Alberta Commercial Driver Test 03

Taking the Alberta commercial driver practice test is crucial to obtaining your official license with flying colors. Many people find commercial driver’s licenses challenging to get. Still, with your dedication and commitment to passing this test, you will be well on your way to becoming a safe and competent operator of commercial vehicles. Remember that the practice test will allow you to understand better the actual exam’s format and style, which can increase your chances of performing exceptionally well.

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What is the maximum width of any commercial vehicle?

3.5 metres

3.6 metres

3 metres

2.6 metres

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What is the minimum safe following distance for operating a large vehicle, larger than a passenger vehicle?

3 car lengths

2 seconds

4 seconds

3 seconds

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When parking, what is the minimum size of square blocks?

25 cm by 25 cm

15 cm by 15 cm

30 cm by 30 com

20 cm by 20 cm

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If one or more brakes are not properly aligned or maintained, what happens?

The engine quits

The remaining brakes will have to generate more friction to stop the vehicle

The vehicle stops quicker

Nothing changes

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When doing the daily walk-around, what are you looking for under the front of the vehicle on the ground?

Nothing

Broken pieces of plastic

Fluid leaks

Wires hanging down

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In vehicles where the rear axle cannot steer during a turn, the rear tires will follow a different path than the steering tires do, what is this called?

Off-tracking

Inside-tracking

Short tracking

Rear-tracking

7 / 30

Federally regulated carriers that operate one or more vehicles outside the province of Alberta must complete trip inspection reports on which of the following?

Only trucks weighing 11794 kgs or more

Buses with a minimum seating capacity of 24 passengers

Farm vehicles

Trucks registered for a weight of 4,500 kgs and greater; and commercial passenger vehicles with a designed seating capacity of 11 or more persons, including the driver

8 / 30

When scheduling an Enroute check stop inspection, which statement is false?

You should be able to enter and exit a rest or check stop so that you do not have to back the vehicle

The stop area should have an adequate acceleration lane to allow you to merge onto the highway at the appropriate speed

You should be able to enter and exit a rest or check stop so that you do not have to back the vehicle

Stop near the bottom of a hill so the vehicle will not roll away

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Which is not part of the daily inspection?

The driver conducts an inspection on a vehicle or combination of vehicles

The driver records any defects found during the inspection, while en route, and at the end of the trip or day

The driver is to carry the schedule and report in the vehicle

The driver completes the report within 7 days of completing the inspection

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Which statement is false? Braking time depends on...

The force with which the brakes are applied

The vehicle weight and speed

The condition of the brake linings and drums

The seating position of the driver

11 / 30

When doing the daily walk-around and looking under the hood, which filter do you check?

Cabin filter

Air filter

Oil filter

Fuel-line filter

12 / 30

What is the maximum height a commercial vehicle can have from the ground surface?

5.5 metres

5 metres

4.05 metres

4.15 metres

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What steering technique is preferred while making turns in a larger commercial vehicle?

It does not matter

Palming the wheel

The hand-over-hand technique

The push-pull technique

14 / 30

When performing a trip air-brake inspection for the supply circuit, how fast should the idle speed be in rpm?

Around 1500 rpm

Around 900 rpm

Around 1000 rpm

Around 1200 rpm

15 / 30

When performing a trip air-brake inspection for air system leaks, what is the maximum loss for power units?

Maximum 4 PSI loss for power units

Maximum 5 PSI loss for power units

Maximum 2 PSI loss for power units

Maximum 3 PSI loss for power units

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When stopping at an Enroute check stop, where should you park?

At a position to allow you to enter and exit without having to back the vehicle up

Under a light

With no other vehicles around

Closest to the amenities

17 / 30

Since commercial vehicles can't be more than 2.6 metres in width. How wide must they be before adding clearance lights?

More than 2.05 metres

2.6 metres

2.5 metres

2 metres

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When making a left turn, why must you ensure your turn is wide?

To give you enough time to steer

To eventually make it to the next road

To avoid hitting another vehicle on the next road

None of the above

19 / 30

When doing the daily walk-around, when do you need the assistance of another person?

When checking the brake lights

When checking the turn signals

When checking the headlights

When checking the hazard lights

20 / 30

When entering a curve with a large commercial vehicle, centrifugal force acts on the vehicle. Where does it push the vehicle?

It helps the vehicle track in a straight line

Both inside and outside

The inside of the curve

The outside of the curve

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When attempting to stop a heavy commercial vehicle, how do you compensate the added weight and forward motion?

Increase tire inflation

Update the braking system

Only brake when absolutely needed

By adding more braking force

22 / 30

When parking at the edge of the road, what is the maximum distance allowable by law you can be from the curb?

75 cm

30 cm

100 cm

50 cm

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When chocking the wheels, if you only have one chock, where do you place it?

It does not matter where you place it

Place it in the front driver's side

Place it on the rear of the semi-trailer wheel

Place it in the front passenger side

24 / 30

What is the minimum tread depth on a steering axle tire?

3.2 mm

2.75 mm

2.5 mm

4 mm

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When turning right onto a narrow street, how can you ensure you can make the turn safely without driving up the curb?

Drift far left approaching the intersection

You can't avoid driving up the curb

Steer slowly

Drive well into the intersection before making the turn

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What do inspection reports serve as?

Communication between drivers, the carrier, and the carrier's maintenance department

The provincial government and the driver

The federal government and the driver

The carrier and the provincial government

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At the end of a shift, why is it recommended you do a post-trip inspection?

It's not recommended

To know if you should wash the vehicle ahead of the pre-trip inspection

It enables you to obtain service or repairs if required before the next trip

To avoid doing a pre-trip inspection the next day

28 / 30

The length of a straight truck must be no more than how many metres?

12.5 metres

11.5 metres

12 metres

13 metres

29 / 30

When reversing a tractor-trailer, what is a recommended safety precaution prior to moving the vehicle?

Sound the horn

Pump the brake pedal

Check both mirrors

Put on the hazard lights

30 / 30

A vehicle inspection at a rest and check stop should include certain checks. Which statement is false?

The trailer locking mechanisms are secure and in good condition

All the wheels are secure, and tires are properly inflated and are not hot

Most lights are working and in good order

The load is secure

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