Rules of the Road flashcards

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What must you do at a flashing red traffic light?

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Come to a full stop, then proceed when the way is clear — A flashing red light means the same as a stop sign: come to a complete stop, then proceed when it is safe (MTO Driver's Handbook).

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What does a flashing green traffic light mean for a driver facing it?

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You may turn left, go straight or right because oncoming traffic is stopped — A flashing green light (advance green) means oncoming traffic is stopped, so you may turn left, go straight or turn right.

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When you approach a steady yellow (amber) traffic light, you should:

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Stop if you can do so safely; the light is about to turn red — A steady yellow light warns the light is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely.

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At an intersection with a stop sign and no markings, where must you stop?

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Before entering the intersection, at the point nearest the cross street — Stop before entering the intersection at the point nearest the crossroad where you have a clear view.

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Two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time. Who has the right of way?

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The driver on the right — When two vehicles reach a four-way stop together, the vehicle on the right has the right of way.

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What is the maximum speed limit on most Ontario 400-series highways unless posted otherwise?

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100 km/h — The default maximum on 400-series highways is 100 km/h unless a higher posted limit (e.g. 110) applies.

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Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a city, town or village?

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50 km/h — Within a city, town or village the default limit is 50 km/h unless signs say otherwise.

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Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit outside built-up areas is:

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80 km/h — Outside built-up areas the default limit is 80 km/h unless a sign indicates a different limit.

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What should you do when you see a school bus stopped with its red lights flashing on a road with no median?

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Stop in both directions until the lights stop flashing — On an undivided road, traffic in both directions must stop for a stopped school bus with flashing red lights.

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On a road divided by a median, traffic travelling toward an approaching school bus with red lights flashing must:

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Continue without stopping but with caution — On a divided road, only traffic behind the bus must stop; oncoming traffic separated by a median does not stop but should drive carefully.

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When may you legally pass a vehicle on the right?

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When the vehicle ahead is turning left and there is room — You may pass on the right when a vehicle ahead is making a left turn and there is a usable lane or paved shoulder.

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Before changing lanes you should:

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Check mirrors, signal, and check your blind spot — Always check mirrors, signal your intention, and shoulder-check the blind spot before changing lanes.

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What does a solid yellow line beside your lane mean?

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Passing is not permitted in your direction — A solid yellow line on your side means passing is prohibited for traffic in your direction.

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A broken yellow line in the centre of a two-way road means:

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You may pass when it is safe to do so — A broken (dashed) centre line means passing is permitted when the way ahead is clear and safe.

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When turning left at an intersection you should turn into:

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The lane just to the right of the centre line of the road you enter — Complete a left turn into the lane immediately to the right of the centre line of the road you are entering.

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What is the proper way to make a right turn at an intersection?

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From the right lane into the right lane of the cross street — Turn right from the right-hand lane into the right-hand lane of the road you are entering.

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You must signal a turn or lane change:

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Well in advance and continue until the manoeuvre is complete — Signal in advance and keep signalling until you have completed the turn or lane change.

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When can you make a right turn on a red light in Ontario?

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After a full stop and when the way is clear, unless a sign prohibits it — You may turn right on red after coming to a complete stop and yielding, unless a 'No Turn on Red' sign is posted.

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Can you make a left turn on a red light in Ontario?

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Yes, from a one-way street onto a one-way street, after stopping, when clear — A left turn on red is allowed only from a one-way street onto another one-way street, after a complete stop, when the way is clear.

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What should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren on?

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Pull over to the right and stop until it passes — Pull as far right as safely possible and stop to let the emergency vehicle pass.

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Ontario's 'Move Over' law requires you to slow down and, where safe, change lanes when you approach:

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A stopped emergency or tow vehicle with flashing lights — When passing a stopped emergency or tow vehicle with flashing lights, slow down and move over a lane if it is safe.

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What is the safe following distance to keep behind the vehicle ahead in good conditions?

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At least two seconds — Use the two-second rule: stay at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead, and more in poor conditions.

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In poor weather such as rain, snow or fog, your following distance should be:

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Increased well beyond two seconds — Increase your following distance in poor weather to allow for longer stopping distances and reduced visibility.

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Seat belts in a moving vehicle must be worn by:

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The driver and all passengers — Every driver and passenger must wear a properly fastened seat belt; the driver is responsible for passengers under 16.

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Who is legally responsible for ensuring passengers under 16 are buckled up?

