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Dubai RTA - 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

At a roundabout in the UAE, who normally has priority?

Top-down 1-lane roundabout driven anticlockwise; red car A moving ahead; white car B moving ahead.
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 Dubai RTA Theory Test Questions PDF.

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  1. Q11
    Traffic rules

    How should you join a motorway from an acceleration (slip) lane?

    Top-down 3-lane highway showing merge; red car A moving ahead; white car B moving ahead.
    • AStop at the end of the slip lane and wait for a complete gap in all lanes
    • BEnter at low speed and expect motorway traffic to slow for you
    • CBuild up speed on the slip lane, check mirrors and blind spot, then merge into a safe gap without forcing others to brake
    • DCross straight to the fastest lane as soon as you join

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  2. Q12
    Traffic rules

    When is it appropriate to use your horn?

    Illustration of horn misuse.
    • ATo show anger or frustration at other drivers
    • BTo greet friends or celebrate
    • CBriefly, to warn others of your presence and help avoid a collision
    • DContinuously in slow traffic to make cars move

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  3. Q13
    Traffic rules

    What is the correct use of hazard warning lights?

    Illustration of hazard lights.
    • ATo let you park illegally for a short time
    • BTo warn others that your vehicle is stationary and causing an obstruction, or suddenly slowing in an emergency
    • CTo drive faster through traffic
    • DAs a substitute for indicators when turning

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  4. Q14
    Traffic rules

    What should you do when driving through a road tunnel?

    Driver's view through the windscreen: tunnel.
    • ATurn all your lights off to avoid dazzling others
    • BUse full-beam headlights the whole way through
    • CStop to take photos if the tunnel is impressive
    • DSwitch on your dipped headlights, keep a safe distance and do not stop or reverse

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  5. Q15
    Traffic rules

    Before changing lanes, what is the safest routine?

    Top-down 3-lane highway showing merge; red car A moving ahead.
    • ACheck mirrors, signal, check the blind spot, then move over smoothly when clear
    • BSignal and move immediately without checking mirrors
    • CMove first and signal afterwards
    • DRely only on the reversing camera

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  6. Q16
    Traffic rules

    What is the rule about a yellow box junction (cross-hatched area)?

    Top-down crossroads with traffic lights showing green and a yellow box junction; red car A waiting.
    • AStop inside it and wait for the next green light
    • BYou may park in it for short stops
    • CDo not enter it unless your exit is clear, so you do not block the junction
    • DIt marks a lane reserved for buses only

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  7. Q17
    Traffic rules

    How should you signal your intended exit at a roundabout?

    Top-down 1-lane roundabout driven anticlockwise; red car A turning right; white car B moving ahead.
    • ASignal right just after you pass the exit before the one you want, so others know you are leaving
    • BNever signal on a roundabout
    • CSignal left the whole way around
    • DOnly signal if a police car is behind you

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  8. Q18
    Traffic rules

    How should you drive in a marked school zone?

    Driver's view through the windscreen: school zone.
    • AMaintain the normal road speed limit
    • BSound your horn continuously to warn children
    • CSlow down, obey the reduced speed limit and watch carefully for children
    • DOvertake stopped vehicles quickly to clear the zone

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  9. Q19
    Traffic rules

    What must you do at a pedestrian crossing when someone is waiting or crossing?

    Top-down 2-lane two way road with pedestrian crossing markings, pedestrian ahead; red car A waiting.
    • ASpeed up to pass before they step out
    • BSound your horn so they wait for you
    • COnly stop if a traffic officer is present
    • DGive way and let pedestrians cross safely

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  10. Q20
    Traffic rules

    What is the general rule about reversing your vehicle?

    Top-down 2-lane two way road with broken markings, pedestrian ahead; red car A reversing.
    • AReverse freely on any road as long as you are quick
    • BYou may reverse on a motorway if you miss your exit
    • CReversing does not require you to check behind
    • DOnly reverse when it is safe and necessary, for the shortest distance, giving way to others

    Answer and explanation in the bank

Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 20-question timed test.

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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 Dubai RTA light vehicle theory test?

The official RTA light vehicle theory test in Dubai 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 Dubai RTA Theory Test Questions PDF (AED 15, one payment), with every question in the bank.

What does the Dubai 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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