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1.

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

2.

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

3.

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

4.

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 signaled by the trucks 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 rucks front bumper

5.

which statement 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 for cyclists, signal and proceed

d)

singal and reduce speed before the turn, look left, yield to vehicles and proceed

6.

the sign indicates:

a)

route for vehicles over 4500kg.

b)

route for slow moving vehicles

c)

reserved lane for buses

d)

dangerous goods route

7.

a single solid white line between driving lanes in an urban are means

a)

it is a 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

8.

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 center line, marked on the roadway

d)

a lane immediately beside a row of parking meters in an urban area

9.

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 mirror

10.

this sign indicates

a)

off-road facilitates ahead

b)

slippery when wet

c)

uneven pavement

d)

detour ahead

11.

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 30km/h

c)

use that lane only for the purpose of making left turns

d)

travel is not permitted int hat lane

12.

does a parent have the right to withdraw a previously given "parental consent" for someone under 18 years of age with respect to an operators license

a)

yes, provided 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

13.

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

14.

the term "over-driving" your headlights at night means

a)

the driver cannot see clearly for 1000 metres

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 headlights on for too long a time

15.

under the graduated 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

16.

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 100km/h

c)

is accurate at any speed

d)

is not accurate at speeds lower than 30km/h

17.

this sign indicates

a)

traffic entering from the right

b)

winding road ahead

c)

curve right

d)

concealed intersection on the right

18.

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 green

19.

this sign indicates

a)

do not enter

b)

slow moving vehicles ahead

c)

warning, yield sign ahead

d)

warning, traffic is approaching

20.

according to the law in alberta, it is the drivers 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

21.

when parallel parking, the vehicles wheels closest to the curb must be within what max distance

a)

80 cm form the curb

b)

30 cm from the curb

c)

10 cm form the curb

d)

50 cm form the curb

22.

who is responsible and legally obligated to report any medical condition, change in health, or physical disability that may affect a drivers ability to drive

a)

the drivers employer

b)

the driver

c)

the drivers doctor

d)

the drivers insurance company

23.

this sign indicates

a)

road narrows, left

b)

two way traffic

c)

obstruction-keep left

d)

divided highway ends

24.

this sign indicates

a)

rumble strips

b)

construction zone

c)

bump

d)

pavement ends

25.

under the graduated driver licensing program, what is the min amount of time that a person must serve as a probationary class 5 driver

a)

6 months

b)

18 months

c)

2 years

d)

1 year

26.

a large "X" painted on the pavement indicates

a)

construction ahead

b)

the traffic lane is ending

c)

railway crossing ahead

d)

wild animal crossing ahead

27.

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:

a)

$750

b)

$1000

c)

$250

d)

$500

28.

when a driver is stopping behind another vehicle in traffic

a)

remain a min of 10m from the vehicle ahead

b)

allow sufficient space to move into another lane without reserving

c)

maintain sufficient space as determined by the 2 second rule

d)

keep back approximately 1m from the rear bumper of the vehicle ahead

29.

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

a)

slow down gradually and encourage the other vehicle to pass

b)

press hard on the brake pedal

c)

increase speed to 10km/h above the posted speed limit

d)

activate the four-way flashers

30.

when recovering a skid, a driver should

a)

accelerate and steer in the opposite direction of the skid

b)

brake and counter-steer

c)

steer in the direction the driver wants the front of the vehicle to go

d)

brake and hold firmly on the steering wheel

31.

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

a)

50km/h

b)

40km/h

c)

70km/h

d)

60km/h

32.

a driver attempting to turn left at a steady green traffic light

a)

has the right of way over oncoming traffic

b)

must stop before the pedestrian crosswalk line, then proceed

c)

has the right of way over pedestrians

d)

must not cross the path of an approaching vehicle unless its safe

33.

a "weave-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)

an area on the highway that is used for emergency parking

c)

a place where the highway has a series of curves that require the driver to slow down

d)

a limited access area on a highway where a driver can legally back their vehicle when they miss their exit

34.

a road test will be refused by a driver examiner if

a)

the vehicle has a seating capacity greater than 7

b)

the vehicle is registered a s a farm vehicle

c)

the vehicle is a rental vehicle

d)

the vehicle is not mechanically safe

35.

is a driver allowed to exceed the speed limit when passing another vehicle

a)

only when passing more than one vehicle at a time

b)

yes, but not more than 10km/h over the speed limit

c)

yes, on primary highways only

d)

no, its not permitted

36.

this sign indicates

a)

children playing in residential area

b)

pedestrian crosswalk ahead

c)

school area

d)

playground zone

37.

