Highway and Expressway Driving Flashcards

On a two-lane highway in Manitoba, when is it legal to pass another vehicle?

Answer: When the centre line is a broken yellow line on your side and you can see far enough ahead to pass safely

Passing on a two-lane highway is legal when the centre line on your side is broken (dashed) yellow, meaning you have clear sight distance. You must be able to see far enough ahead to complete the pass safely before any oncoming traffic arrives.

What does a solid yellow centre line on your side of a Manitoba highway mean?

Answer: No passing — it is illegal to cross this line to pass

A solid yellow line on your side of the centre line means no passing. It is illegal to cross this line to overtake another vehicle. The line is solid in areas with limited visibility such as curves, hills, and near intersections.

On a Manitoba highway, what is the proper way to handle a head-on collision threat?

Answer: Brake hard, steer right toward the shoulder or ditch — never swerve into oncoming traffic lanes

If a head-on collision is imminent, brake firmly and steer to the right — toward the shoulder or ditch. A ditch collision is survivable at reduced speed; a head-on collision often is not. Never swerve left into oncoming traffic lanes.

What should you do when driving on a Manitoba highway and an oncoming vehicle has its high beams on, blinding you?

Answer: Look toward the right edge of the road, reduce speed, and avoid looking directly at the oncoming headlights

When blinded by oncoming high beams, shift your gaze to the right edge (fog line) of the road to maintain your lane position. Reduce speed and avoid looking directly at the headlights. A quick flash of your own high beams may alert the other driver.

On a Manitoba expressway, is it legal to stop on the shoulder to use your cellphone?

Answer: No — the shoulder is for emergencies only, not routine stops

Highway shoulders are reserved for emergencies such as breakdowns, medical emergencies, or when directed by police. Stopping on the shoulder for non-emergency purposes like phone calls is illegal and dangerous.

When driving on a Manitoba divided highway, what does a 'DO NOT CROSS MEDIAN' sign mean?

Answer: Do not cross the centre median strip to reach the opposite carriageway — use designated crossovers only

This sign prohibits crossing the median strip to access the opposite direction of travel. Crossing the median is extremely dangerous and illegal. Use designated crossover points, intersections, or exits only.