12 Questions
What is the basic speed limit on a primary highway outside a city, town or village, unless otherwise posted?
100 km/h
When backing a passenger vehicle to the left, which of the following is the correct procedure?
Look over the left shoulder with occasional glances to the front
If facing a traffic control light showing a green right-turn arrow and a red light, a driver:
May proceed when safe, without stopping, in the direction of the arrow
At what point is a fully licensed (non-learner, non-probationary) driver in Alberta suspended due to demerit points?
15 points
When passing a large truck on a two-way highway, which of the following is the correct procedure?
Leave extra room before returning to your lane
Which of the following is NOT a correct procedure when backing up a passenger vehicle to the left?
All of the above are incorrect procedures
What is the proper way to turn right at a red traffic light?
Signal, stop, look both ways, yield, then proceed if clear
What does a single solid white line between driving lanes in an urban area indicate?
It separates traffic travelling in opposite directions
Which of these best defines a 'parking lane'?
All of the above
What does 'shoulder checking' refer to?
Glancing towards the blind spot in the intended direction of travel
What does this sign indicate? (image description: diamond shaped sign with bumpy lines)
Uneven pavement
What does an illuminated red 'X' in a traffic lane control light mean?
Travel is not permitted in that lane
Study Notes
Right Turns at Red Traffic Lights
- Right turns on a red traffic light are permitted if there is no sign prohibiting the turn, after stopping, looking left and right, and yielding the right-of-way.
Sign Identification
- A sign with a symbol of a bus indicates a reserved lane for buses.
- A sign with a symbol of a truck indicates a route for vehicles over 4500 kg.
- A sign with a symbol of a flame indicates a dangerous goods route.
Lane Markings
- A single solid white line between driving lanes in an urban area means lane changing is not permitted.
- A lane closest to the curb, where parking is permitted but there are no meters, is a parking lane.
Shoulder Checking
- Shoulder checking means glancing towards the blind spot in the direction the driver intends to move.
Traffic Signs
- A sign with a symbol of a cyclist indicates off-road facilities ahead.
- A sign with a symbol of a slippery road indicates slippery when wet.
- A traffic-lane control light with an illuminated red “X” means travel is not permitted in that lane.
Operator's Licence
- A parent has the right to withdraw a previously given “parental consent” for someone under 18 years of age with respect to an operator’s licence, provided the person is still under the age of 18 and is not self-supporting or married.
Speed Limits
- The basic speed limit outside a city, town or village on a primary highway is 100 km/h, unless otherwise posted.
Backing a Vehicle
- When backing a passenger vehicle to the left, a driver should look over the left shoulder with occasional glances to the front.
Traffic Control Lights
- 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 proceed when safe, without stopping, in the direction of the arrow.
Demerit Point System
- A fully licenced (non-learner, non-probationary) driver is suspended when they accumulate 15 points.
Passing a Large Truck
- When passing a large truck on a two-way highway, a driver should leave extra room before returning to their lane.
This quiz assesses your knowledge about Alberta's basic driver's license requirements. Test yourself on topics like speed limits and safe backing procedures for passenger vehicles.
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