If you are ready to take your driving test to get your BC Drivers License here are a few tips to make sure you are stopping correctly.
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Always come to a complete stop and never make a rolling stop as they are illegal.
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Always stop at a junction so that you cannot see the line at the stop sign or pedestrian crossing. If there is a vehicle in front of you always make sure you can see their wheels. These two techniques will show you know how to stop safely. When your front bumper is over the stop line you are actually creating an obstruction for other drivers.
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After making your perfect stop remember you have to wait at least 2 or three seconds before you start moving again when the road is clear.
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A yield is not a stop unless there is traffic. Make sure you slow down and look for traffic before you actually proceed to merge.
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Even if there is not a stop sign leaving a parking lot or at the end of a driveway you have to stop.
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Don’t panic when you approach an intersection if you feel it is difficult to judge when you will hit the line. Instead you can slowly inch forward. You do not want to overrun the line and reverse as this can cause the administrator to check it off as a fail.
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Stopping without reason is a good way to cause an accident. Only stop at the expected areas like red lights and stop signs.
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Avoid common mistakes such as stopping at a green light when turning right. You can slow down to ensure you are yielding safely but if the road is clear you do not have to stop.
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Be prepared for yellow lights when approaching an intersection so you are able to safely stop if the light changes.
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Remember that you might need to stop quickly due to other drivers. Although this might not be part of the test your reaction can lead to issues with the test administrator. Paying attention will help you avoid having to slam on the brakes. Slowing down if there is possible danger will allow you to brake safely instead of suddenly.
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Learn how to use your emergency brake to be safe.
Practising your stopping skills will help you pass your BC drivers license test.
