ICBC Driving Practice Test -6

#1. If you pull just slightly into another lane to pass a cyclist,_____.

you should mirror check, signal and shoulder check

you are doing it wrong and should pass within the same lane as the cyclist

you are doing something illegal

none of the above

#2. If you have a standard transmission, you should drive your vehicle in first gear when you are____.

driving either up or down hills, or pulling heavy loads

driving either up or down hills

pulling heavy loads

increasing your speed from 15-20 km/h to 20-30 km/h

#3. When parking your vehicle facing downhill on a two-way road, you should point your front wheels______.

to the right

straight

to the left

in any direction

#4. When parking facing uphill, which of the following should you do?

Turn your wheels away from the curb

Put on your parking brake

Both a & b

None of the above

#5. In Canada, distances between cities are always expressed in____.

metres

kilometres

miles

all of the above

#6. Making eye contact with pedestrians and other drivers is important because_____.

pedestrians may have a better shot at crossing safely

it is a good way to meet people

it helps make a good impression

it usually gets people to back off and let you go first

#7. When driving on a freeway with more than two lanes travelling in each direction, you should drive in_____.

either the centre lane or right-hand lane

the centre lane

the left-hand lane

the right-hand lane

#8. You may adjust your seat or the steering wheel while your vehicle is moving.

True

False

*False

Correct Answer: Never adjust your seat or the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving.

#9. Your class 5 road test may include____.

entering and exiting a highway, using a restaurant drive-through, and driving with a pet in the car

lane changes, intersection manoeuvres, and using a restaurant drive-through

reverse stall parking, driving with a child in the car, and hill parking

lane changes, three-point turns, and parallel parking

#10. On a road with 3 or more lanes, what is the blocking position for the centre lane?

A little left of the centre of the lane

A little to the right of the centre of the lane

Far left of the centre of the lane

Far right of the centre of the lane

#11. Why is it advisable to maintain an increased following distance behind a large truck?

Facing uphill when stopped at a traffic light, the truck could roll back right before it moves forward.

Large vehicles may spray water, dirt or other debris onto your windshield when raining.

You will have a larger range of vision.

All of the above

#12. Drinking one glass of beer before driving is____.

OK as an accompaniment to a large meal

risky because it can impair driving abilities

not bad because beer contains relatively little alcohol

good if taken with a cup of regular coffee

#13. You should allow yourself plenty of time when driving somewhere, because it

will help you avoid the anger and frustration of possibly arriving late.

allows you more time to make phone calls while driving.

allows you more time to enjoy the scenery.

is better for your car to drive at low speeds.

#14. During the GLP program, you will need to hold your Class 7L learner's licence for____.

a minimum 3 months

a minimum 12 months

a minimum 6 months

a minimum 24 months

#15. What should you do before you start the engine?

Always adjust your seat.

Always adjust your head restraint.

Always adjust your mirrors.

All of the above

#16. Which of the following is a hazard?

Animals

Other vehicles

Pedestrians

All of the above

#17. When approaching a bus that has flashing red lights, you must____.

blow your horn to let the bus know you are in close proximity

slow down

accelerate

stop

#18. The most dangerous blind spots are____.

to the sides of your vehicle

in the front of your vehicle

in the back of your vehicle

All of the above

#19. When roads are wet, you should allow____.

three times the normal braking distance

the same amount of braking distance as normal

slightly more than normal braking distance

twice the normal braking distance

#20. What is FALSE about head restraints?

Closer head restraints can be twice as effective in preventing injuries than if they’re set too far back.

You should Position your head restraint as close to the back of your head as possible.

Head restraints are unnecessary.

Head restraints can help prevent soft tissue injuries.

#21. What proportion of the air pollutants in the Lower Fraser Valley could be attributed to cars and light-duty trucks?

One-fourth of air pollutants

One-third of air pollutants

One-half of air pollutants

Two-thirds of air pollutants

#22. When police officers are directing traffic, which of the following is most correct?

You must follow their directions even if they are different from traffic lights or signs.

You must follow their directions if they are different from signs, but not traffic lights.

You should follow only traffic lights or signs.

None of the above

#23. When driving, you must buckle up_______.

on short trips only

on long trips only

all the time

sometimes

#24. Whiplash is an injury to the____ after being subjected to a snapping motion.

neck

head

shoulders

any of the above

#25. You may drive on the shoulder to pass a vehicle turning left and____.

only if the shoulder is paved

you have an unpaved shoulder

in either case

None of the above

#26. At a railway crossing, you must stop at least____.

5 metres from the nearest rail

3 metres from the nearest rail

2 metres from the nearest rail

7 metres from the nearest rail

#27. At an uncontrolled intersection, you should_____.

come to a complete stop, make sure it is safe and proceed with caution

slow down, make sure it is safe and proceed with caution

proceed through the intersection at your usual speed

enter the intersection, stop, make sure it is safe and proceed with caution

#28. Being a safe driver requires learning, planning, predicting and thinking for yourself.

