MANITOBA TRAFFIC RULES 05

Traffic regulations protect the safety of all road users, including pedestrians and bicyclists. Breaking these rules can result in fines or even the suspension of a driver’s license. Overall, driving in Manitoba requires respecting both the rules of the road and the wellbeing of all those who use it.

Traffic Rules Test 05

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On a roadway where traffic is moving in both directions, in what position must you be before making a left turn?

Close to the left side of the roadway

Does not matter provided you signal

Immediately to the right of the centerline of the roadway

Close to the right-hand side of the roadway

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The driver of a motor vehicle is not permitted to carry, in a house or boat trailer...?

Firearms

Flammable materials

Pets

Persons

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On approaching an intersection where a traffic signal light is red, and a policeman motions you to go through, you should:

Stop to make sure he wants you to go through

Wait for the light to turns green

Call the policeman's attention to the red light

Obey the policeman's signal and proceed

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A flashing green light at the intersection where turns to the left and right are permitted indicates? (Choose 3)

You may turn to the right if the way is clear

You may turn to the left if the way is clear

You may proceed straight through if the way is clear

You must stop

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During poor weather conditions such as rain, snow, smoke and fog, use your headlights on

Low beam

High beam

Do not turn on headlights

Does not matter

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A red signal light with a green arrow is shown at an intersection indicates:

Stop and wait for green signal before making turn in the direction of the arrow

Stop and then proceed

Proceed with caution in the direction of arrow

The green arrow is a signal for pedestrians only

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If a tire blows out:

Apply heavy braking

Keep foot on brake and steer to right

Keep foot on brake and steer to left

Take your foot off the gas pedal to slow down and steer the vehicle firmly in the direction you want to go

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A flashing red beacon above an intersection means:

Slow down and if necessary yield right-of-way to cars approaching from the left or right

Signal light is out of order, proceed with caution

Slow down and drive with increased caution

You must come to a complete stop. Move through the intersection only when it is safe to do so

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A solid line at the left of your lane means:

Overtake and pass with caution

It is unsafe to pass

Pass only when no traffic is sight

Pass at your discretion

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When the traffic signal light facing you is red, and you intend to go straight through the intersection, what must you do first?

Stop, give pedestrians the right-of-way, and then proceed with caution

Stop, wait until the light changes to green and the intersection is clear before moving through it

Stop, proceed when the way is clear

Slow down, proceed when the way is clear

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Most skids are the result of driver error. Skids may occur when you: (Choose 3)

Accelerate too fast

Driving too slow

Brake too hard

Driving too fast

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When on streets designed for two-way traffic, what does the law require you to do if you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle?

Speed up and get out of the way

Continue at same speed

Signal the driver to pass

Pull to the right as far as possible and stop

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When parking facing downhill:

Turn you front wheels to the left and set your parking brake

Set your parking brake only

Turn your front wheels towards the curb or right shoulder

Leave your front wheels parallel to the curb

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When entering a freeway, you should

Slow down, and then enter freeway at a sharp angle

Stop on acceleration lane, wait for an opening, and then enter the freeway rapidly.

Signal and increase your speed to merge smoothly with traffic

Drive slowly and be prepared to stop for freeway traffic

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Never change lanes without:

Signaling and decreasing speed

Signaling, checking the rear view mirror and checking blind spots

Checking the rear view mirror

Blowing your horn and providing the appropriate hand signal

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In what position on the roadway must you be before marking a left turn from a one-way traffic street?

Close to the center line of the roadway

Close to the left side of the roadway

Does not matter provided you signal

Close to the right hand side of the roadway

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When a right turn against a red signal light is permitted, what does the law require you to do before entering the intersection and turning?

Slow down, signal and turn

Stop, then edge into traffic

Slow down proceed with caution

You may turn right on a red light only after coming to a complete stop and waiting until the way is clear

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Upon approaching a stop sign, what does the law require you to do before entering an intersection?

Stop, sound horn, then proceed

Slow down, sound horn and proceed

Stop, and when it is safe to do so, proceed

Slow down and if way is clear, proceed

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If a traffic signal changes while a pedestrian is still on the street, which has the right-of-way?

Motorists coming from his right

Motorists coming from his left

Pedestrian

Motorists making turn

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Before moving from a parked position:

Check other traffic, signal and pull from curb quickly

Sound you horn and pull from the curb slowly

Always signal and check for traffic, pulling out only when it is safe to do so

Signal and pull from the curb

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In what traffic lane should you drive when you intend to make a right-hand turn?

