AMA learners test
Every driver must carry third party liability insurance of no less than what amount of money
$200,000
where to park
anywhere else besides what was mentioned before
what is the main cause for skidding
driving to fast and therefore losing traction
Demerit point system
system of points for failing to obey the rules of driving and traffic
Demerit point penalties
•7 points - not remaining at a collision scene •6 points- doing the stuff that the people in fast and furious do and failing to stop for a school bus. •5 points- failing to stop a t railways and for school buses -carrying illegal stuff -failing to stop for a police officer •4 points - failing to yield the right of way to a pedestrian -following to closely -speeding (exceeding limit by 31km to 50) •3 points - not following yellow line rules -driving in the wrong direction -not reporting a collision.not stopping at a controlled intersection by either stop sign or red light -obstructing passing vehicle and improper passing -stunting and speeding (exceeding limit by 16km-30km) •2 points- ignoring traffic control device -improper backing -improper turns and improper u turns -traffic lane violation Speeding(exceeding 15km)
Classes and what vehicles they can operate
Class 1;Professional- any motor vehicle other than a motorcycle unless as a learner Class 2;Professional(bus)-any motor vehicle that the holder of a Class 3, 4 or 5 driver's license is allowed to drive, a bus and a Class 1 or 6 vehicle as a learner. Class 3;Professional(3 axles or more)- any vehicle with 3 or more axles, class 5 vehicles, class 2 or 4 without passengers, class 1,2 or 5 as a learner Class 4;Professional(ambulance,taxi)-all motor vehicles includa taxi, ambulance or bus(must seat less than 25 people), vehicles under Class 5, a Class 1, 2, 3 or 6 vehicle as a learner Class 5 Full, Class 5-GDL-2 axle, car, light truck, motor home, or moped Class 6- motorcycle or moped Class 7(learners)- class 5 vehicles
How to turn from a two way onto another two way
Turn from the lane nearest and to the right of the yellow line. Turn into the lane nearest and to the right of the yellow line.
What to do when turning right from a two way to another two way
-Stay centered and no more than 1m from the curb -when there is an obstruction on the lane you are turning into that is less than 1/2 of a block away then turn into the next available lane -when the obstruction is more than at least 1/2 a block away than turn into the closest lane to the right then pass the vehicle and do whatever.
Emergency vehicles
-always have the right of way -emergency parking on highways is reserved for emergency vehicles -if you hear the ambulance sirens pull over to the curb to your right and stop proceed when the ambulance is gone
Ignition interlock program
-for driver to get back lost driving privileges related to impaired driving -mandatory for alcohol related criminal code convictions. -first offence is convicted for driving while exceeding the limit for BAC -for drivers who refuse to give bodily fluid samples -Alberta transportation must approve your participation -must pay for all costs for installation and maintenance of approved ignition interlock device
GDL(Graduated drivers licensing program)
-minimum of 3 years to complete to complete both learners and probationary program -3 stages[{stage 1 learners(class7)- must be at least 14} {stage 2 GDL probationary(class 5 GDL)- must be at least 16 and have held a class 7 learners license for at least 1 year}{stage 3 full non GDL drivers license(Class 5)}
What should you check for while walking around your vehicle before entering it
-pedestrians -oncoming traffic - children
what is the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration(BAC)?
0.08g or 80mg or 0.00008kg :)
how far away must you stop from a bus with flashing red lights weather or not you are on the same side as it
20m(if on a roadway with a median driver/s on the left of the median may proceed with caution) if it has alternating amber lights flashing pass it cautiously
The law requires that the wheels of a parked vehicle are within what maximum distance from the curb?
50cm
When should you be in your proper turning lane
At least 15m before the intersection
What lane should you drive in?
The left lane is for turning left and going fast.The right lane is going a little bit slower and turning right and leaving/entering the roadway . The center lane is for travelling at normal speed and for the smoothest travel
When should you signal?
When changing lanes, turning and moving from the curb or parking lane
Two way onto a one way
When it is legal and dafe to do so turn from the lane nearest to the yellow line. Turn into the first available lane on the left
Threshold braking means...?
You are trying to use all the braking force available without locking the wheels
Where not to park (urban areas)
on a sidewalk or boulevard • on a crosswalk or on any part of a crosswalk • within an intersection • within 1.5 metres (5 feet) of access to a garage, private roadway or driveway • alongside or opposite any street construction or obstruction when stopping or parking would obstruct traffic • on a bridge or underpass or the approaches to a bridge or underpass • where a traffic control device prohibits stopping or parking within five metres of a stop sign or yield sign • within five metres (16 feet) of the nearest side of a marked crosswalk • within five metres (16 feet) of a fire hydrant. When the hydrant is not located at the curb, do not park within five metres of the point on the curb nearest the hydrant. • beside other vehicles where you may be double-parked • closer than five metres (16 feet) of the edge of the intersecting roadway, except where there is an indication that parking is permitted, such as with a parking meter • at or near the site of a fire, explosion, motor vehicle crash or other incident, where parking would obstruct traffic or emergency response personnel and equipment
Where not to park(rural areas)
on the roadway, parking lane or shoulder of a primary highway except where: · your vehicle is incapable of moving under its own power, · an emergency arises, or · it is permitted by law unless there is a clear passage for other motor vehicles, and • your vehicle can be seen for 60 meters (200 feet) along the roadway in both directions
how to park uphill and downhill with and without a curb
parking downhill with a curb-right parking uphill with a curb-left parking downhill without a curb-right parking uphillwithout a curb-right
what do flashing amber and red lights mean
that a snowplow is ahead of you( even when you can pass a snow plow it is safer not to, you should keep your distance from the snowplow so that you are not in any danger, every 8-12km it will pull over to allow drivers to pass)