Dhofar Royal Oman Police - Oman Theory Mock Test 3

Q: How many questions is the Dhofar Royal Oman Police light vehicle theory test?

The official Royal Oman Police light vehicle theory test in Dhofar has 30 questions and you need 23 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 Oman exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the Royal Oman Police, and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the Royal Oman Police.

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 Dhofar light vehicle 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 you about?

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A pedestrian crossing is ahead. The pedestrian crossing warning sign tells you that a marked crossing is ahead. Reduce speed and be ready to stop. In Oman, pedestrians on a marked crossing have right of way and you must stop for them.

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A school zone is ahead

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Pedestrians are not allowed on this road

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A cycle crossing is ahead

Question 2

When should you use hazard warning lights while driving in Oman?

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When the vehicle is stationary and causing an obstruction, or in a genuine emergency. Hazard lights are for genuine emergencies or when stopped in a position that could endanger others, such as after a breakdown. Using them while moving (except in extreme conditions) can confuse other drivers about your intended direction and is not a substitute for an indicator.

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To signal to following traffic that you are turning

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Whenever you are driving slowly in traffic

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To thank another driver for giving way

Question 3

A police officer at a junction is facing you with their arm raised towards you. What must you do?

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Stop immediately; the officer's signal overrides all signs and signals. Instructions given by a police officer directing traffic always take priority over road signs and traffic signals. If an officer signals you to stop, you must stop immediately. Always obey police officers directing traffic.

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Slow down but continue if the traffic light shows green

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Sound the horn to alert the officer and continue through

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Stop only if the officer is waving you down specifically

Question 4

An airbag is designed to work together with what other safety system to provide maximum protection in a crash?

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The seat belt, which keeps the occupant in position so the airbag can cushion them correctly. The correct answer is the seat belt. Airbags are a supplemental restraint system (SRS), not a replacement for seat belts. Without a seat belt, an occupant can be thrown forward and hit the deploying airbag at the wrong position and angle, which can cause serious injury. Always wear your seat belt even in a vehicle with airbags. Confirm with the Royal Oman Police.

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ABS, which helps the airbag deploy faster

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The headrest, which prevents the airbag from inflating in the wrong direction

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Airbags are a standalone system and do not depend on other safety features

Question 5

Why is speeding near a school in Oman treated more seriously than speeding on an open road?

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School zones have lower speed limits and violations attract heavier penalties because of the increased risk to children. Reduced speed limits near schools are intended to protect children. Oman's traffic enforcement treats violations in these zones with additional severity, reflecting the higher risk and the vulnerability of pedestrians in those areas.

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It is not treated more seriously; the same standard fine applies everywhere

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School zone limits are only enforced during school holidays

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Police only issue warnings in school zones, not fines

Question 6

A pedestrian steps onto a marked crossing ahead of your vehicle. What must you do?

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Stop and allow the pedestrian to cross safely. Pedestrians on a marked crossing have right of way in Oman. You must stop your vehicle in good time and wait until the pedestrian has fully crossed before moving on. Failing to stop is an offence and can result in serious injury.

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Sound the horn to warn the pedestrian and continue

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Flash your headlights to signal the pedestrian to wait

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Continue at reduced speed, passing close to the kerb

Question 7

When must you use headlights while driving in Oman?

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From sunset to sunrise, and whenever visibility is reduced by fog, dust, or heavy rain. Oman regulations require headlights from sunset to sunrise and in any conditions that reduce visibility, including dust storms, fog, or heavy rain. This makes your vehicle visible to others as well as illuminating the road ahead for you.

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Only in full darkness, not at dusk or dawn

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Only when using the highway

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Headlights are optional at all times in Oman

Question 8

You are about to pull out of a parking space on the side of the road. Who has priority?

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Moving traffic on the road has priority over you. When pulling away from a parked position you are joining moving traffic and must give way to vehicles already travelling on the road. Signal your intention and wait until it is safe to move. Always confirm with the Royal Oman Police.

