Ontario Bus Driver Test 08

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Ontario Bus Test 08

1 / 30

Which statement is false? While inspecting the windshield, what would you be looking for?

It has streaks

It has no damage to the glass

It has no obstructions

It is clear

2 / 30

When passengers have entered the bus, what should you see before moving the vehicle once again?

All of the above

That all passengers have seated safely

That all belongings are on the floor beside the aisle

That the students are all quiet to avoid distracting you

3 / 30

Practise progressive gear shifting at approximately how many rpm?

900 rpm

1600 rpm

2100 rpm

1200 rpm

4 / 30

What kind of a defect is it when the passenger seat is occupied and the seat is insecure?

Just ask the passenger to move

Minor

Major

It's not a defect

5 / 30

How long should you typically let your vehicle warm up?

30 seconds

10 minutes

3 to 5 minutes

60 seconds

6 / 30

Which statement is false? The following are locations that are not suitable for making a lane change, including...

Solid pavement markings

Pedestrian crossings

Railway crossings

Areas with a broken white line

7 / 30

The glass surface of any mirror is a defect if it does not have a non-reflective area of more than...

4.5 square cm

6.5 square cm

5 square cm

7.5 square cm

8 / 30

Why should you back off the accelerator when going down a hill?

Saves brakes

To let gravity and momentum do the work

All of the above

It helps to slow down

9 / 30

What kind of defect is it when the stanchion padding is damaged?

Major

Minor

It's not

Just clean it up

10 / 30

While exiting the expressway, where should you slow down?

Prior to entering the exit lane

Half way down the exit lane

One km before the exit lane

The exit lane

11 / 30

At what speed should backing always be done?

None of the above

20 km/h

Barely moving

Walking speed

12 / 30

Which of the following is not an advantage of having a proper warm-up?

It reduces leakage

It helps lubricate components and seals

It reduces wear

It warms up the brake lines

13 / 30

What could happen if you license plate is not visible?

You could be fined

None of the above

The vehicle can be taken out of service

Your driver's license is suspended

14 / 30

When going through an intersection, when should any necessary transmission shifts be made?

Prior to entering an intersection

None of the above

During the last half of the intersection

During the first half of the intersection

15 / 30

For a manual transmission vehicle why should you run the engine in the highest gear range?

All of the above

To give it more power

To help keep it in low revs

To save on brakes

16 / 30

Is it required to inspect the steps and floor?

Only if the bus is older

If your employer asks you to

Yes

17 / 30

Which statement is false? You should you turn off your engine when you stop for any length of time, other than when loading or unloading passengers...

Save fuel

Reduce maintenance requirements

Prevents unnecessary emissions

Keeps the bus hidden

18 / 30

When the seat is damaged or won't stay in the position needed to drive, what problem does this pose?

A major defect

The vehicle is placed out of service

A minor defect

None of the above

19 / 30

Which of the following is not a defect regarding the seat back or passenger-protection barrier padding?

Missing

Shifted from position so as not to be effective

Too much

Partially missing

20 / 30

When performing a lane change, you should operate within how much of the posted speed limit if conditions permit?

10 km/h over the limit

10 km/h

15 km/h

5 km/h over the limit

21 / 30

Which of the following is not a defect if the wiper blade is...

Damaged

Fails to adequately clear driver's field of vision

Wrong size

Missing

22 / 30

What's the purpose of stopping with enough space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead?

It allows you to be able to manoeuvre the vehicle if necessary

All of the above

So as not to hit that vehicle

It's the law

23 / 30

Why should you check the mirrors after clearing an intersection?

It allows you to be continually aware of conditions so that necessary adjustments in speed and position can be made

All of the above

To ensure the mirrors are still operational

To look for a space to change lane in the intersection

24 / 30

How long should you let your vehicle warm up if the temperature is below 0 degrees Celsius?

30 seconds

7 to 10 minutes

3 to 5 minutes

60 seconds

25 / 30

Are first aid kits required to always be complete?

Not if the driver is properly trained in first aid

Only on larger buses

Yes

26 / 30

While stopped, where should you continue to look?

The dashboard

Traffic ahead, beside and in the vehicle mirrors

All of the above

The interior mirrors to watch the passengers

27 / 30

What's the problem with taking too much time to perform a lane change?

You may forget what you were doing

It slows down the vehicle

All of the above

It allows the traffic patterns to change during the lane change

28 / 30

Which of the following is not a minor defect with regards to the stop arm for a Class B and E vehicle?

Stop arm or stop sign is damaged so as to significantly affect visibility

Stop arm will only extend fully

Either light on stop arm is inoperative

Stop arm or stop sign is missing

29 / 30

What happens if the student safety crossing arm is missing?

Report it as a minor defect

Let your employer know

Tell your passengers to be careful

All of the above

30 / 30

Which of the following is not a defect when the Emergency equipment is...

Doesn't work properly

Missing

Damaged

The wrong size

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