Car Driving - The Basic Theory Test (BTT) 60 Questions -

#1. The brake become ineffective after passing through water, how to resume its effectiveness?

A. speed up to dry the brakes

B. stop and wait for the brakes to dry up

C. pump the brakes repeatedly

Answer: C

#2. Is it ok to make a mobile phone call while you are driving on the expressway?

A. Yes, if it is under emergencies.

B. No, should never do that.

C. Yes, but it will be an offence.

#3. Probationary drivers must display the probationary plate for

A. Six months if there are no traffic offences committed.

B. One year only.

C. One year if there are no traffic offences committed.

Answer: (B).

#4. The penalty for beating a red traffic light in a school zone includes a fine and __________.

A. 12 demerit points

B. 13 demerit points

C. 18 demerit points

Answer: (B). Offences committed in school zones attract one extra demerit point as compared to the same offence committed elsewhere.

#5. Probationary drivers must display the probationary plate for

A. Six months if there are no traffic offences committed.

B. One year only.

C. One year if there are no traffic offences committed.

Answer: (B).

#6. The most serious offence of the three listed below is

A. Driving through a red traffic light.

B. Failure to stop at a zebra crossing that has pedestrians waiting to cross.

C. Reckless driving.

Answer: (C). Reckless driving is a very serious offence. You will be penalised 24 demerit points and prosecuted in court.

#7. A probationary driver’s licence will be revoked if he/she accumulates

A. 13 demerit points or more within 12 months.

B. 24 demerit points or more within 12 months.

C. Less than 13 demerit points within 12 months.

Answer: (A).

#8. A probationary driver who accumulates 13 or more demerit points within _________ from the date of grant of the license will have his/her license revoked.

A. 24 months

B. 13 months

C. 12 months

Answer: C

#9. A previously suspended driver will face another suspension if he accumulates at least

A. 12 points within 24 consecutive months.

B. 11 points within 12 consecutive months.

C. 12 points within 12 consecutive months.

Answer: (C).

#10. When topping up fuel at a petrol station, your engine should be

A. switched off.

B. switched off only if you do not have a fire extinguisher in the vehicle.

C. left idling.

Answer: A

Always switched off.your engine BEFORE topping up your fuel. An idling engine is highly dangerous as it may cause fuel vapours to ignite.

#11. road shoulders can be used

A. when you need to overtake a slower vehicle

B. when there is a traffic congestion

C. in the event of vehicle breakdown

Answer: C

#12. This is another Prohibitory Sign that indicates

A. No stopping at any time.

B. No stopping unless you are letting down passengers.

C. No stopping unless you stay in your car at all times.

Answer: (A).

#13. Retraining and remission are not offered to motorists who are suspended

A. For the second time.

B. For the third time.

C. For the third, fourth and fifth time.

Answer: (C).

#14. When driving on the road, you should always position your vehicle

A. to the left of the lane.

B. to the centre of the lane.

C. to the right of the lane.

Answer: B

You should position your vehilce in the center of the lane, no matter it is a right-hand side lane or left-hand side lane.

#15. What does EMAS stand for?

A. electronic monitory & advisory system

B. expressway monitoring & advisory system

C. emergency monitory & advisory system

Answer:B

#16. A learner driver may drive on public roads, accompanied by a qualified driving instructor

A. Except on expressways at all times.

B. Only on weekdays.

C. Except on Sundays and public holidays.

Answer: (A). A learner driver is not allowed to practise driving on all expressways at anytime of the day and on certain other specified roads.

#17. What does the number in this sign show?

A. It shows the weight limitation of vehicles allowed on that road.

B. It shows the distance to go in kilometres. It is a distance marker.

C. It shows the speed limit (in km/h) for that stretch of road.

Answer: (C). The number may vary depending on the speed limit for that particular road.

#18. The sign here indicates that you must

A. Give way only when necessary.

B. Give way and stop if necessary, to allow traffic on the major road to proceed.

C. Give way only to pedestrians and non-vehicular traffic.

Answer: (B).

#19. When reversing, it is a good habit to:

A. switch off radio

B. lower a window

C. do both A and B

Answer: C

by doing both, it will be easier for you to hear warning sounds from other drivers or yells from pedestrians.

