Chapter 4-3c: Time – the key to judgment

The “Time – the key to judgment” section of the SGI Driver Knowledge Test teaches drivers the importance of time management for safe driving.

Saskatchewan Driving Test - Chapter 4-3c: Time – the key to judgment

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When other drivers in dense traffic are following only one second apart, what should you do?

Turn on your hazard lights

Brake repeatedly to warn them

Maintain a safer, longer following distance

Reduce your following distance to one second

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What is the basic rule for where to look in emergencies?

Look at the closest hazard

Look where you want to go and steer there

Look at the speedometer

Look in the rear-view mirror

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If, after a few seconds, the other vehicle appears in the same position relative to you, what does this indicate?

There is no risk of collision

You are on a collision course

Your speedometer is broken

The other driver has stopped

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Most vehicle collisions happen:

In parking lots

On rural dirt roads

On straight, empty highways

At intersections and cross roads

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Why is it important to turn your head to look for approaching vehicles rather than relying only on peripheral vision?

Because turning your head makes you more visible

Because peripheral vision does not work at night

Because a vehicle on a collision course can appear stationary in your peripheral vision

Because mirrors are not useful in intersections

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If you determine you are on a collision course with another vehicle at an intersection, what should you do?

Honk and speed up to clear the intersection

Start slowing down and be prepared to yield or stop

Maintain your speed and hope the other car stops

Turn off your lights to avoid glare

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Why should you avoid looking at the side of the road at night?

Because it is illegal

Because it damages your night vision

Because you will tend to steer in the direction you look

Because there is never anything relevant there

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For a driver not used to dense traffic, what helps reduce stress?

Driving faster than other traffic

Relying only on GPS without preparation

Frequently changing lanes to move ahead

Planning your route and destination in advance

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When can you safely check your gauges (fuel, temperature, etc.) in urban areas?

Only on highways

While accelerating away from an intersection

Only when you hear a warning sound

While stopped at traffic lights and stop signs

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In dense traffic, what is the most important thing to remember about following distance?

Follow as closely as others do

Always match the smallest gap you see

Ignore following distance to avoid being cut off

Don’t give up your following distance

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When approaching an intersection and another vehicle is also approaching it, what should you initially do to determine if a collision is likely?

Immediately stop in the middle of the road

Close your eyes briefly to reduce stress

Immediately speed up

Maintain your speed and course and turn your head to note the other vehicle’s position

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At night, where should you focus your eyes most of the time?

About 12 seconds ahead of your vehicle

At oncoming headlights

At the edge of the road

Directly in front of your bumper

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In an emergency where your vehicle is sliding or skidding, where should you look?

At the instrument panel

Where you want the car to go

At what you might hit

Down at the pedals

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At night, your search pattern compared to daytime should be:

Limited to your mirrors only

Focused only on traffic signs

Much the same as it is during the day

Completely different and focused only on your headlights

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When driving in the city, when is the best time to check your speedometer?

In light traffic or on straight, unobstructed roads

Only when you feel you are going too fast

Never; rely on the flow of traffic

In heavy traffic while turning

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This section covers how to properly judge reaction time, stopping distances, and safe following intervals. Drivers learn to anticipate traffic changes and respond appropriately to hazards, ensuring they have enough time to make decisions and avoid collisions. The test assesses knowledge of safe gaps when merging, turning, and overtaking. Understanding and applying timing principles helps drivers navigate complex situations confidently and responsibly, making Saskatchewan’s roads safer for everyone. Mastery of this section is essential for passing the test.