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| Hazard Perception
From 14 November 2002, the theory test will also include a test of Hazard Perception skills.
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The new Theory Test will be made up of two parts, or elements. The multiple-choice element is unchanged and you will still select your answers to questions by touching the screen. You have the opportunity to practice using the system before starting the multiple-choice element. You have to answer 30 questions correctly out of 35 to pass the multiple-choice element. After the multiple-choice element, you may have a break of up to 3 minutes before the hazard perception element starts. The hazard perception element will consist of 14 video clips, which will feature real road scenes and developing hazards of various types such as vehicles and pedestrians. There are a total of 15 scoreable hazards in the test. Thirteen clips will contain one scoreable hazard and one clip will contain two scoreable hazards. Each scoreable hazard has a marking window and a score from 1 to 5 is awarded when you respond in that window. The earlier the developing hazard is identified and a response is made the higher the score. You won't score any points if you respond outside the window. From 1st September 2003, candidates taking car or motorcycle tests must score at least 44 out of 75 points to pass the hazard perception element. You will be shown a short tutorial video about how the hazard perception element works before you start that part of the test. Tests
are conducted Monday to Saturday both during the day and in the
evenings. The result will be available within an hour of the test being
completed but if you fail you must wait three days before you can sit it
again. Practice questions can be found on this subscription web site at www.theory-net.co.uk.
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