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You have priority because your vehicle is in front of the other vehicles

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Priority is equal if you have been signalling for more than three seconds

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Pedestrians must give way to you; other vehicles have equal priority

Question 9

You are driving from Muscat to Salalah on a long desert highway. After three hours you feel your eyelids growing heavy. What should you do?

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Pull off the road at the next safe stopping point, rest or sleep, and do not drive again until you feel fully alert. The correct answer is to stop and rest. Drowsiness impairs reaction time as severely as alcohol. Opening windows and loud music provide only momentary relief. Caffeine takes time to work and is not a safe substitute for sleep. On long Omani desert highways, plan rest stops every two hours. Confirm fatigue-driving rules with the Royal Oman Police.

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Open the windows and turn up the air conditioning to stay awake

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Drink a large coffee and continue at a slightly lower speed

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Turn up the radio loudly and keep going to reach the next town

Question 10

What must a driver do when facing a red traffic signal in Oman?

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Stop completely behind the stop line and wait for the signal to change. A red traffic signal requires a full stop behind the stop line. Proceeding through a red light is a serious offence in Oman, carrying a significant fine and black points regardless of whether other vehicles or pedestrians are present at the time.

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Slow down and proceed if no other traffic is visible

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Proceed carefully if the intersection appears clear

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Stop only if pedestrians are actively crossing

Question 11

This sign is positioned outside a school. What extra precautions should you take?

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Reduce speed significantly and watch carefully for children crossing. The Children Crossing sign warns that children - who may behave unpredictably and step out without looking - are likely to cross here. Reduce speed well before the area, scan both sides of the road, and be prepared to stop at any time, not only at school opening and closing times.

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Sound the horn to warn children and maintain normal speed

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Slow down only if a crossing warden is present

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Slow down only during official school hours

Question 12

When should you switch from high beam to low beam headlights on an Oman road at night?

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When an oncoming vehicle or a vehicle ahead is close enough that high beam would dazzle them. High beam improves your forward visibility but blinds oncoming drivers and those ahead of you. Switch to low beam when you can see another vehicle approaching or when you are following another vehicle. Confirm the exact switching distance with the Royal Oman Police.

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Only when a police officer signals you to do so

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Only in built-up areas that have street lighting

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High beam should always be used at night for maximum safety

Question 13

At an unmarked Y-junction (fork in the road) you arrive at the same time as a vehicle coming from the road that merges in from your right. Who gives way?

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You give way to the vehicle coming from the right. At an unmarked Y-junction, the same rule applies as at any unmarked junction: give way to traffic on your right. The vehicle approaching from your right has priority regardless of whether the road merges. Always confirm with the Royal Oman Police.

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The vehicle on the right gives way because it is merging into your road

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The vehicle travelling faster has priority

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Both vehicles stop until one driver waves the other through

Question 14

How long should you plan to drive before taking a rest break on a long Omani desert highway to reduce fatigue risk?

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No more than two hours of continuous driving. The correct answer is approximately two hours maximum. Fatigue begins to build well before you feel obviously sleepy, reducing concentration and reaction time. On monotonous desert roads the effect is amplified. Plan stops every 1.5 to 2 hours, even if you feel fine. Confirm with the Royal Oman Police for any legally specified rest requirements.

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No more than six hours, as that is the legal limit

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You can drive until you feel tired and then stop

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Rest breaks are only necessary after 500 km

Question 15

A driver runs a red light in Oman but no police officer is nearby. Can they assume they will not be penalised?

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No, automated red-light cameras capture violations and a fine notice is issued to the registered owner. Red-light enforcement cameras operate continuously. Even without a visible officer, the camera records the number plate and a fine is automatically issued to the vehicle's registered owner. Assuming you will not be caught is a serious mistake.

