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Which is a common symptom of fatigue that can impair driving?

1. Nodding off and yawning
2. Improved focus
3. Faster reaction time
4. Increased awareness

Failing to conform to traffic light signals carries…

1. Court only
2. 6 points and $200
3. 3 points and $150
4. 12 points and $400

Which attribute is expected of a professional P2P driver?

1. Exploit passenger ignorance of routes
2. Treat safety and welfare of passengers as paramount
3. Argue with passengers frequently
4. Refuse service by race or religion

At ~80 km/h, an appropriate gap is about…

1. 3 car lengths
2. 6 car lengths
3. 5 car lengths
4. 4 car lengths

PHC fares for ride‑hail trips are typically…

1. Negotiated on the spot
2. Meter‑based only
3. Upfront flat fares (may vary with dynamic surge pricing)
4. Free during off‑peak

After a minor accident without injuries, you should…

1. Leave without exchanging particulars
2. Stay in lane to block traffic
3. Wait in the middle of the road
4. Move vehicle to the left, switch on hazards, exchange particulars

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

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

At ~64 km/h, an appropriate gap is about…

1. 4 car lengths
2. 5 car lengths
3. 3 car lengths
4. 6 car lengths

A driver’s legal responsibility regarding passenger capacity is to…

1. Carry as many as fit
2. Ignore labels
3. Count children as zero
4. Not exceed the maximum number of passengers allowed

When avoiding road hazards, drivers should…

1. Speed up to pass quickly
2. Make sudden swerves without checking
3. Scan, slow down and choose safe paths
4. Follow the vehicle ahead blindly

Work‑zone safety requires you to…

1. Ignore flaggers
2. Follow the vehicle closely
3. Observe detour signs and reduce speed
4. Use the shoulder to overtake

Engine‑idling while stationary (not due to traffic) may result in…

1. Licence suspension immediately
2. A composition fine (e.g., S$100)
3. No consequence
4. Warning only

When overtaking, a key precaution is to…

1. Signal and confirm blind spots are clear
2. Turn left without checking
3. Skip mirror checks to be quick
4. Cut in sharply after passing

When loading luggage, a driver should…

1. Assist if requested and if safe, then secure the load
2. Leave boot open while moving
3. Refuse to help even if needed
4. Overload the cabin

A core ‘don’t’ in defensive driving is…

1. Signalling early
2. Scanning far ahead
3. Maintaining buffer space
4. Tailgating

A driver who is offence‑free for 12 months will…

1. Automatically lose all points immediately
2. Gain bonus points
3. See demerit points remain until a 12‑month offence‑free period is achieved
4. Face suspension

A good hydration practice for drivers is to…

1. Avoid water to reduce restroom stops
2. Maintain hydration to support alertness
3. Only drink sugary sodas
4. Rely on coffee only

Normal bus lane operating hours are typically…

1. Public holidays only
2. Mon–Sun 9 p.m.–6 a.m.
3. Mon–Fri 7.30–9.30 a.m. and 5.00–8.00 p.m. (except PH)
4. Weekends only

Within a 24‑month period, a motorist is suspended from driving upon accumulating…

1. 36 demerit points
2. 24 demerit points
3. 18 demerit points
4. 12 demerit points

One benefit of regular walking for drivers is…

1. Improved circulation and stress reduction
2. Less sleep quality
3. Higher blood pressure
4. Increased cramps

For diabetes management, which statement is true?

1. Regular check‑ups and an active lifestyle help control glucose
2. Smoking improves blood flow
3. Alcohol helps control sugar
4. Skipping meals stabilises sugar

Which is true of cash handling differences?

1. PHC drivers must carry large cash floats
2. Taxi drivers never handle cash
3. Taxi drivers must be careful with cash on board
4. Neither handles cash

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

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

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

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

Regarding alcohol and driving, which statement is correct?

1. It is legal if the trip is short
2. Only passengers are affected
3. Small amounts always improve reaction time
4. Driving under influence can be charged even below the legal limit if control is impaired

Before starting a trip you should…

1. Assume the passenger’s route
2. Start moving before seat belts
3. Skip greeting
4. Confirm the destination and any landmarks

If the engine overheats, which step is correct?

1. Rev the engine to circulate coolant
2. Stop safely, switch off, let it cool, then top up with cloth protection
3. Keep driving to cool it
4. Open the radiator cap immediately with bare hands

A good way to reduce salt intake is to…

1. Eat only processed snacks
2. Read labels and pick lower‑sodium options
3. Add extra soy sauce
4. Choose soups with lots of stock

Life‑long learning in the PDVL context means…

1. Only learning at licence renewal
2. Ignoring updates to rules
3. Taking courses only after offences
4. Upgrading, updating and adapting skills over time

To reduce night‑time fatigue, you should…

1. Skip breaks
2. Drink excessive caffeine late
3. Use bright screens near your eyes
4. Keep the cabin quietly lit and avoid heavy meals late