Practice test 2 of 10 — New Brunswick class 7 test

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1. Question 1: A. No closer than 150 metres

   The handbook says: "It is an offence to follow within 150 metres (500 feet) of any fire apparatus which is responding to an emergency."

   Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — Following Fire Vehicles (p. 34)

2. Question 2: B. When the red lights stop, the bus moves, or the driver waves you on

   The handbook says you must not proceed "until the school bus resumes motion or until signalled by the school bus driver" (Part 4) and "until the red lights are no longer flashing" (Part 6).

   Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — 4.5 School zones, school buses and construction zones (p. 36)

3. Question 3: A. Pull to the right-hand curb and stop

   The handbook says drivers "must immediately drive to the right hand curb and must stop and remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed."

   Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — Emergency vehicles (p. 34)

4. Question 4: C. The driver may be about to pull out

   The handbook says: "Exhaust smoke coming from a vehicle could indicate a driver ready to pull out."

   Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 5 Safe Driving — Defensive driving (p. 61)

5. Question 5: A. No, it is against the law

   The handbook says: "It is against the law to ride a bicycle without a helmet."

   Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 6 Sharing the Road — 6.4 Drivers and bicycles (p. 80)

6. Question 6: A. Motorcycles can stop more quickly

   The handbook says: "Motorcycles can stop quicker than other vehicles, therefore allow extra following distance."

   Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 6 Sharing the Road — 6.3 Drivers and motorcycles (p. 79)

7. Question 7: B. No closer than 15 metres

   The handbook says you may not park "within 15 metres (50 feet) of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing."

   Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — Parking regulations (p. 48)

8. Question 8: A. At least one metre

   The handbook says that when it is safe to pass "the driver must leave at least one metre (three feet) of open space between the vehicle and the bicycle."

   Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 6 Sharing the Road — 6.4 Drivers and bicycles (p. 79)

9. Question 9: B. The left side, facing traffic

   The handbook says pedestrians must, when practical, "walk only on the left side of the roadway or its shoulder facing traffic."

   Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — Walking on the highway (p. 52)

10. Question 10: C. 80 mg or more per 100 mL (0.08)

    The handbook says it is prohibited "to drive with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of 80 milligrams or more (mg) of alcohol per 100 millilitres (ml) of blood (0.08 percent or more)."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 5 Safe Driving — Consequences for alcohol-impaired driving (p. 65)

11. Question 11: D. Age 9, 36 kg, or 145 cm tall

    The handbook says children must be in child safety seats until they reach "age of nine; weight of 36 kg (79 lbs.); height of 145 cm (57 inches)."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 5 Safe Driving — 5.3 Seat belts save lives (p. 56)

12. Question 12: B. 30 metres

    The handbook says it is unlawful to drive left of centre "when approaching within 30 metres (100 feet) of or crossing any intersection or railroad grade crossing."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — 4.4 Passing a vehicle (p. 36)

13. Question 13: B. 50 km/h

    The handbook says the limit is "50 km (30 miles) per hour in any urban district," that is, 50 km/h.

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — 4.2 Speed restrictions (p. 35)

14. Question 14: A. The right foot

    The handbook says: "Always use your right foot to operate the accelerator and brake pedal."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 5 Safe Driving — Driving posture (p. 60)

15. Question 15: C. One passenger with a Class 5 and 3 years of experience

    The handbook says Level 1 drivers must be accompanied by "only one passenger who has a Class 5 or better licence, at least three years (3) of driving experience" in the front seat.

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 1 Licensing of Drivers — Level 1 (p. 10)

16. Question 16: B. No, it is an offence

    The handbook says: "It is an offence to drive on sidewalks. Bicyclists are subject to the same rules of the road as motor vehicle drivers."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 6 Sharing the Road — 6.4 Drivers and bicycles (p. 80)

17. Question 17: B. Do not move them unless they are in danger

    The handbook says: "Do not move the injured. Unless they are in a burning car or other immediate danger, leave them in the car until trained help arrives."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 5 Safe Driving — 5.8 Crash (p. 62)

18. Question 18: A. Feet off the pedals; steer the way of the skid

    The handbook says: "To correct a rear-wheel skid, remove your feet from the pedals and steer in the direction of the skid."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 5 Safe Driving — Skids (p. 71)

19. Question 19: D. Three months

    The handbook says: "Suspensions resulting from loss of demerit points for offences under the Motor Vehicle Act are for a period of three months."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 1 Licensing of Drivers — Suspension of driving privilege (p. 21)

