Q.#1 Flashcards
Uncontrolled intersections are ones that…..?
Have no signs or streetlights.
Be cautious of large vehicles backing because…?
If you are too close behind, the driver may not be able to see you in the rear view mirrors.
If your pedal sticks and you cannot pull it up with your shoe you should….?
shift your car into neutral, apply the brakes, and safely pull off the road.
Why is it important to leave plenty of room when you pass a motorcycle?
Because the motorcycles do not offer the same safety features and protection that cars do.
When approaching a stop sign, you must….?
Stop and then proceed when safe to do so.
Solid white lines indicate that……?
Lane changing is not permitted.
You must beam your high beam lights within ________ of oncoming vehicles.
300m
What is the general maximum speed within an urban area? (Unless otherwise posted)
50 km/h
Other than cases of necessity, who is permitted to use the shoulder of a highway?
Pedestrians and bicycles.
What do Broken line markings indicate?
mean that crossing the broken line to pass or change lanes is permitted.
What do Yellow line markings indicate?
mean that vehicles on each side of the yellow line must travel in opposite directions. A yellow line should
always be on the driver’s left side.
What would be an example of an Solid line marking?
solid white lines on the road
What do x markings indicate?
X markings on rural highways indicate the approach to a railway crossing.
To become a probationary driver (Class 5) you must be…?
be 16 or older, and should have passed the standard Alberta road test.
Why is it important to lock your doors before you proceed to drive?
because Locking the doors also reduces the possibility of the doors opening if you are involved in a collision.
What does Skidding mean?
Skidding means losing control of your vehicle. It occurs if you steer too sharply or drive too quickly on slippery surfaces or under poor road conditions.
You must signal when you are….?
moving away from curb or parking lane, changing lanes, turning, etc or all of the above.
When changing lanes, you should…..?
Check your mirrors, check your blind zone, signal and proceed when safe to do so.
When you are faced with a red traffic signal, and your intention is to go straight through the intersection, what must you do first?
Stop and proceed only when the signal turns green and the intersection is clear
Before pulling off from where your vehicle is parked, you should…?
Always signal and check for traffic, pulling out only when it is safe to do so
At an uncontrolled intersection (without traffic signs or traffic lights), you should…?
Yield the right-of-way to any vehicle on your right
Which of the following hand-and-arm signals is correct for slowing or stopping?
Arm out and down
When entering a freeway you should…?
Signal and increase your speed to merge smoothly with traffic
If your pedal sticks and you cannot pull it up with your shoe you should:
Shift into neutral, pull over and stop.
Alberta has a demerit point system where a fully licensed (non-learner, non-probationary) driver is suspended when they accumulate:
15 points
When approaching a Yield sign, you must:
Yield the right-of-way to traffic not facing the sign and all pedestrians in the intersection
what does the term over-driving your headlights at night mean?
driver is travelling at a speed which would not permit them to see an object in time to stop
When a car is stuck on a hill what direction do the wheels turn?
Wheels turn left
How close can a driver legally park a vehicle to a fire hydrant?
5 meters
A “slow-moving vehicle” sign must be displayed on the rear of any vehicle that normally travels at speeds less than:
40 km/h
How many seconds should drivers scan the road?
12 to 15 seconds
What km/h should you yield to when you encounter a pedestrian?
30 km/h
Where should your hands be level with the steering wheel?
Hand on car, level with ear
what is a weave zone?
Where the entrance and exit to a highway are close together(area where the cars cross)
A traffic-lane control light with an illuminated red “X” means:
Travel is not permitted in that lane
The law requires that the wheels of the parked vehicles are within what distance from the curb?
50cm
When exiting a highway, slow down after entering the?
deceleration lane
When following a log-hauling truck, you should be aware that logs may stick out how far beyond the bed of the truck?
9m
How much meters can you wait before driving over train tracks?
5 meters
When are u turns not permitted?
U turns are not permitted at intersections with traffic control signal
A school zone sign indicating a speed limit of 30 km/h means:
a) You must slow down to indicated speed during hazardous conditions
b) you must slow down to indicated speed between 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday
c) You must slow down to the indicated speed at all times
d) You must slow down to indicated speed between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on school days
d) You must slow down to indicated speed between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on school days
When approaching an intersection, how many meters do you stop?
stop within 3 metres (10 feet) of the intersecting roadway.
When approaching an intersection, you should:
Scan the roadway - looking left, centre, right, then glance left again
When backing a passenger vehicle to the left, a driver should:
Look over the left shoulder with occasional glances to the front
When approaching an intersection and facing a traffic control light that is showing a green right-turn arrow and a red light, a driver:
may enter the intersection and proceed without stopping only in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Alberta has a demerit point system where a fully licenced (non-learner, non-probationary) driver is suspended when they accumulate:
15 points
Shoulder checking means:
Glancing towards the blind spot in the direction the driver intends to move
Speed limit signs indicate:
The maximum speed permitted when conditions are favourable
Which vehicles may be equipped with a combination of flashing red and white lights?
Ambulances and Fire Trucks
