Chapter 9-1: Driver fitness

The “Driver Fitness” section of the Alberta driver’s knowledge test focuses on the physical and mental requirements needed for safe driving.

Alberta Driving Test - Chapter 9-1: Driver fitness

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What is true about impairment from alcohol or drugs and driving?

Impairment does not affect experienced drivers

Impairment begins with the first drink or drug use

Impairment only occurs after many drinks

Impairment only occurs with illegal drugs

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To reduce the risk of fatigue before a trip, you should:

Be sure you are well rested

Drink alcohol to relax

Avoid checking your vehicle’s gauges

Skip sleep to arrive earlier

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While driving, one way to help stay alert is to:

Keep your eyes moving by scanning the road ahead and behind

Keep your vehicle dark and warm

Focus only on the vehicle directly in front

Avoid looking at your mirrors

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Which of the following is a possible consequence of driving while impaired?

A guaranteed discount on insurance

No impact on employment

A free driver training course

Heavy fines and a criminal record

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Which factor can intensify fatigue while driving?

Opening the windows

Drinking lots of water

Talking to a passenger

Overeating

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What is a recommended step before driving when you are taking medications?

Only read the brand name, not the instructions

Assume they are safe because they are over-the-counter

Talk with your doctor and pharmacist about their effects

Take extra doses to stay more alert

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Fatigue when driving can lead to:

No change in driving ability

Better focus and quicker decisions

Only physical discomfort, not safety issues

Slower reaction time and poor judgement

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How can some prescription and over‑the‑counter medications affect driving?

They only affect walking, not driving

They always improve concentration

They never interact with alcohol

They can impair vehicle-handling, judgement, and decision-making

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Which is a common cause of driver fatigue?

Listening to the radio

Eating a light meal

Lack of sleep or rest

Driving for less than 15 minutes

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If you start feeling tired while driving, you should:

Stop for a rest and walk around your vehicle

Turn up the music and keep driving

Ignore it and focus harder

Increase your speed to get there faster

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Which of the following can negatively impact your ability to drive safely?

Alcohol, drugs, some medications, stress, fatigue, and lack of sleep

Only illegal drugs

Only physical illness

Only prescription medications

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What should you never do if you want to avoid fatigue-related impairment?

Take regular breaks

Drive after drinking alcohol or taking drugs

Open the windows

Share the driving with someone else

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Which action helps reduce eye strain and fatigue on bright days?

Look directly into oncoming headlights

Use sunglasses

Avoid using the sun visor

Close your eyes briefly every minute

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When combined with medications, alcohol or drugs can:

Always make you feel more awake

Cancel out the side effects

Have no additional effect

Increase impairment and risk while driving

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A dangerous driving error caused by fatigue is:

Driving off the road or into another lane

Signalling too early before a turn

Driving too slowly in a school zone

Using mirrors too often

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It covers topics such as vision, hearing, medical conditions, and the effects of alcohol or drugs on driving ability. This section ensures that all drivers understand the importance of being healthy and alert behind the wheel. Candidates must know how various factors can impair judgment, reaction time, and overall safety. By including questions on driver fitness, Alberta aims to promote responsible driving and reduce the risk of accidents caused by health-related issues or impairment.

Working through the Alberta Driving Test questions is crucial. Thoroughly analyzing each question helps in understanding the correct answers and the reasons for them. Regular practice is necessary for mastery, and recalling concepts from memory reinforces understanding. This approach enhances comprehension of the material.