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Prince Edward Island · Knowledge Test · Instruction Permit · Highway Safety Division

Prince Edward Island Knowledge Test — Instruction Permit Practice Question

Knowledge test administered by Highway Safety Division for the Instruction Permit licence. 40 questions, 80% to pass.

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Emergency Situations

Smoke or flames from a PEI vehicle's engine compartment while driving:

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Correct Answer: B. Pull off safely, stop, turn off engine, evacuate, and call 911 — do NOT fully open the hood

Engine fires can flash over when the hood opens; staying back is safer than fighting.

Why the other answers are wrong

  • A.Open the hood immediatelyFull hood opening admits oxygen and causes flashover.
  • C.Drive faster to wind-out the fireWind doesn't extinguish; speed feeds the fire.
  • D.Pour water through air ventsWater through vents can short electrical and spread fire.

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