Take SGI Class 1 Practice Questions - Saskatchewan Class 1 Commercial Driver Licence Written Exam Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Class 1 commercial driver's licence in Saskatchewan?

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A16 years old✓B18 years old✓C21 years old✓D25 years old✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Which of the following vehicles requires a Class 1 licence to operate in Saskatchewan?

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AAny power unit and semi-trailer combination✓BA standard two-axle passenger bus✓CA two-axle delivery truck weighing over 5,000 kg✓DA motorcycle✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for commercial drivers operating a Class 1 vehicle in Saskatchewan?

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A0.08%✓B0.05%✓C0.00%✓D0.02%✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Which component of the air brake system is responsible for storing pressurized air?

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AThe air compressor✓BThe brake chambers✓CThe air reservoirs (tanks)✓DThe governor✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

What colour is the trailer supply valve on the tractor dashboard?

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ARed octagon✓BYellow diamond✓CBlue circle✓DGreen square✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

According to Saskatchewan cargo securement rules, what is the minimum number of tiedowns required for an article of cargo that is 1.5 metres or less in length and weighs 228 kg?

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AOne tiedown✓BTwo tiedowns✓CThree tiedowns✓DFour tiedowns✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Which of the following is considered a 'minor defect' during a commercial vehicle pre-trip inspection?

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AA flat tire✓BA leaking wheel hub oil seal✓CA broken leaf spring that allows the axle to shift✓DAn inoperative horn✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When backing a tractor-trailer, which direction is it generally safest and easiest to turn the trailer?

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AToward the passenger side (blind-side backing)✓BToward the driver's side (sight-side backing)✓CStraight back without turning✓DAlternating directions continuously✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

What does a flashing green light (or flashing green left-turn arrow) at an intersection in Saskatchewan indicate?

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AYou have a protected left turn - oncoming traffic is stopped, so left-turning drivers may proceed✓BPedestrians have the right of way to cross in every direction at once✓CEmergency vehicles are approaching the intersection✓DThe signal is defective and must be treated as a four-way stop✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

What is 'off-tracking' (also known as cheat) when referring to a turning commercial vehicle?

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AThe front wheels sliding on wet pavement✓BThe path of the rear wheels being different from the path of the front wheels✓CThe trailer tipping over during a sharp turn✓DThe engine losing traction when pulling a hill✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Under Saskatchewan Hours of Service regulations, what is the maximum amount of driving time allowed in a single day?

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A13 hours✓B15 hours✓C10 hours✓D8 hours✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

What must a Class 1 driver do before coupling a tractor to a semi-trailer?

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ACheck that the trailer's landing gear is fully raised✓BEnsure the trailer wheels are securely blocked (chocked)✓CRelease the tractor parking brakes✓DUncouple the air lines✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Which of the following is the most important factor in preventing cargo from shifting during transport?

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ADriving at a very low speed at all times✓BUsing appropriate cargo securement devices that are in good condition✓CPlacing all heavy cargo at the very front of the trailer✓DOnly hauling cargo during clear weather conditions✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

How often must a commercial truck driver inspect their vehicle's cargo securement devices during a trip?

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AOnly at the end of the trip✓BEvery 500 kilometres✓CWithin the first 80 km of starting the trip, and then at regular intervals (such as when the driver makes a duty status change)✓DOnce a week✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

What is the primary function of the tractor fifth wheel coupling device?

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ATo connect the tractor's steering system to the trailer's axles✓BTo secure the trailer to the tractor while allowing articulation✓CTo adjust the height of the semi-trailer's landing gear✓DTo supply electrical power to the trailer tail lights✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Which gauge on the dashboard indicates if the air compressor is working correctly and charging the system?

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AThe odometer✓BThe tachometer✓CThe air pressure gauges✓DThe oil temperature gauge✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

What colour and shape is the tractor parking brake control knob on the dashboard?

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AYellow diamond✓BRed octagon✓CBlue circle✓DGreen square✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

What is the purpose of the 'spring brakes' in an air brake system?

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ATo act as parking brakes and emergency brakes if air pressure is lost✓BTo absorb road shocks from potholes✓CTo cool down the brake drums during heavy braking✓DTo speed up brake application time✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

In Saskatchewan, when is a commercial driver required to carry their logbook?

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AOnly when driving outside of Canada✓BAt all times when operating a commercial vehicle subject to hours of service regulations✓COnly when carrying hazardous cargo✓DOnly when requested by their employer✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

What is the danger of letting the trailer wheels hit the curb during a right turn?

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AIt can damage the tires, wheels, and suspension components✓BIt will cause the engine to stall✓CIt forces the front steering axle to lock up✓DIt automatically engages the emergency spring brakes✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

What is the minimum legal tread depth for steering tires on a commercial vehicle in Saskatchewan?

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A1.6 millimetres✓B3.2 millimetres✓C4.8 millimetres✓D0.8 millimetres✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When driving a Class 1 vehicle on a two-lane highway, how far ahead should you visually scan?

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A3 to 5 seconds✓B12 to 15 seconds✓C1 to 2 seconds✓D30 to 45 seconds✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

If your commercial vehicle develops a major defect during a trip, what should you do?

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AContinue to the next major terminal before reporting it✓BStop driving the vehicle immediately, record the defect, and have it repaired before proceeding✓CWait until the weekly maintenance schedule to report it✓DIgnore it if the vehicle seems to handle normally✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

What is the purpose of the 'logbook' or Hours of Service regulations?

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ATo calculate driver payroll taxes✓BTo prevent driver fatigue and reduce commercial vehicle crashes✓CTo track fuel economy and tire wear✓DTo keep a record of all cargo customers✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

What type of coupling mechanism is used to connect a tractor to a semi-trailer?

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APintle hook and drawbar✓BBall and socket coupler✓CFifth wheel and kingpin✓DClevis pin and cotter pin✓