K53 Learners License Questions and Answers

The K53 Learners License  , is  your first shot at becoming a qualified driver in South Africa. The learners license  test is theoretical , with multiple choice questions. Its important  you are always prepared  for this test just as you have to schedule your learners license booking at the test centre .

About this Learners License Course

This K53 Course is for any one studying towards their learners License exam or test. The Learner should start with the  Revision lessons , before attempting  questions and answer modules. This learner’s license  course covers the following sections:

Rules of the road

The rules of the road, refer to a system that allows road users to reach their   destination safely. This chapter teaches and examines your knowledge of the  rules of the road. These rules  must be obeyed at all times, except in cases where a police officer or traffic officer or a road sign indicates otherwise.

The rules of the road is a system that will allow road users to reach their   destination safely. These rules must be adhered to by road users , to ensure their own safety, and that of all other road users.

Road Signs, Signals & Markings

These signs are used to

• Regulate the safe flow of traffic;
• Warn motorists of the conditions on the road ahead;
• Provide information; and give guidance about routes and destinations.

Temporary signs

Many of the  temporary signs have yellow, red and black colour combinations. These are temporary signs, and the yellow colour is to draw attention to the temporary situation because these signs take precedence over any permanent signs nearby. Temporary regulatory signs must be obeyed.

Regulatory signs

Regulatory signs are used to control the actions of drivers and traffic flow. They include traffic flow control signs that regulate the movement of traffic, command signs that tell you what to do, and also prohibition signs that indicate what is not allowed. It is an offence to disobey any of these signs. If you do so, you can be fined. There are temporary versions for some of these signs and they have yellow, red and black colour combination

Warning signs

Warning signs indicate potential dangers or hazards that you may come across on the road ahead. They are usually found some distance before the hazard to allow you plenty of time to react. The signs are white triangles with a red border and black message symbol or word. Temporary versions of the signs have a yellow background.

Information signs

These signs provide information about the road ahead so that you can plan your road and lane usage accordingly.

Guidance signs
These signs give guidance regarding the route, and include, for example, distances and directions to destinations and public facilities, as well as traffic lane situations ahead.

Road surface markings

Road markings are traffic signs painted onto the road surface. They can be classified into Regulatory, Warning, and Information markings. They have the same meanings as the traffic signs mounted on poles or above the road, and drivers should react accordingly. Surface markings are painted in white, yellow or red, according to the message they convey.

As a general rule, you may not stop on a red line, you may not park on a yellow line, and you may not cross a solid white line, except those that cross the width of the road.

 

The use of controls of a vehicle

This chapter will equip you with practical knowledge  to understanding the K53 car controls &  how to maneuver a vehicle correctly.

Vehicle Controls Covered in this Course

1. Rear-view mirror

This K53 car control is used for observing objects behind a vehicle.

2. Windscreen wipers

Windscreen wipers are used in rainy weather to keep the windshield clear or for cleaning the windshield.

3. Side mirrors

Use side mirrors for visibility of objects on either the left or right-hand side of the vehicle.

4. Steering wheel

Turns a vehicle in the direction in which it should go.

5. Indicator lever

Indicates an intention to move a vehicle in either a left or right direction.

6. Gear lever

Change gears into a higher gear, a lower gear, or reverse by using the gear lever. Use the gear lever in conjunction with the clutch.

7. Handbrake

Fully engage the handbrake control when a vehicle is stationary and parked on a decline.

8. Clutch

Fully engage the clutch to change the gear lever into a lower gear, a higher gear or reverse.

9. Brake

Make use of the brake control to slow a vehicle down or bring a vehicle to a complete stop.

10. Accelerator

Engage the accelerator control to provide a vehicle with the power to move the car forward or backwards.

11. Hooter

Use the hooter to warn other pedestrians or drivers that a vehicle is nearby. Using the hooter can help avoid a collision

 

What Marks Do You Need To Pass?

THE RULES OF THE ROAD:

You will need to get 22 of the 30 questions correct in order to pass Pass mark Requirement  is 74%-

ROAD SIGNS, SIGNALS & MARKINGS

You will need to get 23 of the 30 questions correct in a learners license test in order to pass. Pass mark Requirement  is  77%

CONTROLS OF THE VEHICLE:

You will need to get 6 of the 8 questions correct in order to pass. Pass mark Requirement  is 75% –