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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Canada
True/false 17 Canada 15 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 582
What should you do if oncoming headlights dazzle you at night?

351. What should you do if oncoming headlights dazzle you at night?

Turn on your interior lights to reduce the glare.
Look briefly at the headlights to judge their position.
Move closer to the centre of the road for a clearer view.
✓ Slow down and look toward the edge of your lane.

Bright headlights can reduce your vision. Avoid staring at them, slow down if needed, and use the road edge or lane markings to guide you safely.

Oncoming headlights dazzling a driver at night
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

352. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Electronic stability control.
Lane-departure warning.
Parking assistance.
✓ Forward-collision warning.

This symbol relates to the forward-collision warning or automatic emergency braking system. It may warn the driver when the vehicle detects a risk of collision with traffic ahead.

Forward-collision warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

353. Why must luggage or other objects not obstruct the driver's view?

They can make the steering heavier.
✓ They can hide hazards and reduce the driver's ability to see safely.
They can increase tyre pressure.
They can increase the vehicle's braking distance.

The driver must have a clear view of the road and surroundings. Luggage, decorations, or other objects that obstruct the windscreen, windows, or mirrors can hide pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, signs, or other hazards.

Luggage obstructing the driver's view
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What should you do if birds are swooping at you while cycling?

354. What should you do if birds are swooping at you while cycling?

Wave your arms to frighten the birds away.
✓ Slow down, stay calm, and leave the area without provoking them.
Accelerate as fast as possible to escape.
Stop near the nest to see why they are swooping.

Some birds become territorial during the breeding season and may swoop people near their nests. Stay calm, avoid provoking or approaching the birds, and leave the area safely. If necessary and safe, dismount and walk your bicycle through or away from the area while keeping your helmet on.

Bird swooping near a cyclist
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Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

355. Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

Speed limits change automatically at dawn and dusk.
Animals cannot see vehicles during daylight.
✓ Many animals are more active at these times.
Wild animals avoid roads during the rest of the day.

Many wild animals are most active around dawn and dusk, when visibility may also be reduced.

Wild animal beside a road in low light
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Which control is normally used to operate the direction indicators?

356. Which control is normally used to operate the direction indicators?

The headlight-level control.
✓ The steering-column indicator stalk.
The windscreen-wiper stalk.
The cruise-control button.

The direction indicators are normally operated using a stalk beside the steering wheel. Moving the stalk up or down activates the indicators on the corresponding side of the vehicle.

Steering-column stalk for the direction indicators
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What should you do before attempting to jump-start a vehicle?

357. What should you do before attempting to jump-start a vehicle?

Connect the leads without checking their polarity.
Use any battery that physically fits the vehicle.
✓ Check the owner's manual and make sure the connections are compatible.
Start both vehicles before connecting the leads.

Incorrect jump-starting can damage electrical systems, cause sparks, or make a battery explode. Connect the leads in the correct order before starting the vehicles, and follow the manufacturer's procedure exactly.

Preparing to jump-start a vehicle battery
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What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

358. What should you do if a red warning light appears with an unusual noise?

Stop only if another warning light appears.
Continue slowly if the vehicle still responds normally.
✓ Stop safely, switch off the engine, and seek assistance.
Wait until the next service to have it checked.

A red warning combined with an unusual noise may indicate a serious fault. Continuing could cause damage or loss of control.

Red dashboard warning requiring the driver's attention
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Which distance unit is used on road signs in Canada?

359. Which distance unit is used on road signs in Canada?

✓ Kilometres.
Miles.

Road distances in Canada are normally shown in kilometres.

Distance units used on road signs
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Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

360. Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

Wide turns prevent the trailer from swaying.
Wider turns reduce the trailer's stopping distance.
Wider turns decrease tyre wear.
✓ The trailer follows a tighter path than the towing vehicle.

Trailer wheels cut closer to the inside of a turn. Allow enough clearance from kerbs, signs, pedestrians, and other vehicles.

Towing vehicle and trailer negotiating a turn
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

361. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Low windscreen washer fluid.
Low coolant level.
Windscreen demister active.
Engine-temperature warning.

This symbol indicates that the windscreen washer fluid level is low. Refill the washer-fluid reservoir with suitable fluid when possible.

Low washer-fluid warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

362. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Cabin temperature adjustment.
Air recirculation.
Seat heating.
Cabin fan speed.

This control adjusts the temperature of the air supplied to the cabin. Turning it towards the blue side lowers the selected temperature, while turning it towards the red side raises it.

Control for adjusting the cabin temperature
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What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled junction?

