Class 7 Test
Class 7 Test
1. Unless otherwise posted, what is the basic speed limit outside a city, town or village on
a primary highway?
a. 100 km/h
b. 90 km/h
c. 110 km/h
d. 80 km/h
3. When approaching an intersection and facing a traffic control light that is showing a
green right-turn arrow and a red light, a driver:
a. Must stop and wait for a green light before turning in the direction of the arrow
b. May go straight through the intersection without stopping
c. May proceed when safe, without stopping, in the direction of the arrow
d. May turn left without stopping
4. Alberta has a demerit point system where a fully licenced (non-learner, non-
probationary) driver is suspended when they accumulate:
a. 15 points
b. 8 points
c. 5 points
d. 12 points
8. A single solid white line between driving lanes in an urban area means:
a. It is a line separating traffic travelling in opposite directions
b. Traffic on the right is moving faster than traffic on the left
c. Lane changing is not permitted
d. Lane change is permitted
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11. This sign indicates:
a. Off-road facilities ahead
b. Slippery when wet
c. Uneven pavement
d. Detour ahead
13. 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?
a. Yes, provided the person is still under the age of 18 and is not self-supporting or
married
b. Yes, provided that both parents verbally agree to withdraw the consent at a registry
office
c. No, once it is given it remains in effect until the person reaches 18 years of age
d. No, but another consent form must be signed by both parents after a licence
suspension
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16. Under the Graduated Driver Licensing program, a driver will receive 2 demerits:
a. For having more passengers than there are seat belts
b. For not wearing a seat belt securely fastened
c. For not wearing a seat belt
d. For not wearing a seat belt properly adjusted
17. Using the 2-second rule to judge a safe following distance when driving:
a. Is more accurate on rural highways than in urban centres
b. Is not accurate at speeds greater than 100 km/h
c. Is accurate at any speed
d. Is not accurate at speeds lower than 30 km/h
21. According to the law in Alberta, it is the driver’s responsibility to ensure that all
passengers under what age are properly restrained in the vehicle?
a. 18 years
b. 24 years
c. 21 years
d. 16 years
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22. When parallel parking, the vehicle’s wheels closest to the curb must be within what
maximum distance?
a. 80 centimetres from the curb
b. 30 centimetres from the curb
c. 10 centimetres from the curb
d. 50 centimetres from the curb
23. Who is responsible and legally obligated to report any medical condition, change in
health, or physical disability that may affect a driver’s ability to drive
a. The driver’s employer
b. The driver
c. The driver’s doctor
d. The driver’s insurance company
26. Under the Graduated Driver Licensing program, what is the minimum amount of time
that a person must serve as a probationary Class 5 driver?
a. 6 months
b. 18 months
c. 2 years
d. 1 year
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27. A large “X” painted on the pavement indicates:
a. Construction ahead
b. The traffic lane is ending
c. Railway crossing ahead
d. Wild animal crossing ahead
28. A driver is required to report all collisions to the police when persons have been injured
or killed, or when combined damage to all vehicles or property is more than:
a. $750
b. $1000
c. $250
d. $500
30. If another vehicle is following too close, what should a driver do?
a. Slow down gradually and encourage the other vehicle to pass
b. Press hard on the brake pedal
c. Increase speed to 10 km/h above the posted speed limit
d. Activate the four-way flashers
32. A “slow-moving vehicle” sign must be displayed on the rear of any vehicle that
normally travels at speeds less than:
a. 50 km/h
b. 40 km/h
c. 70 km/h
d. 60 km/h
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33. A driver attempting to turn left at a steady green traffic light:
