Nova Scotia Motorcycle Class 6 Driving Test Part 4

Nova Scotia Motorcycle Class 6 Driving Test
Part 4

Nova Scotia Commercial Class 6 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 6 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 Motorcycle Driving Test Class 6 Parts 4

1 / 49

According to the law in Ontario, the motorcyclist and the passenger have to __________.

Carry tools along all the time.

Wear proper helmets approved by official standards. The helmets must be affixed with the chin-strap securely fastened.

Stay away from driving at night.

Wear brightly colored apparel all the time.

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If another vehicle suddenly stops in front of you or pulls out of a lane and gets in your way, what do you need to do to avert an accident?

Apply both brakes and come to a halt.

Turn or move out of the way fast.

Use your horn and alert the other driver.

Apply just the front brakes.

3 / 49

To keep control over the motorcycle, one should __________.

Stay away from shifting lanes.

Try not to apply brakes when making a turn.

Not put on the headlights.

Try to downshift when stopping.

4 / 49

How does selecting a motorcycle safety course affect the time to reach the M2 license?

It reduces the period by 2 months.

It reduces the period by 6 months.

It reduces the period by 12 months.

It reduces the period by 4 months.

5 / 49

What should you get from the seller when buying a privately used motorcycle?

The permit and the license plates.

The driving license of the seller.

Used Vehicle Information package.

A receipt for the purchase.

6 / 49

Which kind of helmet offers the best protection?

A helmet with a three quarter face cover.

None of these helmets qualify.

A full-faced helmet.

The half-faced variety.

7 / 49

In case the chain breaks, what should one do?

As soon as it is safe to do so, pull off the road.

Hold the handlebars tightly to maintain control on the motorcycle.

All answers are correct

8 / 49

A solid line at the left of your lane means ________.

Pass only when no traffic is sight.

Overtake and pass with caution.

Pass at your discretion.

It is unsafe to pass.

9 / 49

Where should you place the helmet if you are pulled off the road and need help?

The helmet should be hung on the handlebars.

The helmet should be placed on the road near your motorcycle.

The helmet should be kept on so that you do not have to put it on again.

The helmet should be fastened to the back of the motorcycle.

10 / 49

In a given situation where you have your M2, preferably M license, how will your motorcycle react if you carry passengers?

The motorcycle will react more slowly due to the extra weight.

All the mentioned statements are false.

The motorcycle will react quickly due to the extra weight.

There will be no difference in how the motorcycle reacts with or without the passenger.

11 / 49

When riding with a group of motorcyclists, a staggered formation ________.

Should be used when riding on curves

Should not be used on curves, during turns, or when entering or exiting a highway

Is recommended at all times

Is never recommended

12 / 49

When two vehicles approach a four-way stop sign intersection at right angles to each other and at the same time __________.

The vehicle approaching from the right should have the courtesy to proceed first.

The one moving faster.

The vehicle approaching from the left should have the courtesy to proceed first.

Neither one is correct.

13 / 49

On a paved road with two lanes, which part of the road will have a more significant amount of gravel and sand accumulated?

Portions close to the centre of the road.

Along the sides of the pavement or at the edge of the road.

The entire road and/or pavement.

The central part of the road/pavement.

14 / 49

If you are pulling off the road, what steps should you take?

Make sure that the spot you choose is away from the moving traffic to avoid any accidents.

All the mentioned steps should be followed.

Check the mirrors and signal before pulling off.

Make sure that the surface of the road is hard and good to drive on.

15 / 49

Which tire track should you be in when driving a motorcycle in the passing lane?

One should not be driving in the passing lane at any time.

The left tire track.

The right tire track.

In the centre tire track.

16 / 49

Which lanes should be avoided when changing lanes on a freeway, and why?

The lane next to an exit ramp. Other vehicles may not see you and might cut you off in front as they exit.

One should steer clear of freeway lanes that are difficult to merge into. You should do this even if you have the signal on early.

The lane next to the entrance ramp from where all the traffic will be merging.

All answers are correct.

17 / 49

When accelerating or applying the brakes, one should do the following to maintain strong control and grip over the motorcycle ________.

Angle the motorcycle towards the left.

Move one’s weight as far back as one can.

Maintain as upright and vertical a position as possible.

