Practice test 1 of 10 — Nova Scotia class 7 test

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1. Question 1: B. Faster cars may not see you in time to slow down

   A slow vehicle just beyond the crest of a hill or a curve is often hidden. Faster vehicles may hit it before they can slow down.

   Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Driving too slowly (p. 48)

2. Question 2: B. Anywhere in Canada

   A Criminal Code conviction brings a court order that prohibits you from driving a motor vehicle anywhere in Canada.

   Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 1 Your Driver's Licence — Mandatory revocation (p. 25)

3. Question 3: A. Yield, since every intersection has a crosswalk

   Every intersection has a crosswalk, even if it is unmarked. Drivers must yield to pedestrians at all intersections.

   Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Unmarked crosswalks (p. 42)

4. Question 4: C. Yield and let the bus move back into traffic

   When a stopped transit bus signals to re-enter traffic and the posted limit is 60 km/h or less, yield the right of way if it is safe.

   Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Introduction — Changes since publication: Yield to transit buses (p. VIII)

5. Question 5: B. Within 15 cm

   The handbook says: "Curbside wheels must be within 15 centimetres of the curb or edge of the road."

   Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Parking and stopping (p. 61)

6. Question 6: B. No closer than 150 metres

   Never drive or park within 150 metres of an emergency vehicle that has stopped to investigate a collision or give assistance.

   Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Emergency vehicles (p. 45)

7. Question 7: A. You are following too closely

   If you reach the landmark before you count 'one thousand and two', you are following too close to the vehicle in front.

   Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Two-second rule (p. 49)

8. Question 8: B. 10 points

   The points table shows that drivers who are not learners or newly licensed are suspended for six months at 10 points.

   Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 1 Your Driver's Licence — Demerit Points (p. 30)

9. Question 9: D. Set the parking brake and turn off the engine

   Whenever your vehicle is left standing unattended, apply the parking brake and turn off the engine.

   Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Parking and stopping (p. 61)

10. Question 10: C. You, the driver turning left

    If one driver is going straight and the other wants to turn left, the driver turning left must yield and wait until it is safe.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Right of way (p. 44)

11. Question 11: A. It puts them under a legal duty to help you pass

    You must signal and sound your horn before passing. The horn places the driver being passed under a legal obligation to help you pass.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Overtaking and passing (p. 57)

12. Question 12: C. When the car ahead passes a landmark, count two seconds

    Pick a landmark. When the vehicle ahead passes it, count 'one thousand and one, one thousand and two' before you reach it.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Two-second rule (p. 49)

13. Question 13: C. The restricted individual stage

    Upgrading to Class 1-4 is not allowed while you are a learner or newly licensed driver, but you can upgrade in the restricted individual stage.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Introduction — Changes since publication: No upgrade while a learner or Newly Licensed Driver (p. V)

14. Question 14: B. 30 minutes

    You need to complete each part of the knowledge test within 30 minutes, and you should get your results right away.

    Official source: novascotia.ca, Take a driver knowledge test: Learner's Licence (class 7)

15. Question 15: A. Fasten it again before moving forward

    You may remove your seat belt to turn and see properly when backing, but fasten it again before you move forward.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Backing (p. 60)

16. Question 16: C. At least one week

    If you do not pass the road test, you must wait at least one week, pay another fee and book a new appointment.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 1 Your Driver's Licence — Road Test (p. 15)

17. Question 17: B. A booster seat

    Children over 18 kg who are under 145 cm tall must ride in a booster seat if they are younger than 9, unless they reach 145 cm.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Safety — Seat belts, child restraints, and the law (p. 117)

18. Question 18: D. A rear-facing child seat

    A rear-facing child restraint must never be used where there is an airbag, because a deploying airbag hits it with too much force.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 4 Safety — Airbags (p. 120)

19. Question 19: D. When your vehicle or load blocks the view of your arm

    If the vehicle or its load limits how well hand-and-arm signals can be seen, you must use signal lights.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Using your signal lights and horn (p. 53)

