Cheat sheet Qs Flashcards
1.) Unless otherwise posted, what is the basic speed limit outside a city, town or village on a primary highway?
a. 100 km/h b. 90 km/h c. 110 km/h d. 80 km/h
A
2.) When backing a passenger vehicle to the left, a driver should:
a. Look in the inside rear-view mirror and make steering adjustments as necessary
b. Look over the right shoulder with occasional glances to the front
c. Look over the left shoulder with occasional glances to the front
d. Without shoulder checking, use the inside and outside rear-view mirrors to ensure the best view to the rear
and both sides of the vehicle
C
When approaching an intersection and facing a traffic control light that is showing a green right-turn arrow and
a red light, a driver:
a. Must stop and wait for a green light before turning in the direction of the arrow
b. May go straight through the intersection without stopping
c. May proceed when safe, without stopping, in the direction of the arrow
d. May turn left without stopping
C
Alberta has a demerit point system where a fully licensed (non-learner, non-probationary) driver is suspended
when they accumulate:
a. 15 points b. 8 points c. 5 points d. 12 points
A
When passing a large truck on a two-way highway, a driver should:
a. Leave extra room before returning to their lane
b. Return to their lane when signalled by the truck’s headlights
c. Return to their lane when the truck is no longer visible in any of their rear-view mirrors
d. Return to their lane once they have cleared the truck’s front bumper
A
Which statements best describes the steps for turning right at a red traffic light?
a. Right turns on a red traffic light are never permitted
b. Signal and make sure there is no sign prohibiting the turn, stop, look left and right, yield the right-of-way,
then proceed
c. Reduce speed before the turn, look right for cyclists, signal and proceed
d. Signal and reduce speed before the turn, look left, yield to vehicles and proceed
B
A single solid white line between driving lanes in an urban area means:
a. It is an line separating traffic travelling in opposite directions
b. Traffic on the right is moving faster than traffic on the left
c. Lane changing is not permitted
d. Lane changing is permitted
C
) A “parking lane” as defined in the Basic License Driver’s Handbook is:
a. A lane closest to the curb, where parking is permitted but there are no meters
b. All of these responses are correct
c. That portion of a primary highway between the edge of the roadway to the right of the direction of traffic
and the nearest solid white line, not being the centre line, marked on the roadway
d. A lane immediately beside a row of parking meters in an urban area
B
Shoulder checking means:
a. Glancing towards the blind spot in the direction the driver intends to move
b. Glancing into the left outside mirror
c. Glancing into both the inside and outside mirrors
d. Glancing into the right outside mi
A
Shoulder checking means:
a. Glancing towards the blind spot in the direction the driver intends to move
b. Glancing into the left outside mirror
c. Glancing into both the inside and outside mirrors
d. Glancing into the right outside mi
A
) A traffic-lane control light with an illuminated red “X” means:
a. Prepare for an emergency vehicle travelling in that lane
b. Reduce speed to below 30 km/h
c. Use that lane only for the purpose of making left turn
d. Travel is not permitted in that lane
D
Does a parent have the right to withdraw a previously given “parental consent” for someone under 18 years of
age with respect to an operator’s license?
a. Yes, providing the person is still under the age of 18 and is not self-supporting or married
b. Yes, provided that both parents verbally agree to withdraw the consent at a registry office
c. No, once it is given it remains in effect until the person reaches 18 years of age
d. No, but another consent form must be signed by both parents after a license suspension
A
When parking downhill on a two-way road, a driver should:
a. Turn the front wheels toward the curb or edge of the roadway and set the parking brake
b. Keep the front wheels positioned straight ahead and set the parking brake
c. Turn the front wheels away from the curb or edge of the roadway and set the parking brake
d. Set the parking brake only
A
If a driver is being followed by a vehicle that is attempting to pass on a two-way road, the driver should:
a. Stay in the lane and move to the right portion of the lane
b. Turn on the right signal and drive in the parking lane
c. Turn on the left signal and stay in the lane
d. Stay in the lane and move to the left portion of the lane
A
The recommended braking procedure to bring a vehicle to a normal, smooth stop is:
a. Continually increase brake pressure until the wheels lock
b. Apply brake pressure, ease off slightly just before the vehicle stops, then re-apply sufficient pressure to
stop
c. Shift the vehicle into neutral and apply steady pressure to the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a stop
d. Pump the brake pedal smoothly until the vehicle stops
B
The recommended braking procedure to bring a vehicle to a normal, smooth stop is:
a. Continually increase brake pressure until the wheels lock
b. Apply brake pressure, ease off slightly just before the vehicle stops, then re-apply sufficient pressure to
stop
c. Shift the vehicle into neutral and apply steady pressure to the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a stop
d. Pump the brake pedal smoothly until the vehicle stops
B
Which statement describes the steps required to reverse in a straight line?
