Take DR Congo Driving Theory Test Practice Questions - CONADEP Driving Theory Test - Code de la Route (DR Congo) Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

Under the Congolese Highway Code (Loi n° 78/022 portant Nouveau Code de la Route), on which side of the public carriageway must vehicles normally circulate in DR Congo?

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AOn the right-hand side of the carriageway, as close as safely practicable to the right edge or curb✓BOn the left-hand side of the carriageway, in accordance with Southern African SADC conventions✓CIn the exact middle of the roadway unless another vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction✓DOn whichever lane has the smoothest surface, regardless of the direction of oncoming traffic✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

At an intersection with no traffic lights, police officer, or priority signs, which rule governs the right of way under Congolese traffic law?

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APriority to the right (priorité à droite), requiring drivers to yield to vehicles approaching from their right✓BPriority to the left (priorité à gauche), requiring drivers to yield to vehicles approaching from their left✓CPriority to the largest vehicle, granting heavy trucks right of way over light passenger cars✓DPriority to whichever vehicle reaches the intersection first at the highest speed✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

What is the general statutory maximum speed limit for light passenger motor vehicles inside built-up areas (en agglomération) in DR Congo?

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A60 km/h, unless a lower limit such as 30 km/h or 50 km/h is specifically signposted✓B80 km/h on all multi-lane urban boulevards✓C40 km/h as an absolute maximum on all city streets✓D100 km/h on paved municipal avenues✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Outside built-up areas (hors agglomération) on an ordinary two-way paved road in DR Congo, what is the statutory speed limit for a light motor vehicle?

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A90 km/h✓B80 km/h✓C100 km/h✓D120 km/h✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

On which side must a driver normally execute an overtaking maneuver (dépassement) in DR Congo?

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AOn the left side of the vehicle being overtaken✓BOn the right side of the vehicle being overtaken, using the paved shoulder✓COn whichever side has greater clearance between vehicles✓DOn the right side whenever driving on multi-lane urban avenues✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

In which of the following circumstances is overtaking strictly PROHIBITED under Congolese traffic law?

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ANear a pedestrian crossing, at a blind bend, on a hill crest, and at unsignposted intersections✓BOnly when driving in heavy rain during nighttime hours✓COnly when the vehicle ahead is traveling at exactly the posted speed limit✓DOnly when overtaking commercial trucks carrying agricultural goods✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

If a vehicle ahead is moving slowly and preparing to turn left, how may a following driver safely overtake it?

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AOvertake on the right, provided there is sufficient room on the carriageway without driving onto the sidewalk✓BOvertake on the left by crossing rapidly into the oncoming traffic lane✓CFlash headlights continuously until the leading vehicle aborts its left turn✓DHonk the horn and force past on the left shoulder✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

What is the legal rule regarding the use of a central storage lane (voie de stockage) designated for turning left?

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AA storage lane may only be used to slow down and prepare for a left turn; it must NEVER be used to overtake vehicles ahead✓BDrivers may use the storage lane to accelerate and overtake slow-moving traffic going straight✓CCommercial taxi minibuses may use storage lanes as temporary passenger drop-off zones✓DDrivers may park in the storage lane during peak traffic hours✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

When entering a roundabout (carrefour à sens giratoire) marked with a 'Cédez le passage' sign, who has the right of way?

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AVehicles already circulating on the roundabout ring✓BVehicles entering the roundabout from the right-hand approach road✓CThe vehicle that is traveling at the highest speed upon arrival✓DHeavy transport vehicles, regardless of their position relative to the ring✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

What must a driver do when approaching a traffic police officer (agent de la circulation routière) who has one arm raised vertically?

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ACome to a complete stop; this signal indicates 'Stop' for all road users approaching from all directions✓BProceed with caution if turning right✓CAccelerate to clear the intersection before the officer lowers the arm✓DStop only if driving a commercial heavy goods vehicle✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

What is the meaning when a traffic police officer stands with both arms extended horizontally across the roadway?

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AStop for road users approaching from the front and back of the officer; proceed for users approaching from the sides (in profile)✓BStop for all road users from all directions simultaneously✓CProceed for all vehicles from the front and back; stop for those from the sides✓DAll vehicles must immediately execute a U-turn and vacate the road✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

What is the hierarchy of authority at an intersection governed simultaneously by a traffic officer, traffic lights, and road signs?

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ATraffic officer orders take precedence over traffic lights, road signs, and general traffic rules✓BTraffic light signals take precedence over traffic police officer instructions✓CPermanent road signs take precedence over traffic lights and police officers✓DGeneral priority to the right always overrides police officers and traffic lights✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

What action is required when approaching a steady yellow (amber / feu jaune-orange) traffic light in DR Congo?

