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

Flash your headlights and proceed

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

Assume other drivers will always stop for you

Enter the intersection without slowing

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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

Only slow down if pedestrians are visible

Stop before any sidewalk crossing

Enter the main street quickly to match traffic speed

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What is true about intersections in parking lots?

Drivers may drive in any direction without regard to others

Pedestrians must always yield to vehicles

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

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

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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 on the right (vehicle B)

The driver going straight (vehicle A)

Neither driver; both must stop and wave each other through

The driver who arrives first, regardless of position

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

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

Honk your horn and maintain speed

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

Reduce your speed to allow for increased stopping distance

Stop at every intersection regardless of signs

Maintain normal speed but brake harder

Only slow down if you see another vehicle

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What must you remember about crosswalks at intersections?

Only marked crosswalks are considered legal crossing places

Crosswalks exist only where there are traffic lights

Crosswalks are only in school zones

All intersections have crosswalks that may be marked or unmarked

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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

Always proceed first because there is no control device

Yield only to vehicles on your left

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 always have the right-of-way

They cannot turn left until it is safe

They may turn if they signal early

They may proceed if the light is green without checking

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

Adjust your speed to the visibility and road conditions

Use cruise control to keep your speed steady

Maintain the posted speed limit at all times

Speed up to clear the intersection quickly

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

You may pass slowly if you do not see the pedestrian

You may honk for the other vehicle to move

You must not pass that vehicle

You may change lanes and continue

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

Stop and yield to pedestrians

Only signal and merge without stopping

Stop only if cross traffic is heavy

Honk your horn and proceed

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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.