Alberta Commercial Operator’s Licence Practice Quiz 04

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AB Commercial Driver Licence - Quiz 4

When reversing a semi-trailer, you should:

a. Turn the steering wheel in the same direction to where you want to go

b. Tap the throttle gently to begin reversing

c. Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction to where you want the trailer to go

d. Honk the horn only if there are other vehicles or bystanders in the vicinity

Question 1 of 30

What are the warning signs of driver fatigue?

a. The feeling that vehicles in the rear view mirror appeared out of nowhere

b. All answers are correct

c. Accidentally drifting into other lanes

d. Daydreaming and disconnected thoughts

Question 2 of 30

What should you do if you have begun crossing a set of railroad tracks and the crossing lights begin to flash?

a. Keep driving forward

b. Stop the vehicle

c. Put the vehicle in reverse

d. Get out of the vehicle

Question 3 of 30

To lower the risk of fire, you should:

a. Gently ‘drag' the brakes when the vehicle is in motion

b. Touch the fuel hose nozzle against the filler pipe before filling up with fuel

c. Drive back to your home terminal immediately if you notice a fuel leak after having taken a rest break

d. Leave your engine running while refuelling

Question 4 of 30

Which of the following is not one of the 'distractions' that a commercial vehicle driver would be fined for under the Distracted Driving Law of the Traffic Safety Act?

a. Read a GPS display screen

b. Emailing a friend on a hand-held cell phone

c. Reading a newspaper

d. Personal grooming

Question 5 of 30

In what situations would the use of CB radios be exempt from the Distracted Driving Law?

a. When participating in a search and rescue operation or when communicating extreme weather conditions

b. When operating a tour bus

c. When participating in a search and rescue operation

d. When communicating extreme weather conditions

Question 6 of 30

Corrosive materials can corrode:

a. Internal tissue

b. Metal

c. Human skin

d. All answers are correct

Question 7 of 30

When is it safe to remove the safety marks from a vehicle that was carrying dangerous goods?

a. After completing your final delivery of dangerous goods and doing a quick visual inspection for leaks

b. At least one week after the last dangerous goods were unloaded from the vehicle

c. Before making the last delivery of dangerous goods

d. When the vehicle has been cleaned and purged of all residues of dangerous goods

Question 8 of 30

Which of the following can commercial drivers not do while driving according to the Distracted Driving Law?

a. Hold and enter information into a GPS unit

b. Read a gauge that provides important information about the vehicle's running systems

c. Communicate with an employer using a two-way radio

d. Read a display screen that is tracking the vehicle's location, driver status, and delivery of goods

Question 9 of 30

Which best describes the effect of centrifugal force on a vehicle when entering a curve?

a. It causes the vehicle to skid and roll over

b. It increases the speed of the vehicle

c. It pushes the vehicle to the outside of the curve

d. It reduces the friction between the vehicle and the road surface

Question 10 of 30

If you are a driver of persons with disabilities on a city bus, you should:

a. Treat all people with intellectual disabilities the same

b. Never delay your schedule by assisting someone with a disability

c. Get the full medical history of someone with disabilities before transporting them

d. Always communicate with your passengers and be understanding of their needs

Question 11 of 30

What is the symbol for a non-flammable, non-toxic compressed gas?

a. Green coloured diamond with a white cylindrical tube

b. A white diamond with the flames and vertical red stripes

c. A white diamond with a skull and crossbones

d. A blue coloured diamond with flames

Question 12 of 30

What should you do when you approach a crossing in a large commercial vehicle and you notice that there is a STOP sign facing you on the opposite side of the tracks?

a. Before crossing, ensure there are no vehicles behind you

b. Perform a U-turn and find a different route

c. Before crossing, make sure there is sufficient space for your vehicle to clear the tracks when you'll reach the STOP sign

d. After you have crossed and reached the STOP sign, check that your vehicle is not hanging over the tracks

Question 13 of 30

When entering a right curve in a large vehicle, the driver should:

a. Keep the front of the vehicle closer to the centre of the road

b. Use his or her mirrors to monitor the path of the rear wheels

c. Keep the front of the vehicle closer to the right side of the road

d. Aim to keep the vehicle aligned in the centre of the lane

Question 14 of 30

When do most fatigue related collisions occur?

