🚗 Control of Vehicle — all 22 questions

Every Control of Vehicle question from the Ireland driver theory test (Cat. B), each with the correct answer and an explanation. Work through them in order, or practise them interactively for free.

1. 1. If a driver applies the foot brake and hears a scraping noise, what is the most likely cause?
2. 2. If the brake pedal of a vehicle feels soft or spongy when applied, what does this mean?
3. 3. The parking brake (hand brake) generally works on which wheels?
4. 4. What can cause a vehicle to skid?
5. 5. What is a likely consequence of sudden braking?
6. 6. What is the danger associated with applying the handbrake (parking brake) when the vehicle is moving?
7. 7. What is the danger of sudden braking?
8. 8. What is the effect of an incorrectly adjusted driver’s seat?
9. 9. What is the most common cause of skidding?
10. 10. What is the outcome of late clutch use when stopping a vehicle?
11. 11. What is the purpose of electronic stability control?
12. 12. What is the recommended method of driving a car with automatic transmission?
13. 13. What may indicate a problem with the vehicle’s braking system?
14. 14. What should a driver be aware of when braking to slow down and stop?
15. 15. What should a driver do when a vehicle starts to aquaplane?
16. 16. What type of noise might fast cornering create?
17. 17. When braking, what determines how quickly the vehicle will slow down and stop?
18. 18. When should a driver have both hands on the steering wheel?
19. 19. When should the handbrake be used to bring a vehicle to a halt?
20. 20. When using the accelerator, how can a driver help reduce the vehicle’s fuel consumption?
21. 21. Whilst driving, why might a driver suspect that the brake fluid level in their vehicle is low?
22. 22. Why should a tractor be driven more slowly on uneven road surfaces?