BC Commercial Driver Test 02

Studying the materials and reviewing the rules of the road is essential. Understanding the intricacies of commercial driving, including proper handling, safety protocols, and regulations, is crucial to success. Additionally, you can find valuable resources online, including practice questions, videos, and interactive tools.

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What is the minimum following distance if driving a bus, truck or other heavy vehicle?

5 seconds

3 seconds

2 car lengths

2 seconds

2 / 30

What is the minimum following distance for cars and lights trucks?

2 seconds

3 car lengths

3 seconds

2 car lengths

3 / 30

When is an engine retarder is more efficient?

At higher engine rpm and higher vehicle speed

At normal engine rpm and normal vehicle speed

At a higher engine rpm and a lower vehicle speed

At a lower engine rpm and a higher vehicle speed

4 / 30

What should drivers continuously do if the danger zone becomes occupied?

Be prepared to sound the horn

Nothing

Be prepared to put on hazard lights

Plan an escape route

5 / 30

Which statement is false? To help you stop safely...

Ensure that your brakes are correctly adjusted

Ensure you check your brake temperature first

Ensure your tires are in good condition

Ensure your load is balanced

6 / 30

What can reduce fuel consumption by as much as 30 per cent?

Nothing

Good tires

Proper fuel

Good safe driving habits

7 / 30

Which statement is false? When driving on a downhill grade in the city...

Keep braking to maintain the same controlled speed

Use the vehicle's retarding device unless signs prohibit their use

Select a safe speed that's not too fast for the conditions

Select an appropriate low gear to hold that speed

8 / 30

What is the recommended safe following distance while driving a bus, trucks and other large heavy vehicles at highway speeds?

Never be less than two seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Never be less than three seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Never be less than five seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Never be less than four seconds behind the vehicle ahead

9 / 30

What can you do to travel safely through construction zones?

None of the above

Drive with hazard lights on

Tap the horn before entering the construction zone

Leave space between you, the construction crews and their equipment

10 / 30

What can reduce your danger zone?

Tapping your horn

Slowing down

Windshield wipers

Bright headlights

11 / 30

What can lessen the impact if a tailgater rear-ends your vehicle?

Drive with hazard lights on

Nothing

Make more gradual stops

Pump the brakes before stopping

12 / 30

What is referred to as brake fade?

Your brakes begin use less heat to stop the vehicle

Your brakes stop working properly because they're overheated

Your brakes begin to fall apart in small pieces

None of the above

13 / 30

When there is two times the vehicle weight and two times the vehicle speed, how much more stopping power is required?

2 times the stopping power

6 times the stopping power

4 times the stopping power

8 times the stopping power

14 / 30

Most brake components operate best at around what temperature?

250° C

200° C

120° C

300° C

15 / 30

What do retarders do for the vehicle?

Nothing

They provide auxiliary slowing of the vehicle

They assist the brakes by reducing the heat that's built up inside them

They cool down the brake pads and rotors

16 / 30

When there is two times the vehicle weight, how much more stopping power is required?

2 times the stopping power

8 times the stopping power

6 times the stopping power

4 times the stopping power

17 / 30

Why should you place a slight drag on the brakes while you drive through the water?

It builds up more heat which will evaporate the water, keeping the brakes dryer

It will reduce the amount of water entering the brake drums and shoes

None of the above

It helps to stop the vehicle

18 / 30

What does ATC stand for?

Automatic Traction Control

None of the above

Automatic Terrain Capacity

Anti-traction Control

19 / 30

What is referred to as the vehicle's danger zone?

The section of road a vehicle travels through before it can stop

Directly in front of the grill

The blind spot beside the vehicle

The blind spot behind the vehicle

20 / 30

What is the maximum fine for operating a vehicle with brakes that are not adjusted correctly or not performing adequately?

250

500

1000

2000

21 / 30

Other than vehicle weight and speed, what is another factor that affects stopping distances?

The aerodynamics of the vehicle

None of the above

The driver's ability

The slope of the road

22 / 30

What can you do if you see a potential hazard while driving?

None of the above

Flash your headlights

Removing your foot from the accelerator and putting it lightly on the brake pedal

Tap the horn twice

23 / 30

Which statement is false? For emergency stopping with ABS brakes, you should...

Apply firm, hard continuous pressure to the brake pedal until the vehicle stops

Gradually build up brake pressure

Be extremely cautious when steering around obstacles

Not be alarmed by brake noise, pedal movement or shudder as this is normal

24 / 30

What's another name for engine retarders?

Hydraulic retarders

Engine brakes

Exhaust retarders

Electric brakes

25 / 30

Does ABS allow you stop sooner?

Yes, but only on dry roads

Yes

Yes, but only on wet roads

26 / 30

What is the purpose of ABS brakes?

It helps you stop with just the rear brakes

None of the above

It helps prevent wheel lockup or skids

It helps to keep your regular brakes cooler

27 / 30

When there is two times the vehicle speed, how much more stopping power is required?

6 times the stopping power

4 times the stopping power

2 times the stopping power

8 times the stopping power

28 / 30

What's the purpose of a runaway lane?

It gives drivers room to accelerate up to speed

It serves as a rest area

To help slow and stop vehicles if their brakes fail as they are going downhill

To allow drivers to check their brakes before continuing on their route

29 / 30

What's the best way to stop on icy roads?

Let the ABS do their thing

Brakes normal

Pump the brakes

Use extremely light pressure on the brake

30 / 30

When you're unable to keep up with the traffic flow, what should you do?

You must monitor your mirrors more regularly

You must tap your brake on occasion to warn drivers behind

You must put your hazard lights on while in whichever lane you're in

You must travel in the right lane

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