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Alberta Driving Test Questions and Answers – Traffic Rules 04

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Question 1

Unless otherwise indicated, when entering the main street from a road, alley, driveway, or parking lot you must…?

A	Give a hand signal then take right-of -way
B	Stop before entering
C	Look both ways for pedestrians and vehicles
D	Sound your horn and proceed with caution

Question 2

When a red "X" is indicated over a driving lane it means...?

A	A driver must not enter or remain in that lane
B	Traffic light ahead
C	It applies to pedestrians only
D	Stop immediately

Question 3

Anyone found guilty of driving with a blood alcohol concentration over .08 who has a prior alcohol offence in the last 10 years, is disqualified from holding an operator's license for:

A	6 months from the date of conviction
B	12 months from the date of conviction
C	36 months from the date of conviction
D	9 months from the date of conviction

Question 4

Broken yellow lines indicate…?

A	Lane changing is not permitted
B	Passing is permitted in one direction
C	There is adequate sight distance available to permit passing
D	Passing is not permitted

Question 5

Signaling your intention before turning or changing lanes...?

A	Is only necessary if there is a car behind you
B	Is required by the highway safety code
C	Is only necessary when you are taking your driving test
D	Is necessary only if other vehicles are in the vicinity

Question 6

You are required by law to notify Alberta Registries of a name and /or address change...?

A	Within 7 days
B	Within 3 months
C	Immediately
D	Within 14 days

Question 7

If feeling tired while driving you should...?

A	Listen to music loudly
B	Open the window for some fresh air
C	Drive slowly
D	Stop for a short rest and walk around your vehicle

Question 8

Drivers licensed under the Graduated Driver License Program are restricted from operating a vehicle...?

A	With a blood alcohol level over .08
B	When any amount of alcohol has been consumed
C	During daytime
D	Without a supervisor

Question 9

How many demerit points will be recorded against your license for failing to stop for a school bus?

A	5 Points
B	4 Points
C	10 Points
D	6 Points

Question 10

When is it legal to do a u-turn outside urban areas?

A	Never
B	When you can do it safely and without interfering with other traffic
C	During day time
D	On a curve

Question 11

Vehicles facing a flashing green light…? (Choose 3)

A	May turn left
B	Must stop for 3 seconds
C	May proceed straight through
D	May turn right

Question 12

A white "X" in a lane means:

A	You are approaching a railway crossing
B	The lane is reserved for parking
C	The lane is reserved for pedestrians
D	The lane is reserved for buses only

Question 13

On a city street, the car ahead is making a right turn. You may...?

A	Pass on the left if there is a second lane, and you can do so safely
B	Pass on the right
C	Pass on the left
D	Pass if you sound your horn

Question 14

During poor weather conditions such as rain, snow, smoke and fog, use your headlights on…?

A	Do not turn on headlights
B	High beam
C	Either
D	Low beam

Question 15

A learner with a Class 7 license is not permitted to drive a car between the hours of...?

A	5:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M
B	9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M
C	5:00 P.M. to Midnight
D	Midnight to 5:00 A.M

Question 16

If a front tire goes flat, your vehicle will pull strongly to the...?

A	Side of the road
B	Side that has the flat tire
C	Left side
D	Right side

Question 17

It is legal to make a right turn on a red light…?

A	Only on one-way streets
B	By driving straight through
C	Never
D	After coming to a full stop

Question 18

White lines exist to …?

A	Indicate that lane changing is permitted
B	Separate traffic travelling in opposite directions
C	Indicate construction zones
D	Separate traffic travelling in the same direction

Question 19

Vehicles facing a steady amber light must…?

A	Proceed straight through without stopping
B	Yield right-of-way to other vehicles on the right
C	Come to a complete stop before crossing the stop line or crosswalk on the near side of an intersection
D	Proceed at the speed limit

Question 20

A white diamond marking in a lane means...?

A	You are approaching a railway crossing
B	The lane is reserved for specific vehicles
C	The lane is reserved for parking
D	The lane is reserved for pedestrians

Question 21

When you want to pass another vehicle on a two-lane road you must not...?

A	Turn on your left signal
B	Exceed the speed limit when passing another vehicle
C	Check again that the road ahead is clear before you attempt to pass
D	Check your mirrors

Question 22

Yellow lines exist to…?

A	Separate traffic travelling in opposite directions
B	Indicate construction zones
C	Separate traffic travelling in the same direction
D	Indicate that lane changing is permitted

Question 23

Unless otherwise posted, when entering a playground zone, during hours when controls apply, what is the maximum speed allowed?

A	30 km/h
B	20 km/h
C	50 km/h
D	10 km/h

Question 24

To recover from a skid you should...?

