Safe drivingQuestion 161 of 235

You are ready to move away from your parking place. Which three checks do you make?

  1. Check that your path is clear, check your mirrors, and do a shoulder check.
  2. Sound the horn, turn on the hazard lights, and look straight ahead.
  3. Check the fuel gauge, the radio, and the clock.
  4. Press the brake, press the accelerator, and close the window.
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Correct answer: Check that your path is clear, check your mirrors, and do a shoulder check.

You must know that nothing is in your way. The mirrors and the shoulder check show you traffic and your blind spots.

Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), Fasten your seat belt, page 47

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026