SGI Saskatchewan Driving Knowledge Test — Questions and Answers

Question 1: What does a pennant-shaped yellow sign indicate?

Construction zone
Steep hill ahead
School zone ahead
No passing zone (Correct answer)

Correct answer: No passing zone

A pennant-shaped yellow sign marks the beginning of a no-passing zone on two-lane roads.

Question 2: What does a double solid yellow centre line mean?

Passing is prohibited in both directions (Correct answer)
Passing is allowed when safe
One direction may pass
Passing with caution is permitted

Correct answer: Passing is prohibited in both directions

A double solid yellow centre line means passing is not permitted for traffic travelling in either direction.

Question 3: What does a T-intersection sign warn drivers about?

A traffic light is ahead
A merge is required
Construction is ahead
The road ahead ends at a T-junction (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The road ahead ends at a T-junction

A T-intersection sign warns that the road you are on ends and you must turn left or right.

Question 4: What shape is a railway crossing advance warning sign?

Round (Correct answer)
Octagonal
Diamond
Rectangular

Correct answer: Round

Railway crossing advance warning signs are round with an X and RR, warning drivers of an upcoming rail crossing.

Question 5: What does a yield sign require of a driver?

Slow down and give right-of-way to other traffic (Correct answer)
Come to a complete stop
Merge without stopping
Speed up to match traffic

Correct answer: Slow down and give right-of-way to other traffic

A yield sign requires drivers to slow down and give the right-of-way to pedestrians and vehicles in the intersection.

Question 6: What is the primary braking recommendation for modern motorcycles without ABS?

Apply front and rear brakes progressively together (Correct answer)
Apply brakes hard and fast
Use only the front brake for maximum stopping power
Use only the rear brake to avoid flipping

Correct answer: Apply front and rear brakes progressively together

Using both brakes progressively together provides the most efficient and stable stopping on motorcycles without ABS.

Question 7: GVWR, or gross vehicle weight rating, what does it mean?

The maximum weight of the load the truck can carry
The maximum weight of the vehicle and its load (Correct answer)
The maximum weight of the vehicle when empty
The maximum weight of today's load

Correct answer: The maximum weight of the vehicle and its load

GVWR, or Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, means the maximum permissible weight of the vehicle and its entire load, including passengers, cargo, and the vehicle itself. This rating is established by the manufacturer and is crucial for safe operation, as exceeding it can compromise braking, handling, and structural integrity, and is often illegal.

Question 8: What is the recommended following distance in normal driving conditions in Saskatchewan?

Half a car length per 10 km/h
2 seconds (Correct answer)
5 seconds
1 second

Correct answer: 2 seconds

A 2-second following distance is recommended in normal conditions, giving drivers time to react to sudden stops ahead.

Question 9: A solid white line along the edge of the road indicates:

A bike lane
A passing zone
The boundary of the travel lane (Correct answer)
A bus-only lane

Correct answer: The boundary of the travel lane

A solid white edge line marks the right-side boundary of the travel lane and the edge of the road surface.

Question 10: What is the zero-tolerance BAC rule in Saskatchewan?

Zero tolerance applies only between midnight and 6 AM
Drivers under 22 or on a learner/novice licence must have 0.00 BAC (Correct answer)
Commercial drivers must have 0.00 BAC only
All drivers must have 0.00 BAC at all times

Correct answer: Drivers under 22 or on a learner/novice licence must have 0.00 BAC

In Saskatchewan, drivers under 22 years of age and those on a learner or novice licence must have zero alcohol in their system.

Question 11: What does the SGI SRD (Salvage Rebuildable Designation) mean on a vehicle title?

The vehicle has never been in an accident
The vehicle was declared a total loss and has been rebuilt (Correct answer)
The vehicle passed a government safety inspection
The vehicle is cleared for export only

Correct answer: The vehicle was declared a total loss and has been rebuilt

An SRD designation means the vehicle was previously written off as salvage and has been inspected and certified as rebuilt for road use.

Question 12: What does a white horizontal arrow painted on the pavement mean?

A lane merge is ahead
Passing is permitted
Traffic must travel in the direction shown (Correct answer)
A turning lane begins

Correct answer: Traffic must travel in the direction shown

Pavement arrows indicate the direction that traffic in that lane must travel.

Question 13: What does optional collision coverage pay for?

Medical expenses after an accident
Damage to your own vehicle when it collides with another object or vehicle (Correct answer)
Theft of personal belongings from your vehicle
Damage to another person's vehicle

Correct answer: Damage to your own vehicle when it collides with another object or vehicle

Optional collision coverage pays to repair or replace your own vehicle when damaged in a collision, minus the deductible.

Question 14: When should a motorcyclist ride in the left portion of a lane?

When passing a cyclist
When approaching an intersection to increase visibility (Correct answer)
At all times on multi-lane roads
Only when turning left

Correct answer: When approaching an intersection to increase visibility

Riding in the left portion of the lane at intersections makes the motorcycle more visible to oncoming traffic and turning vehicles.

Question 15: What is a deductible in auto insurance?

