EMERGENCIES

What should you do when an ambulance comes up behind you flashing red lights and/or sounding its siren?

A. Stop as soon as you can

B. Maintain your speed, let the ambulance driver will find a way around you

C. Speed up so that you don't hold the ambulance

D. Pull over to the right and slow down or even stop if necessary

You selected D

Do all you can to allow it to pass. Pulling to the right gives the ambulance more room and slowing down shortens its time
of exposure to danger (i.e. the time it takes to overtake you).

What will happen when your rear tire blows out?

A. The back end will sway towards the side of the blowout

B. The back end will sway away from the blowout

C. The front end will pull towards the side of the blowout

D. The front end will pull to the opposite side of the blowout

You selected B

The back end is likely to swing out first with the same side as the blowout. Expect it to sway from side to side.

The vehicle you are driving is stalled on a two-way (opposite direction) highway, you should place the Early Warning
Device (EWD):

A. 2 meters at the back and front of the stalled vehicle

B. 3 meters at the back and front of the stalled vehicle

C. 4 meters at the back and front of the stalled vehicle

You selected C

The proper way of installing the Early Warning Device is to put it at 4 meters away from the back and front of the stalled
vehicle. Doing so makes it easier and earlier for other road users to recognize the device so they can avoid you.

When a vehicle is stalled or disabled, the driver must park the vehicle on the shoulder of the road and:

A. switch on the parking light

B. install the early warning device

C. switch on the parking light and install the Early Warning Device to the front and rear of the motor vehicle

You selected C

This is why you must always carry an EWD (Early Warning Device), so you can warn other road users regarding your stalled
or disabled vehicle — protecting yourself and other road users.

What should you do in case your vehicle breaks down on an expressway? Check all that apply.

A. Open your trunk and hood

B. Stand on the expressway and flag down passing drivers for help

C. Call for help using a mobile phone or an expressway phone

D. Park as far to the right as possible

E. Put your hazard warning light on

You selected C, D, E, the correct answer was A, C, D, E

If your vehicle breaks down on an expressway you should open your trunk and hood, and hang something white on your
car door handle if possible to indicate you need help. Call for assistance, turn on your hazard warning lights, and keep well
away from the expressway.

In case of an accident, the first duty of the driver involved is to:

A. pick-up the injured person and take him to the nearest hospital

B. report the accident to the nearest hospital

C. report the accident to the nearest police station

You selected A

In the official LTO reviewer, the answer is "A" so this what you might to select in the actual LTO examination. However we
don't recommend you to do this in an actual situation, there are cases where you should not pick-up an injured person
yourself especially if you're unsure about the extent of the injury. An injured neck or back could get aggravated when
mishandled. It's best to call an ambulance and let the paramedics pick them up and bring them to the nearest hospital.

If you are the first to arrive at the scene of an accident, which of the following should you do:

A. mind your own business

B. offer all reasonable assistance

C. move past the accident scene to avoid traffic build up

You selected C, the correct answer was B

If you are first to arrive at the scene, it's best to arppoach cautiously and park at a safe distance of least 100 feet away.
Turn on your hazard lights, assess the situation, and install your Early Warning Device (EWD) when it is safe for you to do
so. After you have done these things, you may now call 911 for help.

While driving the hood of your car lifts up blocking your vision. What should you do? Check all that apply.

A. Look through the gap underneath the hood or out of the side window

B. Brake suddenly so you don't leave the road

C. Pull to the side of the road and refasten the hood

D. Turn your headlights on and look out of the side window

You selected A, B, C, the correct answer was A, C

Using the gap under the hood (if the window hasn't completely smashed) and your vision through the side window, brake
gently and pull over to the right.

When a vehicle starts to skid, what should the driver do?

A. Immediately step on the brakes

B. Hold firmly on to the wheel while slowing down the vehicle

C. Turn the wheels tp the opposite the direction of the skid

You selected A, the correct answer was B

Never step hard on the brake during a skid. Instead, get your foot off the accelerator and brake pedals and steer gently in
the direction you want the vehicle to go to.

In case of injuries caused by an accident, the duty of the uninjured driver is to:

A. call a physician

B. keep the victim lying down

C. try to determine who is at fault

You selected B, the correct answer was A

After a car crash the first thing that you must do is to check the condition of people involved in the accident, then call an
ambulance or a physician if they need immediate medical attention.

What will happen when your front tire blows out?

