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If your car breaks down on the freeway, what should you do?
If your car breaks down on the freeway, what should you do?
Signal, pull over to the far right, stay near your vehicle in a safe place and raise the hood.
If you must stop in the intersection prior to completing a left turn, where should your front wheels be pointed?
If you must stop in the intersection prior to completing a left turn, where should your front wheels be pointed?
Straight ahead
What should you do if you have a vehicle equipped with anti-lock brakes and need to perform emergency braking?
What should you do if you have a vehicle equipped with anti-lock brakes and need to perform emergency braking?
Apply steady hard pressure to the brake pedal.
What are the requirements to become a probationary driver (Class 5)?
What are the requirements to become a probationary driver (Class 5)?
What is the best way to check for other vehicles in your blind spot?
What is the best way to check for other vehicles in your blind spot?
On wet roads, what should you be prepared to deal with?
On wet roads, what should you be prepared to deal with?
A red octagon shaped traffic sign means what?
A red octagon shaped traffic sign means what?
Is it permitted to encroach on the shoulder of a highway in order to perform a legal pass on the right?
Is it permitted to encroach on the shoulder of a highway in order to perform a legal pass on the right?
What are you required to do upon entering an intersection marked with a 'yield' sign?
What are you required to do upon entering an intersection marked with a 'yield' sign?
How many stages are there in the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program?
How many stages are there in the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program?
When do emergency vehicles with flashing lights and sirens have the right of way?
When do emergency vehicles with flashing lights and sirens have the right of way?
What should you do if you pull out slightly into another lane to pass a cyclist?
What should you do if you pull out slightly into another lane to pass a cyclist?
What does it mean when a school bus displays flashing red lights?
What does it mean when a school bus displays flashing red lights?
What must you do when approached by an emergency vehicle sounding a siren?
What must you do when approached by an emergency vehicle sounding a siren?
What is a good idea when driving at night?
What is a good idea when driving at night?
If you are pulling a trailer, what must you ensure?
If you are pulling a trailer, what must you ensure?
When approaching a railway crossing, what should you watch for?
When approaching a railway crossing, what should you watch for?
A slow moving vehicle sign must be displayed on which vehicles?
A slow moving vehicle sign must be displayed on which vehicles?
What is the minimum amount of time to complete the Graduated Driver Licensing program?
What is the minimum amount of time to complete the Graduated Driver Licensing program?
When arriving at an uncontrolled intersection or four-way stop at the same time as another car, which car should proceed first?
When arriving at an uncontrolled intersection or four-way stop at the same time as another car, which car should proceed first?
During which times are you required by law to use your headlights?
During which times are you required by law to use your headlights?
Fatigue can be caused by which factors?
Fatigue can be caused by which factors?
What is said to be in your blind spot?
What is said to be in your blind spot?
When exiting from a highway, when should you start to slow down?
When exiting from a highway, when should you start to slow down?
You must dim your high beam lights within ___________ of oncoming vehicles.
You must dim your high beam lights within ___________ of oncoming vehicles.
A school zone sign indicates the provincial time (unless otherwise posted) is?
A school zone sign indicates the provincial time (unless otherwise posted) is?
What is the maximum speed allowed when entering a playground zone while times are in effect?
What is the maximum speed allowed when entering a playground zone while times are in effect?
What hours are considered nighttime for driving purposes?
What hours are considered nighttime for driving purposes?
What are some things to watch for on the sides of the road?
What are some things to watch for on the sides of the road?
Unless prohibited by a sign, can you make a right turn on a red light after you come to a full stop?
Unless prohibited by a sign, can you make a right turn on a red light after you come to a full stop?
Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit for a primary highway located outside an urban area?
Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit for a primary highway located outside an urban area?
What clues might indicate that you are approaching a stale green light?
What clues might indicate that you are approaching a stale green light?
When there is a solid white line to the left of your vehicle, what does it mean?
