Abu Dhabi Theory Test- Section 15: Driving on Highways

The “Driving on Highways” section of the Abu Dhabi driving theory test covers essential rules for safe and efficient motorway travel.

Abu Dhabi Theory Test - Section 15: Driving on Highways

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What should you always do before changing lanes on a highway?

Honk to alert other drivers

Signal only

Check over your shoulder in addition to mirrors

Speed up and move quickly

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What should you avoid crossing on the highway to ensure safe driving?

Centerline markings

Broken lane markings

Dashed lane markings

Solid lane markings representing channelising lines

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What should you do before approaching curves on highways?

Maintain constant speed

Speed up to clear the curve quickly

Reduce your speed

Stop before the curve

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What is the correct action if you miss an exit on a highway?

Back up carefully to the missed exit

Stop and wait for assistance

Continue driving to the next exit; do not back up

Turn around in the deceleration lane

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What is the recommended behavior of drivers already on the highway towards merging vehicles?

Be courteous and allow vehicles to merge in front of them

Honk continuously to warn merging vehicles

Ignore merging vehicles

Speed up to prevent merging

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Before moving into the highway traffic from the acceleration lane, what should a driver do?

Look over the left shoulder and mirrors to ensure a sufficient gap

Signal right and move quickly

Wait for a traffic light signal

Move immediately without checking mirrors

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Which lane is generally considered the safest for driving on highways?

Any lane without signaling

Middle or right lane

Left lane

Shoulder lane

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What is the minimum speed rule on highways according to UAE Federal Traffic Law?

Drivers should always drive slow for safety

Vehicles must not be driven below the set minimum speed or at an unnecessarily slow speed

Vehicles can drive at any speed below the limit

Minimum speed is optional

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What should you do if vehicles in front of you are slow in the exit lane?

Use the shoulder to pass

Overtake them quickly

Honk to alert them

Be patient and do not overtake

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What is the maximum posted speed limit for all E roads (Emirates roads)?

100 Km/h

80 Km/h

120 Km/h

140 Km/h

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How should you maintain your speed when approaching an exit lane on a highway?

Stop before entering the exit lane

Speed up before exiting

Slow down abruptly before the exit lane

Maintain speed until you start approaching the entrance of the exit lane, then reduce gradually

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What should you never attempt to do on highways, even if you miss an exit?

Take the next exit

Back up

Continue driving forward

Use the shoulder to turn around

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What is the purpose of the acceleration lane on a highway?

To provide a rest area for drivers

To help drivers merge safely without endangering anyone

To allow drivers to slow down before merging

To serve as a parking lane

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When is it appropriate to use the left lane on highways?

To drive at normal speed

Only to overtake a slow moving vehicle

To exit the highway

To park temporarily

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On which side should a driver pass other vehicles traveling in the same direction?

In the shoulder lane

On the right

On the left

Either side is allowed

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Is it acceptable to drive below the minimum speed limit on highways if you feel unsafe at higher speeds?

No, driving below minimum speed is prohibited as it impedes traffic

Yes, if traffic is light

Yes, safety is more important than speed limits

Only in the left lane

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How should you adjust your speed when merging onto a highway via the acceleration lane?

Drive faster than the highway traffic

Accelerate to the speed of the highway traffic

Stop at the end of the lane before merging

Maintain a slow speed until fully merged

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How should drivers behave toward other vehicles when merging or exiting on highways?

Ignore other drivers’ signals

Drive aggressively to gain position

Be courteous and patient

Use the horn frequently to assert right of way

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When should you signal your intention to exit from a highway?

Only if traffic is heavy

Always before exiting

No need to signal when exiting

After entering the exit lane

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When entering an acceleration lane on a highway, what is the first action a driver should take?

Immediately speed up without signaling

Check the traffic flow and signal left

Stop and wait for other vehicles

Signal right and slow down

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Is it safe to slow down or stop at the end of an acceleration lane on a highway?

Yes, to wait for traffic

No, do not slow down or stop at the end

Yes, to check mirrors

Only if traffic is heavy

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How often should you check your mirrors and surroundings for other vehicles on highways?

Every 3 to 5 seconds

Only when changing lanes

Rarely, if traffic is light

Once every minute

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What is the best practice for maintaining safe driving on highways?

Maintain steady speed, check mirrors frequently, and drive in appropriate lanes

Use the shoulder lane to overtake slow vehicles

Drive as fast as possible in any lane

Change lanes often without signaling

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In which lanes should you generally drive on highways?

Middle or right lanes

Left lane only

Any lane at random

Shoulder lane

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Where is it prohibited to drive on a highway?

On the shoulders

In the left lane

In the right lane

In the middle lane

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What should a driver do when entering an acceleration lane but spots heavy traffic on the highway?

Reverse back to the entrance

Adjust speed and wait for a sufficient gap before merging

Merge regardless of traffic gaps

Stop immediately in the acceleration lane

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What must a driver do regarding speed limits when using the exit lane?

Speed up before leaving the exit lane

Drive as slowly as possible

Follow the posted speed limits of the exit lane

Maintain highway speed

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When should you turn off your signal after entering the highway?

Before entering the acceleration lane

Only after exiting the highway

After entering the highway

When you reach the end of the acceleration lane

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Is it allowed to exit at the end of a deceleration lane?

Yes, if no vehicles are behind you

Yes, always

Only during low traffic hours

No, do not try to exit at the end of a deceleration lane

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What is the purpose of the deceleration lane on a highway?

To merge onto the highway

To park vehicles temporarily

To serve as an emergency lane

To assist drivers in slowing down and exiting safely

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Drivers must always adhere to posted speed limits and use the right lane for regular driving, reserving the left lane for overtaking. Proper use of indicators when changing lanes is crucial, as is maintaining a safe following distance. The test also highlights the need to be alert to road signs, exits, and emergency vehicles. Staying focused, avoiding distractions, and following these guidelines ensures a safer driving experience on Abu Dhabi’s modern highways.