ALBERTA AIR BRAKE PRACTICE TEST 03

Air brakes are an essential component of commercial vehicles in Alberta, Canada. They are designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling or skidding by applying compressed air to the brakes.

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Alberta Air Brake Test 03

For provincial carriers, a commercial vehicle is one with a registered weight of…?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 1 of 25

Trailers receive instructions as to when to apply and release the brakes from…?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 2 of 25

An anti-compound system is designed to do what?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 3 of 25

A spring park brake will be "caged" for what purpose?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 4 of 25

If one of the circuits of an air brake system fails, the vehicle should not be driven…?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 5 of 25

Trailers receive air from where?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 6 of 25

"Dead end" couplers should be used on air lines that are not in use to prevent what?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 7 of 25

If colour coding is used, the supply circuit will be…?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 8 of 25

The spring park brake system draws air from…?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 9 of 25

What does the trailer air supply valve do?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 10 of 25

You may find a safety actuator that mechanically maintains a service brake application when parked on which type of vehicle?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 11 of 25

To which of these does the double foot valve directly apply pressure?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 12 of 25

In most spring park brake chambers, the coil spring can exert a force of up to…?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 13 of 25

What colour is the Supply/emergency line when colour coding is used?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 14 of 25

The spring park brake control valve on the dashboard is usually which colour?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 15 of 25

If the secondary service circuit fails, which of these will stop working?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 16 of 25

Air pressure is used for what when parking?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 17 of 25

If there is a failure in the primary service circuit, the first warning will be what?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 18 of 25

If you suspect an air line is contaminated, what should you do?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 19 of 25

A driver can use the trailer control valve (hand valve) in order to do what?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 20 of 25

The service line sends messages to the trailer's service brake circuits using what?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 21 of 25

If the supply circuit fails, what should the driver do to conserve air pressure?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 22 of 25

In order to play its part with the spring park brakes, air pressure must be around…?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 23 of 25

Why are air brakes not suitable for parking?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 24 of 25

What are "glad hands"?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Question 25 of 25


 

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Provincial regulations require all commercial drivers to obtain an air brake endorsement on their driver’s license. The endorsement requires drivers to pass a specialized knowledge test and practical air brake system examinations. The Alberta Commercial Carrier Compliance Program (CCCP) inspects commercial vehicles for air brake compliance to ensure the safe operation of these vehicles on Alberta’s highways. Drivers must also conduct daily inspections of their air brake system to ensure proper operation and prevent accidents. In Alberta, any operator who fails to maintain an air brake system by the regulations can face fines and have their license suspended. As such, drivers must maintain their air brake systems well to ensure everyone’s road safety.

Drivingtest.ca has prepared this Air Brake practice test to assist drivers in understanding air brake systems. This practice test and practical instruction will help drivers operate 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.