Chapter 2: Safe and Responsible Driving Flashcards
Goal: to learn the basics of driving.
How far must you see the ground in front of you while seated at the front wheel?
4 metres in front of you
Where are your blind spots in a car?
back left and back right
What are the penalties for not wearing a seatbelt?
A $500 fine, 2 demerit points; for new learners (G1/G2), a license suspension for 30 days
How far must headlights shine at night/in poor conditions?
150m in front, lighting objects 110m away
When should headlights be turned on?
30mins before sunset to 30 mins after sunrise, and in low light
How far should you turn on low beams with oncoming vehicles?
150m of oncoming vehicles
How far should you turn on low beams behind vehicles?
60m behind another vehicle UNLESS passing (in which case, you can turn on high beam as you move alongside the vehicle you’re passing to see more ahead).
What is the maximum posted speed limit in cities, towns, villages, and built-up areas?
50km/h
What is the maximum posted speed limit in places NOT cities, towns, villages, or built-up areas?
80km/h
What three things must you provide to a police officer if pulled over?
Drivers License
Insurance
Vehicle Permit
How far must a cushion be in between you and the car in front of you while driving?
At least two seconds in ideal driving conditions; more in bad weather or following motorcycles/trucks/carrying heavy loads
What is the safest speed limit to obey?
The safest speed limit is the same speed as traffic around you without going over the speed limit
Which side of the road must you keep to?
Right-hand lane UNLESS turning left or overtaking another vehicle
When you see a farm vehicle with a 40km/h sign, you must _____________________.
Slow down, be cautious, and do not pass unless it is safe to do so
Uncontrolled intersections: If you come to a stop at the same time as another vehicle, who has the right of way?
The driver on the right
How far should you stop from a railway crossing?
5m from the nearest rail/gate
When seeing a bus with flashing red lights, you must stop __________________________.
whether you are behind the bus or approaching
When stopping BEHIND a stopped school bus, how far must you be?
20m from behind the bus
Do cars across a median barrier (physical barrier) have to stop for a school bus?
No
Flashing overhead yellow lights means _______________________.
This is a pedestrian crossing; you must stop and allow pedestrians to cross and, once clear, proceed with caution
When entering a roundabout, you must pay special attention to vehicles _________________.
to your left
Which direction must you travel in a roundabout?
Counter clockwise; keep right of central island
Which lane must you be in while inside a roundabout?
Whichever lane you entered (left if entered left lane; right if entered right lane)
True or False: You must keep your seatbelt on while backing up/going in reverse.
FALSE: You do not have to wear a seatbelt while backing up; however, you must buckle up before moving forward.
When reversing straight back or the the right, you must turn your body and head ________________.
to the right and look back over your shoulder
True or False: It is illegal to drive in reverse on a divided road that has a speed limit of 50km/h.
FALSE: It is only illegal to reverse on a divided road with a speed limit of more than 80km/h.
When a streetcar stops, you must stay at least ____ m behind the rear doors.
2
On the freeway, traffic should keep to the _________ while using the _______ lane for passing.
right, left
HOV (High Occupancy Vehicle) lanes are open:
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
HOV lanes are reserved for vehicles carrying at least _______ people.
2
TRUE or FALSE: you may cross the striped buffer lane of a HOV lane at any time.
FALSE: it is illegal and unsafe to cross the striped buffer pavement markings.
When driving down a steep hill, you should:
Shift your gear down and use your motor to assist in braking.
