Nova Scotia Class 5 Driving Test Part 1

Nova Scotia Class 5 Driving Test
Part 1

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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Alberta Commercial Driving Class 1 Practice Test Part 4

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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 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

The sum of the perception time and the driver reaction time

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What is the most critical task in the coupling procedure?

To park the tractor-truck and semi-trailer in a straight line

To physically and visually check all connections

Unlocking the fifth wheel very slowly and carefully

To be extremely precise when coupling the pintle hitch attachments

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Which of the following statements is true about the holder of a Class 3 operator's licence?

He/she can transport passengers for hire as long as the motor vehicle has a seating capacity of less than 15 people

He/she may operate all motor vehicles under Classes 1, 2, 4 and 6 for learning only

He/she can operate a single motor vehicle with three or more axles towing any type of trailer with one or more axles

He/she may operate any motor vehicle or combination of vehicles that the holder of a Class 5 operator's licence may operate

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What is the purpose of a trip inspection?

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

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

Ensure compliance with the provincial and federal legislation

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If doing a pre-trip air brake inspection, which of the below would be acceptable pressure levels for the air supply valve and park control valve to pop out at?

70 PSI for the air supply valve and 50 PSI for the park control valve

Any pressure, as long as it is roughly equal for both valves

50 PSI for the air supply valve and 30 PSI for the park control valve

35 PSI for the air supply valve and 15 PSI for the park control valve

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What is the maximum time a driver has to deliver a daily log to the employer under this Province's Hours of service legislation?

One month

20 days

25 days

Two months

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What is not included in the official definition of a semi-trailer?

When connected to the truck tractor or preceding trailer, it is connected by means of a kingpin and a fifth wheel

While being towed, it is supported at its front end by the truck tractor or the immediately preceding trailer

It has axles only at or near its rear end

It has axles either at its front or rear ends

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What is the minimum seating capacity (including the driver) for a commercial vehicle to be considered a 'bus' under the Traffic Safety Act?

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Which of the following belts should you check during a pre-trip inspection:

All belts on the front of the engine

Alternator belt

Water pump belt

Power steering belt

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If three identical vehicles travel at the same speeds, but one is on a level surface, one is going uphill, and one is going downhill, which will have the shortest stopping distance?

The vehicle travelling downhill

The vehicle travelling uphill

The vehicle travelling on the level surface

All three vehicles will have the same stopping distance

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

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

Fold back the foot rests because they could bang into something

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

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

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

Pump the brakes to maintain the air pressure

Upshift at the base of hill

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

Downshift before going over the top of the hill

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When going through urban areas, all drivers must:

Activate the emergency hazard lights during night-time hours

Stop before every uncontrolled railway crossing

Drive only on the routes specified for trucks and dangerous goods vehicles

Encourage other vehicles to pass you before making left turns

14 / 30

Which of the following operator's licences is you permitted to apply for as a probationary driver?

Class 3

Class 1

Class 2

None of them

15 / 30

What is the maximum permissible length for a straight truck?

10.5 metres

12.5 metres

12.0 metres

11.0 metres

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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?

Explosives

Flammable liquids

Gases

Radioactive materials

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

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

Drivers of LCV should allow for maximum following distance

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

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

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Clearance lights are required for vehicles that are wider than:

1.75 metres

1.90 metres

2.60 metres

2.05 metres

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

There are no air leaks

The tires are properly inflated and are not hot

The left and right turn signals work

The load is secure

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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 party to an agreement to provide transportation to only his or her family members

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

When the driver is carrying two or fewer passengers

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

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In what situations would the use of CB radios be exempt from the Distracted Driving Law?

When participating in a search and rescue operation

When operating a tour bus

When communicating extreme weather conditions

When participating in a search and rescue operation or when communicating extreme weather conditions

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

Get out of the vehicle

Put the vehicle in reverse

Stop the vehicle

Keep driving forward

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When reversing a semi-trailer, you should:

Honk the horn only if there are other vehicles or bystanders in the vicinity

Tap the throttle gently to begin reversing

Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction to where you want the trailer to go

Turn the steering wheel in the same direction to where you want to go

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Which of the following road surfaces will help you achieve the best fuel efficiency?

Suburban roads

Flat, multi-lane highway

Mountainous highway

Flat, two-lane highway

25 / 30

When is an air brake 'Q' endorsement required?

When driving a single motor vehicle registered as a farm vehicle

When taking the road test for a Class 3 licence with a single motor vehicle with three axels

Both a and b

Neither a nor b

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When is it safe to remove the safety marks from a vehicle that is carrying dangerous goods?

Before making the last delivery of dangerous goods

After completing your final delivery of dangerous goods and doing a quick visual inspection for leaks

When the vehicle has been cleaned and purged of all residues of dangerous goods

At least one week after the last dangerous goods were unloaded from the vehicle

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Total stopping distance is:

The distance travelled from the moment the brakes are applied to the moment the vehicle stops

The sum of the speed and the weight of the vehicle, divided by the amount of traction

The sum of perception distance, reaction distance, lag time distance and braking distance

The difference between braking distance and reaction distance

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When conversing with or offering help to someone with disabilities, it is important to:

Identify yourself and provide reassurance about the transportation help you can provide

All answers are correct

Consider their visual, hearing or physical impairment when speaking to them

Respect their desire for personal space

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When should a defect be reported to the carrier?

Immediately upon discovery of the defect

At the next convenient opportunity for the driver

At the end of the work shift

When submitting the trip inspection report

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When are drivers of emergency vehicles are exempt from the Distracted Driving Law?

When acting within the scope of their employment

When their siren and lights are activated

The hours between sunset and sunrise (night)

When they have made a clear assessment that operating a hand-held device would not pose a danger

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