QUEBEC HEAVY VEHICLE KNOWLEDGE TEST 06

Commercial drivers in Quebec, Canada are required to abide by strict traffic rules to ensure the safety of themselves and other road users.

Quebec Commercial Driver Test 06

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Which of the vehicles below would be exempt from having to complete a pre-trip inspection?

A passenger bus weighing under 3,000 kg

A tractor-semitrailer combination weighing over 3,000 kg, but transporting goods that are not dangerous

Straight-body truck with two axles used to transport unprocessed grain by the producer himself

A double road train that has been correctly hitched

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Approximately how long should it take you to complete a pre-trip inspection of a tractor-semitrailer?

10 minutes

5 minutes

20 minutes

30 minutes

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A visual inspection check is normally sufficient for verifying the condition of which of the following components during a pre-trip inspection?

Steering mechanism

Rearview mirrors

Horn

Wheels

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What is a T endorsement?

It certifies that a Class 1, 2 or 3 licence holder can drive a heavy vehicle equipped with a manual transmission

It certifies that a Class 1, 2 or 3 licence holder can drive a heavy vehicle equipped with air brakes

It certifies that a Class 1 licence holder can drive a road train with a total length of more than 25 m

It certifies that a Class 1, 2 or 3 licence holder can drive a heavy vehicle loaded with dangerous substances

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What is the recommended order for checking the components listed below?

Service brakes; Turn-signal lights; Power steering belt; Fifth wheel

Turn-signal lights; Service brakes; Fifth wheel; Power steering belt

Power steering belt; Service brakes; Fifth wheel; Turn-signal lights

Fifth wheel; Power steering belt; Turn-signal lights; Service brakes

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When checking the rearview mirrors in the pre-trip inspection, which of the findings is not serious enough to be noted in the report?

A mirror is cracked

None. All of these findings constitute minor defects

The supports attached to the mirror move easily when a small amount of pressure is applied

A mirror will not stay in position when adjusted

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A copy of the daily logs dating back to which time period must be kept in the vehicle?

7 days

21 days

10 days

14 days

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Which defects should be entered in the pre-trip inspection report?

Only major defects that present an immediate safety threat

All major and minor defects found in the course of an inspection

Only major defects

Only defects that the driver cannot repair immediately

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It is considered an offence if:

The fire extinguisher is not properly mounted

The turn-signal lights do not work when the lever is pressed

The spare wheel is not in good enough condition to be used on the road

A cargo load is positioned in such a way that it reduces the driver's field of vision

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What is an example of a major defect in the air brake system when completing the pre-trip inspection?

If the pressure drop after one minute of pressing the brake pedal and turning the engine off is less than 20 kPa

If the low air pressure buzzer cannot be heard when the air pressure in the brake system drops below 380 kPa

If the air compressor does not stop operating when air pressure is between 805 kPa and 945 kPa

If you find that you have to press down on the brake pedal several times to generate pressure in the lines

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If a driver elects to drive for 15 hours in one shift and defer two hours of off-duty time to the next day and, what is the maximum number of hours he or she can drive the next day?

9 hours

11 hours

7 hours

13 hours

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What is the purpose of the pre-trip inspection?

To confirm that the emergency brakes will work in the event of a service brake failure

To evaluate the driver's competency at dealing with emergency situations

To check that the vehicle's main components are in good working order and ensure the vehicle is safe before driving on the road

To test that the vehicle's components meet the highest quality and performance standards in the province

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Under which of the following circumstances would a driver be exempt from completing a pre-trip inspection?

When the driver returns to the wheel in the evening, after an 8-hour rest, and an inspection was carried out earlier that same day

When inspections of the previous 7 days have revealed no defects

When the driver adds a new trailer to the vehicle during the course of the same trip

When the driver's shift overlaps into a new day

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A driver whose home terminal is Quebec City drives 140 km and finishes his shift in Shawinigan. On Tuesday and Wednesday he starts and finishes his shift at the Shawinigan terminal, making deliveries within a 160-km radius. On Thursday he makes deliveries and then travels 400 km to Saguenay. The operator keeps a record of the driver's hours. For which days would the driver need to fill out a daily log?

Monday and Thursday

Wednesday and Thursday

Thursday only

Monday only

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What is the recommended order of steps for pre-trip inspection?

Approach the vehicle; Check inside the cab; Check under the hood; Walk-around inspection; Check other mandatory lights

Approach the vehicle; Walk-around inspection; Check under the hood; Check inside the cab; Check other mandatory lights

Approach the vehicle; Check inside the cab; Walk-around inspection; Check other mandatory lights; Check under the hood

Approach the vehicle; Check under the hood; Check inside the cab; Walk-around inspection; Check other mandatory lights

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Which component does not need to be checked when inspecting a straight truck?

Suspension

Trailer hitch

Parking and emergency brake

Air brake system

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What is one of the main causes of accidents involving wheel loss?

Lack of wheel bearing lubricant

Low tire pressure

Wheels that are not parallel

Leak in the air spring suspension

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Which is not one the conditions for having the daily log requirement waived?

