Manitoba Professional Driver Test 04

Taking the free Manitoba professional driver practice test is an important step towards passing your official exam with flying colors. This online practice test allows aspiring truck drivers to familiarize themselves with the questions, rules, and regulations that will be covered in the real thing. By answering questions related to vehicle inspection, driving regulations, and road safety, you can prepare for the official exam and improve your chances of success.

1 / 30

When inspecting the tires of a vehicle with a GVWR of 4,499 kg or less, the tire tread depth must not be less than how much?

2.2 mm

1.8 mm

2 mm

1.6 mm

2 / 30

When inspecting the tires of a bus, truck or tractor with a GVWR of 4,500 kg or higher, check that the tread depth on the rear tires is not less than how much?

2.8 mm

2.5 mm

2 mm

3 mm

3 / 30

If the wheels start to spin from accelerating on wet roads, what will generally happen?

The weight of the trailer stops the vehicle from moving

None of these

The rear end of the vehicle may skid sideways

The vehicle begins to hydroplane

4 / 30

Which statement is false? Before backing a vehicle when it is impossible to have a guide, the driver must...

Enter the cab, sound the horn and observe both mirrors while backing very slowly

Check for clearances and obstacles above, below, to the sides, to the rear and to the front of the vehicle.

Step out of the vehicle and look at the backing area for hazards

Prepare to make one long backing maneuver

5 / 30

What are runaway lanes designed for?

To help trucks gain more speed to enter the highway

As emergency areas for the purpose of stopping trucks that experience brake failure when travelling down a very steep highway

None of these

To allow longer lanes for slowing down after exiting the highway

6 / 30

When backing up, where should the guide stand?

In clear view ahead of the driver

Wherever they feel it's safe to do so

Stand to the rear of the vehicle where there is a clear, continuous view of the backing path, visible to the driver in his mirror throughout the manoeuvre

Clear view on the passenger side of the vehicle

7 / 30

What is referred to as a 'stale' green light?

A flashing green light

A light that has been green a while

A green arrow

None of these

8 / 30

What can cause a wheel lug to loosen?

None of these

The rim will heat and expand and then will cool and contract

Vibration

Wrong size lugs

9 / 30

When going around a curve, what is centrifugal force?

Pushes a vehicle outwards from the centre of the curve in order to maintain straight-line momentum

None of these

Pushes a vehicle inwards from the centre of the curve in order to maintain straight-line momentum

It's the same as momentum

10 / 30

Which statement is false? When dealing with railway crossings, it is illegal...

Shift gears when crossing railway tracks outside of a restricted speed area

Park a vehicle within 60 m of the nearest rail of a railway crossing unless otherwise posted

Drive a vehicle onto a railway crossing unless there is sufficient space at the other side of the crossing to accommodate your vehicle without blocking a passing train

Drive a vehicle through, around or under a crossing gate or barrier that is either closed or being opened or closed

11 / 30

What increases a vehicle's momentum?

Higher speed

Lower speed

Heavier vehicles

Toller loads

12 / 30

What is referred to as an uncontrolled intersection?

The same as controlled intersections

Are intersections where anyone can take the right of way

Are intersections where only those going straight can take the right of way

Are intersections not controlled by traffic lights or signs

13 / 30

If the rear end of the vehicle skids to the left, what must you do first?

Steer to the left to straighten out the vehicle

Steer to the right

Nothing

Pump the brakes

14 / 30

What is the speed limit on winter roads when there are no posted speed limit signs for vehicles with a maximum GVWR of seven tonnes or greater?

30 km/h

15 km/h

35 km/h

25 km/h

15 / 30

How often should lug nuts be retorqued?

Twice a year

Every 500 km traveled

At each major servicing of the vehicle or trailer

During each trip inspection

16 / 30

When driving through water on the roadway, why should you lightly apply the brakes when approaching and place a slight drag on the brakes?

None of these

It helps to clean the brake pads

It will reduce the amount of water entering the brake drums and shoes

It will reduce the amount of time to stop

17 / 30

How far should trucks be staggered apart when travelling in the same direction on an ice road?

One km

250 m

2 km

100 m

18 / 30

When is travel approved on all winter ice roads?

Once the carrier approves it

Once the ice is thick enough

None of these

Not until a section officially opens

19 / 30

When stopping at a railway crossing, how far back should you stop?

At least 5 metres away from the nearest rail in a restricted speed area and at least 15 m away in a non-restricted speed area

At least 1 metre away from the nearest rail in a restricted speed area and at least 25 m away in a non-restricted speed area

At least 15 metres away from the nearest rail in a restricted speed area and at least 5 m away in a non-restricted speed area

At least 10 metres away from the nearest rail in a restricted speed area and at least 15 m away in a non-restricted speed area

20 / 30

Where do most collisions occur?

Hills

Highways

Parking lots

Intersections

21 / 30

Are you required to stop your vehicle immediately before the sidewalk area extending across the road whether you drive from a parking lot, alley, private road or side road onto a street?

Yes

Only if pedestrians are approaching

Only if you can't see the road clearly

22 / 30

When inspecting the tires of a bus, truck or tractor with a GVWR of 4,500 kg or higher, check that the tread depth on the front steering tires is not less than how much on the rear tires?

2.5 mm

2.8 mm

3 mm

2 mm

23 / 30

Which statement is false? Drivers may cross a railway crossing when the warning lights are flashing if...

The crossing is not protected by gates or barriers

The vehicle is brought to a speed of 10 km/h first

The crossing is within a restricted speed area

The train is stopped or is a safe distance away

24 / 30

How often should you sound the horn while backing up?

For each vehicle length travelled

Once before starting

Once at the end

If you notice another vehicle approaching

25 / 30

Which statement is false? Prior to leaving a parked vehicle, the driver must ensure that the vehicle will stay in position when parked, including...

Stop the engine and place the transmission in the gear position recommended in the operator's manual

Set the parking brake

Remove the ignition key to lock the ignition

If the vehicle is parked on a hill or an incline, the front wheels must be turned so that, if the vehicle moves, it will not damage the tires against the curb

26 / 30

If driving a tractor-trailer using the trailer brakes alone, what does this cause?

Longer stopping distance

A jackknife

Nothing

Shorter stopping distance

27 / 30

Which statement is false? Hydroplaning could still occur at under 50 km/h if...

The water on the roadway is very deep

The tires are wider than normal

The tires are under inflated

The tires are excessively worn or bald

28 / 30

Which statement is false? To avoid hydroplaning...

Reduce your speed even more when facing standing water and puddles

Drive around larger puddles

Check your tires for wear and inflation regularly

Drive in the tracks of preceding vehicles

29 / 30

If the skid is caused by over braking, what must you do to correct it?

Downshift dramatically

Tap the accelerator

Brake harder so the anti-lock brakes activate

Release the brake pedal so the wheels start to turn and the tires regain traction with the road surface

30 / 30

What is the average weight of a truck tire?

242 kg

181 kg

213 kg

156 kg

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