363. What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled junction?

Rely on the priority rule without reducing your speed.
Check only the direction from which traffic usually has priority.
Enter first if you reach the junction before another vehicle.
✓ Slow down, look carefully in all directions, and proceed only when safe.

At an uncontrolled junction, priority may not be obvious. Reduce speed, check carefully, and only enter when you are sure it is safe.

Vehicle approaching an uncontrolled junction
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How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

364. How should a motorcyclist cross tram or railway rails?

With the motorcycle leaning sharply.
✓ At a safe angle, as close to perpendicular as practical.
At a very shallow angle alongside the rails.
By accelerating hard as the front wheel reaches the rail.

Rails can be slippery and can catch a motorcycle tyre, especially when wet. Cross them at a sufficiently large angle, as close to perpendicular as practical, and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering while crossing.

Motorcycle crossing rails in the road
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Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

365. Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

It reduces tyre wear on the towing vehicle.
✓ It can reduce stability and place excessive strain on the vehicle.
It makes the trailer easier to control.
It keeps the trailer more stable in strong winds.

Overloading can affect braking, steering, tyres, suspension, and trailer stability. Always remain within permitted limits. After loading, check that the load is secure and correctly distributed before starting your journey.

Loaded trailer and towing limits
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

366. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Fuel-filler flap release.
Central door locking.
✓ Bonnet release.
Boot release.

This control releases the bonnet so that it can be opened. A secondary safety catch under the bonnet normally has to be released before it can be fully raised.

Bonnet-release control and symbol
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Why should the windscreen washer reservoir contain suitable washer fluid?

367. Why should the windscreen washer reservoir contain suitable washer fluid?

✓ It helps remove dirt, salt, insects, and spray from the windscreen.
Any household cleaning product can be used instead.
The reservoir needs fluid only when the windscreen is visibly dirty.
Plain water always cleans the windscreen just as well.

A clear windscreen is essential for safe observation. Suitable washer fluid helps clean the glass and may provide protection against freezing in cold conditions.

Windscreen washer-fluid reservoir in a vehicle
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What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren on?

368. What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren on?

Speed up so the vehicle can follow you.
✓ Stay calm and make room safely.
Ignore it if there is not enough room to pass.
Stop immediately wherever you are.

When an emergency vehicle uses lights or siren, check your surroundings and make room safely without sudden or dangerous movements.

Emergency vehicle approaching with warning lights flashing
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Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

369. Why should you switch on dipped headlights before entering a tunnel?

To prevent the tunnel lights from becoming too bright.
✓ To improve visibility and help other road users see you.
To reduce tyre wear inside the tunnel.
To reduce fuel consumption.

Tunnel lighting may be much darker than daylight. Dipped headlights help you see and make your vehicle more visible.

Vehicle using dipped headlights before entering a tunnel
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You may park anywhere as long as you leave your hazard lights on.

370. You may park anywhere as long as you leave your hazard lights on.

✓ False.
True.

Hazard lights are used to warn other road users of a hazard or an unexpectedly stopped vehicle. They do not make illegal or unsafe parking acceptable.

Parked vehicle with hazard warning lights flashing
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What information is needed when requesting emergency assistance?

371. What information is needed when requesting emergency assistance?

Your insurance details and last service date.
Your name, destination, and planned route.
✓ Your exact location, direction of travel, vehicle details, and the problem.
Only the road name and nearest town.

Road numbers, junctions, location markers, direction of travel, and a clear description of the incident help assistance reach you quickly.

Requesting help after a vehicle breakdown
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What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

372. What should you do when driving through heavy rain?

✓ Reduce speed and increase your following distance.
Use cruise control to maintain a constant speed.
Drive closer to the vehicle ahead for guidance.
Use main beam to improve visibility.

Heavy rain reduces grip and visibility. Lower speed and extra distance give you more time to react safely.

Vehicle travelling through heavy rain
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You should follow the vehicle in front as closely as possible in traffic.

373. You should follow the vehicle in front as closely as possible in traffic.

✓ False.
True.

You should keep a safe following distance so you have enough time to react if traffic slows or stops suddenly.

Vehicle following closely behind another vehicle
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What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

374. What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

Pull out because the vehicle will turn.
Use your horn and proceed immediately.
✓ Do not rely on the signal alone, proceed only when it is safe.
Assume the driver has seen you.

An indicator shows an intention, but it does not guarantee that the driver will turn. The signal may have been left on accidentally or the driver's intentions may change. Observe the vehicle's speed and position and proceed only when you are sure it is safe.

Another vehicle signalling to turn
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

375. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Parking brake applied.
Door open.
Brake-system warning.
✓ Seat belt not fastened.

