Series 3-14: Elements of Defensive Driving

The “Elements of Defensive Driving” section of the Alberta School Bus Knowledge Test focuses on safety and accident prevention.

Alberta School Bus Test - SERIES 3-14: Elements of Defensive Driving

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Foresight in driving is the ability to:

React only after a hazard appears

Focus only on the road immediately in front of the bus

Ignore distant traffic situations

Anticipate and prepare for most eventualities in traffic

2 / 10

Which element helps a professional operator avoid collisions by learning from planned programs and materials?

Speed

Aggressiveness

Knowledge

Luck

3 / 10

Why are good visual habits especially important for a defensive driver?

They replace the need for judgment

They are one of the most important tools for avoiding collisions

They make signals unnecessary

They allow the driver to ignore mirrors

4 / 10

Skill as a defensive driver is best defined as the ability to:

Ignore standard procedures

Drive with one hand at all times

Follow others without using signals

Manipulate vehicle controls to perform basic traffic maneuvers correctly

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What is the main reason experience alone is not the best teacher for driving?

It reduces vision at night

Bad habits can develop and are hard to break

It eliminates the need for training

It is illegal to rely on experience

6 / 10

Alertness in defensive driving is best described as:

Keeping attention focused on driving and free of distractions

Driving as fast as possible

Relying only on mirrors

Ignoring other road users

7 / 10

What does good judgment in traffic situations involve?

Recognizing alternatives and choosing wisely in time to avoid a collision

Ignoring road signs

Relying solely on intuition without knowledge

Always following other drivers

8 / 10

Which of the following is an example of a basic traffic maneuver requiring skill?

Turning

Using a mobile phone

Talking to passengers

Eating while driving

9 / 10

Which senses are specifically mentioned as important for maintaining full alertness?

Smell and taste only

Vision and taste only

Vision, touch, smell, and hearing

Hearing and balance only

10 / 10

How are good habits in defensive driving developed?

By copying other drivers’ behavior

By driving without any instruction

By consciously practicing the correct procedure until it becomes automatic

By changing methods every trip

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Defensive driving requires bus operators to remain alert, anticipate hazards, and make proactive decisions. Key elements include maintaining a safe following distance, obeying speed limits, and being prepared for sudden changes in traffic or weather conditions. Proper use of mirrors, signaling intentions early, and scanning intersections also play crucial roles. By practicing these elements, school bus drivers can effectively minimize risks, protect their passengers, and respond appropriately to emergencies, contributing to overall road safety and responsible driving behavior.