SAAQ Passenger Vehicle Knowledge Practice Test 2024

SAAQ Passenger Vehicle Knowledge Practice Test 2024 There are a total of 50 multiple choice questions with answers for Quebec’s Driving Licence Knowledge test. This is an actual test of Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) written exam.

To prepare for the SAAQ tests or to learn about the process for obtaining your licence, visit Obtaining a Passenger Vehicle Driver’s Licence (Class 5). Before you can hold a licence to drive a passenger vehicle (automobile), you must obtain a learner’s licence, pass the driving course, and then pass the SAAQ’s knowledge and road tests.

SAAQ Passenger Vehicle Knowledge Practice Test 2024

Test Name	SAAQ Québec Driving Licence Knowledge Test
Language	English
Licence	Passenger Vehicle
Total Questions	50
Test Type	Sample Practice Test
Test Preparation	Theoretical Exam/ Written Exam
Province	Québec
Topics	Driving Knowledge

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Automobile (Passenger Vehicle) Knowledge Practice Test

Quebec Automobile (Passenger Vehicle) Knowledge Practice Test

1 / 50

You are stopped at a red light at 4 a.m. On your left, the driver of a sports car challenges you to a race. Your friend sitting next to you does the same and mentions that, at that late hour, the road is always deserted. What is your best course of action?

A) You continue on your way as if nothing had happened, when the light turns green

B) You race, since there is no risk at that time

C) Under pressure, you can drive more easily

D) You get out of the car to tell the other driver that you’re not sure you’re interested

2 / 50

Which one of the following statements shows that you are a vigilant driver?

A) When I am driving, I alone am responsible for my own safety and that of others

B) It is up to the other roads users not to collide with me.

C) Respects other road users, particularly vulnerable users

D) Being involved in an accident or not is a question of luck.

3 / 50

Indicate which behaviours violate a regulation among behaviours 1 to 6.

A) 3, 4

B) 2, 3, 6

C) 1, 4

D) 3, 5, 6

4 / 50

Must the odometer be in good working order?

A) Totally optional

B) YES

C) NO

D) Not if the manufacturer’s warranty has expired.

5 / 50

Indicate which behaviours violate a regulation among behaviours 1 to 5.

A) 2, 3, 4

B) 2, 4, 5

C) 1, 2, 5

D) 1, 3, 4

6 / 50

Which of the following options is/are associated with eco-driving?

Trip preparation.
Vehicle preparation.
Budget preparation.

A) 1, 3

B) 1, 2, 3

C) 1, 2

D) 2, 3

7 / 50

The following statements concern seat adjustment and driving position. Which one is true?

A) The right hip must touch the wheel when the driver’s foot moves from the gas pedal to the brake pedal

B) The driver’s legs must be completely extended.

C) A driver’s legs are slightly bent at an angle

D) The seat slightly adjusts itself after the vehicle is set in motion

8 / 50

You are driving within the speed limit. A vehicle passes you. One of your passengers asks you to accelerate. What is your best course of action?

A) Accelerate to please your passenger and avoid impeding traffic.

B) If they pay more then you will accelerate

C) Tell your passenger that driving is your concern.

D) Get angry.

9 / 50

Which foot is used to apply the brakes?

A) The right foot

B) The left foot and right foot together.

C) The left foot

D) If you are left hand then left foot or vice-versa

10 / 50

You are late for a meeting and an older friend sitting beside you urges to go faster. You should:

A) Respects the rules of the Highway Safety Code

B) drop your friend off in a zone reserved for buses.

C) drive safely without going over the posted speed limit

D) listen to the advice of the friend asking you to go faster.

11 / 50

What does a flashing or rotating yellow light on a vehicle indicate?

A) The vehicle might travel much faster than the maximum speed limit.

B) A Royal Canadian Air Force vehicle

C) A police vehicle is on its way

D) The vehicle could hinder trafc.

12 / 50

A driver is subjected to aggressive behaviour. Which statement or statements below indicate a good attitude.

The driver should react to provocative words or gestures.
The driver has good reason to lose his or her calm.
The driver should make eye contact with the aggressive driver.

A) 3

B) 1.2

C) None of these statements.

D) 1

13 / 50

Your child’s car seat buckle is hard to fasten so you decide to change it for one easier to use. Which of the following statements is true?

A) As long as the car seat has all the necessary parts, there is no problem changing the buckle for one that is easier to use.

