Take Alberta Commercial Driver Practice Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

Which of the following loads require a special permit?

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AStandard loads✓BOversized or overweight loads✓CEmpty loads✓DNormal vehicle loads✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

What should a bus driver do if a passenger requests help while boarding?

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AIgnore the request✓BHelp only if it delays the schedule✓CAlways assist and communicate with the passenger✓DWait for other passengers to board first✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

What effect does centrifugal force have on a vehicle while entering a curve?

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AIt slows the vehicle down✓BIt causes the vehicle to tip over✓CIt pushes the vehicle to the outside of the curve✓DIt pulls the vehicle towards the inside of the curve✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

What is a key strategy for commercial drivers to minimize collision risks with wildlife?

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ADriving during daylight hours only✓BStaying alert and aware of surroundings✓CUsing a GPS system for navigation✓DIncreasing speed in wildlife zones✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

What can impair a driver's reaction time during driving?

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AOnly alcohol consumption✓BFatigue, distractions, and medications✓CHeavy traffic conditions✓DWeather conditions✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Which measure can reduce the risk of rollovers in large vehicles?

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AIncreased speed on turns✓BProper distribution of cargo weight✓CDriving with a heavy load at all times✓DFrequent lane changes✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

How can reducing driving speed impact wildlife collision risk?

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AIt may cause animals to move onto the road faster✓BIt gives drivers more time to react to animals on the road✓CIt causes traffic congestion✓DIt has no significant effect✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

To reduce the risk of fire when fueling a vehicle, what is a recommended practice?

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AFill the tank quickly to minimize time spent✓BTouch the fuel hose nozzle against the filler pipe✓CKeep the engine running for efficiency✓DLeave the vehicle unattended while fueling✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

To effectively minimize wildlife encounters, how should commercial drivers adjust their driving behaviors?

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ABy maintaining a consistent speed at all times✓BBy eliminating the use of headlights at night✓CBy adapting speed and attention according to the environment✓DBy following other vehicles closely✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Which behavior is acceptable when approaching a school zone as a commercial driver?

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ASpeeding through if no children are visible✓BMaintaining a normal speed limit✓CReducing speed and staying alert✓DPassing without stopping✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Which of the following actions should be avoided to minimize wildlife collisions?

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AWatching for signs of wildlife✓BDriving at excessive speeds in wildlife zones✓CUsing caution during dusk and dawn✓DReducing speed in wildlife areas✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Which of the following is NOT a sign of driver fatigue?

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AFeeling drowsy✓BDaydreaming✓CSudden bursts of energy✓DAccidentally drifting into other lanes✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

How do you properly secure a heavy load in a commercial vehicle?

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ABy using ropes only✓BBy using chains exclusively✓CBy using appropriate tie-downs and ensuring even weight distribution✓DBy relying on the vehicle's weight alone✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

What motion should you use when operating a fire extinguisher?

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ASqueeze and hold✓BSweep the extinguisher from side-to-side✓CPoint directly at the fire✓DLift and throw it✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

When parking a school bus downhill (on the right-hand side of the road), which of the following should you not do?

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ALeave the vehicle in neutral if it has a manual transmission✓BTurn the wheels toward the curb✓CSet the parking brake✓DActivate emergency flashers✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

In terms of driver preparedness, what should be prioritized before using a commercial vehicle?

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AChecking for tire pressure✓BReviewing weather conditions✓CGetting adequate rest the night before✓DEnsuring proper cargo space✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

What is a common warning sign of driver fatigue?

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AIncreased speed✓BHeavy eyelids✓CDaydreaming and disconnected thoughts✓DFrequent lane changes✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

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

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AHolder of a Class 2 operator's licence✓BHolder of a Class 3 operator's licence✓CHolder of a Class 1 operator's licence✓DHolder of a Class 4 operator's licence✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

According to Alberta Hours of Service legislation, under which of the following conditions would a driver not be allowed to drive?

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AIf he/she has already been on-duty for 15 hours✓BIf the vehicle is overweight✓CIf there is a lack of a safety plan✓DIf the weather conditions are poor✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Which of the following statements about braking force is false?

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Avehicle weighing 4000kg and travelling at 50kph will require the same braking force as a vehicle weighing 2000kg and travelling at 100kph✓BIf the speed of a vehicle is doubled, the braking force must be quadrupled✓CBraking distance increases with the increase in weight✓DBraking force is equal to the weight of the vehicle multiplied by the deceleration✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

What are the consequences for failing a commercial driving test?

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AThe driver can take the test again immediately✓BThe driver must wait a specified period before re-testing✓CThe driver will be permanently disqualified✓DThe driver has to retake the entire course✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Which of the following is not classified as dangerous goods?

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AFlammable liquids✓BToxic substances✓CBiohazardous substances✓DExplosive materials✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

If you are operating an ambulance during an emergency, you could use the red flashing overhead lights and not the siren when:

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AIt is not required by law✓BIn rural areas✓CNever. You are required by law to always use the siren during an emergency✓DWhen traffic is light✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

What does it mean to have "hazardous materials" in a vehicle?

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ATransporting goods that are flammable, toxic, or otherwise dangerous✓BCarrying food items that require temperature control✓CTransporting standard commercial goods✓DCarrying non-perishable household items✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

To safely complete a left turn in a large vehicle, it is recommended that you:

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AEnsure the vehicle off-tracks without crossing the center line✓BMake the turn as quickly as possible✓COnly signal once you start turning✓DStay in the right lane throughout the turn✓