a. Has the right-of-way over oncoming traffic
b. Must stop before the pedestrian crosswalk line, then proceed
c. Has the right-of-way over pedestrians
d. Must not cross the path of an approaching vehicle unless it is safe
36. Is a driver allowed to exceed the speed limit when passing another vehicle?
a. Only when passing more than one vehicle at a time
b. Yes, but not more than 10 km/h over the speed limit
c. Yes, on primary highways only
d. No, it is never permitted
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38. The speed limit in a construction zone must be obeyed:
a. Only during daylight hours
b. Only when a flag person is posted nearby
c. At all times
d. Only when construction workers are present
39. In a vehicle that does not have anti-lock brakes, threshold braking refers to:
a. Applying an even braking force to the point just before the wheels lock, and easing off
slightly if the wheels lock
b. Pumping the brake pedal repeatedly until the vehicle comes to a stop
c. Releasing pressure on the brake pedal, then reapplying pressure until the wheels lock
d. Applying enough force to the brake pedal to lock the wheels and keep them locked
40. When a driver’s vehicle is approached by an emergency vehicle sounding a siren, from
any direction on a two-way road, the driver must:
a. Continue at a reduced speed and allow sufficient space for the emergency vehicle to
pass
b. Turn on their four-way hazard lights
c. Stop only when the emergency vehicle has difficulty in passing
d. Drive as close as possible to the right curb or edge of the road and stop
41. The recommended braking procedure to bring a vehicle to a normal, smooth stop is:
a. Continually increase brake pressure until the wheels lock
b. Shift the vehicle into neutral and apply steady pressure to the brake pedal until the
vehicle comes to a stop
c. Pump the brake pedal smoothly until the vehicle stops
d. Apply brake pressure, ease off slightly just before the vehicle stops, then re-apply
sufficient pressure to stop
42. In Alberta, the law requires that seat belts must be worn:
a. Only while carrying passengers
b. Properly at all times
c. Only when driving at highway speeds
d. Only when driving in the city
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43. This sign indicates:
a. Heavy trucks only
b. Do not pass
c. No vehicles allowed
d. Do not enter
46. When turning left from a two-way road onto a one-way road, what lane should the
vehicle enter?
a. The lane immediately to the right of centre
b. The lane nearest the curb on the left side of the one-way road
c. The centre lane of the one-way road
d. The right lane of the one-way road
47. When two vehicles approach an uncontrolled “T” intersection at right angles to each
other at approximately the same time:
a. The vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way
b. The vehicle on the left has the right-of-way
c. The vehicle going straight through always has the right-of-way
d. Both vehicles must stop
48. Unless otherwise permitted, what lane must a driver be in to turn left from a one-way road?
a. The lane to the right of centre
b. The left lane nearest the left curb
c. The lane closes to the right curb
d. The centre lane
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49. Which statement describes the steps required to reverse in a straight line?
a. Keep both hands on the steering wheel and constantly use the inside rear-view mirror
for guidance
b. Place the right hand at the top of the steering wheel, look over the left shoulder and
use the outside left rear-view mirror
c. Place the left hand at the top of the steering wheel and look over the right shoulder
through the rear window
d. Place the left hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and use both outside mirrors
52. Under the Graduated Driver Licensing program, a learner with a Class 7 licence is not
permitted to drive a vehicle between the hours of:
a. 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M.
b. Midnight and 5:00 A.M.
c. 10:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M.
d. Midnight and 7:00 A.M.
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54. Unless otherwise posted, the school zone speed limits are in effect on school days
during the following hours:
a. 8:30 A.M. to 1 hour after sunset
b. 8:00 A.M. to 9:30 A.M., 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. and 3:00 P.M. to 4:30 P.M.
c. 8:30 A.M. to 9:30 A.M., 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. and 3:30 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
d. 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
56. When driving in the right lane on a highway, what should a driver do if another vehicle
attempts to merge from an acceleration lane on the right?
a. Stop to allow the other vehicle in
b. Accelerate to close any gap in the traffic flow
c. Move into the left lane if it is safe to do so, or be prepared to adjust speed
d. Insist that the other vehicle yield the right-of-way
57. Which direction should a vehicle’s front wheels be turned when parked uphill on a
two-way road with a curb?