True

False

#29. Which of the following is NOT true about the "park" transmission gear?

You should use it when you are starting your vehicle.

You should use it when you are parked.

It causes your white "reverse" lights to turn on.

It functions by locking the transmission.

#30. Traffic on the through road must have immediate right-of-way at_____.

intersections controlled by left-turn signals

intersections that are controlled by yield signs

intersections that are controlled by traffic signals

uncontrolled intersections.

#31. In order to conserve fuel in vehicles with automatic transmissions, you should use "overdrive" when driving

at least 30 km/h.

at least 20 km/h.

at least 40 km/h.

at least 10 km/h.

#32. In British Columbia, do cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers?

Yes.

No.

Cyclists have the same responsibilities but not the same rights.

Cyclists have the same rights but not the same responsibilities.

#33. When scanning ahead while driving, you should be looking ahead____.

three blocks when driving in the city and half a kilometre when driving on the highway.

two blocks when driving in the city and a kilometre when driving on the highway.

five blocks when driving in the city and a kilometre when driving on the highway.

look down the road 10 to 15 seconds ahead of your vehicle.

#34. Which of the following types of glasses should not be worn when driving at night?

Bi-focal

Half-moon

Round

Tinted

#35. In a two-way left-turn lane, drivers______.

travelling in either direction may turn left or go straight

travelling in either direction may turn left

travelling in either direction may turn left or right

may pass other vehicles

#36. How should you position your vehicle within your lane?

Stay in the centre.

Keep to the right-hand side.

Keep to the left-hand side.

It depends on the situation.

#37. While approaching an intersection, you notice a skateboarder heading along the sidewalk but near to a crosswalk, you should_______.

keep going

drive as fast as you can

be cautious and slow down

stop

#38. Driving much slower than the surrounding traffic____.

can be hazardous

is appropriate if you don’t know the speed limit

is appropriate if other drivers are speeding

is always safe

#39. As signalling is an important part of road safety, you should signal to other drivers before you____.

change lanes

turn either left or right

park your vehicle

do any of the above

*Signals are important — they let other traffic know what you are intending to do. Signal when you’re preparing to:
• turn left or right
• change lanes
• park
• move toward, or away from, the side of the road.

#40. The minimum distance you are required to park from a stop sign, traffic light or crosswalk is_____.

1 metre

3 metres

5 metres

6 metres

#41. What is the first thing you need to do when approaching a traffic circle?

Obey any posted signs placed for traffic control, such as "yield" or "stop" signs.

Travel around the traffic circle in a counter-clockwise direction.

Slow down.

Yield to traffic that is already travelling in the traffic circle. If you and another vehicle arrive at the same moment, you should yield to the vehicle that is on your right.

#42. In British Columbia, U-turns are prohibited_____.

on a curve

on or near the crest of a hill, if visibility is limited

where a sign prohibits U-turns

in all of the above situations

#43. All your driving maneuvers combine which of the following four skills?

Braking, communications, steering and backing up

Speed control, steering, space margins and communication

Accelerating, braking, shifting gears and eye contact

Speed control, steering, listening and watching the console

#44. Which of the following is NOT true about tires?

The tires do not have to match as long as they feel similar while you're driving.

By avoiding sudden starts and stops, you can help extend the life of your tires.

You should keep them inflated to the recommended level of pressure for the tire brand and for your vehicle.

You should rotate your vehicle's tires regularly so they wear evenly.

#45. You can use cruise control_____.

in urban areas

under ideal highway driving conditions

on wet, slippery, snowy or icy surfaces

when you are tired

#46. When turning right on a red signal light, what are you required to do before entering the intersection and making a turn?

Come to a complete stop, wait until the way is clear and then proceed with caution

Slow down, signal and turn

Slow down, then proceed with caution

Stop, then edge into traffic

#47. It can take _________ the normal braking distance for a driver to stop on ice.

four times

ten times

two times

five times

#48. You must be cautious when driving on many of B.C.'s back roads because____.

they are logging roads, and you should yield to logging trucks

they are only for large trucks, and passenger vehicles are forbidden to drive on them

nobody is allowed to drive on them

they are overrun by dangerous wildlife

#49. Which of the following statements about your seat and position in the vehicle is TRUE?

You should sit upright, never with a reclined seat.

With your right foot, you should reach the floor behind the brake pedal and still have a slight bend in your leg.

You should keep your left foot comfortably on the space to the left of the brake pedal or clutch pedal.

All of the above

*More info:

Push the small of your back into the seat
sit upright, never with a reclined seat
with your right foot, reach the floor behind the brake pedal and still have a slight bend in your leg
turn the steering wheel and keep your arms slightly bent
reach all the controls
keep your left foot comfortably on the space to the left of the brake pedal or clutch pedal.
You should also be at least 25 cm (10 in) away from the driver’s airbag.

#50. It is legal to make a U-turn _______.

at any time

near a railway crossing or hilltop

on a curve in the road

none of the above