Spanish driving theory test 9 in English

Question 1

What is an additional panel placed under a sign for?

Accepted Answer

To specify or limit the meaning of the sign

Answer

To cancel the sign

Answer

It is only decorative

Question 2

Why should you not use main beam in fog?

Accepted Answer

Because the light reflects off the fog and reduces visibility even more

Answer

Because it uses more battery

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Because it is prohibited at night

Question 3

The vehicle in front has signalled that it is going to overtake. May you overtake it?

Accepted Answer

No, you must wait for it to finish its manoeuvre

Answer

Yes, if you are faster

Answer

Yes, sounding the horn

Question 4

How does carrying an empty roof rack affect fuel consumption?

Accepted Answer

It increases it, because of air resistance

Answer

It does not affect it

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It reduces it

Question 5

As you arrive at a level crossing, two alternating red lights come on. What do they mean?

Accepted Answer

No crossing

Answer

Caution, you may cross slowly

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That the level crossing is broken

Question 6

May you park at a junction or near it?

Accepted Answer

No, if it makes turning or visibility difficult for others

Answer

Yes, always

Answer

Only at night

Question 7

How should you start a modern engine according to eco-driving?

Accepted Answer

Without pressing the accelerator

Answer

Pressing the accelerator fully

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Leaving it idling for several minutes to warm up

Question 8

In eco-driving, may you skip gears when changing down?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for example from fifth to third if circumstances allow

Answer

No, never

Answer

Only in automatic vehicles

Question 9

What is the speed limit for a bus on a motorway or dual carriageway?

Accepted Answer

100 km/h

Answer

90 km/h

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120 km/h

Question 10

You feel sleepy while driving. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Stop in a safe place and rest or sleep

Answer

Open the window and turn up the music

Answer

Have a coffee and carry on

Question 11

Why is it dangerous to carry loose objects on the rear parcel shelf?

Accepted Answer

Because in sudden braking or a crash they can be thrown at the occupants

Answer

Because they increase fuel consumption

Answer

It is not dangerous

Question 12

As a general rule, may a broken-down car be towed by another car?

Accepted Answer

No, except in exceptional situations; it must be done by a vehicle designed for it

Answer

Yes, with a rope

Answer

Yes, at night

Question 13

When calling 112 about an accident, what information is most important to give?

Accepted Answer

The exact location, what has happened and how many people are injured and how badly

Answer

Your name and number plate

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The make and model of the vehicles

Question 14

On an urban road with two or more lanes in each direction, what is the general speed limit?

Accepted Answer

50 km/h

Answer

30 km/h

Answer

40 km/h

Question 15

What is the maximum breath alcohol level for a professional driver?

Accepted Answer

0.15 mg/l

Answer

0.25 mg/l

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0.30 mg/l

Question 16

What is the maximum breath alcohol level for a driver who has held a licence for less than two years?

Accepted Answer

0.15 mg/l

Answer

0.25 mg/l

Answer

0.00 mg/l

Question 17

May you overtake by entering the opposite side of the road on a bend with poor visibility?

Accepted Answer

No, it is prohibited

Answer

Yes, if you do it quickly

Answer

Yes, sounding the horn as a warning

Question 18

What does this sign mean?

Accepted Answer

No driving faster than 50 km/h

Answer

Recommended speed of 50 km/h

Answer

Minimum speed of 50 km/h

Question 19

A non-professional driver loses all their points. When can they get a licence again?

Accepted Answer

After 6 months, having taken a course and passed the theory test

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Immediately, by paying a fee

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After 5 years

Question 20

Driving downhill, how does the braking distance compare with a level road?

Accepted Answer

Longer

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Shorter

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The same

Question 21

When must you signal a manoeuvre with the indicator?

Accepted Answer

Well in advance, before you start it

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While you are carrying it out

Answer

Only if there are other vehicles nearby

Question 22

At an unmarked junction your path crosses that of a tram running on rails. Who has priority?

Accepted Answer

The tram

Answer

You, if you are coming from the right

Answer

Whoever gets there first

Question 23

On a conventional road, how can you warn the driver in front that you are going to overtake?

Accepted Answer

With the horn or short flashes of the headlights

Answer

By getting very close to their vehicle

Answer

You cannot warn them

Question 24

At an unsigned narrowing, who goes first?

Accepted Answer

The one that entered the narrowing first

Answer

The larger vehicle

Answer

The one going downhill

Question 25

How many points does a driver start with when they get their first licence?

Accepted Answer

8 points

Answer

12 points

Answer

15 points

Question 26

A traffic officer signals you to go, but the traffic light is red. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Obey the officer

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Stop, because the traffic light takes precedence

Answer

Wait for the light to turn green

Question 27

Should you give an injured person something to drink after an accident?

Accepted Answer

No

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Yes, water

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Yes, a sugary drink

Question 28

A roadworks sign with a yellow background contradicts a permanent sign. Which one must you obey?

Accepted Answer

The roadworks sign

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The permanent sign

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Whichever allows the higher speed

Question 29

How does a heavy meal before driving affect you?

Accepted Answer

It makes you drowsy

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It improves attention

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It makes no difference

Question 30

What is the vehicle registration certificate (permiso de circulación)?

Accepted Answer

The document that identifies the vehicle and its owner

Answer

The document showing the driver is allowed to drive

Answer

Proof of insurance