DKTKey points on fatigue for the Northern Territory learner test. Each answer is checked against the official Northern Territory handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.
Which is the only reliable way to overcome tiredness while driving?
Answer: Stopping safely to get some sleep
Fresh air, coffee and loud music do not remove fatigue. Pull over safely and rest or nap.
Practice question 359 · official source
Which of these is an early warning sign of driver fatigue?
Answer: Yawning and trouble keeping in your lane
Yawning, poor concentration, drifting in the lane, slow reactions and missing signs all warn that you need to rest.
Practice question 360 · official source
At 100 km/h, how far will you travel during a 4 second microsleep?
Answer: More than 110 metres
At 100 km/h you cover roughly 28 metres every second, so a 4 second microsleep means over 110 metres with no one in control.
Practice question 361 · official source
Being awake for around 17 hours can affect your driving about as much as which BAC?
Answer: About 0.05
After about 17 hours awake, driving performance is similar to having a BAC of around 0.05.
Practice question 362 · official source
On a long trip, how often should you take a break from driving?
Answer: At least every 2 hours
Plan regular breaks, at least every two hours, even if you do not feel tired. Share the driving if you can.
Practice question 363 · official source
You feel drowsy while driving on a highway. What should you do?
Answer: Pull over somewhere safe and rest or take a short nap
As soon as you notice signs of fatigue, stop in a safe place and rest. Do not wait for a microsleep.
Practice question 364 · official source
When is the risk of a fatigue-related crash highest?
Answer: Late at night and early morning, when you would normally sleep
Avoid driving at times when your body naturally wants to sleep. Fatal fatigue crash risk is several times higher late at night and early morning.
Practice question 365 · official source
Can fatigue affect you on a short, everyday trip such as driving to work?
Answer: Yes, it can affect you on any trip, long or short
Fatigue is not only a problem on long drives or at night. It can catch you on the way to work or home after a long day.
Practice question 366 · official source
You are planning a long drive. Which is the best way to reduce fatigue risk?
Answer: Be well rested, share driving and plan regular breaks
Good sleep before you go, sharing the driving and planned breaks are the most effective ways to manage fatigue.
Practice question 367 · official source
You feel sleepy on a long trip. What is the best thing to do?
Answer: Stop in a safe place and rest or nap
Sleep is the only cure for tiredness. Park safely and take a break or a short nap.