Alberta Motor Association AMA Learner's License Basic 4

Question 1

What does a solid white line between lanes on a highway indicate?

Accepted Answer

Lane changes are discouraged but not prohibited

Answer

A solid white line discourages lane changes but does not legally prohibit them the way solid yellow lines restrict passing.

Question 2

What is the correct procedure when a traffic signal is not working at an intersection?

Accepted Answer

Treat the intersection as if it has a stop sign on all approaches

Answer

A non-functioning traffic signal is treated like a four-way stop — all drivers must stop and yield in turn.

Question 3

Under Alberta's GDL program, what restriction applies to a learner driver regarding passengers?

Accepted Answer

A qualified supervisor must be in the front passenger seat at all times

Answer

A GDL learner must always have a qualified supervisor seated in the front passenger seat when operating a vehicle.

Question 4

What is the recommended action when driving through a large puddle or standing water on the road?

Accepted Answer

Steer around it if possible; if not, drive through slowly and test brakes afterward

Answer

Drive through slowly to avoid hydroplaning, then lightly apply brakes to dry the rotors once you are clear.

Question 5

In Alberta, what is the speed limit in a school zone during posted hours unless otherwise indicated?

Accepted Answer

30 km/h

Answer

The standard school zone speed limit in Alberta is 30 km/h during the hours posted on the school zone sign.

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