Alberta Basic Licence Driver's Assessment Quiz

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Questions and Answers

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

100 km/h (correct)

80 km/h

90 km/h

110 km/h

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

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

Look over the right shoulder with occasional glances to the front

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

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

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

May go straight through the intersection without stopping

May turn left without stopping

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

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:

That portion of a primary highway between the edge of the roadway to the right of the direction of traffic and the nearest solid white line, not being the centre line, marked on the roadway 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

The term 'over-driving' your headlights at night means:

The driver is travelling at a speed that exceeds the range of the headlights Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Speed Limits and Road Signs

Basic speed limit outside a city or town on a primary highway is 100 km/h unless posted otherwise.
Various road signs communicate essential information, such as routes for heavy vehicles, danger warnings, and lane restrictions.

Vehicle Maneuvering and Interactions

To back a vehicle left, a driver should look over the left shoulder with occasional glances to the front.
When approaching an intersection with a green right-turn arrow and red light, a driver may proceed in the direction of the arrow when safe.
It is crucial to leave extra room when passing a large truck on a two-way highway and return to your lane once the truck is no longer visible in the mirrors.

Traffic Control and Management

Right turns on red traffic lights are allowed if there is no sign prohibiting the turn; stop, look, and yield before proceeding.
A single solid white line in urban driving indicates that lane changing is not permitted.
A traffic-lane control light displaying a red “X” means that travel in that lane is not allowed.

A fully licensed driver in Alberta is suspended after accumulating 15 demerit points.
A parent can withdraw previously given consent for an underage operator’s license as long as they still meet specific criteria.

Yielding and Headlight Use

At a yield sign, a driver must yield the right-of-way to other traffic and pedestrians in the intersection.
"Over-driving" your headlights at night means traveling faster than the distance illuminated by the vehicle's headlights.

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Description

Test your knowledge on the basic speed limits and safe driving practices in Alberta. This quiz covers essential questions that every driver should know to ensure safety on the road. Perfect for those preparing for the Alberta driver's licensing exam.