ALBERTA MOTORCYCLE TEST RULES 03

When it comes to operating a motorcycle in Alberta, there are certain traffic rules that must be followed. For example, all riders are required to wear a helmet that meets certain safety standards in order to protect themselves in the event of an accident. 

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Question 1
When approaching a railroad track, what angle should you take?
A
Turn to cross the line at a 45° angle
B
Turn to cross the line at a 25° angle
C
Keep straight on the path of the road, regardless of the angle
D
Turn to cross the line at a 90° angle
Question 2
Why should you make sure you don't ride too close to the curb?
A
Because it encourages other drivers to move into your space
B
Because pedestrians may step out
C
All answers are correct
D
Because debris tends to gather in gutters
Question 3
What is the minimum time gap you should leave between yourself and the vehicle in front?
A
3 seconds
B
1 second
C
4 seconds
D
2 seconds
Question 4
What is the best way to minimise the number of lane changes you need to make?
A
Use your horn to clear a path ahead
B
Maintain a high speed
C
Plan your route well in advance
D
Swerve in and out of traffic
Question 5
What is the maximum permitted speed when passing emergency vehicles or tow trucks which are stopped with their lights flashing?
A
60 KMH
B
70 KMH
C
40 KMH
D
50 KMH
Question 6
Why should you avoid high beam headlights in fog?
A
They will use too much power
B
They might surprise other drivers
C
They will reflect back and cause glare
D
They may frighten wildlife
Question 7
If you are riding on a dark road with high beam headlights on, what is the closest you should let an oncoming vehicle get to you before you dip the beam?
A
400 m
B
150 m
C
300 m
D
200 m
Question 8
If you are riding with high beam headlights on and are coming up behind another vehicle, what is the closest you should get before dipping your headlight?
A
300 m
B
200 m
C
400 m
D
150 m
Question 9
When riding at night, what should your braking distance be?
A
The same as in the daytime
B
85% of what it would be in daytime
C
Within the range of your headlights
D
75% of what it would be in daytime
Question 10
What should you do if your motorcycle starts to hydroplane?
A
Brake immediately
B
Veer to the left or right of the water
C
Speed up
D
Keep going straight and stay off the brakes
Question 11
When is it permissible to exceed the speed limit when overtaking?
A
If the vehicle you are overtaking speeds up
B
It is never permissible
C
When you need to do so to re-enter your lane safely
D
When you will not be able to make the overtake without doing so
Question 12
When should you be most vigilant about watching for animals?
A
In the early hours of the morning
B
At midday
C
At dawn and dusk
D
Around midnight
Question 13
If at an intersection an oncoming driver is indicating an intention to turn left, where should you position yourself?
A
In the lefthand/ centre of your lane
B
In the centre/right-hand portion of your lane
C
In the left-hand portion of your lane
D
In the opposite lane
Question 14
Ordinarily on a two lane roadway, what will be your safest place to ride?
A
In the centre of the lane
B
In the right-hand portion of the lane
C
In the left-hand portion of the lane
D
It makes no difference
Question 15
What is meant by “proactive riding"?
A
Forcing other vehicles to slow to your place
B
Riding as fast as conditions will allow
C
Always positioning yourself in the safest place
D
Overtaking wherever possible
Question 16
What's your best way to be seen at night?
A
Wear all white clothing
B
Wear black clothing
C
Wear bright colored clothing
D
Wear clothing with reflective panels
Question 17
You are riding at what you regard as a sensible speed for the conditions, but a driver behind indicates their intention to overtake you. What should you do?
A
Move to your left to block their manoeuvre
B
Prepare to slow down if necessary to allow them back into the lane
C
Make hand gestures to indicate that they should not overtake
D
Speed up to prevent them passing
Question 18
Why should you always give large vehicles more of a “space cushion"?
A
Because they have larger blind spots than other vehicles
B
Because their drivers are more likely to be aggressive
C
Because they are louder than other vehicles
D
Because they legally have right of way
Question 19
What is the best way to stay safe when there is ice and snow on the road?
A
Lower your tire pressure
B
Stay at home or use alternative transport
C
Use skidding as part of your riding style
D
Ride with both feet down
Question 20
What is the minimum distance you should be scanning ahead in urban areas?
A
5 seconds
B
12 seconds
C
10 seconds
D
8 seconds
Question 21
As you approach an intersection, how should you prepare for it?
A
Get ready to speed up
B
Get ready to sound your horn
C
Try to maintain a constant speed
D
Get ready to slow and brake
Question 22
How far ahead should you be scanning your path of travel in rural areas?
A
At least 20 seconds
B
At least 5 seconds
C
At least 15 seconds
D
At least 10 seconds
Question 23
When riding in a crosswind, why should you give yourself a larger space cushion?
A
The wind may suddenly drop
B
All of them
C
Other vehicles may be veering
D
Debris may be blown into the road
Question 24
In very windy conditions, what should be your main way of holding on to your motorcycle?
A
Gripping tightly with your knees
B
Stiffening your upper back
C
Gripping tightly with your hands
D
Gripping tightly with your ankles
Question 25
When you have to brake suddenly, where is most of the braking force going to be applied?
A
On the rear brake
B
It depends on the speed
C
On the front brake
D
On both brakes equally
Question 26
Before changing lanes, what should you do to combat the effect of the “blind spot"?
A
Make a firm hand signal to warn any vehicles in your blind spot
B
Listen out for vehicles which may be in your blind spot
C
Twist your mirror from side to side
D
Turn and look over your shoulder
Question 27
When it has just started raining, where is the most slippery part of the road likely to be?
A
Right in the gutters
B
The right-hand side of the lane
C
The centre of the lane
D
The left-hand side of the lane
Question 28
When can you squeeze between vehicles ahead of you on a two lane carriageway?
A
If they leave sufficient space
B
If they are driving below the maximum speed limit
C
Never
D
If they are slowing down
Question 29
How can you use the lights of a vehicle ahead to help you?
A
You can follow their line
B
You can use them to warn you of bumps and hollows
C
You can copy their braking patterns
D
You can copy their speed
Question 30
When should you be most aware of the danger posed by grit, dirt and sand in the roadway?
A
Winter
B
Fall
C
Summer
D
Spring
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Motorcyclists are also expected to follow the same traffic laws as other drivers, including obeying traffic signals, yielding the right of way, and respecting the speed limits on the road. Additionally, motorcyclists should be aware of their surroundings and ensure they are visible to other drivers on the road. These measures are in place to ensure the safety of everyone on the road, and motorcyclists must take them seriously to stay safe and avoid accidents.

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