Highway and Expressway Driving Flashcards

On a Manitoba two-lane highway, how much clear distance ahead should you be able to see before starting a pass?

Answer: At least 300 metres or enough distance to safely complete the pass and return to your lane

Before passing on a two-lane highway, you need sufficient clear distance ahead to accelerate, pass, and return to your lane safely — typically at least 300 metres or more depending on speed. If you cannot see clearly that far, do not pass.

What should you do if an aggressive driver is tailgating you on a Manitoba highway?

Answer: Move to the right lane when safe and let them pass — do not engage or escalate

If an aggressive driver is tailgating you, the safest response is to move to the right lane when safe and let them pass. Do not brake-check, speed up to race, or make confrontational gestures. Report aggressive driving if it is severe.

On a Manitoba expressway, what does a 'LANE ENDS — MERGE LEFT' sign mean?

Answer: Your current lane is ending and you must merge safely into the lane to your left

This sign warns that your current lane is ending ahead. You must signal and safely merge into the lane to your left before the lane disappears. Begin merging early rather than waiting until the last moment.

What is the safe way to handle a curve on a Manitoba highway?

Answer: Reduce speed before the curve, maintain a steady speed through it, and accelerate gently as you exit

The safest way to handle a curve is to reduce speed before entering it, maintain a steady speed through the curve, and gently accelerate as you exit. Braking in a curve can cause a loss of traction and control.

On a Manitoba highway, what is the purpose of a 'PASSING LANE AHEAD' sign?

Answer: A third lane will be added for slower vehicles to stay right while faster vehicles pass safely

A passing lane sign means an additional lane is being added temporarily to allow passing on a two-lane highway. Slower traffic should move to the right lane, and faster traffic can pass safely in the left lane.

What should you do before entering a highway from a stop sign at a rural intersection in Manitoba?

Answer: Look left, right, and left again — checking for traffic from both directions before proceeding

Before entering a highway from a stop sign, you must stop completely and look left, right, and left again. This ensures you check for traffic from both directions, including any vehicles you may have missed on your first look left.