Northern General Directorate of Traffic - Bahrain Truck & Bus Theory Mock Test 1

Q: How many questions is the Northern General Directorate of Traffic truck & bus theory test?

The official General Directorate of Traffic truck & bus theory test in Northern has 35 questions and you need 26 correct (75%) to pass. This practice test has 30 questions.

Q: Is this the real exam?

These are original practice questions to help you revise. They are not the official Bahrain exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the General Directorate of Traffic (Ministry of Interior), and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the traffic department.

Q: Is this practice test free?

Yes. It is completely free, with no signup or payment, and you can retake it as many times as you like.

Q: What does the Northern truck & bus theory test cover?

Road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, penalties and safe-driving rules, plus the handling and safety topics specific to your vehicle.

Question 1

What does this sign warn drivers about?

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A speed bump or raised surface is ahead. The speed bump warning sign alerts you to a raised surface (speed hump or speed table) on the road ahead. You should slow down before reaching it to avoid damage to your vehicle and loss of control. Speed bumps are common near schools and residential areas in Bahrain.

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A bridge with a weight limit is ahead

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The road surface is uneven due to construction

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A level crossing is ahead

Question 2

On which side of the vehicle do you pass a slower vehicle when overtaking in Bahrain?

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On the left side, by moving into the left lane. In Bahrain (right-hand traffic), you overtake by moving to the left (the faster lane), passing the slower vehicle, then returning to the right. Overtaking on the right is not permitted.

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On the right side

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Either side is equally acceptable

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Overtaking is only permitted on motorways

Question 3

You are waiting at a roundabout give way line. Traffic is circulating. When may you enter?

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When there is a safe gap in traffic coming from your left.. You must wait for a safe gap in the counter-clockwise flow of traffic approaching from your left before entering the roundabout. Do not attempt to force your way in.

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Immediately, because entering vehicles have priority.

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Only when the roundabout is completely clear of all vehicles.

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After flashing your headlights to warn circulating traffic.

Question 4

How often should you check your mirrors while driving in normal traffic conditions?

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Every 5 to 8 seconds. Good drivers scan their mirrors every 5 to 8 seconds to maintain an updated picture of the traffic around them. Frequent mirror checks mean you are never surprised by what is happening behind or alongside you, and you can plan lane changes or braking with confidence.

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Only when you intend to change lanes or turn

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Once every minute is sufficient at motorway speeds

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There is no fixed rule; check whenever you remember

Question 5

A driver is caught travelling at a speed classified as grossly excessive under Bahrain traffic law. Which outcome is possible in addition to a fine and black points?

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Vehicle impoundment and possible referral to court. Extreme speeding in Bahrain can result in vehicle impoundment and referral to the public prosecutor for court proceedings, in addition to the standard fine and black points. The severity of the consequence scales with how far above the limit the driver was travelling.

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Only a written warning is issued for a first offence at any speed

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The driver's licence is suspended for exactly 48 hours with no court referral

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A mandatory speed-awareness course replaces all other penalties

Question 6

You are about to descend a long gradient and notice the 'Trucks: engage low gear' sign. What is the correct action?

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Reduce speed and shift to a low gear before the descent begins, using engine braking to control speed on the way down. Drivers must comply with advisory signs directing heavy vehicles to use low gears. Selecting the appropriate low gear before starting the descent allows the engine and drivetrain to absorb much of the vehicle's kinetic energy, keeping the service brakes cool and providing far better speed control than continuous brake application.

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Apply the service brakes firmly now and shift to a higher gear for better engine braking

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Shift to neutral to save fuel and apply brakes as needed throughout the descent

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The sign applies only to vehicles over 40 tonnes; continue in the current gear

Question 7

You arrive at a STOP sign but can clearly see no traffic in any direction. What should you do?

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Stop fully at the line, check, then proceed when safe. The STOP sign is an absolute requirement: you must bring your vehicle to a complete stop at the stop line regardless of visible traffic. Failing to stop fully is an offence in Bahrain even if the road appears clear, because pedestrians or fast-approaching vehicles may not yet be visible.

