Ontario Bus Driver Test 08

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Ontario Bus Test 08

1 / 30

Are first aid kits required to always be complete?

Not if the driver is properly trained in first aid

Only on larger buses

Yes

2 / 30

Why should you back off the accelerator when going down a hill?

It helps to slow down

All of the above

Saves brakes

To let gravity and momentum do the work

3 / 30

Which statement is false? The following are locations that are not suitable for making a lane change, including...

Railway crossings

Pedestrian crossings

Areas with a broken white line

Solid pavement markings

4 / 30

Is it required to inspect the steps and floor?

If your employer asks you to

Only if the bus is older

Yes

5 / 30

When performing a lane change, you should operate within how much of the posted speed limit if conditions permit?

10 km/h over the limit

15 km/h

5 km/h over the limit

10 km/h

6 / 30

At what speed should backing always be done?

Walking speed

Barely moving

20 km/h

None of the above

7 / 30

Which of the following is not a defect regarding the seat back or passenger-protection barrier padding?

Partially missing

Shifted from position so as not to be effective

Missing

Too much

8 / 30

What kind of defect is it when the stanchion padding is damaged?

Major

Minor

It's not

Just clean it up

9 / 30

The glass surface of any mirror is a defect if it does not have a non-reflective area of more than...

5 square cm

6.5 square cm

4.5 square cm

7.5 square cm

10 / 30

Which of the following is not a minor defect with regards to the stop arm for a Class B and E vehicle?

Stop arm or stop sign is damaged so as to significantly affect visibility

Either light on stop arm is inoperative

Stop arm will only extend fully

Stop arm or stop sign is missing

11 / 30

What happens if the student safety crossing arm is missing?

Tell your passengers to be careful

Report it as a minor defect

All of the above

Let your employer know

12 / 30

Why should you check the mirrors after clearing an intersection?

All of the above

To look for a space to change lane in the intersection

To ensure the mirrors are still operational

It allows you to be continually aware of conditions so that necessary adjustments in speed and position can be made

13 / 30

When passengers have entered the bus, what should you see before moving the vehicle once again?

All of the above

That the students are all quiet to avoid distracting you

That all passengers have seated safely

That all belongings are on the floor beside the aisle

14 / 30

What kind of a defect is it when the passenger seat is occupied and the seat is insecure?

Just ask the passenger to move

Major

Minor

It's not a defect

15 / 30

How long should you let your vehicle warm up if the temperature is below 0 degrees Celsius?

30 seconds

60 seconds

7 to 10 minutes

3 to 5 minutes

16 / 30

Which of the following is not a defect if the wiper blade is...

Wrong size

Missing

Fails to adequately clear driver's field of vision

Damaged

17 / 30

When going through an intersection, when should any necessary transmission shifts be made?

None of the above

During the first half of the intersection

During the last half of the intersection

Prior to entering an intersection

18 / 30

Which statement is false? You should you turn off your engine when you stop for any length of time, other than when loading or unloading passengers...

Keeps the bus hidden

Reduce maintenance requirements

Prevents unnecessary emissions

Save fuel

19 / 30

While exiting the expressway, where should you slow down?

One km before the exit lane

The exit lane

Half way down the exit lane

Prior to entering the exit lane

20 / 30

While stopped, where should you continue to look?

Traffic ahead, beside and in the vehicle mirrors

The interior mirrors to watch the passengers

The dashboard

All of the above

21 / 30

When the seat is damaged or won't stay in the position needed to drive, what problem does this pose?

A major defect

The vehicle is placed out of service

A minor defect

None of the above

22 / 30

What's the purpose of stopping with enough space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead?

So as not to hit that vehicle

All of the above

It's the law

It allows you to be able to manoeuvre the vehicle if necessary

23 / 30

Which of the following is not an advantage of having a proper warm-up?

It reduces leakage

It reduces wear

It helps lubricate components and seals

It warms up the brake lines

24 / 30

Which of the following is not a defect when the Emergency equipment is...

Damaged

Doesn't work properly

The wrong size

Missing

25 / 30

Practise progressive gear shifting at approximately how many rpm?

1200 rpm

2100 rpm

1600 rpm

900 rpm

26 / 30

What could happen if you license plate is not visible?

Your driver's license is suspended

None of the above

The vehicle can be taken out of service

You could be fined

27 / 30

What's the problem with taking too much time to perform a lane change?

You may forget what you were doing

It allows the traffic patterns to change during the lane change

It slows down the vehicle

All of the above

28 / 30

Which statement is false? While inspecting the windshield, what would you be looking for?

It has streaks

It has no damage to the glass

It has no obstructions

It is clear

29 / 30

For a manual transmission vehicle why should you run the engine in the highest gear range?

To save on brakes

All of the above

To help keep it in low revs

To give it more power

30 / 30

How long should you typically let your vehicle warm up?

3 to 5 minutes

30 seconds

60 seconds

10 minutes

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