Ontario Bus Driver Test 08

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Ontario Bus Test 08

1 / 30

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

2 / 30

Is it required to inspect the steps and floor?

If your employer asks you to

Only if the bus is older

Yes

3 / 30

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

It reduces leakage

It helps lubricate components and seals

It reduces wear

It warms up the brake lines

4 / 30

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

During the first half of the intersection

During the last half of the intersection

Prior to entering an intersection

None of the above

5 / 30

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

Shifted from position so as not to be effective

Partially missing

Missing

Too much

6 / 30

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 damaged so as to significantly affect visibility

Stop arm or stop sign is missing

Either light on stop arm is inoperative

Stop arm will only extend fully

7 / 30

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

Damaged

The wrong size

Doesn't work properly

Missing

8 / 30

While stopped, where should you continue to look?

All of the above

Traffic ahead, beside and in the vehicle mirrors

The dashboard

The interior mirrors to watch the passengers

9 / 30

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

The vehicle is placed out of service

None of the above

A major defect

A minor defect

10 / 30

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

Areas with a broken white line

Solid pavement markings

Railway crossings

Pedestrian crossings

11 / 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

Keeps the bus hidden

Prevents unnecessary emissions

12 / 30

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

Damaged

Fails to adequately clear driver's field of vision

Missing

Wrong size

13 / 30

Why should you check the mirrors after clearing an intersection?

To ensure the mirrors are still operational

To look for a space to change lane in the intersection

All of the above

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

14 / 30

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

5 square cm

4.5 square cm

6.5 square cm

7.5 square cm

15 / 30

Practise progressive gear shifting at approximately how many rpm?

2100 rpm

1600 rpm

900 rpm

1200 rpm

16 / 30

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

To help keep it in low revs

To save on brakes

To give it more power

All of the above

17 / 30

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

All of the above

That the students are all quiet to avoid distracting you

That all belongings are on the floor beside the aisle

That all passengers have seated safely

18 / 30

How long should you typically let your vehicle warm up?

30 seconds

10 minutes

60 seconds

3 to 5 minutes

19 / 30

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

It's the law

All of the above

So as not to hit that vehicle

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

20 / 30

What could happen if you license plate is not visible?

None of the above

The vehicle can be taken out of service

You could be fined

Your driver's license is suspended

21 / 30

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

Major

It's not a defect

Just ask the passenger to move

Minor

22 / 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

23 / 30

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

Just clean it up

Major

Minor

It's not

24 / 30

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

All of the above

It slows down the vehicle

You may forget what you were doing

It allows the traffic patterns to change during the lane change

25 / 30

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

10 km/h over the limit

10 km/h

5 km/h over the limit

15 km/h

26 / 30

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

30 seconds

7 to 10 minutes

3 to 5 minutes

60 seconds

27 / 30

While exiting the expressway, where should you slow down?

One km before the exit lane

Prior to entering the exit lane

Half way down the exit lane

The exit lane

28 / 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

All of the above

Saves brakes

29 / 30

What happens if the student safety crossing arm is missing?

Tell your passengers to be careful

Report it as a minor defect

All of the above

Let your employer know

30 / 30

At what speed should backing always be done?

None of the above

Walking speed

Barely moving

20 km/h

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