Alberta Emergency & Challenging Situations – Free Practice Test

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What occurs in vehicles lacking an ABS braking system?

You can steer and brake together.

Wheels are “locked and might stop rolling.

By braking hard, your wheels can puncture.

Both B and C.

Where are road maintenance and construction vehicles permitted to operate or park on the road?

Only on the extreme left side of the road

Only on the extreme right side of the road

Only in the middle of the road

Anywhere on the road

What's the rationale behind using low beams in the presence of smoke or fog outdoors?

Because high beams reflect the light back to you and create a glare.

Because low beams reflect the light back to you and create a glare.

Because high beams reflect the light back to you and create a glare.

When is it appropriate to move your vehicle after being stopped by a police officer?

You can move the vehicle as soon as you think you are done.

You can move the vehicle only when instructed by the police officer.

You can move the vehicle when you have provided all documentation.

All of the above.

In which direction should you move if an emergency vehicle with its siren on is approaching from behind?

Move back or forth on one-way streets.

Move right or left to the nearest curb on one-way streets.

Stop the vehicle.

Keep going in your lane without changing directions.

What actions should you take when a police officer is behind you with flashing emergency lights?

You should speed up and get out of the way.

You should give way to the police vehicle by moving to the extreme left of the lane.

You should move to a safe location to allow the vehicle to pass or stop behind you.

All of the above.

At what speed should motorists ideally pass stopped emergency vehicles or tow trucks with their flashing lights?

Reduce speed to 80 km/h

Reduce speed to 70 km/h

Reduce speed to 60 km/h

Reduce speed to 50 km/h

What are some essential winter emergency supplies to keep in your vehicle?

Blankets and extra clothing, sand or road salt, and a shovel.

A heat source, candle, matches and a deep can to hold the candle, ice scraper, snow brush, and tire chains.

Both A and B.

None of the above.

Use your low-beam headlights when you are within ____________ meters of oncoming vehicles.

100 metres

150 metres

300 metres

350 metres

10.

What steps should you take if you are part of a collision?

You should give assistance where you can, protect the scene, and notify emergency assistance if needed.

You should give assistance and take the injured to the hospital.

You should protect yourself and go to the hospital.

None of the above.

11.

What is the function of the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)?

It allows you to hit the brakes without steering further.

It does not allow you to apply the brakes.

It allows you to steer while the brake is being applied.

None of the above.

12.

What traffic regulations should you adhere to when encountering a construction or road maintenance vehicle parked on the road?

You should obey the general traffic rules.

You should obey all the traffic control devices.

You should obey the directions provided by flag persons.

Both B and C.

13.

What's the importance of maintaining air circulation in the vehicle when you're stranded with the engine running?

To prevent carbon dioxide poisoning.

To prevent oxygen poisoning.

Both A and B.

To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

14.

Where should you park the car after it has stopped due to a flat tire?

Anywhere you like

In a safe place

In the emergency stopping lane

Both B and C

15.

What methods can you use to regain control of your vehicle following a skid?

Just look and steer in the direction you want to go while touching the accelerator.

Just look and steer in the direction you want to go without touching the accelerator.

Just look and steer in the direction you want to go without touching the brake.

Both B and C.

16.

What is the top priority action to take when you begin to experience a skid?

You should keep your foot off the brake pedal if you start to skid.

You should keep your foot on the brake pedal to decrease speed.

You should keep your foot on the brake pedal to increase speed.

You should jump out of the car.

17.

What occurs when the front tire of a vehicle experiences a flat?

The vehicle will pull strongly to the side that has the flat tire.

The vehicle will pull strongly to the opposite side that has the flat tire.

The vehicle will start weaving.

All of the above.

18.

What steps should you take if you collide with a parked and unattended vehicle?

You should leave the scene of the collision and run away.

You should securely attach your name, address, driver’s license number, vehicle plate number, and phone number to the damaged vehicle.

You should leave money for the unattended vehicle.

All of the above.

19.

What factors can lead to a vehicle skidding?

The road surface

The vehicle speed

Condition of the tires

All of the above.

20.

What actions should you take if your vehicle fails to stop with normal pressure on the brake due to a power system failure?

You should keep driving at the speed you are.

You should apply the brakes firmly to avoid any collision and keep pressing them harder and harder.

You should pull the handbrake.

You should push the brake pedal harder and apply steady pressure.