Angle the motorcycle towards the right.

18 / 49

If a motorcycle’s colour changes, what are you required to do?

One has to apply for an emissions test with Drive Clean.

Simply adhere to all road safety standards and no other action is needed.

Inform the Driver and Vehicle License Issuing Office within 6 days of the change.

Inform the Driver and Vehicle License Issuing Office in a period of 60 days from the change.

19 / 49

A flashing green light at the intersection where turns to the left and right are permitted indicates what?

You may turn to the right if the way is clear.

You may proceed straight through if the way is clear.

You may turn to the left if the way is clear.

All of these

20 / 49

What are the three steps to driving over objects safely?

Grip the handlebars firmly, maintain a straight path, and then use the threshold braking system.

Grip the handlebars firmly, curve to one side, and raise yourself a little on the footrests.

Grip the handlebars firmly, curve to one side, and speed up a little.

Grip the handlebars firmly, maintain a straight path, and raise yourself a little on the footrests.

21 / 49

How is a motorcycle to be started?

None of these

One has to turn on the ignition, make sure the kill switch is off, change the gear to reverse, apply choke (if needed), press in the clutch, and push the starter button.

One has to turn on the ignition, make sure the kill switch is off, change the gear to neutral, apply choke (if needed), pull in clutch, and press the starter button.

Turning the ignition switch ON, and making sure the engine kill switch in not in the "OFF" position., change the gear to neutral, apply choke (if needed), pull in the clutch and press the starter button.

22 / 49

Checking the mirrors is especially needed when __________.

One is planning to change lanes, make a turn, stop, or slow down.

One is going to halt at an intersection.

One is about to start the motorcycle.

One is going to embark on a long trip.

23 / 49

Can you drive your motorcycle in another province if you are from another province?

It is possible if you are at least 16 years of age and have a valid motorcycle license.

It is possible if you are at least 18 years of age and have a valid motorcycle license.

It is possible if you are at least 18 years of age and have a valid license.

It is possible if you are at least 21 years of age and have a valid license.

24 / 49

What should one do in a blind curve when the view of the path ahead is restricted?

Drive near the boundaries of the road.

Switch the four-way flashers on so others will be able to see you.

Put yourself in a position where you can see as much as possible of the road ahead

Drive in the centre of the road.

25 / 49

When should the headlights of the motorcycle be turned on?

The headlights should be switched on only at night.

They should be on all the time, even in the daytime.

They should be switched on only during the day.

The need to be turned on only between sunrise and sunset.

26 / 49

What should you do if a large animal is on the road?

Get off the moving motorcycle.

Try to swerve around it.

Ride into the animal in order to avoid skidding.

None of the mentioned steps should be followed.

27 / 49

In case of taking a turn too fast, what are the possible outcomes?

The motorcycle can slide off the road and crash.

All of these

The rider may panic and brake too hard and thus lock the wheels, slide, and then crash.

28 / 49

What is the role played by road race or clamp-on handlebars?

They increase the capacity to execute good shoulder checks.

They raise the capacity to execute good shoulder checks and make sure you don’t get tired quickly.

They reduce the capacity to execute good shoulder checks but ensure an unflagging journey.

They reduce the capacity to perform good shoulder checks and can cause you to tire easily.

29 / 49

Where should you shift your weight if the back tire blows out?

The weight should be alternated between the front and the back.

The weight should be shifted to the front.

The weight should not be shifted.

The weight should be shifted to the back.

30 / 49

What are the ways by which motorcyclists can make themselves more visible during the nighttime?

By wearing protective gear.

By keeping the four-way flashers switched on the whole time.

By switching the headlight and tail-lights on and by wearing brightly-coloured clothing and helmet.

By wearing dark clothing in deep colours.

31 / 49

Which lanes should be avoided on a freeway with three or more lanes?

The centre lane.

It is important to be careful. The lanes do not matter.

The passing lane.

All of these

32 / 49

Driving in foggy conditions with increasingly poor visibility, a motorcyclist should _______.

Move off the road and park in a safe parking area and wait it out until the fog clears up.

Shift to the fast lane and drive quickly to get out of the fog.

Switch on the motorcycle flashers, and stop and park in the left lane.

Drive at a reduced speed and use the horn to alert others.

