Series 3-11: Six Conditions Affecting Driving

The “Conditions Affecting Driving” section of the Alberta School Bus Knowledge Test educates drivers on external factors that can impact vehicle control and safety.

Alberta School Bus Test - SERIES 3-11: Six Conditions Affecting Driving

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What is the approximate distance that average headlights can illuminate the highway at night?

100 metres

50 metres

200 metres

150 metres

2 / 15

What is recommended to help deal with sun glare or glare from snow for a professional operator?

Sunglasses and a clean windshield

Tinted rear windows only

Driving without interior lights

Relying on the visor only

3 / 15

How often should you check your rear-view mirror to see vehicles that may be following or trying to pass?

Only when stopping

Once every minute

Every three to five seconds

Only when changing lanes

4 / 15

What policy do many employers in Canada have regarding alcohol and driving?

Allow driving as long as the driver feels fine

Only restrict driving if more than three drinks were consumed

Only restrict driving for one hour after consuming alcohol

Forbid employees from driving within 12 hours of consuming any alcohol

5 / 15

What should you do before beginning your trip to help maintain proper attention on driving?

Drink extra coffee instead of resting

Make sure you are well rested

Plan to rest while driving slowly

Listen to loud music to stay awake

6 / 15

What is a key visual skill for a professional driver to see the “big picture”?

Focusing only on road signs

Staring straight ahead without moving your eyes

Using peripheral vision and keeping your eyes moving

Watching only the centre line

7 / 15

011-Which of the following is one of the six conditions affecting driving?

Engine temperature

Seat position

Light

Fuel

8 / 15

What does the defensive operator do to avoid getting into tight spots?

Relies mainly on other drivers to react

Drives faster to stay ahead of traffic

Focuses only on the vehicle immediately in front

Looks far ahead, anticipates traffic situations, and uses good judgment

9 / 15

Which of the following is a vehicle condition that can cause problems?

Low windshield washer fluid

Worn seat upholstery

Slightly dirty floor mats

Bad tires blowing out

10 / 15

When driving in rain, snow, sleet, or fog, what should you do?

Turn off headlights to reduce glare

Reduce speed, drive with headlights on, and avoid driving if conditions are too bad

Maintain normal speed and use high beams at all times

Follow the vehicle ahead very closely

11 / 15

At 80 km/h, how far will a vehicle travel in the seven seconds it takes to recover from headlight glare?

100 metres

160 metres

80 metres

200 metres

12 / 15

When should all new medications ideally be first taken by a school bus operator?

During a lunch break on a school day

Monday morning before work

Friday evening or Saturday morning

Immediately before starting a route

13 / 15

How long does it take the human eye to recover from headlight glare at night?

About seven seconds

About two seconds

About thirty seconds

About fifteen seconds

14 / 15

Which of the following is listed as a road condition that limits the speed at which you can drive?

Streetlights

Guardrails

Curves

Painted lane markings

15 / 15

When prescribed medication, what should you do to ensure it is safe for driving?

Ask your doctor about any effect on your ability to drive

Only read the label without asking questions

Drive first, then see how you feel

Assume all prescribed medications are safe for driving

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This section covers weather-related challenges such as fog, ice, snow, and rain, highlighting the need for reduced speed and increased caution. Drivers learn how road surfaces, visibility, and changing light conditions can affect braking distance and reaction times. The test also addresses the impact of distractions, fatigue, and mechanical issues. Understanding these conditions enables school bus operators to make informed decisions, adapt their driving techniques, and maintain a high standard of passenger safety in any situation.