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What shape is used for Stop signs?

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Octagon

The octagon shape is universally recognized as a stop sign.

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What does a triangle road sign indicate?

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Yield

Yield signs are typically triangular in shape.

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What is the meaning of a rectangle road sign?

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Regulation/info

Rectangle signs often provide regulatory information, such as speed limits.

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What does a circular road sign indicate?

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Railway Crossing

Circular signs often warn of railway crossings.

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What is the meaning of a diamond-shaped road sign?

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Warning

Diamond signs are used to indicate warnings such as ‘Curve Ahead’ or ‘Merge’.

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What does the color red signify on a road sign?

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Stop/prohibited

Red is used to indicate stop or prohibited actions.

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What does the color yellow signify on a road sign?

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Caution/warning

Yellow signs warn drivers of potential hazards.

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What does the color green signify on a road sign?

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Direction/permission

Green indicates directions or permissions.

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What is the meaning of a blue road sign?

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Information/services

Blue signs provide information about services.

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What does a white road sign indicate?

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Regulatory

White signs typically convey regulatory information.

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What does an orange road sign indicate?

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Construction

Orange is used to indicate construction zones.

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What is the right-of-way rule at 4-way stops?

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The vehicle on the right goes first if arrivals are simultaneous

This is known as the ‘Right Before Left’ rule.

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What should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches?

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Pull over to the right and stop

Always yield to emergency vehicles with lights and sirens.

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What is the Two-Second Rule?

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Stay at least 2 seconds behind the vehicle in front

In poor weather, increase to 4 seconds.

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What is the parking regulation regarding urban curbs?

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Park within 1 metre of the curb

This is a standard requirement in urban areas.

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What is the speed limit in urban areas unless posted otherwise?

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50 km/h

This is the standard speed limit in urban settings.

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What is the maximum speed limit in rural areas unless posted?

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80 km/h

Rural roads typically have a speed limit of 80 km/h.

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What is the speed limit in school zones during posted hours?

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30 km/h

School zones have a reduced speed limit for safety.

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What is the blood alcohol content (BAC) requirement for learners?

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0.00%

Learners must have zero tolerance for alcohol.

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What should you do before turning or changing lanes?

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Signal at least 30 metres before

Signaling is crucial for safe driving.

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What are the steps for parallel parking?

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  1. Find a spot
  2. Pull alongside
  3. Reverse and turn (initial)
  4. Straighten wheels and continue reversing
  5. Reverse and turn (final)
  6. Adjust

This method allows you to park parallel to the curb.

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What should you do when entering a roundabout?

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Yield to traffic already in the roundabout

Enter the roundabout when it is safe.

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What does a solid yellow line indicate?

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You usually cannot pass or cross this line

Solid yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions.

