QLD learners test practice

10 free sample questions

1. Road Signs & Markings

   When may you make a U-turn at traffic lights in Queensland?

   1. Only when the light is red and no cars are coming
   2. At any set of lights, if it is safe to do so
   3. Only where a 'U-turn permitted' sign is shown
   4. Whenever you sound your horn first to warn others
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   C. Only where a 'U-turn permitted' sign is shown

   In Queensland you must not make a U-turn at traffic lights unless a 'U-turn permitted' sign is displayed.

   Source: qld.gov.au Road rules — Traffic lights and U-turns

2. Intersections & Giving Way

   What does 'give way' mean?

   1. Always stop completely for at least 3 seconds
   2. Sound your horn, then continue through carefully
   3. Slow down and, if necessary, stop to prevent a crash
   4. Speed up so you get clear of the intersection fast
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   C. Slow down and, if necessary, stop to prevent a crash

   In Queensland, give way means to slow down and, if necessary, stop in order to prevent a crash.

   Source: qld.gov.au Road rules — Giving way

3. Road Rules

   You are facing a red arrow pointing left. What does it mean?

   1. Turn left after giving way to all other traffic
   2. Turn left if no pedestrians are crossing
   3. Only turn left; going straight is not allowed
   4. Do not turn left past the stop line while it shows
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   D. Do not turn left past the stop line while it shows

   You must not drive in the direction of a red arrow past the stop line until the arrow goes out or turns green.

   Source: qld.gov.au Road rules — Traffic lights and U-turns

4. Speed & Stopping

   Unless a sign shows otherwise, what is the speed limit in a built-up area in Queensland?

   1. 40 km/h
   2. 60 km/h
   3. 50 km/h
   4. 70 km/h
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   C. 50 km/h

   The speed limit in Queensland built-up areas is 50 km/h unless signs show otherwise.

   Source: qld.gov.au Road rules — Speed limits

5. Licence Conditions

   At what age can you get a learner licence for a car in Queensland?

   1. 18 years
   2. 15 years
   3. 16 years
   4. 17 years
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   C. 16 years

   Once you turn 16, you can apply for a car learner licence after passing PrepL or the written road rules test.

   Source: Your keys to driving in Queensland — Queensland licensing: Learner licence

6. Alcohol & Drugs

   What is the alcohol limit for a fully licensed (open licence) car driver in Queensland?

   1. Below 0.05 BAC
   2. Below 0.08 BAC
   3. Below 0.10 BAC
   4. Zero
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   A. Below 0.05 BAC

   Open licence car drivers must have a BAC below 0.05. Some drivers, such as L and P platers, must have zero.

   Source: qld.gov.au — Alcohol limits

7. Safe Driving

   On a long drive, how often should you take a rest break?

   1. 5 minutes every 4 hours
   2. At least 30 minutes every 6 hours
   3. At least 15 minutes every 2 hours
   4. Only when you feel very tired
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   C. At least 15 minutes every 2 hours

   Stop for at least 15 minutes every 2 hours on long trips, and plan your rest stops before you leave.

   Source: qld.gov.au — Driving tired

8. Sharing the Road

   What is the minimum distance you must leave when passing a bicycle rider in a 60 km/h zone?

   1. 2 metres
   2. 1.5 metres
   3. 1 metre
   4. 50 centimetres
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   C. 1 metre

   In speed zones of 60 km/h or less you must leave at least 1 metre when passing a bicycle or personal mobility device rider.

   Source: qld.gov.au — Sharing the road with bicycle and personal mobility device riders

9. Road Signs & Markings

   What does a 'DO NOT OVERTAKE TURNING VEHICLE' sign on the back of a truck mean?

   1. Do not overtake the truck at any time, on any road
   2. The truck carries dangerous goods, so keep well back
   3. Do not pass it while it turns; it may use two lanes
   4. The truck has priority, so all traffic must give way
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   C. Do not pass it while it turns; it may use two lanes

   Long vehicles with this sign may use more than one lane to turn. Never try to pass them while they are turning.

   Source: qld.gov.au — Sharing the road: Heavy vehicles

10. Intersections & Giving Way

    You are leaving a parking space at the kerb and joining the traffic. What must you do?

    1. Signal for 1 second, then pull out into the traffic
    2. Pull out quickly, as other drivers must let you in
    3. Signal for at least 5 seconds and give way to all traffic
    4. Give way only to vehicles that are on your left side
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    C. Signal for at least 5 seconds and give way to all traffic

    When you drive onto the road from a parked position, you must give way to all other vehicles and signal for at least 5 seconds.

    Source: qld.gov.au Road rules — Giving way

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Official links

• Your keys to driving in Queensland (handbook)
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