Alberta Class 6 Practice Test 9

All 30 questions in this test

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1. A lane sign shows that two lanes may turn left. You turn from the right of the two lanes. Where do you end up?

   1. In whichever lane is clearest
   2. In the far right lane of the new road
   3. In the far left lane of the new road
   4. In the matching lane, without drifting over

2. Which is a requirement for effective eye protection while riding?

   1. It is free of scratches
   2. It fits tightly against your eyelids
   3. It is made of glass
   4. It is tinted for all conditions

3. How can you tell a helmet is an approved motorcycle helmet?

   1. A safety standard label or mark
   2. A tinted face shield fitted
   3. A bright colour on the shell
   4. A shell that covers the ears

4. You need to slow and shift down for a curve. When should you do it?

   1. Before entering the curve
   2. As you exit the curve
   3. At the middle of the curve
   4. Only if you start to skid

5. A sign has a red circle with a slash across a symbol. What does that tell you?

   1. The action shown is permitted
   2. The action shown is not permitted
   3. The action is allowed at night only
   4. The action is only a suggestion

6. A car is tailgating you. What does the Rider's Guide suggest?

   1. Tap your brakes hard to warn the driver to back off
   2. Slow slightly so it can pass, and add space ahead
   3. Move onto the shoulder
   4. Speed up to get away from it

7. Which guides are the Class 6 knowledge test questions based on?

   1. The Rider's Guide and the Driver's Guide
   2. The Commercial Driver's Guide for heavy vehicles
   3. The Traffic Safety Act only
   4. The Rider's Guide only

8. What is the minimum age to ride a moped in Alberta?

   1. 18
   2. 12
   3. 14
   4. 16

9. On a two-lane road with one lane each way, which part of your lane is usually safest?

   1. Right on the centre line
   2. The right portion, near the shoulder and away from traffic
   3. The centre of the lane
   4. The left portion, where the left wheels of cars travel

10. There is a stop sign at a railway crossing. How far from the nearest rail should you stop?

    1. Right at the nearest rail
    2. Between 1 and 3 metres
    3. Between 5 and 15 metres
    4. Between 20 and 30 metres

11. Which headlights should you use in fog?

    1. No lights
    2. High beams
    3. Parking lights only
    4. Low beams

12. During a right turn with a sidecar, the sidecar wheel begins to lift. What should you do?

    1. Brake hard to drop it
    2. Lean your body to the left
    3. Turn the bars sharply left to bring the wheel down
    4. Steer more firmly and smoothly to the right

13. With a passenger aboard, what following distance should you keep?

    1. Three to four seconds
    2. Two seconds
    3. One to two seconds
    4. Six to eight seconds

14. A school crossing sign has yellow lights flashing on it. What must you do?

    1. Slow to 50 km/h and watch for children
    2. Sound your horn and continue
    3. Stop and wait until the lights stop
    4. Slow to 30 km/h and yield to pedestrians

15. What following distance should you keep behind another vehicle in good conditions?

    1. Exactly one car length per 10 km/h
    2. At least two to three seconds
    3. At least one second
    4. At least six seconds

16. When angle parking at a curb, how close should the rear wheel be?

    1. Touching the centre line
    2. Within 1 metre of the curb
    3. At least 2 metres from the curb
    4. Within 50 cm of the curb

17. What is the friction zone?

    1. Where the clutch starts to engage as you release it
    2. The area between the brake pads
    3. The part of the tire touching the road
    4. The engine speed range where the motor starts to overheat

18. How far from an oncoming vehicle should you switch to low beams?

    1. 50 m or more
    2. 150 m or more
    3. 100 m or more
    4. 300 m or more

19. At what times of day are animals most likely to be on or near the road?

    1. Early afternoon
    2. Dawn and dusk
    3. Late morning
    4. Midday

20. Why must you take extra care at LRT crossings in Calgary and Edmonton?

    1. LRT trains always stop for traffic at level crossings
    2. LRT trains are quiet and may need 100 m to stop
    3. LRT trains run only at night
    4. LRT crossings have no signals

21. The back of your motorcycle starts swaying side to side. What is the likely cause?

    1. The front tire has gone flat
    2. The throttle is stuck
    3. The rear tire has gone flat
    4. The chain is too tight

22. What is the best way to tie down a load on a motorcycle?

    1. Rope with strong knots
    2. A single thin strap
    3. Duct tape
    4. Elastic bungee cords or nets

23. Why is it important not to lock your wheels when braking?

    1. So the engine doesn't stall in a high gear
    2. So the brake light stays on
    3. So the tires don't wear
    4. So you can still steer and avoid skidding

24. You see this sign on a two-lane highway. What does it tell you?

    
    1. Do not pass
    2. Slow vehicles must keep right
    3. Two-way traffic ahead
    4. Passing is permitted with care

25. Which situation is a common cause of motorcycle collisions at intersections?

    1. An oncoming driver turning left across the rider's path
    2. A rider checking mirrors
    3. A rider stopping at a red light with the brake light flashing
    4. A rider using a hand signal

26. How do you test each brake during the pre-trip inspection?

    1. Look at the brake pads only
    2. Pump it several times while riding
    3. Apply it fully and try to push the bike
    4. Squeeze both together at a red light

27. What should the engine cut-off switch do when you test it?

    1. Stop the engine
    2. Turn on the hazard lights
    3. Lock the steering
    4. Turn off only the headlight

28. What do alternating amber lights on a school bus mean?

    1. Children have finished crossing and you may pass
    2. Pass quickly before it stops
    3. The bus is turning
    4. Be ready to stop; red lights will follow

29. A car is passing you on a two-lane highway. What must you do?

    1. Move to the left portion
    2. Brake suddenly to let it by
    3. Keep a steady speed and lane position
    4. Speed up so it can't cut in front of you

30. What gives the best protection for your eyes and face?

    1. Ordinary sunglasses
    2. A baseball cap under the helmet
    3. A full coverage helmet with a built-in face shield
    4. A tall motorcycle windshield with an open-face helmet