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What should a driver do when approaching roadworks warning signs?

  1. A.Reduce speed and be prepared to stop for works vehicles or a flagman.
  2. B.Maintain speed until signalled to slow down by a flagman.
  3. C.Increase speed and move to the centre of the road.
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Correct answer: A. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop for works vehicles or a flagman.

A driver should always approach roadworks with caution and reduce speed as there are many possible hazards to deal with – including road workers, works vehicles, uneven road surfaces and temporary traffic controls.

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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