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SA Learner's Theory Test Practice 2026: Practice test 3

Practice test 3 of 8 for the SA Learner's Theory Test Practice: 25 more questions with answers and explanations.

  • Driving
  • South Australia
  • 205 questions
  • Checked October 11, 2026

  1. Question 1 of 25

    In a built-up area with street lights and no speed limit sign, what is the default speed limit under the Australian Road Rules?
    50
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    Answer: D. 50 km/h

    The Australian Road Rules set a default limit of 50 km/h in built-up areas when no other limit is signed. The Northern Territory default is 60 km/h instead.

  2. Question 2 of 25

    A fully licensed driver is stopped at red traffic lights. May they hold their phone to read a message?
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    Answer: D. No, hand-held use is not allowed while stationary in traffic

    You must not use a hand-held phone while your vehicle is moving or stationary in traffic, such as at traffic lights. You may use it when parked.

  3. Question 3 of 25

    A child is 5 months old. What restraint must they use?
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    Answer: C. An approved rearward-facing infant restraint

    Children under 6 months must use an approved rearward-facing restraint.

  4. Question 4 of 25

    When parking on a road with a continuous dividing line, how much room must you leave between your car and the line?
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    Answer: C. At least 3 m

    You must leave at least 3 m between your vehicle and a continuous dividing line or strip, unless a sign permits otherwise.

  5. Question 5 of 25

    When may you use your horn?
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    Answer: D. To warn other road users of your approach or position

    The horn may be used only to warn other road users or animals of your vehicle's approach or position.

  6. Question 6 of 25

    At an unsigned crossroads, you are going straight and a car approaches from your right, about to turn. Who goes first?
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    Answer: D. The car on your right

    The give way to the right rule applies even if one vehicle is turning and the other is going straight.

  7. Question 7 of 25

    Why should you never overtake a heavy vehicle that is approaching a crossroad?
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    Answer: B. A vehicle hidden by the truck could enter from the side

    The truck can hide a vehicle waiting to enter from a side road, which could pull out in front of you.

  8. Question 8 of 25

    The traffic lights are green, but the road on the other side of the intersection is blocked by queued traffic. What should you do?
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    Answer: D. Wait behind the stop line until there is room

    You may go on green only if the intersection is clear. Do not enter if the road ahead is blocked.

  9. Question 9 of 25

    A transit lane sign shows no times of operation. When does the restriction apply?
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    Answer: D. At all times

    If a transit lane sign shows no times, the lane is a transit lane at all times.

  10. Question 10 of 25

    A vehicle ahead has stopped at a pedestrian crossing. What must you do?
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    Answer: C. Do not overtake it; be ready to stop

    You must not overtake or pass a vehicle that is stopping or has stopped at a pedestrian or children's crossing.

  11. Question 11 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: D. The road may be slippery, especially when wet

    This sign warns that the road surface can be slippery. Slow down and avoid harsh braking or steering.

  12. Question 12 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
    60
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    Answer: C. You must not drive faster than 60 km/h

    This is a regulatory speed limit sign. It shows the highest legal speed for the road.

  13. Question 13 of 25

    At a level crossing with no lights or boom gates and no STOP sign, what should you do?
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    Answer: B. Slow down, look both ways and listen for trains

    At a crossing without lights or booms, slow down, look and listen, and give way to any train.

  14. Question 14 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: B. A series of curves is ahead

    A winding arrow warns of several bends in a row. Keep your speed down through all of them.

  15. Question 15 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: B. A railway level crossing is ahead

    This sign warns of a railway level crossing. Slow down, look and listen for trains.

  16. Question 16 of 25

    You want to use your phone for GPS directions. What is the safest legal way?
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    Answer: C. Set the destination before you leave, with the phone in a commercial mount

    Use GPS only with the phone in a commercially made mount, and set the destination before you start. Pull over and park to change it.

  17. Question 17 of 25

    How should you change your following distance in rain or at night?
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    Answer: A. Double it to at least 4 seconds

    In poor conditions, double your following distance.

  18. Question 18 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: C. A traffic controller is ahead, so be prepared to stop

    This sign warns of a person with a stop/slow bat directing traffic ahead. You must follow their directions.

  19. Question 19 of 25

    You feel very tired while driving. What actually fixes fatigue?
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    Answer: A. Sleep

    There is no substitute for sleep. Radio, coffee and fresh air do not prevent fatigue on long trips.

  20. Question 20 of 25

    You reach this sign at a level crossing with no lights or booms. What must you do?
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    Answer: D. Slow down, look and listen, and give way to any train

    At a crossing without lights or booms, slow down (or stop if there is a STOP sign), look and listen, and give way to trains.

  21. Question 21 of 25

    What is the only thing that lowers your BAC?
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    Answer: A. Time

    Only time reduces your BAC. Coffee, cold showers, exercise, fresh air and food do not.

  22. Question 22 of 25

    You are towing a 6 m caravan in good conditions. Roughly what following gap should you allow?
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    Answer: D. About 4 seconds

    Add 1 second for every 3 m of trailer length to the basic 2 seconds: 2 + 2 = 4 seconds.

  23. Question 23 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: B. The road ahead carries traffic in both directions

    This sign warns that you are moving onto a road with traffic coming the other way, often after a one-way or divided section.

  24. Question 24 of 25

    What do double continuous centre lines mean?
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    Answer: C. Do not cross, except when safely passing a bicycle rider

    Double continuous lines must not be crossed, except to pass a bicycle rider safely.

  25. Question 25 of 25

    In Queensland and South Australia, what is the minimum gap when passing a bicycle rider where the speed limit is 60 km/h or less?
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    Answer: D. 1 metre

    You must leave at least 1 m when the limit is 60 km/h or less, and at least 1.5 m when it is higher. Other states have similar rules; check yours.

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