Can Subject 1 and Subject 2 be learned together?
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Subject 1 and Subject 2 cannot be learned together. Here are the relevant introductions about Subject 2: 1. Concept: Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment and is the abbreviation for the field driving skill test subject. It requires basic abilities in vehicle control; mastering the basic methods of field and road driving, having the ability to reasonably use vehicle control components and correctly control the spatial position of the vehicle, and being able to accurately control the vehicle's driving position, speed, and route. 2. Projects: Five mandatory tests include reversing into a garage, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving on an S-curve (commonly known as the S-bend). Some areas also have a sixth test: high-speed card collection.
I remember when I first signed up for driving school, my friends encouraged me to study for both the theory test (Subject 1) and the practical driving test (Subject 2) at the same time. I thought it would save a lot of time—using a test prep app for the theory questions while practicing parking and parallel parking during practical lessons. The driving instructor didn’t stop me, but I found that when I didn’t have the theory down, it was easy to get distracted during practice. For example, I almost caused an accident on a hill start because I forgot the right-of-way rules. In the end, I crammed with the app before the test, passed Subject 1 with a high score, and went straight to Subject 2. The overall pace was fast but risky. For those who want to try this approach, I recommend using a reliable app, dedicating fixed daily time to theory study, and focusing seriously on driving practice the rest of the time. Don’t rush and disrupt the basics, or failing the test will cost you more time and money.
As an instructor, I believe that theoretically, there's no issue with studying Subject 1 and Subject 2 simultaneously. However, from a teaching perspective, I always recommend a step-by-step approach. Mastering the rules in Subject 1 first helps students better understand safety distances and the meanings of road signs, reducing the likelihood of making basic mistakes when they get behind the wheel. For example, during parking practice, a student who doesn't understand right-of-way might cut off another lane and hit a pedestrian. Over years of teaching, I've seen some driving schools promote concurrent learning, but students with weak foundations tend to have higher failure rates, which only adds pressure. The ideal approach is to focus on passing the written test in one or two weeks first, then concentrate on practicing driving skills. This gradual progression ensures both safety and improves exam pass rates.
With a tight work schedule, I wanted to maximize efficiency in learning to drive. Studying for Subject 1 (theory) and Subject 2 (practical) simultaneously saved me a lot of time—I memorized rules via app during morning commutes and practiced driving at the driving school on weekends. My instructor even praised how well I balanced both. Occasionally forgetting key points would earn me scoldings, like failing to yield to pedestrians during hill starts. Fortunately, the driving school offered supplementary theory classes, which helped me adjust and balance both subjects effectively, leading to passing both exams on the first try. If the driving school supports flexible scheduling, simultaneous learning is worthwhile—just requires stronger self-discipline.
