Basic assesment

Question 1

Unless posted otherwise.. What’s the basic speed limit outside a city, town or village on a primary highway?

Answer 1

100 km/h

Question 2

When backing a passenger vehicle to the left, a driver should

Answer 2

Look over left shoulder, sometimes glancing to the front

Question 3

When approaching an intersection and facing a traffic control light that is showing a green right-turn arrow and a red light, a driver:

Answer 3

May proceed when safe, without stopping, in the direction of the arrow

Question 4

Alberta has a demerit point system where a fully license (non-learner, non-probationary) driver is suspended when they accumulate:

Answer 4

15 points

Question 5

When passing a large truck on a two-way highway, a driver should:

Answer 5

Leave extra room before returning to their lane

Question 6

Which statement best describes the steps for turning right at a red traffic light?

Answer 6

-Signal
-make sure there is no sign prohibiting the turn
-stop
-look left and right
-yield the right-of-way
-proceed

Question 7

A single solid white line between driving lanes in an urban area means

Answer 7

Lane changing is not allowed

Question 8

A “parking lane” as defined in the handbook is

Answer 8

-An area, edge of the roadway
-right side of traffic and the nearest solid white line, not being the center line marked on the roadway

Question 9

Shoulder checking means

Answer 9

Glancing towards the blind spot in the direction the driver intends to move

Question 10

A Traffic-lane control light with an illuminated red “X” means

Answer 10

Travel isn’t allowed in that lane

Question 11

When a yield sign is coming, you must

Answer 11

Yield the right-of-way to traffic not facing the sign and all pedestrians in the intersection

Question 12

Does a parent have the right to withdraw a previously given “parental consent” for someone under 18 years of age w/ respect to an operator’s license?

Answer 12

Yes, provided the person is still under the age of 18 and isn’t self-supporting or married

Question 13

The term “Over-Driving” your headlights at night means:

Answer 13

travelling at a speed which wouldn’t allow them to see an object in time to stop

Question 14

Under the Graduated Driver Licensing program, a driver will receive 2 demerits for…

Answer 14

Having more passengers than there are seat belts

Question 15

Using the 2-second rule to judge a safe following distance when driving is…

Answer 15

accurate at any speed

Question 16

It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure that all passengers under what age are properly restrained in the vehicle?

Answer 16

16 years old

Question 17

When parallel parking, the vehicle’s wheels closest to the curb must be within what maximum distance?

Answer 17

50cm from the curb

Question 18

Who is responsible and legally obligated to report any medical condition, change in health, or physical disability that may affect a driver’s ability to drive?

Answer 18

The driver themselves

Question 19

What is the minimum amount of time that a person must serve as a probationary class 5 driver?

Answer 19

2 years

Question 20

A Large “X” painted on the pavement means:

Answer 20

Railway crossing ahead

Question 21

a driver is required to report all collisions to the police when persons have been injured or killed, or when combined damage to all vehicles or property is more than

Answer 21

$1000

Question 22

When a driver is stopping behind another vehicle in traffic

Answer 22

Allow sufficient space to move into another lane without reversing

Question 23

If another vehicle is following too close, what should a driver do?

Answer 23

Slow down gradually and encourage the other vehicle to pass

Question 24

When recover from a skid, a driver should…

Answer 24

Steer in the front wheel to where they want it to go

Question 25

A "slow-moving vehicle" sign must be displayed on the rear of any vehicle that normally travels at speeds less than

Answer 25

40 A km/h

Question 26

A Driver attempting to turn left at a steady green traffic light

Answer 26

Must not cross the path of an approaching vehicle unless it is safe

Question 27

A "Weave zone" is what?

Answer 27

-entrance and exit lanes are close together -vehicles that are slowing to exit the highway must drive between vehicles that are accelerating to enter the highway

Question 28

A road test will be refused by the examiner if

Answer 28

The vehicle is not mechanically safe

Question 29

Is a driver allowed to exceed speed limit when passing another vehicle?

Answer 29

No! IT'S ILLEGAL!!

Question 30

Speed limit at a construction zone must be...

Answer 30

obeyed at all times

Question 31

In a vehicle that doesn't have anti-lock brakes, threshold braking refers to

Answer 31

-Applying an even braking force to the point just before the wheels lock -easing off slightly if the wheels lock

Question 32

When a driver's vehicle is approached by an emergency vehicle sound a siren, from any direction on a two-way road, the driver must....

Answer 32

Drive as close as possible to the right curb or edge of the road and stop

Question 33

The recommended braking procedure to bring a vehicle to a normal, smooth stop is

Answer 33

-Apply brake pressure -ease off slightly just before the vehicle stops -re-apply sufficient pressure to stop

Question 34

Seatbelts must be...

Answer 34

worn at all times

Question 35

A driver entering a traffic circle must...

Answer 35

yield to the vehicles inside the circle

Question 36

A deceleration lane is

Answer 36

a lane where vehicles reduce speed when exiting a highway

Question 37

When turning left from a two-way road onto a one-way road, what lane should the vehicle enter?

Answer 37

The lane closest to the curb on the left side of the one-way

Question 38

When two vehicles approach an uncontrolled "T" intersection at a right angles to each other at approximately the same time...

Answer 38

the vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way

Question 39

Unless otherwise permitted, what lane must a driver be in to turn left from a one-way road

Answer 39

The left lane nearest the left curb

Question 40

Which statement describes the steps required to reverse in a straight line?

