Alberta Class 7 Test (Canadian Learner Driver Knowledge Tests) flashcards

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Alberta default urban speed limit

In Alberta, the default maximum speed in an urban area is 50 km/h unless a sign posts a different limit.

Playground zone speed and hours

Alberta playground zones are 30 km/h and apply from 8:30 a.m. until one hour after sunset every day, unless otherwise posted.

School zone speed limit

Alberta school zones are 30 km/h and are in effect only during the times shown on the zone signs, typically on school days.

Class 7 learner age

An Alberta Class 7 learner's licence can be obtained at age 14 or older, and the learner must be accompanied by a fully licensed driver aged 18 or over.

Class 7 learner night restriction

Alberta Class 7 learners may not drive between midnight and 5 a.m. as part of their probationary conditions.

Zero alcohol tolerance for GDL

Alberta GDL drivers, including Class 7 learners and Class 5 probationary drivers, must have zero blood-alcohol content while driving.

Class 7 learner duration

The Alberta Class 7 learner stage must be held for at least 12 months before the driver may attempt the Class 5 GDL road test.

Class 5 GDL probationary duration

Alberta's Class 5 GDL probationary stage lasts a minimum of 24 months, and the driver must remain suspension-free in the final 12 months to exit.

Demerit suspension threshold

A fully licensed Alberta driver is suspended at 15 demerit points in two years; a GDL driver faces review at 8 demerits.

Child restraint requirement

In Alberta, children under 6 years old and under 18 kg must be secured in an appropriate child safety seat while riding in a vehicle.

Seat belt law

Alberta law requires every vehicle occupant to wear a seat belt where one is provided, and the driver is responsible for passengers under 16.

Following too closely charge

Alberta's traffic laws prohibit following another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, and a conviction carries demerit points.

Uncontrolled intersection rule

At an intersection with no signs or signals, the driver must yield to the vehicle approaching from the right.

Four-way stop order

At a four-way stop, the first vehicle to stop proceeds first; if two arrive together, the vehicle on the right goes first.

Left turn right-of-way

A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic going straight or turning right, and to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

Two-second following rule

Maintain at least two seconds of distance behind the vehicle ahead in ideal conditions, adding more time in rain, darkness, or poor visibility.

School bus red lights

When a school bus displays flashing red lights and its stop arm, traffic in both directions must stop until the lights stop flashing.

Emergency vehicle response

When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren, pull to the right and stop; do not follow closer than 150 m behind it.

Solid yellow line meaning

A solid yellow line marks a no-passing zone for traffic in your direction; you may not cross it to overtake another vehicle.

Highway merging rule

A driver entering a highway must yield to traffic already on it and use the acceleration lane to match the highway speed.

Uphill parking with curb

When parking uphill next to a curb, turn the front wheels away from the curb so the vehicle rolls back into the curb if it moves.

Downhill parking with curb

When parking downhill next to a curb, turn the front wheels toward the curb so the vehicle rolls into the curb if it moves.

Parking without a curb

On a hill with no curb, turn the front wheels toward the edge of the road so the vehicle rolls away from traffic.

Passing prohibited locations

Passing is not allowed on a solid yellow line, at intersections, on shoulders, or within 30 m of a railway crossing or bridge.

Pedestrian crosswalk rule

Drivers must yield to pedestrians at marked and unmarked crosswalks, and must not pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.

Railway crossing rule

At a railway crossing with flashing lights, gates, or a stop sign, stop and do not proceed until the signals stop and the track is clear.

Right turn on red

In Alberta, a right turn on a red light is permitted after coming to a full stop, unless a sign prohibits it, and only after yielding.

Lane change procedure

Before changing lanes, check mirrors, signal, check the blind spot, and proceed only when the lane is clear and the move is safe.

Hydroplaning response

If the vehicle hydroplanes on wet pavement, ease off the accelerator and avoid hard braking or steering until tire contact returns.

Skid recovery rule

In a skid, look and steer where you want to go and ease off the accelerator; avoid hard braking that can worsen the skid.

Headlights at night

Headlights are required from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise and whenever visibility is reduced by weather or darkness.

Sharing road with cyclists

Drivers must leave a safe distance when passing cyclists and yield to cyclists in bike lanes before turning across their path.