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BC Driving Test – Traffic Rules 01

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Question 1

A flashing yellow beacon above an intersection indicates…?

A	Continue at same speed
B	Stop if making a left turn
C	Drive with caution
D	Stop if making a right turn

Question 2

If your vehicle becomes disabled on highway, you should…?

A	Blow your horn to ask for help
B	Get out and walk to get help
C	Get out and try to wave highway traffic around your vehicle
D	Pull over, activate your emergency flashers and wait for help

Question 3

If a traffic signal changes while a pedestrian is still on the street, which of the following has the right-of-way?

A	Motorists coming from the pedestrian’s right
B	Motorists making a turn
C	Motorists coming from the pedestrian’s left
D	The pedestrian

Question 4

The driver of a motor vehicle is not permitted to carry, in a house or boat trailer…?

A	Firearms
B	Pets
C	Persons
D	Flammable materials

Question 5

While you are driving with a learner’s license, a qualified supervisor must sit beside you when you are driving.

A	False
B	True

Question 6

Who is responsible to make sure that all passengers are properly secured with seatbelts or child restraint systems?

A	Driver
B	Police
C	Passengers
D	Vehicle owner

Question 7

Large trucks require…?

A	Wider lanes
B	More time and space for starting, stopping, and turning
C	More time for stopping only
D	More space for turning only

Question 8

On a roadway where traffic is moving in both directions, in what position must you be before making a left turn?

A	It does not matter provided you signal
B	Immediately to the right of the centerline of the roadway
C	Close to the left-hand side of the roadway
D	Close to the right-hand side of the roadway

Question 9

A flashing "don't walk" means pedestrians should…?

A	Cross if there is no oncoming traffic
B	Disregard all signals
C	Not cross but finish crossing the street if they have already started
D	Cross in all circumstances

Question 10

Upon approaching a stop sign, what does the law require you to do before entering an intersection?

A	Stop, and when it is safe to do so, proceed
B	Stop, sound horn, then proceed
C	Slow down and if way is clear, proceed
D	Slow down, sound horn and proceed

Question 11

If a child weighs more than 18 kg but is less than 145 cm tall and less than nine years old they must...?

A	Use a seatbelt
B	Use an approved car seat
C	Use an approved booster seat
D	Sit in the front seat

Question 12

Never use the cruise control feature…? (Choose 3)

A	In urban traffic
B	On wet, slippery, snowy or icy surfaces
C	Under ideal highway driving conditions
D	On winding roads

Question 13

A school zone sign indicating a speed limit of 30 km/h means…?

A	You must slow down to the indicated speed between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on school days
B	You must slow down to the indicated speed during hazardous conditions
C	You must slow down to the indicated speed between 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
D	You must slow down to the indicated speed at all times

Question 14

It’s illegal to smoke in any motor vehicle when there are any passengers under ___ years old.

A	19
B	17
C	18
D	16

Question 15

The first license new drivers receive is a:

A	Class 1 license
B	Learner’s license
C	Class 6 license
D	Class 5 license

Question 16

When driving at night with your high beams on, how close are you allowed to get to another car before you dim your headlights?

A	100 metres
B	150 metres
C	250 metres
D	200 metres

Question 17

When the traffic signal light facing you is red and you intend to go straight through the intersection, what must you do first?

A	Stop, wait until the light changes to green and the intersection is clear before moving through it
B	Stop, give pedestrians the right-of-way, and then proceed with caution
C	Stop, proceed when the way is clear
D	Slow down, proceed when the way is clear

Question 18

What you cannot see in your vehicle rear and side view mirrors is said to be in your…?

A	Blind spot
B	Safe zone
C	Danger zone
D	Dark area

Question 19

When entering a freeway you should:

A	Signal and increase your speed to merge smoothly with traffic
B	Drive slowly and be prepared to stop for freeway traffic
C	Stop on the acceleration lane, wait for an opening, and then enter the freeway rapidly.
D	Slow down, and then enter the freeway at a sharp angle

Question 20

When on streets designed for two-way traffic, if you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle what does the law require you to do?

A	Pull as far to the right as possible and stop
B	Signal to the driver to pass
C	Speed up to get out of the way
D	Continue at the same speed

Question 21

Most skids are the result of driver error. Skids may occur when you…? (Choose 3)

A	Accelerate too fast
B	Drive too fast
C	Drive too slow
D	Brake too hard

Question 22

When lights are required, drivers are required to switch to low beam headlights…?

A	If they choose to
B	Within 300m of an oncoming vehicle
C	Within 150 metres of an oncoming vehicle
D	Within 1 KM of an oncoming vehicle

Question 23

If you are involved in a reportable accident, you must report this to your nearest provincial or municipal police...?

A	Within 72 hours
B	Within 24 hours
C	Immediately
D	Within 48 hours

Question 24

Driving slower than surrounding traffic is…?

A	Permitted if you are unaware of the speed limit
B	Considered safe if there is bad weather
C	A hazard since other drivers may become frustrated or angry and try to pass you
D	A hazard only when your speed is less than 70% of all other freeway speed

Question 25

Which of the following has the right-of-way over all others at an intersection when the light is green?

A	Vehicles turning right
B	Pedestrians crossing against the light
C	Pedestrians crossing with the light
D	Vehicles turning left

Question 26

Under all conditions you should drive at a speed that will allow you to…?