21.

What dangers can arise from overcorrecting the steering during a skid?

It might skid the car in the opposite direction.

It might skid the car in reverse.

Nothing will happen.

None of the above.

22.

How are oncoming vehicles typically alerted to lane reductions, lane closures, or workers ahead?

They will be informed via radio.

Signs will be posted well before a construction zone warning of a lane reduction, lane closure, or workers working ahead.

Vehicle drivers will have to keep an eye out for slowing traffic.

All of the above.

23.

How can you maintain control of the vehicle and keep it on a straight path if you experience a flat tire while driving?

By firmly holding the steering and steering in the direction you want to go.

By leaving the steering and steering in the direction you want to go.

By applying the brake quickly.

None of the above.

24.

What factors can impact your vision during the daytime or nighttime?

Glare from the sun

Reflections

Lights of other vehicles

All of the above.

25.

What precautions should you take when approaching blocked or narrow roads ahead?

Be aware that you might feel sleepy driving so slowly.

Be aware that the vehicle ahead might stop or reduce speed unexpectedly.

Be aware that the driver in front of you might feel sleepy driving so slowly

Just keep driving at the speed you are driving.

26.

How can you identify an air leak in a tire?

The vehicle starts to pull towards one side.

There is a vibration as you hold the steering wheel.

Both A and B.

None of the above.

27.

Which emergency services typically respond to incidents on highways?

Law enforcement, ambulance, fire, and towing

Law enforcement, ambulance, and insurance

Law enforcement and insurance

Law enforcement and social services

28.

Does the law requiring a reduction in speed to 60 km/h apply to all lanes on the road?

Yes, it does.

No, it only applies to the lane immediately next to the stopped vehicle.

No, it only applies to the two lanes next to the stopped vehicle

It does not apply to any lane.

29.

Is it advisable to close all windows when you're stranded in a car with the engine running?

Yes, to stay safe.

No, keep the vehicle ventilated while the engine is running.

If the weather is good, keep the windows closed.

The vehicle does not need any ventilation.

30.

What's the recommended procedure for re-entering the road if you drive off the paved portion of the roadway?

With the acceleration high, return to the road quickly and straighten your vehicle in the proper travel lane.

With controlled speed, return to the road gradually and straighten your vehicle in the proper travel lane.

With uncontrolled speed, return to the road gradually and straighten your vehicle in the proper travel lane.

With controlled speed, return to the road quickly

31.

What are the proper procedures for yielding to an emergency vehicle?

By moving quickly to your side.

By safely moving your vehicle to allow the emergency vehicle to pass.

By honking at the cars in front of you.

All of the above.

32.

What is a recommended safe distance to keep from an emergency vehicle?

150 meters

200 meters

350 meters

300 meters

33.

What steps can you take to ensure safe driving in challenging road conditions?

Increase your following distance

Reduce your speed

Maintain your space cushion

All of the above.

34.

What are some methods to detect the presence of animals on the road?

Watch for sudden, unusual spots of light on or near the road at night. This may be the reflection of your headlights from an animal’s dead body.

Watch for sudden, unusual spots of light on or near the road at night. This may be the reflection of your headlights from an animal’s eyes.

Watch out for animals sitting in the middle of the road.

Watch out for other drivers telling you they saw an animal along the road.

35.

What steps can you take to minimize the risk of colliding with an animal?

You can do so by reducing your speed.

You can do so by looking well ahead.

You can do so by driving with caution in areas with wildlife warning signs.

All of the above.

36.

How should you react when a police car stops your vehicle?

You should wait for instructions from the police officer.

You should start taking out money to give to the police officer.

You should be cooperative and provide all necessary documents requested by the officer.

Both A and C.

37.

What does the term "threshold braking" refer to?

When you press firmly on the brake pedal to the point just before the wheels lock.

When you press slowly on the brake pedal to the point just before the wheels puncture.

When you press slowly on the brake pedal to the point just before the wheels stop.

None of the above.

38.

What is one crucial action to take when you drive off the paved portion of the roadway?

Keep focus on your car only.

Keep focus on reducing the speed of the car only.

Both A and B.

Check for traffic before attempting to steer the vehicle back onto the road.

39.

What actions should you take if glare makes it challenging to see the road ahead?

Speed up to reach your destination quickly.

Reduce your speed.

Maintain your speed.

None of the above.

