Saskatchewan Class 7 Learner's Driving Test Speed Limits Saskatchewan 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What speed limit applies in a hospital zone in Saskatchewan?
- 20 km/h
- 30 km/h
- As posted, often 30 km/h (Correct answer)
- 50 km/h
Correct answer: As posted, often 30 km/h
Hospital zones typically have reduced speed limits as posted, often 30 km/h, to ensure safety for patients, visitors, and emergency vehicles in the area.
Question 2: At what speed does a speeding offence become a criminal charge in Canada, including Saskatchewan?
- 30 km/h over the limit
- 40 km/h over the limit
- 50 km/h or more over the limit can result in dangerous driving charges (Correct answer)
- Any amount over the limit
Correct answer: 50 km/h or more over the limit can result in dangerous driving charges
While any speeding is an offence, driving 50 km/h or more over the posted speed limit can result in criminal dangerous driving charges, vehicle impoundment, and licence suspension.
Question 3: What is the speed limit when approaching and crossing a railway crossing in Saskatchewan?
- 30 km/h
- 50 km/h
- No specific speed limit but must be able to stop safely (Correct answer)
- The posted highway speed
Correct answer: No specific speed limit but must be able to stop safely
While there is no specific speed limit for railway crossings, drivers must approach at a speed that allows them to stop safely if a train is approaching. Some crossings may have posted advisory speeds.
Question 4: What factor should most influence your speed choice on a Saskatchewan grid road?
- The posted speed limit only
- Road surface condition and visibility (Correct answer)
- The speed of other vehicles
- The type of vehicle you are driving
Correct answer: Road surface condition and visibility
Grid roads can vary greatly in condition from well-maintained gravel to rutted dirt. The road surface, visibility, dust, and loose gravel should primarily determine your speed.
Question 5: On a Saskatchewan highway posted at 110 km/h, what is the minimum speed you should maintain?
- There is no minimum speed (Correct answer)
- At least 60 km/h
- At least 80 km/h
- At least 90 km/h
Correct answer: There is no minimum speed
Saskatchewan does not have a posted minimum speed on highways. However, driving too slowly can be dangerous and may be considered impeding traffic. Slow-moving vehicles must display an orange triangle.
Question 6: What speed should you drive when visibility is reduced to near zero in a Saskatchewan blizzard?
- Half the posted speed
- 30 km/h
- Pull over and stop in a safe location (Correct answer)
- Continue at a comfortable speed
Correct answer: Pull over and stop in a safe location
When visibility is near zero, no speed is safe. Pull completely off the road to a safe location, turn on hazard lights, and wait for conditions to improve.
Saskatchewan Class 7 Learner's Driving Test Speed Limits Saskatchewan 3
What speed limit applies in a hospital zone in Saskatchewan?