Class 7 Alberta Traffic Laws 4

Question 1

What does Alberta law require when you are driving and approach a playground zone?

Accepted Answer

Slow down to 30 km/h from 8:30 AM to one hour after sunset

Answer

In Alberta, the playground zone speed limit of 30 km/h is in effect from 8:30 AM to one hour after sunset, every day of the year, including weekends and holidays.

Question 2

In Alberta, what is the law regarding child car seats?

Accepted Answer

Children must use an appropriate child restraint until they are 6 years old and weigh at least 18 kg (40 lbs)

Answer

Alberta law requires children to be secured in an appropriate child safety seat until they are at least 6 years old and weigh at least 18 kg. After that, they must use a seatbelt.

Question 3

What is the 'Move Over' law in Alberta?

Accepted Answer

You must move over one lane or slow down when passing a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights

Answer

Alberta's Move Over law requires drivers to move over to the far lane when passing stopped emergency vehicles and tow trucks with flashing lights. If you cannot move over, you must slow to 60 km/h or lower.

Question 4

Under Alberta law, when can you legally drive in a bus lane?

Accepted Answer

When making a right turn within the last 50 metres before an intersection

Answer

In Alberta, you may enter a bus lane to make a right turn, but only within the last 50 metres before the intersection. You must not travel in the bus lane beyond that distance.

Question 5

In Alberta, what is required when towing a trailer?

Accepted Answer

The trailer must have functioning lights, a secure hitch, and safety chains

Answer

Alberta law requires all towed trailers to have functioning signal and brake lights, a properly rated and secured hitch, and safety chains as a backup connection to the towing vehicle.

Alberta Class 7 Practice Test

Alberta Class 7 Practice Test

Class 7 Alberta Traffic Laws 4