chapter6 – Armin Driving School

Chapter 6: skills for driving buses, taxis, limousines and ride-hailing vehicles

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1. The floor of your school bus must be washed with a disinfectant solution at least:

Once a year

Once a month

Once a week

Once a day

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2. When refueling a school bus, you must:

Check the oil.

Make sure you are almost out of gas, and then refuel.

Make sure all passengers are off the bus.

Make sure you use specific gas stations.

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3. When pulling away from the curb in a bus, you should:

Ensure the rear of your bus does not swing over the sidewalk.

Check your mirrors and shoulder check.

Ensure your passengers are not moving about.

All the answers are correct

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4. Which of the following is NOT something that the driver should keep in mind before alighting passengers from a school bus?

Ensure that there are least 3m of road available on the left side of the vehicle

Ensure that the vehicle has come to a complete stop

That the vehicle is not stopped at the bottom of a hill

That other drivers will be able to see your bus from at least 60m in either direction

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5. "Public transportation" refers to:

The transportation of groups of people who are not your associates or members of your family.

The transportation of any group of people.

Transportation provided by members of the public.

All the answers are correct

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6. You may refuse to transport a passenger if:

All the answers are correct

He or she is dangerous to others.

He or she is acting in a disorderly manner or being offensive to other patrons.

Your vehicle is already carrying the maximum allowed number of passengers.

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7. if any mechanical inspector or peace officer finds that a school bus is unfit, what happens?

Your vehicle will be towed

You have 48 hours to have the bus fixed

You can't operate that vehicle as a school bus until the defect(s) has been fixed

It must be reported within 72 hours

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8. Passenger directed vehicles that seat more than 12 people must have?

Light up passenger aisles behind the driver

Light up passenger aisles behind the driver between sunset and sunrise

Interior lights that are on between sunset and sunrise

Interior lights that are on all the time

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9. Whenever you exceed the speed limit or drive through stop signals while driving an emergency vehicle, you must consider:

The condition and use of the roadway.

The seriousness of the emergency you are responding to.

All the answers are correct

The amount of traffic that is on, or expected to be on the highway.

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10. Passengers may alight and board a school bus?

Only through the exit door located on the right side of the bus

Only after receiving permission from the driver, and the vehicle has come to a complete stop

By either the front or rear doors

Through the emergency exits

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11. In order to let passengers off your vehicle on the highway, you must:

Leave at least five metres of road on the left side of your vehicle so traffic may pass.

Leave at least fifteen feet of road on the left side of your vehicle so traffic may pass.

Leave at least five feet of road on the left side of your vehicle so traffic may pass.

Leave at least three metres of road on the left side of your vehicle so traffic may pass.

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12. Which one of the following is NOT a restriction that applies when loading or carrying baggage on a bus?

Baggage or cargo must not block or partially block any aisle or exit

Protect all baggage from dust and moisture

It cannot fall on or against any passenger

The baggage belonging to the other driver must be securely fastened to the rear of the bus

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13. Which vehicles must carry warning devices such as flags and flares?

Passenger vehicles that have a seating capacity of more than 10 passengers

Passenger vehicles that have a seating capacity of up to 7 passengers

Passenger vehicles that have a seating capacity of up to 5 passengers

Passenger vehicles that have a seating capacity of more than 25 passengers

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14. Vehicle having seating capacity more than 12 including driver must have:

1 emergency exit door

an emergency exit door or emergency windows

1 emergency exit door and 1 emergency window

1 emergency window

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15. Which of the following is NOT a reason passengers are injured during transit?

Turns too quickly or abruptly

Maintains good space margins while driving

Fails to check on passengers frequently enough while driving

Stops too quickly or abruptly

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16. Bus right-of-way means:

That bus drivers are not responsible for what happens to another vehicle that fails to yield to the bus.

That other drivers should yield to the bus when it signals to move from the curb lane into traffic or to change lanes.

That other drivers should yield to the bus when it signals to move from the curb into traffic in areas where the speed limit is less than 60 km/h.

That bus drivers always have the right-of-way and can pull out from a curb or change lanes anytime

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17. Taxi Drivers can refuse passengers service if?

