Nova Scotia Commercial Class 1 Driving Test Part 2

Nova Scotia Commercial Class 1 Driving Test
Part 2

Nova Scotia Commercial Class 1 Driving Test is a crucial step for individuals who want to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) in the province of Nova Scotia , Canada. A Class 1 CDL allows you to operate various types of commercial vehicles, including tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, and other large vehicles. Passing this test requires a good understanding of safe driving practices, regulations, and specific skills related to commercial driving.

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Nova Scotia Commercial Drivers Test Class 1 Parts 2

1 / 31

What is the maximum permissible length for a straight truck?

12.5 metres

10.5 metres

11.0 metres

12.0 metres

2 / 31

Which of the following operator's licences is you permitted to apply for as a probationary driver?

Class 3

None of them

Class 2

Class 1

3 / 31

What is the correct order of steps for a pre-trip air brake inspection?

Chock wheels; supply circuit; park control valve; tractor protection system; air system leaks; service break response

Chock wheels; tractor protection system; park control valve; supply circuit; air system leaks; service break response

Service break response; supply circuit; air system leaks; park control valve; tractor protection system; chock wheels

Chock wheels; tractor protection system; air system leaks; park control valve; supply circuit; service break response

4 / 31

When coupling a truck-tractor to a semi-trailer:

It is essential that you have chocks at the front and rear of the semi-trailer wheel

The fifth wheel should be higher than the semi-trailer before making the connection

The jaws of the fifth wheel should be in the locked position before coupling

Corrections should be made if you notice slack during the tug test

5 / 31

Clearance lights are required for vehicles that are wider than:

2.60 metres

1.90 metres

2.05 metres

1.75 metres

6 / 31

When should a defect be reported to the carrier?

When submitting the trip inspection report

At the end of the work shift

Immediately upon discovery of the defect

At the next convenient opportunity for the driver

7 / 31

Which of the following is recommended practice for using the brakes when going through hills?

Pump the brakes to maintain the air pressure

Upshift at the base of hill

Use the trailer hand valve as much as needed on steep hills

Downshift before going over the top of the hill

8 / 31

What is the purpose of a trip inspection?

Ensure the early identification of a vehicle problem and defects before the vehicle is operated on the highway

Ensure the driver is aware of the major and minor defects he may have to deal while operating the vehicle on the highway

Ensure compliance with the provincial and federal legislation

Ensure the driver has the training and knowledge needed to safely operate the vehicle on the highway

9 / 31

Which of the following is the correct procedure for stopping at an uncontrolled railway crossing with a Class 2 vehicle?

Stop at least 15 metres in advance of the track

Leave the front door closed at all times

Activate the alternately flashing amber or red lights

If on a multi-lane highway, move to the far right lane in advance of the crossing

10 / 31

Under which of the following circumstances is a trip inspection report invalid?

If the inspection was completed by anyone other than the driver

If the report was completed more than 24 hours ago

If the inspection report was not reviewed by a registered vehicle inspector

If the inspection report is not attached to the trip inspection schedule

11 / 31

If doing a pre-trip air brake inspection, which of the below would be acceptable pressure levels for the air supply valve and park control valve to pop out at?

Any pressure, as long as it is roughly equal for both valves

35 PSI for the air supply valve and 15 PSI for the park control valve

70 PSI for the air supply valve and 50 PSI for the park control valve

50 PSI for the air supply valve and 30 PSI for the park control valve

12 / 31

What are the four factors affecting the distance a commercial vehicle needs to stop?

Traction; speed; perception time; reaction time

Speed; brake condition; reaction time; weight

Speed; weather; perception time; tire pressure

Brake condition; traction; weight; speed

13 / 31

Which of the following statements is true about a B Train coupling mechanism?

An independent converter dolly is required

The B Train is a safer coupling mechanism than the A Train

The fifth wheel assembly sits on the rear axle of the lead trailer

The B Train is the optimal connection for carrying heavy loads

14 / 31

What is lag time?

The amount of time it takes for the air brake system to respond after the driver has applied pressure on the brake pedal

The amount of time it takes for the driver to notice the need to stop if he or she is not paying attention

The amount of time it takes between deciding to stop and actually applying pressure to the brake pedal

The sum of the perception time and the driver reaction time

15 / 31

What is the most accurate definition of traction?

