Ontario Bus Driver Test 08

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Ontario Bus Test 08

1 / 30

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

It's not a defect

Major

Just ask the passenger to move

Minor

2 / 30

While exiting the expressway, where should you slow down?

The exit lane

Half way down the exit lane

Prior to entering the exit lane

One km before the exit lane

3 / 30

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

It helps lubricate components and seals

It reduces wear

It warms up the brake lines

It reduces leakage

4 / 30

Why should you check the mirrors after clearing an 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

To look for a space to change lane in the intersection

All of the above

5 / 30

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

7.5 square cm

6.5 square cm

5 square cm

4.5 square cm

6 / 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

7 / 30

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

Railway crossings

Areas with a broken white line

Solid pavement markings

Pedestrian crossings

8 / 30

Is it required to inspect the steps and floor?

If your employer asks you to

Yes

Only if the bus is older

9 / 30

What happens if the student safety crossing arm is missing?

All of the above

Let your employer know

Tell your passengers to be careful

Report it as a minor defect

10 / 30

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

All of the above

To help keep it in low revs

To give it more power

To save on brakes

11 / 30

At what speed should backing always be done?

20 km/h

Barely moving

Walking speed

None of the above

12 / 30

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

A minor defect

The vehicle is placed out of service

A major defect

None of the above

13 / 30

What could happen if you license plate is not visible?

None of the above

The vehicle can be taken out of service

You could be fined

Your driver's license is suspended

14 / 30

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

All of the above

Saves brakes

It helps to slow down

To let gravity and momentum do the work

15 / 30

How long should you typically let your vehicle warm up?

60 seconds

30 seconds

3 to 5 minutes

10 minutes

16 / 30

While stopped, where should you continue to look?

The dashboard

Traffic ahead, beside and in the vehicle mirrors

All of the above

The interior mirrors to watch the passengers

17 / 30

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

That the students are all quiet to avoid distracting you

That all belongings are on the floor beside the aisle

That all passengers have seated safely

All of the above

18 / 30

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

The wrong size

Missing

Doesn't work properly

Damaged

19 / 30

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

Wrong size

Damaged

Missing

Fails to adequately clear driver's field of vision

20 / 30

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

You may forget what you were doing

All of the above

It slows down the vehicle

It allows the traffic patterns to change during the lane change

21 / 30

Practise progressive gear shifting at approximately how many rpm?

1200 rpm

900 rpm

1600 rpm

2100 rpm

22 / 30

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

60 seconds

3 to 5 minutes

7 to 10 minutes

30 seconds

23 / 30

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

Major

It's not

Just clean it up

Minor

24 / 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...

Save fuel

Reduce maintenance requirements

Keeps the bus hidden

Prevents unnecessary emissions

25 / 30

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

It is clear

It has no damage to the glass

It has no obstructions

It has streaks

26 / 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 missing

Either light on stop arm is inoperative

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

Stop arm will only extend fully

27 / 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

28 / 30

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

It's the law

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

So as not to hit that vehicle

All of the above

29 / 30

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

During the first half of the intersection

Prior to entering an intersection

During the last half of the intersection

None of the above

30 / 30

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

10 km/h

10 km/h over the limit

15 km/h

5 km/h over the limit

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