Practice test 2 of 10 — Manitoba class 5 test

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1. Question 1: D. A parent or legal guardian

   Applicants under 18 need consent from a parent or legal guardian to apply and to take the knowledge test.

   Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 1 The Class Licence System and Graduated Driver Licensing — Basic Class 5 Licensing Requirements

2. Question 2: B. When a median or ditch divides the road

   You need not stop for a school bus across a road split by a physical median or ditch; a double solid line does not count.

   Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 6 Driving Responsibly — School Buses

3. Question 3: D. Your vehicle is easier for others to see

   Daytime headlights make your vehicle easier to see, which can greatly reduce the chance of a collision.

   Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 10 Poor Driving Conditions — Daytime Use of Headlights

4. Question 4: B. All pedestrians and traffic on the street

   When entering a street from a driveway, lane or parking lot, you must yield to all pedestrians and traffic.

   Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 6 Driving Responsibly — Right-of-Way

5. Question 5: B. 3 metres

   The handbook says it is illegal to park "within three metres (3 metres) from the point on the curb or edge of the roadway immediately opposite a fire hydrant".

   Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 8 Backing and Parking — Illegal Parking

6. Question 6: C. It is impounded and you pay the costs

   The vehicle is impounded even if someone else owns it, and the owner must pay towing, storage and the impoundment fee.

   Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 12 Unsafe Driving and Consequences — Driving While Suspended — The Consequences

7. Question 7: C. Yes, if their ability to drive is impaired

   An impaired driving charge can be laid whenever a driver's ability is impaired, no matter how much alcohol is in the blood.

   Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 12 Unsafe Driving and Consequences — Alcohol

8. Question 8: D. At about 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock

   Holding the wheel at 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock gives good control and keeps your arms clear if the airbag inflates.

   Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 5 Starting, Lane Changing, Curves and Turning — Starting Out

9. Question 9: C. 9 months

   The Learner Stage lasts at least 9 months, not counting any time the licence was interrupted.

   Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 1 The Class Licence System and Graduated Driver Licensing — Graduated Driver Licensing

10. Question 10: A. The road curves to the right ahead

    This yellow diamond warns that the road curves to the right ahead, so slow down to keep full control.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Signs and Signals — Warning Signs

11. Question 11: D. You must not enter this road

    This red circle with a white bar means do not enter. You must not drive into that road from here.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Signs and Signals — Regulatory Signs

12. Question 12: C. A possible danger on or near the road

    Diamond signs warn of possible danger on or near the road, such as a sharp curve or a narrow bridge.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Signs and Signals — Sign Shapes and Colours

13. Question 13: A. Yes, after you stop and yield, unless a sign forbids it

    Unless a sign says otherwise, you may turn left on red from one one-way street to another after you stop and yield to pedestrians and traffic.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 5 Starting, Lane Changing, Curves and Turning — Left Turns

14. Question 14: A. Four seconds

    Keep a following distance of four seconds in ideal conditions, and leave more time when conditions are poor.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 6 Driving Responsibly — Following Safely

15. Question 15: D. Two-way traffic ahead

    This warning sign means two-way traffic is ahead, so expect oncoming vehicles on the same road.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Signs and Signals — Warning Signs

16. Question 16: B. People on foot must not cross here

    This sign means pedestrians are prohibited. People on foot must not cross where it is posted.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 7 Sharing the Road — Crosswalks

17. Question 17: A. Stop too and do not pass it

    It is illegal to pass a vehicle that is slowing or stopped for pedestrians, so stop too and wait.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 7 Sharing the Road — Crosswalks

18. Question 18: C. Slow down and look both ways along the angle of the tracks

    After this advance sign, slow down and check right and left along the angle of the tracks shown, then go only when safe.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 6 Driving Responsibly — Railway Crossings

19. Question 19: B. Shoulder check the blind spot

    Before changing lanes, shoulder check to see your blind spot, then move over only when it is safe.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 5 Starting, Lane Changing, Curves and Turning — Lane Changing

20. Question 20: B. Stop and let them cross

    A raised cane is your signal to stop and give the person the right-of-way so they can cross.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 7 Sharing the Road — People Who are Blind

21. Question 21: A. Slow down and obey any flag persons

    In work zones, slow down to a safe speed and watch for and obey the directions of flag persons.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Signs and Signals — Construction and Maintenance Signs

22. Question 22: A. A railway crossing; trains have the right-of-way

    This white crossbuck marks a railway crossing. Slow down, look both ways, and yield the right-of-way to trains.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Signs and Signals — Sign Shapes and Colours

23. Question 23: C. A driver with under one year in the Full Stage

    The program treats anyone who has not held a Full Stage licence for more than one year as a novice driver.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 12 Unsafe Driving and Consequences — Driver Improvement and Control Program

24. Question 24: B. Left arm out, bent down at the elbow

    The stop signal is the left arm held out and bent down; the arm bent up means a right turn.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 5 Starting, Lane Changing, Curves and Turning — Hand Signals

25. Question 25: D. A stop sign is ahead, so be ready to stop

    This warning sign means there is a stop ahead. Slow down early so you can stop at the sign.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Signs and Signals — Warning Signs

26. Question 26: A. The supervising driver only

    A Learner driver's only front seat passenger must be the qualified supervising driver; other passengers ride in the back.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 1 The Class Licence System and Graduated Driver Licensing — Graduated Driver Licensing

27. Question 27: B. Your right to be in Canada

    Identity documents must prove your birth date, legal names, photo, Manitoba residence and your right to be in Canada.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Application and Testing — Establishing Your Identity

28. Question 28: C. Come to a complete stop

    The octagon is used only for stop signs. You must always come to a complete stop.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Signs and Signals — Sign Shapes and Colours

29. Question 29: A. The truck driver cannot see you

    If you cannot see a truck's mirrors, you are in its No-Zone and the truck driver cannot see you.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 6 Driving Responsibly — No-Zone Around Large Vehicles

30. Question 30: D. The second lane from the median

    In a double left turn, the vehicle second from the median must turn into the second lane from the median.

    Handbook: MPI Driver's Handbook, Ch. 5 Starting, Lane Changing, Curves and Turning — Left Turns