Ontario G1 Knowledge Test — G1 Practice Question
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Rules of the Road
When following a working snow plow, you should:
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Correct Answer: B. Stay well back — debris and spray come off the plow, and the plow may reverse
Plows throw snow, ice, and sand that can chip windshields or cause loss of control if hit at speed. They also reverse and make wide manoeuvres. Staying well back (2–3 car lengths at city speed, more at highway speed) is safe.
Why the other answers are wrong
- A.Tailgate closely to stay in cleared pavementTailgating invites debris impact and collisions.
- C.Pass on the left immediatelyPassing a plow in operation is risky — wait until it pulls over.
- D.Pass on the rightRight-side passing is unsafe; the plow may swing that way.