The work shift begins and ends on different days

The work shift does not exceed 13 hours

The driver returns to the home terminal each day

The driver stays within a 160km radius of the home terminal

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To test your air brake system for leaks, you should:

Turn off the engine and slowly take your foot off the brake pedal

Check the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir

Press down on the brake pedal all of the way and measure the change in the air pressure gauge

Pump the brake pedal until the pressure drops below 620 kPa while the engine is idling

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Which of the following statements is not true about extending normal working hours to perform vital winter road maintenance?

A driver must stop driving after accumulating 16 hours of on-duty time

A driver must take at least 8 consecutive hours of off-duty time before beginning the first work shift

The driver can drive up to a total of 45 hours over three consecutive work shifts as long as these hours are spread evenly

A total of at least 30 off-duty time hours must be taken during the three-day period that includes three work shifts

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If a solo driver is using the sleeper berth to split his or her hours of off-duty time into two periods, what is the minimum length of one period?

1 hour

3 hours

2 hours

4 hours

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If the stop sign mounted to a school bus is not working properly, which of the following statements is true?

This is a minor defect that must be fixed within 48 hours, but in the meantime the driver can transport children as long as hand signals are used

This is a major defect and the vehicle must not be operated

The vehicle can be driven as long as the alternate flashing lights are in good working order

This is considered a minor defect, but the driver is prohibited from transporting schoolchildren

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In which of the below scenarios would a driver not be permitted to extend his or her hours of driving time?

The driver of a tow truck must tow a vehicle on a public road that is 120km from the home terminal

An unexpected thunderstorm hits the region and delays what is usually a simple trip to complete under normal driving conditions

The driver is caught in the usual traffic jam that congests roads at 16:00

The driver and his passengers need to travel an extra distance in order to find a safe place to stop during an emergency

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When inspecting your tires during the pre-trip inspection, you should not drive the vehicle under any circumstances if you discover:

A tire appears worn and damaged

A tire on a single wheel that has a large and visible bulge or is deformed

A tire on a dual wheel base has an object lodged in the tread that could cause a flat

The wear indicator touches the ground

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If a driver makes multiple stops close together within a municipality, to simplify the daily log, the driver is permitted to:

Group together all of the stopping time into a single stop and mark it with an unbroken line on the 'On-duty' section after the hours of driving

Round-up each pick up or delivery time to the nearest half-hour increment and enter it in the 'On-duty' section

Group together all of the stopping time into a single stop and mark it with an unbroken line on the 'On-duty' section before the hours of driving

Count the time spent stopping for pick ups and deliveries as driving hours and add it to the unbroken line of the 'Driving time' section

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Which of the following is considered a minor defect that should be repaired within 48 hours of being detected?

The windshield wiper on the driver's side does not wipe the windshield properly

The power steering belt is in imminent danger of breaking

The parking brake does not hold the vehicle back when you apply the brake and ease the vehicle forward

Neither of the low beam headlights works when switched on

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In addition to the pre-trip inspection, the industry recommends that safety checks be conducted how frequently during a trip?

Every six hours

Every 160 km

Every time you stop for a mandatory brake inspection

Every rest break

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Which of the following meets the requirements for a sleeper berth?

An area in the passenger compartment of a bus that ensures privacy and has a bed measuring 1.5 m in length and 60 cm in width and height

A large passenger seat within the cab that reclines into a bed

A large separate area within the heavy vehicle that is not reached by the temperature control system, but that is outfitted with many blankets

A securely compartmentalized area within the cargo space that includes an appropriate sized bed

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If you are conducting the pre-trip inspection of the trailer hitch and you find that there is damage to one of the components that could cause a breakaway, you should:

Activate your emergency lights and proceed carefully to a service station

Check to see if all of the other components of the hitching device are in decent condition, and if so, drive to a service station

Ensure that the next driver on shift is aware of the problem so that he or she can practice defensive driving techniques

Have a mechanic repair the faults before the vehicle is operated

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Holders of which type of licence are authorized to drive school buses?

Class 1 and 2

Class 3

Class 1

Class 2

Your score is

Speed limits are strictly enforced, and drivers must always wear seatbelts. Commercial drivers are also expected to maintain a safe distance from other vehicles and not exceed the maximum weight limit for their vehicles. Additionally, they must obey traffic signals and signs and use caution when driving through construction zones or in adverse weather conditions. Failure to follow these regulations not only puts the driver’s safety at risk but can also result in severe penalties, including fines, license suspension, or even criminal charges in some cases. Therefore, commercial drivers in Quebec need to be vigilant and follow all traffic rules to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of everyone on the road.

To begin your career in commercial driving, you must obtain your Quebec Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, or Class 4 Heavy Vehicle Driver Licence.
These online practice tests were developed to help individuals study for their Heavy Vehicle driver’s licence. Our practice testing area is designed to help you learn the information on your actual written knowledge test and familiarize you with the testing format. All testing material is covered in official Quebec’s ‘Driving a Heavy Vehicle‘ manual.