Highway Code (GSDR2216)
Higher Institute of Transport and Logistics (HITL)
Semester: Second Semester
Level: 200
Year: 2017
School/Faculty: HITL DEPARTMENT: General Studies LECTURER(S): Mr Awah Joseph
Level:1 SEMESTER: Second Academic Year: 2010/2011
COURSE CODE: COURSE TITLE: Highway Code DATE: 11/07/2017
HALL: TIME:
Instructions: Answer all the following questions.
THE UNIVERSITY OF BAMENDA
P.O BOX 39 Bambili
REPUBLIC OF CAMEROON
Peace-Work-Fatherland
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SECTION: A (Circle the letter corresponding to the right answer)
1) Signs that give formal orders, which we must abide by are:
A- Prescriptive signs B- Road signs C- Direction signs
2) When the speed limit sign 70km/h is put after a sign of entry into a built up area, the prohibition
is for: A- The street B- The neighborhood C- The city
3) On some steep hills, an additional lane is provided for slow vehicles:
A- On the right B- In the middle C- On the left
4) What is the line made of spaced-out marks that seperate4 several traffic lanes called:
A- The separation line B- The continuous line C- The broken line
5) The safety distance is:
A) The distance which separates me from the sidewalk
B) The distance which separates me from the vehicles I overtake
C) The distance which separates me from the vehicles inform of me
6) In which case is overtaking prohibited?
A) At a bend, at hill top, on the continuous line
B) On a straight line, at a bend, at the hill top
C) At the hill top, on the continuous line, where visibility is good
7) How long would an uninterrupted parking of a vehicle be considered abusive?
A- 5 days B- 6 days C- 7 days
8) At a junction without any road sign, I have to give way
A- At the left only B- At the right only C- At the left and right
9) When one approaches an intersection where it is not compulsory to make a complete stop, how
should he proceed?
A) Slow down to a speed of about 20km/h
B) Slow down to the posted speed limit
C) Slow down so as to be able to stop before engaging in the intersection
10) What line does the dissuasion lines replace?
A- The continuous line B- The broken line C- The mixed line
11) As the first to arrive at the scene of an accident, I have to:
A- Alert - protect – Assist B- Assist – Alert - Protect C- Protect – Alert – Assist
12) Can we cross or infringe on the continuous line?
A- Only when overtaking B- Yes C- No
13) Faced with a mixed line, I should take in consideration
A- The continuous line B- The broken line C- The line closest to me
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14) When overtaking, I have to occupy the left traffic lane:
A- For as long as possible B- For the shortest time possible C- Not at all
15) The technical inspection of a private vehicle is done:
A- Every 3 months B- Every 6 months C- Every 12 months
16) At intersections, who must give way?
A) The vehicle which does not move on rails must give way to that which moves on rails
B) The vehicle which moves on rails must give way to other vehicles
C) Vehicles moving on rails and the other vehicles must respect the rule of priority to the right
17) The maximum length for a combination of vehicles is
A- 12 metres B- 15 metres C- 18 metres
18) A driver’s license can be cancelled
A) If the owner is involved in a hit and run offense
B) If the owner is involved in a fatal accident
C) If irregularities are discovered in the procedure of insurance
19) What is the maximum load for one simple axle?
A- 13 tons B- 20 tons C- 25 tons
20) The speed limit sign is located before the entry sign to a built-up area
A- True B- False
21) The central reservation is:
A) A clear-cut demarcation separating traffic lanes on a two way traffic road
B) Reserved for parking of vehicles
C) Reserved for vehicles with mechanical problems
22) Road signs take precedence over traffic lights
A- True B- False
23) A yellow continuous line on the edge of a carriageway signifies
A- No parking B- No stopping C- No stopping and parking
24) For road signs to be effective and play its role, they must be:
A) Perceptible, comprehensible and be opportune
B) Comprehensible, good and bright in colour
C) Be well placed and attractive
25) Preventive driving in summary is-
A) Taking into consideration the possible errors of other users
B) Adapting to driving in the city after driving on the highway
C) Take advantage of your right of way at intersections.
26) In open country, the required speed for a private vehicle is:
A- 60km/h B- 100km/h C- 110km/h
27) At 60 year old, a driver’s license is renewed:
A- Every year B- Every 3 years C- Every 5 years
28) During a difficult but possible bypass on a slope:
A) The ascending vehicle, whatever its category, stops in order to facilitate the passage of the
descending vehicle
B) The descending vehicle, whatever its category, stops in order to facilitate the passage of the
ascending vehicle
C) It is up to the goodwill of each one
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30) The golden rule for road traffic is:
A- Caution B- Knowledge of the profession C- Professionalism
SECTION B
1) Name and describe three types of parking
2) What is the use of acceleration and deceleration lane on a motorway?
3) Name three communication elements that a driver can use to warn or signal his presence to
other road users
4) List three cases whereby speed reduction is compulsory on the highway
5) Name the main types of signs and give one example
6) Name at least three cases whereby a driver shall stop and give way to other road users
7) List three different offenses that can lead to the impoundment of a vehicle
8) What is a traffic lane
9) What are the three main functions of a road sign?
10) Enumerate three offences that can lead to the suspension of ones driving license
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