a. Parallel to the curb
b. To the left
c. To the right
d. Straight ahead
58. When approaching the rear of a stopped school bus that has its alternately flashing red
lights activated, a driver must:
a. Sound the horn to alert any pedestrians and pass at a slow rate of speed
b. Stop behind the bus and wait until the alternating red lights stop flashing
c. Move to the left lane, reduce speed to 30 km/h and pass cautiously
d. Stop behind the bus, look carefully for pedestrians and, if clear, drive past the bus
slowly
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59. When travelling in urban areas, drivers should scan the road approximately:
a. 25 to 30 seconds ahead
b. 12 to 15 seconds ahead
c. 20 to 30 seconds ahead
d. 1 to 6 seconds ahead
62. Before leaving a parallel parking space on the right side of a road:
a. Turn on the right signal
b. Shoulder check to the left
c. Shoulder check to the right
d. Use an arm signal straight out and up
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65. This sign indicates:
a. “T” intersection
b. Winding road ahead
c. Merging traffic
d. Road narrows to the right
66. According to the Basic Licence Driver’s Handbook, most skids are the result of:
a. Bad brakes
b. Icy roads
c. Bad tires
d. Driver error
67. How close can a driver legally park a vehicle to a Stop sign?
a. 10 metres
b. 5 metres
c. 3 metres
d. 1.5 metres
69. At what minimum distance must headlights be dimmed at night when approaching
another vehicle from behind?
a. 60 metres
b. 300 metres
c. 150 metres
d. 100 metres
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71. This sign indicates:
a. Through lane only
b. Passing permitted
c. No turns permitted
d. Two-way traffic
72. Under the Graduated Driver Licensing program, a learner with a Class 7 operator’s
license is suspended when they accumulate:
a. 15 demerits
b. 12 demerits
c. 8 demerits
d. 7 demerits
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76. When facing a Merge sign a driver should:
a. Stop at the entrance to the other highway and wait until a gap in traffic occurs before
proceeding
b. Watch for a gap in traffic on the highway they are entering, adjust to highway speed in
the acceleration lane and blend in smoothly
c. Stop and yield the right-of-way to traffic already on the highway
d. Reduce speed and proceed with caution
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81. When a vehicle is stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the road, other vehicles that
are approaching from the rear:
a. May pass the stopped vehicle if there is no oncoming traffic that may impede passing
safely
b. Must not pass the stopped vehicle. It is illegal
c. May pass the stopped vehicle when eye contact is made with the pedestrian and the
pedestrian stops
d. May pass the stopped vehicle when the pedestrian crossing signal has changed to
“Don’t Walk”
82. When a head restraint is raised to the proper position, the centre of the head restraint is:
a. Level with the top of the ears
b. Level with the top of the shoulders
c. Level with the neck
d. Level with the top of the head
84. When a “PASSING LANE AHEAD” sign is posted, the driver of a slower moving vehicle
should:
a. Use the right lane and reduce their speed to half the posted speed limit
b. Use the left lane only
c. Increase speed
d. Move into the right lane when safe
85. When approaching the rear of a school bus that is displaying alternating flashing amber
lights, a driver should:
a. Be prepared to stop as this is a warning that the alternating flashing red lights will
come on once the bus has stopped
b. Be prepared to stop as this could be a warning that there is a collision ahead and the traffic
flow has stopped
c. Stop immediately because the school bus is loading or unloading students
d. Use caution as the school bus is approaching a railroad crossing and is about to stop
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86. In the Basic Licence Driver’s Handbook, “nighttime” is defined as the period of time:
a. Beginning 1 hour before sunset and ending 1 hour after the following sunrise
b. Beginning at sunset and ending at the following sunrise
c. Between 7:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M.
