ALBERTA AIR BRAKE PRACTICE TEST 01

Air brakes in Alberta, Canada are an essential component of highway safety. The province has strict regulations in place to ensure that all commercial vehicles comply with air brake standards.

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Alberta Air Brake Test 01

Brake components are constructed to withstand up to what temperature under hard braking?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 1 of 25

When removing fittings or hoses from an air brake system, you should make sure that the air pressure is…?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 2 of 25

One advantage that air brake systems have over hydraulic brake systems is that they are better able to tolerate what?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 3 of 25

A vehicle travelling at 40 km/h will need how much more stopping power than a vehicle travelling at 20 km/h?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 4 of 25

If your air brake system is colour-coded, the secondary circuit components will be what colour?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 5 of 25

To test for air system leaks, you should apply and firmly hold a full service brake application for two minutes. The system should not lose more than 4 psi, plus what additional losses per trailer?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 6 of 25

Atmospheric pressure at sea level is approximately what?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 7 of 25

The lag time between an air brake being applied and the brake beginning to function is approximately…?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 8 of 25

When braking what should you do to prevent your vehicle jerking back?
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b.
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d.

Question 9 of 25

A braking system works by converting the energy of motion into what?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 10 of 25

The first action in any air brake inspection should be what?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 11 of 25

To perform an air brake inspection, the vehicle should be…?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 12 of 25

Brake fade occurs because the brakes are…?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 13 of 25

To qualify for an air brake endorsement in Alberta, a driver must have had a minimum of how many hours of instruction (not including breaks)?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 14 of 25

How many different circuits are there in an air brake system?
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d.

Question 15 of 25

If a driver has permission to operate vehicles with air brakes, what endorsement will appear on their license?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 16 of 25

When a driver sees a problem, how long will they usually be between identifying the hazard and applying the brake?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 17 of 25

When descending a long hill, you should apply the brakes…?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 18 of 25

When testing the supply circuit, the compressor should be able to build from 50 to 90 psi within what time?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 19 of 25

A typical cylinder in an air brake system can generate a force of…?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 20 of 25

At what pressure in psi should the park control valve pop out?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 21 of 25

Which of these has the ultimate responsibility to ensure their vehicle has safe, properly adjusted brakes before taking a vehicle out on the road?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 22 of 25

If you are driving a truck and trailer combination of 20 m in length, you should allow how much following distance?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 23 of 25

A tractor-trailer combination has accelerated to 100 km/h but now needs to make an emergency stop within seven seconds. The stopping force required will be approximately how many times more than the acceleration force?
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b.
c.
d.

Question 24 of 25

What is the most common fault found with air brake systems during commercial vehicle inspections?
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b.
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d.

Question 25 of 25


 

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These regulations are designed to improve braking performance, reduce stopping distances, and prevent brake-related accidents. In Alberta, air brake certification is required for operators of commercial vehicles that use air brakes. In addition, drivers must complete a written air brake test and a practical skills test to obtain their certification. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in penalties or even the loss of driving privileges. With proper maintenance and regular inspections, air brakes in Alberta help maintain safe highways and prevent accidents on the road.

Drivingtest.ca has prepared this Air Brake practice test to assist drivers in understanding air brake systems. This practice test and practical instruction will assist drivers in operating air brake-equipped vehicles before and after obtaining their Alberta air brake endorsement.

To successfully prepare, consider utilizing these exams and the official Alberta “Air Brake Manual – A Guide for Students” to your advantage. The more knowledge you can attain, the better it will be for you once you decide to return to the license office to take the air brake license written knowledge test.