40.

How is oncoming traffic typically alerted to a blocked or narrow lane ahead?

The people nearby will tell the oncoming traffic.

A flashing light from emergency vehicles will warn you of a problem ahead.

Both A and B.

You will not be warned, you need to go and see for yourself.

41.

What type of headlights are recommended for use during rainy conditions?

High-beam headlights

Low-beam headlights

Your answer

None of the above.

42.

What measures can you take to minimize the likelihood of your car skidding?

Driving in a smooth and controlled manner will reduce the chance of a skid.

Driving fast and in your lane will reduce the chance of a skid.

Driving in reverse will reduce the chance of a skid.

None of the above.

43.

What actions should you take if there's heavy fog and smoke outside, and finding a safe place to park isn't possible on the road?

All the passengers should exit the car and wait for help to come standing near it.

All the passengers should sit and wait for help in the car.

All the passengers should move to a safe location away from the vehicle in case it is hit.

None of the above.

44.

When should you use your low-beam headlights while following another vehicle?

50 metres

150 metres

250 metres

300 metres

45.

What steps will you take to ensure the collision scene is properly secured?

Protect the scene by standing and telling others about the collision.

Protect the scene with flashing hazard lights and warning triangles so that other vehicles don’t get involved.

Protect the scene by parking your car near the scene of the collision.

You can’t protect the scene of the collision so drive on.

46.

What typically occurs to a vehicle during a skid if it lacks an ABS system?

A braking skid might occur when you apply the brakes too firmly.

The wheels might lock.

Both A and B.

None of the above.

47.

Which highlights should be used when there is smoke and fog outside?

Use low beams

Use high beams

Stop the car and wait for the fog/smoke to subside.

All of the above.

48.

When is it advisable to activate the headlights?

Only at night

When you are driving at night or at any time when you cannot see clearly 50 meters away.

When you are driving at night or at any time when you cannot see clearly 10 meters away.

When you are driving at night or at any time when you cannot see clearly 150 meters away.

49.

What occurs to the vehicle if the rear tire goes flat?

The vehicle will pull strongly to the side that has the flat tire.

The vehicle will pull strongly to the opposite side that has the flat tire.

The vehicle will start weaving.

All of the above.

50.

What actions should you take if your brakes fail and the wheels are straight?

Keep driving

Hit the brakes with full pressure.

Carefully use your park brake to slow your vehicle.

Carefully turn to the other side of the road and park your vehicle.

51.

How can the accumulation of water and mud on your vehicle's exterior impact visibility and safety during rainy conditions?

It can make the car messy

It can interfere with your view through the windshield and windows.

It can blind you forever.

All of the above.

52.

What steering corrections are advised when your car begins to skid?

Make large steering adjustments, point the tires along the centre of your lane.

Make large steering adjustments, point the tires along the right side of your lane.

Do not make large steering adjustments, point the tires along the centre of your lane

Do not make large steering adjustment, point the tires along the right side of your lane.

53.

What is the recommended speed limit for motorists in a construction zone?

The posted speed limit

Faster than the usual speed limit

Slower than the usual speed limit

None of the above.

54.

Where is the appropriate location to position the reflective triangle?

Place them at the rear of your vehicle, about 10 to 20 meters apart.

Place them in front of your vehicle, about 20 to 30 meters apart.

Place them in front of your vehicle, about 40 to 50 meters apart.

Place them in front of your vehicle, about 10 to 20 meters apart.

55.

When should you contact law enforcement regarding the collision?

When there is an injury

When someone has been killed

When the damages exceed $2,000.

All of the above.

56.

Which wheel(s) receive brake pressure application from the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)?

On both the right and left wheel.

On the left wheel.

On the right wheel.

Brake pressure is not felt on the wheels.

57.

What steps should you take if an animal suddenly crosses in front of your vehicle?

You should press the brake hard and prepare for a collision.

You should hit the animal to avoid an accident with another car.

You should hit the brake hard and prepare to take evasive action.

You should do whatever it takes to avoid collision with the animal.

58.

__________________ is caused by moisture freezing on the road surface.

The road becomes wet.

Red ice

Black ice

Blue ice

59.

How should you handle oncoming headlights when driving at night?

Look directly at oncoming headlights.

Avoid looking directly at oncoming headlights.

Look slightly down and to the right edge of your driving lane until the vehicle passes you.

