BC House Trailer Endorsement Test 03

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What is the recommended range for the pin weight or hitch weight of a fifth wheel trailer relative to its actual loaded weight?

15 to 25 percent

30 to 40 percent

50 to 60 percent

5 to 10 percent

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What does the sign with "3.24 m" and a warning symbol represent?

A narrow bridge ahead.

A construction zone ahead.

A low overhead clearance warning.

A steep hill ahead.

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What is the recommended adjustment for side mirrors when towing a trailer?

They should be angled upwards to see the sky.

They should be positioned to see directly behind the trailer.

They should show the trailer in the first few centimeters of the mirror.

They should be angled to see only the truck.

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To make a sharp right turn with an RV trailer, how should you position your vehicle on the approach to the intersection?

Close to the curb.

One to two metres from the curb.

In the center of the lane.

As far left as possible.

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When using a seatbelt, where should the lap belt be placed?

Across the chest

Low over the pelvis

Under the arm

Over the stomach area

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When driving around a curve, inertia tends to keep the vehicle moving in what direction?

Towards the center of the curve.

In a straight line.

Away from the curve.

The direction of the turn.

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How does speed affect the length of your danger zone?

Speed has no effect on the danger zone.

As speed increases, the danger zone decreases.

Speed only affects the danger zone in adverse conditions.

As speed increases, the danger zone increases.

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What action should you take when you first see a potential hazard developing?

Change lanes immediately.

Accelerate to get past it quickly.

Apply firm braking immediately.

Take your foot off the accelerator and cover the brake.

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Large vehicles offer a better view ahead and to the sides, but they also have dangerous what?

Acceleration capabilities

Turning radii

Braking distances

Blind spots

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What might rust streaks on a rim indicate?

The rim is made of a special alloy.

A loose lug nut or cracks in the rim.

A properly tightened lug nut.

The tire needs to be rotated.

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What can cause excess wear in the center part of a tire's tread?

Underinflating the tire.

Having too much weight on the axle.

Driving on wet surfaces.

Overinflating the tire.

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When checking tire pressure, when should you check and adjust it?

When the tires are hot from driving.

Just before starting a long trip.

When the tires are cool.

After the vehicle has been sitting for several days.

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When making a right turn with an RV trailer, what part of the vehicle is most at risk of scraping the curb or leaving the road?

The truck's rear wheels.

The front wheels.

The side mirrors.

The trailer's rear wheels.

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What could be needed for a trailer's electrical system, especially if the trailer has electrically operated brakes?

A larger fuel tank.

A backup camera system.

An upgraded sound system.

A special wiring harness and a controller for the trailer brakes.

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In B.C., what are drivers prohibited from doing while driving?

Using hands-free cellphones

Programming GPS systems verbally

Operating hand-held electronic devices

Listening to music on a portable device

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What can happen if you are convicted of impaired driving and cause a crash?

Your vehicle will be automatically repaired.

Your insurance claim may be denied.

Your insurance rates will decrease.

You will receive a discount on future insurance.

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What is the "pin weight" or "hitch weight" in relation to a fifth wheel trailer?

The total weight of the trailer.

The weight of the trailer's spare tire.

The portion of the trailer's weight that is placed on the truck's hitch.

The weight of the kingpin itself.

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What is the manufacturer's recommended maximum weight of a trailer and its load, usually indicated on a plate or decal?

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

Towing Capacity

Load Capacity

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

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What is the recommended hand position for steering an RV?

One hand on the wheel and one on the gear shift.

Hands crossed over each other.

Both hands on the wheel.

One hand at the top of the wheel.

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What is "off track" in the context of a vehicle moving around a curve?

The path of the front wheels.

The difference between the paths of the front and rear wheels.

The turning radius of the vehicle.

The path of the rear wheels.

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Using a cellphone or other electronic device while driving significantly increases the risk of:

Finding parking.

Receiving calls.

Fuel efficiency.

Crashing.

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What is the recommended distance between your breastbone and the airbag unit in the steering wheel to minimize injury if it deploys?

10 cm (4 in)

50 cm (20 in)

100 cm (40 in)

25 cm (10 in)

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What is a "full jackknife" defined as?

When a truck and trailer form an angle of 90 degrees or less.

When a truck and trailer form an angle of more than 90 degrees.

When ABS brakes fail.

When a vehicle skids uncontrollably.

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What are two main categories of fire extinguishers?

Halogenated and wet chemical

CO₂ and water mist

Dry chemical and carbon dioxide (CO₂)

Water-based and foam-based

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What is the purpose of head restraints in a vehicle?

To help prevent soft tissue injuries like whiplash.

To provide extra storage space.

To improve aerodynamics.

To adjust the seat's height.

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BC House Trailer Endorsement Test 03

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