Turns and lanesQuestion 185 of 235

Before a right turn, you look over your right shoulder. Which road users do you look for?

  1. Only vehicles behind you.
  2. Only large trucks.
  3. Animals on the road.
  4. Cyclists and pedestrians that come toward the intersection.
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Correct answer: Cyclists and pedestrians that come toward the intersection.

A cyclist or a pedestrian can be in your blind spot. A shoulder check finds them.

Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), Right turns, page 66

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026