Nova Scotia Class 5 Driving Test Parts 3

Nova Scotia Class 5 Driving Test
Parts 3

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 2

1 / 30

When a driver is making more than one delivery of dangerous goods, he or she should make note of the change in the quantity of dangerous goods on the shipping document when?

When completing the daily log

Immediately following each delivery

At the end of the work shift

When the quantity of dangerous goods aboard changes significantly in the driver's estimation

2 / 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

Hold and enter information into a GPS unit

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

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

3 / 30

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

It increases the speed of the vehicle

It pushes the vehicle to the outside of the curve

It reduces the friction between the vehicle and the road surface

It causes the vehicle to skid and roll over

4 / 30

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

An independent converter dolly is required

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

The B Train is the optimal connection for carrying heavy loads

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

5 / 30

What is a possible disciplinary action assessed to a carrier due to failing to follow a written safety program?

Mandatory completion of a special safety course

Immediate loss of licence to operate that type of vehicle

Charges laid in court

Designation as a high-risk carrier

6 / 30

What are the warning signs of driver fatigue?

Daydreaming and disconnected thoughts

All answers are correct

The feeling that vehicles in the rear view mirror appeared out of nowhere

Accidentally drifting into other lanes

7 / 30

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

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

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

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

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

8 / 30

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

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

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

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

Before making the last delivery of dangerous goods

9 / 30

A “Q” endorsement is placed on ____________ driver’s licence when a driver successfully completes an approved by Province air brake course through an authorized organization.

Class 3

Class 1

Class 2

Any class of

10 / 30

Which of the following is not required as part of a carrier's Safety Plan?

Instructions for the use of safety equipment

Policy and procedures related to driver training responsibilities

Retention of complete records for each driver in accordance with regulations

Daily evaluation of each driver's knowledge of existing safety laws

11 / 30

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

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

12 / 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

13 / 30

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

Traction; speed; perception time; reaction time

Brake condition; traction; weight; speed

Speed; weather; perception time; tire pressure

Speed; brake condition; reaction time; weight

14 / 30

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

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

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

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

15 / 30

Which of the following statements about braking force is true?

If the weight and the speed of the vehicle are doubled, the braking force must be increased by six times

If the weight of the vehicle is doubled, the braking force must be quadrupled

If the speed of a vehicle is doubled, the braking force must be quadrupled

If the speed of the vehicle is doubled, the braking force must be double

16 / 30

What is lag time?

The sum of the perception time and the driver reaction time

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

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

17 / 30

When going through urban areas, all drivers must:

Activate the emergency hazard lights during night-time hours

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

Stop before every uncontrolled railway crossing

Encourage other vehicles to pass you before making left turns

18 / 30

To lower the risk of fire, you should:

Touch the fuel hose nozzle against the filler pipe before filling up with fuel

Gently ‘drag' the brakes when the vehicle is in motion

Drive back to your home terminal immediately if you notice a fuel leak after having taken a rest break

Leave your engine running while refuelling

19 / 30

When inspecting the airlines on a vehicle with air brakes during a pre-trip inspection, you should:

Ensure there are no cuts, abrasions or cracks in the air lines

Calibrate the air lines

Measure the pressure

Check the temperature

20 / 30

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

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

When acting within the scope of their employment

The hours between sunset and sunrise (night)

When their siren and lights are activated

21 / 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

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 driver stays within a 160km radius of the home terminal

22 / 30

What is the most accurate definition of traction?

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

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

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

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

23 / 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

24 / 30

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

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

Use engine compression to control your speed during the turn

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

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

25 / 30

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

Upshift at the base of hill

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

Pump the brakes to maintain the air pressure

Downshift before going over the top of the hill

26 / 30

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

Suburban roads

Mountainous highway

Flat, multi-lane highway

Flat, two-lane highway

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

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

28 / 30

When reversing to unload a dump vehicle, you should:

Use the backing alarm if the vehicle is equipped with one

Avoid using your mirrors and rely entirely on the hand signals of the guide

Back the vehicle to the passenger's side (right)

Position the guide so that he or she can see your path, but cannot be seen by you

29 / 30

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

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

Using a guide for hand signals

Unloading on rocky terrain

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

30 / 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?

Flammable liquids

Gases

Radioactive materials

Explosives

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