Questions and CORRECT Answers
Signs of Wildlife? - CORRECT ANSWER - Unusual spots of light, Animal Crossing Sign,
One Animal usually leads to more, Vegetation growth
What is the stopping power for a vehicle x2 the weight? - CORRECT ANSWER - x2 The
stopping power
What is the stopping power for a vehicle x2 the speed? - CORRECT ANSWER - x4 the
stopping power
What is the stopping power when a vehicles weight & speed is doubled? - CORRECT
ANSWER - x8 the stopping power
If your trailer whips or swerves, what do you do? - CORRECT ANSWER - Slow down
and stop ASAP. Check your load.
How much approximate weight should be distributed between the trailer axle and drive axle of
the tractor? - CORRECT ANSWER - 45% and 10% on the steering axle
What is an engine retarder? - CORRECT ANSWER - An Engine Brake
What is the proper procedure to stop on an icy road? - CORRECT ANSWER - Apply
extremely light pressure on the brake to control your speed.
When do you use an engine retarder? - CORRECT ANSWER - In a low gear, on a
downgrade.
, In ideal driving conditions how many seconds following distance do you keep? - CORRECT
ANSWER - 5 seconds
How many meters should you leave between you and other commercial vehicles on the
highway? - CORRECT ANSWER - 60m (200ft)
What is the Danger zone? - CORRECT ANSWER - The zone where it is physically
impossible to stop the vehicle in time to avoid a collision
What provides poor traction? - CORRECT ANSWER - Tires that are in poor condition
Convex Mirrors - CORRECT ANSWER - Make things look smaller and father away than
they actually are
Double-clutching - CORRECT ANSWER - Depressing the clutch pedal twice in the
process of shifting gears
Spring brakes - CORRECT ANSWER - Spring brakes are only effective when correctly
adjusted
What is the maximum lane/alley speed, unless otherwise posted? - CORRECT ANSWER -
20km/h
When turning from an alley/lane onto a highway, when do you stop your vehicle? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Stop before the sidewalk
How far do you stop from a railway crossing? - CORRECT ANSWER - 5 to 15m
What vehicles are required to stop at an UNCONTROLLED railway crossing? - CORRECT
ANSWER - School buses carrying children, Buses with passengers, vehicles with
dangerous goods