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Yes, if there is no officer on duty there is no record of the violation

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Only if another driver files a report with police

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Yes, cameras only operate between 6 am and 10 pm

Question 16

You see this sign ahead. What does it mean and how should you respond?

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The road surface ahead may be slippery - reduce speed and avoid sharp inputs. The Slippery Road warning sign means the road surface reduces tyre grip - this can be due to wet weather, oil, sand, fresh tarmac, or other causes. Reduce speed, avoid sudden braking or sharp steering, and increase your following distance significantly.

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The road is flooded and closed

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Loose gravel is scattered across the road

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Sand dunes are encroaching on the carriageway

Question 17

When should you use front fog lights in Oman?

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Only in fog, thick dust, or heavy rain when visibility is seriously reduced. Fog lights are designed specifically for poor-visibility conditions such as thick fog, dust storms, or heavy rain. Using them in clear conditions dazzles other drivers and is illegal. Switch them off once visibility improves.

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At all times as additional lighting for safety

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On unlit rural roads at night as a substitute for headlights

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Whenever driving below 60 km/h

Question 18

You want to take the second exit at a two-lane roundabout. Which lane should you normally use to enter?

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Use the right lane for the first exit and the left lane for exits beyond the first, unless signs say otherwise. For the first exit use the right lane; for exits beyond the first use the left lane, unless road markings or signs indicate otherwise. This prevents lane conflict on the roundabout. Always follow road markings and confirm with the Royal Oman Police.

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Always use the right lane regardless of which exit you take

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Always use the left lane regardless of which exit you take

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Lane choice on a roundabout does not matter as long as you signal

Question 19

Which of the following is a reliable early warning sign that you are too fatigued to drive safely on a desert highway in Oman?

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You find yourself repeatedly blinking hard, struggling to focus, or missing road signs you know you passed. The correct answer is micro-sleeps, hard blinking, and missing road features. These are signs that your brain is struggling to stay awake. Fatigue is dangerous because drivers often misjudge how impaired they are. If you notice any of these signs, pull off the road safely immediately. Confirm fatigue-driving guidance with the Royal Oman Police.

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You feel slightly thirsty but your reaction time feels normal

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The sun is in your eyes and you have been driving for 30 minutes

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Your passenger has fallen asleep

Question 20

Approaching a traffic signal in Oman, the light changes from green to amber. You could stop safely. What should you do?

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Slow down and stop if it is safe to do so. An amber light is a signal to prepare to stop, not an invitation to speed up. If you can stop safely, you must do so. Deliberately accelerating through an amber and then crossing the line on red is treated as a red-light offence in Oman.

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Accelerate to clear the junction before the red phase

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Flash your headlights to alert other drivers you are continuing

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Maintain your current speed; amber is advisory only

Question 21

This sign is placed on a fast road approaching an intersection. What should you do?

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Reduce speed and be ready to stop at traffic lights ahead. The Traffic Signals Ahead warning sign tells you that traffic lights are approaching. Reduce your speed and prepare to stop. Running a red light is one of the most heavily penalised traffic offences in Oman.

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Increase speed to clear the lights before they change

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The lights are for cross-traffic only - continue without slowing

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Stop immediately at the sign and wait

Question 22

You are driving at night on an unlit Oman highway with no other traffic visible. Which lights should you use?

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High beam headlights, switching to low beam the moment another vehicle appears. On a dark open road with no other vehicles, high beam gives maximum forward visibility and is the correct choice. You must switch to low beam the moment another vehicle comes into view to avoid dazzling that driver.

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Low beam only at all times for safety

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Sidelights only at low speed

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Fog lights because they give a wider spread

Question 23

You are on a roundabout in the right (outer) lane. A driver in the left (inner) lane tries to cross into your lane to exit. Who should give way?

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The driver moving from the inner lane to the outer lane must give way to you. A driver changing lanes on a roundabout must give way to vehicles already in the lane they are entering. The outer (right) lane driver has priority over someone moving outward from the inner lane. Always confirm with the Royal Oman Police.