the speed limit in a construction zone must be obeyed

a)

only during daylight hours

b)

only when a flag person is posted nearby

c)

at all times

d)

only when construction workers are present

38.

in a vehicle that does not have anti-lock brakes, threshold braking refers to

a)

applying an even braking force to the point just before the wheels lock, and easing off slightly if the wheels lock

b)

pumping the brake pedal repeatedly until the vehicle comes to a stop

c)

releasing pressure on the brake pedal, then reapplying pressure until the wheels lock

d)

applying enough force to the brake pedal to lock the wheels and keep them locked

39.

when a driver's vehicle is approached by and emergency vehicle sounding a siren, from any direction on a two-way road, the driver must

a)

continue at a reduced speed and allow sufficient space for the emergency vehicle to pass

b)

turn on their four-way hazard lights

c)

stop only when the emergency vehicle has difficulty passing

d)

drive as clost as possible to the right curb or edge of the road and stop

40.

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

a)

continually increase brake pressure until the wheels lock

b)

shift the vehicle into neutral and apply steady pressure to the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a stop

c)

pump the brake pedal smoothly until the vehicle stops

d)

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

41.

in Alberta, the law requires that seat belts must be worn

a)

only while carrying passengers

b)

properly at all times

c)

only when driving at highway speeds

d)

only when driving in the city

42.

this sign indicates

a)

heavy trucks only

b)

do not pass

c)

no vehicles allowed

d)

do not enter

43.

a driver entering a traffic circle

a)

must yield to traffic on the right

b)

must yield to vehicles in the traffic circle

c)

has the right of way

d)

must use the courtesy rule and yield to the vehicle that arrived first

44.

a deceleration lane is

a)

a lane where vehicles reduce speed when exiting a highway

b)

the right of lane of a four lane highway for use by slower moving vehicles

c)

the lane immediately to the right of a solid yellow line on a highway

d)

a lane on hills for use by slower moving vehicles

45.

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

a)

the lane immediately to the right of center

b)

the lane nearest the curb on the left side of the one-way road

c)

the center lane of the one way-road

d)

the right lane of the one-way road

46.

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

a)

the vehicle on the left must yield the right of way

b)

the vehicle on the left has the right of way

c)

the vehicle going straight through always has the right of way

d)

both vehicles must stop

47.

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

a)

the lane to the right of center

b)

the left lane nearest the left curb

c)

the lane closes to the right curb

d)

the center lane

48.

which statement describes the steps required to reserve in a straight line

a)

keep both hands on the steering wheel and constantly use the inside rear-view mirror for guidance

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 top of the steering wheel and look over the right shoulder through the rear window

d)

place the left hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and use both outside mirrors

49.

an acceleration lane is

a)

a lane with broken line markings

b)

a lane on hills, designated for faster moving vehicles

c)

the left lane of a four lane highway, for use when passing slow moving vehicles

d)

a lane in a merge area for use by vehicles entering the highway

50.

this sign indicates

a)

lanes end, loss of right lane

b)

added lane (free flow)

c)

curve right

d)

dual turn lane ahead

51.

under the GDL program, a learner with a class 7 license is not permitted to drive a vehicle between the hours of

a)

9am - 5pm

b)

midnight-5am

c)

10pm-6am

d)

midnight-7am

52.

what does a flashing yellow traffic light mean

a)

the traffic light will turn green

b)

stop until the light stops flashing

c)

the traffic light will turn red

d)

procced with caution

53.

unless otherwise posted, the school zone speed limits are in effect on school days during the following hours

a)

8:30am- 1 hour after sunset

b)

8am-9:30am; 11:30am-1:30pm;

3pm-4:30pm

c)

8:30am-9:30am;

12pm-1pm;

3:30pm-4pm

d)

8am-4:30pm

54.

this sign indicates

a)

playground zone

b)

pedestrian crosswalk

c)

designated school bus stop

d)

school zone

55.

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

a)

stop to allow the other vehicle in

b)

accelerate to close any gap in the traffic flow

c)

move into the left lane if it safe to do so, or be prepared to adjust speed

d)

insist that the other vehicle yield the right of way

56.

which direction should a vehicles front wheels be turned when parking uphill on a two way road with a curb

a)

parallel to the curb

b)

to the left

c)

to the right

d)

straight ahead

57.

when approaching the rear of a stopped school bus that has its alternately flashing red lights activated, a driver must

a)

sound the horn to alert any pedestrians and pass at a slow rate pf spped

b)

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

c)

move to the left lane, reduce speed to 30km/h and pass cautiously

d)

stop behind the bus, look carefully for pedestrians and, if clear, drive past the bus slowly

58.

