Ontario Bus Driver Test 08

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Ontario Bus Test 08

1 / 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

2 / 30

Practise progressive gear shifting at approximately how many rpm?

1600 rpm

1200 rpm

900 rpm

2100 rpm

3 / 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

Prevents unnecessary emissions

Reduce maintenance requirements

Keeps the bus hidden

4 / 30

Why should you check the mirrors after clearing an intersection?

All of the above

To ensure the mirrors are still operational

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

To look for a space to change lane in the intersection

5 / 30

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

During the first half of the intersection

During the last half of the intersection

Prior to entering an intersection

None of the above

6 / 30

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

It slows down the vehicle

You may forget what you were doing

It allows the traffic patterns to change during the lane change

All of the above

7 / 30

Are first aid kits required to always be complete?

Yes

Only on larger buses

Not if the driver is properly trained in first aid

8 / 30

While stopped, where should you continue to look?

All of the above

Traffic ahead, beside and in the vehicle mirrors

The dashboard

The interior mirrors to watch the passengers

9 / 30

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

It's the law

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

All of the above

So as not to hit that vehicle

10 / 30

Is it required to inspect the steps and floor?

If your employer asks you to

Yes

Only if the bus is older

11 / 30

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

Missing

Damaged

Wrong size

Fails to adequately clear driver's field of vision

12 / 30

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

10 km/h

5 km/h over the limit

15 km/h

10 km/h over the limit

13 / 30

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

All of the above

To save on brakes

To help keep it in low revs

To give it more power

14 / 30

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

Pedestrian crossings

Railway crossings

Areas with a broken white line

Solid pavement markings

15 / 30

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

It reduces leakage

It reduces wear

It warms up the brake lines

It helps lubricate components and seals

16 / 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

17 / 30

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

Missing

Damaged

Doesn't work properly

The wrong size

18 / 30

While exiting the expressway, where should you slow down?

Half way down the exit lane

Prior to entering the exit lane

The exit lane

One km before the exit lane

19 / 30

What could happen if you license plate is not visible?

You could be fined

Your driver's license is suspended

The vehicle can be taken out of service

None of the above

20 / 30

What happens if the student safety crossing arm is missing?

Let your employer know

All of the above

Report it as a minor defect

Tell your passengers to be careful

21 / 30

How long should you typically let your vehicle warm up?

3 to 5 minutes

10 minutes

60 seconds

30 seconds

22 / 30

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

Shifted from position so as not to be effective

Too much

Partially missing

Missing

23 / 30

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

30 seconds

7 to 10 minutes

60 seconds

3 to 5 minutes

24 / 30

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

That all passengers have seated safely

All of the above

That all belongings are on the floor beside the aisle

That the students are all quiet to avoid distracting you

25 / 30

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

It's not

Minor

Just clean it up

Major

26 / 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

5 square cm

7.5 square cm

6.5 square cm

27 / 30

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

The vehicle is placed out of service

A major defect

A minor defect

None of the above

28 / 30

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

It has streaks

It is clear

It has no damage to the glass

It has no obstructions

29 / 30

At what speed should backing always be done?

20 km/h

Walking speed

Barely moving

None of the above

30 / 30

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

Saves brakes

It helps to slow down

All of the above

To let gravity and momentum do the work

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