Traction is the amount of contact made between the front tires and the road surface

Traction is the resistance generated between a rough road surface and worn tires

Traction is the friction between the road surface and the area where the tire contacts that surface

Traction is the distance required for a vehicle to stop under ideal road conditions

16 / 31

Which of the following statements about braking force is true?

If the weight of the vehicle is doubled, the braking force must be quadrupled

If the speed of a vehicle is doubled, the braking force must be quadrupled

If the weight and the speed of the vehicle are doubled, the braking force must be increased by six times

If the speed of the vehicle is doubled, the braking force must be double

17 / 31

What is the most critical task in the coupling procedure?

To park the tractor-truck and semi-trailer in a straight line

To be extremely precise when coupling the pintle hitch attachments

To physically and visually check all connections

Unlocking the fifth wheel very slowly and carefully

18 / 31

Which of the following would not be permitted to operate an ambulance with passengers?

Holder of a Class 1 operator's licence

Holder of a Class 2 operator's licence

Holder of a Class 3 operator's licence

Holder of a Class 4 operator's licence

19 / 31

As a school bus driver, you should never:

All answers are correct

Drive with open front doors

Refuel a bus with passengers aboard

Break the four-second following rule

20 / 31

Total stopping distance is:

The sum of perception distance, reaction distance, lag time distance and braking distance

The distance travelled from the moment the brakes are applied to the moment the vehicle stops

The difference between braking distance and reaction distance

The sum of the speed and the weight of the vehicle, divided by the amount of traction

21 / 31

Which of the following statements about braking force is false? Assume that the two vehicles are identical except for weight and speed.

A vehicle travelling at 80kph will require four times the braking force of a vehicle travelling at 40kph

A vehicle weighing 4000kg will require twice the braking force of a vehicle weighing 2000kg

A vehicle weighing 1500kg will require half the braking force of a vehicle weighing 3000kg

A vehicle weighing 4000kg and travelling at 50kph will require the same braking force as a vehicle weighing 2000kg and travelling at 100kph

22 / 31

A vehicle inspection at a rest and check stop does not need to include which of the following:

The load is secure

The tires are properly inflated and are not hot

The left and right turn signals work

There are no air leaks

23 / 31

How should you test the service brakes of a truck tractor?

Visual inspection

Drive forward slowly and stop

Drive forward at a reasonable speed and pump the brakes a few times

Check the brake lights and fluid level

24 / 31

When uncoupling a truck tractor from a semi-trailer, when should you lower the landing gear?

Before chocking the semi-trailer wheel

After you move the tractor-truck ahead so that the fifth wheel just clears the semi-trailer

After disconnecting the electrical and air lines and unlocking the fifth wheel

Before disconnecting the electrical and air lines and unlocking the fifth wheel

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If three identical vehicles travel at the same speeds, but one is on a level surface, one is going uphill, and one is going downhill, which will have the shortest stopping distance?

The vehicle travelling on the level surface

The vehicle travelling downhill

The vehicle travelling uphill

All three vehicles will have the same stopping distance

26 / 31

Which of the following is a driver with a Class 1 licence not able to operate?

Farm vehicles

Motorcycle

Ambulance

Bus

27 / 31

What is normal driver reaction time?

2 seconds

1 second

¾ of a second

28 / 31

Which of the following statements about the holder of a Class 2 operator's licence is false?

He/she must provide a bus with a seating capacity of at least 20 passengers for the road test

He/she may operate any motor vehicle or combination of vehicles that the holder of a Class 3, 4 or 5 operator's licence may operate

An air brake 'Q' endorsement is required to operate air brake equipped vehicles

He/she may only operate Class 1 and 6 vehicles for learning

29 / 31

Under which of the following circumstances would a driver not be permitted to drive under federal Hours of Service regulations?

The driver has taken a 36-hour reset and is switching from cycle 1 to cycle 2

A driver on cycle 2 has accumulated 120 hours of on-duty time in 12 days

The driver has already been on duty for 10 hours

The driver has taken only 24 consecutive hours off in the preceding 14 days

30 / 31

Which of the following factors would not generally have an influence on perception time?

Poor road conditions

The driver is distracted

The driver is feeling unwell

The driver has used drugs or alcohol

31 / 31

Under this Provinces Vehicle Inspection Program:

Municipal transit buses are exempt from inspection only if they carry fewer than 11 passengers

Buses must be inspected more frequently than trucks

Truck-tractors with a registered gross vehicle weight of more than 4,500kg must be inspected every 12 months

All answers are correct

Your score is

The average score is 6%

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