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Question 1

Where should your car be when nearing the top of a hill?

Answer 1

Stay to the right hand side in case an oncoming car crosses the centre line (Do not pass near the top of a hill on a two lane highway because you cannot see what is ahead of you)

Question 2

What is an emergency stopping lane?

Answer 2

*It is sometimes referred to as the shoulder
*It is the portion of the primary highway that lies between the edge of the roadway and the first land of travel
*it is used for drivers who need to stop due to an emergency situation

Question 3

What steps should you take when you want to change lanes?

Answer 3

1.Be sure the lane change is allowed
2.Check for traffic using your inside and outside mirrors
3.Shoulder check to ensure no vehicle or cyclist is in your blind spot
4.Signal
5.If safe, change lanes
6. Make sure your signal light is turned off

Question 4

What are blind spots?

Answer 4

They are the areas right beside and slightly behind your car that cannot be seen using your mirrors

Question 5

How far in advance should you be in the proper lane when preparing to turn a corner?

Answer 5

15 m

Question 6

List the steps used to merge safely?

Answer 6

1.Check the traffic flow on the highway
2.Choose your gap in the traffic and begin adjusting your speed
3.Use your signal light before or when you are in the acceleration lane
4.Accelerate to the speed of the traffic on the main road
5.Keeping shoulder checking to view the gap in the traffic
6.When it is safe, move into the gap, Do this after you have passed the solid white line of the acceleration lane
7.Make sure your signal light is turned off

Question 7

What is a weave zone?

Answer 7

Where the entrance and exit to a highway are close together- the area where the cars cross

Question 8

What should you do when entering a curve?

Answer 8

1.Maintain a safe and steady speed after entering a curve
2.Your vehicle will want to go straight ahead even though you are turning the wheels.
If you lose traction:
*Stay off the brake or the accelerator
*Continue to look in the direction you want to go
*Make small steering adjustments to come out of the skid
(It is unsafe and illegal to pass vehicles on curves on highways with one lane in each direction)

Question 9

What should you do to avoid a collision with an animal?

Answer 9

1.Use extra caution in areas with wildlife warning signs. Reduce your speed and look well ahead
2.Scan the sides of the roads
3.Be careful at dawn and dusk. Animals tend to be more active at these times
4.Watch for sudden, unusual spots of light on or near the road. This may be the reflection of your headlights from the animals eyes
5.If an animal suddenly appears in front of you, brake hard and try to move away from oncoming traffic
6.Animals sometimes move in groups. If you see one, there may be more

Question 10

What is hydroplaning?

Answer 10

When a thin layer of water builds up between your tires and the road surface causing the vehicle to skid
If this happens:
*Reduce the pressure on the gas pedal so that your vehicle slows down
*Look and steer in the direction you want to go

Question 11

What is black ice?

Answer 11

When moisture freezes on the road surface. Usually drivers can’t see it. It looks shiny and black

Question 12

When must you turn on your headlights?

Answer 12

*When you are driving at night
*When you cannot see clearly 150 meters in front of you

Question 13

What must be done if you get a flat tire while driving?

Answer 13

1. Take your foot off the gas and let the engine slow you down
   2.Hold the steering wheel firmly. Look and steer in the direction you want to go
2. When the vehicle has slowed down and you have control, apply gentle, steady pressure to the brakes
3. Move to a safe place to park
4. Turn on your hazard warning lights

Question 14

What should you do if your headlights don’t work?

Answer 14

*Turn your hazard lights on
*Turn the headlights on and off
*If headlights don’t come on, slow down and safely park in a safe place

Question 15

What should be done in case of a mechanical breakdown on a highway?

Answer 15

1. Change lanes safely and, if possible, park in a safe location
2. Do not stop on a bridge or in a tunnel
3. If the vehicle is in a dangerous spot:
   *Turn on the hazard lights
   *Raise your hood
   *Place reflective triangles to the rear of your vehicle about 10 to 20 meters apart

Question 16

What is a braking skid?

Answer 16

It happens with vehicles that do not have anti-lock brakes (ABS) when you apply the brakes too firmly, causing the wheels to lock. Steering control will be lost.
If this happens:
*Take your foot off the brake pedal. When the wheels start to roll again, steering control will return
*Look and steer in the direction you want to go

Question 17

What is a power skid?

Answer 17

When you accelerate too hard, causing the tires to spin.
If this happens:
1. Take your foot off the gas pedal
2.Make steering corrections. Remember to look and steer in the direction you want to go
3. Do not over correct, or you may skid in the opposite direction
4. Use gentle acceleration to continue moving forward

Question 18

What is a cornering skid?

Answer 18

When a turn is made too fast, causing the vehicle to slide sideways (correct by easing up on the gas pedal and steer in the direction you want the vehicle to move)

Question 19

When should you use low beams?

