Why highway code signs are important in driving test

Why highway code signs are important in driving theory test

What are highway code:
The highway code is fundamental reading for everyone. Its regulations affects to all road users;
horse riders, cyclists, motorcyclists and drivers. Rules which are mentioned in code are legal
requirements. You may be fined, given penalty points on your licence or you may be disqualified
from driving by taking your licence if you disobey or doesn't follow these rules and sometime if
it is more serious case then you may be sent to prison. Disobeying this is considered as a
criminal offence.

Implementing or knowing the Highway Code rules mentioned in the Highway Code can
significantly reduce road accident casualties. It may reduce the death rate and injuries that take
place the roads everyday.
How the highway code helps in driving practical test or hazard perception test:
The learner drivers must have knowledge of the highway code. In theory test and hazard test
highway code helps learner drivers in passing the test in first attempt. It will also help them in
practical test when they will be tested on their driving skills.
The highway code contains information about the various road signs. We also come to know
about the stopping distance, how to make a turn on the road and speed limit which is very
important for a learner driver.
What are road markings:
A road marking plays a very significant role as a road signs and provides us information about
the roads on which we are traveling and what type of action we should take.
The fundamental principle of road marking is to direct and control traffic on a highway. They
add the function of traffic signs. They play a very important role in ensuring the safety,

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smoothness and harmonious flow of traffic. There are different types of road markings like
transverse markings, longitudinal markings, object markings and special markings to alert the
driver about the hazardous place on the road which you will face soon etc.
White lines
They are commonly on the road surface and tells you somewhat regarding the road that you are
traveling on. Lines that travel along the road (longitudinal) notify and advise drivers of
approaching situations that will require them to do something - like turn right, or do not cross.
There are broken white line marks the middle of the road, Double white lines where the line
nearest to you is broken indicates that you may cross the line to overtake, providing that it is
safe, A double white line where the line nearest to you is solid indicates that you should not cross
the line unless and until it is safe and White lines that cross the end of the road with different
meanings and often depend on the road.
Yellow lines
There are various types of yellow lines marked on the road or on the edge of the path which
indicates waiting restrictions. They are generally seen when there is a need to control parking to
help keep traffic flowing and consistent, and to avoid people being blocked by other vehicles on
public highways. There are double yellow lines and single yellow lines too with different
indications.
Red lines
It is being seen very rarely as compared to other colors, red lines ban all stopping, parking and
loading. Double red lines apply at all times and single red lines apply commonly during the
working day.
Implementation of the highway code: rules is must as it significantly reduces road accident
casualties and also help in reducing the death rate and injuries which take places on the roads
everyday.

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