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

a)

25 to 30 seconds ahead

b)

12 to 15 seconds ahead

c)

20 to 30 seconds ahead

d)

1 to 6 seconds ahead

59.

this sign indicates

a)

t intersection

b)

traffic lane ends

c)

concealed intersection

d)

trucks entering highway ahead

60.

this sign indicates

a)

winding road ahead

b)

weave zone ahead

c)

slippery when wet

d)

lane changing permitted

61.

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

a)

turn on the right signal

b)

shoulder check to the left

c)

shoulder check to the right

d)

use an arm signal straight out and up

62.

when approaching the top of a hill on a two lane highway

a)

exceeding the speed limit is permitted

b)

flash the headlights to warn oncoming vehicles

c)

stay to the right portion of the lane

d)

keep close to the center line to prevent others from passing

63.

playground zones are in effect

a)

from 8:30am to 1 hour after sunset

b)

from 8am to 8pm

c)

during daylight hours and until 11pm

d)

only when schools lets out at noon and after 4:30pm

64.

this sign indicates

a)

"T" intersection

b)

winding road ahead

c)

merging traffic

d)

road narrows to the right

65.

according to the basic license drivers handbook, most skids are the result of

a)

bad brakes

b)

icy roads

c)

bad tires

d)

driver error

66.

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

a)

10m

b)

5m

c)

3m

d)

1.5m

67.

parking in a space reserved for persons with disabilities is permitted

a)

when all other parking spaces are filled

b)

while the driver is waiting in the vehicle

c)

when a driver stops for less then 5 mins

d)

when the vehicle has a proper identifying placard or license plate

68.

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

a)

60m

b)

300m

c)

150m

d)

100m

69.

when are dual turns permitted at an intersection

a)

only when turning away from a one way road onto a one way road

b)

only when indicated by pavement markings or traffic control signs

c)

any time there are at least 2 lanes on the road being entered

d)

only when the road has 6 or more lanes

70.

this sign indicates

a)

through lane only

b)

passing permitted

c)

no turns permitted

d)

two way traffic

71.

under the GDL program, a learner with a class 7 operators license is suspended when they accumulate

a)

15 demerits

b)

12 demerits

c)

8 demerits

d)

7 demerits

72.

speed limit indicate

a)

the speed you should travel under all driving conditions

b)

the min speed permitted on all highways

c)

the max speed permitted when conditions are favorable

d)

the max speed permitted except when passing

73.

an "uncontrolled intersection"

a)

has a flashing yellow light for one direction of traffic and a flashing red light for the other direction of traffic

b)

has traffic signs but no traffic control signal lights

c)

has no traffic control signal lights or traffic signs

d)

has yield signs but no stop signs

74.

this sign indicates

a)

sharp left curve in the road ahead

b)

left turns are prohibited

c)

vehicles may turn left or go straight

d)

double lane left turn

75.

when facing a merge sign a driver should

a)

stop at the entrance to the other highway and wait until a gap in traffic occurs before prcceeding

b)

watch for a gap in traffic on the highway they are entering, adjust to highway speed in the acceleration lane and blend in smoothly

c)

stop and yield the right of way to traffic already on the highway

d)

reduce speed and proceed with caution

76.

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

a)

park lights

b)

headlights on high beam

c)

headlights on low beam

d)

daytime running lights

77.

this sign indicates

a)

emergency vehicles entering roadway

b)

the designated lane is closed

c)

railway crossing

d)

do not enter

78.

is a driver allowed to turn right at a red traffic control light

a)

yes, but only when a sign permits such a turn

b)

yes, if the driver reduces speed and there is no traffic or pedestrian in the intersection, and no sign that prohibits such a turn

c)

yes, if the driver stops and there is no traffic, pedestrian or sign that prohibits such a turn

d)

no, right turns on a red traffic light are never permitted

79.

this sign indicates

a)

lane is reserved for use by the specified vehicles

b)

one way traffic only

c)

car pool vehicles only

d)

lane can be used for dangerous goods vehicles

80.

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 if there is no oncoming traffic that may be impede passing safely

b)

must not pass the stopped vehicle. it is illegal

c)

may pass the stopped vehicle when eye contact is made with the pedestrian and the pedestrian stops

d)

may pass the stopped vehicle when the pedestrian crossing signal has changed to "Don't walk"

81.

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

a)

level with the top of the ears

b)

level with the top of the shoulders

c)

level with the neck

d)

level with the top of the head

82.

this sign indicates

a)

school zone ahead

b)

caution log trucks turning

c)

traffic control signal advance warning

d)

pedestrian crosswalk ahead

83.

when a "PASSING LANE AHEAD" sign is posted, the driver pf a slower moving vehicle should

a)

use the right lane and reduce their speed to half the posted speed limit

b)

use the left lane only

c)

increase speed

d)

move into the right lane when safe

84.

