QUEBEC HEAVY VEHICLE KNOWLEDGE TEST 01

Commercial drivers in Quebec, Canada are subject to a set of strict traffic rules to ensure the safety of themselves and other road users.

Quebec Commercial Driver Test 01

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In Canada what is the most common cause of traffic incidents involving a heavy vehicle?

Road conditions

Alcohol

Fatigue

Speed

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What aspect of a large commercial vehicle is limited during the annual thaw to reduce the impact on the pavement?

Vehicle speed

Certain categories of dangerous goods

Tire size

Load weight

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Which of the following is not a pre-trip inspection requirement?

You must keep inspection report entries up to date

You must keep the inspection report in the vehicle

You must not operate a vehicle that has minor defects

You must report both major and minor mechanical defects in writing

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Why do authorized weight limits vary from zone to zone in Quebec during spring thaw?

None of these

The regions are corridors for the transportation of different products

The regions are divided based on the quality of the road infrastructure

The regions have different weather conditions

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What should you do if you notice that the driver's seat belt does not secure properly when conducting the pre-trip inspection?

Take action to get the seat belt repaired before operating the vehicle

Drive slowly and cautiously for the remainder of your shift, staying in the right-hand lane

Note this minor defect in the inspection report

Drive the vehicle to the nearest auto-body shop for immediate repair

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If another driver acts aggressively and jeopardizes your safety on the road, the best response is to:

Use your cell phone to call the police immediately to report the vehicle

Catch up to the driver to explain the danger he or she is causing

Avoid confrontation and maintain professionalism

Follow the driver intently so that you can record the licence plate number

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What is the main protection that the headrest provides?

It prevents you from hitting the steering wheel if you are rear-ended

It allows you to rest your head while driving long hours

It can help prevent whiplash in a collision

It enables you to see the road properly

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What is the minimum number of days for which accurate driving time logs must be kept in the vehicle?

10 days

14 days

5 days

21 days

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Which of the following is most true about the mental effects of fatigue?

It puts you in a hyper alert state

The mental effects will vary greatly from person to person

It alters your judgment and the quality of your decision-making

It reduces your reaction time

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What is a typical warning sign that you are fatigued and should consider stopping in a safe location to rest?

Delayed braking

All of these

Involuntary lane changes

Excessing blinking

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The operator of what sort of vehicle is able to drive after consuming a small amount of alcohol?

Minibus

Tow truck

Bus

Taxi

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What are the components of a strong diet that will help to manage fatigue?

Frequent sodium intake to keep the body hydrated

None of these

Eating high carbohydrate foods regularly to ensure plenty of energy

Low-fat meals that include 5-10 servings of fruit and vegetables each day

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Which sequence of steps describes the correct method for a responsible driver to anticipate and assess dangers on the road?

Survey; React; Decide; Assess

Stop; Assess; Identify; Execute

Scan; Identify; Decide; Act

Decide; Act; Evaluate; Survey

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When should a driver ensure that a vehicle is equipped with a warning device?

When the driver is new or inexperienced

When the vehicle is transporting radioactive substances

When there is an oversized load

When the vehicle will be travelling at high speeds

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If you are transporting dangerous substances in the province of Quebec, you are prohibited from driving where?

Through tunnels

Through construction zones

On two-lane highways

Up or down hills with a incline of 30% or greater

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Who would legally be permitted to drive with a blood alcohol level of 0.07?

Bus driver

Tow truck driver

Taxi driver

None of these

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What action should you take if you are driving long hours and feel a sense of 'highway hypnosis' setting in?

Reduce your speed so that you pose less of a danger to other drivers

Pull over as soon as it is safe to do so and take a break for a few minutes

Turn off distractions such as the radio or the air conditioning

Stare at a fixed point on the road to increase your focus

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Which of the following statements is true about the laws regarding cell phones and driving?

