Chapter 2: Good Driving Habits (part 1)

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Test Your Driving Knowledge

Are you confident in your driving habits? This quiz will challenge your understanding of crucial driving regulations and safety practices in Canada. Perfect for new drivers and seasoned road warriors alike!

  • Learn about commercial vehicle regulations
  • Understand the importance of driver awareness
  • Explore tips for safe driving in various conditions
15 Questions4 MinutesCreated by DrivingFocus721
In Canada, under the National Safety Code, what is the longest period that driver may operate a commercial vehicle continuously?
13 hours
24 hours
48 hours
6 hours
The greatest number of traffic collisions are caused by drivers not paying attention.
True
False
Which of these actions will help prevent driver fatigue?
Get plenty of sleep before a long trip
Chew gum while driving
Open a window during the trip
Turn up the radio when you feel tired
In Canada, it is a criminal code offense to drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
True
False
Which of the following is not one of the six basic driving conditions?
Driver Condition
Vehicle Condition
Light Condition
Weather Condition
Traffic Condition
Road Condition
Other Driver's Condition
You can increase your risk of collision by driving fast but not by driving slow.
True
False
Driving in caravans is encouraged by law because it helps to break wind resistance of following vehicles.
True
False
To estimate your following distance in a taxi, ambulance, police vehicle, or van how many seconds should the interval be between you and the vehicle in front of you?
10 seconds
5 seconds
20 seconds
3 seconds
How do you determine the proper following distance (interval count) in a semi-trailer, power unit, bus, or truck/trailer?
A 5 second interval count
The length of the vehicle in meters, multiplied by 3 is the interval count
The length of the vehicle in meters, divided by 3 is the count
The vehicle speed divided by 10 is the interval count
Why does a tailgater pose a particularly dangerous risk for commercial drivers?
They are annoying
They often drive directly behind the vehicle and thus are not visible
Their close following distance increases the chance of collision
They are often impatient and impulsive drivers
Where do most hazards occur?
Intersections
Highways
Service roads
Residential streets
The danger zone of any vehicle can be described as:
The area directly behind the vehicle, in which the driver cannot see.
The area directly in front of the vehicle, in which the vehicle cannot stop
The areas beside the vehicle.
Any area on the passenger side of the vehicle.
The danger zone of a vehicle can be reduced by:
Breaking harder
Driving on the highway
Reducing vehicle speed and hovering over the break pedal
Increasing vehicle speed and hovering over the break pedal
When a vehicle's weight and speed are doubled, what is the breaking force required?
8 times the breaking force
6 times the breaking force
20 times the breaking force
50 times the breaking force
Which of the following is the best practice to use when decending a steep grade?
Select the highest gear possible and use engine retarder brakes if equipped.
Select a gear low enough to control the speed and use engine retarder brakes if equipped
Remain in any gear and use truck breaks to slow the vehicle
Remain in any gear but do not increase speed
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