Alberta Class 7 Learner's Licence (All questions possible on actual test)

When entering a tunnel on a sunny day, you should:

Slow down to let your eyes adjust to the lower light levels

What legal documents are all drivers required to have with them while they are driving?

Driver's Licence, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration

Consuming one glass of beer before driving is:

Illegal for those who have a Learner's Licence or Class 5 Licence

Which of the following is NOT a condition for probationary (Class 5) drivers in the Graduated licencing program?

Is not permitted to driver from midnight to 5 am

How far away from a Stop sign, traffic control signal or crosswalk are you required to park?

5 Metres

Which Vehicles may be equipped with a combination of flashing red and white lights?

Ambulances and Fire Trucks

Under icy road conditions, in general, most collisions are caused by:

Sudden changes in speed or direction

When there is a solid white line to the left of your vehicle, it means:

That you may not make a left lane change

If someone is tailgating you, you should:

Any of the above

If your car breaks down on the freeway, you should:

Signal, pull over to the far right, stay near your vehicle in a safe place and raise the hood

Overdriving your headlights at night is dangerous because:

You cannot stop within the distance that you can see

When is it illegal to pass another vehicle?

All of the above (When approaching vehicles are to close, When a solid yellow line is on your side of the centre lane, When a sign indicates a no-passing law)

When approaching a stop sign where there is not stop line, sidewalk or crosswalk you should:

Stop 3 metres back from the intersecting roadway

How far back are you required to stop from railroad tracks?

5 metres from the nearest rail

Pedestrians and cyclists are most at risk from vehicles because:

They are more likely to be severely injured in a crash with a car than car drivers or passengers

For the purpose of driving, what hours are considered night time?

Between one hour after sunset and one hour before sunrise the next morning

Which of the following is not a turn-about?

A right turn

To become a probationary driver (Class 5) you must:

All of the above (Be 16 years of age or older, Pass the standard Alberta road test, Have held a learner's licence (Class 7) for at least one year)

When do emergency vehicles with flashing lights and sirens have the right of way?

In all circumstances

When using your signal lights, you should:

All of the above (Make sure you don't use it too soon, or other driver's may become confused as to where you are turning, Make sure it is turned off after your turn or lane change is complete, Make sure you use it in time to give other drivers a warning that you are going to turn)

When passing a very large vehicle, you should:

B and C are correct (Pass as quickly as you can, Make sure you have enough space ; you do not want to get stuck in the vehicles blind spot)

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit for a primary highway located outside an urban area?

100 km/h

When towing a trailer on a public road, what is illegal to transport?

Passengers

When parking downhill on a road with a curb, you should turn your steering wheel so:

The tires point towards the curb

When approaching areas on freeways where other vehicles are entering, drivers on the freeway can help the flow of traffic by:

Moving left to clear the right lane

When approached by an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and sirens in operation, under what circumstances is it OK not to stop?

When on the opposite side of a divided highway median

When making a right turn onto a two-way street and there is a parked vehicle in the curb lane , which lane should you turn into?

A and C are correct (If the v

A pedestrian using a white cane means that:

The pedestrian is visually impaired

When entering a playground zone in either an urban or rural area, while times are in effect, what is the maximum speed allowed (unless otherwise posted)?

30 km/h

Vehicles approaching a steady red traffic light may:

Turn left from a one-way street to a one-way street, after a complete stop, unless prohibited by a sign.

It is important to stay well behind large trucks and buses, and out of their blind zones because:

All of the above (You may not be visible to the driver if you follow too closely, You will not be able to see very well if you follow too closely, You could get crushed between one of these vehicles and the curb if they are turning at an intersection)

When is reversing permitted on freeways?

Never: reversing is always prohibited on a freeway

When can you make a right turn at a red light?

B and C are correct (After coming to a complete stop and yielding to both traffic and pedestrians, Anytime there are no signs prohibiting a right turn on a red light)

If a vehicle ahead of you is stopped at a crosswalk on a multi-lane road you should:

Stop before passing this vehicle and make sure there are no pedestrians in the crosswalk.

When travelling in the winter, it is a good idea to:

All of the above (Carry a shovel, sand or salt, and warning flares, Use snow tires, Make sure that snow and frost are removed from all your windows before you start driving)

If you must drive through a deep puddle, you should:

B and C are correct (Drive through it as slowly as possible, Apply the brakes after you get through the puddle to dry them out)

When the driver of another vehicle is about to overtake and pass your vehicle, you must:

Continue driving at the same speed and allow the other driver to pass.

