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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

If headlights fail at night on a PEI road:

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Correct Answer: B. Slow, use hazards and any working lights (parking, signal), and pull off safely

Invisible vehicles are hit-from-behind risks; visible stops prevent secondary crashes.

Why the other answers are wrong

  • A.Continue at speedContinuing at speed without lights is extremely dangerous.
  • C.Drive by moonlightMoonlight isn't reliable for road hazards.
  • D.Close eyes momentarilyClosing eyes eliminates any remaining awareness.

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