All the answers are correct

Beating the cab with their fists

They are smoking a cigar

The taxi is already carrying the maximum number of passengers

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18. As the driver of a school bus, you must only let passengers off the bus when:

Other drivers can see your bus from at least 60 metres in either direction.

There are at least three metres of road available on the left side of your vehicle.

All the answers are correct

They are exiting on the right side.

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19. Any defect found on a school bus must be:

Fixed before the vehicle is operated as a school bus again

Fixed within the next two weeks.

Fixed within the week.

Fixed within the month.

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20. In a sedan-type vehicle, how many passengers may be seated on your right side?

Three

Two

None

One

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21. Never transport passengers on a school bus that is:

Horn does not beep

Fog lights not working

Low tire pressure

Defective in any way

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22. When can a driver of a public or commercial passenger vehicle smoke in the vehicle?

When there are no passengers in the vehicle

Never

While the vehicle is moving

When the passenger is smoking in the vehicle

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23. When a school bus has a minor defect the driver is required to:

explain the defect to all passengers and have them fill out consent forms before continuing

cease all passenger transportation until repairs have been made

report the defect and have the carrier make repairs before the end of the week

take the vehicle to a repair shop immediately

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24. Any reports of defects or deficiencies on your school bus must be?

In writing and submitted by the end of the work week

Verbal and pointed out to the owner

Presented to your carrier at the time you find the defect or by the end of the day in written format

Verbal and reported to the owner within 2 days

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25. Which of the following is NOT a reason for passengers to be injured during transportation?

Fails to check on passengers frequently enough while driving

Maintains good space margins while driving

Stops too quickly or abruptly

Turns too quickly or abruptly

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26. In order to take passengers on or let them off your vehicle on the highway, you must park in a place that allows other drivers to see your vehicle from a distance of at least...in front and behind.

50 metres.

40 metres.

85 metres.

30 metres.

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27. Which of the following is NOT a precaution that should be taken when refueling public passenger vehicles?

Keep the nozzle in contact with the filler pipe at all times

Park the bus perpendicular to the fuel pumps

Extinguish all open flames

On-board radios are turned off

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28. When operating an emergency vehicle, which of the following is NOT a condition you must consider before exceeding speed limits or driving through stop signs and traffic signal lights?

The number of vehicles at the intersection

The road conditions and light levels available

The seriousness of the emergency

The amount of traffic or expected traffic

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29. How high must the “SCHOOL BUS” lettering be on a bus?

40 cm

20 cm

10 cm

60 cm

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30. What are the smoking restrictions for drivers of public or limited passenger vehicles?

The driver must not smoke if passengers are in the vehicle

The driver may smoke if he receives permission from the passengers

The driver can never smoke in the vehicle in keeping with current municipal bylaws

The driver may never smoke in the vehicle

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31. You must test the brakes on a school bus:

Weekly

Yearly

Daily

Monthly

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32. Passengers on a school bus are:

Allowed to move from seat to seat.

Required to be seated.

Required to be under twelve years old.

Allowed to stand if they wish.

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33. In addition to the regular outside rear view mirrors, what type of mirror must be installed on cab-over or forward control type school bus?

D. B. and C. are correct

A. Convex mirrors at the bottom of the side mirrors

C. A mirror to give a view of the entrance door to the school bus so that you may observe passengers alighting and boarding the bus

B. A convex mirror at the front of the vehicle so that you can view passengers crossing in front

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34. How old must passengers be before the driver can get their permission to smoke in the vehicle?

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35. Which one of the following is NOT something that you could potentially strike or damage if the rear of your vehicle swings over the sidewalk?

Pedestrians

A cyclist

Light standard

Headlights

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36. How many signs that read “School Bus” must be displayed on a vehicle that is being operated as a school bus?

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37. If your passenger vehicle breaks down and you cannot continue the trip, you should:

Tell your passengers they're out of luck.

Make immediate arrangements to have your passengers transported to their destination with as little delay as possible.

Try to make it to the nearest gas station.

Ask your passengers to assist you in attempting to fix the vehicle.

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38. Ambulance drivers use flashing ....... lights to warn other drivers when it is essential that they get the right-of-way.

Blue

All the answers are correct

Amber

Red

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39. In some municipalities what kind of permit is required before being certified to operate a taxi or a limousine?

