ICBC Traffic Rules Test 2

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What is the necessary step before making a lane change?

Signaling, checking the rear view mirror and checking blind spots

Signaling and decreasing speed

Blowing your horn and providing the appropriate hand signal

Checking the rear view mirror

During inclement weather conditions, what setting should your headlights be on?

On low beam

On high beam

Leave them off

In any of these ways

What does a solid line to the left of your lane signify?

Overtake and pass with caution

Pass at your discretion

Pass only when no traffic is sight

It is unsafe to pass

What steps should you take before vacating a parking space?

Always signal and check for traffic, pulling out only when it is safe to do so

Sound your horn and pull away from the curb slowly

Signal and pull away from the curb

Check other traffic, signal and pull away from the curb quickly

What action is necessary before executing a right turn on red at a traffic signal?

Slow down, signal and turn

Come to a complete stop and wait until the way is clear

Slow down proceed with caution

Stop, then edge into traffic

What position should your vehicle be in on the roadway before making a left turn from a one-way street?

Close to the center line of the roadway

Close to the right hand side of the roadway

It does not matter provided you signal

Close to the left side of the roadway

Until what age and weight are children required to be seated in a rear-facing infant seat?

One year old and 9 kg

Over one year old and 9 kg

One year old and 7 kg

Over one year old and 20 kg

What are the recommended driving practices for winter conditions?

In whatever fashion they choose

Faster

The same way they drive in summer

Slower

What is the minimum distance required for parking from a rail?

7 metres

10 metres

15 metres

5 metres

10.

Where are parking restrictions typically enforced?

When driving outside urban areas

All answers are correct

A bridge or tunnel

A bicycle lane

A sidewalk

11.

What is the minimum distance allowed for parking near a fire hydrant?

5 m

3 m

4 m

2 m

12.

What precautions should you take while driving behind or alongside a large vehicle?

Driving in their blind spot

Passing

Using the radio

Making eye contact

13.

What does a flashing red beacon above an intersection signify?

Slow down and if necessary yield right-of-way to cars approaching from the left or right

Signal light is out of order, proceed with caution

You must come to a complete stop. Move through the intersection only when it is safe to do so

Slow down and drive with increased caution

14.

Which lane should you be in if you intend to make a right-hand turn?

Close to the left side of the roadway

Close to the centre line of the roadway

The lane approaching from the left

Close to the right side of the road

15.

If you're approaching a red traffic light but a police officer signals you to proceed, what action should you take?

Wait for the light to turn green

Call the policeman’s attention to the red light

Stop to make sure he wants you to go through

Obey the policeman’s signal and proceed

16.

What is the maximum allowable distance from the curb when parallel parking?

120

17.

What's the optimal method for achieving a rapid stop on a wet or icy road?

Keep foot off brake and let the vehicle slow and stop automatically

Put brakes on hard and try to prevent vehicle from skidding

Apply brakes the same way you always do

Brake, if wheels lock then release pressure and reapply until you come to a stop

18.

What is the default speed limit outside of cities and towns unless indicated otherwise by signage?

80 km/h

50 km/h

100 km/h

60 km/h

19.

What is a recommended safe driving practice when descending a steep hill?

Disengage the clutch and coast

Turn off the ignition

Gear down and use motor to assist in braking

Place the gear shift in neutral

20.

What actions should you take when parking on a downward slope?

Set your parking brake only

Turn your front wheels towards the curb or right shoulder

Turn your front wheels to the left and set your parking brake

Leave your front wheels parallel to the curb

21.

What steps should you take in response to a tire blowout?

Take your foot off the gas pedal and steer the vehicle firmly in the direction you want to go

Apply heavy braking

Keep your foot on the brake and steer to the left

Keep your foot on brake and steer to the right

22.

What are the three recommended actions if your wheels veer off the pavement?

Grip the wheel firmly and avoid heavy braking

Take your foot off the gas pedal to slow down

When under control steer fully back on the pavement

Speed up

23.

What is the minimum safe following distance?

Five car lengths to the other vehicle

A one second gap to the other vehicle

A two second gap to the other vehicle

Seven car lengths behind the other vehicle

24.

What steps should you take if your engine fails while driving?

All answers are correct

Stay with your car and raise the hood

Signal and move off the road

Activate your hazard lights

25.

What is the appropriate response when another vehicle intends to overtake you?

Signal the other driver not to pass

Move to the right and let it pass

Move to the left to prevent passing

Speed up so that passing is not necessary

26.

When are parking lights typically utilized?

For parking only

When driving in heavy fog

At any time

When driving on a well lighted street

27.

What is the duration of the driver's license suspension for driving with a BAC over 0.08?

60 days

90 days

7 days

30 days

28.

When is it permissible to lend your driver's license to someone else?

Never

To another person who is learning to drive

In case of emergencies

For identification purpose only

29.

What actions should you take if you experience hydroplaning?

Brake hard, applying as much force as possible

Have your vehicle checked by a mechanic

Brake gently and quickly pull over

Without braking, decelerate and drive straight ahead

30.

What is the minimum distance required for parking from a stop sign, traffic signal, or crosswalk?

5 metres

3 metres

4 metres

6 metres

Time’s up

Prepare for your BC learner’s exam with ICBC Traffic Rules Test 2, the next step in mastering British Columbia’s road rules. This quiz covers important topics such as traffic signals, multi-lane driving, school zones, railway crossings, shoulder use, and understanding road markings, all based on the ICBC Learn to Drive Smart guide.

This test is part of our complete ICBC Knowledge Test preparation series. If you haven’t yet, start with Traffic Rules Test 1, and continue practicing with
Traffic Rules Test 3 and
Traffic Rules Test 4.
You can also explore the ICBC Road Sign Practice Tests available on the main BC page.

All questions are created using the latest ICBC driving handbook. For full official information, review the ICBC Learn to Drive Smart Guide on the BC government website.

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