Al Daayen General Directorate of Traffic - Qatar Theory Mock Test 3

Q: How many questions is the Al Daayen General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test?

The official General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test in Al Daayen 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 Qatar exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the General Directorate of Traffic (Ministry of Interior) and the driving schools, and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the traffic department (for example via the Metrash2 service).

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 Al Daayen 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

Who has priority when entering a roundabout in Qatar under standard GCC rules?

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Traffic already circulating on the roundabout. Under the GCC standard (which follows the Vienna Convention), vehicles already circulating on the roundabout have priority over vehicles entering. You must give way when joining unless signs or markings indicate otherwise.

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Traffic entering from the right

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Traffic entering from the widest road

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The first vehicle to enter the roundabout

Question 2

What speed should you observe when driving through a school zone in Qatar during active school hours?

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The reduced limit shown on the school zone sign, typically lower than the surrounding road. School zone speed limits are mandatory and apply during the posted hours (commonly when children are arriving or departing). Confirm the specific limits with the General Directorate of Traffic. Penalties for speeding in school zones are typically higher than standard speeding fines.

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The same as the surrounding area, as school signs are advisory only

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No more than 100 km/h regardless of the sign

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School zones only apply to buses and minivans

Question 3

A STOP sign is placed at the end of a minor road. You can see the main road is completely empty. What must you do?

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Stop completely at the stop line, check, and then proceed. A STOP sign requires a complete stop at the stop line, regardless of whether you can see any traffic. This allows you to properly check for hazards that may not be immediately visible. Confirm with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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Slow down and proceed since the road is empty

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Stop only if you see another vehicle approaching

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Flash your headlights and proceed without stopping

Question 4

What should you do if you feel drowsy while driving on a long expressway journey in Qatar?

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Pull off safely at the next exit or service area and rest before continuing. Drowsiness impairs judgment and reaction time comparably to alcohol. Opening windows and increasing radio volume provide only brief, unreliable relief. The only safe action is to stop driving. Even a 15-to-20 minute rest can significantly restore alertness. Never rely on stimulants to override the need for sleep.

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Open the window and turn up the radio to stay awake

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Drink extra coffee and reduce speed slightly to compensate

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Keep driving as long as you are still able to see the road clearly

Question 5

In Qatar, which penalty scenario most accurately reflects the consequences for deliberate wrong-way driving on a main road?

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Heavy fines, a large number of black points, potential vehicle confiscation and criminal prosecution for reckless endangerment.. Deliberately driving against traffic is treated as a serious endangerment of human life in Qatar. Penalties reflect that severity and can include large fines, many black points, vehicle confiscation and criminal prosecution. There is no caution system for this offence. Confirm current amounts with the General Directorate of Traffic via Metrash2.

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A modest fine and three black points, the same as a red-light offence.

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A caution for a first offence, with stricter penalties only on recurrence.

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No criminal exposure unless a collision results.

Question 6

What does a sign showing a white arrow pointing straight ahead on a blue background in a roundabout mean?

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You must follow the direction shown by the arrow and continue in the indicated direction. Blue mandatory signs with white arrows indicate the direction you must travel. Inside or near a roundabout, they direct you to keep to a lane or follow a specific route. Disobeying a mandatory direction sign is a traffic offence.

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You may exit at any point of the roundabout

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No entry from this direction

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Lane reserved for buses only

Question 7

A school bus has stopped with its warning lights flashing and its stop sign arm extended in Qatar. What must approaching drivers do?

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Stop and wait until the bus moves and the signals are withdrawn. When a school bus is stopped with warning lights and a stop sign extended, all traffic that would pass the bus must stop. Children crossing the road cannot be seen easily and may behave unpredictably. Only proceed when the bus moves and all signals are withdrawn.

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Reduce speed to 30 km/h and pass carefully

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Only vehicles behind the bus must stop; oncoming traffic may continue

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Sound the horn to alert the children, then proceed

Question 8

You are driving on a main road. A vehicle from a side road on the right does not stop and pulls out in front of you. Who is legally at fault?

