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What should a driver do if they meet a vehicle with flashing amber beacons?

  1. A.Slow down and prepare to stop.
  2. B.Increase speed while keeping left.
  3. C.Flash their headlights to acknowledge the beacons.
  4. D.Stop because it is an emergency vehicle.
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Correct answer: A. Slow down and prepare to stop.

Flashing amber beacons are used by recovery vehicles and vehicles carrying abnormal loads. You should be aware that these vehicles may need extra room and could conceal following traffic. When you come across such vehicles, slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.

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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