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

a)

be prepared to stop as this is a warning that the alternating flashing red lights will come on once the bus has stopped

b)

be prepared to stop as this could be a warning that there is a collision ahead and the traffic flow has stopped

c)

stop immediately because the school bus is loading or unloading students

d)

use caution as the school bus is approaching a railroad crossing and is about to stop

85.

in the basic license drivers 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)

between 7pm and 7am

d)

beginning 1 hour after sunset and ending 1 hour before the following sunrise

86.

this sign indicates

a)

no through traffic or right turns

b)

turn left or go straight through

c)

turn from a one way road onto a one way road

d)

straight through or right turn

87.

a vehicle exiting a parking lot onto a roadway

a)

must stop if there is a stop sign

b)

must come to a complete stop

c)

must stop before crossing the sidewalk only if there are pedestrians present

d)

is not required to stop

88.

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

a)

cross the tracks if the train is a min of 250m away

b)

reduce speed, check for trains, and then proceed across the tracks

c)

do not stop and do not change gears while crossing the tracks

d)

stop at least 5m from the nearest rail until the train has passed

89.

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

a)

reduce speed before the curve, stay in the lane and gently accerlate after entering the curve

b)

maintain speed before the curve, brake in the curve, look ahead and accelerate out of the curve

c)

cover the brake pedal before the curve, counter-steer toward the outside of the lane and accelerate when exiting

d)

accelerate before the curve, cover the brake pedal in the curve and accelerate

90.

this sign indicates

a)

yield the right of way to pedestrians and traffic

b)

dangerous goods vehicle placard: flammable gas

c)

slow moving vehicle

d)

warning, yield sign ahead

91.

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 overhang of the logs from the tail end of the truck could block all the lanes on a highway during the turn

d)

it is illegal to do so

92.

this sign indicates

a)

playground zone ahead

b)

pedestrian crossing ahead

c)

school bus stop ahead

d)

school zone ahead

93.

when encountering a funeral processions 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 high beam headlights before proceeding

94.

if the vehicles right tires travel off the paved portion of the roadway

a)

apply the brakes 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

95.

this sign indicates

a)

a school zone

b)

school crosswalk ahead

c)

playground zone

d)

pedestrian activated lights ahead

96.

when completing an angle park, the vehicles front wheel must be within what max distance from the nearest curb

a)

100cm

b)

50cm

c)

25cm

d)

75cm

97.

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

a)

drivers must stop and yield to the pedestrian

b)

the pedestrian is visually impaired and needs assistance to cross the road

c)

drivers do not have to yield to the pedestrian until they step off the curb

d)

drivers should reduce speed to 20km/h and be cautious when passing the pedestrian

98.

this sign indicates

a)

pavement ends

b)

construction zone ahead

c)

dead end

d)

hazard marker

99.

this sign indicates

a)

divided highway ends

b)

divided highway begins

c)

obstruction - pass on the left

d)

two way traffic

100.

when approaching an intersection displaying a steady yellow traffic light

a)

proceed since the light is about to turn green

b)

yield to vehicles on the right

c)

stop before the intersection unless the stop cannot be made safety

d)

increase speed to clear the intersection

101.

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

a)

the road narrows ahead

b)

if the solid line is on your side, passing is permitted

c)

if the broken line is on your side, passing is not permitted

d)

if the broken line is on your side, passing is perimtted

102.

at 9am on a school day, what is the max speed permitted in a school zone in a rural area, unless otherwise posted

a)

50km/h

b)

20km/h

c)

40km/h

d)

30km/h

103.

on a two lane highway, when passing other vehicles travelling in the same direction, a driver

a)

should pass on the left when safe

b)

should pass on the right when safe

c)

should always travel 30km/h faster than the vehicle being passed

d)

should not pull out to pass until they are within 3m of the vehicle being passed

104.

this sign indicates

a)

off road facilities

b)

hospital services

c)

hotel services

d)

primary highway route marker

105.

what min distance from a fire hydrant must a vehicle be parked

a)

3m

b)

4m

c)

2m

d)

5m

106.

this sign indicates

a)

construction sign, flag person ahead

b)

construction sign, detour ahead

c)

caution, falling rock ahead

d)

construction sign, people working ahead

107.

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 left portion of the lane

b)

stay in the lane and move to the right portion of the lane

c)

turn on the left signal and stay in the lane

d)

turn on the right signal and drive in the parking lane

108.

unless otherwise posted, what is the basic speed limit outside a city, town or village on a primary highway?

a)

100km/h

b)

90km/h

c)

110km/h

d)

80km/h

109.

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