PE General Knowledge Marathon

List of questions (classic view)

1. When you are approaching a stop sign, you must
2. When pulling away from the curb, you should
3. If your vehicle is equipped with air bags, you should NOT place your hands at _________ on the steering wheel.
4. You are driving on a multi-lane road. What is the safest lane position for normal driving?
5. What is the best way to handle a curve?
6. When approaching a stop sign where there is NO stop line, marked crosswalk and no sidewalk, you should
7. What is the correct hand signal to indicate a right turn?
8. What is the correct hand signal to indicate a left turn?
9. When parking uphill on a two-way street without a curb, in which direction should you turn your front wheels?
10. When parking downhill on a street with a curb, in which direction should you turn your front wheels?
11. When parallel parking, you must park within ______ of the curb.
12. Which of the following statements is true about using cellphones while driving?
13. You need to turn right and the traffic light is red. You should
14. What is the correct hand signal to indicate that you are slowing or stopping?
15. You are approaching an intersection with a flashing green light. You may
16. You are approaching a traffic light that suddenly changes from green to yellow. You should
17. In which of the following situation(s) is it illegal to make a U-turn?
18. Which of the following statements about passing other vehicles is FALSE?
19. Which of the following is a warning to you that a railway crossing is coming up ahead?
20. What does this road sign mean?
21. Before changing lanes, you should
22. In B.C., which occupants must wear a seatbelt or appropriate child restraint when the vehicle is in operation?
23. While backing up, make sure that
24. When approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with its lights flashing, you should
25. If you see an emergency vehicle approaching with its siren and flashing lights on, you should
26. What is considered an emergency vehicle?
27. You're driving at the speed limit in the leftmost lane of a multi-lane highway. A car approaches from behind. What should you do?
28. Which of the following is NOT likely to cause a skid?
29. Two cars arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at about the same time. Which of the following is true?
30. Two cars arrive at a four-way stop at about the same time. Which car should yield?
31. If you find that your car is hydroplaning, you should
32. If you have a close call and almost get into an accident, what should you do?
33. If you must drive through deep water, what should you do?
34. If you are driving a vehicle without antilock brakes (ABS) and you must stop suddenly in an emergency, you should _________ and steer in the direction you want to go.
35. If you cross just slightly into another lane to pass a cyclist, you are
36. If you arrive at the scene of a crash, how can you render assistance?
37. If your brakes fail while you are driving, you should NOT
38. If your engine fails while you are driving on the freeway, what should you do?
39. If your gas pedal sticks and you cannot free it with your foot, what should you do?
40. If your headlights fail and you cannot get them started again, what should you do?
41. If your hood flies up while you are driving, what should you do?
42. If a tire blows out while you are driving, what should you do?
43. If you must stop suddenly in an emergency and your vehicle is equipped with antilock brakes (ABS), you should _________ and steer in the direction you want to go.
44. How can you keep focused while driving?
45. How can you make sure your tires are in good condition?
46. How can you stay alert while driving on a long trip?
47. If you're following a fire truck in British Columbia, you must stay back at least
48. In British Columbia, it is illegal to park
49. Why should you leave space margins between your vehicle and other vehicles?
50. Why should you increase your following distance behind a bus or large truck?