Sharing the Road Practice Test

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What are some requirements for operating large vehicles?

More space for turning only

More time and space for starting, stopping, and turning

Wider lanes

More time for stopping only

Approximately how many meters away from the school bus should you come to a complete stop?

10 metres (about a car length)

15 car (about three to four car lengths)

20 metres (about four to five car lengths)

25 metres (about five to six car lengths)

At what minimum distance should you refrain from parking near the closest rail of a level railway crossing?

Who is authorized to certify that the applicant meets one or more of the conditions outlined on the Accessible Parking Permit application form?

Physiotherapist

A licensed physician

Chiropractor

All of the above

In which lanes are vehicles required to stop for a school bus on a two-lane undivided highway?

The lane in which the school bus is driving.

The lane opposite which the school bus is driving.

Both lanes must stop for a school bus.

No lane needs to stop.

What makes it unsafe to drive behind a log-hauling truck when it's making a left or right turn?

When these trucks are turning, the logs can block all or some of the lanes of the highway.

When these trucks are turning, the logs can fall off and hurt someone.

When these trucks are turning, nothing happens.

None of the above.

At what point does a school zone cease to be in effect?

500 meters from the beginning of the zone

250 meters from the beginning of the zone

150 meters from the beginning of the zone

A traffic sign indicates either a higher speed or the end of the zone

What action should you take if a large vehicle is making a right turn in front of you?

You should not drive behind a large vehicle at all.

When a large vehicle is turning to the right, stay nearby and drive in the space on the right of the large vehicle.

When a large vehicle is turning to the right, stay well back and do not drive in the space on the right of the large vehicle.

Leave a car’s space and drive behind the large vehicle.

What is the recommended procedure for changing lanes when overtaking a cyclist?

The same rules apply to a cyclist as other vehicles.

You need to change lanes with less consideration as cyclists will always stop for the vehicles.

You are not allowed to change lanes when there is a cyclist on the road with you.

All of the above.

10.

What is the recommended distance to maintain between your vehicle and large vehicles?

Little space is required between your vehicle and large vehicles.

Infinite space is required between your vehicle and large vehicles.

You should not be driving behind large vehicles.

Keep adequate space between you and large vehicles.

11.

What precautions should you take when you observe large vehicles backing up?

Large vehicles do not have efficient brakes

Large vehicles have large blind spots

Large vehicles do not have side mirrors

Large vehicles do not have rear mirrors

12.

What essential equipment should your bicycle have?

Well-working brakes

A bell or horn

A tail light

Both A and B.

13.

Is it appropriate to pass a school bus that has its alternating amber lights flashing?

You should not pass it.

You should pass it quickly.

You should pass it with caution.

If there is traffic behind you, don’t pass it and vice versa.

14.

What's the reason behind turning the steering wheel toward the curb when parking a vehicle uphill on a road lacking a curb?

So that vehicle will go off the road rather than in traffic if the brakes become disengaged

Setting the wheels towards the curb prevent the vehicle to roll backward

To lock the steering you should set the steering wheels towards the right

None of these

15.

What indicate that a snowplow is actively working ahead?

They are equipped with flashing amber and red lights to make them more visible.

They are equipped with flashing red and purple lights to make them more visible.

They are equipped with blue and green lights to make them more visible.

They will be honking the horn continuously while working.

16.

Is it advisable to overtake another vehicle when approaching a crosswalk?

Yes, you can pass it.

No, you should not pass another vehicle.

It depends on the traffic, if there is less traffic, you can pass.

There is no rule regarding this.

17.

What information do pavement markings, such as an X and/or stop line, convey?

May be marked on the pavement at the approach to some railway crossings.

May be marked on the pavement at the approach of a school bus.

May be marked on the pavement at the approach of a heavy vehicle.

May be marked on the pavement at the approach of a light vehicle.

18.

Why is it advised against moving into the space in front of a large vehicle approaching a traffic light?

If the traffic light changes to red, the driver may need that extra space in front of the vehicle for stopping and may not have enough room if another vehicle moves in front.

