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Bahamas Driving Theory Test Practice Questions - Bahamas Driving Theory Examination (Road Traffic Department) Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
In The Bahamas, on which side of the road must you normally drive?
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On the right-hand side
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B
On the left-hand side
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C
In the centre of the road
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D
On whichever side has less traffic
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QUESTION 2 / 25
What is the general speed limit in a built-up settlement or city area in The Bahamas unless signs say otherwise?
Choose one answer below.
A
15 mph
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B
25 mph
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C
40 mph
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D
55 mph
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QUESTION 3 / 25
The prescribed legal limit for alcohol while driving in The Bahamas is which of the following?
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A
80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood
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B
150 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood
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C
Any detectable amount of alcohol (zero tolerance)
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D
200 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood
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QUESTION 4 / 25
How many questions must you answer correctly to pass the Bahamian driving theory examination?
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A
20 out of 40
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B
28 out of 40
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C
32 out of 40
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D
40 out of 40
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QUESTION 5 / 25
A triangular sign with a red border generally tells you what?
Choose one answer below.
A
It gives an order you must obey
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B
It warns you of a hazard ahead
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C
It provides tourist information
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D
It marks the end of a restriction
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QUESTION 6 / 25
A red circular sign generally indicates what?
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A
Something you must not do
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B
Information about a service
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C
A warning of a hazard
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D
The route to a ferry
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QUESTION 7 / 25
When you approach a roundabout in The Bahamas, to whom must you give way?
Choose one answer below.
A
Traffic approaching from your left
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B
Traffic already on the roundabout coming from your right
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C
Any pedestrian on the far side
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D
Vehicles waiting to enter behind you
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What is the minimum age to apply for a learner's permit in The Bahamas?
Choose one answer below.
A
15 years
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B
16 years
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C
17 years
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D
21 years
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QUESTION 9 / 25
A learner's permit in The Bahamas is normally valid for how long?
Choose one answer below.
A
Three months
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B
Six months
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C
One year
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D
Three years
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QUESTION 10 / 25
When must a learner's permit holder be accompanied?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only at night
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B
At all times by a person holding a valid licence for at least two years
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C
Never; a learner may drive alone
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D
Only on highways
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Who must wear a seat belt in a private car in The Bahamas where belts are fitted?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only the driver
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B
Only front-seat occupants
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C
The driver and all occupants
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D
Only passengers under 18
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What does a solid double white or yellow centre line on the road mean?
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A
You may overtake freely
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B
You must not cross or straddle it to overtake
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C
The road ahead is one-way
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D
Parking is permitted on the line
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QUESTION 13 / 25
At a junction controlled by a STOP sign, what must you do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down and proceed if it looks clear
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B
Come to a complete stop, then give way before proceeding
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C
Sound your horn and continue
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D
Stop only if another vehicle is visible
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What does a steady red traffic light mean?
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A
Stop and wait behind the stop line
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B
Proceed with caution
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C
Give way to the right only
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D
Prepare to move off
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QUESTION 15 / 25
An amber (yellow) traffic light shown on its own means what?
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up to clear the junction
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B
Stop unless you are so close that stopping safely is impossible
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C
The lights are out of order
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D
Give way to pedestrians only
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QUESTION 16 / 25
Before changing lanes or turning, what should you do first?
Choose one answer below.
A
Brake hard immediately
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B
Check mirrors and blind spots, then signal in good time
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C
Sound your horn
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D
Switch on your hazard lights
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QUESTION 17 / 25
You wish to turn right from a left-driving road in The Bahamas. Where should you position your vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Close to the left kerb
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B
Toward the centre of the road, just left of the centre line
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C
In the oncoming lane
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D
On the pavement
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What is the safe following distance rule in dry conditions?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stay one car length behind regardless of speed
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B
Keep at least a two-second gap from the vehicle ahead
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C
Always stay within half a second
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D
Tailgate to discourage others from cutting in
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QUESTION 19 / 25
Driving a motor vehicle without valid insurance in The Bahamas is best described as what?
Choose one answer below.
A
Permitted if you drive carefully
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B
An offence that can lead to penalties and the vehicle being impounded
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C
Allowed for vehicles under three years old
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D
Only an issue if you are involved in a crash
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QUESTION 20 / 25
Under the Bahamian demerit system, accumulating how many penalty points within 12 months can lead to licence suspension?
Choose one answer below.
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3 points
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B
6 points
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C
12 points
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D
20 points
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QUESTION 21 / 25
What should you do when you see a pedestrian waiting at a zebra (pedestrian) crossing?
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up to pass before they step out
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B
Be prepared to slow down and stop to let them cross
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C
Sound your horn to make them wait
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D
Ignore them unless they are already in the road
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When are you allowed to park on or near a junction in The Bahamas?
Choose one answer below.
A
At any time if you switch on hazard lights
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B
You should not park where you obstruct a junction or visibility
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C
Only on the corner itself
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D
Whenever there is no yellow line
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What does a circular blue sign with a white arrow usually mean?
Choose one answer below.
A
A hazard warning
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B
A mandatory instruction you must follow, such as the direction to travel
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C
A prohibition
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D
A historic site nearby
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QUESTION 24 / 25
If you are convicted of driving over the legal alcohol limit, what consequences can you face?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only a verbal warning
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B
Fines, disqualification from driving and possible imprisonment
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C
A small administrative fee
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D
Nothing for a first offence
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What is the safest action if your vehicle begins to skid on a wet road?
Choose one answer below.
A
Brake hard and hold the wheel straight
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B
Ease off the accelerator and steer gently in the direction you want to go
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C
Accelerate to regain grip
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D
Pull on the handbrake firmly
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