Section 1-11: Collisions

The MPI written driving test includes a section on collisions, highlighting essential knowledge for Manitoba drivers.

Manitoba Driving Test - Section 1-11: Collisions

1 / 20

What must you do if you collide with and damage an unattended vehicle and cannot find the owner?

Wait at the scene for one hour.

Leave your name and address on the vehicle.

Report it to the police within 24 hours.

Contact your insurance company and leave the scene.

2 / 20

Which piece of information are you required to give to someone whose property you damaged in a collision?

Your place of employment.

Your phone number.

Your driving history.

Your vehicle insurance policy number.

3 / 20

If you don't have flares, what should you use to warn approaching drivers?

Your high-beam headlights.

Your four-way flashers.

A bystander with a flashlight.

Your vehicle's horn.

4 / 20

If you are involved in a collision where someone is seriously injured, and you don't report it at the scene, within how many days must you report it to the police?

3 days

24 hours

7 days

30 days

5 / 20

What is the first thing you MUST do if you are the driver involved in any collision?

Take pictures of the damage.

Stop your vehicle immediately.

Call your insurance company.

Check for injuries.

6 / 20

What is the primary reason for turning off the ignition of vehicles involved in a collision?

To reset the vehicle's computer.

To make it easier for tow trucks.

To prevent a fire.

To save the vehicle's battery.

7 / 20

When moving a person who has been hurt because their vehicle is on fire, what is the most critical precaution to take?

Ask for their consent before moving them.

Move them as quickly as possible.

Check for broken bones first.

Ensure the head and spine are firmly supported.

8 / 20

Upon arriving at a collision scene, what is the first recommended action for your own vehicle?

Park as close to the collision as possible to provide light.

Use your vehicle to block oncoming traffic.

Leave your vehicle running with the headlights on.

Park your vehicle off the roadway.

9 / 20

If you are not the owner of the vehicle you are driving in a collision, what information about the owner must you provide?

The name and address of the registered owner.

The owner's phone number and email.

The date the owner purchased the vehicle.

The owner's driver's licence number.

10 / 20

If you use flares to warn approaching drivers, how far from the collision scene should they be placed?

Right next to the involved vehicles.

100 metres only in the direction of traffic.

30 metres in front and behind.

60 metres in front and behind.

11 / 20

When should you AVOID applying direct pressure to a wound?

If the bleeding is severe.

If the person is unconscious.

If there is a serious head injury.

If the wound is on an arm or leg.

12 / 20

In Winnipeg, Brandon, and most rural areas, what number should you dial to get help in a collision with injuries?

The local police station's direct number.

311

911

13 / 20

If you hit a domestic animal, it is removed from the road, and you cannot find the owner, who are you required to report the collision to?

The nearest veterinarian.

The clerk of the municipality in which the collision occurred.

The police.

No one, if the animal is off the road.

14 / 20

If you are providing assistance at a collision, what should you tell the ambulance attendant and police?

The license plate numbers of the vehicles involved.

All information on the assistance you have provided.

Only your name and contact information.

Your opinion of who was at fault.

15 / 20

According to the text, which of the following situations requires you to report a collision to the police within seven days?

Any collision resulting in property damage over $1,000.

A minor fender-bender in a parking lot.

You suspect the other driver was using drugs or alcohol.

A collision with a wild animal.

16 / 20

What should be your first step when providing first aid to an unconscious person?

Apply pressure to any bleeding wounds.

Start mouth-to-mouth resuscitation immediately.

Ensure their air passage is clear of foreign material.

Gently shake them to try and wake them up.

17 / 20

In a collision without serious injury on a major road, what should you do as soon as possible?

Move the vehicles from the major thoroughfare.

Wait for the police to arrive before doing anything.

Exchange insurance information in the middle of the road.

Leave the scene immediately.

18 / 20

When are you NOT required to report a collision to the police?

When the other driver is unlicensed.

When the damage is less than $500.

When no one is hospitalized.

When only property damage is sustained.

19 / 20

If you collide with a domestic animal and it is NOT removed from the road, who must you report it to?

The clerk of the municipality.

The local humane society.

The animal's owner, if known.

The police.

20 / 20

Under what circumstance should you NOT attempt to move an injured person from a vehicle?

If the person is hurt, unless the vehicle is on fire.

If they are pinned but unhurt.

If the person asks to be moved.

If the vehicle is on fire.

Your score is

This section covers the causes of collisions, such as speeding, distracted driving, and failure to yield, as well as preventive measures. Test-takers must understand the proper actions to take if involved in a collision, including stopping safely, exchanging information, and reporting the incident to authorities. Recognizing how to avoid collisions through defensive driving and awareness is emphasized. Mastery of this section ensures drivers are prepared to act responsibly and legally in the event of an accident, contributing to safer roads for all.

Success in the MPI Quiz requires a strong grasp of concepts rather than just memorizing answers. A consistent study routine and expressing ideas in your own words enhance comprehension and confidence. Taking a proactive approach to studying is crucial for positive results.