d. Beginning 1 hour after sunset and ending 1 hour before the following sunrise
89. When approaching a railway crossing that has the flashing red light and bell activated:
a. Cross the tracks if the train is a minimum of 250 metres away
b. Reduce speed, check for trains, and then proceed across the tracks
c. Do not stop and do not change gears while crossing the tracks
d. Stop at least 5 metres from the nearest rail until the train has passed
90. The recommended method for travelling through a curve on a highway is:
a. Reduce speed before the curve, stay in the lane and gently accelerate after entering
the curve
b. Maintain speed before the curve, brake in the curve, look ahead and accelerate out of
the curve
c. Cover the brake pedal before the curve, counter-steer toward the outside of the lane
and accelerate when exiting
d. Accelerate before the curve, cover the brake pedal in the curve and accelerate after
leaving the curve
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91. This sign indicates:
a. Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and traffic
b. Dangerous goods vehicle placard: flammable gas
c. Slow moving vehicle
d. Warning, Yield sign ahead
92. Why is it not safe to pass a loaded log-haul truck that is turning?
a. The driver of the truck needs to fully concentrate on the turn and does not need the
added responsibility of a passing vehicle
b. Loaded log-haul trucks obey the 6-second rule for turns
c. A danger zone exists as the overhang of the logs from the tail end of the truck could
block all the lanes on a highway during the turn
d. It is illegal to do so
95. If the vehicle’s right tires travel off the paved portion of the roadway:
a. Apply the brakes and counter-steer to return to the paved portion of the roadway
b. Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel, ease off the gas pedal, and then gradually
return to the paved portion of the roadway
c. Accelerate slightly, then turn the steering wheel sharply to return to the paved
portion of the roadway
d. Move the vehicle completely off the paved portion, then steer back onto the paved
portion of the roadway
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96. The sign indicates:
a. A school zone
b. School crosswalk ahead
c. Playground zone
d. Pedestrian activated lights ahead
97. When completing an angle park, the vehicle’s front wheel must be within what
maximum distance from the nearest curb?
a. 100 cm
b. 50 cm
c. 25 cm
d. 75 cm
98. In an urban area, when a pedestrian is standing at a crosswalk with their arm raised at
approximately right angles to their body and pointing to the opposite curb, what does
this mean?
a. Drivers must stop and yield to the pedestrian
b. The pedestrian is visually impaired and needs assistance to cross the road
c. Drivers do not have to yield to the pedestrian until they step off the curb
d. Drivers should reduce speed to 20 km/h and be cautious when passing the pedestrian
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101. When approaching an intersection displaying a steady yellow traffic light:
a. Proceed since the light is about to turn green
b. Yield to vehicles on the right
c. Stop before the intersection unless the stop cannot be made in safety
d. Increase speed to clear the intersection
102. A solid yellow line together with a broken yellow line marked on the centre of a
highway means:
a. The road narrows ahead
b. If the solid line is on your side, passing is permitted
c. If the broken line is on your side, passing is not permitted
d. If the broken line is on your side, passing is permitted
103. At 9:00 A.M. on a school day, what is the maximum speed permitted in a school zone
in a rural area, unless otherwise posted?
a. 50 km/h
b. 20 km/h
c. 40 km/h
d. 30 km/h
104. On a two-lane highway, when passing other vehicles travelling in the same direction,
a driver:
a. Should pass on the left when safe
b. Should pass on the right when safe
c. Should always travel 30 km/h faster than the vehicle being passed
d. Should not pull out to pass until they are within 3 metres of the vehicle being passed
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106. What minimum distance from a fire hydrant must a vehicle be parked?
a. 3 metres
b. 4 metres
c. 2 metres
d. 5 metres
108. If a driver is being followed by a vehicle that is attempting to pass on a two-way road,
the driver should:
a. Stay in the lane and move to the left portion of the lane
b. Stay in the lane and move to the right portion of the lane
c. Turn on the left signal and stay in the lane
d. Turn on the right signal and drive in the parking lane
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