Alberta Class 4 Practice Test – Taxi, Ambulance and Small Bus

All 30 questions in this test

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1. A passenger uses a scooter and can move to a seat. What is the first step?

   1. Fold the scooter with them on it
   2. Have them park the scooter securely
   3. Lift them onto the vehicle seat yourself
   4. Leave the scooter powered on

2. On a four-lane highway with lights and siren on, which lane should you use if possible?

   1. The right lane
   2. The left lane
   3. Whichever lane is empty
   4. The shoulder

3. A passenger with a disability travels with an attendant. To whom should you speak first?

   1. Whoever is closer to you
   2. The dispatcher
   3. The passenger
   4. The attendant

4. Which lights should always be used together with the emergency overhead lights?

   1. Headlights
   2. Hazard lights only
   3. Fog lights only
   4. Interior dome lights

5. What does the Traffic Safety Act's zero tolerance mean for commercial drivers?

   1. A written warning for a first offence only
   2. Sanctions only after a collision
   3. A roadside sanction for any alcohol or drugs
   4. A legal limit of 0.05 blood alcohol

6. When may an emergency vehicle park contrary to parking rules?

   1. Only in hospital zones
   2. Never; parking rules always apply to it
   3. Only when the siren is also operating
   4. With flashing lights on, if safe

7. A driver is found guilty of impaired driving under the Traffic Safety Act for the first time. How long is the disqualification?

   1. Three years from the finding of guilt
   2. One year from the finding of guilt
   3. Six months from the offence
   4. 90 days from the charge

8. While its siren is operating, an emergency vehicle has:

   1. The right of way over all other vehicles
   2. The right of way only at intersections
   3. The right of way only on highways
   4. No special right of way

9. A passenger is upset about a delay. Which response does the guide suggest?

   1. "That's not my problem."
   2. "I understand your concern."
   3. "Listen to me."
   4. "Sit down and be quiet."

10. When may a taxi driver refuse to transport a customer?

    1. When the trip is too short to be worth it
    2. When the destination is out of town
    3. If the taxi is full or they are dangerous
    4. When the customer wants to pay by card

11. A child weighing 15 kg is your passenger. What does the law require?

    1. A booster cushion and lap belt
    2. Nothing if the trip is short
    3. A lap and shoulder belt only
    4. A properly installed car seat

12. When is a taxi driver exempt from wearing a seat belt in Alberta?

    1. Only on trips shorter than 5 km
    2. Never; there is no exemption
    3. While carrying a paying passenger
    4. Whenever driving inside city limits

13. When pushing a wheelchair, how far ahead should you watch?

    1. At least 10 m (33 ft)
    2. Only at your feet
    3. At least 1 m (3 ft)
    4. At least 3 m (10 ft)

14. Which driving movement does the guide list as a common cause of ambulance collisions?

    1. Reversing
    2. Using headlights
    3. Stopping at intersections
    4. Using the left lane

15. A passenger brings a service animal. What does the Traffic Safety Act require?

    1. You may always refuse to take the animal
    2. The animal must sit on the front seat
    3. The animal must ride in the trunk area
    4. It must not interfere with your driving

16. What does a white diamond on a black background on a reserved lane sign mean?

    1. Lane traffic flows the same way as other traffic
    2. The lane is for high-occupancy cars
    3. Lane traffic flows against other traffic
    4. The lane ends ahead

17. How should you offer help to a passenger who is visually impaired?

    1. Identify yourself and offer your arm
    2. Speak louder than usual
    3. Take their arm and lead them
    4. Push them gently toward the door

18. With its siren on, what may an emergency vehicle driver do where reasonable and safe?

    1. Exceed the speed limit and go through a stop signal
    2. Drive on sidewalks at any speed
    3. Ignore all safety of others
    4. Pass school buses with red lights at speed

19. You will talk for a while with a passenger in a wheelchair. Where should you position yourself?

    1. Behind the wheelchair
    2. Standing beside them
    3. At the vehicle door
    4. In front of them, at eye level

20. Under the regulation, when is a vehicle being used "for hire"?

    1. Whenever passengers share gas costs
    2. When someone is paid for the service the vehicle provides
    3. Whenever the vehicle is commercially registered
    4. Only when a taxi meter is used

21. How should you find out what help a passenger with a disability needs?

    1. Ask other passengers
    2. Follow the same steps for everyone
    3. Ask the person first
    4. Assume based on their device

22. Your siren and lights are on. How should you treat other drivers?

    1. Expect them to stop in their lane
    2. Assume they may not have seen you
    3. Assume they heard you a block away
    4. Expect them to clear the way at once

23. Another driver shows road rage toward your vehicle. What should you do?

    1. Brake suddenly to warn them off
    2. Lock the doors and get away safely
    3. Roll down the window and explain
    4. Follow them closely to get their plate

24. Who sets the requirements for a taxi or limousine permit?

    1. The federal government
    2. The municipality
    3. The National Safety Code
    4. The taxi company alone

25. A passenger stays rude even after you tried to calm things. What is the guide's next step?

    1. Raise your voice so they listen to you
    2. Ignore their comments completely
    3. Stop and order them out of the vehicle
    4. Respectfully offer a clear choice

26. When may an emergency vehicle's siren be used under the Traffic Safety Act?

    1. Only when responding to an emergency
    2. Whenever traffic is heavy in the area
    3. Only between sunset and sunrise
    4. Any time the vehicle is on duty

27. What should a passenger driver do before every trip?

    1. Check the fare tables
    2. Plan the radio playlist
    3. Ask passengers to rate them
    4. Assess their own fitness to drive

28. A reserved lane sign shows no hours or days. What does this mean?

    1. Any vehicle may use it on weekends
    2. The reservation has ended
    3. The lane is reserved full time
    4. The lane is reserved only at rush hour

29. Which is a recommended pre-driving step when transporting passengers?

    1. Set the GPS before you leave
    2. Leave the doors unlocked for a quick exit
    3. Program the GPS once you are moving
    4. Start driving before passengers sit

30. An ambulance has only its red flashing lights on, no siren. What is its legal status?

    1. It may exceed the limit by 20 km/h
    2. It has the right of way everywhere it goes
    3. It may run red lights if it does so carefully
    4. It must follow normal traffic law