If the traffic light changes to red, the driver may need that extra space in front of the vehicle for stopping and may have enough room if another vehicle moves in front.

If the traffic light changes to red, the driver does not need that extra space in front of the vehicle for stopping and may not have enough room if another vehicle moves in front.

None of the above.

19.

What are some requirements for operating large vehicles?

This is a school bus crossing sign.

This is a railway crossing sign.

This is a sign not to use the cell phone while driving.

It is a construction ahead sign.

20.

What are some indicators that you might be in the blind spot of a large vehicle?

It is by chance, you can never be sure.

If you are driving behind a large vehicle and cannot see both of its side mirrors, you are too close.

If you are driving behind a large vehicle and can see both of its side mirrors, you are too close.

If you are driving behind a large vehicle and cannot see both of its sides, you are too close

21.

When is it appropriate to overtake a large vehicle?

When you are sure that you have enough time to complete the pass safely.

When you are sure that you have enough distance to complete the pass safely.

Both A and B

None of the above.

22.

Under what circumstances should you refrain from passing a log hauling truck?

Never pass a log hauling truck that is turning left on the normal road.

Never pass a log hauling truck that is turning left or right off the highway.

Never pass a log hauling truck under any circumstances.

All of the above.

23.

On a four-lane undivided highway, which lanes are required to stop for a school bus?

Both lanes which are going in the direction of the school bus.

Both lanes which are going in the opposite direction of the school bus

On a four-lane undivided highway, all four lanes must stop for a school bus.

On a four-lane undivided highway, not a single lane needs to stop for the school bus.

24.

What are some indicators that you might be in the blind spot of a large vehicle?

It is by chance, you can never be sure.

If you are driving behind a large vehicle and cannot see both of its side mirrors, you are too close.

If you are driving behind a large vehicle and can see both of its side mirrors, you are too close.

If you are driving behind a large vehicle and cannot see both of its sides, you are too close

25.

What individuals should you exercise caution around while driving your vehicle?

Truck drivers

Pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcycle riders.

Both A and B.

No one

26.

What is a common byproduct of snowplow activity on roads during winter?"

They may create a snow cloud.

They may create a dirt cloud.

They may create a smelly cloud.

They don’t create anything.

27.

At what distance does a snowplow vehicle typically shift to the side of the road?

Every 5 to 8 kms

Every 8 to 10 kms

Every 8 to 12 kms

Every 12 to 20 kms

28.

Is it advisable to pass another vehicle when approaching a crosswalk?

Yes, you can pass it.

No, you should not pass another vehicle.

It depends on the traffic, if there is less traffic, you can pass.

There is no rule regarding this.

29.

What action should you take if a large vehicle is making a right turn in front of you?

You should not drive behind a large vehicle at all.

When a large vehicle is turning to the right, stay nearby and drive in the space on the right of the large vehicle.

When a large vehicle is turning to the right, stay well back and do not drive in the space on the right of the large vehicle.

Leave a car’s space and drive behind the large vehicle.

30.

What are the reasons for advising vehicles against following cyclists too closely?

They can stop the cycle anytime they want.

They ride the cycle too fast.

They don’t have brake lights to warn you when they are stopping.

All of the above.

31.

What type of permit, valid for five years, is granted to individuals with permanent disabilities?

Company permit (green)

Regular permit (blue)

Traveller permit (purple)

Temporary permit (red)

32.

What indications do vehicle drivers receive signaling that it's time for pedestrians to proceed?

They will see a red flashing pedestrian-activated traffic light.

They will see an orange flashing pedestrian-activated traffic light.

They will see a yellow flashing pedestrian-activated traffic light.

They will see a green flashing pedestrian-activated traffic light.

33.

What's the importance of carefully observing the road ahead when a snowplow is approaching from the opposite direction?

There may be an oncoming vehicle that is passing the snowplow using your lane.

There may be an oncoming vehicle that is passing the snowplow using the same lane as the snowplow.

There may be an oncoming vehicle going faster than the snowplow.