a. Place the left hand at the top of the steering wheel and look over the right shoulder through the rear
window
b. Place the right hand at the top of the steering wheel, look over the left shoulder and use the outside left
rear-view mirror
c. Place the left hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and use both outside mirrors
d. Keep both hands on the steering wheel and constantly use the inside rear-view mirror for guidance
A
A “Weaver Zone” is best described as:
a. A place on a highway where the entrance and exit lanes are close together, and vehicles that are slowing
to exit the highway must drive between vehicles that are accelerating to enter the highway
b. A place where the highway has a series of curves that require that driver to slow down
c. An area on the highway that is used for emergency parking
d. A limited access area on a highway where a driver can legally back their vehicle when they miss their exit
A
When a dual turns permitted at an intersection?
a. Only when turning from a one-way road onto a one-way road
b. Any time there are at least 2 lanes on the road being entered
c. Only when indicated by pavement markings or traffic control signs
d. Only when the road has 6 or more lanes
C
When a dual turns permitted at an intersection?
a. Only when turning from a one-way road onto a one-way road
b. Any time there are at least 2 lanes on the road being entered
c. Only when indicated by pavement markings or traffic control signs
d. Only when the road has 6 or more lanes
C
When approaching a Yield sign, you must:
a. Yield the right-of-way to traffic not facing the sign and all pedestrians in the intersection
b. Always sound the horn to warn other traffic within the intersection
c. Expect all other vehicles to yield the right-of-way to you
d. Come to a stop and proceed after looking to the right and left
A
The term “over-driving” your headlights at night means:
a. The driver cannot see clearly for 1000 meters
b. The low beam headlights are not set properly
c. The driver is travelling at a speed which would not permit them to see an object in time to stop
d. The driver has had the headlights on for too long time
C
Under the Graduated Driver Licensing program, a driver will receive 2 demerits:
a. For having more passengers than there are seat belts
b. For not wearing a seat belt securely fastened
c. For not wearing a seat belt
d. For not wearing a seat belt properly adjusted
A
Using the 2-second rule to judge a safe following distance when driving:
a. Is more accurate on rural highways than in urban centres
b. Is not accurate at speeds greater than 100 km/h
c. Is accurate at any speed
d. Is not accurate at speeds lower than 100 km/h
C
Using the 2-second rule to judge a safe following distance when driving:
a. Is more accurate on rural highways than in urban centres
b. Is not accurate at speeds greater than 100 km/h
c. Is accurate at any speed
d. Is not accurate at speeds lower than 100 km/h
C
A driver approaching a flashing red traffic light must:
a. Stop and wait for the flashing green light
b. Reduce speed and proceed with caution
c. Stop and proceed only when safe to do so
d. Stop until the signal light turns gre
C
According to the law in Alberta, it is the driver’s responsibility to ensure that all passengers under what age are
properly restrained in the vehicle?
a. 18 years b. 24 years c. 21 years d. 16 years
D
When parallel parking, the vehicle’s wheels closest to the curb must be within what maximum distance?
a. 80 cm from the curb
b. 30 cm from the curb
c. 10 cm from the curb
d. 50 cm from the curb
D
When parallel parking, the vehicle’s wheels closest to the curb must be within what maximum distance?
a. 80 cm from the curb
b. 30 cm from the curb
c. 10 cm from the curb
d. 50 cm from the curb
D
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?
a. The driver’s employer
b. The driver
c. The driver’s doctor
d. The driver’s insurance company
B
When a vehicle is stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the road, other vehicles that are approaching from the
rear:
a. May pass the stopped vehicle when the pedestrian crossing signal has changed to “Don’t Walk”
b. May pass the stopped vehicle when eye contact is made with the pedestrian and the pedestrian stops
c. Must not pass the stopped vehicle. It is illegal
d. May pass the stopped vehicle if there is no oncoming traffic that may impede passing safely
C
Unless otherwise permitted, what lane must a driver be in to turn left from a one-way road?