#20. Holders of Class 3 & 3A licence can drive a motor vehicle with an unladen weight not exceeding

A. 1,500kg.

B. 2,500kg.

C. 3,000kg.

Answer: (C)

#21. When you see this sign it means

A. You have to slow down and stop at the line ahead.

B. You have to drive straight ahead only. You may not turn left or right.

C. One way traffic ahead

Answer: (C).

#22. Your licence has been revoked. When can you apply to site for the theory and practical driving tests again?

A. 1 year after the revocation date.

B. 2 years after the revocation date.

C. 3 years after the revocation date.

Answer: (A).

#23. This is a Prohibitory Sign which means

A. All vehicular traffic may not enter the road where the sign is displayed.

B. Entry onto the road where the sign is displayed constitutes an offence.

C. Both (A) and (B)

#24. Roughly, how many percent of information perceived from the driver’s eyes?

A. 60 %

B. 80 %

C. 100 %

Answer: B

80 % of information is perceived from driver`s eyes while driving

#25. If a driver’s licence has been revoked, he/she must ________ before being allowed to drive again?

A. Pass the driving basic and final theory tests

B. Pass the practical driving tests

C. Both (A) & (B)

Answer: (C).

#26. At an uncontrolled junction without “Give Way” and “Stop” sign, if you are turning right, you must:

A. give way to traffic going straight from all direction.

B. give way only to traffic turning right from the right.

C. give way only to traffic turning left from the opposite direction.

Answer: A

#27. If the brake lights of the vehicle in front of you suddenly light up, you should ___

A. stop your vehicle immediately

B. overtake the vehicle immediately

C. slow down immediately and observe the next move of the vehicle

Answer: C

#28. What does the sign here mean? It means

A. Winding road or multiple bends ahead.

B. Racing circuit ahead.

C. Multiple S-turns ahead.

Answer: (A).

#29. This sign shows

A. No right turn.

B. No right turn but turn left only.

C. No right turn but only at certain times.

Answer: (A). If the pointed end of the black curved line is indicating left then “no left turn” is applicable at all times. The sign may have a panel with supplementary information attached below it to show “no right turn” or “no left turn” only at some restricted times on certain days.

#30. A person who has just obtained a Class 2B, 3 or 3A licence must

A. Display the ‘L’ plate.

B. Display the probationary plate.

C. Not drive on expressways.

Answer: (B).

#31. At an uncontrolled junction, if there is no

A. give way to traffic going straight from the right.

B. give way to traffic going straight from the left.

C. give way to traffic turning right from the right.

Anwer: C

give way to traffic turning right from the right.

#32. This is a Prohibitory Sign which means

A. All vehicular traffic may not enter the road where the sign is displayed.

B. Entry onto the road where the sign is displayed constitutes an offence.

C. Both (A) and (B)

Answer: (C). Signs in this category are usually circular in shape with a red border. Some have additional information on the prohibition such as the days and times during which the prohibition is applicable.

#33. Which warning signs are known as Y-Junctions that require you to slow down and beware of traffic joining from left and right or from the left or right only?

A. WS 5, WS 6 and WS 7.

B. WS 5, WS 6 and WS 8.

C. WS 6, WS 7 and WS 8.

Answer: (A). WS 8 is not described as a ‘Y’ junction. It is an inverted ‘Y’.

#34. A good driver is who

A. drives safely and follows the regulations

B. reaches the destination quickly

C. knows the routes thoroughly

Answer: A

A good driver is who drives safely & follow the regulations

#35. When the vehicle you are overtaking accelerates, you should?

A. slow down and filter back to the traffic flow

B. sound you horn to warn him of your intentions

C. increase your speed in order to pass it safely

Answer: A

When the vehicle you are overtaking accelerates, you should slow down and filter back to the traffic flow.

#36. The first time penalty for the newly qualified driver who does not display the probation plates is

A. A fine.

B. A suspension.

C. Revocation of their licence

Answer: (A).