All of the above.

34.

What is the maximum allowable length for the extension of logs from the rear of a truck?

Nine meters

Ten meters

Eleven meters

Twelve meters

35.

What is the significance of stopping at a distance behind a stopping school bus?

The children will be able to get off and on without any tension.

The vehicle driver will be able to help the children get on and off without any tension.

Both A and B.

So that drivers of other vehicles behind you can see the flashing lights and students crossing the highway.

36.

What is the significance of a pedestrian using a white cane?

The rules of the road do not apply to the pedestrian

The pedestrian needs assistance

The pedestrian is visually impaired

The pedestrian is hearing impaired

37.

When does a school zone typically conclude?

500 meters from the beginning of the zone

250 meters from the beginning of the zone

150 meters from the beginning of the zone

A traffic sign indicates either a higher speed or the end of the zone

38.

Besides flashing red lights, what signal will indicate to vehicles that a school bus has stopped for students?

You will see flashing amber lights.

You will see a stop sign extended from the right side of the school bus.

You will see a stop sign extended from the left side of the school bus.

There will be no other indication.

39.

How do pedestrians typically signal their intention to cross the road in urban areas?

Pedestrians may indicate their intention to cross a street by raising an arm at a right angle and pointing to the opposite curb.

Pedestrians may indicate their intention to cross a street by raising an arm at a left angle and pointing to the curb.

Pedestrians may indicate their intention to cross a street by waving their arm and pointing to the opposite curb.

None of the above.

40.

What do the warning devices and signs indicate at a light rail transit crossing?

These warnings mean stop and do not cross the tracks.

These warnings mean to start and cross the tracks.

These warnings mean to tell the vehicles to speed up and cross the tracks.

None of the above.

41.

What action should you take upon observing a pedestrian signaling their intent to cross the street?

You must drive off quickly.

You should slow down your car.

You must stop your vehicle safely before the crosswalk and allow them to cross.

None of the above.

42.

Under what circumstances should you avoid over-driving your headlights?

During the day

At night

Both A and B.

You can over-ride your headlights any time of the day.

43.

If you're behind a funeral procession as it crosses railway tracks, what should you do?

Yield the right-of-way until it has passed before proceeding.

You can overtake the procession and go ahead.

You can ask them to give you a way to go ahead.

All of the above.

44.

How do drivers of oversized vehicle loads and convoys typically interact with traffic behind them?

They don’t give way to the traffic because of their size.

They don’t allow smaller vehicles to pass but allow larger vehicles to pass.

Typically, they look for opportunities to allow traffic to pass.

It depends on the flow of traffic coming from behind.

45.

Who bears the responsibility of ensuring safety before opening a door?

It is everyone’s responsibility.

It is the driver’s responsibility.

It is the pedestrian’s responsibility.

Everyone should look out for themselves.

46.

What is the emergency stopping time for an LRT train?

300 metres

200 metres

100 metres

50 metres

47.

What are the requirements for large vehicles?

More space for turning only

More time and space for starting, stopping, and turning

Wider lanes

More time for stopping only

48.

How should you respond if you are behind a funeral procession crossing railway tracks?

Yield the right-of-way until it has passed before proceeding.

You can overtake the procession and go ahead.

You can ask them to give you a way to go ahead.

All of the above.

49.

What action should drivers take when the red light starts flashing on this sign and a bell begins to ring?

Get ready to go when the lights begin to flash and the bells ring because a train is approaching.

Stop when the lights begin to flash and the bells ring because a train is approaching.

Start when the lights begin to flash and the bells ring because a train is approaching.

It depends on what the speed of the train is.

50.

What are commonly used to mark railway crossings on public roads?

A large red and white “X” sign

Red light signals

A barrier or gate

All of the above

51.

What is the default speed limit to observe in urban areas, towns, and villages where no sign is visible?

60km/h

30km/h

50km/h

80km/h

52.

On which side is it preferable for cyclists to ride their cycles?

