Manitoba Class 5 Learner's Driving Test Winter Driving Manitoba 2

Question 1

Why are bridges and overpasses more dangerous than regular road surfaces in Manitoba winter conditions?

Accepted Answer

They freeze before regular road surfaces because cold air circulates above and below them

Answer

They are narrower than regular roads

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They have weaker pavement

Answer

They are always in shade

Question 2

What should you do if you get stuck in deep snow on a Manitoba road?

Accepted Answer

Gently rock the vehicle between forward and reverse, use sand or kitty litter for traction, and dig around the tires

Answer

Spin the tires at high speed to dig out

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Abandon the vehicle and walk for help

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Accelerate hard in one direction

Question 3

In a Manitoba blizzard with whiteout conditions, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Pull completely off the road when safe, activate hazard lights, and wait for conditions to improve

Answer

Keep driving slowly with high beams on

Answer

Follow the taillights of the vehicle ahead closely

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Turn off all lights to avoid glare

Question 4

What type of headlights should you use when driving in falling snow or fog in Manitoba?

Accepted Answer

Low beams — high beams reflect off snow and fog, reducing visibility

Answer

High beams for maximum visibility

Answer

Fog lights only, with headlights off

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Hazard lights instead of headlights

Question 5

What is the danger of leaving your vehicle running in an enclosed space (e.g., garage) to warm up during Manitoba winters?

Accepted Answer

Carbon monoxide from the exhaust can build up to deadly levels in enclosed spaces

Answer

It wastes fuel

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It damages the engine

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There is no danger if the garage door is partially open

Question 6

How does cold weather affect your vehicle's tire pressure in Manitoba?

Accepted Answer

Tire pressure drops in cold weather — approximately 1 PSI for every 5°C temperature drop

Answer

Cold has no effect on tire pressure

Answer

Tire pressure increases in cold weather

Answer

Only winter tires lose pressure in cold weather