Passenger

Chauffeur

Multi-Passenger

Heavy Operators

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40. All illuminated taxi signs must

say TAXI in 6" lettering

have black or white font

meet Motor Vehicle Act specifications for type, colour, and size

be white or yellow

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41. Passengers are permitted to stand on a bus only if?

There are more females than males on the bus

All the seats are full

The passenger transportation licence permits standing passengers and the passengers do not impede the driver’s operation of the vehicle

On any bus that is not a school or highway bus

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42. A"taxi" refers to:

Any motor vehicle which is operated for public transportation.

Any motor vehicle which is available with its driver for hire.

Any motor vehicle with a seating capacity of not more than 10 persons.

A motor vehicle with a seating capacity of not more than 10 persons, and which is available with its driver for hire.

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43. As the operator of any school bus, what may passengers not do while the vehicle is in motion?

Sing

Use electronic devices

Talk

Stand

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44. Passenger vehicles with a capacity of more than 12 occupants must have:

An emergency exit door or windows.

A first aid kit, a spare tire and at least one fire extinguisher.

Warning devices such as flags and flares.

All the answers are correct

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45. Baggage must be stored in the vehicle so that?

It is accessible to passengers

It is not stacked more than 2 high

It is laid flat and secured from movement

It cannot fall on or against any passenger

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46. A"bus" refers to:

A motor vehicle which is operated for hire.

A motor vehicle with a seating capacity of more than 10 persons, including the driver, and which is operated for hire or for public transportation.

A motor vehicle with a seating capacity of no more than 10 persons, including the driver.

A motor vehicle which is operated for public transportation.

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47. When operating an ambulance, when are you permitted to use flashing red lights and sirens?

When you want to get to Tim Horton's quickly for your break.

All the answers are correct

Whenever there is a lot of traffic.

When you are responding to an emergency call or transporting a patient.

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48. Any defect or deficiency that you find on your passenger vehicle must be:

Reported to the carrier you work for in writing, either immediately or at the end of that day.

Fixed immediately.

Ignored-your carrier's mechanics will deal with it.

Mentioned to the carrier you work for.

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49. All illuminated taxi signs must meet Motor Vehicle Act specification for:

Color

Size

All answers are correct

Type

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50. When bus passengers are injured, it is usually because:

C. The driver opens or closes the door too quickly.

B. The driver stops or starts too quickly.

D. B. and C. are correct.

A. They have been fooling around while the bus is moving.

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51. Bus drivers must do the following when passing parked cars:

All the answers are correct

Honk your horn to ensure that other drivers will notice you.

Look for clues, such as front wheels that are turned out or a driver sitting behind the steering wheel, to help you avoid a collision.

Be confident that you have the right of way and that no one will attempt to pull out in front of a bus.

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52. Passengers may store their baggage:

On their laps.

Under the seats.

In overhead racks.

All the answers are correct

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53. When a school bus driver puts on the bus's alternating flashing red lights, other drivers must:

Slow down and pass the school bus cautiously.

Stop if they are approaching the bus from behind.

Stop if they are approaching the bus from the front.

Stop if they are approaching the bus from either direction.

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54. When transporting people with disabilities, you should:

A. Make room for guide dogs.

B. Secure mobility aids, such as wheelchairs and scooters.

C. Speak to the disabled person’s companion or assistant, rather than directly to the disabled person.

D. A. and B. are correct.

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55. If there is a collision between a bus that pulled out in front of traffic displaying the above sign and another vehicle in a 50km/hr speed zone ........... who is responsible?

The motorist that hit the bus

Bus company

Car driver’s insurance company

Bus Driver

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56. Who is responsible for ensuring that the safety equipment is available and in working order?

The carrier

The last person who operated the vehicle

The driver

The owner

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57. School bus must have:

2 fire extinguisher, first aid kit, flares

fire extinguisher, first aid kit, flares & flags

Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, 2 flares & flags

Fire extinguisher, 2 first aid kit, flares & flags

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58. School bus signs must be:

Yellow with black lettering.

Displayed prominently at the front and rear of the bus.

Displayed at the rear either immediately above or below the window.

All the answers are correct

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59. While your vehicle is in motion, you should:

Allow as many people to stand up as wish to do so.

Chat with passengers to make them feel welcome.

Use the time to make change for passengers.

Focus on driving.

Your score is

The average score is 82%