic behind. A windscreen must provide enough visibility for safe driving. Wipers must clear the outside of the windscreen directly in front of the driver adequately.
Memory tip: If you cannot see clearly, you cannot drive safely.
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67 What is the main safety requirement for a windscreen?
- Enough visibility for safe driving
- A decorative strip across the whole view
- A dark tint at all times
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Answer A: Enough visibility for safe driving
You need a clear view ahead and to both sides, and mirrors that show traffic behind. A windscreen must provide enough visibility for safe driving. Wipers must clear the outside of the windscreen directly in front of the driver adequately.
Memory tip: If you cannot see clearly, you cannot drive safely.
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68 When should you use a vehicle’s horn?
- To greet a friend
- To express annoyance
- When necessary for safety
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Answer C: When necessary for safety
Use the horn only when needed for safety. Give immediate right of way to emergency vehicles sounding a siren and displaying emergency warning lights. Make room safely rather than creating a new hazard.
Memory tip: Warnings protect people; they are not a greeting.
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69 An ambulance approaches using its siren and emergency lights. What must you do?
- Race ahead of it
- Follow closely behind it
- Give way safely and promptly
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Answer C: Give way safely and promptly
Use the horn only when needed for safety. Give immediate right of way to emergency vehicles sounding a siren and displaying emergency warning lights. Make room safely rather than creating a new hazard.
Memory tip: Warnings protect people; they are not a greeting.
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70 May a private vehicle use a musical warning device as its horn?
- Yes, on weekends
- No, the manual prohibits such warning devices
- Yes, for entertainment
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Answer B: No, the manual prohibits such warning devices
Use the horn only when needed for safety. Give immediate right of way to emergency vehicles sounding a siren and displaying emergency warning lights. Make room safely rather than creating a new hazard.
Memory tip: Warnings protect people; they are not a greeting.
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71 Is sounding the horn a substitute for checking whether it is safe to proceed?
- Yes, if you sound it twice
- Yes, at a junction
- No, check and proceed only when safe
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Answer C: No, check and proceed only when safe
Use the horn only when needed for safety. Give immediate right of way to emergency vehicles sounding a siren and displaying emergency warning lights. Make room safely rather than creating a new hazard.
Memory tip: Warnings protect people; they are not a greeting.
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72 May exhaust fumes leak into the passenger compartment?
- No, the exhaust must be maintained to prevent this
- Yes, on a short trip
- Yes, with a window open
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Answer A: No, the exhaust must be maintained to prevent this
Exhaust gases must not leak into the cab or passenger compartment. Fuel equipment must not be defective or a source of danger. Wiring and the battery must be correctly installed and insulated. Switch the engine off before refuelling.
Memory tip: Prevent fumes, leaks and ignition hazards.
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73 What should you do with the engine while fuel is being put into the tank?
- Switch it off
- Leave it idling
- Rev it gently
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Answer A: Switch it off
Exhaust gases must not leak into the cab or passenger compartment. Fuel equipment must not be defective or a source of danger. Wiring and the battery must be correctly installed and insulated. Switch the engine off before refuelling.
Memory tip: Prevent fumes, leaks and ignition hazards.
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74 May a vehicle be used with a defective fuel tank that creates danger?
- Yes, if fuel is cheap
- No
- Yes, if the trip is under five kilometres
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Answer B: No
Exhaust gases must not leak into the cab or passenger compartment. Fuel equipment must not be defective or a source of danger. Wiring and the battery must be correctly installed and insulated. Switch the engine off before refuelling.
Memory tip: Prevent fumes, leaks and ignition hazards.
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75 How must electrical wiring and the battery be maintained?
- Properly installed, insulated and safe
- Uncovered near fuel lines
- Loose so they are easy to remove
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Answer A: Properly installed, insulated and safe
Exhaust gases must not leak into the cab or passenger compartment. Fuel equipment must not be defective or a source of danger. Wiring and the battery must be correctly installed and insulated. Switch the engine off before refuelling.
Memory tip: Prevent fumes, leaks and ignition hazards.
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These are original practice questions, not official test questions. Always confirm requirements with your driving licence testing centre.