This symbol is a seat-belt reminder. It indicates that the driver or another detected occupant has not fastened their seat belt.

Seat-belt reminder symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if illness affects your ability to drive safely?

376. What should you do if illness affects your ability to drive safely?

Drive only if the journey is short.
✓ Do not drive until you are fit to do so.
Ask a passenger to watch the road for you.
Drive slowly and avoid busy roads.

Illness can reduce concentration, alertness, coordination, or reaction time. If you do not feel fit to drive safely, postpone the journey or use another form of transport.

Driver feeling unwell before a journey
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What should you normally select before leaving an automatic vehicle parked?

377. What should you normally select before leaving an automatic vehicle parked?

R (Reverse).
D (Drive).
✓ P (Park).
N (Neutral).

Select P (Park) before leaving an automatic vehicle parked. Park locks the transmission to help prevent the vehicle from rolling; the parking brake should also be applied.

Park position on an automatic gear selector
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You do not need to look for cyclists when opening your car door.

378. You do not need to look for cyclists when opening your car door.

✓ False.
True.

You should always check for cyclists, motorcyclists, and other road users before opening a door.

Cyclist near the door of a parked car
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What does the ACC position of a traditional ignition switch normally allow?

379. What does the ACC position of a traditional ignition switch normally allow?

The parking brake to release.
The transmission to select Drive.
The starter motor to turn the engine.
✓ Electrical accessories to be used without starting the engine.

The ACC (accessory) position normally supplies power to certain electrical accessories, such as the audio system, without starting the engine. The exact functions available can vary between vehicles.

ACC accessory position on an ignition switch
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Why can loud music be dangerous while cycling?

380. Why can loud music be dangerous while cycling?

It reduces the grip of the tyres.
It makes the bicycle harder to balance.
✓ You may not hear traffic or warning sounds.
It makes bicycle lights less effective.

Hearing approaching vehicles, bells, horns, and other warning sounds is an important part of staying aware.

Cyclist listening to music near traffic
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What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

381. What should you do if the windscreen wipers leave the glass smeared?

Apply lubricant to the wiper blades.
Ignore it unless the wipers stop moving.
✓ Clean the windscreen and blades, and replace worn blades.
Use the wipers at a higher speed.

Worn or dirty wiper blades can seriously reduce visibility in rain. Clean them first and replace them if they remain ineffective or damaged.

Wiper streaks on a vehicle's windscreen
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What should you do before releasing the parking brake on a slope?

382. What should you do before releasing the parking brake on a slope?

Select neutral and release all pedals.
Press the accelerator fully.
✓ Make sure the vehicle is securely controlled before releasing it.
Turn the steering wheel fully.

Before releasing the parking brake on a slope, make sure the vehicle cannot roll unexpectedly. Use the service brake or, when moving off in a manual vehicle, establish the clutch biting point and sufficient power before releasing the parking brake.

Preparing to release the parking brake on a slope
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How should you use the brake pedal during emergency braking in a vehicle with ABS?

383. How should you use the brake pedal during emergency braking in a vehicle with ABS?

Pump it rapidly.
Use the parking brake instead.
Release it if the pedal vibrates.
✓ Press it firmly and keep it pressed.

During emergency braking with ABS, press the brake pedal firmly and keep it pressed. Pulsation or vibration through the pedal can be normal while ABS is operating, so do not pump or release the brake.

Firm brake-pedal pressure during emergency braking with ABS
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What should you do if one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

384. What should you do if one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

Accelerate briefly to stabilise the vehicle.
Release the steering wheel and let the vehicle slow itself.
Pump the brake pedal repeatedly.
✓ Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually.

A tyre burst can make the vehicle unstable. Hold the wheel firmly, avoid sudden braking or steering, and slow down gradually.

Vehicle tyre damaged by a sudden blowout
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You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

385. You may drive through an amber light without slowing down.

✓ False.
True.

An amber light means you should stop if you can do so safely. If you are too close to stop safely, continue through the junction with caution.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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What should cyclists do when passing pedestrians on a shared path?

386. What should cyclists do when passing pedestrians on a shared path?

Pass quickly before they change direction.
✓ Slow down, give warning, and leave enough space.
Use your bell and keep the same speed.
Pass closely if there is not enough room.

Pedestrians may change direction unexpectedly. A warning and safe passing distance reduce the risk of a collision.

Cyclist passing pedestrians on a shared path
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Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

387. Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

P (Park).
R (Reverse).
✓ N (Neutral).
D (Drive).