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AStop before the stop line, unless the vehicle is so close that stopping safely is impossible without risking a rear-end collision✓BAccelerate immediately to cross the intersection before the red light appears✓CProceed normally without stopping, as yellow is merely an informational light✓DCome to an emergency stop by applying maximum handbrake force immediately✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

What is the meaning of a flashing yellow (feu jaune clignotant) traffic light at an intersection?

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AProceed with caution, respecting priority signs or applying the default priority-to-the-right rule if no signs are present✓BThe road is closed to all traffic and all vehicles must turn back✓CDrivers on all approaches must come to a mandatory 3-second stop before proceeding✓DOnly public transport buses and emergency vehicles may enter the intersection✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Between nightfall and daybreak (entre la tombée et le lever du jour), or whenever visibility is severely reduced, what must a motor vehicle driver do?

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ASwitch on the appropriate vehicle lights (low beam / feux de croisement or high beam / feux de route)✓BSound the horn continuously at every intersection and bend✓CDrive exclusively on the roadway shoulder to avoid oncoming traffic✓DSwitch on hazard warning lights and drive at maximum allowable speed✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When driving with high beams (feux de route) on an unlit road at night, when MUST a driver switch to low beams (feux de croisement)?

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AWhen about to cross an oncoming vehicle or when closely following another vehicle✓BOnly when entering a national park or wildlife reserve✓COnly if the oncoming driver flashes their high beams first✓DHigh beams must never be switched off on unlit rural highways✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

What is the rule regarding the use of the horn (avertisseur sonore) inside built-up areas (en agglomération) in DR Congo?

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AThe horn may only be used to give necessary warnings to avoid an imminent accident✓BThe horn must be sounded before every cross street and driveway✓CThe horn may be used freely to greet acquaintances and alert pedestrians to clear the road✓DThe horn is completely banned under all circumstances in urban areas✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

How must a driver position their vehicle when preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street onto another street?

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ASignal left, check mirrors and blind spots, and position the vehicle close to the centerline without encroaching on oncoming traffic✓BMove to the far right shoulder and turn sharply across both lanes✓CStop in the center of the intersection and honk until oncoming traffic stops✓DAccelerate in front of oncoming vehicles to complete the turn quickly✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

When two vehicles approach each other on a narrow mountain road or steep gradient where passing is impossible, which vehicle must normally yield or reverse?

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AThe descending vehicle must yield and reverse if necessary, because the ascending vehicle has greater difficulty restarting on a slope✓BThe ascending vehicle must always reverse down the slope✓CWhichever vehicle is smaller must always yield to the larger vehicle✓DBoth vehicles must turn off their engines and wait for police assistance✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

What is the mandatory procedure when an emergency vehicle (police, ambulance, fire engine) approaches with active sirens and flashing blue/red lights?

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AImmediately clear the way by pulling over to the right side of the road and stopping if necessary to allow safe passage✓BAccelerate rapidly to stay ahead of the emergency vehicle✓CContinue at normal speed in the same lane because emergency vehicles can overtake anywhere✓DStop immediately in the middle of whatever lane the driver currently occupies✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

Under Article 24 of the Congolese Highway Code (Loi n° 78/022), parking on the carriageway is prohibited within what minimum distance of an intersection?

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A10 metres✓B5 metres✓C20 metres✓D3 metres✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When parking a motor vehicle facing downhill on a steep incline with a curb, how should the front wheels be turned?

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ATurn the front wheels toward the curb (to the right) so that the tyre will rest against the curb if the brakes fail✓BTurn the front wheels away from the curb toward the center of the road✓CKeep the front wheels pointed straight ahead with only the handbrake applied✓DTurn the front wheels to the left and leave the transmission in neutral✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When parking facing UPHILL on a street with a raised curb, how should the front wheels be oriented?

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ATurn the front wheels away from the curb (to the left) so the back of the front tyre will roll against the curb✓BTurn the front wheels toward the curb (to the right)✓CKeep the front wheels straight and place stones behind the rear tyres only✓DTurn the front wheels to full right lock and leave the gear lever in reverse✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Outside built-up areas, what minimum interval must a vehicle exceeding 3,500 kg maximum authorised mass, or more than 10 metres in overall length, leave in front of it?

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A70 metres✓B50 metres✓C25 metres✓D150 metres✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

What is the legal obligation of a driver entering a public road from a private property, garage, parking lot, or unpaved dirt track?

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AYield the right of way to all vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians already circulating on the public road✓BClaim priority to the right over vehicles traveling on the main road✓CHonk the horn and enter rapidly before oncoming vehicles arrive✓DEnter halfway into the lane to force public road traffic to stop✓