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What does a broken white line indicate?
You can change lanes or pass if it is safe to do so ## Footnote Broken white lines separate traffic lanes moving in the same direction.
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What should you do if your tires blow out?
Hold steering wheel firmly, ease off gas, steer to a safe stop ## Footnote This is crucial for maintaining control of the vehicle.
27
What should you do if you experience brake failure?
Pump brakes, shift to lower gear, use parking brake ## Footnote These actions can help slow down the vehicle safely.
28
When should you use high beams while driving?
When no oncoming traffic or vehicles ahead ## Footnote High beams provide better visibility in dark conditions.
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What should you do if you're tired while driving?
Pull over and rest ## Footnote Fatigue can impair driving ability.
30
What is the rule regarding school buses when their red lights flash?
Stop when red lights flash, regardless of your direction ## Footnote This rule applies unless on a divided highway.
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What is the purpose of HOV lane markings?
Restrict vehicles to those with a certain number of occupants ## Footnote HOV stands for High-Occupancy Vehicle.
32
What should you do at a railway crossing if a train is approaching?
Stop at least 5 metres from the nearest rail ## Footnote Always be prepared to stop at railway crossings.
33
What is the meaning of a solid white line at an intersection?
Indicates where you must stop ## Footnote Solid white lines are often used for stop lines.
34
What shape is used for Stop signs?
Octagon ## Footnote The octagon shape is universally recognized as a stop sign.
35
What does a triangle road sign indicate?
Yield ## Footnote Yield signs are typically triangular in shape.
36
What is the meaning of a rectangle road sign?
Regulation/info ## Footnote Rectangle signs often provide regulatory information, such as speed limits.
37
What does a circular road sign indicate?
Railway Crossing ## Footnote Circular signs often warn of railway crossings.
38
What is the meaning of a diamond-shaped road sign?
Warning ## Footnote Diamond signs are used to indicate warnings such as 'Curve Ahead' or 'Merge'.
39
What does the color red signify on a road sign?
Stop/prohibited ## Footnote Red is used to indicate stop or prohibited actions.
40
What does the color yellow signify on a road sign?
Caution/warning ## Footnote Yellow signs warn drivers of potential hazards.
41
What does the color green signify on a road sign?
Direction/permission ## Footnote Green indicates directions or permissions.
42
What is the meaning of a blue road sign?
Information/services ## Footnote Blue signs provide information about services.
43
What does a white road sign indicate?
Regulatory ## Footnote White signs typically convey regulatory information.
44
What does an orange road sign indicate?
Construction ## Footnote Orange is used to indicate construction zones.
45
What is the right-of-way rule at 4-way stops?
The vehicle on the right goes first if arrivals are simultaneous ## Footnote This is known as the 'Right Before Left' rule.
46
What should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches?
Pull over to the right and stop ## Footnote Always yield to emergency vehicles with lights and sirens.
47
What is the Two-Second Rule?
Stay at least 2 seconds behind the vehicle in front ## Footnote In poor weather, increase to 4 seconds.
48
What is the parking regulation regarding urban curbs?
Park within 1 metre of the curb ## Footnote This is a standard requirement in urban areas.
49
What is the speed limit in urban areas unless posted otherwise?
50 km/h ## Footnote This is the standard speed limit in urban settings.
50
What is the maximum speed limit in rural areas unless posted?
80 km/h ## Footnote Rural roads typically have a speed limit of 80 km/h.
51
What is the speed limit in school zones during posted hours?
30 km/h ## Footnote School zones have a reduced speed limit for safety.
52
What is the blood alcohol content (BAC) requirement for learners?
0.00% ## Footnote Learners must have zero tolerance for alcohol.
53
What should you do before turning or changing lanes?
Signal at least 30 metres before ## Footnote Signaling is crucial for safe driving.
54
What are the steps for parallel parking?
1. Find a spot 2. Pull alongside 3. Reverse and turn (initial) 4. Straighten wheels and continue reversing 5. Reverse and turn (final) 6. Adjust ## Footnote This method allows you to park parallel to the curb.
55
What should you do when entering a roundabout?
Yield to traffic already in the roundabout ## Footnote Enter the roundabout when it is safe.
56
What does a solid yellow line indicate?
You usually cannot pass or cross this line ## Footnote Solid yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions.
57
What does a broken white line indicate?
You can change lanes or pass if it is safe to do so ## Footnote Broken white lines separate traffic lanes moving in the same direction.
58
What should you do if your tires blow out?
Hold steering wheel firmly, ease off gas, steer to a safe stop ## Footnote This is crucial for maintaining control of the vehicle.
59
What should you do if you experience brake failure?
Pump brakes, shift to lower gear, use parking brake ## Footnote These actions can help slow down the vehicle safely.
60
When should you use high beams while driving?
When no oncoming traffic or vehicles ahead ## Footnote High beams provide better visibility in dark conditions.
61
What should you do if you're tired while driving?
Pull over and rest ## Footnote Fatigue can impair driving ability.
62
What is the rule regarding school buses when their red lights flash?
Stop when red lights flash, regardless of your direction ## Footnote This rule applies unless on a divided highway.
63
What is the purpose of HOV lane markings?
Restrict vehicles to those with a certain number of occupants ## Footnote HOV stands for High-Occupancy Vehicle.
64
What should you do at a railway crossing if a train is approaching?
Stop at least 5 metres from the nearest rail ## Footnote Always be prepared to stop at railway crossings.
65
What is the meaning of a solid white line at an intersection?
Indicates where you must stop ## Footnote Solid white lines are often used for stop lines.

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