#37. The sign indicates

A. Vehicles on fire ahead.

B. An accident area ahead, slow down, drive carefully.

C. Vehicles carrying dangerous goods are not allowed in the tunnels.

Answer: C

#38. Upon seeing this sign, you should

A. slow down, keep left, do not overtake.

B. make a U-turn

C. park your vehicle.

Answer: A

#39. You may park your vehicle any time on Sundays and public holidays on a road, which has

A. a continuous yellow line along the side.

B. a continuous two broken line along the side.

C. a single yellow zig-zag line along the side.

Answer: A

#40. You may overtake on the left only when

A. you are approaching an accident area.

B. you want to turn left at a junction.

C. you are not sure if it is safe to overtake on the right.

Answer: B

#41. Probationary drivers who fail to display the probation plate

A. Must retake the driving test.

B. Are required to display it for an additional year.

C. Will be fined and repeat offenders will have their licence revoked.

Answer: C

#42. As comparing night-driving with day-driving, it is advisable to

A. drive at slower speed

B. drive at a slightly faster speed as there are lesser vehicles

C. maintain the same speed

Answer: A

drive a slower speed

#43. When you see a dog sitting right in the middle of your travelling path, you should:

A. slow down and horn to let it walk away.

B. slow down and stop if necessary to wait for it to go away.

C. slow down and steer around it to pass through.

Answer: C

#44. When approaching a puddle of water, you should

A. maintain your speed and proceed cautiously.

B. stop to ensure a safe passing before proceeding.

C. slow down and avoid spraying or splashing water onto pedestrians around.

Answer: C

#45. A Provisional Driving Licence (PDL) is valid for

A. 24 months.

B. 12 months.

C. 18 months.

Answer: (A). Note: It can be renewed for a further 24 months each time.

#46. Drivers who are suspended for a year or more under the Driver Improvement Points System or whose license is revoked must retake the

A. Basic theory test.

B. Basic theory test and final theory test

C. Basic theory test, final theory test and practical driving tests.

Answer: (C).

#47. This sign means that

A. U-turn is not allowed here between 7am and 7pm.

B. U-turn is not allowed here but you can make a U-turn when this sign is not displayed.

C. U-turn is not allowed here and you can only make a U-turn where the U-turn is displayed.

Answer: (C).

#48. Which of the following is correct for the hours 7.00 pm to 7.00 am

A. should drive using dipped headlights

B. should drive with headlights on

C. vehicles (other than omni buses )should avoid using bus lanes

Answer: B

#49. Which are the signs that indicate road narrowing ahead?

A. WS 11, WS 12 and WS 13.

B. WS 12, WS 13 and WS 14.

C. WS 13, WS 14 and WS 15.

Answer: (B). When these signs are indicated, slow down. Do not overtake or make a U-turn. Do not stop or park your vehicle.

#50. What should you do when you see traffic light sign on the road (not the real traffic light)?

A. Slow down and prepare to stop.

B. Slow down and stop.

C. Keep driving as normal speed and stop when traffic light change to red.

Answer: A

#51. When involved in an accident you should

A. Stop

B. Not stop if it is a minor accident

C. Stop, if you have the time

Answer: A

No matter how minor the accident is you would need to stop.

#52. If you are caught drink driving, what will happen?

A. You will receive a summon with just a fine

B. You will attend to court with your license revoked and fine

C. You will attend to court with your license revoked, fine and jail terms will incure

Answer: C

Drinking driving will endanger lives and is a serious offense in Singapore.

#53. This sign shows

A. No entry to all cars.

B. No overtaking.

C. No parallel parking.

Answer: (B).

#54. Which of the following is INCORRECT? You are allowed to overtake

A. at any road junction

B. on the right even if you are turning left

Answer: A

#55. When you are allowed to drive on the right-hand lane of a three-lane carriageway?

A. When the left-hand lane is occupied by slower moving vehicles.

B. when you are travelling close to the speed limit of the road.

C. when you are overtaking other vehicles.

Answer: C

the right-hand side lane should only be used for overtaking and emergency vehicles.

#56. What should you do when your wheels mount the kerb while turning?

