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1.If workers are present in construction zones, what is the consequence regarding fines for traffic violations?

A) Fines remain the same as regular zones.

B) Fines are reduced as a courtesy.

C) Fines will be doubled.

D) Only demerit points are issued.

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To emphasize safety and accountability, traffic violation fines are automatically doubled in construction zones when workers are actively present. This indicates a heightened risk environment.

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02/15

2.When passing emergency vehicles or tow trucks stopped with their lights flashing, what speed must motorists reduce to?

A) 80 km/h, regardless of the posted speed.

B) The posted speed limit, even if higher than 60 km/h.

C) 60 km/h or the posted speed, whichever is lower.

D) Only reduce speed if directly in the same lane.

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Motorists are legally required to reduce their speed to 60 km/h or the posted limit, whichever is lower, when passing stopped emergency vehicles or tow trucks with flashing lights in adjacent lanes.

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03/15

3.What penalty applies to the fine for speeding when passing stopped emergency vehicles with flashing lights?

A) The fine is doubled.

B) There is no additional penalty.

C) The fine is reduced by half.

D) Only demerit points are increased.

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To further enforce safety around emergency personnel, the fine for speeding in areas where emergency vehicles or tow trucks are stopped with flashing lights is automatically doubled.

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04/15

4.What specific consequences does the Traffic Safety Act include for certain distracted driving activities?

A) Only verbal warnings.

B) Increased insurance premiums only.

C) Fines and three demerit points.

D) Mandatory vehicle impoundment.

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The Traffic Safety Act imposes both financial penalties and three demerit points for specific types of distracted driving, highlighting the seriousness of such offenses.

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05/15

5.Who is responsible for ensuring passengers under 16 years of age are properly secured in the car?

A) The passenger themselves.

B) The registered owner of the vehicle.

C) The driver of the vehicle.

D) A parent or guardian not present in the vehicle.

Correct! Wrong!

The driver holds the legal responsibility for ensuring that all passengers in their vehicle who are under 16 years of age are correctly secured with appropriate restraints.

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06/15

6.What approach is taken for any alcohol and/or drugs for novice and learner license holders in the GDL licence category?

A) A minor tolerance.

B) A tiered penalty system based on amount.

C) Only applies if impairment is evident.

D) A zero tolerance approach.

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Nunavut implements a strict zero tolerance policy towards any presence of alcohol or drugs for novice and learner drivers.

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07/15

7.What is one of the immediate consequences for a contravention for novice drivers?

A) A five-day driver’s licence suspension.

B) A 14-day vehicle seizure.

C) An immediate 30-day driver’s licence suspension.

D) A $500 fine with no surcharge.

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A direct consequence for violating the Zero tolerance program is an immediate suspension of the driver’s licence for a period of 30 days.

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08/15

8.What is the consequence for novice drivers who are caught driving with alcohol in their system?

A) A 3-day vehicle seizure.

B) No vehicle seizure.

C) Vehicle impoundment for 15 days.

D) A 30-day license suspension.

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In addition to a licence suspension, a driver contravening the IRS ZERO Novice program will also face an immediate seven-day seizure of their vehicle.

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09/15

9.For a second occurrence of BAC between 0.05 and 0.08, what is the duration of the immediate driver’s licence suspension?

A) Three days.

B) 15 days.

C) 30 days.

D) 60 days.

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A second violation of BAC limit results in a longer immediate drivers licence suspension, lasting for a period of 15 days.

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10.What happens to the vehicle you are driving if your licence is suspended or disqualified, regardless of who owns it?

A) It will be seized and impounded for 30 days.

B) It is sold at auction to cover fines.

C) It is returned to the registered owner immediately.

D) Only the drivers vehicle will be seized.

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If a driver operates a vehicle while their licence is suspended or disqualified, the vehicle will be seized and impounded for 30 days, irrespective of who the registered owner is.

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011/15

11.How are demerit points recorded against your driving record?

A) Automatically upon receiving a ticket.

B) When you are convicted of an offence.

C) After accumulating a certain number of minor infractions.

D) Only if you cause a collision.

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Demerit points are officially recorded against a drivers record specifically upon conviction for an offence, which can happen by paying a fine, being found guilty, or failing to appear in court.

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012/15

12.What typically occurs if a driver is caught speeding more than 50 km/h over the limit in Nunavut?

A) A standard fine is issued.

B) Only demerit points are applied.

C) It usually requires a mandatory court appearance.

D) The vehicle is immediately impounded.

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Excessive speeding, defined as more than 50 km/h over the limit, typically escalates to a mandatory court appearance for the driver due to the severity of the offence.

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013/15

13.At what point total are you required to attend an interview with a driver examiner to avoid licence suspension?

a) 8 demerit points

b) 10 demerit points

c) 12 demerit points

d) 15 demerit points

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When you accumulate 12 or more demerit points, but fewer than 15, you must attend an interview with a driver examiner. Failing to do so will result in licence suspension.

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14.When are you mailed a courtesy notice of your demerit point standing?

a) After 5 points

b) At 8 to less than 15 points

c) At exactly 15 points

d) After licence reinstatement

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A courtesy notice is sent when your point total reaches eight or more but less than 15, alerting you of your current standing and encouraging caution.

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15.What is the consequence of accumulating 15 or more demerit points within a two-year period?

a) Required defensive driving course

b) Warning letter only

c) Automatic one-month licence suspension

d) Temporary fine

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If you accumulate 15 or more points in two years, your drivers licence is automatically suspended for one month, and you will receive a notification outlining the suspension and reinstatement process.

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2.When passing emergency vehicles or tow trucks stopped with their lights flashing, what speed must motorists reduce to?

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3.What penalty applies to the fine for speeding when passing stopped emergency vehicles with flashing lights?

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4.What specific consequences does the Traffic Safety Act include for certain distracted driving activities?

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5.Who is responsible for ensuring passengers under 16 years of age are properly secured in the car?

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6.What approach is taken for any alcohol and/or drugs for novice and learner license holders in the GDL licence category?

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7.What is one of the immediate consequences for a contravention for novice drivers?

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8.What is the consequence for novice drivers who are caught driving with alcohol in their system?

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9.For a second occurrence of BAC between 0.05 and 0.08, what is the duration of the immediate driver’s licence suspension?

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