Select N (Neutral) when drive should not be transmitted to the wheels. Unlike Park, Neutral does not lock the transmission to prevent the vehicle from rolling.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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Why should you not ignore temporary speed limits?

388. Why should you not ignore temporary speed limits?

✓ They are used to protect people and manage hazards.
They apply only to road workers.
They are recommendations rather than limits.
They apply only when traffic is congested.

Temporary speed limits may be used near roadworks, accidents, events, or dangerous conditions. They help keep traffic safe.

Temporary speed-limit sign at roadworks
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What should cyclists do before turning or changing position on the road?

389. What should cyclists do before turning or changing position on the road?

Look behind only after starting the turn.
Signal and turn without checking behind.
✓ Look behind, signal clearly, and move only when safe.
Signal only when a vehicle is close behind.

Checking behind and signalling gives other road users time to understand what you intend to do.

Cyclist preparing to turn or change road position
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What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

390. What should cyclists do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches?

✓ Stay alert and move to a safe position without obstructing it.
Move aside quickly without checking around you.
Follow closely behind it once it passes.
Stop immediately, even if you are in the traffic lane.

Emergency vehicles need a clear route. Move predictably and stop only where doing so is safe.

Cyclist near an approaching emergency vehicle
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Which selector position is used when parking the vehicle?

391. Which selector position is used when parking the vehicle?

D (Drive).
N (Neutral).
R (Reverse).
✓ P (Park).

Select P (Park) when parking an automatic vehicle. Park locks the transmission, but the parking brake should also be applied to secure the vehicle.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

392. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

ABS fault.
Low tyre pressure.
Power-steering fault.
✓ Parking brake applied.

This symbol indicates that the parking brake is applied. It should normally go out when the parking brake is fully released.

Parking-brake indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when livestock are on the road?

393. What should you do when livestock are on the road?

✓ Slow down and follow the instructions of the person controlling them.
Use the verge to pass the animals.
Follow closely so other traffic can overtake.
Drive through the group before it spreads across the road.

Livestock may spread across the road, stop suddenly, or change direction without warning. Slow down, keep a safe distance, avoid sudden movements or loud noises, and follow any instructions from the person controlling the animals.

Livestock being moved along a road
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What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

394. What should you do when traffic lights change to amber as you approach?

Accelerate to pass before the light turns red.
Continue at the same speed if the junction looks clear.
✓ Stop if you can do so safely.
Treat it like a green light until it turns red.

An amber light warns that the signal is changing. Stop if it is safe, but avoid sudden braking that could cause danger behind you.

Vehicle approaching an amber traffic light
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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

395. You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

✓ False.
True.

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop, even if no other traffic is visible.

Stop sign at a quiet junction
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Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

396. Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

✓ The lighting stalk.
The windscreen-wiper stalk.
The dashboard brightness control.
The hazard warning switch.

The lighting stalk is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights. The exact movement varies between vehicles, so check the vehicle controls before driving.

Lighting stalk for switching between dipped and main beam
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What should you do if you smell fuel or see fuel leaking from your vehicle?

397. What should you do if you smell fuel or see fuel leaking from your vehicle?

Drive slowly to the nearest fuel station.
Restart the engine to check whether the leak continues.
✓ Stop, switch off the engine, avoid flames or sparks, and call for assistance.
Ignore a small leak if the fuel level remains stable.

Leaking fuel creates a serious fire risk. Keep people away, do not restart the engine, and arrange professional assistance.

Fuel leaking from a vehicle
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Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

398. Where should the top of the head restraint normally be positioned?

Behind the neck only.
✓ Approximately level with the top of the head.
Level with the shoulders.
As low as possible.

The head restraint should normally be adjusted so that its top is approximately level with the top of the head. This helps reduce the risk of neck injury in a collision.

Adjusting the head restraint to head height
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Should the legal alcohol limit be treated as a safe target?

399. Should the legal alcohol limit be treated as a safe target?

✓ No, impairment can begin before the legal limit is reached.
Yes, when driving only a short distance.
Yes, if you feel completely sober.
Yes, because impairment begins only above the limit.

A legal limit is an enforcement threshold, not a recommended drinking level. Even a small amount of alcohol can affect driving performance.

Alcohol consumption and the limits of safe driving
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Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

400. Which road markings should you follow through roadworks?

✓ The temporary markings that show the current traffic route.
Follow the old permanent markings if they are still visible.
Use the markings intended for construction vehicles.
Use whichever markings give you the shortest route.

Temporary road markings may replace the normal lane layout during roadworks. Follow the markings and signs that currently guide traffic.

Temporary road markings through a roadworks area
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