Alberta Basic Driver's Licence Assessment
The Alberta Basic Licence Driver's Assessment evaluates a driver's ability to safely operate a vehicle. The assessment includes pre-drive checks, in-vehicle observation and the driver's ability to control the vehicle in various traffic conditions. Drivers must demonstrate safe habits throughout the assessment, such as mirror checks, signalling, and speed maintenance.
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Alberta Basic Driver's Licence Assessment
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List of Questions20 questions
- Question 1
- To check blind spots not visible in mirrors.
- To assess the speed of approaching vehicles.
- To adjust your mirrors for optimal visibility.
- To signal your intention to other drivers.
- Question 2
- Stop and proceed only when safe.
- Yield to oncoming traffic, then proceed.
- Maintain speed and continue through the intersection.
- Proceed with caution.
- Question 3
- During daylight hours for increased visibility.
- When directed by a police officer.
- When passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway.
- To keep up with the flow of traffic.
- Question 4
- Passing is prohibited.
- Passing is permitted during daylight hours.
- Passing is permitted if visibility is clear for 200 meters.
- Passing is permitted if safe.
- Question 5
- Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid.
- Stop immediately and turn on hazard lights.
- Brake hard and steer in the opposite direction of the skid.
- Accelerate slightly to regain control.
- Question 6
- From one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise.
- Only when visibility is less than 150 meters.
- From 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise and whenever visibility is reduced.
- During adverse weather conditions such as rain and snow.
- Question 7
- Stop at least 5 meters from the nearest rail and wait until the signals stop and the gate rises fully.
- Slow down and proceed across the tracks, keeping a close watch for trains.
- Slow down, look both ways, and proceed if no train is visible.
- Stop, then proceed quickly if the crossing appears clear.
- Question 8
- Tap your brakes to warn the driver to back off.
- Maintain your speed and move to the right to allow them to pass, if safe.
- Pull over to the shoulder and let the tailgater pass.
- Increase your speed to create more distance.
- Question 9
- During off-peak hours when the lane is not heavily used.
- When driving a fuel-efficient vehicle, regardless of the number of occupants.
- When driving with the minimum number of passengers specified for the lane during posted hours.
- When you are in a hurry and need to bypass traffic.
- Question 10
- Honk your horn to alert the bus driver and proceed carefully.
- Slow down and proceed with caution, watching for children.
- Stop at least 20 meters away from the bus and wait until the lights stop flashing and the stop arm is retracted.
- Pass the bus slowly, keeping a safe distance from any pedestrians.
- Question 11
- It has no significant effect if consumed in small quantities.
- It enhances your reaction time but impairs your judgment.
- It improves your ability to concentrate on the road.
- It impairs judgment, coordination, and reaction time.
- Question 12
- It indicates the edge of the roadway.
- It separates lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, and you may change lanes if it is safe to do so.
- It separates traffic moving in opposite directions.
- It indicates a no-passing zone.
- Question 13
- Treat the intersection as an uncontrolled intersection, yielding to the vehicle on the right.
- The vehicle on the left always has the right-of-way.
- The vehicle that arrives first always has the right-of-way.
- Proceed through the intersection as quickly as possible to avoid delays.
- Question 14
- A minimum of three seconds.
- A minimum of four seconds.
- One car length for every 10 km/h of speed.
- A minimum of two seconds.
- Question 15
- Continue driving at the same speed to avoid disrupting the emergency vehicle.
- Speed up to clear the area quickly.
- Pull over to the right and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.
- Move to the left lane to give the emergency vehicle space to pass.
- Question 16
- They have smaller blind spots.
- They have larger blind spots and require more distance to stop.
- They often travel below the speed limit.
- They have shorter stopping distances.
- Question 17
- To alert drivers who are drifting off the road.
- To provide a smoother ride for motorcycles.
- To increase traction for vehicles in wet conditions.
- To mark the boundary of bicycle lanes.
- Question 18
- Increase your speed to get out of the fog quickly.
- Use high beam headlights to improve visibility.
- Use low beam headlights and fog lights if equipped.
- Turn off all lights to reduce glare.
- Question 19
- It is only a minor offense if you have not been drinking.
- It carries the same penalties as driving under the influence.
- It results in a small fine, but no other penalties.
- It depends on the officer's discretion.
- Question 20
- Only at marked crosswalks.
- At all times, to ensure their safety.
- Only when pedestrians are crossing legally.
- Only when pedestrians are elderly or disabled.
List of Flashcards17 flashcards
- Card 1HintWhat should you always have when driving?Memory TipLicense: Essential ID for every drive.
- Card 2HintMost common license for standard vehicles.Memory TipClass 5: Everyday vehicles, not commercial.
- Card 3HintHow long do you have to inform authorities about moving?Memory Tip14 days: Moving? Update address fast!
- Card 4HintWhat is the purpose of the driving test?Memory TipAssessment: Proves safe driving skills.
- Card 5HintHow early should you arrive for the test?Memory TipArrive 15 minutes early for the test.
- Card 6HintMinimum time before retesting?Memory TipFailed? Wait a day, then try.
- Card 7HintChecking blind spots.Memory TipShoulder check: glance to stay safe
- Card 8HintHow far to signal in rural area?Memory Tip30 meters to signal in rural area
- Card 9HintWhat should you do at a yellow light?Memory TipYellow light: Stop if safe, else proceed careful.
- Card 10HintWhat action does 'yield' mean?Memory TipYield: Let others go first.
- Card 11HintDistance to stop for school bus?Memory Tip20 meters: Safe school bus stop.
- Card 12HintWho goes first at a 4 way stop?Memory TipFirst come, first served at 4-way stop.
- Card 13HintHow should you merge into highway traffic?Memory TipMatch speed: merge smoothly, safely.
- Card 14HintDistance to follow emergency vehicles?Memory Tip150 meters: Stay back from emergency vehicles!
- Card 15HintHow far from a fire hydrant can you park?Memory Tip5 meters: Give hydrants space.
- Card 16HintWhich lights for foggy conditions?Memory TipLow beams: Pierce the fog.
- Card 17HintWhen must you report?Memory Tip$2000+ damage, contact police.