Mixed Deck — All ALBERTA MOTOR ASSOCIATION Topics Flashcards

What should you do when making a U-turn?

Answer: Yield to all oncoming traffic and pedestrians before completing the turn

Before and during a U-turn, you must yield to all oncoming vehicles and pedestrians since you will be crossing their path.

What does the 'basic speed rule' mean in Alberta?

Answer: Drive at a speed that is safe for current road and weather conditions, regardless of the posted limit

The basic speed rule means you must drive at a safe speed for conditions — even if conditions make the posted limit unsafe.

What can you do to lessen possible collision with an animal?

Answer: Both B and C

To lessen the risk of collision with an animal, it's crucial to be aware and cautious. Paying attention to animal crossing signs alerts you to areas where animals are frequently present. Additionally, taking extra precautions at dawn and dusk is important, as many animals are most active during these low-light periods, making them harder to spot.

On a two-lane roundabout or traffic circle, if you intend to go past the first exit, where should you enter?

Answer: The left lane

In a two-lane roundabout or traffic circle, if you intend to go past the first exit (e.g., taking the second, third, or subsequent exit), you should generally enter the left lane. This positioning allows you to navigate the roundabout more smoothly and safely to your desired exit, while the right lane is typically used for exiting at the first available exit.

Under Alberta's GDL program, what restriction applies to a learner driver regarding passengers?

Answer: A qualified supervisor must be in the front passenger seat at all times

A GDL learner must always have a qualified supervisor seated in the front passenger seat when operating a vehicle.

In the event that your car begins to slide and lose traction, what should you do?

Answer: You should steer your car in the direction you want it to go.

When your car begins to slide and lose traction (skid), the correct and safest action is to steer gently in the direction you want the front of the car to go. This technique, known as 'steering into the skid,' helps to regain control by aligning the wheels with the direction of travel, allowing the tires to regain grip. Avoid sudden braking or accelerating, as these actions can worsen the skid.

What does a yellow-painted curb typically indicate?

Answer: No parking or stopping

A yellow curb marks a no-parking and no-stopping zone, often near schools, fire stations, or intersections.

U-turns are generally prohibited in Alberta when:

Answer: They would interrupt or endanger other traffic

A U-turn is illegal whenever it creates a hazard or unreasonably interrupts the flow of traffic, regardless of posted signs.

What does a T-intersection sign warn drivers about?

Answer: The road you are on ends ahead at a cross street

The T-intersection sign warns that the road you are traveling on ends and you must turn left or right.

If you are involved in a collision where another vehicle is unattended and you cannot locate the owner, what must you do?

Answer: Leave a note with your name and contact information and report the collision to police

You are legally required to leave your contact information and report the collision to police when you cannot find the owner of the damaged vehicle.

What should you do when you arrive at the traffic circle

Answer: All of the above.

When approaching and entering a traffic circle (roundabout), it's essential to follow several rules for safety and smooth traffic flow. You must slow down as you approach, yield to any traffic already circulating within the circle, and also yield to pedestrians who may be crossing. Adhering to all these steps ensures a safe passage through the intersection.

What is the maximum posted speed limit on most Alberta highways?

Answer: 110 km/h

Most Alberta provincial highways have a maximum speed limit of 110 km/h.

What is the default speed limit in Alberta urban areas unless otherwise posted?

Answer: 50 km/h

Alberta's default speed limit within urban areas is 50 km/h unless a different limit is posted.

What does a roadside box with an "X" in it mean?

Answer: Parking is prohibited because nearby traffic needs to turn in that area.

A roadside box with an 'X' in it, often marked on the pavement or indicated by a sign, signifies an area where parking is strictly prohibited. This designation is typically used at intersections or specific locations where vehicles require clear space to make turns, ensuring unobstructed movement for turning traffic and enhancing road safety.

Who qualifies as a supervising driver for a Class 7 learner in Alberta?

Answer: Any fully licensed driver who is at least 18 years old and seated in the front passenger seat

A supervisor must be fully licensed (not GDL), at least 18 years old, and seated beside the learner in the front passenger seat.

In Alberta, what is the speed limit in a school zone during posted hours unless otherwise indicated?

Answer: 30 km/h

The standard school zone speed limit in Alberta is 30 km/h during the hours posted on the school zone sign.

Double parking — stopping your vehicle alongside a car already parked at the curb — is:

Answer: Always prohibited on public roads

Double parking blocks a travel lane and is illegal on public roads in Alberta regardless of how briefly you stop.

Under Alberta's distracted driving law, which of the following is permitted while driving?

Answer: Using a hands-free mounted GPS device

Hands-free devices that are mounted and do not require manual operation are permitted under Alberta's distracted driving law.

What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign indicate?

Answer: A warning of a hazard or change ahead

Yellow diamond signs are warning signs that alert drivers to potential hazards or changes in road conditions ahead.

When changing lanes on a highway, in what order should you perform your checks?

Answer: Signal, mirror check, blind-spot check, move

The correct sequence is signal first, check mirrors, check blind spot, then change lanes.