20. Question 20: C. Between midnight and 5:00 a.m.

    Newly licensed drivers have a curfew from midnight to 5:00 a.m. unless an experienced driver is in the front seat or they have an exemption.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 1 Your Driver's Licence — Restrictions (p. 16)

21. Question 21: B. The bridge can be opened to let boats pass

    A bridge opening sign tells you that you are nearing a bridge that can be opened so boats can pass through.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Warning signs (p. 92)

22. Question 22: B. Come to a complete stop, then go only when the way is clear

    This is a stop sign. You must bring your vehicle to a complete stop and make sure the way is clear before you go.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Stop sign (p. 80)

23. Question 23: A. As a multi-stop: stop fully, then go when it is your turn

    When the signal lights are out, treat the intersection as a multi-stop. Come to a full stop and go only when you have the right of way and it is safe.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Traffic signal lights (p. 39)

24. Question 24: A. To guide drivers around a sharp curve

    Chevron signs are posted in groups to guide drivers around sharp curves in the road.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Warning signs (p. 93)

25. Question 25: D. Turn right after a full stop, once you are sure it is safe

    Unless a sign says no turn on red, you may turn right on a red light after you stop and make sure the turn is safe.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Traffic signal lights (p. 40)

26. Question 26: C. 70 km/h

    Where a sign on the right side says so, vehicles going less than 70 km/h in a climbing lane area must use their four-way flashers.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Two-laned highway with climbing lane (p. 86)

27. Question 27: C. Check that no other train is coming

    Do not move right after a train passes. First check that there is not another train coming.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Railway crossings (p. 81)

28. Question 28: B. Drivers in both lanes share that duty

    At a merge, drivers coming from both lanes are equally responsible for making traffic merge smoothly and safely.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Warning Signs (p. 83)

29. Question 29: A. Left turns are not permitted here

    A red circle with a slash denies permission. This sign means a left turn is not permitted.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Regulatory signs (p. 89)

30. Question 30: A. No, not in either direction

    When the centre line is a double solid yellow line, you may not cross it to pass in either direction.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Rules about solid and broken lines (p. 84)

31. Question 31: A. The road is about to become a divided highway

    This sign means a divided highway is ahead. The road changes from undivided to divided.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Warning signs (p. 92)

32. Question 32: B. A yellow diamond with black letters or symbols

    Most warning signs are diamond-shaped, with black letters or symbols on a yellow background.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Warning Signs (p. 83)

33. Question 33: A. As soon as you can do it safely

    Merge as soon as it is safe. Racing to the merge point in the closing lane and pushing in at the last moment causes collisions.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Lane closures (p. 96)

34. Question 34: B. Workers are on site and could be hit

    Human activity signs show a person. They are only used when workers are on site and at risk of being hit, so take extra care.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Work zone signs (p. 97)

35. Question 35: D. Lanes get narrower, but there are just as many

    The road narrows sign means the lanes will be narrower but their number will not change. You may need to slow down for the smaller lane width.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Specific Signs (p. 99)

36. Question 36: A. No parking on either side of where the sign stands

    This sign means no parking in either direction of the sign. The arrows show that the rule applies on both sides of it.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Regulatory signs (p. 88)

37. Question 37: A. Vehicles going at different speeds

    The biggest hazard in a work zone is the difference in speed between vehicles. Travel at the same safe speed as the traffic around you.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Travelling safely through a work zone (p. 95)

38. Question 38: D. Report the driver to the police

    If you see someone driving irresponsibly through a work zone, report the driver to the police.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Work zone signs (p. 97)

39. Question 39: C. No turns; you may only go straight ahead

    This sign means no turns. The green circle permits only the action shown, which is going straight ahead.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 3 Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones — Regulatory signs (p. 88)

40. Question 40: B. Stop and obey the guard's signal

    Drivers must obey crosswalk guards who hold up a stop paddle. Failing to stop and obey could mean demerit points on your record.

    Handbook: NS Driver's Handbook, Ch. 2 Rules of the Road — Crosswalk guards (p. 42)