33 / 49

Upon approaching a stop sign, what does the law require you to do before entering an intersection?

Slow down, sound horn, and proceed

Stop, sound horn, and then proceed

Slow down and if way is clear, proceed

Stop, and when it is safe to do so, proceed

34 / 49

What are the things that should be checked on a motorcycle weekly, apart from the specific routine checks?

The rims and wheels, shock absorbers, brakes, chain, tire tread, and all other hardware should be checked weekly.

Tire tread, shockers, brakes, stereo, seat cover, and all other hardware should be checked weekly.

The rims and wheels, shockers, brakes, chain, stereo, and all other hardware should be checked weekly.

Tire tread, shockers, paint, stereo, seat cover, and all other software should be checked weekly.

35 / 49

If you make modifications to a motorcycle, what should you ensure first?

Make sure that the modifications are made properly.

All answers are correct.

Make sure the safety and the performance of the vehicle is not affected in any manner.

Make sure the modifications comply with the Highway Traffic Act.

36 / 49

Which kind of mirror gives an image showing objects at a farther distance than they actually are?

Flat mirrors.

Mirrors those are broken.

Mirrors that are tinted.

Convex mirrors.

37 / 49

When you are driving, it is dangerous to attempt to __________.

Carry a pillion rider along.

Adjust your mirrors.

Glance about you.

Switch on the motorcycle’s four-way flashers.

38 / 49

Weaving in and out of heavy traffic is ________.

The best way to pass stopped vehicles at an intersection.

The best way to get to your destination fast.

A sign of inexperienced or aggressive riders.

A common practice of experienced riders.

39 / 49

When you have your M2, preferably M license, what are the necessary instructions you will give the passengers in case they have to ride with you?

After the motorcycle has started, get on and sit towards the rear end of the motorcycle and cling to the handlebars.

After the motorcycle has started, get on and sit as close to you as possible, and hold your waist firmly.

After the motorcycle has started, get on and sit as close to you as possible, and cling to the handlebars.

After the motorcycle has started, get on and sit towards the rear end of the motorcycle, and hold your waist firmly.

40 / 49

When preparing to drive an unfamiliar motorcycle, it is important to _________.

Check the size of the motorcycle.

Check the brakes first.

Check the style of the motorcycle.

Ensure you have your helmet.

41 / 49

How does cold weather influence the motorcycle’s functioning?

It decreases the pressure of the tires.

It results in the brake fluid freezing.

It reduces the temperature of the engine oil.

It results in the handlebars freezing.

42 / 49

When commencing to drive on a hill, what should a motorcyclist avoid?

One should avoid stalling.

One should keep from rolling backwards.

All of these

43 / 49

Which tire track should you be in when driving a motorcycle in the right curb lane?

You should drive in the centre tire track.

You should not be driving in the curb lane.

You should drive in the right tire track.

You should drive in the left tire track.

44 / 49

Wearing protective clothing helps to _______.

Prevent sunburns on bright summer days.

Protect the motorcyclist from mosquitoes.

Protect the rider from insects.

Minimize and prevent hurt or damage caused by collisions and the impact of debris, wind and rain.

45 / 49

Upshifting or downshifting on a curve __________.

Is better than shifting before the curve

Should only be done if it can be done smoothly

Is the best way to control your speed

Is never an appropriate option

46 / 49

Why is it deemed dangerous to slow down your motorcycle by reducing the throttle or simply downshifting?

The other drivers will not know you are slowing down.

All of these

The brake lights will not turn on, making it dangerous to slow down.

47 / 49

Driving on the paved shoulder on the right side of the road is acceptable if one is _________.

Driving past a vehicle that is turning to the right.

Passing a vehicle that is turning to the left.

Driving in front of a large vehicle.

Experiencing an emergency of some sort.

48 / 49

What should you do in the unlikely event of being chased by a dog?

Continue riding and avoid the dog as it shall be outrun by the motorcycle anyway.

Avoid kicking the dog and maintaining the control and balance of the bike.

All of these

49 / 49

What are the leading factors of motorcycle collisions at intersections?

Not keeping the headlights on all the time.

Neglecting to use both the front and back brakes.

Driving out from a side street or because of another vehicle turning left into the motorcyclist’s way.

Vehicles driving forward at the intersection.

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