DKTKey points on more safe driving for the New Zealand learner test. Each answer is checked against the official New Zealand handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.
You must stop at a railway crossing that has a limit line. Where should you stop?
Answer: Behind the limit line, or at least 5 m back if there is none
Stop behind the limit line. Without one, stay at least 5 m away so that if you are hit from behind you are not shunted on to the tracks.
Practice question 95 · official source
You are the driver and a passenger aged 10 is in the car. Who is responsible for making sure they wear a seat belt?
Answer: You, because you are the driver of the car
The driver must make sure that every passenger aged 8 to 14 wears their seat belt correctly while the vehicle is moving.
Practice question 96 · official source
For how long should you signal before pulling out from the kerb or changing lanes?
Answer: At least 3 seconds
Signal for at least 3 seconds before you move, and turn your indicator off when you have finished the manoeuvre.
Practice question 97 · official source
Your car starts to slide on ice. What should you do?
Answer: Ease off the accelerator and steer into the skid smoothly
Ease off the accelerator, look where you want to go and steer into the skid. Braking makes the slide worse until you regain control.
Practice question 98 · official source
What does a speed limit sign tell you?
Answer: The maximum speed in good conditions, so you may need to go slower
The speed limit is the maximum in good conditions. Choose a speed suited to traffic, weather, hazards and the road.
Practice question 99 · official source
What is the minimum legal tyre tread depth?
Answer: 1.5 mm
The minimum legal tread depth is 1.5 mm, but more tread gives better grip. Check tyres monthly.