When there is a solid white line to the left of your vehicle, what does it mean?
How far back are you required to stop from railroad tracks?
How far back are you required to stop from railroad tracks?
What legal documents are all drivers required to have with them while driving?
What legal documents are all drivers required to have with them while driving?
What speed must motorists slow to when passing emergency vehicles or tow trucks that are stopped with their lights flashing?
What speed must motorists slow to when passing emergency vehicles or tow trucks that are stopped with their lights flashing?
Why should you be cautious of large vehicles backing?
Why should you be cautious of large vehicles backing?
What are uncontrolled intersections?
What are uncontrolled intersections?
Why is overdriving your headlights at night dangerous?
Why is overdriving your headlights at night dangerous?
Other than cases of necessity, who is permitted to use the shoulder of a highway?
Other than cases of necessity, who is permitted to use the shoulder of a highway?
Which of the following is NOT a condition for probationary (Class 5) drivers in the Graduated Driver Licensing program?
Which of the following is NOT a condition for probationary (Class 5) drivers in the Graduated Driver Licensing program?
Why should you shoulder check to the right when making a right turn?
Why should you shoulder check to the right when making a right turn?
What should you use when driving in heavy fog?
What should you use when driving in heavy fog?
When parallel parking, how close should you be to the curb?
When parallel parking, how close should you be to the curb?
Why shouldn't drivers follow bicycle riders too closely?
Why shouldn't drivers follow bicycle riders too closely?
On a multi-lane highway, where should slow-moving traffic travel?
On a multi-lane highway, where should slow-moving traffic travel?
What do solid white lines indicate?
What do solid white lines indicate?
If you are stranded in snow in your vehicle, what should you do?
If you are stranded in snow in your vehicle, what should you do?
When parking uphill on the right side of the street with a curb, which way should your front wheels be turned?
When parking uphill on the right side of the street with a curb, which way should your front wheels be turned?
What should you do when driving at night?
What should you do when driving at night?
What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line indicate?
What does a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line indicate?
Why should you be cautious of large vehicles backing?
Why should you be cautious of large vehicles backing?
When driving safely at night, what must you do?
When driving safely at night, what must you do?
What should you do when you hear an emergency vehicle siren while driving on a two-way road?
What should you do when you hear an emergency vehicle siren while driving on a two-way road?
How far away from a stop sign or crosswalk are you required to park?
How far away from a stop sign or crosswalk are you required to park?
When towing a trailer on a public road, what is illegal to transport in the trailer?
When towing a trailer on a public road, what is illegal to transport in the trailer?
Study Notes
Car Breakdown Procedures
- Signal and pull over to the far right if your car breaks down on the freeway.
- Remain near the vehicle in a safe area and raise the hood.
Intersection Rules
- Keep front wheels pointed straight if you must stop in the intersection for a left turn.
- Yield right of way in intersections marked with a "yield" sign.
Braking Techniques
- Apply steady hard pressure when braking with anti-lock brakes.
Probationary Driver Requirements
- Must be 16 years or older, pass the road test, and hold a Learner's Licence for at least one year.
Blind Spot Awareness
- The best way to check for vehicles in your blind spot is to perform a shoulder check.
Wet Road Safety
- Be mindful of hydroplaning, loss of traction, and poor visibility on wet roads.
Traffic Sign Recognition
- A red octagon indicates a stop sign.
Passing Regulations
- It is illegal to use the shoulder of a highway to pass on the right.
Emergency Vehicle Protocol
- Always yield the right-of-way to emergency vehicles with flashing lights and sirens.
School Bus Regulations
- Do not pass a school bus displaying flashing red lights in either direction until the lights stop.
Night Driving Tips
- Glance at the right edge of the road to minimize glare from oncoming headlights.
Trailer Requirements
- Ensure all taillights, brake lights, and turn signals are functioning when towing a trailer.
Railway Crossing Precautions
- Watch for warning lights and stop for vehicles required to halt at railway crossings.