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The vehicle from the side road, which failed to give way to the main road. A driver emerging from a side road onto a main road must give way to traffic on the main road. Failing to do so places fault on the emerging driver. However, good defensive driving means anticipating such hazards. Confirm with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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You, because you should have anticipated the hazard

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Both drivers share equal fault

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Neither driver; it is considered an unavoidable accident

Question 9

Why must you not use a hand-held mobile phone while driving in Qatar?

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It causes mental distraction that reduces reaction time, and it is illegal under Qatar law. Using a hand-held phone while driving distracts visually (eyes off the road), manually (hand off the wheel), and cognitively (mind off driving). Research shows reaction time roughly doubles during a phone call. Qatar law prohibits hand-held phone use while driving and carries penalties. Confirm current fines and penalties with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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Phone signals interfere with the vehicle's electronic control systems

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It is only prohibited when driving in school zones

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Holding a phone prevents you from operating the wipers

Question 10

What must you do when you hear or see an emergency vehicle (police, ambulance or fire engine) approaching with lights and sirens active in Qatar?

Accepted Answer

Move safely to the right and allow the emergency vehicle to pass.. Qatar law requires drivers to yield to emergency vehicles that are responding with lights and sirens. You should move smoothly to the right, reduce speed and allow them to pass. Failing to give way delays emergency responses and is a fineable offence. Do not stop abruptly or block the lane.

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Speed up to clear the road ahead as quickly as possible.

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Continue driving at your current speed and let the emergency vehicle navigate around you.

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Stop immediately in your current lane, even if it blocks the emergency vehicle.

Question 11

What colour and shape are mandatory instruction signs in Qatar (signs that tell you what you MUST do)?

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Blue circle with white symbols. Mandatory instruction signs (things you must do, such as minimum speed or mandatory direction) use a blue circle with a white symbol under the Vienna Convention followed in Qatar. Do not confuse them with prohibition signs, which use a red circle.

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Red triangle with white background

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Green rectangle with white text

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Yellow diamond with black symbols

Question 12

A pedestrian is waiting at a marked crossing in Qatar. What must you do?

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Give way to the pedestrian before proceeding through the crossing. Pedestrians at a marked crossing have the right of way. You must yield and wait for them to fully cross before driving through. Flashing lights or sounding the horn to hurry a pedestrian is not an acceptable substitute for stopping.

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Flash your lights to indicate it is safe for them to cross

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Proceed quickly so the pedestrian can cross behind you

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Sound your horn to warn them and then continue

Question 13

You are in a multi-lane roundabout in the outer (left) lane. You realise you need to take an exit that is normally taken from the inner (right) lane. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Continue around the roundabout in the outer lane and exit at a later safe exit, then re-route. You must not change lanes in a way that cuts across other vehicles. If you miss your planned exit, continue around the roundabout safely and exit at a later point. Confirm lane discipline rules with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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Cut across the inner lane immediately to reach your exit

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Stop in the roundabout and wait for traffic to clear

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Sound your horn and force your way across to the inner lane

Question 14

Even when using a hands-free phone system while driving, what risk remains?

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Cognitive distraction, meaning your mind is partially on the conversation rather than the road. Hands-free systems remove the physical handling of a phone but do not eliminate cognitive distraction. Research consistently shows that drivers in a phone conversation miss visual information they would otherwise notice. If a conversation becomes complex or emotional, end the call safely and stop the vehicle.

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The microphone can interfere with the horn

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Hands-free systems are perfectly safe and carry no increased crash risk

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The speaker volume can prevent you from hearing sirens

Question 15

What penalty can a driver face in Qatar for failing to give way to an emergency vehicle on lights and sirens?

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A fine and black points. Confirm current amounts with the General Directorate of Traffic via Metrash2.. Failing to yield to an emergency vehicle displaying lights and sirens is a fineable offence in Qatar. The law does not require proof of deliberate obstruction. Simply not moving out of the way is sufficient for an infraction. Confirm current fine and black-point amounts with the General Directorate of Traffic via Metrash2.

