Take Alberta Class 4 Practice Questions - Alberta Class 4 Commercial Driver's Licence Knowledge Test Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

What is the maximum passenger seating capacity of a vehicle that a Class 4 licence holder is permitted to operate, excluding the driver?

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A10 passengers✓B15 passengers✓C24 passengers✓D36 passengers✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Class 4 commercial driver's licence in Alberta?

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A16 years of age✓B18 years of age✓C21 years of age✓D25 years of age✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Which licence class must you hold as a prerequisite before you can apply for a Class 4 commercial licence in Alberta?

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AA Class 7 learner's licence✓BA Class 5 GDL (Graduated Driver's Licence)✓CA Class 5 non-GDL (non-probationary) licence✓DA Class 3 commercial licence✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

In a commercial passenger vehicle, who is legally responsible for ensuring that a passenger under 16 years of age is wearing a seatbelt?

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AThe passenger's parent or guardian only✓BThe driver of the vehicle✓CThe passenger themselves✓DNo one, as seatbelt rules are voluntary for commercial passengers✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

Under what condition is a taxi driver in Alberta exempt from the requirement to wear a seatbelt?

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AAt all times when driving a taxi✓BOnly when operating a taxi-cab while carrying a passenger for hire✓COnly when driving in residential areas under 50 km/h✓DOnly when performing a pre-trip inspection✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Who is responsible for providing and securing a child safety seat in a licensed taxi in Alberta?

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AThe taxi driver is responsible for providing and securing it✓BThe parent or guardian accompanying the child is responsible✓CThe municipal taxi commission is responsible✓DTaxis are exempt from child safety laws, and children can ride unrestrained without parental responsibility✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

What is the primary purpose of performing a pre-trip vehicle inspection?

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ATo ensure the vehicle is clean for passengers✓BTo detect mechanical defects before they cause a breakdown or collision✓CTo practice basic commercial driving maneuvers✓DTo verify the vehicle's fuel efficiency ratings✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

In Alberta, what must a driver do immediately if they discover a major defect during a vehicle inspection?

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ADrive to the nearest registry agent to report the defect✓BWrite it down and fix it at the end of the shift✓CDo not operate the vehicle until the defect is repaired✓DContinue driving but limit the maximum speed to 50 km/h✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

When backing up a commercial vehicle, why is it highly recommended to back from the driver's side (left side) rather than the passenger's side?

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ABecause the driver has a much clearer view of the rear and side of the vehicle from the left mirror and window✓BBecause vehicles are mechanically designed to turn sharper to the left✓CBecause backing to the right is prohibited by municipal bylaws in Alberta✓DBecause backing to the left requires fewer steering inputs✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

What is the most effective way to manage and prevent driver fatigue on long commercial shifts?

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ADrinking multiple caffeinated energy drinks✓BEnsuring you get adequate, high-quality sleep before your shift and taking scheduled breaks✓CKeeping the vehicle cabin very cold and playing loud music✓DDriving faster to complete the route and finish the shift early✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

When you hear a siren or see flashing lights from an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction, what must you do?

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ASpeed up to stay ahead of the emergency vehicle✓BYield the right-of-way, safely pull over to the nearest curb or edge of the road, and stop✓CMaintain your speed and lane position to avoid disrupting traffic✓DFlash your high beams to signal that you see them✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Under Alberta's 'Slow Down, Move Over' law, what is the maximum speed permitted when passing a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights on a single-lane highway?

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A30 km/h✓B60 km/h✓C80 km/h✓DThe posted speed limit, with no reduction required✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

What standard vehicle equipment must a taxi driver verify is in good working order to comply with safety regulations for passenger transport?

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AThe high-end stereo and audio system✓BThe taximeter, dome light, and all seatbelts✓CThe digital GPS display map settings✓DThe rear-seat DVD entertainment screens✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Which of the following documents must a Class 4 commercial driver keep in their possession at all times while operating a passenger vehicle?

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ATheir birth certificate and passport✓BA valid driver's licence, vehicle registration, and commercial insurance card✓CA copy of the Alberta Commercial Driver's Guide book✓DTheir medical examination invoice receipt✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

What is the first step you should take if your vehicle's engine begins to overheat while carrying passengers?

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ATurn on the air conditioner to maximum to cool the engine compartment✓BPull over safely at the earliest opportunity, turn off the engine, and evacuate the passengers if there is a fire risk✓CIncrease speed to force more air through the radiator grill✓DPour cold water directly over the hot engine block immediately✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When loading passenger baggage or cargo into a taxi, who is responsible for ensuring it does not block the driver's view or interfere with vehicle controls?

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AThe passengers who own the baggage✓BThe taxi driver✓CThe municipal dispatcher who booked the fare✓DNo one, as light passenger baggage is exempt from cargo securement laws✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

In Alberta, how often is a commercial driver legally required to perform a full safety inspection of their vehicle?

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AOnce every week✓BEvery 24 hours of operation✓COnly when the vehicle goes in for an oil change✓DOnce a month✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

In Alberta, a child must be properly secured in an approved child safety seat (car seat) until they reach what minimum weight?

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A9 kg (20 lbs)✓B18 kg (40 lbs)✓C36 kg (80 lbs)✓D50 kg (110 lbs)✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Can a Class 4 licence holder drive a school bus carrying students in Alberta?

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ANo, a Class 1 licence is required to drive any school bus✓BYes, but only if the school bus has a seating capacity of 24 passengers or fewer✓CYes, regardless of the seating capacity of the school bus✓DNo, Class 4 licences strictly prohibit driving school buses of any size✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When loading or unloading passengers in a taxi or small bus, what is the safest position for the vehicle relative to the curb?

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AStop in the middle of the driving lane to keep the vehicle straight✓BPull parallel to the curb, stopping as close to the curb as possible✓CStop diagonally with the rear of the vehicle sticking out into traffic✓DStop on the sidewalk to clear the entire street lane✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

What is the primary definition of 'defensive driving'?

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ADriving slowly in all traffic situations to avoid tickets✓BAnticipating hazards, adjusting to conditions, and driving to prevent collisions despite the actions of others✓CDefending your right-of-way by not letting other vehicles merge in front of you✓DRelying on other drivers to follow all traffic rules and avoid you✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

How does wet pavement from rain affect the stopping distance of your vehicle?

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AIt has no effect on the stopping distance✓BIt decreases the stopping distance because water cools the brakes✓CIt increases the stopping distance because tire traction is reduced✓DIt reduces stopping distance by lubricating the wheel bearings✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

If a passenger in your taxi becomes verbally aggressive or threatening, what is the best initial course of action?

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AArgue back to show authority and maintain control of the vehicle✓BRemain calm, avoid escalating the conflict, pull over safely, and request assistance or ask them to leave✓CLock the doors and drive them directly to a remote area to teach them a lesson✓DPhysically confront the passenger to remove them from the vehicle immediately✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Under what condition is an ambulance driver in Alberta legally permitted to run a red traffic light?

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AWhenever they are on shift and returning to the station✓BOnly when responding to an emergency call, with emergency lights and siren activated, and after stopping or slowing down to ensure it is safe to proceed✓CWhenever they want, as emergency vehicles have absolute priority in all circumstances✓DOnly if they are driving under 30 km/h and flashing their high beams✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

What is the primary function of the amber clearance lights located on the top front of a commercial bus?

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ATo illuminate the road ahead like fog lights✓BTo indicate the height and width of the vehicle to oncoming traffic✓CTo signal to passengers that the bus is full✓DTo replace the high beam headlights in dark areas✓