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You must give way because the inner lane driver is closer to the exit

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Whoever signals first has priority

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Both drivers have equal priority on a roundabout at all times

Question 24

You are driving on an Omani road in thick fog. Which lights should you use?

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Dipped (low-beam) headlights and front/rear fog lights if fitted. The correct answer is dipped headlights and fog lights. Full beam reflects off the fog and creates glare that reduces your own visibility and blinds oncoming drivers. Hazard lights are for a stationary vehicle or slow-moving hazard, not for driving in fog. Confirm Omani legal requirements for fog lights with the Royal Oman Police.

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Full-beam (high-beam) headlights for maximum visibility

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Hazard lights only, so others can see you are stopped

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No lights; they reflect off the fog and make things worse

Question 25

Running a red light in Oman adds black points to a driver's record. What happens when enough black points accumulate?

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The driving licence is suspended until the points are reduced or the suspension period is served. Oman operates a demerit (black points) system. Accumulating a set number of points leads to mandatory licence suspension. The exact threshold can change; confirm the current rules with the Royal Oman Police.

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Nothing; points are reset automatically at the start of each month

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The driver receives a warning letter but keeps their licence

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The driver is immediately arrested without a suspension notice

Question 26

On a multi-lane road in Oman, which lane is designated for overtaking?

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The left (fast) lane. In Oman, as in all GCC countries driving on the right, the left lane is the fast or overtaking lane. You move into the left lane to overtake, then return to the right lane. Remaining in the left lane when not overtaking can result in a fine.

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The right lane

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The centre lane only on three-lane roads

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Any lane may be used for overtaking at any time

Question 27

On which side of the road should you park in Oman when parking on the road itself?

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On the right side, parallel to and close to the kerb. In Oman (right-hand traffic) you park on the right side of the road, parallel with and close to the kerb. Parking on the left side would put you facing oncoming traffic, which is illegal and dangerous.

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On the left side, facing oncoming traffic

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On either side, whichever is more convenient

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In the centre if the lanes are wide enough

Question 28

You want to turn right from a major road into a side street. Oncoming traffic is continuous. What should you do?

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Wait near the centre of the road until there is a safe gap in oncoming traffic. When turning right across oncoming traffic, you must wait for a safe gap before completing the turn. Oncoming traffic has the right of way. Position your vehicle safely near the centre line while waiting. Always confirm with the Royal Oman Police.

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Turn right quickly between vehicles and let oncoming traffic adjust

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Flash your headlights to ask oncoming drivers to slow down for you

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Sound the horn and turn right; you have priority because you are on the major road

Question 29

What speed adjustment should you make when driving in fog on an Omani highway?

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Slow down until your stopping distance is within the distance you can actually see ahead. The correct answer is to slow down so you can stop within the distance you can see. This principle is called 'driving within your vision.' If you cannot see 100 metres ahead and your stopping distance at current speed is 120 metres, you cannot avoid a hazard. Increase following distance significantly and consider pulling off if visibility becomes dangerously low. Confirm with the Royal Oman Police.

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Reduce speed by exactly 20 km/h below the posted limit

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Keep to the posted speed limit but follow the vehicle ahead closely

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Speed up to clear the fog zone quickly

Question 30

What is 'tailgating' and why is it a traffic offence in Oman?

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Following the vehicle ahead too closely, reducing reaction time and increasing accident risk. Tailgating means driving dangerously close to the vehicle ahead. It is prohibited because the driver has insufficient time to brake safely if the leading vehicle stops suddenly. Oman's traffic law requires a safe following distance at all times.

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Driving with the tailgate (boot lid) open, which creates a road obstruction

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Overtaking another vehicle on the right side

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Driving slowly in the outside lane of a dual carriageway

Dhofar Royal Oman Police - Oman Theory Mock Test 3

Dhofar Royal Oman Police - Oman Theory Mock Test 3

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