Alberta AMA Learner Exam Prep
Practice Test

A. Within 500 metres of an oncoming vehicle

B. Within 300 metres of an oncoming vehicle ✓

C. Within 150 metres of an oncoming vehicle

D. You never need to dim for oncoming vehicles

Correct — B. In Alberta, drivers must switch from high beams to low beams when within 300 metres of an oncoming vehicle. High beams can temporarily blind the other driver and create a serious collision risk. Dimming in good time gives both drivers adequate vision.

A. Pedestrians may not cross

B. The driver has the right of way and may proceed in any direction, but must yield to pedestrians ✓

C. All traffic must stop

D. Only left turns are permitted

Correct — B. A flashing green light is a pedestrian-controlled signal. It means drivers may proceed in any permitted direction but must yield to any pedestrians who are crossing. The signal warns drivers that pedestrians may activate the red light at any time.

A. Brake suddenly to warn the driver

B. Speed up to create more distance

C. Gradually slow down and allow the driver to pass, or change lanes if safe ✓

D. Ignore the driver and maintain your exact speed

Correct — C. The safest response to a tailgater is to gradually reduce speed or move to another lane to let the vehicle pass. Sudden braking can cause a rear-end collision, and speeding up encourages unsafe speeds.

A. Dry pavement at high speed

B. Thin layer of water on the road at highway speed ✓

C. Gravel roads

D. Snow-packed roads

Correct — B. Hydroplaning occurs when a thin film of water builds up between tires and the road surface, causing a loss of traction. It is most common at higher speeds on wet pavement when tire tread cannot channel water away fast enough.

A. 12 and 6 o'clock

B. 10 and 2 o'clock

C. 9 and 3 o'clock ✓

D. 8 and 4 o'clock

Correct — C. Modern driving guidelines recommend the 9 and 3 o'clock position, which provides balanced control and is compatible with airbag deployment. The older 10 and 2 position can cause injury if an airbag deploys.

A. 17 years old ✓

B. 18 years old

C. 16 years old

D. 19 years old

Correct — A. After holding a Class 7 GDL licence for at least one year and passing a road test, a driver may upgrade to a Class 5 GDL at age 17. The full Class 5 (non-GDL) requires additional time and testing.

A. Railway crossing ahead

B. Winding road ahead ✓

C. Divided highway ends

D. Pedestrian crossing ahead

Correct — B. A yellow diamond sign with a winding arrow is a warning sign alerting drivers to a series of curves ahead. Drivers should reduce speed and remain in their lane while navigating the bends.

A. Signal, check mirrors, shoulder check, then move ✓

B. Move, then signal to notify other drivers

C. Shoulder check, then signal and move simultaneously

D. Check mirrors only and proceed

Correct — A. The correct sequence for a lane change is: signal your intention, check your mirrors, do a shoulder check for blind spots, and then smoothly move into the new lane. This sequence ensures maximum awareness before any movement.