A. The back end will sway towards the side of the blowout

B. The back end will sway away from the blowout

C. The front end will pull towards the side of the blowout
D. The front end will pull to the opposite side of the blowout

You selected C

When the tire has a blowout it suddenly becomes much difficult for the wheel to rotate, and also it is a smaller radius so
this makes the car pull into the direction of the blown out tire.

In case of a breakdown, which of the following should not be done by a driver?

A. Stay in the car until help comes

B. Ask for help

C. Get out of the car until help comes

You selected C, the correct answer was A

Based on the actual LTO exam reviewer the answer is "a". But actually the correct answer should be different. The right
thing to do in case of a car breakdown is to not stay in the car but rather carefully get out of the car and have your
passengers get out too on the opposite side to the passing traffic.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

What documents must you always bring while driving?

A. Driver's license

B. Driver's license and vehicle insurance paper

C. Driver's license, vehicle registration, and receipt of last LTO payment for the vehicle

You selected A, the correct answer was C

When driving you should always bring your driver's license, vehicle registration, and recent LTO payment receipt for the
vehicle

The Temporary Operators Permit (TOP) authorizes the apprehended driver to operate motor vehicle for a period not
exceeding:

A. 24 hours

B. 48 hours

C. 72 hours

You selected B, the correct answer was C

Upon issuance a TOP (Temporary Operator's Permit) could be used for 72 hours.

Under the basic speed law, you may never drive faster than:

A. that which is safe

B. the posted speed limit

C. the flow of traffic

You selected B, the correct answer was A

Speed limits are based on traffic and overall condition of the road. That's why speed limits vary on different highways and
roads here in the Philippines. E.g. 100kph in expressways for cars (80kph for trucks/buses); 40kph on avenues and
boulevards (30kph for trucks/buses); 30kph on city and town streets; 20kph on crowded streets; 10kph on other private
subdivision streets.

A pre-trip inspection should be completed:

A. before and after operating the motor vehicle

B. after operating the motor vehicle

C. before operating the motor vehicle

You selected C

Doing a pre-trip inspection must be done before hitting the road. The most important reason to do it is for your safety. It
can be very dangerous to go out on the road with damaged brakes, compromised wiring, or unsecured load. This
especially applies to trucks and other heavy vehicles but should also be done for cars and even motorbikes.

How should you behave when an approaching officer flags down your vehicle?

A. Ignore the apprehending officer and drive away at increased speed

B. Stop and argue with the apprehending officer

C. Surrender your driver's license and other documents upon demand

You selected C

Respect the authority. Stop if a policeman wants you to stop.

If the driver will be under medication, he should:

A. drink coffee before driving

B. consult a doctor about the effects before driving

C. get some rest first before driving

You selected B

It's unsafe to drive especially if you are taking medicines that might affect driving. It is best to consult your doctor if you're
unsure. Some of these drugs are sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, anti depressants, and pain relievers - just to cite a few.
What must a driver do in case his license gets lost?

A. Apply for new license

B. Execute an affidavit of loss and apply for a new license

C. Apply for a duplicate license from the CHPG

You selected B

Lost or stolen driver's license could be easily replaced by filing an affidavit of loss and new application form at any LTO
regional or satellite office

Seatbelts must be worn by children aged:

A. 5 years old and above

B. 6 years old and above

C. 7 years old and above

You selected A, the correct answer was C

It is mandatory for children aged 7 years old and above to wear seatbelts.

A public utility vehicle can only be driven by holder of a:

A. student permit

B. non-professional license

C. professional license

You selected C

One can only drive PUVs or PUJs if he possesses a professional driver's license.

The main reasons for requiring a motor vehicle inspection is to:

A. earn revenue for the government

B. give the inspector a chance to look at your car

C. try and make sure that cars meet safety standards

You selected C
Vehicle inspection is done prior to its registration. This is conducted annually to ensure that the motor vehicle is still in
good and safe condition.

Before making a long trip, a driver should:

A. sleep for 8 hours

B. prepare tools and repair kit; and plan route and check the condition of the vehicle

C. drink coffee if you slept less than 8 hours

You selected B

Doing a pre-trip inspection must be done before hitting the road. The most important reason to do it is for your safety. It
can be very dangerous to go out on the road with damaged brakes, compromised wiring, or unsecured load. This
especially applies to trucks and other heavy vehicles but should also be done for cars and even motorbikes.