A penalty for making a claim
The monthly premium cost
The amount the insured pays out-of-pocket before insurance covers the rest (Correct answer)
The maximum the insurer will pay

Correct answer: The amount the insured pays out-of-pocket before insurance covers the rest

A deductible is the portion of a claim the policyholder must pay themselves before SGI or the insurer covers the remaining amount.

Question 16: What should a driver do when experiencing a tire blowout at highway speed?

Swerve to the shoulder quickly
Accelerate to maintain control
Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the throttle, and steer straight (Correct answer)
Brake hard immediately

Correct answer: Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the throttle, and steer straight

Holding the wheel firmly, gradually releasing the throttle, and steering straight allows the vehicle to decelerate safely without spinning.

Question 17: What is the purpose of the 'SIPDE' driving strategy?

Signal, Identify, Pull over, Decide, Execute
Stop, Inspect, Proceed, Detect, Evaluate
Speed, Indicate, Position, Drive, Exit
Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute — a systematic approach to hazard management (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute — a systematic approach to hazard management

SIPDE is a defensive driving process that helps drivers systematically identify hazards and decide on safe responses before a situation becomes an emergency.

Question 18: What is the mandatory blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for Class 7L and Class 7 GDL drivers in Saskatchewan?

0.00 (Correct answer)
0.05
0.04
0.08

Correct answer: 0.00

Saskatchewan enforces zero tolerance for alcohol — GDL drivers must have a BAC of exactly 0.00 when operating a vehicle.

Question 19: How should a motorcycle rider approach a curve on an unfamiliar road?

Enter wide, slow down before the curve, and accelerate through the exit (Correct answer)
Enter fast and brake during the curve
Cut to the inside of the curve immediately
Lean as far as possible immediately

Correct answer: Enter wide, slow down before the curve, and accelerate through the exit

Slowing before the curve and accelerating smoothly through the exit maintains stability and control.

Question 20: What type of helmet meets Saskatchewan's safety requirements?

A bicycle helmet with a chin strap
A helmet certified to CSA, DOT, Snell, or ECE standards (Correct answer)
Any hard-shell helmet
Any helmet sold at a licensed retailer

Correct answer: A helmet certified to CSA, DOT, Snell, or ECE standards

Saskatchewan requires helmets certified to recognized safety standards such as CSA, DOT, Snell, or ECE.

Question 21: A broken yellow centre line indicates:

Passing only for vehicles turning left
Bike lane boundary
Passing is permitted when safe (Correct answer)
No passing in either direction

Correct answer: Passing is permitted when safe

A broken yellow centre line means passing is permitted when it is safe to do so and the way is clear.

Question 22: When operating a vehicle with a Class 7L learner's licence in Saskatchewan, you must always have:

SGI-issued learner plates displayed front and rear
A licensed driver anywhere in the vehicle
A printed copy of the SGI Driver's Handbook
A licensed driver sitting in the front passenger seat (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A licensed driver sitting in the front passenger seat

A Class 7L driver must be accompanied by a fully licensed driver seated in the front passenger seat at all times.

Question 23: What is hydroplaning and how can a driver recover from it?

Engine overheating; stop immediately
Loss of traction on wet roads; ease off the throttle and steer straight (Correct answer)
Windshield fogging; use defrost only
Skidding on gravel; apply brakes immediately

Correct answer: Loss of traction on wet roads; ease off the throttle and steer straight

Hydroplaning occurs when tires ride on a layer of water; easing off the throttle and steering straight allows tires to regain contact with the road.

Question 24: What is the minimum air pressure required before a driver can move an air brake-equipped vehicle?

120 psi
60 psi
100 psi (Correct answer)
50 psi

Correct answer: 100 psi

The air pressure must build to at least 100 psi before the vehicle is safe to move, ensuring adequate braking pressure is available.

Question 25: What does a 'Do Not Enter' sign indicate?

The road is under construction
Entry is prohibited in that direction (Correct answer)
A detour is ahead
Parking is not allowed

Correct answer: Entry is prohibited in that direction

A Do Not Enter sign prohibits drivers from entering a road or area, often used on one-way streets or exit ramps.

Question 26: In Saskatchewan, how far in advance must you signal before changing lanes on a highway when operating a commercial combination vehicle?

100 m (Correct answer)
30 m
60 m
150 m

Correct answer: 100 m

Drivers must signal at least 100 m in advance before changing lanes on a highway in Saskatchewan.

Question 27: What does the governor in an air brake system do?

Maintains air pressure between the cut-in and cut-out range (Correct answer)
Releases pressure from the system
Applies the spring brakes automatically
Monitors wheel speed

Correct answer: Maintains air pressure between the cut-in and cut-out range

The governor controls the air compressor, turning it on at the cut-in pressure (around 100 psi) and off at the cut-out pressure (around 120–130 psi).

Question 28: When should a driver activate four-way hazard lights?

When waiting for passengers in a no-stopping zone
While driving slowly in fog to warn others
Whenever driving on highways in winter
When the vehicle is stopped on or near the road creating a hazard to other traffic (Correct answer)

Correct answer: When the vehicle is stopped on or near the road creating a hazard to other traffic

Hazard lights should be activated when a stopped or slow vehicle creates a danger on the road, alerting approaching traffic.

