New Brunswick Learner Test flashcards
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- Right of way at 4-way stop
- The first vehicle to stop proceeds first. If two vehicles stop at the same moment, the one on the right goes first. Never assume; make eye contact and proceed only when safe.
- Default urban speed limit
- In cities, towns and villages the limit is 50 km/h unless a sign shows a different number. Lower posted limits in school and construction zones override this default.
- Default highway speed limit
- Outside built-up areas the limit is 80 km/h unless posted otherwise, and 100 km/h on the Trans-Canada Highway and designated freeways. Always obey a lower posted limit.
- School bus red lights
- When a school bus shows flashing red lights and its stop arm, traffic in both directions must stop until the lights stop flashing. On a divided highway, only traffic behind the bus must stop.
- Passing on a solid yellow
- A solid yellow line on your side of the centre line means no passing. Broken yellow permits passing when the way is clear. Never pass on curves, hills or in marked no-passing zones.
- Left turn obligation
- A driver turning left must yield to oncoming vehicles going straight or turning right, and to pedestrians in the crosswalk. Wait for a safe gap before completing the turn.
- Emergency vehicle response
- When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren, pull to the right and stop. If you are already in the intersection, clear it first, then stop until the vehicle passes.
- Octagon sign meaning
- An eight-sided sign always means STOP. Come to a complete stop behind the stop line or crosswalk, yield to traffic and pedestrians, then proceed only when it is safe.
- Inverted triangle sign meaning
- A downward-pointing triangle means YIELD. Slow down, be ready to stop, and give the right of way to traffic on the intersecting road before entering it.
- Diamond sign meaning
- Diamond-shaped signs are warnings about conditions ahead, such as curves, intersections or slippery pavement. Slow down and adjust your driving to the hazard shown.
- Orange sign meaning
- Orange signs mark construction, maintenance or temporary work zones. Reduce speed, watch for workers and equipment, and obey any flag person or temporary signal.
- Flashing red signal
- A flashing red light works like a stop sign: stop completely, yield to cross traffic and pedestrians, then proceed when the way is clear. All-way flashing red follows first-come order.
- Flashing yellow signal
- A flashing yellow light means proceed with caution. Slow down, check for crossing traffic or hazards, and continue only when you are sure the way is clear.
- Green arrow signal
- A green arrow gives a protected turn in the direction shown; oncoming traffic is stopped. Still yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk and confirm the intersection is clear.
- Railway crossbuck sign
- An X-shaped crossbuck marks a railway crossing. If lights flash or bells sound, stop and stay stopped until the signals end and you can see the track is clear.
- Solid white pavement line
- A solid white line marks the right edge of the roadway or separates lanes moving in the same direction. Crossing it is discouraged; a broken white line separates same-direction lanes and may be crossed.
- Two-second following rule
- Stay at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead in good conditions. Increase to three or more at night, in rain, on gravel, or when following a large vehicle that blocks your view.
- Zero alcohol for novices
- A novice (Class 7) driver must have zero alcohol in the blood; any amount leads to suspension. Impairment by alcohol, cannabis or other drugs is illegal for every driver.
- Seat belt responsibility
- The driver and all passengers must wear seat belts, and children must use an appropriate child restraint. The driver is responsible for passengers under 16 years of age.
- Hand-held device ban
- Using a hand-held phone or other device while driving is prohibited; only hands-free use is allowed. Novice drivers may not use any electronic device while driving.
- Driving in rain or snow
- Reduce speed, increase following distance, turn on headlights when visibility drops, and avoid cruise control on wet, icy or snowy surfaces to keep full control of the vehicle.
- Fatigue countermeasure
- Yawning, drifting and heavy eyelids signal fatigue. The only effective remedy is to stop and rest; fresh air, loud music and coffee do not restore lost alertness.
- Passing cyclists safely
- When passing a cyclist, leave at least one metre of space where practical and do not pass if you cannot do so safely. Check for cyclists before opening a car door.
- Large truck blind spots
- Large trucks have wide blind spots on both sides, directly behind and in front. Avoid lingering beside a truck and never pass on the right where the driver cannot see you.
- Graduated licensing stages
- New Brunswick drivers progress from Class 7 Level 1 (learner) to Class 7 Level 2 (novice), then to Class 5 after meeting required time and driving-conduct conditions.
- Level 1 supervising driver
- A Level 1 learner must be accompanied by a supervising driver holding a valid Class 5 licence with at least three years of experience, seated in the front passenger seat.
- Level 1 driving hours
- A Level 1 learner may not drive between midnight and 5 a.m. and may carry only one passenger besides the supervising driver, in addition to maintaining zero blood alcohol.
- Level 2 restrictions
- Level 2 novice drivers keep zero blood alcohol but are no longer bound by the midnight-to-5 a.m. curfew or the one-passenger limit. A road test advances them to Class 5.
- Licence tests required
- A knowledge test and vision test are needed for the learner licence. A road test is required to move from Level 2 to a full Class 5 passenger vehicle licence.
- Registration and insurance
- A vehicle driven on a public road must be registered and carry valid liability insurance. Drivers must produce registration and proof of insurance when a peace officer requests them.
- Demerit point suspension
- Convictions such as speeding or failing to stop add demerit points. Accumulating too many points leads to licence suspension, and novice drivers are suspended at a lower threshold.