Tougher
theory test for drivers to stop candidates learning answers by
rote
New changes to toughen up the driving theory
test come into force today to stop learner candidates memorising answers ‘by
rote’.
It’s not before time with widespread ignorance of basic rules of the
road.
From today theory test will be made up of
multiple-choice questions which, unlike in the past, will no longer be published
in advance and in their exact form in books and other electronic learning
materials.
New changes to toughen up the driving theory
test come into force today to stop learner candidates memorising answers ‘by
rote’.
It’s not before time with widespread ignorance of basic rules of the road.
From today theory test will be made up of multiple-choice questions which, unlike in the past, will no longer be published in advance and in their exact form in books and other electronic learning materials.
It’s not before time with widespread ignorance of basic rules of the road.
From today theory test will be made up of multiple-choice questions which, unlike in the past, will no longer be published in advance and in their exact form in books and other electronic learning materials.
Tougher: Theory tests have been made harder to prevent
learners from memorising answers by rote
The aim is to stop candidates from simply
memorising the detailed questions and simply regurgitating the answers without
a proper understanding of what they mean.
Drivers have to pass the computer touch-screen
based theory test to qualify to take the practical driving test on the
road.
The changes come into force as one in four drivers don’t know who has priority when traffic lights are out. nearly a quarter (23%) thought the correct answer was traffic going straight on, 3% said it was those turning right and 2% plumped for those turning left.
However, the correct answer is that nobody has priority.
The changes come into force as one in four drivers don’t know who has priority when traffic lights are out. nearly a quarter (23%) thought the correct answer was traffic going straight on, 3% said it was those turning right and 2% plumped for those turning left.
However, the correct answer is that nobody has priority.
Learning the right way: From today theory test will be
made up of multiple-choice questions which, unlike in the past, will no longer
be published in advance and in their exact form in books and other electronic
learning materials
With a quarter of motorists not
knowing this, it could easily result in accidents and road rage.’
When asked what a flashing amber light at a pelican crossing means, some 1 in 5 (18%) of respondents claimed wrongly it meant they should stop and wait for the green or red light.
Nearly a third (28% ) answer wrongly that it meant giving way to pedestrians waiting to cross.
Thankfully 54% knew this meant to give way to pedestrians already on the crossing.
Younger drivers, aged 18-24 were the highest age group to get this correct with nearly seven out of ten (68%) answering correctly.
When asked what a flashing amber light at a pelican crossing means, some 1 in 5 (18%) of respondents claimed wrongly it meant they should stop and wait for the green or red light.
Nearly a third (28% ) answer wrongly that it meant giving way to pedestrians waiting to cross.
Thankfully 54% knew this meant to give way to pedestrians already on the crossing.
Younger drivers, aged 18-24 were the highest age group to get this correct with nearly seven out of ten (68%) answering correctly.
By contrast, only four out of ten (41%)of drivers over 65 got this question right.
New official driving and riding theory books were published in September 2011 to help candidates prepare for the test and for life on the road.
Motoring groups publishers have also published their own unofficial guides to passing the theory test.
Learners should not unduly worry about the changes to the test. The new test calls for greater understanding, which can be gained from professional tuition and some time spent revising; - both of which would have been needed to pass the theory test confidently before the changes.
Knowing the theoretical rules of the road is really important for drivers.
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) said: ‘From today the theory test will be made up of multiple-choice questions which are no longer published in learning materials.
The reason behind the move is to stop candidates from simply memorising theory test questions and answers and learning by rote. Revision materials are still available’.
The DSA said: ’This approach to learning will help candidates to gain a better knowledge and understanding of driving theory which will help them respond correctly to the new, reworded live questions used in the actual test.’
It stressed: ’No changes are being made to the format of the theory test. It will still be made up of a multiple-choice part and a hazard perception part. The time allowed and the pass marks will stay the same.’
There are two parts to the theory test which costs £31 to sit.
The first is a multiple choice test lasting 57 minutes. Candidates must score 43 out of 50 (86%) to pass.
Some questions are given as a case study showing a short story that five questions will be based on. Others will focus on real life examples and experiences that you could come across when driving.
The hazard perception test involves watching on computer screen 14 clips of 15 developing hazards which must be identified.
Pass mark is 44 out of 75 (59%).
Candidates watch a series of video clips on a computer screen featuring everyday road scenes.
Each clip contains at least one ‘developing hazard’ - such as a parked car putting on its indicator to move out - that will require the driver to be aware or take some evasive action. But one of the clips will feature two developing hazards.
The practical driving test costs from £62 to £75 depending when it is taken.
The DSA’s new official theory test books contain the official explanations for every revision question, helping candidates fully understand the answer.
New official driving and riding theory books were published in September 2011 to help candidates prepare for the test and for life on the road.
Motoring groups publishers have also published their own unofficial guides to passing the theory test.
Learners should not unduly worry about the changes to the test. The new test calls for greater understanding, which can be gained from professional tuition and some time spent revising; - both of which would have been needed to pass the theory test confidently before the changes.
Knowing the theoretical rules of the road is really important for drivers.
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) said: ‘From today the theory test will be made up of multiple-choice questions which are no longer published in learning materials.
The reason behind the move is to stop candidates from simply memorising theory test questions and answers and learning by rote. Revision materials are still available’.
The DSA said: ’This approach to learning will help candidates to gain a better knowledge and understanding of driving theory which will help them respond correctly to the new, reworded live questions used in the actual test.’
It stressed: ’No changes are being made to the format of the theory test. It will still be made up of a multiple-choice part and a hazard perception part. The time allowed and the pass marks will stay the same.’
There are two parts to the theory test which costs £31 to sit.
The first is a multiple choice test lasting 57 minutes. Candidates must score 43 out of 50 (86%) to pass.
Some questions are given as a case study showing a short story that five questions will be based on. Others will focus on real life examples and experiences that you could come across when driving.
The hazard perception test involves watching on computer screen 14 clips of 15 developing hazards which must be identified.
Pass mark is 44 out of 75 (59%).
Candidates watch a series of video clips on a computer screen featuring everyday road scenes.
Each clip contains at least one ‘developing hazard’ - such as a parked car putting on its indicator to move out - that will require the driver to be aware or take some evasive action. But one of the clips will feature two developing hazards.
The practical driving test costs from £62 to £75 depending when it is taken.
The DSA’s new official theory test books contain the official explanations for every revision question, helping candidates fully understand the answer.
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