BC Commercial Driver Test 05

The BC commercial driver practice test is crucial to passing the official exam. The practice test will allow you to familiarize yourself with the structure and content of the official exam, as well as identify any areas that require extra attention. By taking the practice test, you can develop strategies to manage your time and ensure you are adequately prepared to answer each question confidently and precisely.

1 / 30

When driving a bus, what is not a clue that can help you avoid a collision with people or parked vehicles?

Front wheels turned out

Brake lights, back-up lights and turn signals

A driver sitting behind the steering wheel

The hazard lights flashing

2 / 30

What is the maximum legal with of a vehicle without and oversize load permit?

2.8 metres

3 metres

2.6 metres

2.4 metres

3 / 30

Who's responsible for ensuring that the safety equipment is available and in working order?

The head of maintenance

Whoever last drove the vehicle

The employer

The driver

4 / 30

Which vehicles must carry warning devices such as flags and flares?

Passenger vehicles that have a seating capacity of up to 7 passengers

None of the above

Passenger vehicles that have a seating capacity of more than 10 passengers

Passenger vehicles that have a seating capacity of up to 5 passengers

5 / 30

Which statement is false? Where should dangerous goods placards be placed on the transport trucks?

The front

The top

The sides

The rear

6 / 30

When are overload permits generally issued?

When the load exceeds 2868 kg

None of the above

When the load has to be extended onto a separate trailer

When loads can't be reduced or when a vehicle isn't licensed up to its allowable weight

7 / 30

If directed by signs, a police officer or an authorized person directs you, when must you report to a weigh scales?

If you drive a commercial vehicle with a licensed gross vehicle weight of more than 4,500 kg

If you drive a commercial vehicle with a licensed gross vehicle weight of more than 2,500 kg

If you drive a commercial vehicle with a licensed gross vehicle weight of more than 3,500 kg

If you drive a commercial vehicle with a licensed gross vehicle weight of more than 5,500 kg

8 / 30

When stopping to let off passengers, what distance should other drivers be able to see your vehicle?

A distance of at least 85 metres (285 ft) in front and behind

A distance of at least 35 metres (115 ft) in front and behind

A distance of at least 55 metres (180 ft) in front and behind

A distance of at least 75 metres (245 ft) in front and behind

9 / 30

Which statement is false? Tips for transporting persons with disabilities...

Speak directly to the companion of the person with the disability

Remember that every person's unique and people's needs and abilities will vary greatly

Be patient, flexible and creative in the way you communicate

10 / 30

You must report any defect or deficiency that could make your vehicle unsafe and be given in writing to...

The head of the union

To the head of maintenance

No one, just fix it

To the carrier you work for at the time you find the defect

11 / 30

What is the maximum allowable height for a commercial vehicle without an oversize load permit?

3.95 metres

3.85 metres

4.15 metres

4.75 metres

12 / 30

How often is it necessary to test the brakes on a school bus?

Each day

Weekly

Only if a problem existed

Monthly

13 / 30

What can happen to the rear of the bus before leaving the curb?

It follows the same path as the front of the bus

It runs parallel with the curb before pulling into the live lane

None of the above

It could swing over the sidewalk, hitting someone or something

14 / 30

Should you always carry your training certificate with you when transporting dangerous goods?

Only if requested

Yes

Only if you are on probation

15 / 30

Are passengers allowed to stand on a school bus?

Yes, but only those with special permission can do so

Yes, provided all the seats are filled

Not unless instructed to do so by the driver

16 / 30

As a school bus driver, when do you turn off your flashing lights and draw in your stop sign?

Once the passengers have entered the bus

Once there is a gap in traffic

After waiting at least 15 seconds after your passengers are seated or across the road

After your passengers are safely in your vehicle or safely across the road

17 / 30

Which statement is false? Before you open the doors of your school bus to let passengers on or off, ensure that...

Your vehicle has come to a full stop

Other drivers will be able to see your bus from at least 60 metres in either direction

There are at least six metres of road available on the left side of your vehicle

Passengers enter or leave your school bus from the right side only

18 / 30

Which statement is false? Every commercial passenger vehicle that has a seating capacity of more than 10 occupants, including the driver, must have...

One first-aid kit (that meets the WorkSafe BC guidelines)

One spare tire

At least one fire extinguisher

A working navigational system

19 / 30

In addition to the regular outside rear-view mirrors, what type of mirror must be installed on cab-over or forward-control type school buses?

Another interior mirror

No other mirror is required

Convex mirror

A second outside mirror

20 / 30

Can a person be allowed to board or leave a school bus other than from the right side?

Not unless a problem arises

Yes, with special permission

If directed by the driver

21 / 30

Which statement is false? A bus shouldn't be loaded with baggage in a way that...

Hinders the safe operation of the bus

Obscures the driver's view to the front, left or right

Interferes with the movement of the driver's arms or legs

Obstructs access to any equipment other than emergency equipment

22 / 30

Is it necessary to have working lights that illuminate the passenger aisle of a bus?

Yes

Only at certain times of the year

Not unless requested

None of the above

23 / 30

As a condition of an oversize or overload permit, a pilot car may be required. What is a pilot car?

A pilot car marks the route taken by the truck driver

A pilot car looks ahead to help the driver of the truck if there are issues up the road

A pilot car warns other drivers about the larger-than-normal vehicle they're about to encounter

A pilot car removes any debris from the road so the truck can make it through easily

24 / 30

Some municipalities require all limousine and taxi drivers to have a special type of permit. What is this called?

A service permit

A butler's permit

A chauffeur's permit

None of the above

25 / 30

What happens to your passengers if a crash or breakdown makes it impossible for you to continue?

They are on their own

You must make immediate arrangements to have your passengers transported to their destination with as little delay as possible

You can make that decision when the time comes

They wait with you until the problem is rectified

26 / 30

As the operator of a school bus, how often are you required to wash the floor of the vehicle with water containing a disinfectant solution?

After they have been dirty long enough

Daily

At least once a week

Monthly

27 / 30

Which statement is false? When you apply for a permit you must provide...

Specifics on the load you'll be carrying

A time when you plan to move your oversized load

Details about your planned route and destination

Registration and insurance papers for the trailer(s) only

28 / 30

Can any school bus be fuelled while its engine is running or with any passenger inside it?

Yes

Only if driving on fumes

When no other choice presents itself

29 / 30

Which statement is false? When operating an emergency vehicle, what conditions must be considered before exceeding speed limits or driving through stop signs and traffic signal lights?

The condition and use of the highway

The time of day

The seriousness of the emergency you're responding to

The amount of traffic that's on, or is expected to be on, the highway

30 / 30

If any mechanical inspector or peace officer finds that a school bus is unfit, what happens?

It must be reported within 72 hours

You can't operate that vehicle as a school bus until the defect(s) has been fixed

Drive carefully until it gets fixed

You have 48 hours to have the bus fixed

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