Chapter 4-3: Uncontrolled intersections

The “Uncontrolled Intersections” section of the Alberta Class 7 test focuses on intersections without stop signs, yield signs, or traffic lights.

Alberta Driving Test - Chapter 4-3: Uncontrolled intersections

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What must you remember about crosswalks at intersections?

All intersections have crosswalks that may be marked or unmarked

Crosswalks are only in school zones

Crosswalks exist only where there are traffic lights

Only marked crosswalks are considered legal crossing places

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What is true about intersections in parking lots?

Drivers may drive in any direction without regard to others

Right-of-way rules do not apply in parking lots

Pedestrians must always yield to vehicles

They often have no signs or signals and right-of-way rules still apply

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When road conditions are slippery near intersections, what must you do?

Stop at every intersection regardless of signs

Maintain normal speed but brake harder

Only slow down if you see another vehicle

Reduce your speed to allow for increased stopping distance

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Before entering a main street from an alley or driveway, what must you do?

Honk your horn and proceed

Stop and yield to pedestrians

Stop only if cross traffic is heavy

Only signal and merge without stopping

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When approaching an uncontrolled intersection, what should you do about your speed?

Use cruise control to keep your speed steady

Speed up to clear the intersection quickly

Maintain the posted speed limit at all times

Adjust your speed to the visibility and road conditions

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At a T intersection with no signs or signals, where vehicle B is to the right of vehicle A, who has the right-of-way?

The driver going straight (vehicle A)

The driver who arrives first, regardless of position

The driver on the right (vehicle B)

Neither driver; both must stop and wave each other through

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How should you drive at intersections without signs or signals even if you have the right-of-way?

Enter the intersection without slowing

Assume other drivers will always stop for you

Flash your headlights and proceed

Use caution and be sure the other vehicle is going to yield before you proceed

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What must you not do when another vehicle has stopped for a pedestrian at a crosswalk?

You must not pass that vehicle

You may change lanes and continue

You may pass slowly if you do not see the pedestrian

You may honk for the other vehicle to move

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What should you do if your view is obstructed by fences, trees, or parked cars near an intersection?

Honk your horn and maintain speed

Drive in the center of the road to see better

Reduce your speed enough to be able to stop your vehicle easily

Rely on other drivers to avoid you

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When exiting from service roads, alleys, parking lots, and driveways, what is one thing you must do?

Rely on pedestrians to watch for vehicles

Enter the main street quickly to match traffic speed

Only slow down if pedestrians are visible

Stop before any sidewalk crossing

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At an intersection with no traffic signs or signal lights, what must you do?

Stop completely every time, regardless of traffic

Yield only to vehicles on your left

Always proceed first because there is no control device

Yield the right-of-way to a vehicle on your right

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What is true about a driver turning left across the path of an approaching vehicle?

They cannot turn left until it is safe

They may turn if they signal early

They always have the right-of-way

They may proceed if the light is green without checking

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Drivers must understand that, in these situations, vehicles on the right have the right-of-way. All drivers must slow down, scan for other vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians, and proceed only when it is safe. Extra caution is necessary, as the lack of control signs increases the risk of confusion and collisions. This section tests a driver’s judgment and observation skills, which are essential for safely navigating unpredictable intersections. Mastery of this topic is crucial for passing the Class 7 test.