What is the minimum vision standard an applicant for a Class G, G1, or G2 licence must meet?

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Correct answer: D. 20/50 visual acuity (Snellen), with at least a 120-degree horizontal visual field

O. Reg. 340/94, s. 18(2) requires "a visual acuity as measured by Snellen Rating that is not poorer than 20/50" (with both eyes open, with or without corrective lenses) and "a horizontal visual field of at least 120 continuous degrees along the horizontal meridian and at least 15 continuous degrees above and below fixation." Confirmed against the regulation's own text directly, not just a secondary summary.

Source: MTO Driver's Handbook: O. Reg. 340/94, section 18(2) — vision standard for Class G, G1, G2

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