20. Question 20: C. 10 points

    The handbook says the Registrar must suspend "when a total of 10 points is assessed against your driving record (other than a newly licensed driver)."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 1 Licensing of Drivers — 1.6 How you may lose your driving privilege (p. 20)

21. Question 21: A. Come to a full stop and make sure the way is clear

    The handbook says the stop sign, a red octagon, "means come to a full stop and be sure the way is clear before proceeding."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.1 Six basic sign shapes every driver must know (p. 86)

22. Question 22: C. It is slippery when wet

    The handbook captions this sign "Road surface slippery when wet."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.4 Warning signs (p. 91)

23. Question 23: D. Turn the way of the arrow, after yielding

    The handbook says this signal means "motorists may turn cautiously in the direction the arrow is pointing, after yielding to pedestrians and other traffic."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — 4.15 Traffic control signals (p. 43)

24. Question 24: D. Passing is not permitted

    The handbook captions this sign "Passing not permitted": a red circle and slash deny permission.

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.3 Regulatory Signs (p. 88)

25. Question 25: B. The top speed allowed under ideal conditions

    The handbook captions this sign "The maximum speed allowed under ideal conditions."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.3 Regulatory Signs (p. 88)

26. Question 26: B. Slow down, give right of way, and stop if needed

    The handbook says a yield sign means you must reduce speed, "give right of way and stop if necessary if any other traffic is in, or closely approaching, the intersection."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.1 Six basic sign shapes every driver must know (p. 86)

27. Question 27: B. Traffic moving in opposite directions

    The handbook says: "Yellow lines on the pavement divide traffic moving in opposite directions."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — 4.7 Laned traffic and pavement markings (p. 37)

28. Question 28: D. The side on which you may safely pass

    The handbook says this marker shows a "Hazard close to the edge of the road. The downward lines show the side on which you may safely pass."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — Hazard Markers (p. 92)

29. Question 29: C. Permitted moves or direction guidance

    The handbook says: "Green — Indicates traffic movement such as turns which are permitted or directional guidance."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.2 Standard sign colours (p. 87)

30. Question 30: C. A zone where road workers are present

    The handbook shows this sign as "Road work ahead": it "marks a zone where construction workers and maintenance activities are present."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — Construction Signs (p. 93)

31. Question 31: A. Before entering the intersection

    At a red light the handbook says stop at a marked stop line "or, if none, before entering the nearest crosswalk or, if none, before entering the intersection."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — 4.15 Traffic control signals (p. 43)

32. Question 32: A. The road ends ahead; turn sharply right or left

    The handbook says this sign "warns of T intersection. Road turns sharply right and left."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.4 Warning signs (p. 91)

33. Question 33: D. Two lanes merge, with traffic coming from the right

    The handbook captions this sign "Two lanes merge ahead. Traffic entering from right."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.4 Warning signs (p. 92)

34. Question 34: D. Shift to a lower gear or slow down

    The handbook captions this sign "Steep hill ahead. Shift to lower gear or slow down if going down very steep hill."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.4 Warning signs (p. 91)

35. Question 35: C. A stop sign is ahead

    The handbook lists this warning sign as "Stop sign ahead": a stop sign is ahead, so be ready to stop.

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.4 Warning signs (p. 90)

36. Question 36: A. Passing is not permitted

    The handbook says: "A solid single yellow line indicates that passing is not permitted."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — 4.7 Laned traffic and pavement markings (p. 37)

37. Question 37: B. Yes, after a full stop, unless a sign forbids it

    The handbook says: "Unless a sign indicates otherwise, a right turn may be made on a red light provided the vehicle is first brought to a full stop."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 4 Rules of the Road — 4.15 Traffic control signals (p. 43)

38. Question 38: C. Traffic signals; be prepared to stop

    The handbook captions this sign "Traffic signals ahead. Be prepared to stop."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.4 Warning signs (p. 91)

39. Question 39: A. Two roads join, and merging is not needed

    The handbook captions this sign "Added lane. Two roads converge and merging movements are not required."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.4 Warning signs (p. 91)

40. Question 40: B. That the safe speed is lower than the posted limit

    The handbook says an advisory speed sign may be posted "to show that the safe road speed is less than the posted speed."

    Handbook: NB Driver's Handbook, Part 7 Traffic Signs — 7.5 Railway Crossings (p. 94)