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No penalty if the driver did not hear the siren.

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Only a penalty if the emergency vehicle is delayed by more than two minutes.

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A verbal caution from the emergency crew only.

Question 16

What is the penalty for running a Stop sign in Qatar?

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A fine and black points on the driving licence; confirm exact penalties with the General Directorate of Traffic. Failing to stop at a Stop sign in Qatar carries a financial fine and black points on your licence. The exact amounts are set by the General Directorate of Traffic and may be updated, so always confirm the current penalties directly with the authorities.

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A verbal warning only on first offence

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Immediate licence suspension

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No penalty if no accident occurs

Question 17

A visually impaired pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog is crossing a road in Qatar. What extra care must you take?

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Stop well before the crossing and wait until the person has completely cleared the road. A white cane or guide dog signals visual impairment. You must stop completely and give the person ample time and space to cross safely. They cannot see your vehicle's position, so any sound or movement near them could be disorienting or dangerous.

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No additional care is required beyond standard pedestrian rules

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Pass slowly and use your horn to help them hear you

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Proceed at walking pace alongside them

Question 18

An emergency vehicle on your right is at an intersection with its lights and siren active, but has a red traffic light. You have a green light. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Wait and give way to the emergency vehicle even though you have a green light. Emergency vehicles have right of way over all other traffic, including traffic with a green light. You must give way to an emergency vehicle regardless of the signal showing for your lane. Confirm with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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Proceed on your green light; the emergency vehicle must wait

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Stop and wait for police directions

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Proceed cautiously at half speed

Question 19

You are loading a pickup truck for a long inter-city journey in Qatar. What is the most important safety rule for the load?

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The load must be secured so it cannot shift, fall off, or become a projectile in a sudden stop or crash. An unsecured load can shift and destabilise the vehicle during cornering or emergency manoeuvres, or become a dangerous projectile if the vehicle stops suddenly. Use straps, nets, or covers appropriate to the load type. An unsecured load that falls from a vehicle causes danger to other road users and is an offence. Confirm requirements with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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Loads only need securing if they extend beyond the vehicle sides

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Any load is safe if the tailgate is closed

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Load weight does not affect braking distance on Qatar's modern roads

Question 20

On a busy dual carriageway in Qatar, an ambulance with lights and sirens is approaching from behind. All lanes are heavily congested. What should drivers do?

Accepted Answer

Each driver should edge as far right as safely possible to create a corridor in the middle or left lane for the ambulance.. Even in heavy traffic, every driver has an obligation to create as much space as possible for emergency vehicles. Coordinated movement to the right can open a corridor. In Qatar, as in most Gulf states, the convention is to create space toward the right shoulder. Failing to attempt to yield is still an offence.

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Stop in the current lane and do nothing, as there is no space to move.

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Accelerate to try to reach a gap in traffic further ahead.

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Move to the left lane to let the ambulance use the right lane.

Question 21

What does it mean when a road sign is accompanied by a rectangular supplementary plate below it?

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The plate gives additional information, such as the times or vehicles to which the sign applies. Supplementary plates below a sign modify or restrict its meaning, for example showing the hours during which a parking ban applies or the class of vehicle affected. Always read both the sign and any plate together.

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The sign below the plate always cancels the sign above

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The main sign applies only in emergencies

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The sign is a temporary restriction

Question 22

Before reversing in Qatar, what must you do?

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Check all around the vehicle for people, obstacles, and other traffic before moving. Before reversing you must check all mirrors and look directly around the vehicle for pedestrians, cyclists, children, and obstacles. You cannot rely on horns or reversing sensors alone. You remain responsible for the safety of your manoeuvre.

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Sound your horn once and begin reversing

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Reversing is always the responsibility of other road users to avoid

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Switch on high-beam headlights so others can see you

Question 23

You are approaching a level crossing with a red flashing light and no barriers. The light stops flashing. When may you proceed?