You may hold a cell phone or other type of hand-held communication device in your hand while driving, as long as you do not look at it

If the telephone function has been deactivated on your cell phone, then you are permitted to use it for other tasks while driving

If a CB radio is mounted on the dashboard and only the microphone or receiver is held in the hand, then the use of the device is permitted

If you are stopped at a red traffic light, you may use your cell-phone

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What is sleep debt?

It is a sleep disorder causing difficulty in breathing while asleep

It is the amount of rest hours a driver should take if he or she is feeling the onset of extreme drowsiness

It is the number of hours of overtime a driver should be paid for working extended night shifts without sufficient time between shifts

It is the accumulated hours of sleep that someone has missed in a previous period which may lead to serious fatigue

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Which of the following would be considered an 'environmental factor' that would contribute to a driver's level of fatigue?

The driver's schedule has been severely delayed due to long wait times at inspection stations

The driver is coping with some difficult personal issues and trying to balance another job

The driver's company is not allowing for adequate time off between work shifts

The driver's seat is causing great discomfort to his or her back

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Which of the following would not be an appropriate action to take when trying to assist at the scene of an accident?

Turning off the ignition of the vehicle involved as a safety precaution

Putting out reflectors as a warning to other road users

Stopping your vehicle as close as possible to the scene

Administering first aid if a victim requires help and you are qualified

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What will help you to make an informed decision on the road when needing to act quickly to prevent an accident?

Knowledge of your cargo

Knowledge of potential hazards en route

Knowledge of prevailing road conditions

All of these

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If another driver is signalling to move into the lane you occupy, what can you do to be courteous?

Honk your horn to indicate that it is safe for them to change lanes

Abruptly change to the other lane to give them more space

Slow your speed so that they can move in front of you

Speed up so that they will know to move in behind you

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When might a driver be exempt from the Vehicle Load and Size Limits Regulation for vehicles operating on public roads?

When their owner or operator has a special permit issued for this purpose

When the driver has received specific training on how to operate vehicles with oversized loads

When paying a toll

During designated times of the day when the roads are less busy

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When scanning the road for potential dangers, where should your attention be focused?

In front, beside and behind you to get an overall view

On a fixed point ahead that is in line with your direction of travel

In the rearview mirrors so that you are prepared for what's coming behind you

On the vehicle in front of you to prepare for an unexpected stop

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On average, after how many waking hours does a driver's performance actually become worse that that of a driver with a blood alcohol level of 0.05%?

10 waking hours

30 waking hours

19 waking hours

25 waking hours

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What is the minimum gross vehicle weight rating at which a vehicle is required to stop at an inspection station with its lights flashing?

5,500 kg

4,000 kg

5,000 kg

4,500 kg

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When do most fatigue related collisions occur?

Between 9pm and midnight

Between 2 and 7am

During weekends

At sunset

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During which season are roads the most vulnerable to damage from heavy loads?

Summer

Autumn

Winter

Spring

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What is the maximum permissible blood alcohol level for a heavy vehicle driver?

0.07%

0.50%

0.10%

0.05%

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Some of these rules include mandatory daily inspections of their vehicles and ensuring that they comply with vehicle weight restrictions. In addition, all commercial drivers must adhere to the speed limits and maintain a distance of at least 60 meters from other highway vehicles. It is also mandatory for commercial drivers to use seat belts at all times and to avoid using mobile devices while driving. Failure to adhere to these rules may result in hefty fines or even suspension of their Commercial Driver’s license. Furthermore, to keep their license valid, commercial drivers must ensure they have a clean driving record and attend regular training courses to keep their road safety knowledge up to date. Overall, these rules aim to make road travel safer for all and to minimize the risk of accidents and fatalities caused by commercial vehicles in Quebec, Canada.

To begin your career in commercial driving, you must obtain your Quebec Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, or Class 4 Heavy Vehicle Driver Licence.
These online practice tests were developed to help individuals study for their Heavy Vehicle driver’s licence. Our practice testing area is designed to help you learn the information on your actual written knowledge test and familiarize you with the testing format. All testing material is covered in official Quebec’s ‘Driving a Heavy Vehicle‘ manual.