Answer 40

-Place left hand at the top of the steering wheel -look over right shoulder through the rear window

Question 41

An acceleration lane is:

Answer 41

A lane with broken line markings

Question 42

A Learner with a class 7 license is not permitted to drive between

Answer 42

Midnight and 5am

Question 43

Flashing yellow light means

Answer 43

The traffic light will turn red

Question 44

Unless stated otherwise, school zone speed limits are in effect on school days during what hours?

Answer 44

8am-9:30an 11:30am-1:30am 3pm-4:30pm

Question 45

When driving in the right lane on a highway, what should a driver do if another vehicle attempts to merge from an acceleration lane on the right?

Answer 45

Move into the left lane if its safe to do so, or be prepared to adjust speed

Question 46

Which direction should a vehicle's front wheels be turned when parked uphill on a two-way road with a curb?

Answer 46

To the left

Question 47

When approaching the rear of a stopped school bus that has it's alternately flashing red lights activated, a driver must

Answer 47

stop behind the bus and wait until the alternating red lights stop flashing

Question 48

When travelling in urban areas, drivers should scan the road approximately

Answer 48

12 to 15sec ahead

Question 49

Before leaving a parallel parking space on the right side of a road

Answer 49

Shoulder check to the left

Question 50

When approaching the top of a hill on a two-lane highway

Answer 50

Stay to the right portion of the lane

Question 51

Playground zones are in effect from:

Answer 51

8:30am to 1hr after sunset

Question 52

Most skids are the result of...

Answer 52

Driver error

Question 53

How close can a driver legally park a vehicle to a stop sign

Answer 53

5metres

Question 54

Parking in a space reserved for persons with disabilities is permitted

Answer 54

When the vehicle has a proper identifying placard or licence plate

Question 55

At what minimum distance must headlights be dimmed at night when approaching another vehicle from behind

Answer 55

150metres

Question 56

When are dual turns permitted at an intersection

Answer 56

Only when indicated by pavement markings or traffic control signs

Question 57

A learner with a Class 7 operator's license is suspended when they accumulate

Answer 57

15 demerits

Question 58

Speed limit signs indicate

Answer 58

Maximum speed permitted when conditions are favourable

Question 59

An 'uncontrol intersection' has...

Answer 59

no traffic control signal lights or traffic signs

Question 60

When facing a merge sign a driver should

Answer 60

Watch for a gap in traffic on the highway they're entering, adjust to highway speed in the acceleration lane and blend in smoothly

Question 61

In reduced visibility due to fog, smoke or snow , use the

Answer 61

Headlights on low beam

Question 62

Is a driver allowed to turn right at a red light?

Answer 62

Yes, -if the driver reduces speed -there is no traffic or pedestrian in the intersection -no signs prohibiting.

Question 63

When a vehicle is stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the road, other vehicles that are approaching from the read must...

Answer 63

not pass the stopped vehicle, IT'S ILLEGAL!!

Question 64

When a head restraint is raised to the proper position, the center of the head restraint is

Answer 64

levels with the top of the ears

Question 65

When a "Passing Lane Ahead" sign is posted, the driver of a slower moving vehicle should

Answer 65

Move into the right lane when safe

Question 66

When approaching the rear of a school bus that is displaying alternating flashing amber lights, a driver should...

Answer 66

Be prepared to stop. This is a warning that the alternating flashing red lights will come on once the bus has stopped

Question 67

A vehicle exiting a parking lot onto a roadway must

Answer 67

come to a complete stop

Question 68

When approaching a railway crossing that has the flashing red light and bell activated

Answer 68

Stop at least 5meters from the nearest rail until the train has passed

Question 69

The recommended method for travelling through a curve on a highway is

Answer 69

-Reduce speed before the curve -stay in the lane -gently accelerate after entering the curve

Question 70

Why is it not safe to pass a loaded log-haul that is turning?

Answer 70

-A danger zone exists -overhang of the logs from the tail end of the truck could block all the lanes on a highway during the turn

Question 71

When encountering a funeral processions that is crossing an intersection

Answer 71

-Yield the right-of-way -Don't break through the procession

Question 72

If the vehicle's right tires travel off the paved portion of the roadway

Answer 72

-Accelerate slightly -Turn the steering wheel sharply to return to the paved portion of the roadway

Question 73

When completing an angle park, the vehicle's front wheel must be within what maximum distance from the nearest curb?

Answer 73

50cm

Question 74

In an urban area, when a pedestrian is standing at a crosswalk with their arm raised at approximately right angles to their body and pointing to the opposite curb, what does this mean?

Answer 74

Drivers must stop and yield to the pedestrian

Question 75

When approaching an intersection displaying a steady yellow traffic light...

Answer 75

Stop before the intersection unless the stop can't be made in safety

Question 76

A Solid yellow line together with a broken yellow line marked on the center of a highway means

Answer 76

If the broken line is on your side, passing is okay

Question 77

At 9am on a school day, what is the maximum speed permitted in a school zone

Answer 77

30km/h

Question 78

On a two-lane highway, when passing other vehicles travelling in the same direction, a driver should...

Answer 78

Pass on the left when safe

Question 79

What minimum distance from a fire hydrant must a vehicle be parked?

Answer 79

5 meters

Question 80

If a driver is being followed by a vehicle that is attempting to pass on a two-way road, the driver should

Answer 80

-Stay in the lane -Move to the right portion of the lane