Take ADI Part 1 Practice Questions - Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) Part 1 Theory Test Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

When turning into a side road, which road user should an instructor expect the driver to give priority to if they are crossing or waiting to cross the road being entered?

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ATraffic behind the car✓BPedestrians at the junction✓CDrivers waiting in the side road✓DCyclists only if they dismount✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

On a dry road, what minimum time gap should normally be left between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead?

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AOne second✓BTwo seconds✓CFour seconds✓DTen seconds✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Before signalling or changing direction, what routine should a pupil be taught to use?

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ASignal first so others know the intention, then check mirrors✓BCheck mirrors, assess the situation, signal if it will help, then manoeuvre✓CBrake sharply, signal, and look over the right shoulder✓DMove position first, then signal if anyone reacts✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

A learner intends to turn right at a standard roundabout. Which approach is normally correct unless signs or markings show otherwise?

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AUse the left lane and signal left on approach✓BUse the right lane, signal right on approach, then signal left after passing the exit before the one required✓CUse either lane without signalling until leaving✓DDrive around the outside of the roundabout to keep away from faster traffic✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When may a driver normally use the hard shoulder on a motorway?

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ATo overtake slow-moving traffic✓BTo stop in an emergency or when directed by signs or authorised personnel✓CTo take a mobile phone call✓DTo rest when tired if the services are full✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

On a narrow road with parked vehicles on your side, what is the safest general approach when meeting oncoming traffic?

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AAccelerate through the gap before the oncoming vehicle arrives✓BGive way if the obstruction is on your side and only proceed when there is enough space✓CDrive halfway into the gap so the other driver must stop✓DSound the horn continuously until the road is clear✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

On a clear dual carriageway, what lane should a driver normally use when not overtaking or preparing for a right turn?

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AThe right-hand lane✓BThe lane nearest the central reservation✓CThe left-hand lane✓DAny lane if the speed limit is being obeyed✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

What is the national speed limit for a car on a single carriageway road, unless signs show a lower limit?

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A40 mph✓B50 mph✓C60 mph✓D70 mph✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Why should an instructor discourage pupils from waving pedestrians across the road?

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AIt is illegal to make any hand signal to pedestrians✓BThe pedestrian may rely on the signal without checking for other traffic✓CIt always gives the pedestrian legal priority✓DIt makes the vehicle's brake lights stop working✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

What should a driver do before opening a door into a road where cyclists may be passing?

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AOpen it quickly so the cyclist can see the movement✓BCheck mirrors and blind spots, opening the door only when it is safe✓CRely on the cyclist to leave a large gap✓DUse the horn before opening the door✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

How should a driver adjust following distance in wet weather compared with dry conditions?

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AKeep the same gap because ABS will compensate✓BLeave at least twice the normal stopping distance✓CMove closer so spray is reduced✓DBrake later because tyres are cooler✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

At an unmarked crossroads where no signs or signals give priority, what should a pupil be taught?

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ATraffic from the right always has priority✓BNo driver has automatic priority; approach cautiously and be prepared to give way✓CThe fastest road has priority✓DThe vehicle that arrives first may proceed without further checks✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

When may a driver enter a box junction?

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AWhenever the traffic lights are green✓BOnly when the exit road or lane is clear, except when waiting to turn right and blocked by oncoming traffic✓CIf the vehicle ahead is moving slowly✓DWhen the driver can stop fully inside the yellow box✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

A driver sees a bus lane sign showing times of operation. What should the driver understand?

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AThe lane is always closed to all vehicles except buses✓BThe sign controls when the bus lane restriction applies✓CCars may use the lane at any time if no bus is present✓DThe times apply only on motorways✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

What is the safest response when an emergency vehicle approaches from behind with blue lights and siren?

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AMount the kerb immediately to clear the lane✓BStay legal and safe while making space where possible✓CEnter a bus lane or ignore a red light if needed✓DBrake hard in the lane to let it pass✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When joining a motorway from a slip road, what should a learner normally aim to do?

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AStop at the end of the slip road until a large gap appears✓BMatch speed with traffic in lane one, use mirrors and signals, and merge into a safe gap✓CMove straight to the middle lane to avoid lorries✓DUse the hard shoulder until the traffic slows✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Which use of the horn is correct?

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ATo warn another road user of your presence✓BTo show annoyance at a slow driver✓CTo tell a pedestrian to hurry across✓DTo greet someone in a built-up area late at night✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

On a one-way street with marked lanes, which lane should a driver usually choose for turning right?

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AThe left-hand lane✓BThe lane nearest the right-hand side unless signs or markings say otherwise✓CAny lane because all traffic travels one way✓DThe bus lane if it is empty✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

What should a driver do when planning to overtake a cyclist on a 30 mph road?

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APass as close as possible to avoid crossing the centre line✓BLeave plenty of room, typically at least 1.5 metres where safe✓CSound the horn and pass immediately✓DOvertake only if the cyclist waves the driver past✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

What should a driver do when turning across the path of cyclists going straight ahead?

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ATurn first because motor vehicles have priority✓BGive way and do not cut across the cyclist's path✓CFlash headlights so the cyclist stops✓DMove close to the kerb to block the cyclist from passing✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

On a road with a contraflow cycle lane, what should a pupil be particularly alert for?

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ACyclists travelling in the opposite direction to the main traffic flow✓BOnly buses travelling against the flow✓CVehicles may ignore all one-way signs✓DCyclists are not permitted to use the lane at junctions✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When approaching a zebra crossing where someone is waiting on the pavement, what should an instructor expect the driver to do?

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AAccelerate through before the person steps out✓BSlow down and be prepared to stop✓CStop only if the person raises a hand✓DSound the horn as a warning✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Why is it especially important to check mirrors before reducing speed?

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AIt confirms the speedometer is accurate✓BIt helps the driver judge how following traffic may be affected✓CIt removes the need to signal✓DIt allows the driver to brake harder✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

A driver is passing a horse and rider on a rural road. Which approach best follows current Highway Code advice?

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APass slowly and wide, allowing at least 2 metres where possible and keeping speed very low✓BRev the engine so the horse knows the vehicle is there✓CPass close to reduce the time spent alongside✓DWait for the rider to dismount before passing✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

A pupil wants to overtake a long vehicle that is signalling left but positioned towards the right before a turn. What is the best coaching point?

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AOvertake on the left because the signal is left✓BHold back because the vehicle may need extra room to turn✓COvertake on the right because it is positioned right✓DSound the horn and pass quickly✓