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The driver — The driver is responsible for ensuring all passengers under 16 wear seat belts or use the correct child restraint.

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As a G1 driver, what is your legal blood alcohol concentration limit?

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Zero — G1, G2, novice and all drivers 21 and under must have a zero blood alcohol concentration.

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As a G1 licence holder, when may you drive?

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Only with an accompanying fully licensed driver beside you — A G1 driver must be accompanied by a fully licensed (Class G) driver with at least four years of experience in the front passenger seat.

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What experience must your accompanying driver have when you hold a G1 licence?

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A full Class G licence held for at least four years — Your accompanying driver must hold a full G licence with at least four years of driving experience and a BAC under 0.05.

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As a G1 driver, when are you not allowed to drive?

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Between midnight and 5 a.m. — G1 drivers may not drive between midnight and 5 a.m.

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As a G1 driver, are you permitted to drive on 400-series highways?

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No, unless accompanied by a licensed driving instructor — G1 drivers may not drive on 400-series highways or high-speed expressways unless accompanied by a licensed driving instructor.

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How many passengers may a G1 driver carry?

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Only as many as there are working seat belts — A G1 driver may carry as many passengers as there are working seat belts, with the accompanying driver in the front.

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What is the legal age to apply for a G1 licence in Ontario?

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16 — You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a G1 licence.

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Using a hand-held cell phone while driving in Ontario is:

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Illegal, even when stopped at a red light — Hand-held communication or entertainment devices are illegal to use while driving, including when stopped in traffic.

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When approaching a railway crossing with flashing red signals, you must:

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Stop and wait until the lights stop and the way is clear — Stop at least 5 metres from a railway crossing when signals are flashing and do not proceed until they stop and it is safe.

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What should you do if your vehicle stalls on a railway track and a train is coming?

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Get everyone out and move well away from the tracks — Get everyone out of the vehicle immediately and move far away from the tracks in the direction the train is coming from.

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When entering a freeway from an on-ramp, you should:

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Accelerate on the ramp to match traffic speed and merge into a gap — Use the acceleration lane to reach the speed of traffic, then merge smoothly into a gap.

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What does a yield sign require you to do?

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Slow down or stop if necessary and give right of way to others — A yield sign means slow down, be ready to stop, and give the right of way to traffic and pedestrians already there.

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When parking facing downhill with a curb, you should turn your front wheels:

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Toward the curb — Facing downhill, turn the wheels toward the curb so the vehicle rolls into it if the brakes fail.

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When parking facing uphill with a curb, you should turn your front wheels:

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Away from the curb so the rear wheel rests against it — Facing uphill with a curb, turn the wheels away from the curb so the vehicle rolls back into it.

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How far from a fire hydrant must you not park?

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Within 3 metres — You must not park within 3 metres of a fire hydrant.

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When may you use your horn?

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To warn others of danger or your presence — Use the horn only to warn other road users of danger or your approach, not out of impatience.

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If you miss your exit on a freeway, you should:

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Continue to the next exit — Never reverse or back up on a freeway; carry on to the next exit and turn around safely there.

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When driving in heavy fog, you should use:

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Low-beam headlights — Use low beams in fog; high beams reflect off the fog and reduce visibility further.

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You must dim your high beams to low beams when:

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Within 150 metres of an oncoming vehicle or following another vehicle — Switch to low beams within 150 m of oncoming traffic and when within 60 m of a vehicle you are following.

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If your vehicle starts to skid, you should:

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Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction you want to go — Take your foot off the gas and steer smoothly in the direction you want the front of the car to go.

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If your brakes fail while driving, you should first:

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Pump the brake pedal and shift to a lower gear — Pump the brakes to try to build pressure, downshift, and use the parking brake gradually while steering to safety.

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What should you do if a tire blows out while you are driving?

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Hold the wheel firmly, ease off the gas and slow gradually — Grip the wheel firmly, take your foot off the gas, and let the vehicle slow before easing off the road.

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Before reversing your vehicle, you should:

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Look behind over your shoulder and check all around — Turn and look directly behind you and check all around for pedestrians and obstacles before backing up.

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At an uncontrolled intersection (no signs or signals), you should:

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Slow down and yield to traffic already in the intersection — At an uncontrolled intersection, slow down and yield to vehicles already there and to the vehicle on your right.

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A driver entering a roundabout must:

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Yield to traffic already circulating in the roundabout — Yield to vehicles already in the roundabout, then enter when there is a safe gap, travelling counter-clockwise.