Ontario Bus Driver Test 08

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Ontario Bus Test 08

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Why should you check the mirrors after clearing an intersection?

To look for a space to change lane in the intersection

To ensure the mirrors are still operational

All of the above

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

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

It has no damage to the glass

It is clear

It has streaks

It has no obstructions

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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

Stop arm will only extend fully

Either light on stop arm is inoperative

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

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At what speed should backing always be done?

None of the above

Walking speed

Barely moving

20 km/h

5 / 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

Prevents unnecessary emissions

Keeps the bus hidden

6 / 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

All of the above

That all passengers have seated safely

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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

So as not to hit that vehicle

It's the law

All of the above

8 / 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

9 / 30

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

Railway crossings

Pedestrian crossings

Areas with a broken white line

Solid pavement markings

10 / 30

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

Damaged

Doesn't work properly

Missing

The wrong size

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

None of the above

The vehicle is placed out of service

A major defect

A minor defect

12 / 30

What happens if the student safety crossing arm is missing?

All of the above

Tell your passengers to be careful

Let your employer know

Report it as a minor defect

13 / 30

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

6.5 square cm

4.5 square cm

7.5 square cm

5 square cm

14 / 30

What could happen if you license plate is not visible?

Your driver's license is suspended

None of the above

The vehicle can be taken out of service

You could be fined

15 / 30

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

It's not a defect

Minor

Major

Just ask the passenger to move

16 / 30

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

15 km/h

10 km/h

5 km/h over the limit

10 km/h over the limit

17 / 30

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

All of the above

You may forget what you were doing

It slows down the vehicle

It allows the traffic patterns to change during the lane change

18 / 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

19 / 30

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

60 seconds

7 to 10 minutes

30 seconds

3 to 5 minutes

20 / 30

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

To let gravity and momentum do the work

All of the above

Saves brakes

It helps to slow down

21 / 30

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

To give it more power

To help keep it in low revs

All of the above

To save on brakes

22 / 30

Is it required to inspect the steps and floor?

If your employer asks you to

Yes

Only if the bus is older

23 / 30

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

Major

Just clean it up

It's not

Minor

24 / 30

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

Missing

Too much

Partially missing

Shifted from position so as not to be effective

25 / 30

While exiting the expressway, where should you slow down?

The exit lane

Prior to entering the exit lane

Half way down the exit lane

One km before the exit lane

26 / 30

How long should you typically let your vehicle warm up?

60 seconds

10 minutes

3 to 5 minutes

30 seconds

27 / 30

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

Damaged

Missing

Fails to adequately clear driver's field of vision

Wrong size

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While stopped, where should you continue to look?

All of the above

The interior mirrors to watch the passengers

Traffic ahead, beside and in the vehicle mirrors

The dashboard

29 / 30

Practise progressive gear shifting at approximately how many rpm?

1600 rpm

2100 rpm

900 rpm

1200 rpm

30 / 30

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

None of the above

During the first half of the intersection

During the last half of the intersection

Prior to entering an intersection

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