Speed Limits and Space Management Flashcards
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What must you do when approaching a school bus that has stopped with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm?
Answer: Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing
When a school bus activates red lights and extends its stop arm, all vehicles must stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing.
How far must you stop from a school bus with its stop arm extended?
Answer: At least 20 metres
Alberta law requires vehicles to stop at least 20 metres from a school bus when its stop arm is extended.
In adverse weather conditions, how should you adjust your following distance?
Answer: Double it to at least 4 seconds
In wet, icy, or low-visibility conditions, doubling your following distance to at least 4 seconds gives you extra time to react and stop.
What does the 'basic speed rule' mean in Alberta?
Answer: Drive at a speed that is safe for current road and weather conditions, regardless of the posted limit
The basic speed rule means you must drive at a safe speed for conditions — even if conditions make the posted limit unsafe.
What is the speed limit on gravel roads in Alberta unless otherwise posted?
Answer: 80 km/h
The default speed limit on gravel roads in Alberta is 80 km/h unless signs indicate otherwise.
At what minimum speed should you use your vehicle's headlights in low visibility conditions?
Answer: Headlights are required whenever visibility is reduced below 150 metres
Alberta law requires headlights whenever visibility is reduced to less than 150 metres, regardless of the time of day.