Nova Scotia Class 5 Driving Test Parts 2

Nova Scotia Class 5 Driving Test
Parts 2

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 1

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What are the four factors affecting the distance a commercial vehicle needs to stop?

Brake condition; traction; weight; speed

Speed; weather; perception time; tire pressure

Traction; speed; perception time; reaction time

Speed; brake condition; reaction time; weight

2 / 30

Which of the following is the correct procedure for stopping at an uncontrolled railway crossing with a Class 2 vehicle?

Activate the alternately flashing amber or red lights

If on a multi-lane highway, move to the far right lane in advance of the crossing

Leave the front door closed at all times

Stop at least 15 metres in advance of the track

3 / 30

When inspecting the power steering pump and hose during a pre-trip inspection, you should check for the following:

Proper alignment

Adequate tension

Cleanliness

Leaks and fluid level

4 / 30

To safely complete a left turn in a large vehicle, it is recommended that you:

Use a fixed hand steering method to maintain control of the vehicle

Merge into the farthest right as soon as your turning arc is complete

Ensure a wide enough turning arc to allow the vehicle to off-track on left side without crossing the centre line

Use engine compression to control your speed during the turn

5 / 30

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

When their siren and lights are activated

When acting within the scope of their employment

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

The hours between sunset and sunrise (night)

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

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

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

7 / 30

What does having the 'S' condition code on Class 1, 2, or 4 licences signify?

The driver has been authorized to operate a vehicle carrying oversized loads

The driver has qualified to tow a semi-trailer from a motor vehicle with three or more axles

The driver has completed the School Bus Driver Improvement Program

The driver has obtained a Safety Fitness Certificate

8 / 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

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

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

9 / 30

Which of the following is exempt from the requirement to obtain an SFC under provincial law?

Ambulance drivers

Any carrier that does not transport dangerous goods

Farmers

Taxi drivers

10 / 30

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

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

11 / 30

What is the correct order of steps for a pre-trip air brake inspection?

Service break response; supply circuit; air system leaks; park control valve; tractor protection system; chock wheels

Chock wheels; tractor protection system; park control valve; supply circuit; air system leaks; service break response

Chock wheels; supply circuit; park control valve; tractor protection system; air system leaks; service break response

Chock wheels; tractor protection system; air system leaks; park control valve; supply circuit; service break response

12 / 30

If reversing a school bus and you lose sight of the guide, what should you do?

Slow your reversing speed

Stop immediately

Adjust your mirrors

Tap the horn

13 / 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

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

An independent converter dolly is required

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

14 / 30

Which of the following situations could be unsafe when unloading a Class 3 vehicle into a hopper?

Unloading on rocky terrain

Unloading when there are people within the radius of the raised box

Lowering the box and getting into the box if you need to loosen items that are stuck

Using a guide for hand signals

15 / 30

Under this Provinces Vehicle Inspection Program:

All answers are correct

Truck-tractors with a registered gross vehicle weight of more than 4,500kg must be inspected every 12 months

Buses must be inspected more frequently than trucks

Municipal transit buses are exempt from inspection only if they carry fewer than 11 passengers

16 / 30

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

Holder of a Class 2 operator's licence

Holder of a Class 4 operator's licence

Holder of a Class 3 operator's licence

Holder of a Class 1 operator's licence

17 / 30

What is considered a safe distance from the bus to bring your passengers if you notice a fire while on route?

50 metres

100 metres

35 metres

25 metres

18 / 30

Which of the statements below about making a turn with a school bus is false?

When stopped waiting to turn left, point the front wheels to a ten o'clock position

Use the outer left turning lane when dual left turn lanes are available

Avoid shifting gears during the turn

Check the mirrors as you are turning for swing and clearance

19 / 30

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

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

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

20 / 30

Which best describes the effect of centrifugal force on a vehicle when entering a curve?

It causes the vehicle to skid and roll over

It pushes the vehicle to the outside of the curve

It reduces the friction between the vehicle and the road surface

It increases the speed of the vehicle

21 / 30

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

All answers are correct

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

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

Respect their desire for personal space

22 / 30

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

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

The work shift does not exceed 15 hours

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

23 / 30

Which of the following statements about a carrier's Safety Plan is correct?

Each driver should receive training specified in the company's safety plan and know how to perform their duties properly and safely

Experienced drivers do not need to receive as much training in defensive driving, load security and trip inspections as newer drivers.

Drivers do not need to have documentation such as Bills of Lading and Dangerous Goods documents in their possession as long as the company has a copy

Drivers are responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is being operated in accordance with the owner's policies, regardless of what the law states

24 / 30

When loading a dump vehicle, what is one of the steps you must follow before moving the vehicle?

Check that large items are not protruding more than 1 metre from the sides of the vehicle

Secure the load so that it will not blow or fall off

Tarp the load, but only if this is part of your carrier's policy

Ensure all of the material is grouped towards one side of the box

25 / 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

Fold back the foot rests because they could bang into something

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

26 / 30

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 that lane is not reserved

They indicate when that lane is reserved

They indicate when any vehicle can drive in that lane

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

27 / 30

Which of the following statements about the federal Hours of service regulations is true?

Drivers can change between cycle 1 and cycle 2 as long as they notify their carrier

During a work shift a driver is not permitted to drive more than 13 hours

The federal regulations are less restrictive than the Alberta regulations

In each day a driver must take 10 hours of consecutive off-duty time

28 / 30

As a school bus driver, you should never:

Break the four-second following rule

All answers are correct

Drive with open front doors

Refuel a bus with passengers aboard

29 / 30

When should a defect be reported to the carrier?

When submitting the trip inspection report

At the next convenient opportunity for the driver

At the end of the work shift

Immediately upon discovery of the defect

30 / 30

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

These vehicles need more speed to clear the crossing

These vehicles need to stop farther away from a crossing before proceeding safely

These vehicles need more time to clear a crossing

These vehicles have to overcome the centrifugal force acting upon them

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