NEWFOUNDLAND TRAFFIC RULES 06

Traffic signs and rules are essential in ensuring road safety for drivers in Newfoundland and Labrador. The province follows standard Canadian traffic signs and rules, including speed limits, stop signs, yield signs, and traffic signals.

Traffic Rules Test 06

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The hand-and-arm signal for slowing or stopping is indicated by:

Arm out and down

Arm straight out the window

Circle motion

Arm out and up

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If two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at approximately the same time, the right-of-way should be given to:

Vehicle approaching from the left

The one moving faster

Vehicle approaching from the right

Neither one

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Why must you use signals when turning? (Choose 3)

None of them

To send out an alert of your intentions

To advise pedestrians of what you want to do

To notify the other driver(s) of your intention

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You should use low-beam headlights when driving a vehicle at night when:

Meeting or following another vehicle

Approaching an intersection

Blinded by the headlights of an approaching vehicle

Another driver dims his lights

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What must you do if there are continuity lines to the right of your vehicle in the lane you are in?

You must change the lane as your lane is exiting or ending

You must merge with the traffic to your left

You must merge with the traffic to your right

You are not required to do anything unless you want to exit. Your lane is unaffected

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

side that has the flat tire

side of the road

right side

left side

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The safest place in a car to position any infant or child restraint system is in the:

Right side of the back seat

Centre of the back seat

Left side of the back seat

Front seat

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When you approach an intersection on a main road, and the intersection is blocked with traffic. You should:

Keep as close as possible to the car ahead

Stop before entering the intersection and wait until traffic ahead moves on

Proceed slowly into the intersection until the traffic ahead moves on

Sound horn to warn cars ahead to move on

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What should you do if the signal light changes from green to amber as you approach an intersection?

Sound horn to warn pedestrians and other drivers that you do not intend to stop

Stop. If stop cannot be made safely proceed with caution

Speed up to clear the intersection as quickly as possible

Continue through intersection without slowing or stopping

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The Accessible Parking Permit...?

Issued to an individual, entitles the vehicle in which it is displayed to be parked in a designated disabled parking space

Allows parking in designated space even if the person with the disability is a not passenger

It gives everyone in your family to park in a designated disabled parking space

Allows parking everywhere during specified times

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A broken line at the left of your lane means:

You may pass if the way is clear

Pass at any time

Pass only during day light hours

Never pass

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When deciding to make a U-turn, your first consideration should be to check:

Weather conditions

Traffic regulations

Height of the curb

Turning radius of your curb

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Hydroplaning can cause your vehicle to skid. The term "hydroplaning" means:

Your tires ride on top of the water, like water skis

The tire pressure is too high

Ice on roadway

Flat tire

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What should you do if you become stranded in snow?

Run your vehicle engine for approximately 5 minutes every hour to avoid effects of carbon monoxide

All answers are correct

Immediately look for help

Run the engine as needed to keep the interior of the vehicle as warm as possible

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Vehicles equipped with ABS should provide controlled braking on slippery surfaces automatically...?

True

False

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Possible reasons for failing a road test include:

difficulty obeying traffic laws

any or all of the other answers mentioned

unsafe actions

lack of skill and control

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What should you do if you feel drowsy while driving?

Open the window for some fresh air

Stop for a short rest in a safe area

Reduce speed

Turn up your radio

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When driving over black ice, what is the safest action to take?

Braking and steering will provide the necessary control

Calmly remove you foot off the accelerator and steer in the direction you want to go

Brake hard while maintaining steering

Ease off the accelerator and steer immediately to side of the road

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What does the law require you to do upon approaching a Yield sign?

Speed up and force your way into traffic

Stop, and then enter traffic slowly

Stop, and then enter traffic quickly

Slow down, stop if necessary and go only when the way is clear

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When a police officer signals you to pull over...?

Signal and stop at the nearest parking lot

Pull over as far to the left

You must pull over as far to the right as you safely can and come to a complete stop

Slow down and stop in the lane you are in

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Winter traction is affected by slippery conditions. In winter, drivers should drive:

Whatever they like

Slower

Same as during summer conditions

Faster

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Wearing a seat belt in a collision can:

Be worn

Decrease your chance of being injured or killed

Do nothing

Increase your chance of being injured or killed

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Coming to a complete stop at an intersection is required, but where do you stop if there is no stop line, crosswalk, or sidewalk?

Stop right before the stop sign

Stop a little into the intersection

Stop at the edge of the intersection

Stop right beside the stop sign

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What is meant by 'overdriving' your headlights?

All answers are correct

You go so fast that your stopping distance is farther than you can see with your headlights

You are overworking your headlights, increasing the likelihood of failure

Driving with high beam headlights all the time

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Before entering a highway from a private road or driveway, what must a driver do?

Yield right-of-way to all vehicles approaching on the highway

Give hand signal then take right-of -way

Enter or cross the highway as quickly as possible

Sound horn and proceed with caution

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What should you do when exiting a freeway?

Do what the vehicle ahead of you does

Signal, move into the deceleration lane, reduce speed gradually and obey exit signs

Signal, and then accelerate while merging smoothly into traffic and then proceed to the exit lane

Signal and then stop to wait for an opening traffic

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When it is safe to do so, passing other vehicles on the right side...?

Is permitted when the street or highway has two or more lanes for traffic in the direction you are traveling.

Is not permitted under any circumstance

Is permitted on any street or highway

Is permitted providing it is possible to do so by driving on the shoulder of the road

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Unless you want to turn left or pass another vehicle, you should:

Drive in the centre of the roadway

Always keep well to the left

Keep to the right of the road or in the right-hand lane on multi-lane roads

Drive on the shoulder of the highway

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It is more dangerous to drive at the maximum speed limit at night than during day time because:

You cannot see as far ahead, even with headlights

Some drivers unlawfully drive with parking lights only

The roadways are more apt to be slippery at night

Your reaction time is slower at night

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What should you do when a car is stopped at a marked crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to cross?

Pass the stopped car on the left

Pass the stopped car to the right

Sound horn for the driver of the stopped car to drive on

Do not pass any vehicle within 30 metres of a pedestrian crossover

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it is worth mentioning that the province experiences harsh weather conditions during the winter months, often leading to reduced visibility and dangerous road conditions. Drivers in the province are expected to adapt their driving style to accommodate these weather conditions to avoid accidents and road mishaps. Additionally, seatbelt use in Newfoundland and Labrador is mandatory for all drivers and passengers, and failure to comply with this rule could result in a hefty fine. The province also has strict DUI laws, and individuals caught driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol could face severe legal consequences. In summary, drivers should always obey traffic rules and signs in Newfoundland and Labrador, be mindful of weather conditions, wear seatbelts, and avoid drinking and driving to ensure road safety.

This online road rules practice test, with multiple choice questions, is intended to help you prepare for the Newfoundland Class 5 Level I test required before you can get your driver’s license. This free practice written driving test is a lesson that is essential for getting your Newfoundland driver’s license at your local licensing office. Please note, however, that this is not the actual test, and you will not receive your license if you pass this practice test. It is all FREE!