AMA Learner's License Basic Flashcards
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In Alberta, what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level results in an immediate licence suspension for a fully licensed driver?
Answer: 0.08
A BAC of 0.08 or higher results in a criminal charge and immediate roadside suspension in Alberta.
What does a diamond-shaped orange sign with black text indicate?
Answer: A construction or maintenance zone warning
Orange diamond signs are used exclusively in construction and maintenance zones to warn drivers of work-area hazards.
When turning left from a one-way street onto another one-way street, from which lane should you turn?
Answer: The leftmost lane
When turning left on one-way streets, begin from the leftmost lane and complete the turn into the leftmost lane of the new street.
How far from a fire hydrant must you park in Alberta?
Answer: 5 metres
Alberta's Traffic Safety Act prohibits parking within 5 metres of a fire hydrant.
What should you do if an emergency vehicle with sirens and lights is approaching from behind while you are driving?
Answer: Pull over to the right side and stop
You must pull to the right side of the road and stop to allow emergency vehicles to pass.
What is the purpose of a deceleration lane (also called an exit ramp lane)?
Answer: To allow drivers to slow down after leaving the main highway
A deceleration lane lets you reduce speed safely after leaving the main highway without disrupting traffic behind you.
In Alberta, a Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) learner must be accompanied by a supervisor who has held a valid Class 5 licence for at least how many years?
Answer: 3 years
Alberta's GDL rules require the accompanying supervisor to have held a Class 5 licence for a minimum of 3 years.