To help prevent collision with an animal you should:

All of the above (Scan the sides of the roadway ahead for animals, Watch for animal crossing signs, Be extra cautious at dusk and dawn)

It is OK to consume a drug before driving if:

It is a medication that does not cause drowsiness

Some thing's to watch for on the side of the road are:

All of the above (People in wheelchairs travelling toward an intersection, Children playing with a ball, People who are visually impaired who may have a cane or a guide dog)

A driver is planning on making a turn at the upcoming intersection. The driver should be in the proper turning lane at least how many metres from the intersection?

15 metres

While driving on a two-way road, you hear an emergency vehicle siren. You must:

Slow down, move to the right curb or edge of the roadway and until the emergency vehicle has passed

When faced with low visibility conditions while driving, you should:

Pull over and stop in a safe place until it is safe to continue

Which of the following is NOT a condition of a Learner's Licence (Class 7)?

Must hold a learner's licence for at least two years

A flashing red light means:

Stop, and proceed when it is safe to do so

When changing lanes, you should:

Check your mirrors, check your blind zone, signal and proceed when safe to do so.

Which of the following factors would be most important in choosing a safe speed for driving in fog?

How far you can see

When you arrive at a traffic circle, you should:

All of the above (Slow down as you approach the circle, Yield to traffic already in the circle, Yield to pedestrians)

If you get angry or upset while driving, you should:

Calm down before you drive

When parking uphill on the right side of the street with a curb, steer so that the front wheels:

Are turned to the left

If you are going into a curve too quickly, you should:

Ease off the accelerator, then gently accelerate as you regain traction

Sudden, strong gusts of wind have little effect on a vehicle moving at highway speeds (True or False)

False

What should you NOT do if your vehicle breaks down due to mechanical problems on a busy highway?

Attempt roadside repairs on your vehicle

When do you NOT need to make a shoulder check?

When judging your following distance.

If your car begins to skid, you should:

Steer in the direction you want to go

When sharing the road with a motorcycle:

You should stay well behind it, and pass it as you would any other car

When exciting from a highway, slow down:

After entering the deceleration lane

When you are following a motorcycle, allow extra space between your vehicle and the motorcycle because:

Motorcycles can stop very quickly.

Motorcycles have more control than cars in poor conditions.

Motorcycles have a larger blind spot.

Motorcycles are smaller than cars.

Motorcycles can stop very quickly

A light with a steady green arrow pointing either left or right means:

You may turn in the direction of the arrow if the intersection is clear.

You must check for oncoming traffic before turning in the direction of the arrow.

Stop and proceed in the direction of the arrow with caution.

Drive straight through the intersection

You may turn in the direction of the arrow if the intersection is clear.

A white diamond marking in a lane indicates that:

There is parking allowed in the lane.

There is a railway crossing ahead.

The lane is reserved for specific vehicles.

There is a traffic circle ahead.

The lane is reserved for specific vehicles.

Before making a left turn, a driver should:

Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians and wait for a safe gap.

Signal any drivers behind to pass.

Make sure there are no cars behind.

Wait for oncoming drivers to wave him/her through.

Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians and wait for a safe gap.

When approached by an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and siren in operation, under what circumstances is it OK not to stop?

When on the opposite side of a divided highway median.

When there is room for the emergency vehicle to pass you.

When your emergency is more important than theirs.

When you are able to stay ahead of the emergency vehicle.

When on the opposite side of a divided highway median.

When a red "X" is indicated over a driving lane, a driver must:

Not enter or remain in that lane.

Stop immediately as it indicates there is danger ahead.

Reduce speed and drive with extra caution.

Be prepared for an upcoming traffic light.

Not enter or remain in that lane.

When parking near a fire hydrant, what is the minimum distance that should be left between the vehicle and the fire hydrant?

2 metres

10 metres

5 metres

15 metres

5 metres

"Even if you do not break any basic driving rule, you may be held liable for a collision if you do nothing to avoid it." This is one way of stating which principle?

No-fault insurance.

Last clear chance.

Financial responsibility.

The basic speed rule

Last clear chance

When approached by an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and sirens in operation, what should you do?

Ensure that you stay at least 150 metres ahead of the emergency vehicle.

Stop wherever you are.

Turn up the volume on the stereo.

Pull over to the side of the road and stop.

Pull over to the side of the road and stop.