Chapter 9-2: Driving responsibly

The “Driving Responsibly” section of the Alberta driver’s knowledge test emphasizes the importance of safe and courteous conduct on the road.

Alberta Driving Test - Chapter 9-2: Driving responsibly

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Which action carries a 5-point penalty?

Failing to stop for a peace officer

Improper U-turn

Following too closely

Stunting

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When a fully licensed driver has accumulated 8 to 14 demerit points within two years, what happens?

They must retake the road test

Their licence is immediately suspended

They receive a letter notifying them of their demerit point standing

They must attend a hearing with the Registrar

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What is the third demerit-based suspension length if it occurs within two years, and what may also be required?

Indefinite suspension with no review allowed

Six months and a possible review with the Registrar of Motor Vehicles

One year and mandatory jail time

Three months and automatic licence cancellation

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Failing to yield right-of-way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk results in how many demerit points?

7 points

4 points

3 points

2 points

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Before reaching 15 demerit points, successfully completing a Government‑approved defensive driving course gives what benefit?

Removal of all existing demerit points

A 3‑point credit applied to your record for two years

Automatic upgrade from GDL to full licence

A permanent exemption from future suspensions

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Speeding by at least 51 km/h over the limit results in how many demerit points?

4 points

6 points

2 points

3 points

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After a demerit suspension, how many demerit points remain on the record of a GDL driver when their licence is reinstated?

7 points

3 points

5 points

0 points

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How long do demerit points remain on your driver record from the date of conviction before they are removed?

1 year

2 years

10 years

5 years

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What is the second demerit-based suspension length if it occurs within one year of the first?

One month

Six months

Two years

Three months

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When a GDL driver has accumulated 4 to 7 demerit points within two years, what happens?

They receive a letter notifying them of their demerit point standing

They must upgrade to a full licence

They automatically lose their GDL status

Their licence is immediately suspended

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Speeding by 16 to 30 km/h over the limit results in how many demerit points?

6 points

4 points

2 points

3 points

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After a demerit suspension, how many demerit points remain on the record of a fully licensed driver when their licence is reinstated?

0 points

3 points

7 points

15 points

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Speeding by up to a maximum of 15 km/h over the limit results in how many demerit points?

2 points

0 points

3 points

4 points

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For fully licensed drivers, how many demerit points in a two-year period will result in an automatic suspension of licence privileges?

8 or more

15 or more

10 or more

20 or more

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What must you do with your driver’s licence when a suspension begins?

Keep it but promise not to drive

Mail it to the police station within 30 days

Surrender it on or before the suspension date at an Alberta registry agent office

Destroy it yourself and report it online

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For GDL drivers, how many demerit points in a two-year period will result in an automatic suspension of licence privileges?

8 or more

12 or more

4 or more

10 or more

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Which of these offences carries 6 demerit points?

Careless driving

Traffic lane violation

Improper backing

Failing to stop at a stop sign

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Which offence is specific to GDL drivers and carries 2 demerit points?

Speeding by 16 to 30 km/h over the limit

Racing

Failing to report a collision

Driving between midnight and 5 a.m. in the Class 7 learner stage

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What is the demerit point penalty for failing to remain at the scene of a collision?

5 points

3 points

7 points

6 points

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Which is a 3-point offence?

Failing to obey a traffic control device

Curfew violation (Class 7)

Driving between midnight and 5 a.m. with a supervisor

Failing to stop at a red light at an intersection

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What is the first demerit-based driver’s licence suspension length for fully licensed and GDL drivers?

Two weeks

Three months

One month

Six months

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Which of the following counts as a conviction for a driving offence?

Asking the officer for a warning

Paying the fine on your ticket voluntarily

Only being stopped but not ticketed

Ignoring the ticket without any court action

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What is the demerit point penalty for having more passengers than seat belts (GDL-specific)?

5 points

4 points

3 points

2 points

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How long do convictions and licence suspensions remain on your driving record and appear on your driver’s abstract?

15 years

10 years

5 years

2 years

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Speeding by 31 to 50 km/h over the limit results in how many demerit points?

4 points

6 points

2 points

3 points

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It covers key topics such as obeying traffic laws, yielding to pedestrians, sharing the road with cyclists, and avoiding aggressive driving. This section also addresses the consequences of risky behaviors like speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving. By mastering this section, aspiring drivers learn the significance of respect, patience, and attentiveness while operating a vehicle. Alberta’s focus on responsible driving aims to reduce collisions and create a safer environment for all road users, reinforcing the value of good driving habits.