SA DKT ROAD RULES PRACTICE TEST 01

There’s nothing quite as exciting as getting to drive for the first time. Of course, before you can hit the road in South Australia, you must first pass the written test. This is a test created by the Department of Planning, Transport, and Infrastructure to test the potential driver’s knowledge of driving rules and the ability to recognize road signs.

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South Australia Road Rules Test 1

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If you break down on a freeway, the best thing to do is...?

Walk to the nearest town

Push your vehicle to the next exit

Leave your vehicle if safe to do so

Stay inside your vehicle

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When a sign indicates that you can turn left on a red light, you must...?

Sound your horn before turning

Slow down first

Come to a complete stop first

Maintain your current speed

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At a red traffic light, drivers must not enter a bicycle storage area...?

Unless the light is about to change

Under any circumstances

Unless no cyclists are present

Unless all cyclists are in another lane

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When parking, you should always leave how much space front and back to another parked car?

1 m

1.5 m

2 m

50 cm

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What is the maximum number of demerit points you can incur on your learner's permit before being disqualified?

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You must stop at a yellow light at an intersection unless...?

It is not safe to do so

You can see there’s nothing coming in either direction

You are in a hurry

You can make it across before the light turns red

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If you need to use a bus lane to leave the road, avoid an obstruction or overtake a vehicle turning right, what is the maximum distance you can travel in the bus lane?

100 m

200 m

150 m

250 m

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When approaching a T intersection, which of these has right-of-way?

Whichever vehicles are traveling at highest speed

The largest vehicles

Vehicles on the terminating road

Vehicles on the continuing road

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When leaving a stationary position at the side of the road, you should signal for a least how long before pulling out?

Two seconds

One second

Five seconds

Three seconds

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You are not allowed to park within what distance of train or tram tracks?

10 m

20 m

5 m

15 m

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Which of these is the only permissible reason for driving over a footpath?

Entering or leaving a property

Overtaking a car turning right

Avoiding an obstruction

Accessing a turning less than 50 m ahead

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In which of these circumstances can you use a handheld mobile phone when driving?

None of them

Outside built-up areas

When no other traffic is present

When stopped at traffic lights

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When approaching another vehicle at night, you should date your lights when you get to within which distance of them?

200 m

250 m

150 m

50 m

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When joining a freeway or expressway, you should aim to enter at...?

A higher speed than the traffic

A lower speed than the traffic

The same speed as the traffic

Any of these

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When two lanes merge, which of these has right-of-way?

The vehicle in the left lane

The vehicle ahead

The vehicle behind

The vehicle in the right lane

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Under what circumstances is it acceptable for a person to ride in the back of an open pickup truck?

None

If all of the seats are filled

If they are the only passenger

If they are over 21 years of age

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When being overtaken by another vehicle, you must not...?

Move to the right

Do any of these

Increase your speed

Move out of your lane

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When driving at night, you should always be able to stop within...?

Half the space you should in daylight

Three streetlights

100 m

The distance your headlights can see

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If you change your residential/postal address, you must notify the Registrar of Motor Vehicles of this within...?

28 days

One year

Six months

14 days

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When you are on the road, which of these has precedence over all the others?

Traffic signals

Directions from a police officer

Traffic signs

Handheld signs at roadworks

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If a sign permits angle parking but does not specify an angle, you should park at what angle to the kerb?

55°

45°

65°

90°

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You can use a mobile phone for GPS when driving provided...?

You always keep one hand on the wheel

It is resting in your lap

You only touch it when stopped traffic lights

It is fixed to a cradle

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If you intend to leave a roundabout before you are halfway around, how should you signal?

On your approach to the roundabout

Just after you've left the roundabout

You shouldn't

Just before you leave the roundabout

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At any intersection, you must give way to vehicles...?

Approaching from the right

Approaching from head on

Approaching from behind

Approaching from the left

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You can only make a U-turn if...?

You won’t force any other traffic to come to a complete stop

There is no other traffic within 50 m

You won’t delay other traffic from more than five seconds

You won’t unreasonably obstruct any other traffic

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The Significance and Structure of the Test

Obtaining your Learners Licence in South Australia is vital to becoming a confident and capable driver. The test assesses your knowledge of the road rules and safe driving practices, ensuring you have the foundational understanding required for safe driving. It is composed of multiple-choice questions covering various essential areas of driving theory.

Test Format

The South Australian Learners Licence Test is a computer-based assessment featuring scenarios, road signs, and traffic laws. You’ll be presented with 30 questions in 30 minutes, with a pass mark set at 24 correct answers. The questions are randomized, ensuring no two tests are the same.

Key Areas of Assessment

The test broadly covers topics such as general driving information, the rules of the road, understanding road signs, and how to respond in certain driving situations. The multiple-choice format requires a deep understanding of each topic to choose the correct answer from a series of options.

Study Tips for Success

Diligent preparation is essential to excel in the South Australia Learners Licence Test. Here are several strategies to enhance your study efforts:

Review the Road Rules Handbook: The Handbook is invaluable, providing in-depth explanations of all the rules you’ll be tested on. Make sure to read it thoroughly.
Take Practice Tests: Engage in as many practice tests as possible. These simulate the actual test environment and help familiarize you with the format and types of questions you’ll encounter.
Study Regularly: Instead of cramming, establish a regular study schedule leading up to your test. Consistent, short study sessions are more effective than long, infrequent ones.
Focus on Weak Areas: Pay special attention to areas where you struggle. Reviewing these topics more thoroughly can improve your overall test performance.
Utilize Online Resources: Many online platforms offer study guides, practice questions, and even tutorials. Use these to supplement your preparation.

By following these strategies and dedicating sufficient time to study, you’ll be well-positioned to pass the South Australia Learners Licence Test with flying colors.