Winter Driving Saskatchewan Flashcards
6 cards from real Saskatchewan Class 7 Learner's Driving Test practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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How should you handle a front-wheel skid (understeer) on icy Saskatchewan roads?
Answer: Ease off the gas, do not brake hard, and straighten the steering wheel to let the front tires regain grip
In a front-wheel skid, the front tires have lost traction. Ease off the gas and straighten the wheel to reduce the demand on the front tires, allowing them to regain grip before trying to steer again.
What is the danger of exhaust fumes when stuck in snow during a Saskatchewan winter?
Answer: Carbon monoxide buildup can be fatal if the exhaust is blocked and fumes enter the vehicle
Carbon monoxide is odourless and colourless. If the exhaust pipe is blocked by snow, CO can enter the vehicle interior and cause unconsciousness and death. Keep the exhaust clear and crack a window.
What is the recommended action if you see a snowplow on a Saskatchewan highway?
Answer: Stay well behind it; do not pass unless it pulls over, as the road ahead is uncleared and visibility near the plow is very poor
Snowplows create massive snow clouds that reduce visibility to zero. The road ahead of the plow is uncleared and dangerous. Stay back and let the plow do its job.
What happens to braking distance on ice compared to dry pavement?
Answer: It can increase by up to 10 times
Braking distance on ice can be up to 10 times longer than on dry pavement. At 100 km/h on dry road, you might stop in 70 metres; on ice, it could take 700 metres or more.
What should you do if your windshield wipers freeze to the windshield on a cold Saskatchewan morning?
Answer: Gently free them by hand or use the defroster; forcing them can damage the wiper motor and blades
Forcing frozen wipers can burn out the wiper motor or tear the rubber blades. Use the defroster to warm the windshield or gently free them by hand before turning them on.
What is wind chill and why does it matter for winter driving in Saskatchewan?
Answer: The combined cooling effect of wind and temperature, which affects how quickly exposed skin freezes and is critical if stranded outside your vehicle
Wind chill represents how cold it feels on exposed skin. In Saskatchewan, wind chills of -40 to -50 are common, meaning exposed skin can freeze in minutes, making it critical to be prepared if stranded.
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