Slow Moving Vehicle Sign
- Vehicles unable to maintain speeds over 40 km/h must display a slow-moving vehicle sign.
GDL Program Duration
- The minimum time to complete the Graduated Driver Licensing program is three years.
Right-of-Way at Intersections
- At a four-way stop, the vehicle to the right has the right-of-way.
Headlight Usage Laws
- Headlights are required at all times, specifically between sunset and sunrise, and when visibility is under 150 meters.
Fatigue Factors
- Fatigue may arise from physical activity, emotional stress, or lack of rest.
Blind Spot Definition
- Areas not visible in rear and side-view mirrors are referred to as blind spots.
Highway Exit Procedures
- Slow down after entering the deceleration lane when exiting the highway.
Headlight Distance Requirement
- Dim high beam lights within 300 meters of oncoming vehicles.
School Zone Speed Regulations
- Maximum speed in school zones is set between designated hours on school days.
Playground Zone Speed Limit
- The maximum speed allowed in playground zones is 30 km/h when signs indicate it is in effect.
Nighttime Driving Definition
- Nighttime driving is defined as the period between one hour before sunset and one hour after sunrise.
Roadside Hazards
- Be alert for pedestrians, children playing, or individuals with visual impairments along the road.
Right Turn Regulations
- You can turn right on a red light after coming to a full stop, unless otherwise prohibited.
Primary Highway Speed Limit
- Unless posted otherwise, the speed limit on primary highways outside urban areas is 100 km/h.
Stale Green Light Indicators
- A flashing orange hand indicates that you may be approaching a stale green light.
Solid White Line Implications
- A solid white line indicates that lane changing is not permitted.
Railroad Track Stopping Distance
- Stop at least 5 meters from railroad tracks.
Required Driving Documents
- Drivers must carry their driver's license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration while driving.
Passing Emergency Vehicles
- Slow down to 60 km/h when passing emergency vehicles or tow trucks that are stopped with flashing lights.
Caution with Large Vehicles
- Large vehicles have significant blind zones and inefficient braking capability.
Uncontrolled Intersection Definition
- Uncontrolled intersections lack traffic signs and signals.
Headlight Limitations
- Overdriving headlights is dangerous as it affects stopping distance in the dark.
Shoulder Usage Restrictions
- Only pedestrians and bicycles are permitted to use the shoulder of the highway.
Probationary Driver Conditions
- Probationary drivers are not allowed to drive from midnight to 5 AM.
Right Turn Shoulder Check
- Shoulder check to the right when making a right turn to ensure no road user is adjacent.
Fog Driving Precautions
- Utilize low-beam headlights when driving in heavy fog.
Parallel Parking Regulations
- Ensure your vehicle is within 50 cm of the curb when parallel parking.
Cycling Safety Considerations
- Maintain distance when following bicycles as they lack brake lights.
Multi-lane Highway Protocol
- Slow-moving traffic should stay in the far right lane.
Solid Yellow Line Rules
- Passing is not allowed if a solid yellow line is on your side of the road.
Safety Protocol for Snow Stranding
- Only run the engine for five minutes per hour to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning if stranded in snow.
Uphill Parking Techniques
- When parking uphill on the right side, turn the front wheels to the left.
Maintaining Distance for Night Driving
- Drive at a speed that allows stopping within the distance illuminated by headlights.
Emergency Vehicle Procedures
- Move to the right curb and stop until emergency vehicles have passed when you hear sirens.
Bridging Headlight Gap
- Maintain at least a 2-second gap from the vehicle ahead under good road and traffic conditions.
Dealing with Tailgating
- If being tailgated, consider moving to another lane or pulling over to allow the tailgater to pass.
Required Parking Distance from Crosswalks
- Park at least 5 meters away from a stop sign or crosswalk.
Trailer Transport Restrictions
- It is illegal to transport passengers in a trailer on public roads.
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