SAAQ Adverse Driving Conditions 3

Question 1

When approaching an intersection during freezing rain, you should:

Accepted Answer

Begin braking well in advance since stopping distances are greatly increased

Answer

Freezing rain creates extremely slippery surfaces, and drivers must anticipate stops much earlier than normal to avoid sliding through intersections.

Question 2

Which tires are legally required in Québec from December 1 to March 15?

Accepted Answer

Winter (snow) tires on all four wheels

Answer

Québec law requires all vehicles to be equipped with four winter tires from December 1 to March 15 to ensure adequate traction in cold conditions.

Question 3

Strong crosswinds are most dangerous for which type of vehicle?

Accepted Answer

High-profile vehicles like trucks, vans, and trailers

Answer

High-profile vehicles have a large surface area that catches wind, making them susceptible to being pushed out of their lane or tipping.

Question 4

When driving through a flooded road, you should:

Accepted Answer

Never drive through floodwater — turn around

Answer

It is impossible to judge the depth or current of floodwater by sight; just 15 cm of moving water can sweep a car off the road.

Question 5

Driving into bright sun glare is dangerous because:

Accepted Answer

It can temporarily blind the driver, hiding hazards such as pedestrians or signals

Answer

Sun glare can completely wash out visibility of traffic signals, pedestrians, and vehicles in your path, increasing crash risk significantly.

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