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The Theory Test

For most people, before you can apply for a driving test, a theory test conducted by the DSA has to be taken.
This will consist of a Multiple Choice element and a Hazard Perception element.
In the Multiple Choice element many areas of driving are covered such as safety, traffic signs, documents, accidents and vehicle maintenance etc.
The Hazard Perception element tests your ability to recognise developing hazards.

To apply for the Theory Test, you can either fill out an application form available from your driving instructor or local Driving Test Centre (address of these centres are in the 'area covered' section for Northamptonshire ) which you can then post to the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) or you could call 0870 0101 372 and book direct if you have a debit/credit card or book online via the DSA website. When booking by phone or website, please have your debit/credit card and provisional driving licence Number ready. Alternatively your driving instructor could book it for you.
When you pass your theory test you will recieve a certificate valid for 2 years. You will need to pass your practical driving test during this time.

The driving theory test Multiple Choice element lasts up to 57 minutes and consists of 50 questions. You must answer 43 questions correctly to pass the test.
Instead of using pen and paper, candidates will be using computer touchscreen technology, selecting their answers by simply touching a computer screen.
One question will appear on screen at a time, and you can go backwards and forwards through the questions. Any question you answer can be corrected by you if you wish.
The Hazard Perception element consists of 14 film clips viewed on a monitor. You are marked on the developing harzards you notice (the quicker you see them the higher the score a pass mark of 44 out of 75).

Candidates are allowed approx 15 minutes to get used to the system and a 3 minute break between Multiple Choice and Harzrad Perception tests. Staff will be on hand to help.
Once the test is over you will be informed of the result of your test before you leave the test centre.

To study
for this, there are a number of books available from the Stationary Office and various High street stores.


Books can be ordered from your Driving Instructor or from the:-
The Stationary Office Book Store (Tel: 0870 242 2345)
More information about the theory test can be obtained from the:-
Driving Standards Agency

Take a look in the links section for more help on the theory test.
 
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