NEW BRUNSWICK AIR BRAKE TEST 01

Air brake systems are a vital component of road safety in New Brunswick, Canada. In the province, vehicle operators are required to hold a valid air brake endorsement in order to drive vehicles equipped with air brakes, including heavy trucks and buses.

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Air Brake Test 01

1 / 30

If compressed air of 120 psi acts on a diaphragm of 45 square inches, how much force is produce?

2 / 30

What is the cause of accumulated sludge at the bottom of a reservoir?

3 / 30

When the driver releases the foot valve treadle and the air in the brake chambers is allowed to exhaust through the ______, releasing the brakes.

4 / 30

The time it takes from the moment a hazard is recognized to the time the brake is applied is known as:

5 / 30

The force that resists movement between two surfaces in contact with each other:

6 / 30

When a manual front brake limiting valve is activated, when applying air pressure to the front brakes it is reduced to __ percent of the application air pressure being delivered to the rear brake chambers.

7 / 30

If an air brake system's compressor is struggling to build 90 psi of air pressure within 3 minutes, which of the following is most likely the problem?

8 / 30

Brake chambers and slack adjusters ______________________.

9 / 30

Braking at highway speed causes brake drum _______ due to heat, which in turn requires _____ push rod travel to maintain the same braking force.

10 / 30

Levers and air pressure give brakes:

11 / 30

The foot valve is usually located closer to the ________. The longer the distance from the foot valve to the rear chambers, the ______ time it will take before the rear brakes apply.

12 / 30

A foot valve ______________.

13 / 30

The distance the ______ of the foot valve is depressed by the driver determines the air pressure that will be applied in order to operate the brakes.

14 / 30

To stop a vehicle in 1/10 the time it took to accelerate would require a stopping force of __ times the acceleration force.

15 / 30

A reservoir's safety valve is normally set at ______.

16 / 30

In a spring parking brake system, the brakes are applied by _____ pressure and retracted by ______ pressure.

17 / 30

What component of an air brake system prevents air from moving backwards in the system toward the compressor?

18 / 30

Most brake linings work best around:

19 / 30

The first reservoir after the compressor is known as the __________.

20 / 30

Which of the following is a circular container divided in the middle by a flexible diaphragm?

21 / 30

Which of the following can result in a brake system's automatic slack adjuster not maintaining proper slack?

22 / 30

What type of brake assembly uses a 'power screw'?

23 / 30

The braking force required to stop a vehicle varies directly with its _______________.

24 / 30

Which of the following controls the minimum and maximum air pressure in the air brake system by controlling when the compressor pumps air?

25 / 30

Which of the following uses air pressure to assist brake force but does not require an air brake endorsement on your licence in order to operate?

26 / 30

A manual front brake limiting valve is useful in what type of conditions?

27 / 30

The compressor must be able to build reservoir air pressure from _______ within three minutes, otherwise the compressor requires servicing.

28 / 30

A spring parking brake system can also act as ____________.

29 / 30

What part can be installed on long wheel base vehicles to allow the brakes to release quickly and fully by discharging the application air near the brake chambers?

30 / 30

All compressor reservoirs must be drained ______, in order to avoid excess water collection.

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The endorsement involves a comprehensive knowledge and practical test on inspecting, maintaining, and operating air brake systems. This approach ensures that drivers are trained and competent in managing these complex systems, which rely on compressed air to stop heavy vehicles. Failure to maintain air brake systems can lead to catastrophic accidents, so regular inspections and preventative maintenance are crucial. The New Brunswick Department of Transportation provides resources and guidelines to drivers and commercial vehicle operators to ensure that air brake systems are functioning properly and safely and that they comply with the province’s strict regulations.

Before learning to drive a Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, or Class 4 vehicle, you must get authorized instruction in the class of vehicle you want to be licensed in. For each section of these practice tests, we have multiple practice tests. Requirements for Air Brake Endorsement are 1) Must complete an Air Brake Written Test 2) Must complete an Air Brake Practical Test.

To successfully prepare, consider utilizing these exams and the official New Brunswick Air Brake Manual to your advantage. The more knowledge you can attain, the better it will be for you once you return to the SNB office to take the air brake license written knowledge test.