a. The centre lane
b. The lane closest to the right curb
c. The left lane nearest the left curb
d. The lane to the right of centre
C
When a driver is stopping behind another vehicle in traffic:
a. Keep back approximately 1 metre from the rear bumper of the vehicle ahead
b. Allow sufficient space to move into another lane without reversing
c. Remain a minimum of 10 metres from the vehicle ahead
d. Maintain sufficient space as determined by the 2-second rule
B
Why is it not safe to pass a loaded log-haul truck that is turning?
a. The driver of the truck needs to fully concentrate on the turn and does not need the added responsibility of
a passing vehicle
b. Loaded log-haul trucks obey the 6-second rule for turns
c. A danger zone exists as the overhand of the logs from the tall end of the truck could block all the lanes on
a highway during the turn
d. It is illegal to do so
C
Why is it not safe to pass a loaded log-haul truck that is turning?
a. The driver of the truck needs to fully concentrate on the turn and does not need the added responsibility of
a passing vehicle
b. Loaded log-haul trucks obey the 6-second rule for turns
c. A danger zone exists as the overhand of the logs from the tall end of the truck could block all the lanes on
a highway during the turn
d. It is illegal to do so
C
A “slow moving vehicle” sign must be displayed on the rear of any vehicle that normally travels at speeds less
than:
a. 70 km/h b. 50 km/h c. 40 km/h d. 60 km/h
C
A “slow moving vehicle” sign must be displayed on the rear of any vehicle that normally travels at speeds less
than:
a. 70 km/h b. 50 km/h c. 40 km/h d. 60 km/h
C
When encountering a funeral procession that is crossing an intersection:
a. Sound the horn before proceeding
b. Proceed through the funeral procession only when there is sufficient space between vehicles
c. Yield the right-of-way and do not break through the procession
d. Flash the high beam headlights before proceeding
C
When travelling in urban areas, drivers should scan the road approximately:
a. 25 to 30 seconds ahead
b. 20 to 30 seconds ahead
c. 12 to 15 seconds ahead
d. 1 to 6 seconds ahead
C
Is a driver allowed to exceed the speed limit when passing another vehicle?
a. Yes, on primary highways only
b. No, it is never permitted
c. Yes, but not more than 10 km/h over the speed limit
d. Only when passing more than one vehicle at a time
B
If the vehicle’s right tires travel off the paved portion of the roadway:
a. Apply the brakes firmly and counter-steer to return to the paved portion of the roadway
b. Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel, ease off the gas pedal, and then gradually return to the paved
portion of the roadway
c. Accelerate slightly, then turn the steering wheel sharply to return to the paved portion of the roadway
d. Move the vehicle completely off the paved portion, then steer back onto the paved portion of the roadway
C
In the Basic License Driver’s Handbook, “nighttime” is defined as the period of time:
a. Beginning 1 hour before sunset and ending 1 hour after the following sunrise
b. Beginning at sunset and ending at the following sunrise
c. Beginning 1 hour after sunset and ending 1 hour before the following sunrise
d. Between 7:00pm and 7:00am
C
A deceleration lane is:
a. a lane where vehicles reduce speed when exiting a highway
b. the right lane of a four-lane highway for use by slower moving vehicles
c. a lane on hills for use by slower moving vehicles
d. the lane immediately to the right of a solid yellow line on a highway
A
A deceleration lane is:
a. a lane where vehicles reduce speed when exiting a highway
b. the right lane of a four-lane highway for use by slower moving vehicles
c. a lane on hills for use by slower moving vehicles
d. the lane immediately to the right of a solid yellow line on a highway
A
When completing an angle park, the vehicle’s front wheel must be within what maximum distance from the
nearest curb?
a. 100 cm b. 50 cm c. 25 cm d. 75 cm
B
According to the Basic License Driver’s Handbook, most skids are the result of:
a. Driver error b. bad tires c. bad brakes d. icy roads
A
At a stop sign, a driver must:
a. Stop in a position where the visibility is the greatest
b. Stop 10 metres before a marked crosswalk or stop line
c. Stop in the marked crosswalk or on the stop line
d. Stop before entering a marked crosswalk or crossing a stop line
D
What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?
a. Proceed with caution
b. The traffic light will turn green
c. Stop until the light stops flashing
d. The traffic light will turn red
A
