Should P Platers have to pass an IQ test to get their licence?

xbgs351 · 20-08-2008, 03:28 PM

04redxr8 · 20-08-2008, 05:22 PM

You mean as in an IQ higher than 25? That seems to be about the average.

Seriously though. I think we need to make them pass an advanced driver and actually have to PROVE that they are COMPETENT drivers before giving them a license. I think they should also make that as a prerequiste before allowing existing drivers to renew their licenses.

How relevent is a 3-point turn and reverse park to actually showing that you are a competent driver?

Falcon_Phill · 20-08-2008, 05:23 PM

If half the people on this forum had to take a spelling test they wouldn't pass, god knows about an IQ test.

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andrewts · 20-08-2008, 05:31 PM

When I was going for my license the other day, somebody crashed on their way in to the RTA. Hahaha, they suck.

Jack91 · 20-08-2008, 05:34 PM

So, you're saying everyone on their P's, or on L's and getting their P's, are all absolutely useless? See its always the 5 who ruin it and make us all look bad. Every P plater ive seen can control the car and indicate, alot more than I can say for women in 4wd's and old people. Im sure all the crap we have to do now is HEAPS more than all the 30+ year olds in here ever had to do.

Edit, Obviousely not ALL women in 4wds and ALL old people cant drive, just like not ALL P platers are tossers!

Doogstar · 20-08-2008, 05:35 PM

Should AFF members have to pass an IQ test to start a thread?

outback_chick · 20-08-2008, 05:37 PM

most p platers 'confirm'acate...not indicate..

...and IQ isnt about intelligence its logic...

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XR6_661 · 20-08-2008, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Doogstar

Should AFF members have to pass an IQ test to start a thread?

Couldn't of put it better myself.

This thread is just gonna start .

GTP owner · 20-08-2008, 05:39 PM

No, IQ does not directly correlate with driving safety. My brother has a very high IQ (somewhere around 150), but he is an absolute shocker on the road - completely inattentive. My sister in law on the other hand has an acquired brain injury (from an MVA) and had an IQ that is considerably lower than average, but she is an extremely attentive and safe driver. i know which one i prefer to drive me around.

T_Terror · 20-08-2008, 05:39 PM

WHy P-platers?

I actually think its an excellent idea to increase the testing standard for... ALL drivers.

outback_chick · 20-08-2008, 05:39 PM

LOL there is already a Battle of the ages.. in RANT about oldies.. or something along those lines anyways... :P

Jack91 · 20-08-2008, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 04redxr8

You mean as in an IQ higher than 25? That seems to be about the average.

Seriously though. I think we need to make them pass an advanced driver and actually have to PROVE that they are COMPETENT drivers before giving them a license. I think they should also make that as a prerequiste before allowing existing drivers to renew their licenses.

How relevent is a 3-point turn and reverse park to actually showing that you are a competent driver?

And who's going to pay for this mate? You? Dont think so. I guees we will, along with all the fuel it took to do all the complulsory hours, the lessons to make sure you get it the first time, cos god forbid if you fail, you cant get in for another 18 MONTHS!!!! Sure thing though, you pay for the course, I'll do it, if not, think about how much fuel YOUR car uses to do 50 hours of driving, then compare your wage to mine, then realise just how much it costs, let alone time, just to get your P's, then your stuck on 80km/h for ANOTHER year, then come onto the forums and some other bigot has a go because he just saw a p plater race up to the speed limit.

Miller · 20-08-2008, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Doogstar

Should AFF members have to pass an IQ test to start a thread?

lol zing.

XR6_661 · 20-08-2008, 05:49 PM

I think everyone needs to spend a lot less time worrying about the driving skills of others and worry about their own driving.

These threads are full of suck and result in arguements. If you don't like the way someone drives, and it's not effecting you in anyway whatsoever, then turn the other way.

Get over it. Don't stereotype drivers, there are bad drivers in all age/license groups. Get on with your own life and stop whinging. FFS.

xbgs351 · 20-08-2008, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Doogstar

Should AFF members have to pass an IQ test to start a thread?

What is considered a pass mark?

Jack91 · 20-08-2008, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by xbgs351

What is considered a pass mark?

Don't worry, you failed.

FGII-XR6 · 20-08-2008, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Doogstar

Should AFF members have to pass an IQ test to start a thread?

sounds like a good idea to me bring it on

xbgs351 · 20-08-2008, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by 93_eb_fairmont

So, you're saying everyone on their P's, or on L's and getting their P's, are all absolutely useless? See its always the 5 who ruin it and make us all look bad. Every P plater ive seen can control the car and indicate, alot more than I can say for women in 4wd's and old people. Im sure all the crap we have to do now is HEAPS more than all the 30+ year olds in here ever had to do.

Edit, Obviousely not ALL women in 4wds and ALL old people cant drive, just like not ALL P platers are tossers!

No, I was stirring, hence the wooden spoon.

J_Tank · 20-08-2008, 06:07 PM

I work next door to an RTA and sit outside on my breaks and watch the driver tests being conducted (I love a cheap laugh), and it's not the kids who scare me, its the over 85's being retested....

xbgs351 · 20-08-2008, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 93_eb_fairmont

Don't worry, you failed.

Cool. The tumbleweeds should be rolling through AFF very soon.

atec77 · 20-08-2008, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by xbgs351

I am certain all driver applicants should be made to suffer a harder test of more questions , a literacy test without fail and be able to speak English to an acceptable degree , also make the test both day and night of at least 30 minutes duration although able to be certified at night by a private tester
I say this on the understanding it does not have to literary perfection but certainly understandable

Nikked · 20-08-2008, 06:25 PM

IQ won't have great affect on driving ablity

**TUF_302** · 20-08-2008, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Falcon_Phill

If half the people on this forum had to take a spelling test they wouldn't pass, god knows about an IQ test.

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Sad but true!

mcflux · 20-08-2008, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by xbgs351

What is considered a pass mark?

This is.

Bobman · 20-08-2008, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Nikked

IQ won't have great affect on driving ablity

I'm not so sure about that.

Would be interesting to see though. All you have to do is look on YouTube.

azaxr8 · 20-08-2008, 06:57 PM

lol, IQ tests have more common sense questions then intelligency questions.

Driving takes common sense.

dave289 · 20-08-2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Ghia5L

This is.

seems the place where most drivers keep there brains stored.I have to put up with morons of all ages these days on the road,not just p platers and old reggies.they give a license to anyone who wants one ,that is what the problem is.

b2tf · 20-08-2008, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Doogstar

Should AFF members have to pass an IQ test to start a thread?

yes. yes they should. any topic started with a stupid picture does not deserve to live.