class 2 practice test

Question 1 of 25

Pedestrians using the crosswalk which precedes the roundabout…?

Do so at their own risk
Have the right-of-way and drivers should yield to them
Are crazy
Are looking for a ride to the rodeo

Question 2 of 25

When are drivers required to complete a pre-hill inspection?

On grades of more than 8%
At the beginning of the day when the driver knows she will be operating in mountainous terrain
Only a regulation specific to the province of BC and unless otherwise indicated it is only a suggestion
When indicated by regulatory signs that a pre-hill inspection is required

Question 3 of 25

When driving north of the 60th parallel you may not drive after how many hours on-duty?

15
18
14
16

Question 4 of 25

Which one of the following is NOT a restriction that applies when loading or carrying baggage on a bus?

It cannot fall on or against any passenger
Protect all baggage from dust and moisture
Baggage or cargo must not block or partially block any aisle or exit
The portmanteau belonging to Sponge Bob Square Pants must be securely fastened to the rear of the bus

Question 5 of 25

Which of the following is a legal driving cycle in the United States?

60 hours of on-duty time in 7 days
65 hours of on-duty time in 7 days
70 hours of on-duty time in 9 days
70 hours of on-duty time in 7 days

Question 6 of 25

What are the smoking restrictions for drivers of public or limited passenger vehicles?

The driver may smoke if he receives permission from the passengers
The driver must not smoke if passengers are in the vehicle
The driver can never smoke in the vehicle in keeping with current municipal bylaws
The driver may never smoke in the vehicle

Question 7 of 25

When descending a hill and the driver notices smoke coming from an oil-filled hub, what should she do?

Continue to the next rest stop and then stop and investigate the source of the problem
Stop immediately and investigate the source of the problem
Drive to the next truck stop and call dispatch
Ask your co-driver why there is smoke coming from the hub and follow his instructions

Question 8 of 25

Which of the following distinguishes a professional driver?

Set their pace in accordance with the existing conditions and traffic flow
Maintain a safe space margin ahead, behind and to the sides
Allow time to read and interpret the traffic pattern
“a” and “c” are correct
All of the above

Question 9 of 25

How old must passengers be before the driver can get their permission to smoke in the vehicle?

19
16
21
18

Question 10 of 25

What are the 4 types of retarders?

Engine, Exhaust, Hydraulic driveline and Electric driveline
Engine, Exhaust, Hydraulic driveline and the Flintstone’s Foot drag
Exhaust, Hydraulic driveline , Electric driveline and Pyrometer
Exhaust, Hydraulic driveline and Electric driveline

Question 11 of 25

What are the top two reasons that commercial drivers are involved in a police reported casualty crash?

Drink driving and fatigue
Driving without due care and attention and unsafe speed
Amphetamines and poor diet
Old equipment and a ‘reckless’ attitude

Question 12 of 25

Which one of the following does NOT affect the driving characteristics of your unit?

Size
Weight
Single or dual rear axle
Length
Steering wheel diameter

Question 13 of 25

Which of following ailments do NOT preclude a BC driver from operating in the United States?

Epilepsy
The use of prescription glasses for driving
Diabetes controlled by insulin
You do not meet the US hearing standards

Question 14 of 25

When you are operating in Cycle 2, when must you take 24 consecutive hours of off-duty time?

After you have accumulated 140 hours of on-duty time in 14 days
Prior to accumulating 70 hours of on-duty time
After the 5th day working over-the-road
When your carrier indicates that you are allowed down time because they are unable to get you a backhaul

Question 15 of 25

Why are drivers required to complete a trip inspection report?

To save money by preventing the vehicle from breaking down en-route
It is company policy; it is required as part of the National Safety Code regulations to ensure minimum safety standards within the commercial trucking industry
To ensure that the safety features on the vehicle are operational
c and d are correct

Question 16 of 25

Which of the following is NOT a precaution that should be taken when refueling public passenger vehicles?

Extinguish all open flames
Park the bus perpendicular to the fuel pumps
On-board radios are turned off
Keep the nozzle in contact with the filler pipe at all times

Question 17 of 25

Stopping so you can see the tires of the vehicle in front of you on the pavement allows you to?

Determine if you want to purchase Bridgestone's or Michelin's for your next set of tires
See if the person is environmentally conscious
Allows you to drive around the vehicle in front of you in the event that the car stalls or you see a car in your rear view mirror coming up too fast
Allows you to get the licence plate number of that nefarious Barney the purple dinosaur

Question 18 of 25

How often is it necessary to test the brakes on a school bus?

Every time the bus is fueled
At every pre-trip inspection or weekly, whichever occurs first
Daily
At the same time that the parking brake is checked

Question 19 of 25

Which of the following does NOT decrease a danger zone?

Covering the brake
Lower speeds
Smaller vehicle
Heavy loads

Question 20 of 25

downhill

This sign means?

A crash is imminent
Incredibly steep hill and driver should gear down to a lower gear
Scenic lookout ahead
18% of the trucks on this hill are single axle vehicles

Question 21 of 25

Who is responsible for ensuring that the safety equipment is available and in working order?

The driver
The owner
The carrier
The last person who operated the vehicle

Question 22 of 25

What action would you take if the commercial passenger vehicle you are driving broke down and you could not continue the trip?

Make arrangements to have the passengers transported to their destination with as little delay as possible
Call the company to arrange for a mechanic to come out and fix the problem
Have the passengers hitchhike to their destination
Wait with the passengers until the next scheduled bus arrives and then transfer all passengers and luggage to that vehicle

Question 23 of 25

Which one of the following does NOT maximize fuel economy?

Good tire pressure
Steady speeds
Over use of the brake pedal
Ample space margins

Question 24 of 25

When a school bus has a defect, what is the procedure followed by the driver?

If the defect is minor, the driver is simply required to report the defect and have the carrier make necessary repairs before the end of the week
The vehicle cannot be used to transport passengers until the vehicle is repaired
The vehicle can be used to transport passengers if they are notified of the said defects and consent to continuing on their journey, so long as the driver is pretty sure that they vehicle will make it to the destination
The vehicle must be parked and a mechanic brought out to fix any defects

Question 25 of 25

At what times of the day are inside lights in public passenger vehicles to be illuminated?

Any time the vehicle is in operation
½ hour before sunset and ½ hour after sunrise
½ hour after sunset and ½ hour before sunrise
Between sunset and sunrise

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