Driving Behavior Test

Taking up the correct position in good time signals your intentions to other road users, allowing them to anticipate your movement and adjust accordingly. This improves road safety and ensures smoother traffic flow. Proper positioning also helps prevent last-minute lane changes, which can be dangerous.

To ensure safety on the road, you should allow other vehicles to overtake when they want to, as long as it is safe. Blocking or preventing overtaking can lead to frustration and risky maneuvers. However, never wave other vehicles to overtake, as it might mislead drivers about road conditions. Always focus on safe and legal driving practices.

"Turn the wheels away from the curb."

When parking uphill next to a curb, you should turn your front wheels away from the curb. This way, if your vehicle rolls backward, the rear of your front tire will rest against the curb, preventing it from moving into traffic.

To be sure of the driver's true intention, watching the front wheels is the best approach. Signal lights can be left on accidentally, and brake lights only show slowing down, not necessarily turning. The movement of the front wheels gives the clearest indication of where the vehicle is actually going.

When reversing, the driver and ground are generally visible, especially with proper mirrors and camera systems. However, a child (especially one who is small) can be difficult to see, making them a higher risk. It's essential to check blind spots and be extra cautious when reversing, particularly in areas where children may be present.

When walking with children along a road, it is safest to walk between them and the traffic. This ensures that you are in the position to shield them from any potential dangers coming from vehicles. Always keep children away from the roadside and ensure they are protected from moving vehicles.

In Ghana, since vehicles drive on the right side of the road, overtaking is typically done in the left lane. The left lane is used for passing slower vehicles, while the right lane is reserved for regular traffic flow.

Even after having just a few alcoholic drinks, a person’s reaction time, judgment, and coordination can still be impaired. It is safest to avoid driving altogether. Advising the driver to take public transport or arrange for a designated driver ensures they don’t take any risks on the road. Alcohol can affect your ability to drive safely even if you don’t feel overly intoxicated.

Shoes with high heels are not accepted for driving because they can make it difficult to control the pedals properly, which could lead to unsafe driving conditions.

When approaching a roundabout in Ghana, you should always give way to traffic on your left, as traffic flows on the right side of the road. This helps maintain a smooth and safe flow of vehicles around the roundabout.

If a driver has left their left indicator on, it may be unsafe to overtake as they might still turn unexpectedly. It’s best to stay behind and wait until you are sure of their intentions to avoid a possible collision.

On a two-way road with three lanes, the middle lane is typically used for overtaking by traffic traveling in both directions. This can create dangerous situations, as vehicles traveling in opposite directions may unexpectedly use the same lane to pass other vehicles, increasing the risk of head-on collisions. It’s important to be cautious on these roads and ensure you stay in your lane.

Your reaction time will be much slower when you are tired, as fatigue reduces alertness, concentration, and the ability to respond quickly to hazards. Driving while tired increases the risk of accidents, so it's important to take breaks and rest if you feel drowsy.

You should avoid overtaking when approaching a pothole because it could be unsafe to maneuver around it while overtaking, and you may lose control or damage your vehicle.

An elderly person's driving ability may be affected primarily by a slower reaction time. As people age, their reflexes and ability to respond quickly to sudden changes on the road can decrease, making them more vulnerable in fast-paced traffic situations.

At an intersection controlled by traffic lights, pedestrians have the right of way when crossing at designated pedestrian crossings, even if the traffic light turns green for vehicles. Always yield to pedestrians to ensure their safety.

When you encounter inexperienced drivers, it's important to be patient and allow extra space. They may not be as quick to react or make decisions, so giving them time and being cautious helps prevent accidents. Avoid overtaking them aggressively, flashing your headlights, or honking, as these actions may increase their anxiety or cause confusion. Safety and consideration are key.

Driving on a wet road can significantly impact visibility due to the glare from reflected light on the water, making it harder to see other vehicles, pedestrians, and road markings, especially at night or in heavy rain, which can significantly reduce your ability to react to potential hazards.

Additionally, fog or mist may develop in wet conditions, further impairing visibility.

It’s important to drive cautiously and adjust speed when road conditions are wet to maintain control and visibility.

If you are approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time, it's important to be ready to stop. Traffic lights could change to red at any moment, so you should prepare to slow down and stop if necessary.

You should keep well back when following a large vehicle because it allows the driver to see you in his mirrors. Large vehicles have significant blind spots, especially behind them. If you follow too closely, the driver may not be able to see you, increasing the risk of an accident. Keeping a safe distance ensures visibility and gives you more time to react if the large vehicle suddenly slows down or stops.

To correct a rear-wheel skid, you should steer in the same direction as the skid (steer into it). This helps you regain control by aligning the wheels with the direction of travel. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, as this can make the skid worse.

If a vehicle comes up quickly behind you, flashing its headlights, it's signaling that it wants to overtake. The safest option is to allow the vehicle to pass. Maintain your speed and position, but don’t speed up or brake abruptly—just let the other vehicle safely overtake.

A driver should allow a two-second stopping gap when following all vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorbikes. This gap provides enough time to react and stop in case the vehicle in front of you suddenly brakes. The two-second rule is a basic safety measure to ensure sufficient distance and avoid collisions.

When a vehicle on the motorway activates its hazard lights briefly, it is typically signaling that traffic ahead is slowing down or stopping suddenly. This is a warning to other drivers to be cautious and ready to stop or slow down.

On a wet road, applying your brakes gently helps avoid skidding, which can occur when the tires lose grip on the slippery surface. Sudden or harsh braking can cause the wheels to lock, leading to a loss of control. By braking gently, you maintain better control of the vehicle and reduce the risk of skidding.

Reducing speed is crucial when approaching a traffic light that is showing amber, as it indicates that the light is about to turn red. Slowing down prepares you to stop safely if necessary, ensuring you do not run a red light or risk a collision.

If you cannot see clearly behind when reversing, the safest option is to ask someone to guide you. While mirrors and windows help, a spotter can provide a better view of blind spots and prevent accidents.

Since you are driving on a clear night with a steady stream of oncoming traffic and the national speed limit applies, you should expect to see dipped headlights rather than full beam headlights.

Using full beam headlights in this situation would dazzle oncoming drivers, creating a safety hazard. Full beams should only be used when there is no oncoming traffic and no vehicles ahead that could be blinded by your lights.

When approaching a parked vehicle with a driver seated inside, always be mindful that the door may be opened suddenly. This could obstruct your path or cause a collision, especially if you're driving too close to the parked vehicle.

If you are driving a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow road, it is courteous and safe to pull in at a suitable place to allow faster traffic to overtake. This helps prevent congestion and frustration among other drivers.