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If a driver notices that structural parts of their vehicle’s body have been affected by rust, what should they do?

  1. A.Have it sandpapered and keep the affected area dry.
  2. B.Have it repaired by a competent repair shop.
  3. C.Treat the area with grease and paint over it.
  4. D.Have paint sprayed over it of the same colour.
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Correct answer: B. Have it repaired by a competent repair shop.

Over time vehicles may become affected by rust to various degrees. Drivers should inspect their vehicles periodically and if they find signs of rust they should have it assessed and repaired if necessary to prevent further deterioration. A weakened vehicle structure may have serious consequences in the event of a collision.

This is an official-style question from the Managing Risk topic of the Ireland driver theory test (Cat. B). Practise all 807 questions free on iTest.ie — with timed mock exams, automatic mistake tracking and progress sync across devices.

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