The Temporary Operator's Permit (TOP) authorizes a driver to operate a motor vehicle for a period not exceeding:

A. 72-hours from time and date of issue

B. one-week

C. 15 days

You selected C, the correct answer was A

Upon issuance a TOP (Temporary Operator's Permit) could be used for 72 hours.

The safest speed of a vehicle is according to:

A. capability of the vehicle

B. road and weather conditions

C. capability of the driver

You selected B

When driving, always consider the road and weather conditions before pushing down hard the gas pedal. If the road is wet
it is safest to drive at a moderate speed, while in an expressway you should always observe the minimum speed limit.

A good driving attitude of a driver is to:

A. drive slowly

B. drive defensively

C. take chances if possible

You selected B
Defensive drivers maintain focus on the road, they keep their hands at the wheel at 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock position. They
refrain from doing other tasks while driving. E.g. texting, eating, applying makeup.
Having a license is:

A. an honor

B. a right

C. a privilege

You selected C

Having a license is a privilege extended to those who can prove they can drive without endangering the public. Therefore,
the government requires people to pass the LTO driving test which restricts those who get driver's licenses.

To avoid suspension or revocation, how many days must a driver with an apprehended license settle his case with LTO?

A. within 15 days

B. within 10 days

C. within 30 days

You selected B, the correct answer was A

When apprehended for a traffic violation you'll need to settle it within 15 days, otherwise your driver's license shall be
considered for suspension or revocation.

The most important sense the driver needs in driving is:

A. hearing

B. seeing

C. touch

You selected B

This is very self explanatory. Driving is almost entirely dependent on your sense of sight.

Eating, drinking, reading, or doing anything that may take your attention from driving is:

A. never allowed

B. allowed if you have a professional driver's license

C. allowed as long as you can handle it

You selected A

Defensive drivers maintain focus on the road, they keep their hands at the wheel at 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock position. They
refrain from doing other tasks while driving. E.g. texting, eating, applying makeup.
The minimum age to get a non-professional license is:

A. 16 years old

B. 17 years old

C. 18 years old

According to the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 (R.A. No. 8749)

A. all road users has the right to breathe clean air.

B. every citizen must strive for their right to breathe clean air.

C. every citizen has the right to breathe clean air.

You selected C

Philippine Clean Air Act, is a comprehensive air quality management policy and program which aims to achieve and
maintain healthy air for all Filipinos. Lifted from: Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

Ignoring traffic lights during late night could:

A. make you a good driver

B. involve you in a fatal accident

C. decrease your fuel consumption

You selected B

Observe and follow road and traffic signs at all times. They are there for safety and organizational reasons. Driving during
late night doesn't mean you can violate them with the absence of traffic enforcers.

The purpose of traffic laws, rules and regulations is to:

A. generate revenues for the government

B. establish an orderly movement of vehicles and pedestrian traffic and penalties

C. discipline traffic enforcers

You selected B

Traffic rules and regulation is implemented for organizational and safety reasons so all motorists and road users must
follow them.

The license issued to a driver shall entitle him to operate:

A. only motor vehicle/s that he can drive

B. only class 1-3 vehicles

C. only motor vehicle/s specified in the license

You selected C

All LTO-issued licenses have an indicated vehicle type allowed to be driven per license classification.

What should you prepare for a long trip?

A. Prepare the necessary tools that can be used to repair the vehicle

B. Plan the route and make sure the vehicle is in good condition

C. Both answers are correct

You selected C

Before heading out on a long trip you should plan your route, prepare your vehicle toolbox, and make sure your vehicle is
in good condition for a long drive.
It is more dangerous to drive at the maximum speed limit at night than during daytime because:

A. your reaction time is slower at night

B. the roadways are more slippery at night

C. you cannot see too far ahead at night

DOT (Department Of Transportation) rules and regulations prohibit drivers of public utility vehicles from:

A. overcharging fares and using tampered taximeters

B. cutting-trip or going beyond authorized route

C. both of the above

You selected B, the correct answer was C

Cutting-trip and overcharging fare are illegal and is punishable with a fine of Php 5,000 each for the 1st offense.

You selected C

Imposed speed limits on roads are recommended under the assumption that the roads are in the best condition (i.e. dry,
without potholes or heavy traffic, good lighting). Let's say you're driving at night in an expressway with poor lighting, you
wouldn't want to drive close to the max speed limit; instead you would want to drive slower than the maximum speed
limit and not slower than the minimum speed limit because it's safer to do so.
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