B) It is forbidden to alter a child car seat.

C) You must install a different buckle, but one from the same company

D) In order to legally alter it, you must buy the buckle at a store that sells child car seat replacement parts.

14 / 50

Is driving a vehicle equipped with a radar warning device allowed?

A) Yes

B) No

C) Yes, provided you respect the maximum speed limit

15 / 50

Indicate which behaviours violate a regulation among behaviours 1 to 6.

A) 1, 4, 6

B) 1, 3, 4, 5

C) 1, 2

D) 6

16 / 50

It is illegal to back up:

A) to enter private property.

B) on a hill.

C) on a highway.

17 / 50

Which one of the following statements is true?

A) In Québec, every person in a passenger vehicle must wear a seat belt

B) In Québec, the learner’s may ware seat belt if instructor was there.

C) In Québec, the learner’s licence cannot be revoked.

D) In Québec, you may travel on the road shoulder to allow another vehicle to pass you.

18 / 50

If you are convicted of a refusal to submit to a breathalyser test or to provide a blood sample:

A) your driver’s licence will be revoked

B) you will only be authorized to drive for work-related purposes

C) you will only be authorized to drive during the day.

19 / 50

You have just bought some beach sandals. You intend to wear them to drive. Is this a good idea?

A) Yes, because they are light

B) Yes, because they allow good contact with the pedals

C) No.

D) Yes, because they have thin soles.

20 / 50

You are driving your dog to the veterinarian’s. How should the dog be installed?

A) Have the dog sit in the front passenger seat.

B) Have the dog sit in the back seat.

C) Attach your dog with the seat belt of any seat.

D) Use a safety device designed to restrain your animal.

21 / 50

What is the purpose of the high-mounted brake light?

A) Make sure other drivers see you when changing lane.

B) Reduce breaking distance.

C) Reduce the risk of rear-end collisions.

D) Not Mandatory for all vehicles

22 / 50

Under the law, if you are convicted of a first offence for impaired driving:

A) A first offence for impaired driving results in the revocation of your licence under the Highway Safety Code and an offence under the Criminal Code.

B) you will be prohibited from obtaining a driver’s licence for the next 5 years.

C) your driver’s licence will simply be revoked.

23 / 50

What are the steps to take before turning the ignition key to the start (On) position?

Apply pressure to the brake pedal.
Check to see if the parking brake is engaged.
Release the parking brake.
Check whether the gearshift lever is in the park position (P).

A) 1, 2, 3, 4

B) 1, 2, 3

C) 1, 2, 4

D) 1, 2

24 / 50

Who is permitted to serve as an accompanying rider for a learning driver? Anyone who has held for over two years:

A) any valid licence

B) a driver’s licence.

C) a probationary licence.

25 / 50

An underinflated tire:

A) Improve mileage

B) wears prematurely in the center

C) might overheat and blow

D) has better traction.

26 / 50

Is driving in reverse permitted on a highway?

A) No.

B) Yes, if you turn on your hazard lights

C) Yes, if you drive safely.

D) Yes only at day time

27 / 50

In the situation illustrated, the greatest risk is:

A) in zone 1.

B) in zone 2.

C) in zone 3.

D) in zone 1 and 2

28 / 50

According to road safety research, what influence does the family environment have on driving behaviour?

A) Great influence

B) Slight influence.

C) there is no connection

D) No influence

29 / 50

You are in a bar with your friends. You are not drinking any alcohol, since you drove to the bar. Rounds are frequent and, each time, you must refuse the drink your friends offer you. Yet, they know that you don’t intend to drink. In this situation, are your friends putting negative pressure on you?

A) No, since no one is forcing you to drink.

B) No, because your friends are simply being considerate.

C) The way your friend is acting could save your life.

D) Yes.

30 / 50

Driver 1 wants to enter the boulevard on the left. Is the driver allowed to cross the solid lines to get there faster?

A) No, the driver cannot cross a solid line.

B) Yes, if the lane the driver wishes to enter is free.

C) Yes, if the driver looked carefully before.

31 / 50

In the majority of vehicles, the parking brake acts:

A) A and D both

B) on the rear wheels

C) on the front wheels

D) on all 4 wheels

32 / 50

Which option or options below represent an advantage of eco-driving?

Reduced fuel consumption.
Reduced vehicle maintenance costs.
Reduced accident risks.

