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Abu Dhabi ITC - UAE Road Rules Test 1

First 20 questions on UAE traffic rules - lane discipline, roundabouts, seat belts, mobile phone use, speed limits and more. Essential knowledge for any UAE driver.

Free sample · 1 of 10Full test: 20 questions, 15 to pass
Q1
Traffic rules

When should you use front or rear fog lights?

Driver's view through the windscreen: fog.
Pick an answer to see the reason.

The other 10 questions in this test

Read them all. The answer and the reason for each, and the timed 20-question run, are in the Abu Dhabi ITC Theory Test Questions PDF.

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  1. Q11
    Traffic rules

    Two lanes are merging into one because of roadworks. What is the safe and courteous approach?

    Top-down 2-lane highway showing lane closed; red car A moving ahead; white car B moving ahead.
    • ATake turns to merge in a zip fashion, one vehicle from each lane
    • BForce your way in without letting anyone else go
    • CStop completely and wait for every other car to pass
    • DStraddle both lanes so no one can pass you

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  2. Q12
    Traffic rules

    When should dipped headlights normally be switched on?

    Close-up of the car's headlights.
    • AOnly when another car flashes you first
    • BNever, so you save the battery
    • CAt night and when visibility is poor, such as in rain, fog or dust
    • DOnly on unlit desert roads

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  3. Q13
    Traffic rules

    Which statement about lane discipline on a UAE motorway is correct?

    Top-down 3-lane highway showing merge; red car A moving ahead.
    • AFrequent quick lane changes are fine if you are a skilled driver
    • BYou should not weave between lanes; move in a planned, signalled way and keep right when not overtaking
    • CYou may cross several lanes at once to reach your exit
    • DStraddling two lanes is allowed in heavy traffic

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  4. Q14
    Traffic rules

    You are on a motorway and realise you are about to miss your exit. What should you do?

    Top-down 3-lane highway showing exit; red car A turning right.
    • AReverse along the hard shoulder to reach the slip road
    • BStop and wait for a gap to cross back
    • CContinue to the next exit and turn around safely; do not reverse or stop
    • DMake a sudden swerve across all lanes to the exit

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  5. Q15
    Traffic rules

    What is the correct action when you want to turn left at a junction (into a road on your left)?

    Top-down crossroads with no signs or signals; red car A moving ahead; white car B moving ahead.
    • ASignal left in good time, move to the correct lane, and give way to pedestrians and oncoming traffic as required
    • BSwing wide to the right first, then cut left
    • CTurn without signalling if the road looks empty
    • DCross from the far right lane at the last moment

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  6. Q16
    Traffic rules

    What should you do as you leave a roundabout?

    Top-down 1-lane roundabout driven anticlockwise; red car A turning right; white car B moving ahead.
    • AStop on the roundabout to check your exit
    • BSignal right as you leave
    • CSignal left, check your mirrors and the lane you are moving into, then exit smoothly
    • DCut across other lanes without signalling

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  7. Q17
    Traffic rules

    A pedestrian has started to cross at a zebra or marked crossing as you approach. What must you do?

    Top-down 2-lane two way road with pedestrian crossing markings, pedestrian ahead; red car A waiting.
    • ADrive around them if there is room
    • BStop and allow them to finish crossing before you continue
    • CEdge forward to hurry them along
    • DContinue at speed as you have priority

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  8. Q18
    Traffic rules

    Which of these is the correct rule about stopping or parking in a tunnel?

    Driver's view through the windscreen: tunnel.
    • AYou may stop briefly to answer your phone
    • BParking in tunnels is allowed if you keep your engine running
    • CYou must not stop or park in a tunnel except in a genuine emergency, when you should use hazard lights
    • DYou may stop anywhere as long as you switch on fog lights

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  9. Q19
    Traffic rules

    Why should you avoid staying in the overtaking lane after you have passed a vehicle?

    Top-down 3-lane highway showing merge; red car A overtaking; white car B moving ahead.
    • ABecause the overtaking lane is only for motorcycles
    • BBecause you should return to the right to keep the overtaking lane free for others
    • CBecause staying left saves fuel
    • DThere is no reason; you can stay there indefinitely

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  10. Q20
    Traffic rules

    What should you check before opening your car door after parking at the roadside?

    Top-down kerb parking with black white kerb; red car A parked.
    • ANothing, since other road users must avoid your door
    • BOnly whether your mirror is folded
    • CLook for approaching traffic, cyclists and pedestrians so you do not open into their path
    • DOnly the weather outside

    Answer and explanation in the bank

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What this test covers

Topics include road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, fines and penalties, and the safe-driving rules specific to your vehicle category. Full question-by-question feedback with explanations is shown immediately after you finish the test above.

Frequently asked questions

How many questions is the Abu Dhabi ITC light vehicle theory test?

The official ITC light vehicle theory test in Abu Dhabi has 40 questions and you need 30 correct (75%) to pass. This practice test has 20 questions.

Is this the real exam?

These are practice questions for study only, written from the public RTA handbook and UAE traffic rules and to what candidates report from the real test. They are not the official exam questions and Wathim is not affiliated with the RTA, ITC, SRTA or any UAE government body. Test format, question count and pass mark can change and vary by emirate, so always confirm the current requirements with the licensing authority before your real test.

Is this practice test free?

The first 10 questions are free, with no signup, and each shows the answer and the reason. The full 20-question test, timed, is in the Abu Dhabi ITC Theory Test Questions PDF (AED 15, one payment), with every question in the bank.

What does the Abu Dhabi 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.

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