Alberta Commercial Driver Test 01

Taking the Alberta commercial driver practice test is a crucial step towards obtaining a truck driver’s license. It is essential to be well-prepared, as the official exam can be challenging, covering a wide range of topics, including vehicle safety, traffic laws, and handling hazardous materials.

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When learning to operate a vehicle that is equipped with air brakes, which of the following statement is true?

You must have an air brake endorsement

It's up to your employer if you need the air brake endorsement

You do not need an air brake endorsement

You have the option of having the air brake endorsement

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To be a professional commercial driver, which statement is false?

Always drive defensively

Protect yourself, the vehicle, the passengers, and the cargo

Driving at a consistent and fast speed saves time and fuel

Be patient and tolerant of other drivers

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Federal law applies to carriers wishing to operate outside of Alberta while driving a truck, tractor, trailer, or any combination of these vehicles registered for or weighing in excess of 4,500 kg to possess what kind of certificate?

A Dangerous Goods Certificate

None of the above

A national Safety Code certificate

A Safety Fitness Certificate

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No holder of a Class 3 driver's license shall operate a motor vehicle with a maximum passenger limit of...?

15 passengers

12 passengers

8 passengers

24 passengers

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A Class 2 license will allow you to drive which type of vehicle?

Operate any motor vehicle or combination of vehicles that the holder of a Class 3, Class 4, or Class 5 license may operate

Class 6 with a passenger

Class 1 alone

Motorcycle

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What is the minimum age to learn to become a commercial driver in Alberta?

16 years

18 years

21 years

25 years

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To learn to drive a commercial vehicle, which type of license must you possess?

Does not matter which type, as long as you have one

Class 7

Class 5 or a Class 5 GDL driver's license

Class 6

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Having a Class 2 license will allow you to learn which type of vehicle?

Class 3 and 4

Class 4 and 6

Class 3 and 6

Class 1 and 6

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When would you need to have an air brake endorsement if driving a farm vehicle?

You don't

If you run more than one farm vehicle

If you currently have a Class 1 license

If driving a farm vehicle combination that requires the driver to hold a Class 1 driver's license

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Which statement is false?

Every driver is responsible to carry out those inspections and maintenance required by the owner

Every driver is responsible to carry out any inspections required by legislation, such as vehicle trip inspections

Every driver is responsible to understand the company's maintenance plan

Every driver is responsible to develop their own safety program

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Which statement is false? For a Class 1 road test, you must provide a tractor-trailer with the following configurations...

Minimum tandem axle tractor and a tandem axle trailer

Full-air brake system on both tractor and trailer

A 13-speed manual transmission

Total weight no more than 4500 kg

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You must have a medical report to upgrade to a Class 1,2 or 4 license. Where can you get such a form?

Your employer

Any hospital

A registry agent, a doctor, or a nurse practitioner

Online

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What is an air-over hydraulic braking system?

This is a system that closes off hydraulic brakes and only uses air brakes

This is a combination of air and hydraulic foundation brakes

None of the above

This is a system that uses hydraulic brakes filled with air

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During a work shift, a driver cannot drive after driving for how many hours?

18 Hours

16 Hours

12 Hours

13 Hours

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What is the minimum age to become licensed as a commercial driver in Alberta?

21 years

25 years

19 years

18 years

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To drive a school bus, Licence Class 1,2, or 4 will have which letter added to their license?

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In an air-actuated hydraulic braking system the air compressor is used to boost what type of braking system?

Mechanical

Vacuum-assisted

Electromagnetic

Hydraulic

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Which type of vehicle must carriers also have a Safety Fitness Certificate?

Ambulances

A commercial passenger vehicle with an original manufacturer's seating capacity of 11 or more persons including the driver

Taxis

Only school-purpose buses

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Which vehicles can you drive with a Class 1 license?

Taxi, ambulance, or bus only

Only 3-axle vehicle

All but motorcycle

Motorcycle

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When a driver successfully completes an approved Alberta air brake course through an authorized agency, which letter is placed on their license?

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A Class 4 license will allow you to operate which types of vehicles?

Motorcycle

Class 1 vehicles alone

Ambulance, Bus, and taxi

Any 3-axel vehicles

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When it comes to becoming a professional driver, which statement is the truest?

None of the above

Driving different types of vehicles allows you to become a good professional driver

Being a professional driver involves more than driving, it also includes attitude and pride in being a professional driver

Getting paid is all it takes to become a good professional driver

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If you do not pass your vision test, what happens next?

You wait 24 hours and try again

You lose all driving privileges

You can no longer upgrade your license

They send you to an optometrist or ophthalmologist

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As a smart, professional driver, being involved in a collision may result in many negative outcomes. Which statement is false?

Personal injury

A loss of income

Steady work hours

A loss of job

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What is an air-actuated hydraulic braking system?

Hydraulic brakes but the air is ready to be used if they fail

None of the above

A system that lessens the braking power

Air assisted, but all foundation brakes are hydraulic

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A vehicle with an air brake system has brakes that are initiated by air pressure. Where does this air pressure come from?

A compressor pre-filled with air before each trip

A canister that has been filled with air

An air pump attached to the vehicle

An engine-driven compressor

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Until the age of 45, how often do you require a medical report?

You don't

Every five years

Every two years

Every year

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What is checked before upgrading your Alberta driver's license?

Your vision

Your age

Your height

Your eye colour

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A Class 3 license will allow you to drive the following vehicles.

Class 2 vehicles alone

Drive passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and 3 or more axel vehicles without air brakes

Class 6 vehicles alone

Class 1 vehicles alone

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Do drivers need an air brake endorsement to drive vehicles equipped with an air-actuated hydraulic braking system?

It is only required if hauling dangerous goods

It is required if leaving the province of Alberta

An air brake endorsement is not required

It is required provided the weight of the vehicle is more than 11794 kg

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To pass the official exam with flying colors, it’s crucial to devote time and effort to practice and learn the intricacies of safe driving. The practice test is an excellent way to identify knowledge gaps and areas needing improvement. By dedicating themselves to mastering the material, drivers can maximize their chances of success on the exam.

Be sure to visit the section for the Alberta Class 1 Licence Test that is tailored to your needs. This preparation will boost your confidence and equip you with the skills necessary for a successful driving career.

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