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Slow down to 10 km/h and continue if the road is clear

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Proceed without stopping since no vehicles are visible

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Sound your horn and proceed slowly

Question 8

In which of the following situations is overtaking prohibited in Bahrain?

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When approaching or at a pedestrian crossing. Overtaking near pedestrian crossings is prohibited because pedestrians may be about to step out or may be hidden by the vehicle you are passing. Confirm the full list of prohibited locations with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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On a clear straight road with good forward visibility

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When the vehicle ahead is travelling at the speed limit

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On a road with a dashed white centre line

Question 9

A vehicle on your left is already circulating on the roundabout. What do you do?

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Give way to that vehicle before entering the roundabout.. Traffic already on the roundabout always has priority. Even if the gap looks large, you must wait for the circulating vehicle to pass before you enter.

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Enter because you are on the right-hand side of the entry.

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Enter simultaneously; there is room for both vehicles.

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Sound your horn and proceed.

Question 10

Before changing lanes on a Bahrain expressway, you check your mirrors and see the lane is clear. What must you still do?

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Glance over the appropriate shoulder to check the blind spot. Mirrors have blind spots, particularly on either side of the vehicle just behind the door pillars. Before changing lanes you must signal, check mirrors, then briefly glance over your shoulder toward the lane you intend to enter to check the blind spot. Only move when you are certain it is clear.

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Sound the horn to warn drivers in the other lane

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Flash your headlights to signal your intention

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Nothing further; mirrors provide a complete view of surrounding traffic

Question 11

What must a driver do when approaching a red traffic light in Bahrain?

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Stop completely before the stop line and wait for the green light. A red traffic light is a mandatory stop signal. The driver must come to a full stop before the stop line and remain stationary until the light turns green. Proceeding through a red light is a serious offence attracting a significant fine and black points.

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Slow down and proceed if no cross traffic is visible

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Sound the horn to alert pedestrians and continue through

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Stop only if other vehicles are also stopping

Question 12

Which situation poses the greatest risk of jackknifing on an articulated truck fitted with air brakes?

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Hard braking on a slippery surface causing the drive axles to lock while the trailer continues forward. Jackknife occurs when the drive axles lock under hard braking and the trailer continues to push forward, folding the vehicle at the fifth wheel. Slippery surfaces and excessive brake force dramatically increase this risk. Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) help prevent wheel lock-up, but correct technique (progressive braking) remains essential.

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Applying full brake pressure gently on a dry straight road

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Engaging the exhaust brake on a flat road at low speed

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Releasing the brakes gradually after a complete stop on a hill

Question 13

A No Overtaking sign is displayed but the road ahead is a three-lane road. Which statement is correct?

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You must not pass any moving vehicle on any lane while the sign applies. A No Overtaking sign applies to all lanes and all vehicle types: you must not move past any moving vehicle for as long as the restriction is in force. The prohibition ends only when a cancellation sign or a new speed-limit sign is posted. Confirm specific exemptions with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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You may overtake in the left (fast) lane only

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The restriction applies only to the rightmost lane

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You may overtake bicycles and motorcycles but not cars

Question 14

You are about to overtake on a Bahraini highway. Which sequence of actions is correct?

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Check mirrors and blind spot, signal left, confirm a clear road ahead, then move into the left lane. Safe overtaking requires checking your mirrors and blind spot, signalling your intention to move left, confirming there is enough clear road to pass and return safely, and then executing the move smoothly.

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Sound the horn once and pull left immediately

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Signal and pull out at the same time without a mirror check

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Move into the left lane first, then check mirrors

Question 15

Which lane should you normally use at a multi-lane roundabout when taking the first exit (an immediate turn to the right)?

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The right-hand (outer) lane.. On a counter-clockwise Bahrain roundabout, the first exit is effectively to your right. Use the outer (right-hand) lane to position yourself correctly and signal right as you approach. Confirm with the General Directorate of Traffic for specific roundabout markings.

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The left-hand (inner) lane.

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The middle lane.