A) 1, 2

B) 2, 3

C) 1, 2, 3

D) 1, 3

33 / 50

The following statements concern the parking brake. Which one is true?

A) It is better never to use it, this avoids driving with the parking brake engaged

B) It must be released after placing the gearshift lever in the drive position

C) It must be released just after turning the ignition key

D) It must be released just before turning the ignition key

34 / 50

In a collision, what does a properly adjusted headrest prevent?

A) A and B both

B) Back injuries.

C) Shoulder injuries.

D) Neck injuries

35 / 50

Your sister just got her Class 5 learner’s licence, and you have had your driver’s licence for a year. Are you allowed to serve as an accompanying rider when she’s practising on the roadway?

A) Yes, provided you stay very careful and patient

B) Yes. With 12 months of driving experience, you can serve as an accompanying rider.

C) No. You must have acquired 24 months of driving experience.

36 / 50

In the situation illustrated, the greatest risk is:

A) in zone 1.

B) in zone 3.

C) in zone 2.

D) in zone 1 and 3

37 / 50

Which of the following is a sign that your brakes are working well?

A) The brake pedal is firm.

B) There is excessive pedal travel

C) You hear the scraping noise of metal-to-metal contact.

D) The vehicle pulls to one side when you brake

38 / 50

Your friend is worried about reducing fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. What would be good advice?

A) Driving style and behaviour play a role.

B) Greenhouse gas emissions are a national problem, not an individual problem

C) Should be drive in eco mode only

D) Fuel consumption is a concern especially when fuel prices go up.

39 / 50

Courtesy at the wheel is:
1. Observance of the rules of the Highway Safety Code.
2. Politeness and good manners toward all road users.
3. A waste of time.

A) 1, 3

B) 1, 2

C) 1

D) 2

40 / 50

What must driver 1 do?

A) Come to a full stop because that is what the sign calls for.

B) Adjust the vehicle’s speed to yield the right of way to driver no. 2.

C) Accelerate because he has the right of way.

41 / 50

Which statement is true?

A) Regular maintenance is not a very useful expenditure for vehicles under warranty

B) Reducing pollution is only for the trucking industry.

C) Regular vehicle maintenance helps protect the environmen

D) Regular maintenance is costly and does not lead to real savings.

42 / 50

In the situation illustrated, the greatest risk is:

A) in zone 2.

B) in zone 1.

C) in zone 3.

43 / 50

Ahead of you, a driver makes a wrong move and cuts you off. What is the best attitude to adopt?

A) You accelerate to be level with the vehicle so the driver can see you.

B) You refrain from thinking the driver’s intentions were bad.

C) You swear at the driver and make a provocative hand gesture.

D) You sound your horn several times to show your displeasure.

44 / 50

In order to avoid stressful situations that may lead to conflicts on the road, what must you do?

1. Avoid driving when you are tired.
2. Avoid driving when you are tense.
3. Listen to something funny or relaxing.

A) 1, 2, 3

B) 1

C) 1, 2

D) 2, 3

45 / 50

One of your vehicle’s tires is underinflated. Which of the following statements are true?

The tire may overheat.
The tire may blow and you may lose control.
This may extend the tire’s life a little.
Fuel consumption may increase.

A) 2, 3

B) 1, 2

C) 1, 2, 3, 4

D) 1, 2, 4

46 / 50

You are driving a vehicle with a standard transmission. Is it appropriate to keep your foot on the clutch while you are driving?

A) Only if you are travelling below 25 km/h

B) NO

C) Only if you are travelling above 25 km/h

D) YES

47 / 50

Indicate which behaviours violate a regulation among behaviours 1 to 6.

A) 2, 4, 5

B) 1, 3, 6

C) 3, 4, 6

D) 1, 2, 5

48 / 50

If you are driving a vehicle equipped with air bags, must you still wear the seat belt?

A) Only on highways.

B) NO

C) Optional

D) YES

49 / 50

Indicate which behaviours violate a regulation among behaviours 1 to 6.

A) 3, 5, 6

B) 2, 4, 6

C) 1, 2

D) 1, 2, 3

50 / 50

You are on your way to the convenience store with your 5-year-old brother. In the parking lot, you tell him to wait in the car a few minutes while you are in the store. Is this a safe thing to do?

A) Yes, because you will only be gone a very short while.

B) No

C) Yes, provided you remove the ignition key and lock the doors.

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