Ontario Bus Driver Test 08

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Ontario Bus Test 08

1 / 30

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

5 km/h over the limit

15 km/h

10 km/h

10 km/h over the limit

2 / 30

What happens if the student safety crossing arm is missing?

Let your employer know

All of the above

Report it as a minor defect

Tell your passengers to be careful

3 / 30

Is it required to inspect the steps and floor?

Yes

If your employer asks you to

Only if the bus is older

4 / 30

While exiting the expressway, where should you slow down?

Half way down the exit lane

One km before the exit lane

The exit lane

Prior to entering the exit lane

5 / 30

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

Doesn't work properly

The wrong size

Damaged

Missing

6 / 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

7 / 30

Practise progressive gear shifting at approximately how many rpm?

900 rpm

1200 rpm

1600 rpm

2100 rpm

8 / 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

9 / 30

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

30 seconds

60 seconds

3 to 5 minutes

7 to 10 minutes

10 / 30

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

Either light on stop arm is inoperative

Stop arm will only extend fully

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

Stop arm or stop sign is missing

11 / 30

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

That all passengers have seated safely

That all belongings are on the floor beside the aisle

All of the above

That the students are all quiet to avoid distracting you

12 / 30

What could happen if you license plate is not visible?

The vehicle can be taken out of service

Your driver's license is suspended

None of the above

You could be fined

13 / 30

While stopped, where should you continue to look?

The dashboard

Traffic ahead, beside and in the vehicle mirrors

The interior mirrors to watch the passengers

All of the above

14 / 30

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

Missing

Partially missing

Shifted from position so as not to be effective

Too much

15 / 30

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

It helps to slow down

To let gravity and momentum do the work

Saves brakes

All of the above

16 / 30

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

During the first half of the intersection

None of the above

During the last half of the intersection

Prior to entering an intersection

17 / 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

5 square cm

6.5 square cm

4.5 square cm

18 / 30

Why should you check the mirrors after clearing an intersection?

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

All of the above

To ensure the mirrors are still operational

To look for a space to change lane in the intersection

19 / 30

At what speed should backing always be done?

20 km/h

Barely moving

Walking speed

None of the above

20 / 30

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

None of the above

A minor defect

The vehicle is placed out of service

A major defect

21 / 30

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

To save on brakes

To give it more power

All of the above

To help keep it in low revs

22 / 30

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

It helps lubricate components and seals

It reduces leakage

It reduces wear

It warms up the brake lines

23 / 30

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

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

It's the law

All of the above

So as not to hit that vehicle

24 / 30

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

Minor

Major

Just clean it up

It's not

25 / 30

How long should you typically let your vehicle warm up?

60 seconds

3 to 5 minutes

10 minutes

30 seconds

26 / 30

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

Damaged

Wrong size

Fails to adequately clear driver's field of vision

Missing

27 / 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

Minor

Major

It's not a defect

28 / 30

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

Pedestrian crossings

Areas with a broken white line

Solid pavement markings

Railway crossings

29 / 30

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

It has no obstructions

It has no damage to the glass

It has streaks

It is clear

30 / 30

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

All of the above

It allows the traffic patterns to change during the lane change

You may forget what you were doing

It slows down the vehicle

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