A	Apply the brakes hard
B	Steer in the direction you would like the vehicle to go
C	Steer straight ahead
D	Steer in the opposite direction to the skid

Question 25

School zones end when…?

A	150 meters from the beginning of the zone
B	250 meters from the beginning of the zone
C	A traffic sign indicates either a higher speed or the end of the zone
D	500 meters from the beginning of the zone

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Important Things to Know About Alberta Driving Test

If you are applying for a driver’s license in Alberta, other than the driving test you need to take the written knowledge exam to check your knowledge on traffic laws. There will be thirty multiple-choice questions to answer and you have to answer at least 25 correct answers to pass the test. If you fail the exam, you can wait one day and retake it. After this, you have to go for the vision test and have to pay an additional fee to purchase the learner’s license card.

So many applicants fail in the written knowledge test because they do not go through the driver’s manual book. To pass the exam with the least score you have to read the book thoroughly and take practice tests too. Let’s find out more information on this exam and how you can pass the test easily.

How to apply for the Alberta driving test?

For the test, you won’t have to make any application, just visit the drive test center and give the exam. You have to arrive at the center at least one hour before the place closes.

What is the cost of the Alberta driving test?

The cost of this written driver test is $20.00. If you fail and have to retake the exam the fee will be $17. The $20 includes the driving, vision, and knowledge exams.

The requirements for the Alberta driving test:

To take the written exam you need to show up at the drive center with some documents. After the verification of the documents, you can sit for the exam. The documents you need are:

Your legal name
Address proof
Photo ID proof
Birth certificate
Your original signature.

You will get these in the documents such as an ID card it can be your student or any official government paper. You can bring your valid passport, permanent resident, or nexus card. Other than these you need to provide documents like, electric bills and it must have an Alberta address, other non-utility papers that are mailed to your Alberta address. These documents must have your address, full name, and it should be within three months to ensure that the details are recent and correct. You need to show the documents as you are a permanent resident of Canada.

Canadian Citizenship Card dated before February 2012
Metis Nations of Alberta card
Secure Certificate of Indian Status
Canadian Birth Certificate
Canadian Citizenship Certificate dated after February 2012
A permanent resident or Nexus card, or a valid passport
Resident status in Canada and should be more than ninety days.
If you are a refugee claimant then bring the documents for your work or study permit in the country.

The rules of the Alberta driving test:

There are different license classes available in this test and you will get the options before sitting for the exam. You have to answer at least 25 questions to pass the exam. The questions will be in a multiple-choice pattern, and you have to pick the right answer among them. If you disrupt the hall or cheat, you will be barred from taking the test and won’t be able to retake it.

The questions pattern of the test:

There is a pattern of the Alberta driving test questions and answers. You have to know about the traffic rules and road signs thoroughly to answer the questions. The questions will be like,

If it’s not posted, what is the primary speed limit outside the village, town, and city on the highways?
When you are backing a passenger car to the left what the driver should do?
When you are nearing an intersection and the traffic control light is in the front is flashing a green right turn signal and the red light, what the driver should do.

The time of the Alberta driving test:

There is no time constraint for the test. You just have to arrive at least 30 minutes before the exam. You can finish the exam in 20 or 30 minutes it will be based on your merit.

Can you take the Alberta driving test online?

There is an online test giving option in Alberta, and you have to show enough reasons for this option. Or You can find the nearby test giving location. However, the paper test option is available in every location.

Tips to pass the Alberta driving test:

There are few tips you can follow while preparing for the test and in the test hall. These will help you become confident pass with flying colors.

Study the driver’s guidebook: The guidebook is very important as the questions will come from these only. You won’t have to read any other book to pass the test just this one is required. Go through the traffic rules and road signs and other laws and memorize them. You also have to reread the book.
Opt for practice tests: Practice tests are crucial when you are preparing for the Alberta driving test. You must take these tests at least two to three times to check your progress and capability. It will also give you the confidence to give answers in the real exam.
Check the questions: The practice test has 30 questions and you need to read them properly before choosing the answers. You have to give at least 25 correct answers, and for that, it’s important to understand the questions. If one answer isn’t coming to your mind leave that one and move to the next question. Check the question again at last. In the practice test, you have to answer questions on traffic laws, road signs, temporary, HOV, warning, and regulatory signs. You will get four options under each question, and they might seem similar to each other but you have to choose the right one.
Take rest: Before the main exam date, you need to take a rest and take some time off from study too. Study only the crucial parts. Eat well, and get a good sleep the previous day. This way you will feel relaxed while giving the exam.

The Alberta driving test questions and answers are simple to understand through a practice exam. You will be prepared for the test if you opt for the same at least two or three times.