A	Stop within a safe distance
B	Stop within 90 m
C	Stop within 150 m
D	Stop within 60 m

Question 27

A red signal light with a green arrow shown at an intersection indicates…?

A	The green arrow is a signal for pedestrians only
B	Stop and wait for the green signal before making turn in the direction of the arrow
C	Proceed with caution in the direction of arrow
D	Stop and then proceed

Question 28

Where there are no posted speed limits, the maximum speed in cities and towns is…?

A	30km/h
B	40km/h
C	50km/h
D	60km/h

Question 29

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

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

Question 30

A flashing green light at the intersection where turns to the left and right are permitted indicates? (Choose 3)

A	You must stop
B	You may turn to the right if the way is clear
C	You may proceed straight through if the way is clear
D	You may turn to the left if the way is clear

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What You Need to Know about BC driving tests

Once you’ve successfully completed taking the ICBC knowledge test, you will now then have to move immediately to the next step to get your driver’s license.

Unlike the previous step, the BC driving test is all about application, which means that it’s a test regarding how well you’re already able to drive a car on the British Columbia road. This test will measure your knowledge of traffic laws, your parking skills on either public or private lots, or your discretion and ability to navigate through poor visibility road instances, among many others. In this test, the examiner will have to monitor how you follow promptly and understand their instructions or how well you’re acquainted with the variety of road rules. This ensures that you’re equipped enough with the necessary knowledge to drive on the road and that you are one to follow safety regulations while driving.

The BC Driving Test and How it’s Conducted

According to some, BC driving tests can be such a difficult test to pass. Before you even acquire a full license, you’d first have to undergo two driving road tests. If you’re looking for a regular class 5 driver’s license, then you must be able to exude driving proficiency within a 45-minute minute time frame to pass. However, before you start, the examiner will first have to make sure you’re well-informed about test requirements and reassess if the vehicle is roadworthy. After all that, the driving test ensues.

These driving tests can be done in any weather conditions, including sunny or bad weather, while it’s raining or even during the night. Whatever it is, the examiner will pay close attention to have you go about these situations and how you can drive your car while following road rules. The examiner will usually test you how to pass other cars in intersections, at highways, how you back up the car, and how smoothly you drive it as well. If, at any rate, you fail to understand the examiner’s instructions or disobey them in that manner – they will automatically fail you.

In case of mistakes, you will be instructed to back up. Here, they will tell you what part you went wrong, explain why it was so, and then encourage you to keep driving after that. However, your examiner will instruct you to stop if you commit some of these mistakes: failing to halt at a stop sign, do not yield to or consider pedestrians, passing a red light, going the wrong lane, failing to follow road regulations, and disobeying the instructions of the examiner. If, at any rate, you do one of these things, expect that you will be told to stop abruptly.

Usually, at the end of your test, your examiner will then spend time explaining the results of your drive and answer your questions if you have any. Also, during the road test, you must least perform seven out of nine skill maneuvers. The second road test, which requires three skill-related actions, may be done if the new driver has already had the “N” license for at least two years if 18 months of a Graduated Licensing Program has been completed successfully. These road tests usually involve at least 35 to 40 minutes.

What should I do to prepare?

If you’re taking the driving test and using your car, make sure that your vehicle is in good condition. Before the test, your examiner will inspect your vehicle according to a safety checklist; that’s why you have to ensure that your tires, brakes, headlights, horn, mirrors, and window tinting are working just right enough for you to have a smooth driving test experience.

Moreover, it would help if you also remembered to bring your road test fee, the required documents, and your accepted ID on the day of the test.

Things to keep in mind

If you want to pass your BC driving test, you first have to make sure that you take with you everything that you’ve learned from the knowledge test since this practical test especially requires a good grasp of BC road rules. This means that if you’ve already familiarized yourself enough regarding the traffic laws and the different safety rules when driving, then you can already be assured that you will perform well in the test. However, for good measure, here are some things to keep in mind.

Practice driving before your actual test

It can be good for you if you are able to manage to fit in a driving lesson or a test drive on the day of your driving test. This way, you can be able to pre-empt certain things or manoeuvres you need to consider or even clarify questions you still have some trouble comprehending at the last minute. Doing this can especially be great to calm your nerves and prep you up for your actual driving. Here, you will be able to be in the proper disposition once you’re already taking your driving test.

Arrive on time

Being late doesn’t do any good for anyone – in fact, it will only heighten your anxiety which could cause you to rush your test or even make poorly thought decisions. Being on time for your test will give you ample time to prepare yourself so that you could start the test off in the right way. To do this, make sure that you don’t stress too much the day before the test and get enough sleep so you could avoid the jitters and the nerve-wracking feeling you might get for the next day.

Decide when to take your test

While some might not be aware of this fact, it’s also vital that you know when the best time for taking your driving test is. You have to consider a date where you’re not entirely preoccupied about a lot of things, and especially not a date where you’re overloaded with worry and stress. Make sure that you have your driving test on a day where you are able to give it your full attention so you could focus and have a higher rate of passing.

What will happen if I fail the driving test?

If unfortunately, you fail the road test, you can still take the test again after 48 hours. However, failing the driving test three times will mean that you’re not eligible for a license unless you have already taken and passed the Driver Improvement Program.