Alberta Air Brake Test 08

Practice tests aided in building confidence and reducing test anxiety. With the knowledge gained from the practice test and dedicated study and preparation, one can approach the official exam with a higher level of assurance and increase their chances of achieving a positive outcome. Furthermore, passing the Alberta Air Brake exam is essential for aspiring commercial drivers, who must ensure the safety of themselves and others on the road.

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What happens when the clevis completely separates?

The brakes can lock

The brakes begin to squeal

The brakes cease to work when the clevis completely separates

The brakes lose power and takes a longer distance to stop the vehicle

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Within the commercial vehicle industry, what does CVSA refer to?

Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance

None of the above

Complimentary Vehicular Safety Act

Commercial Vehicle Secondary Air

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What causes hose bulges within the air lines?

Defective couplers

Debris in the air lines

Too much air being pushed through the lines

Internal structure failure or excessive chaffing

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What does the phrase 'cammed over' refer to?

Missing brake linings

Thick brake linings

None of the above

Excessively worn brake linings

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To check the air compressor, run the engine at 1200 rpm, the low-pressure warning should go out at what rpm?

60 rpm

80 rpm

120 rpm

100 rpm

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What causes the clevis pins to work their way out?

When the cotter pin sheers

When too much air pressure goes through the lines

Poor adjustments

None of the above

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What can foundation brake component failures can result in?

A suspended driver's license

Anything from a minor application reduction to a complete failure

A lot of noise

Demerit points

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If there are system failures that affect braking ability, what needs to happen?

Brake much sooner so a safe stop can be made

Drive at a slower speed

Call your employer and ask for direction

The vehicle must be placed out-of-service until appropriate repairs are made

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To check the air compressor, run the engine at 1200 rpm and stop the timing when the air pressure is at what rpm?

140 psi

90 psi

It doesn't matter as long as it's been running for six minutes

120 psi

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What is the only air line not filled during this air systems leaks procedure?

The lines to the park brake

None of the above

The control line from the hand valve to the double check valve

The lines leading up to the compressor

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To check the governor, the cut out should be at what rpm?

120-135 psi

150-170 psi

70-85 psi

80-90 psi

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What causes the cracks in the brake drums to widen, and eventually the drum comes apart?

Lack of lubricant

Braking hard too often

When the brakes are pumped too often

Centrifugal force on the separated sections

13 / 30

Air system failures are sometimes dealt with by blocking off the air lines that supply the failed component. Is this acceptable?

Yes, until you get back to the yard

If driving at low speeds

Never

Only if directed by your employer

14 / 30

Can loose brake chambers still apply some application force to the foundation brakes?

100%

Not at all

No one knows

Yes, depending on how loose they are

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During a vehicle inspection, how do you confirm that the air tanks are securely mounted?

Take a look at the mounts

None of the above

Push each end

Listen for air leaks

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With regard to brake lining, what causes oil saturation?

Oil from the asphalt

None of the above

Leaking wheel seals

Leaking couplers

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Why should you not mix air line fittings?

Different systems of fittings are not compatible with each other

The brakes seize up

They fall off

The tractor won't respond well to the changes

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What are cracked brake drums caused by?

A series of overheating and cooling

Old brake drums

Poorly maintained brakes

Poor installation

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What happens when there is brake lining failure?

Nothing

It causes the brake pads to cease together

Liquid oozes out of the brakes

It decreases the friction surface area

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To check the air compressor, run the engine at 1200 rpm, then start timing when the air pressure is at what rpm?

70 rpm

It doesn't matter

90 rpm

50 rpm

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If there are any corrosion or damage seen in brake chambers or clamp rings, who is qualified to repair it?

Anyone on the maintenance team

Certified heavy equipment technicians

The driver

It doesn't matter

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What would you have to do to confirm that the brake chamber is securely installed?

Inspect the mounting fasteners and brackets

None of the above

Test the brakes

Look on the ground for any loose pieces

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What is the maximum air pressure leakage allowable during the air systems leaks procedure?

4 psi loss per service circuit for power units

2 psi loss per service circuit for power units

5 psi loss per service circuit for power units

3 psi loss per service circuit for power units

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Which of the following is not included in the air supply circuit inspection?

The low air pressure warning device

The air compressor

The air dryer

The governor

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When does a loose air tank cause a failure?

When the psi drop below 20 psi

When it separates from the circuit it supplies

It doesn't

None of the above

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What does the system leaks procedure check for?

Leaks with the air compressor

Leaks with the air lines

Leaks with the governor

The entire air brake system for pressure leaks through one operation

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What causes chaffed air lines?

Incorrectly secured air lines which rub on nearby parts

Defective couplers

A defect in the air lines

Too much air being pushed through the lines

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What happens after a plastic air line is kinked?

None of the above

It is permanently damaged and must be replaced

It shortens the hose

It takes time to unkink it

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What is the major issue of a kinked air line?

It stretches the air lines

It can cause the air line to be separated from the brakes

None of the above

It causes reductions in brake performance by restricting or blocking the flow of air pressure

30 / 30

The CVSA standards require at least how much lining thickness?

3/4 inch (19 mm)

3/8 inch (9.5 mm)

1/2 inch (13 mm)

1/4 inch (7 mm)

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