Alberta Basic Driver's License Assessment

Questions and Answers

Unless otherwise posted, what is the basic speed limit outside a city, town or village on a primary highway?

90 km/h

80 km/h

100 km/h (correct)

110 km/h

When backing a passenger vehicle to the left, a driver should:

Look over the right shoulder with occasional glances to the front

Look in the inside rear-view mirror and make steering adjustments as necessary

Look over the left shoulder with occasional glances to the front (correct)

Without shoulder checking, use the inside and outside rear-view mirrors to ensure the best view to the rear and both sides of the vehicle

When approaching an intersection and facing a traffic control light that is showing a green right-turn arrow and a red light, a driver:

May go straight through the intersection without stopping

Must stop and wait for a green light before turning in the direction of the arrow

May proceed when safe, without stopping, in the direction of the arrow (correct)

May turn left without stopping

Alberta has a demerit point system where a fully licensed driver is suspended when they accumulate:

12 points Signup and view all the answers

When passing a large truck on a two-way highway, a driver should:

Leave extra room before returning to their lane Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the steps for turning right at a red traffic light?

Signal and make sure there is no sign prohibiting the turn, stop, look left and right, yield the right-of-way, then proceed Signup and view all the answers

A single solid white line between driving lanes in an urban area means:

Lane changing is not permitted Signup and view all the answers

A 'parking lane' as defined in the Basic Licence Driver's Handbook is:

All of these responses are correct Signup and view all the answers

Shoulder checking means:

Glancing towards the blind spot in the direction the driver intends to move Signup and view all the answers

A traffic-lane control light with an illuminated red 'X' means:

Travel is not permitted in that lane Signup and view all the answers

Does a parent have the right to withdraw a previously given 'parental consent' for someone under 18 years of age with respect to an operator's licence?

Yes, provided the person is still under the age of 18 and is not self-supporting or married Signup and view all the answers

When approaching a Yield sign, you must:

Yield the right-of-way to traffic not facing the sign and all pedestrians in the intersection Signup and view all the answers

What does 'over-driving' your headlights at night mean?

The driver cannot see clearly for 1000 metres. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Alberta Basic Licence Drivers Assessment

Basic speed limit outside urban areas on a primary highway is 100 km/h unless otherwise posted.
When backing a passenger vehicle to the left, look over the left shoulder with occasional front glances for safe navigation.
At an intersection with a green right-turn arrow and a red light, a driver may proceed safely in the direction of the arrow without stopping.
A fully licensed driver in Alberta is suspended for accumulating 15 demerit points.
When passing a large truck on a two-way highway, return to your lane only when the truck is no longer visible in your rear-view mirrors.
Right turns at red traffic lights require signaling, checking for prohibitions, and yielding the right-of-way before proceeding.
A specific road sign may indicate a route for vehicles over 4500 kg or a route for slow-moving vehicles, among other meanings.
A single solid white line between lanes indicates lane changes are not permitted.
Defined as the lane closest to the curb where parking is allowed, a "parking lane" encompasses various aspects from parking meters to the edge of the roadway.
Shoulder checking means glancing into the blind spot in the direction of intended movement to ensure safety.
An illuminated red "X" on a traffic-lane control light signifies that travel is not permitted in that lane.
A parent can withdraw previously given "parental consent" for someone under 18 regarding an operator's license if the person is not self-supporting or married.
Approaching a Yield sign requires yielding the right-of-way to all pedestrians and vehicles not facing the sign.
"Over-driving" your headlights refers to traveling at a speed that exceeds the distance illuminated by your headlights at night.

Description

Test your knowledge of the Alberta basic driver's license regulations. This quiz covers essential topics such as speed limits and proper driving techniques for passenger vehicles. Ensure you're well-prepared for the driver's assessment with these questions.