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Any lane; lane choice on roundabouts is unrestricted.

Question 16

Who is required to wear a seat belt in Bahrain?

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All occupants in every seating position that has a belt fitted. Bahrain's traffic law requires all vehicle occupants to wear a seat belt when the vehicle is moving. Seat belts are the single most effective safety device in a vehicle, reducing the risk of death or serious injury in a crash. Confirm the exact legal requirement with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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Only the driver and front passenger

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Only passengers under the age of 12

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Only occupants travelling on highways; seat belts are optional inside cities

Question 17

Which penalty is specifically associated with running a red traffic light in Bahrain?

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A fine and black points added to the driver's licence record. Running a red light in Bahrain carries a monetary fine and black points on the licence. Traffic cameras and officers enforce this strictly. Confirm the current fine amount with the General Directorate of Traffic, as figures are subject to revision.

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Only a verbal warning from a traffic officer if it is a first offence

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Community service with no monetary fine

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A letter sent to the driver's employer but no official penalty

Question 18

When securing cargo on a flatbed truck, what is the minimum requirement for load security?

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The load must be prevented from moving in any direction and must not project dangerously or fall onto the road. The driver is responsible for ensuring the load cannot shift forward, rearward, sideways, or upward. An unsecured load can fall onto other road users, cause the vehicle to become unstable, or lead to prosecution. The number and type of lashings depend on load weight and shape; always follow industry securing standards and confirm specific requirements with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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The load must be covered with a tarpaulin; straps are optional if the load is heavy enough

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A single ratchet strap across the middle of the load is sufficient for loads under 5 tonnes

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Load security is the responsibility of the loading company, not the driver

Question 19

You approach a Give Way sign at a T-junction. There is no approaching traffic. What should you do?

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Slow down and check before proceeding; stop if necessary. At a Give Way sign you must yield to traffic on the main road. If no vehicles are approaching you may proceed without a full stop, but you must reduce speed and be certain the junction is clear. The Give Way sign does not require a complete stop unless traffic makes it necessary.

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Proceed at normal speed since no vehicles are visible

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Treat it the same as a STOP sign and stop completely

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Sound your horn and enter the main road

Question 20

Which additional locations prohibit overtaking in Bahrain?

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Junctions, intersections, and where solid white lines separate lanes. Overtaking is forbidden at junctions, intersections, pedestrian crossings, hill crests, bends with limited visibility, and where solid white centre lines are marked. Always confirm current regulations with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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Any road with two or more lanes going in your direction

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Whenever the road surface is wet

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Only roads posted below 80 km/h

Question 21

You are on a roundabout and wish to take the next exit. A vehicle is trying to enter from that exit's approach road. Who has priority?

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You, because you are already on the roundabout.. Traffic circulating on the roundabout always has priority over vehicles waiting to enter. The entering driver must wait for you to pass before joining the roundabout.

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The entering vehicle, because it is approaching from the right.

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Neither vehicle; both must stop.

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The vehicle closer to the exit.

Question 22

A child that is too small for an adult seat belt must travel in a vehicle using which restraint?

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An approved child safety seat appropriate for the child's age, weight, and height. Children must be secured in an approved child safety seat matched to their size and weight. An adult seat belt is designed for adult body dimensions and can injure a small child in a crash. An adult holding a child offers no protection at all. Confirm Bahrain's specific child seat requirements and age thresholds with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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The adult lap belt only, without the diagonal shoulder strap

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An adult holding the child on their lap

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No restraint is needed for children under 5 years old

Question 23

What is tailgating and why is it penalised in Bahrain?

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Following the vehicle ahead too closely, reducing reaction time and increasing the risk of a rear-end collision. Tailgating means driving dangerously close to the vehicle in front. It is penalised because the driver cannot stop in time if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, making rear-end collisions highly likely. Bahrain law requires drivers to maintain a safe following distance at all times.

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Driving in the wrong lane on a dual carriageway, which is a lane discipline offence

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Attaching an unauthorised tow-bar to the rear of a vehicle

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Reversing on a motorway hard shoulder

Question 24

Where should the heaviest part of a cargo be positioned on a truck to optimise vehicle stability?

