Highways and Freeways — Alberta Driver's Licence Practice Test

This Alberta Driver's Licence Highways and Freeways practice set has 42 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 83% on the real Alberta Driver's Licence knowledge test to pass.

Sample questions

Three questions from the Highways and Freeways bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.

1. When a roadway is divided into lanes by visible marking lines, where should you position your vehicle?

   • In the centre of your lane — Correct answer
   • As close as possible to the right edge line
   • Straddling the lane marking line
   • As close as possible to the centre line

   Explanation: When a roadway has been divided into lanes by marking lines, you should drive in the centre of your lane.

   Handbook: Highways and Freeways — Choosing a Lane

2. What is the best practice when choosing which lane to drive in on a highway?

   • Choose the lane that best meets your needs, plan ahead, and avoid last-minute lane changes — Correct answer
   • Always stay in the left lane so you can pass quickly
   • Change lanes only at the last moment before your exit
   • Pick a lane at random and stay in it no matter what

   Explanation: Choose the lane that best meets your needs for safety and reaching your destination, plan ahead, and do not leave lane changes to the last minute.

   Handbook: Highways and Freeways — Choosing a Lane

3. What are blind spots?

   • Areas to the sides and slightly behind your vehicle that the mirrors do not show — Correct answer
   • The area directly in front of your vehicle
   • The area shown clearly in your inside rear view mirror
   • Spots on the windshield that are dirty or fogged

   Explanation: Blind spots are the areas to the sides and slightly behind your vehicle that your mirrors do not show.

   Handbook: Highways and Freeways — Blind Spots