a. Between 2 and 6am

b. During weekends

c. Between 9pm and midnight

d. At sunset

Question 15 of 30

Why are railway crossings potentially more dangerous for larger, heavier commercial vehicles?

a. These vehicles need more time to clear a crossing

b. These vehicles need to stop farther away from a crossing before proceeding safely

c. These vehicles need more speed to clear the crossing

d. These vehicles have to overcome the centrifugal force acting upon them

Question 16 of 30

When should you use a guide to assist with reversing?

a. When reversing to the right

b. When reversing to the left

c. If possible, always use a guide

d. When straight line reversing

Question 17 of 30

Under what conditions would a private passenger vehicle not be considered ‘for hire' under the Operator Licensing and Vehicle Control Regulation?

a. When the total distance travelled during the journey is less than 3km

b. When the passenger is a regular customer and friend of the driver

c. When the driver is carrying two or fewer passengers

d. When the driver is party to an agreement to provide transportation to only his or her family members

Question 18 of 30

Which of the vehicles below would be required to stop at all uncontrolled railway crossings?

a. A semi-trailer carrying corrosive materials

b. A truck that has just finished unloading a delivery of flammable liquids

c. A 16-passenger tour bus

d. An ambulance

Question 19 of 30

What is the best solution for preventing driver fatigue?

a. Drink lots of coffee before beginning your shift

b. Get plenty of sleep the night before driving and schedule breaks every two hours during your trip

c. Think about something soothing while you drive

d. Turn up the radio to help keep you alert

Question 20 of 30

What is considered a safe distance from the bus to bring your passengers if you notice a fire while on route?

a. 35 metres

b. 100 metres

c. 50 metres

d. 25 metres

Question 21 of 30

When are drivers of emergency vehicles are exempt from the Distracted Driving Law?

a. The hours between sunset and sunrise (night)

b. When they have made a clear assessment that operating a hand-held device would not pose a danger

c. When their siren and lights are activated

d. When acting within the scope of their employment

Question 22 of 30

If safety marks are needed to indicate the presence of dangerous goods, where on the vehicle should they be placed?

a. At the end of the trailer or transport unit

b. On the front of the lead trailer

c. On the side that will be most visible to other vehicles

d. On each side and each end of the trailer or transport unit

Question 23 of 30

The law requires that the wheels of a parked vehicle be no farther than what distance from the curb?

a. 100 centimetres

b. 75 centimetres

c. 25 centimetres

d. 50 centimetres

Question 24 of 30

If a 'reserved lane' sign includes a list of hours of the day or days of the week on it, what do these mean?

a. They indicate when the vehicles represented on the sign are not permitted to drive in that that

b. They indicate when any vehicle can drive in that lane

c. They indicate when that lane is not reserved

d. They indicate when that lane is reserved

Question 25 of 30

When conversing with or offering help to someone with disabilities, it is important to:

a. All answers are correct

b. Consider their visual, hearing or physical impairment when speaking to them

c. Identify yourself and provide reassurance about the transportation help you can provide

d. Respect their desire for personal space

Question 26 of 30

When driving a vehicle that is transporting dangerous goods, all pertinent documents should be located where?

a. As electronic copies on the driver's smartphone

b. In a labelled folder in the glove compartment of the passenger seat

c. Within reach or in a pocket mounted on the driver's door

d. Attached to the container holding the dangerous goods

Question 27 of 30

When a driver is making more than one delivery of dangerous goods, he or she should make note of the change in quantity of dangerous goods on the shipping document when?

a. When completing the daily log

b. At the end of the work shift

c. Immediately following each delivery

d. When the quantity of dangerous goods aboard changes significantly in the driver's estimation

Question 28 of 30

What does a white diamond on a black background featured on a 'reserved lane' sign indicate?

a. Vehicles are not permitted to change out of the lane

b. The posted driving restrictions only apply during rush hour

c. The lane is reserved for any vehicles carrying two or more passengers

d. Vehicles in the reserved lane travel in the same direction as traffic

Question 29 of 30

For what class of hazardous materials must a special document be carried in the vehicle that indicates the name of the authorized driver and is signed by the owner?

a. Flammable liquids

b. Explosives

c. Radioactive materials

d. Gases

Question 30 of 30

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Alberta Commercial Operator’s Licence Knowledge Test Practice 04