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Low and centred over the axles to lower the centre of gravity and distribute weight evenly. Placing heavy items low and centred over the axles keeps the centre of gravity as low as possible and shares the load across all axles within their rated limits. A high or off-centre load raises the centre of gravity, increases rollover risk, and can overload individual axles beyond legal limits.

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As high as possible to keep the load away from the chassis floor

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At the rear of the trailer to improve steering feel at the front axle

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Towards the right side of the load bed to compensate for the driver's weight on the left

Question 25

You are driving on a road posted at 120 km/h. Heavy rain begins. What speed should you choose?

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A speed that is safe for conditions, which may be well below 120 km/h. A speed-limit sign sets the maximum you may drive; it does not mean you must reach that speed. In rain or poor visibility you are legally required to drive at a speed that is safe for the conditions, which may be considerably lower than 120 km/h. Driving at 120 km/h in heavy rain could constitute reckless driving under Bahrain traffic law.

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Exactly 120 km/h because that is the legal limit

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At least 100 km/h to keep up with traffic

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120 km/h but only in the right (slow) lane

Question 26

A driver behind you flashes their headlights on a Bahraini highway. What does this most likely mean?

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They wish to overtake and are requesting you to move to the right lane. On Bahraini highways, headlight flashes from behind usually signal that the driver wants to overtake or is asking you to move right. Check your mirror, signal, and move to the right lane safely when it is clear.

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They are greeting you

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Their lights have malfunctioned

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You must stop immediately

Question 27

A large lorry is already on the roundabout and drifts into your lane as you also circulate. What should you do?

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Give way; the lorry is on the roundabout and large vehicles may need extra space.. Large vehicles often need additional space on tight roundabouts. Even when you have a legal claim to your lane, giving way to a lorry that has drifted is the safest course. Confirm with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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Claim your lane and maintain your position.

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Sound the horn and accelerate past.

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Exit the roundabout immediately regardless of your intended exit.

Question 28

You are fitting a rear-facing infant seat. Which seating position should you avoid if the vehicle has an active front passenger airbag?

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The front passenger seat, unless the airbag is deactivated. A rear-facing child seat placed in front of an active passenger airbag is extremely dangerous. If the airbag deploys it strikes the back of the seat with great force, directly into the child's head. Either deactivate the airbag (if possible) or place the rear-facing seat in a rear seating position. Check your vehicle handbook and confirm regulations with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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The rear centre seat because it lacks side-impact protection

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Any seat behind the driver because the infant cannot see forward

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There is no restriction; airbags are designed to be safe for all child seats

Question 29

How does Bahrain law determine whether a following distance is safe?

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The driver must allow enough space to stop safely if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, taking speed and road conditions into account. Bahrain's safe-following-distance requirement is principles-based: the driver must be able to stop safely if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly. The appropriate gap therefore increases with speed and in adverse conditions such as rain or poor visibility. Tailgating at any speed can be penalised.

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A fixed gap of exactly one metre is always sufficient regardless of speed

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Any visible daylight between the two vehicles satisfies the legal requirement

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The following distance rule only applies on roads with a speed limit above 100 km/h

Question 30

During a journey you notice your truck is pulling to one side even though the road is straight and level. What could this indicate about the load?

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The load has shifted to one side, causing an uneven weight distribution that affects steering and tyre loading. If cargo shifts laterally during transit, weight becomes unequal across the left and right sides of the axle. This creates a side pull, stresses tyres unevenly, and raises rollover risk on curves. The driver should stop safely, check the load, and re-secure it before continuing.

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The load is correctly distributed and the symptom is caused by road camber

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One of the steering axle tyres is over-inflated, which is unrelated to load distribution

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The front axle weight is too low, meaning more cargo should be moved forward

Northern General Directorate of Traffic - Bahrain Truck & Bus Theory Mock Test 1

Northern General Directorate of Traffic - Bahrain Truck & Bus Theory Mock Test 1

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