Class 7 Speed Limits and Zones Alberta 4 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What speed should you drive when approaching a crosswalk with pedestrians waiting in Alberta?
- The posted speed limit, as pedestrians must wait
- A reduced speed that allows you to stop safely for pedestrians (Correct answer)
- 30 km/h at all crosswalks
- Speed up to clear the crosswalk before the pedestrian steps out
Correct answer: A reduced speed that allows you to stop safely for pedestrians
You must reduce your speed when approaching crosswalks so you can stop safely if pedestrians are crossing or waiting to cross. Pedestrians have the right of way at crosswalks.
Question 2: In Alberta, a road has both a school zone sign and a playground zone sign in the same area. Which speed limit applies?
- The school zone limit only
- The playground zone limit only
- Whichever speed limit is lowest and currently in effect (Correct answer)
- The limits cancel each other out and the default limit applies
Correct answer: Whichever speed limit is lowest and currently in effect
When both zones overlap, the speed limit that is currently in effect and is lowest applies. Since playground zones have longer hours of enforcement, they often govern when school zone hours have ended.
Question 3: What is the penalty range for speeding in Alberta?
- A flat $100 fine for all speeding
- $78 to over $2,000 depending on how much over the limit you were (Correct answer)
- Only demerit points, no fine
- A mandatory court appearance for any speeding
Correct answer: $78 to over $2,000 depending on how much over the limit you were
Alberta speeding fines are graduated based on how far over the limit you were driving. Minor infractions start around $78, while excessive speeding can result in fines over $2,000 plus possible licence suspension.
Question 4: In Alberta, can photo radar be used to enforce speed limits?
- No, photo radar is banned in Alberta
- Yes, municipalities can use photo radar for speed enforcement (Correct answer)
- Only on highways, not in cities
- Only in school and playground zones
Correct answer: Yes, municipalities can use photo radar for speed enforcement
Alberta municipalities are permitted to use photo radar for speed enforcement. Photo radar is commonly used in school zones, playground zones, construction zones, and other high-risk areas.
Question 5: What is the speed limit when driving through a parking lot in Alberta?
- The posted lot speed, typically 15–20 km/h, or a safe and reasonable speed (Correct answer)
- 50 km/h since it is still a roadway
- 30 km/h at all times
- There are no speed limits in parking lots
Correct answer: The posted lot speed, typically 15–20 km/h, or a safe and reasonable speed
While private parking lots may have posted speed limits (typically 15–20 km/h), drivers must always travel at a safe and reasonable speed. Pedestrians have the right of way in parking lots.
Question 6: How many demerit points can you receive for excessive speeding (more than 50 km/h over the limit) in Alberta?
- 2 demerit points
- 4 demerit points
- 6 demerit points (Correct answer)
- Automatic licence suspension, no demerit points
Correct answer: 6 demerit points
Speeding more than 50 km/h over the posted limit in Alberta can result in 6 demerit points, a substantial fine, and potentially having your vehicle seized and licence suspended.
Class 7 Speed Limits and Zones Alberta 4
What speed should you drive when approaching a crosswalk with pedestrians waiting in Alberta?