Road Rules Practice Test 1 for ICBC Driving Tests

Sample Test Set 1 – Road Rules

Road Rules Sample Knowledge Test - Set 1

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Question 1

A playground zone sign indicating a speed limit of 30 km/h means?

A	You must slow down to indicated speed during hazardous conditions.
B	You must slow down to indicated speed from dawn to dusk.
C	You must slow down to indicated speed at all times.
D	You must slow down to indicated speed between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on school days.

Question 2

What should you do when turning left at an uncontrolled intersection?

A	Stop, then proceed as you have right-of-way.
B	Stop, then sound horn as your intention to make the turn.
C	Left turns are given the lowest priority. You must stop and wait until no traffic is visible in any direction.
D	Yield to approaching cars.

Question 3

When is it a good idea to use hand signals in addition to a turn signal?

A	Whenever stopping.
B	Whenever turning a corner.
C	When pulling out from a line of parked cars.
D	Whenever changing lanes.

Question 4

Except when you intend to make a left turn or overtake and pass another vehicle, you should:

A	Keep well to the left.
B	Drive on the shoulder of the highway.
C	Drive in the centre of the roadway.
D	Keep well to the right.

Question 5

What does a flashing red light ahead indicate?

A	A stop and go intersection used to control traffic flow.
B	You must slow down and then proceed when it is safe.
C	You must stop and then proceed only when it is safe to do so
D	You must stop and then wait for the light to turn green before proceeding.

Question 6

What should you do when a vehicle is stopped at a marked crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to cross?

A	Pass the stopped vehicle to the right.
B	Not to pass any vehicle stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross.
C	Stop, sound horn and wait for the other driver's signal to pass.
D	Pass the stopped vehicle on the left.

Question 7

When may you lend your driver's licence?

A	To a new driver who forgot their licence at home.
B	For identification purposes only.
C	In a case of emergency.
D	Never.

Question 8

Never change lanes without:

A	Signalling and decreasing speed.
B	Blowing your horn and providing the appropriate hand signal.
C	Signalling, checking the rear view mirror and checking blind spots.
D	Checking the rear view mirror.

Question 9

Where a right turn against a red signal light is permitted, before entering the intersection and making the turn, the law requires you to?

A	Slow down, signal and turn.
B	Stop and then edge into traffic.
C	Stop, signal and make the turn so as not to interfere with other traffic, including pedestrians.
D	Slow down and proceed with caution.

Question 10

When approaching a railway crossing where an electrical or mechanical signal device is warning of the approach of a train, you must:

A	Slow down and proceed with caution.
B	Stop not less than 1.5 metres (5 feet) from the nearest rail.
C	Increase speed and cross tracks as quickly as possible.
D	Stop not less than 5 metres (15 feet) from the nearest rail.

Question 11

Where traffic is moving in both directions, in what position must you be before making a left turn?

A	Close to the left-hand side of the roadway.
B	It does not matter, provided you signal and the way is clear.
C	Immediately to the right of the center-line of the roadway.
D	Close to the right-hand side of the roadway.

Question 12

The broken center-line on a roadway indicates that you may:

A	Pass at any time.
B	Pass if the way is clear.
C	Never pass.
D	Pass only during daylight hours.

Question 13

What should you do when approaching a railway crossing?

A	All answers are correct.
B	Watch out for cyclists.
C	Watch for active railway warning lights.
D	Remain aware.

Question 14

When is a right turn on a red light permitted?

A	After you have come to a complete stop and yielded to traffic.
B	After you have come to a complete stop and yielded to pedestrians.
C	When there are no signs prohibiting a right turn on a red light.
D	All answers are correct.

Question 15

The hand & arm signal for slowing or stopping is indicated by which of the following:

A	Arm straight out the window.
B	Arm out and up.
C	Circle motion.
D	Arm out and down.

Question 16

What is the minimum required distance when following a fire truck?

A	1500 metres
B	100 metres
C	15 metres
D	150 metres

Question 17

Your vehicle's turn signals should be used:

A	All answers are correct.
B	When pulling over or out.
C	When turning.
D	When changing lanes.

Question 18

You should be within _____ centimeters from the curb when parallel parking.

A	50
B	25
C	10
D	30

Question 19

What is the distance you must stop from railroad tracks?

A	3 metres from the nearest rail.
B	5 metres from the furthest rail.
C	5 metres from the rail tracks.
D	5 metres from the nearest rail.

Question 20

When will ICBC issue a driver penalty point (DPP) bill?

A	Only if criminal charges are pending.
B	Just before your birthday.
C	As each violation is committed.
D	After you have accumulated 17 penalty points.

Question 21

When deciding to make a 'U' turn, your first consideration should be to check:

A	Turning clearance of your car.
B	Weather conditions.
C	Traffic regulations.
D	Height of any barriers.

Question 22

What is the minimum parking distance from a fire hydrant?

A	3 metres.
B	10 metres.
C	5 metres.
D	15 metres.

Question 23

'HOV' stands for?

A	Highway Over Volume
B	Heavy Over-extended Vehicle
C	High Occupancy Vehicle
D	Highway Occupancy Vehicle

Question 24

Drivers who refuse to provide a breath sample...

A	Will have their vehicle impounded for 30 days.
B	All answers are correct
C	May face criminal charges.
D	Will face an immediate 90-day driving ban and a $500 fine.

Question 25

When driving behind or beside a large vehicle, you should avoid...

A	Passing.
B	Driving in their blind spot.
C	Using the stereo / radio.
D	Making an eye contact.

Question 26

Which is correct, while driving?

A	You may hold or operate a portable music or gaming device.
B	You may adjust your GPS system.
C	You may read and send text messages.
D	All are incorrect.