A. step hard on the accelerator and drive over the herb.

B. reverse slowly and try turning again.

C. Stop.

Answer: B

#57. Single yellow zig-zag line means:

A. cannot stop at all.

B. cannot stop on Sundays and public holidays.

C. can only stop for boarding and alighting.

Answer: C

You can not park but can stop for immediately boarding and alighting

#58. If you see this road sign, you are to

A. Keep to the kerb of the road.

B. Keep left.

C. Turn sharply to your left.

Answer: (B). Likewise, an arrow pointing right indicates you are to keep right.

#59. The handbrake operates on

A. the two rear wheels.

B. the two front wheels.

C. all the four wheels.

Answer: A

#60. This sign indicates

A. Road works on both sides of the road.

B. Split traffic and that you may proceed on either side of the road.

C. Merging traffic coming from two sides of the road

Answer: (B).

Results

#1. The brake become ineffective after passing through water, how to resume its effectiveness?

#2. Is it ok to make a mobile phone call while you are driving on the expressway?

#3. Probationary drivers must display the probationary plate for

#4. The penalty for beating a red traffic light in a school zone includes a fine and __________.

#5. Probationary drivers must display the probationary plate for

#6. The most serious offence of the three listed below is

#7. A probationary driver’s licence will be revoked if he/she accumulates

#8. A probationary driver who accumulates 13 or more demerit points within _________ from the date of grant of the license will have his/her license revoked.

#9. A previously suspended driver will face another suspension if he accumulates at least

#10. When topping up fuel at a petrol station, your engine should be

#11. road shoulders can be used

#12. This is another Prohibitory Sign that indicates

#13. Retraining and remission are not offered to motorists who are suspended

#14. When driving on the road, you should always position your vehicle

#15. What does EMAS stand for?

#16. A learner driver may drive on public roads, accompanied by a qualified driving instructor

#17. What does the number in this sign show?

#18. The sign here indicates that you must

#19. When reversing, it is a good habit to:

#20. Holders of Class 3 & 3A licence can drive a motor vehicle with an unladen weight not exceeding

#21. When you see this sign it means

#22. Your licence has been revoked. When can you apply to site for the theory and practical driving tests again?

#23. This is a Prohibitory Sign which means

#24. Roughly, how many percent of information perceived from the driver’s eyes?

#25. If a driver’s licence has been revoked, he/she must ________ before being allowed to drive again?

#26. At an uncontrolled junction without “Give Way” and “Stop” sign, if you are turning right, you must:

#27. If the brake lights of the vehicle in front of you suddenly light up, you should ___

#28. What does the sign here mean? It means

#29. This sign shows

#30. A person who has just obtained a Class 2B, 3 or 3A licence must

#31. At an uncontrolled junction, if there is no

#32. This is a Prohibitory Sign which means

#33. Which warning signs are known as Y-Junctions that require you to slow down and beware of traffic joining from left and right or from the left or right only?

#34. A good driver is who

#35. When the vehicle you are overtaking accelerates, you should?

#36. The first time penalty for the newly qualified driver who does not display the probation plates is

#37. The sign indicates

#38. Upon seeing this sign, you should

#39. You may park your vehicle any time on Sundays and public holidays on a road, which has

#40. You may overtake on the left only when

#41. Probationary drivers who fail to display the probation plate

#42. As comparing night-driving with day-driving, it is advisable to

#43. When you see a dog sitting right in the middle of your travelling path, you should:

#44. When approaching a puddle of water, you should

#45. A Provisional Driving Licence (PDL) is valid for

#46. Drivers who are suspended for a year or more under the Driver Improvement Points System or whose license is revoked must retake the

#47. This sign means that

#48. Which of the following is correct for the hours 7.00 pm to 7.00 am

#49. Which are the signs that indicate road narrowing ahead?

#50. What should you do when you see traffic light sign on the road (not the real traffic light)?

#51. When involved in an accident you should

#52. If you are caught drink driving, what will happen?

#53. This sign shows

#54. Which of the following is INCORRECT? You are allowed to overtake

#55. When you are allowed to drive on the right-hand lane of a three-lane carriageway?

#56. What should you do when your wheels mount the kerb while turning?

#57. Single yellow zig-zag line means:

#58. If you see this road sign, you are to

#59. The handbrake operates on

#60. This sign indicates