Rules of the Road

When are you allowed to use your hooter (horn) in a built-up area?

South African learner's licence practice question. Difficulty: medium.

Answer: The hooter should only be used to avoid an accident or to warn of imminent danger. Using it casually in built-up areas is prohibited.

  1. A. Any time to warn pedestrians
  2. B. Only to avoid an accident - correct
  3. C. Any time you need to get another driver's attention
  4. D. Whenever you feel it is safe

Explanation

The hooter should only be used to avoid an accident or to warn of imminent danger. Using it casually in built-up areas is prohibited.

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