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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

A PEI highway paved shoulder is for:

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Correct Answer: B. Emergency stopping, disabled vehicles, and certain authorized bus services

Shoulder driving blocks emergency access and causes crashes when actual emergencies need the space.

Why the other answers are wrong

  • A.Everyday travelEveryday travel on shoulders is illegal.
  • C.Cyclists onlyCyclist use is permitted on many roads but shoulders have multiple purposes.
  • D.Right-turn stagingRight-turn staging on shoulders is dangerous and illegal.