They should ride as close as practicable to the left curb

They should ride as close as practicable to the center of the curb.

They should ride as close as practicable to the right curb.

They should ride wherever they want to.

53.

How long is it necessary to stop behind a school bus displaying alternating red lights?

For as long as you can see students getting off or getting on.

For as long as you like.

Until the alternating flashing red lights are turned off and the stop sign is no longer extended.

All of the above.

54.

On a four-lane undivided highway, which lanes are required to stop for the school bus?

Both lanes which are going in the direction of the school bus.

Both lanes which are going in the opposite direction of the school bus

On a four-lane undivided highway, all four lanes must stop for a school bus.

On a four-lane undivided highway, not a single lane needs to stop for the school bus.

55.

Is it permissible to drive around, under, or through a railway gate or barrier while it is down, being lowered, or being raised?

Illegal

Legal

Applauded

Permitted only in emergency

56.

What steps should you take after you've parked your vehicle?

You should turn off the ignition and the lights

You should remove the keys

You should lock the doors for safety

All of the above

57.

Which side of the lane do motorcyclists frequently use for traveling?

The left portion of their lane.

The right portion of their lane.

The center portion of their lane.

They can drive anywhere they want.

58.

On a highway divided by a median, which lanes are required to stop for a school bus?

Vehicles to the rear of the school bus must stop.

Vehicles in all four lanes should stop.

Vehicles to the front of the school bus must stop.

No vehicle needs to stop.

59.

What is the significance of maintaining additional space behind a large vehicle when on a hill?

The large vehicle may roll in front when the driver releases the brakes.

The large vehicle may roll back when the driver releases the brakes.

The large vehicle might not stop at the red light.

The large vehicle does not need to stop at a red light.

60.

What precautions should you take around a large vehicle that is backing up?

If you are too close behind, the driver may not be able to see you in the rearview mirrors.

If you are too far away, the driver may not be able to see you in the rearview mirrors.

If you are too close behind, the driver will be able to see you in the rearview mirrors.

All of the above.

61.

Besides flashing red lights, what other indication will vehicles receive when a school bus has stopped for students?

You will see flashing amber lights.

You will see a stop sign extended from the right side of the school bus.

You will see a stop sign extended from the left side of the school bus.

There will be no other indication.

62.

What actions should drivers take upon encountering a railway crossing sign?

They should yield to all emergency vehicles.

They should yield to all vehicles on the road.

Both A and B.

They should yield to all the trains.

63.

What is the maximum speed limit for operating school buses?

90 km/h or more

80 km/h or more

80 km/h or less

90 km/h or less

64.

How long is the validity period of a ______________, which is granted to companies and non-profit organizations that own or lease vehicles for transporting individuals with physical disabilities?

Regular permit (blue)

Temporary permit (red)

Company permit (green)

Traveller permit (purple)

65.

What is a safe following distance behind a snowplow?

1 meter

2 meter

3 meter

Mostly, it is mentioned at the rear of the snowplow.

66.

What's the rationale behind maintaining additional space between you and a person riding a motorcycle?

Because motorcycles can stop very quickly.

Because motorcycles can slip very quickly.

Because motorcycles can break down very quickly.

Because motorcycles can stop very slowly.

67.

In an emergency situation, how much time might it take for an LRT train to come to a complete stop?

300 metres

200 metres

100 metres

50 metres

68.

How far should you avoid parking from a public entrance to a hotel, theatre, or public hall when it's open to the public?

69.

Provide the minimum distance, in meters, that the driver of the vehicle nearest the crossing must stop from the nearest rail

4 metres

5 metres

6 metres

7 metres

70.

What actions should drivers take upon seeing a railway crossing sign?

They should yield to all emergency vehicles.

They should yield to all vehicles on the road.

Both A and B.

They should yield to all the trains.

71.

What types of warning devices are utilized by light rail transits?

Regular traffic lights

Signs and bells

Gates

All of the above

72.

What rights and responsibilities does a cyclist waiting at an intersection hold?

He/she has different rights and responsibilities than other vehicles.

