Manitoba School Bus Driver Test 02

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1 / 30

The braking force required to stop a vehicle varies directly with what?

Speed and weight

Driver's ability

Brake maintenance

Type of brakes

2 / 30

When is the ideal time to check the automatic transmission fluid level?

When checking the other fluid levels

Before a run starts to ensure there is enough

Whenever you feel it necessary

At the end of a run when the engine and transmission are at operating temperature

3 / 30

When must a school bus driver perform a pre-trip inspection of a school bus vehicle?

As soon as they wake up

Prior to transporting passengers

Some time in the morning

Any time during the day

4 / 30

Which statement is false? Visually inspect belts for what?

Size

Looseness

Breakage

Cracking

5 / 30

It is the responsibility of every school division to ensure that every school bus vehicle in its fleet is equipped with what?

Maps

Travel descriptions

Cell phone

A school bus inspection log book

6 / 30

If an individual student is guilty of breaking the rules of bus conduct, what should not be done?

Reprimand the student in front all the pupils riding the bus

Take them privately to speak with them

None of the above

Ignore them and the problem will go away

7 / 30

When defects are found that could interfere with safe vehicle operation or are in violation of The Highway Traffic Act, what happens next?

Only half the passengers can ride the bus

None of the above

The vehicle cannot be operated for transporting students until repairs are completed

The supervisor must repair the vehicle

8 / 30

Why is the first set of checks is made under the hood?

It's at the top of the list

It's good to get it out of the way

It's the first part of the bus you approached

The engine is cool and the various fluid systems have had time to stabilize

9 / 30

When a defect is identified that is not safety-related, what should happen?

Inform the parents to ensure they are comfortable for the children to ride the bus

Stop immediately and fix the problem

The record would show the defect and would be reported according to local school division policy

The vehicle should remain out of service until repairs are completed

10 / 30

If the speed is doubled, the braking force must be...

6 times

Doubled

4 times

Tripled

11 / 30

On highways, signal at least how far before turning?

75 metres

150 metres

100 metres

50 metres

12 / 30

What is the advantage to ensure the vehicle has adequate fuel for the next trip, especially in winter?

It will reduce the amount of condensation inside the fuel tank

It saves time filling up

It costs less to fill the tank

It reduces stress

13 / 30

What is not an indication of suspension malfunction?

Drifting to one side

Hitting the bottom when going over bumps or through potholes

Bus sag at one end or one corner

Excessive bouncing

14 / 30

When rounding a curve, why should you never brake in the middle of a curve?

It's less economical

Adds more wear on the tires

Adds more wear on the brakes

This can cause skidding and loss of control

15 / 30

The volume of oil will expand or contract greatly depending on what?

The type of oil used

The engine temperature

The amount of oil

The capacity of oil allowed

16 / 30

What is an anti-lock brake system?

An electronic system that monitors and controls tire pressure while braking

An electronic system that monitors and controls wheel speed during braking

None of the above

An electronic system that monitors and controls traction during braking

17 / 30

The seat belt must be worn at all times. Why?

In the event of a skid or swerve, a buckled-up seat belt will keep you from being thrown out of your seat and allow you to control the vehicle

To show the student what they should use in other vehicles

It's the proper thing to do

It's the law

18 / 30

How far from the intersection should you activate the right turn signal in urban areas?

At least 30 metres

A minimum of 50 metres

At least 10 metres

A minimum of 75 metres

19 / 30

What is not one of the items to check to ensure the hydraulic brake system and back-up system are functioning as designed?

The brake pressure warning light

A buzzer

The electric hydraulic pump motor

A bell

20 / 30

When weight and speed are both doubled, the braking force must be increased...

12 times

4 times

6 times

8 times

21 / 30

If a different driver will operate the same school bus, are they required to perform a pre-trip inspection?

Yes

Only if a problem was noted from the first driver

Only if the route used is different

22 / 30

If bullying happens on the school bus, what should happen next?

None of the above

Stop safely and ask the bully to leave the bus

Reprimand the bully and isolate them at the back of the bus

Report such incidents to the school principal and your supervisor

23 / 30

What steering technique is required for school buses?

Hand over hand

Palming

Shuffle

The push-pull

24 / 30

What is the advantage of an anti-lock brake system?

It prevents the wheel from skidding and increases vehicle stability and control

They are less expensive to maintain

It adds more friction from the tires to the road surface

It allows the wheels to maintain a straight of travel while braking

25 / 30

Students should remain seated until when?

The bus comes to a full stop

The is almost at a full stop

The service door is fully open

The driver calls out their name

26 / 30

To be able to stop in the same distance, if the weight is doubled, the braking force must be...

Quadrupled

Doubled

Tripled

The same

27 / 30

Vehicles with a non-tilt hood, the front wheel movement may be observed how?

With the aid of someone else

By extending your head through the driver's side window

By looking over the hood

By the marks on the ground

28 / 30

The voltage meter or voltmeter indicates voltage produced by the alternator. What is a normal reading when the engine is running?

13 to 14 volts

10 to 12 volts

15 to 17 volts

8 to 9 volts

29 / 30

What does excessive brake heat do for the brakes?

None of the above

Causes brake noises

Shortens stopping distance

Shortens brake life and braking effectiveness

30 / 30

Does the person driving the bus have to be the same person who inspected the bus and signed the school bus inspection log book?

Not if requested by the employer

Yes

Not if requested by the school board

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