Turns and lanesQuestion 189 of 235

You are in an urban area at an alley intersection. May you make a U-turn there?

  1. Yes, if you signal.
  2. Yes, if the alley is empty.
  3. Yes, if you do a shoulder check.
  4. No, a U-turn is not allowed there.
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Correct answer: No, a U-turn is not allowed there.

The guide lists the alley intersection as a place where a U-turn is not allowed in an urban area.

Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), U-turns, page 69

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026