Does Talking to Yourself During Subject Three Count as Cheating?
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Subject Three Talking to yourself is considered cheating. The rules for the Subject Three exam clearly state: During the examination, speaking at any time is prohibited, and if you speak, it will be regarded as suspicious behavior of cheating. Subject Three, which includes the road driving skills test and the safety and civilized driving knowledge test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. It is the abbreviated name for the road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge test subjects in the motor vehicle driver's examination. The content of the road driving skills test varies depending on the type of vehicle you are licensed to drive. The road driving skills test for Subject Three generally includes: preparation before getting on the car, simulated lighting test, starting, driving in a straight line, shifting gears up and down, changing lanes, pulling over, driving straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, passing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and driving at night. The safety and civilized driving knowledge test generally includes: requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, knowledge of safe driving under adverse weather and complex road conditions, methods for handling emergencies such as tire blowouts, and knowledge of post-accident handling procedures.
I've been teaching at a driving school for many years and often encounter students worrying whether talking to themselves during the Subject 3 test counts as cheating. Honestly, it depends on the situation. The exam rules require candidates to operate independently without cheating behaviors, such as using electronic devices or receiving hints from the examiner. However, softly reminding yourself to 'brake' or 'turn on the signal' generally isn't considered cheating, as it's a way to recall steps or relieve tension, and examiners usually turn a blind eye. But if you speak loudly or sound like you're reciting answers, it might be misinterpreted as a communication method, especially with strict monitoring nowadays. I recommend developing a habit during practice of using visual checks instead of speaking, which makes the test more secure, and don't overstress. The key to Subject 3 is focusing on driving without letting these small actions distract you and affect the safety score.