Both B and C.

60.

How should you safely yield to an emergency vehicle when driving on a two-way road?

Carefully and legally stop your vehicle in a safe location at the right edge of the roadway.

Carefully and legally stop your vehicle in a safe location at the left edge of the roadway.

Carefully and legally stop your vehicle in a safe location in the center of the roadway.

Carefully and legally stop your vehicle anywhere you want to.

61.

What steps should you take if your car breaks down in a potentially hazardous location?

Stop the traffic and ask for help

Turn on your hazard lights

Turn on the right indicator

None of the above.

62.

What are some essential emergency supplies that you should always have in your car?

A first aid kit, approved warning devices like reflective triangles, your makeup kit, and a cell phone charger.

A first aid kit, approved warning devices like reflective triangles, booster cables, perishable food that will last a small time, a jack, and an inflated spare tire.

A first aid kit, reflective triangles, booster cables, non-perishable food, jack, and an inflated spare tire, flashlight with extra batteries, tow rope, and headlight replacement bulbs.

There are no emergency supplies.

63.

What will be the fines for speeding in these areas when workers are present?

Same.

Reduced.

Void

Doubled

64.

What actions should you take if your wheels lock up in a situation?

Wait for the car to stop.

Ease off the brake pedal.

Brake again slowly.

Both B and C.

65.

When are animals typically more active?

At dusk

At dawn

They are active all the time.

Both A and B

66.

What measures can you take to avoid black ice if it's not visible?

Keep your eyes open, if the asphalt looks shiny and black instead of grey-white, be cautious.

Keep your eyes open, if the asphalt looks dim and red instead of grey-white, be cautious.

Keep your eyes open, if the asphalt looks dim and bluish instead of grey-white, be cautious.

Keep your eyes open, if the asphalt looks red instead of grey-white, be cautious.

67.

When is it advisable to have reflective triangles with you?

When you are driving in the city.

When you are driving on calm roads.

When you are driving in potentially dangerous locations or on the highway.

None of the above.

68.

What steps should you take when experiencing a braking skid in a vehicle without ABS?

Take your foot off the brake pedal and steer in the direction you want your vehicle to go.

Keep your foot on the brake pedal and steer in the direction you want your vehicle to go.

Keep your foot on the brake pedal and keep steering in reverse.

None of the above.

69.

Where is the safest location to wait for help if you're parked in a potentially hazardous area?

You should keep sitting in the car and wait for help.

You should exit the car and wait for help while the others sit inside.

All the occupants of the car should exit and stand near the car to wait.

All the occupants of the car should exit and wait at a safe location to the rear and away from the vehicle.

70.

What vehicles are equipped with flashing green lights?

Any vehicle can use a flashing green light.

A police car has a flashing green light.

Some volunteer firefighters use flashing green lights on their emergency response vehicles.

All of the above.

71.

What are some common causes of car skidding?

You drive too quickly when the road conditions are not good.

You turn the steering wheel too much when your speed is high.

You turn the steering wheel sharply.

All of the above.

72.

Where should you direct your gaze and steering when performing emergency braking?

In the direction you were coming from.

Look to your sides.

Look and steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go.

Just keep going without looking anywhere.

73.

What actions should you take if you find yourself stranded off the highway but in a safe location?

Leave the vehicle and stand outside.

Stay with the vehicle.

Leave the vehicle and go.

Do whatever you want

74.

What type of information should you swap if you're involved in a collision?

Name only

Name and contact information

Name, contact information, and insurance details

None of the above.

75.

What action should you take if a police officer stops you and you have already shifted your vehicle into neutral or park gear?

Calmly take out the documentations including your license, vehicle insurance, and registration.

Calmly sit back and relax.

Look for documentations like your marriage certificate, child birth certificate, etc.

None of the above.

76.

Who should you yield the right-of-way to?

Ambulance

Police emergency vehicle

Fire emergency vehicle

All of the above.

77.

Should you drive with only one headlight?

Yes, it is safe.

No, it increases the risk of being without both headlights.

It depends on the weather conditions.

None of the above.

78.

At what point should you engage the brakes if your car experiences a flat tire?

As soon as you find out the tire is flat.

As soon as you can.

Both A and B.

When you have the vehicle under control and speed is reduced.

79.

What steps should you take if you experience a flat tire while driving?

You should quickly apply the brakes.

