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UK Driver CPC Part 1 Theory Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
What is the most fuel-efficient way to accelerate in an HGV?
Choose one answer below.
A
Accelerate as quickly as possible to reach cruising speed
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B
Accelerate smoothly and progressively, using the green band on the rev counter
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C
Use the lowest gear and highest revs
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D
Alternate between accelerating and coasting
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QUESTION 2 / 25
How does anticipating traffic conditions ahead help reduce fuel consumption?
Choose one answer below.
A
It does not help with fuel consumption
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B
Reading the road ahead allows the driver to maintain momentum, reduce unnecessary braking and acceleration
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C
It only helps reduce journey time
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D
Anticipation is only useful for safety, not fuel saving
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What is the most fuel-efficient cruising speed for most HGVs?
Choose one answer below.
A
As fast as legally possible
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B
Between 50-56 mph (the speed limiter range), as fuel consumption increases significantly above these speeds
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C
Below 30 mph at all times
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D
It makes no difference what speed you travel at
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QUESTION 4 / 25
How does cruise control help with eco-driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
It does not help with fuel efficiency
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B
It maintains a constant speed, preventing the driver from unconsciously varying speed, which wastes fuel
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C
It automatically changes gears for maximum power
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D
It reduces engine temperature
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Why should unnecessary electrical loads be switched off to save fuel?
Choose one answer below.
A
Electrical systems do not use fuel
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B
The alternator requires engine power to generate electricity — more electrical load means more fuel consumption
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C
Electrical systems use a separate battery that does not affect fuel
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D
Only the headlights affect fuel consumption
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QUESTION 6 / 25
What is 'block gear changing' and how does it benefit fuel economy?
Choose one answer below.
A
Changing gears only when the engine stalls
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B
Skipping intermediate gears when changing up or down, keeping the engine in its efficient range
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C
Never changing gear during a journey
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D
Using the clutch without pressing the accelerator
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Which EU regulation governing drivers' hours has been retained in UK law post-Brexit?
Choose one answer below.
A
Regulation 3820/85
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B
Regulation 561/2006
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C
Regulation 1071/2009
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D
Regulation 165/2014
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QUESTION 8 / 25
Under the retained EU rules, what is the maximum fortnightly (two-week) driving time?
Choose one answer below.
A
80 hours
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B
90 hours
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C
100 hours
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D
112 hours
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QUESTION 9 / 25
What document must UK drivers carry when driving commercially in EU member states?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only a UK driving licence
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B
A UK driving licence plus a Driver Qualification Card (DQC)
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C
A passport only
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D
No documents are required
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QUESTION 10 / 25
What is the AETR agreement and when does it apply?
Choose one answer below.
A
An agreement about vehicle emissions
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B
The European Agreement on International Road Transport covering drivers' hours for journeys through non-EU countries
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C
An agreement about road construction standards
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D
A trade agreement for vehicle exports
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Under the retained EU regulations, what are the requirements for multi-manning (two drivers in the vehicle)?
Choose one answer below.
A
The same rules apply as for single-manning
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B
The first break must be taken within 4.5 hours, but daily rest can be reduced to 9 hours and taken concurrently
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C
No breaks are required during multi-manning
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D
Each driver must take a full 11-hour rest separately
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What is the purpose of the EU Driver CPC Directive (2003/59/EC) as retained in UK law?
Choose one answer below.
A
To set vehicle emission standards
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B
To ensure professional drivers maintain and update their driving knowledge and skills through periodic training
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C
To standardise vehicle registration plates
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D
To regulate fuel prices across Europe
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QUESTION 13 / 25
If you arrive at the scene of a road traffic collision, what should your first priority be?
Choose one answer below.
A
Move the injured people immediately
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B
Ensure the scene is safe for yourself and others before approaching
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C
Take photographs for insurance
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D
Direct traffic around the scene
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What does DR ABC stand for in first aid?
Choose one answer below.
A
Drive, Reverse, Accelerate, Brake, Clutch
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B
Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation
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C
Dial, Report, Assess, Bandage, Cover
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D
Directions, Route, Arrive, Begin, Complete
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QUESTION 15 / 25
How should you treat a casualty who is unconscious but breathing normally?
Choose one answer below.
A
Leave them on their back and wait for help
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B
Place them in the recovery position and monitor their breathing
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C
Sit them upright against a wall
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D
Give them water to drink
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QUESTION 16 / 25
When calling 999 at a road traffic collision, what information should you provide?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only your name
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B
Your location, number of vehicles and casualties, types of injuries, and any hazards such as fuel spills
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C
Just say 'there has been an accident'
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D
The registration numbers of all vehicles
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QUESTION 17 / 25
How should you control severe bleeding from a wound?
Choose one answer below.
A
Apply a tourniquet as the first response
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B
Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean dressing and elevate the injured part if possible
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C
Wash the wound with cold water
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D
Remove any objects embedded in the wound
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What should you NOT do if a casualty in a vehicle collision has a suspected spinal injury?
Choose one answer below.
A
Call for emergency help
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B
Keep them still and support their head
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C
Move them unless there is immediate danger to life such as fire
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D
Talk to them reassuringly
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QUESTION 19 / 25
Under UK law, who is responsible for ensuring a load is properly secured on an HGV?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only the person who loaded the vehicle
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B
The driver is ultimately responsible for ensuring the load is secure before driving
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C
Only the transport manager
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D
The customer who ordered the goods
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What is the purpose of load restraint calculations?
Choose one answer below.
A
To calculate the price of the goods
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B
To determine the force required to prevent the load from moving during braking, acceleration, and cornering
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C
To calculate fuel consumption
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D
To determine the number of delivery stops
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QUESTION 21 / 25
When using ratchet straps to secure a load, what should you check before use?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only the colour of the strap
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B
That the straps are not damaged, are within date, have readable load ratings, and the ratchet mechanism works correctly
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C
That the straps match the vehicle colour
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D
Only that the straps are long enough
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What force must the load restraint system be capable of withstanding in the forward direction?
Choose one answer below.
A
25% of the load weight
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B
50% of the load weight
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C
The total weight of the load (100%)
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D
200% of the load weight
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QUESTION 23 / 25
Why is it important to distribute a load evenly across the trailer floor?
Choose one answer below.
A
For aesthetic reasons only
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B
To ensure axle weights are within legal limits and the vehicle handles safely
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C
To make unloading faster
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D
Even distribution is not important if the load is secured
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QUESTION 24 / 25
What is the headboard (front bulkhead) on a flatbed trailer designed to do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Provide advertising space
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B
Prevent the load from sliding forward into the cab during emergency braking
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C
Keep rain off the driver
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D
Hold the registration plate
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What is the legal blood alcohol limit for professional HGV drivers in the UK?
Choose one answer below.
A
80mg per 100ml (same as car drivers)
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B
50mg per 100ml
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C
20mg per 100ml
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D
Zero — the same limit as car drivers applies, but operators typically enforce zero tolerance
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