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Only after you are certain no train is approaching and the crossing is clear. When flashing red lights stop, look and listen carefully before crossing. A second train may be approaching. Never cross until you are sure it is safe. Confirm level crossing procedures with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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Immediately when the flashing stops

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After waiting exactly 30 seconds

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As soon as the first car ahead of you moves

Question 24

How does a heavy or overloaded roof rack affect your vehicle's handling?

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It raises the centre of gravity and increases rollover risk, especially on corners. A high, heavy load raises the vehicle's centre of gravity, making it more likely to roll over during sharp cornering or sudden lane changes. It also increases braking distance and can affect steering. Always check the manufacturer's maximum roof load rating and drive with extra care when carrying roof loads.

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It lowers the centre of gravity and improves stability

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It increases fuel efficiency by reducing wind resistance

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It has no effect on handling as long as the load is distributed evenly

Question 25

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking in Qatar?

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Parking in front of a fire hydrant or on a yellow kerb line.. Parking in front of a fire hydrant or on a yellow-lined kerb is prohibited in Qatar. These restrictions protect emergency access and traffic flow. Violations attract fines and may result in the vehicle being towed. Always check for kerb markings and signs before leaving your vehicle.

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Parking in a paid public car park for the permitted time.

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Parking in a clearly marked residential bay outside peak hours.

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Parking in a multi-storey car park at night.

Question 26

A speed-limit sign shows 80 km/h. A supplementary plate below it reads 06:00 - 22:00. What is the speed limit at 03:00?

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The national or road default limit, as the 80 km/h restriction only applies between 06:00 and 22:00. A supplementary plate showing hours means the sign applies only during those times. Outside those hours, the standard road or national default limit applies. Confirm what that default is with the General Directorate of Traffic for the specific road type.

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80 km/h, because speed limits are always in force

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120 km/h, the standard night expressway limit

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40 km/h, because extra care is required at night

Question 27

On which type of road is reversing absolutely prohibited in Qatar?

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Motorways and expressways. Reversing on a motorway or expressway is strictly prohibited and extremely dangerous. If you miss a turn or exit, continue to the next exit. Other drivers are travelling at high speed and will not expect a vehicle moving in reverse.

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Narrow residential streets

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Roads with a speed limit above 60 km/h

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All roads during daytime hours

Question 28

You are on a dual carriageway and want to make a U-turn at a designated U-turn gap. Who has priority?

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Oncoming traffic on the other carriageway that you must cross. When making a U-turn across a dual carriageway, you must give way to all oncoming traffic on the carriageway you are crossing into. A designated U-turn gap does not give you automatic right of way. Confirm with the General Directorate of Traffic.

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You, because you are using a designated U-turn point

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Traffic behind you that is also waiting to U-turn

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No one; both sides must stop for a U-turn

Question 29

What is the correct procedure if your accelerator pedal sticks while driving?

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Apply the brakes firmly, shift to neutral, steer to the side of the road, and stop safely. With a stuck accelerator, braking while in drive will slow most vehicles despite engine power. Shifting to neutral disconnects engine drive and allows normal braking. Do not switch off the ignition at speed because it can lock the steering column on some vehicles and will disable power-assisted steering and brakes. Steer to safety and stop.

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Switch off the ignition key while travelling at speed to cut the engine

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Pump the accelerator rapidly to free it before braking

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Signal right and continue until the vehicle slows naturally

Question 30

A driver parks their vehicle partially blocking a pedestrian crossing in Qatar while they go to collect a takeaway order. What may happen?

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The vehicle can be fined and towed, even for a short stop. Pedestrian crossings must never be blocked.. Blocking a pedestrian crossing is an illegal parking offence in Qatar regardless of how briefly the vehicle is stopped. It endangers pedestrians, especially those with disabilities or children. The vehicle can be fined and towed. Confirm current fines with the General Directorate of Traffic via Metrash2.

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It is acceptable for stops of five minutes or less.

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Only an offence if a pedestrian complains to the police.

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The driver will only receive a warning if it is a first offence.

Al Daayen General Directorate of Traffic - Qatar Theory Mock Test 3

Al Daayen General Directorate of Traffic - Qatar Theory Mock Test 3

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