Nova Scotia Class 5 Driving Test Parts 4

Nova Scotia Class 5 Driving Test
Parts 4

A Class 5 license in Nova Scotia, Canada, is a type of driver’s license that allows the holder to operate a passenger vehicle, such as a car, under normal road conditions. To obtain a Class 5 license in Nova Scotia, an individual must pass a written knowledge test, a vision test, and a practical driving test. They must also fulfill other requirements, such as minimum age, residency, and liability insurance. Additionally, holders of a Class 5 license in Nova Scotia may be subject to certain restrictions and conditions, such as a curfew, a limit on the number of passengers they can carry, and a ban on using handheld electronic devices while driving.

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ONTARIO COMMERCIAL DRIVING PRACTICE TEST PART 3

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If a 'reserved lane' sign includes a list of hours of the day or days of the week on it, what do these mean?

They indicate when any vehicle can drive in that lane

They indicate when that lane is not reserved

They indicate when the vehicles represented on the sign are not permitted to drive in that that

They indicate when that lane is reserved

2 / 30

What should you do when you approach a crossing in a large commercial vehicle and you notice that there is a STOP sign facing you on the opposite side of the tracks?

Before crossing, ensure there are no vehicles behind you

Perform a U-turn and find a different route

After you have crossed and reached the STOP sign, check that your vehicle is not hanging over the tracks

Before crossing, make sure there is sufficient space for your vehicle to clear the tracks when you'll reach the STOP sign

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What is lag time?

The amount of time it takes for the driver to notice the need to stop if he or she is not paying attention

The sum of the perception time and the driver reaction time

The amount of time it takes for the air brake system to respond after the driver has applied pressure on the brake pedal

The amount of time it takes between deciding to stop and actually applying pressure to the brake pedal

4 / 30

Which of the following statements about long combination vehicles is incorrect?

The heaviest trailer should always be hooked up directly to the tractor

The maximum speed limit for drivers of long combination vehicles should never be more than 100km/h

Drivers of LCV should allow for maximum following distance

In order to be issued with a Longer Combination Vehicle Driver's Certificate, a driver must not have had any prior moving violations

5 / 30

A vehicle inspection at a rest and check stop does not need to include which of the following:

The left and right turn signals work

There are no air leaks

The tires are properly inflated and are not hot

The load is secure

6 / 30

Which is not one of the four conditions for having the daily log requirement waived under Alberta's Hours of service legislation?

The work shift does not exceed 15 hours

The driver stays within a 160km radius of the home terminal

There are fewer than 8 hours of on-duty driving time during a shift

The driver starts and ends the work shifts at the same place

7 / 30

Carriers operating a tractor outside of this Province are required to obtain a Safety Fitness Certificate if the vehicle weighs in excess of:

4,500 kilograms

Safety Fitness Certificates are only required for trucks and trailers

4,000 kilograms

5,000 kilograms

8 / 30

Which of the following is not considered a Class 4 vehicle?

Sixteen-passenger mini bus for hire

Thirty-passenger school bus

Taxi

Ambulance

9 / 30

What should you do if you have begun crossing a set of railroad tracks and the crossing lights begin to flash?

Keep driving forward

Get out of the vehicle

Stop the vehicle

Put the vehicle in reverse

10 / 30

What is the correct order of actions when operating a fire extinguisher?

Sweep; Aim; Pull; Squeeze

Pull; Aim; Squeeze; Sweep

Aim; Pull; Squeeze; Sweep

Aim; Squeeze; Sweep; Pull

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When squeezing the fire extinguisher, what motion should you follow?

Sweep the extinguisher from side-to-side, starting from the middle of the fire

Sweep the extinguisher towards where the wind is blowing

Sweep the extinguisher up-and-down, starting at the base of the fire

Sweep the extinguisher from side-to-side, starting at one side of the fire

12 / 30

When driving a vehicle that is transporting dangerous goods, all pertinent documents should be located where?

Within reach or in a pocket mounted on the driver's door

In a labelled folder in the glove compartment of the passenger seat

As electronic copies on the driver's smartphone

Attached to the container holding the dangerous goods

13 / 30

What is the purpose of a trip inspection?

Ensure compliance with the provincial and federal legislation

Ensure the driver has the training and knowledge needed to safely operate the vehicle on the highway

Ensure the early identification of a vehicle problem and defects before the vehicle is operated on the highway

Ensure the driver is aware of the major and minor defects he may have to deal while operating the vehicle on the highway

14 / 30

Which of the following would not be permitted to operate an ambulance with passengers?

Holder of a Class 3 operator's licence

Holder of a Class 4 operator's licence

Holder of a Class 1 operator's licence

Holder of a Class 2 operator's licence

15 / 30

For what class of hazardous materials must a special document be carried in the vehicle that indicates the name of the authorized driver and is signed by the owner?

Radioactive materials

Explosives

Flammable liquids

Gases

16 / 30

When coupling a truck-tractor to a semi-trailer:

Corrections should be made if you notice slack during the tug test

It is essential that you have chocks at the front and rear of the semi-trailer wheel

The fifth wheel should be higher than the semi-trailer before making the connection

The jaws of the fifth wheel should be in the locked position before coupling

17 / 30

Which of the following can commercial drivers not do while driving according to the Distracted Driving Law?