He/she has the same rights and responsibilities as other vehicles.

Normal traffic laws and regulations don’t apply to him/her.

None of the above.

73.

What is the minimum seating capacity required for a vehicle to be classified as a bus?

74.

What actions should you take when you observe the pedestrian-activated traffic light flashing?

Slow down to 30 km/h and yield to pedestrians wanting to cross the street.

Slow down to 40 km/h and yield to pedestrians wanting to cross the street.

Slow down to 50 km/h and yield to pedestrians wanting to cross the street.

Slow down to 60 km/h and yield to pedestrians wanting to cross the street.

75.

What is the optimal distance for stopping safely when a train is approaching?

300 metres from the crossing

400 metres from the crossing

500 metres from the crossing

600 metres from the crossing

76.

What are the risks associated with parking your vehicle next to or across from construction or obstructions?

Because it would obstruct traffic

Because it would divert worker’s attention

Because it may get damaged

None of the above

77.

Under what circumstances are cyclists permitted to remove their hands from the handlebars?

Whenever they feel like

When they are making a turn to the left

When they are making a U-turn

When they are hand signalling

78.

What action should you take if you encounter a funeral procession on the tracks?

You can overtake the procession and go ahead.

You can join the procession.

Do not pass through a funeral procession.

None of the above.

79.

What distance behind a snowplow is considered safe for following?

1 meter

2 meter

3 meter

Mostly, it is mentioned at the rear of the snowplow.

80.

What is the significance of flashing alternating red lights on a school bus?

That the school bus is going to speed up.

That the school bus is going to slow down.

That the school bus is going to stop to allow students to get on and off.

It can mean any of the above.

81.

Which two cities have light rail transit crossings that resemble railway crossings?

Drumheller and Bassano

Calgary and Drumheller

Calgary and Edmonton

Edmonton and Milk River

82.

What should you do if you encounter a funeral procession on the railroad tracks?

You can overtake the procession and go ahead.

You can join the procession.

Do not pass through a funeral procession.

None of the above.

83.

What standards must be met for light rail transit crossings?

There are no specific requirements.

They require pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists to use caution in these locations.

They require pedestrians to cross over whenever they want.

None of the above.

84.

When is it appropriate to overtake a large vehicle?

When you are sure that you have enough time to complete the pass safely.

When you are sure that you have enough distance to complete the pass safely.

Both A and B.

None of the above.

85.

How do drivers of oversized vehicle loads and convoys typically interact with traffic behind them?

They don’t give way to the traffic because of their size.

They don’t allow smaller vehicles to pass but allow larger vehicles to pass.

Typically, they look for opportunities to allow traffic to pass.

It depends on the flow of traffic coming from behind.

86.

What factors should you be mindful of when making a right turn with cyclists beside you?

You should do a shoulder check to see your blind spots to the left.

You should do a shoulder check to see your blind spots to the right.

You should do a shoulder check to see your blind spots in the center.

All of the above.

87.

How far, in meters, must you come to a complete stop from the school bus?

10 metres (about a car length)

15 car (about three to four car lengths)

20 metres (about four to five car lengths)

25 metres (about five to six car lengths)

88.

Where is the recommended stopping position at an intersection when a large vehicle is making a turn onto the road you are on?

Stop right at the intersection to allow the operator the space to complete the turn.

Stop back from the intersection to allow the operator the space to complete the turn.

Stop a little ahead of the intersection to allow the operator the space to complete the turn.

Stop far ahead of the intersection to allow the operator the space to complete the turn.

89.

Who bears the responsibility of ensuring safety before opening a door?

It is everyone’s responsibility.

It is the driver’s responsibility.

It is the pedestrian’s responsibility.

Everyone should look out for themselves.

90.

Where is the appropriate stopping point when encountering a train?

Exactly at the stop line

Exactly at the start line

After the stop line

Before the stop line

91.

What actions should you take after pulling over on the side of the road?

Turn off your turn signal

Turn on your hazard signals

Sound your horn

Both A & B

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