BC Commercial Driver Test 02

Studying the materials and reviewing the rules of the road is essential. Knowing the ins and outs of commercial driving, including proper handling, safety measures, and regulations, is key to success. In addition, you can find valuable resources online, such as practice questions, videos, and interactive tools. Use all available resources to prepare for the test, and on the day of the official exam, stay confident, calm, and focused. With determination and preparation, passing your BC commercial driver’s exam can be an achievable goal.

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What's the purpose of a runaway lane?

It gives drivers room to accelerate up to speed

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

It serves as a rest area

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

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

6 times the stopping power

2 times the stopping power

8 times the stopping power

4 times the stopping power

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When is an engine retarder is more efficient?

At a higher engine rpm and a lower vehicle speed

At a lower engine rpm and a higher vehicle speed

At normal engine rpm and normal vehicle speed

At higher engine rpm and higher vehicle speed

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

2 car lengths

2 seconds

5 seconds

3 seconds

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Most brake components operate best at around what temperature?

120° C

200° C

300° C

250° C

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

Ensure you check your brake temperature first

Ensure your tires are in good condition

Ensure your load is balanced

Ensure that your brakes are correctly adjusted

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

2 seconds

2 car lengths

3 car lengths

3 seconds

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

250

2000

500

1000

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

Gradually build up brake pressure

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

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

Be extremely cautious when steering around obstacles

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Does ABS allow you stop sooner?

Yes, but only on wet roads

Yes

Yes, but only on dry roads

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

Pump the brakes before stopping

Make more gradual stops

Nothing

Drive with hazard lights on

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

Never be less than four seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Never be less than five seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Never be less than two seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Never be less than three seconds behind the vehicle ahead

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

4 times the stopping power

2 times the stopping power

6 times the stopping power

8 times the stopping power

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

None of the above

It helps to stop the vehicle

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

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What's another name for engine retarders?

Engine brakes

Hydraulic retarders

Electric brakes

Exhaust retarders

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

You must monitor your mirrors more regularly

You must travel in the right lane

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

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

The aerodynamics of the vehicle

The driver's ability

The slope of the road

None of the above

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

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

Tap the horn twice

Flash your headlights

None of the above

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What is the purpose of ABS brakes?

None of the above

It helps to keep your regular brakes cooler

It helps you stop with just the rear brakes

It helps prevent wheel lockup or skids

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What can reduce your danger zone?

Tapping your horn

Windshield wipers

Bright headlights

Slowing down

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

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

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

Select an appropriate low gear to hold that speed

Keep braking to maintain the same controlled speed

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What does ATC stand for?

None of the above

Automatic Traction Control

Automatic Terrain Capacity

Anti-traction Control

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

Good safe driving habits

Good tires

Nothing

Proper fuel

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

Nothing

Be prepared to put on hazard lights

Plan an escape route

Be prepared to sound the horn

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What can you do to travel safely through construction zones?

Drive with hazard lights on

Leave space between you, the construction crews and their equipment

None of the above

Tap the horn before entering the construction zone

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

The blind spot behind the vehicle

Directly in front of the grill

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

The blind spot beside the vehicle

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What is referred to as brake fade?

Your brakes stop working properly because they're overheated

Your brakes begin use less heat to stop the vehicle

None of the above

Your brakes begin to fall apart in small pieces

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What do retarders do for the vehicle?

They cool down the brake pads and rotors

They provide auxiliary slowing of the vehicle

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

Nothing

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

8 times the stopping power

2 times the stopping power

4 times the stopping power

6 times the stopping power

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

Let the ABS do their thing

Pump the brakes

Brakes normal

Use extremely light pressure on the brake

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