Communicate with an employer using a two-way radio

Read a display screen that is tracking the vehicle's location, driver status, and delivery of goods

Hold and enter information into a GPS unit

Read a gauge that provides important information about the vehicle's running systems

18 / 30

Which of the following statements is true about a B Train coupling mechanism?

The B Train is the optimal connection for carrying heavy loads

An independent converter dolly is required

The fifth wheel assembly sits on the rear axle of the lead trailer

The B Train is a safer coupling mechanism than the A Train

19 / 30

Which of the following is recommended practice for using the brakes when going through hills?

Use the trailer hand valve as much as needed on steep hills

Downshift before going over the top of the hill

Upshift at the base of hill

Pump the brakes to maintain the air pressure

20 / 30

What is the most accurate definition of traction?

Traction is the friction between the road surface and the area where the tire contacts that surface

Traction is the amount of contact made between the front tires and the road surface

Traction is the resistance generated between a rough road surface and worn tires

Traction is the distance required for a vehicle to stop under ideal road conditions

21 / 30

What is the best solution for preventing driver fatigue?

Think about something soothing while you drive

Turn up the radio to help keep you alert

Drink lots of coffee before beginning your shift

Get plenty of sleep the night before driving and schedule breaks every two hours during your trip

22 / 30

Which of the following is correct about assisting a person in a wheelchair?

Focus your attention on the person instead of the ground while pushing the wheelchair

Ensure that the wheelchair brakes are applied when the wheelchair is stopped

If there are bumps in the pavement, turn around and reverse the wheelchair over them

Fold back the foot rests because they could bang into something

23 / 30

Which of the vehicles below would be required to stop at all uncontrolled railway crossings?

An ambulance

A semi-trailer carrying corrosive materials

A truck that has just finished unloading a delivery of flammable liquids

A 16-passenger tour bus

24 / 30

Under which of the following circumstances would a driver not be permitted to drive under federal Hours of Service regulations?

The driver has already been on duty for 10 hours

The driver has taken only 24 consecutive hours off in the preceding 14 days

The driver has taken a 36-hour reset and is switching from cycle 1 to cycle 2

A driver on cycle 2 has accumulated 120 hours of on-duty time in 12 days

25 / 30

Which of the vehicles below would be required to stop at all uncontrolled railway crossings?

a. A 16-passenger tour bus
b. A truck that has just finished unloading a delivery of flammable liquids
c. A semi-trailer carrying corrosive materials
d. An ambulance

Why are railway crossings potentially more dangerous for larger, heavier commercial vehicles?

a. These vehicles need more time to clear a crossing
b. These vehicles need to stop farther away from a crossing before proceeding safely
c. These vehicles need more speed to clear the crossing
d. These vehicles have to overcome the centrifugal force acting upon them

Corrosive materials can corrode:

a. Internal tissue
b. All answers are correct
c. Human skin
d. Metal

If a 'reserved lane' sign includes a list of hours of the day or days of the week on it, what do these mean?

a. They indicate when the vehicles represented on the sign are not permitted to drive in that
b. They indicate when any vehicle can drive in that lane
c. They indicate when that lane is reserved
d. They indicate when that lane is not reserved

When reversing a semi-trailer, you should:

a. Honk the horn only if there are other vehicles or bystanders in the vicinity
b. Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction to where you want the trailer to go
c. Tap the throttle gently to begin reversing
d. Turn the steering wheel in the same direction to where you want to go

If safety marks are needed to indicate the presence of dangerous goods, where on the vehicle should they be placed?

On each side and each end of the trailer or transport unit

On the side that will be most visible to other vehicles

On the front of the lead trailer

At the end of the trailer or transport unit

26 / 30

When performing the pre-trip inspection for a truck-tractor or three-axle vehicle, it is essential to verify the following:

That the slack adjuster moves at least a few inches when you pull on it

That the axle assembly has not breaks, cracks, holes, broken seals or bends

That first drive axle tires have a tread depth of no more than 1.6mm

That with the fifth wheel coupling there is visible space between the plate and the apron

27 / 30

As a school bus driver, you should never:

Drive with open front doors

Break the four-second following rule

Refuel a bus with passengers aboard

All answers are correct

28 / 30

Low-speed off-tracking:

Is when the rear tires are pulled inward of the steering path

Is when centrifugal force is greater than traction when entering a curve

Is when the rear tires pull outward from the steering path

The driver makes a right turn

29 / 30

What is the best approach for ensuring that students are behaved and conduct themselves safely on the bus?

Relax the normal safety provisions if it helps to keep the students quiet

Let the students know that if they cause any problems they will be ejected from the bus immediately

Organize a surprise evacuation drill to explain the safety procedures at your own convenience

Establish a good relationship with students, parents and teachers so that everyone is aware of the rules

30 / 30

Under what conditions would a private passenger vehicle not be considered ‘for hire' under the Operator Licensing and Vehicle Control Regulation?

When the driver is carrying two or fewer passengers

When the passenger is a regular customer and friend of the driver

When the total distance travelled during the journey is less than 3km

When the driver is party to an agreement to provide transportation to only his or her family members

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