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What is the purpose of rumble strips on the sides of a carriageway?

  1. A.To improve drainage of the carriageway in heavy rain
  2. B.To prevent livestock entering the carriageway.
  3. C.To alert drivers that their vehicle is veering out of their lane.
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Correct answer: C. To alert drivers that their vehicle is veering out of their lane.

Rumble strips are raised or grooved patterns on the roadway shoulder that provide both an audible warning (rumbling sound) and a physical vibration to alert drivers that they are leaving the driving lane. In addition to warning inattentive drivers, rumble strips help drivers on the road during inclement weather when visibility is poor.

This is an official-style question from the Safe and Responsible Driving 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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