Resist the urge to apply the brakes immediately.

Pull the handbrake.

Both A and C.

80.

What are some examples of road surface conditions that can impact traction?

Black ice, shaded areas, and bridges and overpasses.

Rain and hydroplaning, and ice and snow.

None of the above.

All of the above.

81.

What is the recommended distance to maintain for a police vehicle to come to a safe stop behind your vehicle?

One-arm distance

Two-arm distance

Three-arm distance

Enough space to stop safely.

82.

What is the recommended method for applying the brakes during an emergency situation?

Apply steady firm pressure on the brake pedal, do not pump or release the brake, and look and steer.

Apply steady firm pressure on the brake pedal, pump or release the brake, and look and steer.

Apply steady firm pressure on the brake pedal, release the brake, and look and steer.

Apply steady firm pressure on the brake pedal, do not pump or release the brake, and shift gears.

83.

In what locations should you avoid stopping your vehicle if you're experiencing mechanical issues?

On a bridge or a tunnel

On the side of the road and a tunnel

On a red light

All of the above.

84.

What key factors should be considered when notifying the police or emergency medical services about a collision?

Just tell them the location and nothing else.

Just tell them about the number of people who are injured.

Both A and B.

Be as accurate as you can, especially about the condition of any injured people and the location of the collision.

85.

When is it advisable to use cruise control in adverse weather and road conditions?

You should not use cruise control when the weather and road conditions are poor.

You should use cruise control when your speed is less.

You should use cruise control when your speed is high.

You can use cruise control anytime you want.

86.

What actions should a vehicle driver take upon spotting flashing lights from emergency vehicles ahead?

Reduce speed

Carefully change lanes

Prepare to stop

All of the above.

87.

What is the recommended speed for driving at night?

Travel as fast as you want to.

Travel as slow as possible.

Travel at the highest speed legally allowed.

Travel at a speed that allows you to respond safely or stop in the distance lit by your headlights.

88.

What steps should you take if you cause damage to public property, and the damages amount to less than $2,000?

You should move on

You should report it to the police immediately.

You should pay for the repair of the things.

You should tell the people nearby what happened

89.

When are low-beam headlights typically utilized?

When there is oncoming traffic at night, even when the highway is not divided.

When there is oncoming traffic at night, even when the highway is divided.

When there is incoming traffic during the day, even when the highway is divided.

None of the above.

90.

What should you do if your headlights suddenly stop working while driving at night?

Turn on your hazard lights, reduce speed, move to the emergency stop lane, and park in a safe place.

Turn on your hazard lights, turn the headlight control off and on, reduce speed, move to the emergency stop lane, and park in a safe place.

Turn on your hazard lights, increase speed, move to the emergency stop lane, and park in a safe place.

None of the above.

91.

Hydroplaning means ?

When the tires lose contact with the road surface when the roads are wet.

When the tires lose contact with the road surface when the roads are dry.

When the tires lose contact with the car when the roads are wet.

When the tires lose contact with the car when the roads are dry.

92.

How should you safely give space to an emergency vehicle on a one-way roadway?

Carefully and legally stop your vehicle in a safe location at the left edge of the roadway.

Carefully and legally stop your vehicle in a safe location in the center of the roadway.

Carefully and legally stop your vehicle in a safe location at the nearest edge of the roadway.

Carefully and legally stop your vehicle anywhere you want to.

93.

What direction should you take if you encounter a narrow or blocked road ahead?

Follow directions given by emergency personnel directing traffic.

Follow directions given by the cars ahead of you.

Follow directions given by the people nearby.

No need to follow directions, just keep going straight.

94.

What steps should you take if you lose control of your vehicle in rainy conditions?

Do not brake.

Release the pressure on the accelerator.

Look and steer where you want the front of the vehicle to go.

All of the above.

Time’s up

Prepare for real-life driving scenarios with the Alberta Emergency & Challenging Situations practice quiz. This test helps you understand how to react safely during collisions, skids, breakdowns, poor weather, and other unexpected situations that are part of the Alberta learner’s knowledge exam.

This quiz is part of our complete Alberta Learners Practice Test series. After this section, continue building your confidence with The Basics of Driving, Sharing the Road, and Highways & Freeways.

All questions are based on the most recent Alberta Driver’s Guide. For full official information, you can also review the Government of Alberta’s Driver’s Guide online.

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