Close to the right side of the roadway

Close to the centre line of the roadway

The lane approaching from the left

Close to the left side of the roadway

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Under all conditions, you should drive at a speed that will allow you to:

Stop within 150 m

Stop within a safe distance

Stop within 60 m

Stop within 90 m

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A flashing yellow beacon above an intersection:

Continue at same speed

Stop if making left turn

Warns you to drive with caution

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Pedestrians have the right-of-way at both marked and unmarked crosswalks.

False

True

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When may you lend your driver's license?

For identification purpose only

To another person who is learning to drive

Never

In case of emergencies

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Which of the following has the right-of-way over all others at an intersection when the light is green?

Pedestrians crossing against the light

Pedestrians crossing with the light

Vehicles turning left

Vehicles turning right

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The most important part of driving a curve or corner is to:

Do nothing

Slow down before you get to it

Speed up before you get to it

Completely stop before you get to it

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The best way to stop quickly on a wet or icy roadway is to:

Keep foot off brake and let the vehicle slow and stop automatically

Apply brakes the same way you always do

Brake, if wheels lock then release pressure until you come to a stop

Put brakes on hard and try to prevent vehicle from skidding

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If your vehicle becomes disabled on the highway, you should:

Blowing your horn and ask for help

Get out and walk to get help

Pull over, enable your emergency flashers and wait for help

Get out and try to wave highway traffic around your vehicle

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What you cannot see in your vehicle's rear and side view mirrors is said to be in your

Dark area

Safe zone

Danger zone

Blind spot

Your score is

EVERYTHING THAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MPI DRIVING TEST IN MANITOBA

Despite where you reside in Canada, you must pass the Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) driving test to start your driving career. It proves you have the required knowledge of traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices.

Driver licensing is a phased approach that helps drivers gain more capability via every stage of the licensing process. Therefore, people looking to acquire a Manitoba driving license should pass through the structured Manitoba motorcycle GDL, sit for the test, and excel in several exam challenges to finally obtain a full and unrestricted Manitoba driver’s license. Remember that to pass your knowledge test, you must get the correct answers in 24 out of the 30 given.

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE WRITTEN DRIVER’S KNOWLEDGE TEST IN MANITOBA

Familiarize Yourself With The Drivers Handbook

The territorial and provincial driving handbooks contain detailed information regarding driving in Manitoba. The data might be overwhelming, but your work is to go through it to familiarize yourself with the kind of material that the examiner will test you on.

While at it, just like any other exam, you should make short notes and highlight some areas you should revisit every time you practice for your test. It’s a great approach to help track the progress. When you return to the Manitoba driver’s handbook, it becomes easier to go through the various sections that are quite challenging. The book also has an online version if accessing the hard copy is challenging.

Take The Practice Tests

These practice tests are great to help gauge yourself. They indicate the type of questions that you might come across while doing the MPI quiz for the driving test. Surprisingly, you realize that the same questions you did while taking the practice tests also appear in the test. Therefore, taking a few online practice tests help you gain more knowledge on road signs and road rules.

Remember that when you are preparing for any exam, the more you practice for them, the more ingrained the details get in the brain. For this reason, you should be well-versed and reread the challenging sections to prepare yourself accordingly for the exams. In that case, there are free practice tests that are online to help you with sufficient information before your first test.

Read Every Question Carefully

You must be attentive during the exam. Take every question carefully until you grasp what the examiner is testing on. Suppose you don’t understand, you should reread each question carefully, and it would be devastating if you missed an answer or question incorrectly because you are in a rush.

Some examiners will use words that are a bit confusing to play with your mind, so ensure to pay attention and read the questions and answers carefully to provide the correct answer at the end.

You Should Study Hard!

You should not take the MPI driving test lightly. It’s an exam like any other! It would be best to create enough time and put more effort into passing and obtaining that driver’s permit.

It would be great to be over-prepared on the exam date, and this will only happen if you invest more time studying hard. Try to focus on certain numbers like the maximum speed limit in various areas, the distance to give a school bus, and much more.

Stay Calm During The Real Exam

When entering an exam room while stressed will earn you a poor grade; therefore, you should always clear your mind to remain relaxed and focused. It’s a great way to help you complete your exams smoothly.

Sometimes when stressed, people tend to stop doing the exams, while instead, if you kept moving, things would work themselves out. It’s important to relax; surprisingly, you will calm down quickly once you begin attempting the questions.

Take Away

Generally, sitting for a test is a scary experience that most people encounter, but that shouldn’t be the case. With the above ways of preparing for an MPI driving test in Manitoba, Canada, you will successfully score the highest mark on your first attempt. The tips will help you gain confidence and be ready to take the written test and obtain your driver’s license.