Question 27

What should you do when approaching an intersection where the traffic signal light is red and a police officer motions you to go through?

A	Stop to make sure he wants you to go through.
B	Obey the policeman's signal and proceed.
C	Wait until the light turns green.
D	Call the policeman's attention to the red light.

Question 28

When your steering wheel houses an airbag, where should you position your hands?

A	At the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position or the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock position.
B	At the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position or the 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock position.
C	At the 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock position or the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock position.
D	At the 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock positions.

Question 29

Which of the following can be considered hazardous?

A	A large truck in the lane beside you
B	Inclement weather conditions
C	All answers are correct
D	A curve or hill blocking your vision

Question 30

A licenced driver changes his or her address. The law requires you to notify the ICBC...

A	Within 15 days.
B	At any time prior to renewal of licence.
C	Within 30 days.
D	Within 10 days.

Question 31

A school zone sign indicating a speed limit of 30 km/h means?

A	You must slow down to indicated speed between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on school days.
B	You must slow down to indicated speed at all times.
C	You must slow down to indicated speed between 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday.
D	You must slow down to indicated speed during hazardous conditions.

Question 32

A traffic light with a steady green arrow pointing left or right indicates which of the following?

A	You are permitted to turn in the direction of the arrow, as long as the intersection is clear.
B	End of the roadway.
C	You must stop and proceed in the direction of the arrow with caution.
D	You have ultimate right-of-way and can proceed through.

Question 33

When approaching a stop sign where there is no stop line, sidewalk or crosswalk, you should:

A	Stop 4 metres back from the intersection and inch up slowly
B	Slow down and then proceed with caution
C	Stop just prior to entering the intersection
D	Stop only if instructed to by a pedestrian

Question 34

Under what circumstances is a hands-free device permitted?

A	You are enrolled in GLP.
B	When it is voice-activated or Bluetooth-enabled and plugs easily into one or both ears for all vehicle types.
C	When it is voice-activated or requires only one touch to initiate, accept or end a call.
D	If your licence clearly denotes Bluetooth driver.

Question 35

Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit on a highway outside of a city, town, village or built-up area is:

A	80 km/hr
B	100 km/hr
C	60 km/hr
D	50 km/hr

Question 36

When is it permitted to pass another vehicle on the right side?

A	Provided it is possible to do so by driving on the shoulder of the road.
B	Allowed only when the street or highway has two or more lanes for traffic in the direction you are traveling.
C	Not permitted under any circumstances.
D	On any street or highway.

Question 37

A flashing green light ahead indicates:

A	A pedestrian-controlled traffic light where you can continue through, as long as the way is clear.
B	The Buses have a priority.
C	A malfunction.
D	You must give right-of-way to pedestrians and all other vehicles, including emergency vehicles.

Question 38

On approaching an intersection, you notice the road is blocked with traffic. What should you do?

A	Sound horn to warn cars ahead to move on.
B	Keep as close as possible to the car ahead.
C	Proceed slowly into the intersection until the traffic ahead moves on.
D	Stop before entering the intersection and wait until traffic ahead moves on.

Question 39

Where is a 'U' turn not permitted?

A	Intersections where there is a traffic light.
B	All answers are correct.
C	Where the turn interferes with other traffic.
D	On a curve.

Question 40

A solid center-line on a roadway is on your side of a broken center-line. What does the solid center-line on your side indicate?

A	It is unsafe to overtake and pass.
B	Overtake and pass with caution.
C	Pass at your discretion.
D	Pass only when no traffic is in sight.

Question 41

When approaching a YIELD sign, what does the law require you to do?

A	Stop, and then enter traffic quickly.
B	Slow down, stop if necessary, and yield right-of-way.
C	Speed up and merge with traffic.
D	Stop, and then enter traffic slowly.

Question 42

Every accident must be reported to the police where there is a personal injury or when damages exceed:

A	$2,000
B	$500
C	$1,000
D	$5,000

Question 43

When approaching an intersection where the signal light is green, right-of-way is given to?

A	Pedestrians crossing with the light.
B	Pedestrians crossing against the light.
C	Vehicles turning right.
D	Vehicles turning left.

Question 44

In good weather conditions, you are required to keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front of you. You should keep at least:

A	2 car lengths behind the other vehicle.
B	A 1 second distance behind the other vehicle.
C	A 2 second distance behind the other vehicle.
D	1 car length behind the other vehicle.

Question 45

What should you do when approaching a potential hazard?

A	Quickly drive past the hazard to prevent delays
B	Slow down and perform a 'U' turn
C	Contact 911 immediately to report the situation
D	Slow down by removing your foot from the accelerator and resting it on the brake

Question 46

A white diamond symbol painted on the road surface indicates which of the following?

A	Bikes lane.
B	Reserved lane use. Posted signs indicate which vehicles are allowed.
C	High-occupancy vehicles only.
D	Buses only.

Question 47

You should always do the following at uncontrolled intersections:

A	You must come to a complete stop, make sure it is safe, and then proceed with caution.
B	You must slow down, make sure it is safe, and then proceed with caution.
C	The fastest vehicle always has right-of-way.
D	Stop and horn your intention to proceed through intersection.

Question 48

The nearest a driver may park to a fire hydrant is:

A	6 metres
B	5 feet
C	5 metres
D	10 metres

Question 49

A driver entering a highway from a private road or driveway must:

A	Enter highway as quickly as possible.
B	Give hand signal, then take right-of-way.
C	Sound horn and proceed with caution.
D	Yield to all vehicles approaching on the highway.

Question 50

A driver whose licence is under suspension, may...

A	Not operate a motor vehicle under any conditions.
B	Operate a motor vehicle when accompanied by a licenced driver.
C	Operate a motor vehicle in case of emergency.
D	Operate a motor vehicle to and from work only.

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