Answer 19

*When you are 150m or less behind another vehicle
*When you are 300m or less in front of an oncoming vehicle
*During poor weather conditions including rain, snow, smoke or fog

Question 20

Where should you look when an oncoming vehicle’s lights are shining in your eyes?

Answer 20

Look slightly down and to the right edge of your driving lane

Question 21

What does “overdriving” your headlights mean?

Answer 21

Driving at a speed the does not let you respond safely or stop in the distance lit by your headlights

Question 22

What is the speed limit when passing a stopped emergency vehicle with its lights on?

Answer 22

60 km/h or as posted

Question 23

What must you do when an emergency vehicle approaches you from any direction and is sounding its siren?

Answer 23

*Safely move your vehicle to allow the emergency vehicle to pass
*Drive as closely as possible to the right curb or edge of the two-way roadway
*Stop until the emergency vehicle has passed
(Move to the closest curb when on a one-way street)

Question 24

How far away should you follow an emergency vehicle that has its lights and siren operating?

Answer 24

150m

Question 25

When are speeding fines doubled in construction sites?

Answer 25

When workers are present or signs indicate fines will be doubled

Question 26

What must you do if you are involved in a collision?

Answer 26

1.Give help where you can
2. Protect the scene
3. Notify emergency assistance if needed
4. Record information including:
*Names, contact information, and insurance details of drivers
*Names and contact information of witnesses
*Time, location, weather, and other details
5. Report all collisions to police if:
*Anyone is injured or killed
*Overall damage exceeds $2000
*You damage any traffic control device, parking meter or public property

Question 27

What is a space cushion?

Answer 27

It is the space between you and the vehicle ahead, behind and to either side. It allows you to stop safely or steer around a possible hazard
Hazards can be
Fixed- those that do not change
Variable- those that do not change

Question 28

What is the “two second” rule?

Answer 28

It is used to make sure that you are not following too closely behind a vehicle
It is calculated by:
1. Watching when the back of the vehicle ahead of you passes a fixed object
2. Count one-thousand-and-one, one-thousand-and-two
3. If you pass the same object before you are finished counting, you are following too closely

Question 29

Is it legal to use a cellular phone while driving?

Answer 29

No, you cannot use any electronic device while driving

Question 30

What rules apply to funeral processions?

Answer 30

If you are driving in a funeral procession:
*You may follow the procession through an intersection without stopping, if it is safe to do so
*You must have your headlights on, and you must be following right behind the vehicle ahead in the procession
(Do not pass through a funeral procession, yield the right-of-way until it has passed)

Question 31

What do you do if you see a school bus stopped on a non-divided highway?

Answer 31

If alternating amber lights- pass with extreme caution and be prepared to stop
If alternating red lights- do not pass. Stop 20m behind or 20m in front

Question 32

What do you do if you see a school bus stopped on a divided highway?

Answer 32

If alternating amber lights- pass with extreme caution and be prepared to stop
If alternating red lights- drivers on the same side cannot pass. Stop 20m behind. Drivers on the opposing side can proceed with caution

Question 33

Why should you be cautious when sharing the road with larger vehicles?

Answer 33

*They need extra space to stop, so don’t move in front of them when approaching a traffic light
*They may roll back when releasing the brakes, so leave extra space when stopping behind them
*They spray rocks, so stay well back of them when driving
*They have large blind spots, so they may not be able to see you when backing up or driving. If you see the driver in their side mirror, then the driver can see you
*They require extra room to turn

Question 34

Why should you show extra caution when sharing the road with bicycles?

Answer 34

*They do not have brake lights to warn you when they are stopping
*You may not notice them when you are turning right. Be sure to shoulder check your blind spot to the right
*Cyclists may not notice you when you open your door after parking, so always check for a cyclist who may ride up beside your vehicle

Question 35

Why should you show extra caution when sharing the road with motorcycles?

Answer 35

*They often drive in the left portion of the lane- never share a lane with a motorcycle
*Their turn signals can be hard to see
*They can stop very quickly so allow extra following space
*Motorcyclists can lost control in poor weather or road conditions

Question 36

How many demerit points are deducted from a graduated driver’s licence when an offence has been committed?

Answer 36

Same as for a fully licenced driver, but you will also lose 2 points for:
*Driving between midnight and 5am (class 7 only)
*having more passengers than seatbelts
*Supervising when not fully qualified

Question 37

What are the laws regarding alcohol/drug use and driving?

Answer 37

Drivers cannot consume any alcohol or drugs before driving. That includes:
*.08 BAC or more
*Have 5ng/ml or more of THC
*Have 2.5 ng/ml or more THC combined with .05 BAC or more of alcohol
*Refuse a breath or blood sample