Question 29: What is 'defensive driving'?

Driving below the posted speed limit at all times
Following all traffic laws without exception
Anticipating hazards and adjusting driving to reduce risk regardless of others' actions (Correct answer)
Driving aggressively to maintain right of way

Correct answer: Anticipating hazards and adjusting driving to reduce risk regardless of others' actions

Defensive driving means anticipating potential hazards and adjusting speed, position, and attention to reduce crash risk proactively.

Question 30: When driving in fog, which lights should be used?

Low beams or fog lights (Correct answer)
Hazard lights only
No lights are required in light fog
High beams to see farther

Correct answer: Low beams or fog lights

Low beams or dedicated fog lights reduce glare by directing light downward rather than reflecting off fog back at the driver.

Question 31: A flashing red traffic light requires a driver to:

Stop and wait for green
Stop and proceed when safe (Correct answer)
Treat it as a yield sign
Slow down and proceed with caution

Correct answer: Stop and proceed when safe

A flashing red light must be treated as a stop sign — come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe.

Question 32: What does 'distracted driving' include under Saskatchewan law?

Only activities that cause an accident
Handheld phone use, texting, and other distracting activities while driving (Correct answer)
Only texting while driving
Only phone calls while driving

Correct answer: Handheld phone use, texting, and other distracting activities while driving

Saskatchewan's distracted driving law prohibits use of handheld devices and other distracting activities that take a driver's attention from the road.

Question 33: The goal of Safe Driver Recognition is to:

Provide incentives for businesses to hire good drivers
Increase revenue to SGI
Replace traffic fines
Reward safe drivers and impose extra charges on risky drivers (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Reward safe drivers and impose extra charges on risky drivers

The goal of Safe Driver Recognition (SDR) is to reward safe drivers and impose extra charges on risky drivers. This program incentivizes responsible driving behavior by offering discounts or credits to those with good records, while applying financial penalties to drivers who accumulate convictions or at-fault claims. SDR aims to improve road safety by directly linking driving habits to insurance costs.

Question 34: A high earner who is unmarried and has no dependents will receive a smaller death benefit than a low earner who has a spouse and five little children.

TRUE
FALSE (Correct answer)

Correct answer: FALSE

FALSE. A high earner who is unmarried and has no dependents will typically receive a larger death benefit than a low earner with a spouse and five children. Death benefits are often calculated based on the deceased's lost income and earning potential, not primarily on the number of dependents. While dependents may influence other aspects of a claim, the direct death benefit amount is usually tied to the deceased's financial contribution.

Question 35: What does SGI's basic plate insurance (AUTOPAC) cover?

Third-party liability, accident benefits, and uninsured motorist protection (Correct answer)
Comprehensive coverage for all risks
Only collision damage
Only fire and theft

Correct answer: Third-party liability, accident benefits, and uninsured motorist protection

Basic AUTOPAC coverage includes third-party liability, accident benefits for injury, and uninsured motorist protection.

Question 36: In a combination vehicle, what do the red and blue glad hand couplings connect?

Red is left brakes; blue is right brakes
Red is the emergency (supply) line; blue is the service (control) line (Correct answer)
Red is service; blue is emergency
Red is trailer power; blue is brake signal

Correct answer: Red is the emergency (supply) line; blue is the service (control) line

The red glad hand connects the emergency (supply) line and the blue connects the service (control) line between the tractor and trailer.

Question 37: What is the safest action when feeling drowsy while driving?

Open the window for fresh air
Drink a caffeinated beverage and continue
Turn up the music
Pull over in a safe location and rest (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Pull over in a safe location and rest

The only effective remedy for drowsy driving is sleep; pulling over and resting is the only truly safe option.

Question 38: What is the correct procedure at an uncontrolled intersection in Saskatchewan?

Always proceed first as the approaching driver
The larger vehicle has the right of way
Yield to the vehicle on your right if arriving simultaneously (Correct answer)
Yield to the vehicle on the left

Correct answer: Yield to the vehicle on your right if arriving simultaneously

At an uncontrolled intersection, if two vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.

Question 39: What is the safe minimum stopping distance on an icy road compared to a dry road?

The same distance
Up to 10 times longer (Correct answer)
Twice as long
Three times longer

Correct answer: Up to 10 times longer

On ice, stopping distances can be up to 10 times greater than on dry pavement because tires have very little grip.

Question 40: What is a driver's typical reaction time?

1 Second
1.5 Seconds
0.5 Seconds
0.75 Seconds (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 0.75 Seconds

A driver's typical reaction time, the period between perceiving a hazard and initiating a response (like applying brakes), is generally estimated to be around 0.75 seconds. This reaction time is a critical factor in calculating stopping distances and understanding road safety, as it significantly contributes to the total distance traveled before a vehicle can come to a halt.

SGI Saskatchewan Driving Knowledge Test

The SGI Knowledge Test assesses a learner driver's understanding of Saskatchewan traffic laws, safe driving practices, and road sign identification, required to obtain a Class 7 learner's licence.

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