Question 1700 · Truck theory test
What does this tachograph symbol mean?
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Correct answer
Driving time.
Official explanation
Tachographs (recording devices) are required to be fitted to trucks over 3.5 tonnes and to buses with more than 9 seats. They record the driver’s driving activity, rest periods, vehicle speed, distance travelled and other information. The driver should select the symbol that represents the activity they are engaged in – rest, driving or other work. The records must be retained for inspection by enforcement officers.
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- Legal matters / rules of the road · Tachograph
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