Paper A

Which practice helps reduce cardiovascular risk?

1. Skimping on sleep
2. Regular physical activity and balanced diet
3. Smoking occasionally to relax
4. High‑fat trans‑rich diet

Which statement about distractions is correct?

1. GPS must be placed where it blocks view for convenience
2. Calling while steering with one hand is safe
3. Phones should be kept away; ensure GPS does not block view
4. Reading texts briefly is safe

Using a mobile device while driving (first offence) may result in…

1. $50 fine
2. Fine up to $1,000 or 6 months’ jail or both
3. Community service only
4. Only a warning

What is a recommended weekly physical activity target for drivers?

1. 300 minutes
2. None if they feel tired
3. 60 minutes
4. 150 minutes

At work zones with repairs or pruning, the best practice is to…

1. Overtake through the cones
2. Watch for detours and drive slowly
3. Use horn to clear path
4. Maintain speed

Which is a typical symptom of a possible heart attack?

1. Itchy skin
2. Sneezing
3. Leg cramps only
4. Prolonged crushing chest pain with possible radiation

A driver who leaves the driver’s seat while conveying passengers without reasonable cause…

1. Is required by law
2. Should do so often
3. May breach conduct rules
4. Is following procedure

Which number reaches SCDF Emergency Ambulance?

1. 70999
2. 999
3. 995
4. 1800‑2550000

During a long shift, a good break practice is…

1. 10–15 minutes every ~2 hours of driving
2. No breaks unless exhausted
3. Breaks only when passengers complain
4. One long break only at day end

Which device is standard equipment in taxis but not required for PHCs?

1. Taximeter and mobile data terminal
2. Tire pressure gauge
3. Phone mount
4. First‑aid kit

A driver’s health is whose responsibility first?

1. Passenger
2. Government
3. Driver
4. Operator only

To manage cholesterol levels, which food approach is recommended?

1. Use palm oil and ghee freely
2. Use only deep‑fried options
3. Choose foods rich in omega‑3 and soluble fibre
4. Avoid fruits and vegetables

Which statement correctly describes exemptions for child restraints?

1. PHCs are exempted; taxis are not
2. Both PHCs and taxis are exempted
3. Taxis are exempted; PHCs are not
4. Neither is exempted

Which action reduces rear‑end collision risk from vehicles behind?

1. Accelerate sharply
2. Ignore tailgaters
3. Brake abruptly without signalling
4. Signal early and slow down gradually

If using the 2‑second rule, you start counting when…

1. Your speed changes
2. You pass a moving car
3. The light turns amber
4. The vehicle ahead passes a fixed roadside object

If an accident involves a foreign vehicle or government property, you must…

1. Drive away to avoid queues
2. Wait for the other party to report
3. Report within 24 hours via the specified channels
4. Only inform your friends

Failing to give way to emergency vehicles results in…

1. Only a parking fine
2. Demerit points under DIPS
3. No penalty
4. Minor verbal warning only

Exceeding the speed limit by 41–50 km/h carries…

1. 12 demerit points
2. 6 demerit points
3. 8 demerit points
4. 10 demerit points

To minimise glare and fatigue at night, you should…

1. Use high beams at all times
2. Remove sun visor
3. Use mirrors’ anti‑glare setting and reduce cabin lighting
4. Stare at bright lights

Parking within a pedestrian crossing or zig‑zag line area…

1. Is only a warning
2. Is allowed briefly
3. Is preferred for quick pick‑ups
4. Attracts demerit points and fines

Which set is a classic diabetes symptom cluster?

1. Hair loss, sore throat, cough
2. Hiccups, fever, rash
3. Frequent urination, thirst, hunger
4. None of these

When planning a route before departure you should…

1. Disable GPS to avoid distraction
2. Start driving and decide later
3. Rely only on passengers
4. Use a street directory or navigation apps to check landmarks, expressways and hazards

A key behaviour to avoid accidents at junctions is to…

1. Accelerate through red
2. Beat the amber light
3. Have sufficient distance to stop as lights change
4. Look only right

For communicable disease hygiene, drivers should…

1. Ignore coughing passengers
2. Avoid cleaning the cabin
3. Share items among passengers
4. Adopt good hygiene and cleanliness practices

Police emergency SMS number for when you cannot talk is…

1. 90999
2. 995
3. 70999
4. 65470000

A useful habit to stay alert on shift is to…

1. Plan simple stretches during breaks
2. Rely on energy drinks only
3. Skip rest to do more jobs
4. Drive with windows closed at all times

Full‑day bus lane operating hours are…

1. Sundays only
2. 24/7
3. Every day except Sundays and Public Holidays, 7.30 a.m.–11.00 p.m.
4. Mon–Fri 7.30–11.00 p.m. only

On expressways, drivers should…

1. Adjust speed to the posted limit and conditions
2. Match the fastest car
3. Stop for photos
4. Use shoulder to bypass queues

If floodwaters are encountered on the road, drivers should…

1. Drive through quickly to splash water away
2. Accelerate to prevent stalling
3. Avoid entering floodwaters and proceed only when safe
4. Stop in the fast lane to think

To keep the vehicle road‑worthy, you should…

1. Ignore unusual noises
2. Skip maintenance to save cost
3. Send for routine checks and keep it clean
4. Only clean the exterior