DKTKey points on more safe driving for the Queensland learner test. Each answer is checked against the official Queensland handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.
You have finished changing lanes. What should you do with your indicator?
Answer: Make sure it is turned off
A left-on indicator can mislead other drivers about what you are about to do.
Practice question 392 · official source
You are in the car approaching the intersection shown. How should you approach it?
Answer: At a speed that allows you to stop if you have to
Approach every intersection at a speed that allows you to stop and give way to vehicles in or approaching it. Many crashes happen at intersections.
Practice question 393 · official source
You wait at a crossing with no gates or lights for one train to pass. What should you do before crossing?
Answer: Check again in both directions for another train
Another train may be approaching on a second track or from the other direction. Always look and listen again before crossing.
Practice question 394 · official source
A railway level crossing has no gates, boom gates or flashing lights. What should you do as you approach it?
Answer: Slow down and look and listen for trains both ways
Take extra care where there are no gates or lights, especially in the country. Never drive onto a crossing if a train is approaching or the far side is blocked.
Practice question 395 · official source
It is sunset on a dull day and visibility is poor. What should you do with your lights?
Answer: Turn on your headlights (low beam)
Headlights must be on at night and when visibility is poor. Hazard lights are not for normal driving.
Practice question 396 · official source
What can happen if you take medicine and also drink alcohol?
Answer: The effects are unpredictable and driving is more dangerous
Mixing alcohol with drugs, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, has unpredictable effects.
Practice question 397 · official source
You are prescribed a new medicine. What should you do before driving?
Answer: Check the label and ask your doctor or pharmacist
Medicines can cause drowsiness and slower reactions. Check the label and get advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Practice question 398 · official source
Your medicine label warns that it may affect your ability to drive. What should you do?
Answer: Follow the warning and do not drive until you know it is safe
Medicines can cause drowsiness, blurred vision and slower reactions. If the label says not to drive, do not drive.
Practice question 399 · official source
Can over-the-counter cold and flu medicines affect your driving?
Answer: Yes, some cause drowsiness and slower reactions
Any medicine, including over-the-counter ones, can impair driving. Read the label or ask a pharmacist.
Practice question 400 · official source
You are stopped at red lights with your phone resting on your lap. Is this an offence in Queensland?
Answer: Yes, even when stopped in traffic
It is an offence to hold a phone or rest it on any part of your body while driving, even when stopped in traffic, and it need not be on or in use.