QUEBEC HEAVY VEHICLE KNOWLEDGE TEST 02

Commercial drivers in Quebec must adhere to strict traffic rules to ensure their safety and that of other road users.

Quebec Commercial Driver Test 02

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If you are planning to downshift from 6th gear to 5th gear, but your vehicle has slowed down dramatically while in neutral, which gear should you shift to?

4th

5th

7th

6th

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If you are finding it difficult to concentrate on the road, maintain a consistent speed and keep your eyes open, you should:

Assess whether it is only a mild case of fatigue and carry on driving

Open the windows to reinvigorate yourself

Pull over as soon as it is safe to do so and take a rest

Allow yourself to take 5-second 'micro-naps' while driving

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Which brake would you use first in the event of a trailer breakaway?

Service brake

Disc brake

Emergency brake

Parking brake

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Which of the following statements about drug use and its effects on driving is true?

Cocaine can help to ward off fatigue

All drugs mimic the effects of alcohol

The effects of taking drugs can vary from one time to another

Only illegal drugs such as cannabis and cocaine can impair your driving

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Which of the following is incorrect with regards to the pre-trip inspection that should be conducted during winter?

Ensure the use of special engine oil for cold weather

Pay special attention to the brake system to ensure it is working

Ensure the air supply reservoir is full

Equip the vehicle with special tires for winter weather

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What determines a vehicle's engine speed?

The gear chosen and the pressure on the accelerator

The speed and the weight of the vehicle

The transmission type and the engine temperature

The gear chosen and the kinetic force of the vehicle

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In what instance might you need to shift back into the same gear or a lower gear when attempting to upshift?

When the vehicle slows down too much during double-clutching

When you have left the vehicle in neutral for too long

When you release the clutch too quickly

When going down a hill and picking up too much speed

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When driving at night, you should adjust your speed such that your stopping distance is:

Less than 50 m

Greater than 50 m

Greater than the range of your headlights

Less than the range of the headlights

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Which is not one of the recommended positions for holding the steering wheel?

9 o'clock and 3 o'clock

8 o'clock and 4 o'clock

11 o'clock and 1 o'clock

10 o'clock and 2 o'clock

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What is one of the effects that speeding has on driving?

The distance required to stop the vehicle increases

The time it takes to react to a potentially dangerous situation decreases

The traction with the road increases

The field of vision of the driver widens

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When driving a vehicle with an automatic transmission and a mechanical gear use model, what is the best gear to use for driving in snow or on steep slopes?

2nd gear

4th gear

3rd gear

1st gear

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What is the recommended maximum cruising speed for a heavy vehicle on the highway?

110 km/h

120 km/h

100 km/h

90 km/h

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What is the usual engine speed range within which most motor vehicles operate efficiently?

1400-2000 rpm

800-1400 rpm

1200-1800 rpm

1600-2200 rpm

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Icy roads lead to reduced:

Visibility

Braking distance

Reaction time

Traction

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What is the unit of measurement indicated by a tachometer?

Revolutions per minute (rpm)

Degrees Celsius (°C)

Kilometres per hour (km/h)

Pounds per square inch (psi)

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At what temperature is black ice most likely to form on the roadway?

2°C

4°C

1°C

10°C

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What is the advantage of the RT model 10-speed gear shift lever?

It eliminates the need to transition to neutral

It eliminates the need to upshift

It eliminates the need to double-clutch

It eliminates the need for frequent gear changes

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What is the major advantage of progressive shifting over other methods?

It protects the engine from damage

It is safer on dangerous road conditions

It gives the driver greater control over the gear shift

It leads to major fuels savings

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When should the driver of a heavy vehicle use the double-clutch technique?

When shifting up and when shifting down

Only when shifting up

Only when shifting in the lowest gears

Only when shifting down

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What is the correct procedure for reducing the effects of glare when driving at night and passing an oncoming vehicle?

Speed up to avoid being blinded for too long by the oncoming vehicle

Look towards the right side of the road when you pass an oncoming vehicle and pull over if necessary

Look towards the centre line when you pass an oncoming vehicle

Turn on your high beams before you pass an oncoming vehicle

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If one of the hydraulic brake circuits is defective or if the engine shuts down and the vehicle stalls, what action will be needed to successfully stop the vehicle?

Gently pump the brake pedal

Press the brake pedal harder

Shift the vehicle to neutral

Apply the service brake and the parking brake at the same time

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Why have air brake systems become more popular than hydraulic brakes for heavy vehicles?

Vehicles with air brake systems are easier to connect to other vehicles and air-driven equipment

Air brakes are more powerful

All of these

Air brakes are more reliable

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What is the cause of 'highway hypnosis'?

Frequent changes in the road environment such as hills and curves

Driving for long periods where the surroundings are monotonous

Over-stimulation from busy highways and heavy oncoming traffic

Excessive noise from the engine or exhaust system of the vehicle

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What is the correct way to notify another driver that their high beams are blinding you?

Honk your horn two or three times

Click your own high beams on and off repeatedly until the driver notices

Click your own high beams on and off a few times

None of these

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When pressing down on the clutch to change gears with a standard transmission vehicle, you should:

Press the clutch pedal all the way down

Ensure the leg pressing on the clutch is completely straight

Change gears as you're releasing the clutch

Avoid releasing the clutch too quickly or too slowly

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What is the difference in technique when downshifting versus upshifting?

With upshifting, you must press down on the accelerator after you release the clutch for the first time

With downshifting, you must press down on the accelerator after you release the clutch for the first time

With upshifting, you must press on the brakes after releasing the clutch for the second time

With downshifting, you must press on the brakes after releasing the clutch for the second time

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To make up for the reduced visual acuity at night, you should:

Drive with the interior light of the cab on

Focus greater attention on the sides of the road

Look beyond the area covered by your headlights

Wear tinted glasses

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What is a strategy for preventing 'visual fatigue' when driving?

Turning on all of the interior lights in the cab

Dimming the dashboard lights

Controlled and conscious blinking

Scanning a greater range around you as you drive

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What is good practice for checking your tires during the summer?

A hot tire will have a higher resistance to cuts and tears

You should keep your tires at a low pressure because the pressure will increase as the tire heats up

You should not let any air out of your tires when they are hot

Check the condition of the tires at least once per hour

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Which of the following is true about drinking and driving as it relates to heavy vehicle operation?

Eating a heavy meal can counteract the effects of drinking and negate the dangers of driving under the influence

A driver who weighs more will likely be able to drive safely above the 0.05 limit because his or her body can absorb more alcohol

The ability to drive will only be affected by alcohol once your blood alcohol level surpasses the 0.05 limit

Heavy vehicle drivers need to comply with stricter rules than regular drivers

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One of the most important regulations is the mandatory use of seat belts, which applies to all passengers in the vehicle. Quebec also has specific regulations governing the speed limits for commercial trucks and buses, with lower speed limits in place when driving in urban areas or near residential areas. Additionally, operators of commercial vehicles must maintain proper distance between vehicles, observe all traffic signals, and avoid driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Failing to comply with these regulations can result in severe penalties, including hefty fines, license suspension or revocation, and possible jail time. Commercial drivers must know these traffic rules to operate their vehicles safely and responsibly.

To begin your career in commercial driving, you must obtain your Quebec Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, or Class 4 Heavy Vehicle Driver Licence.
These online practice tests were developed to help individuals study for their Heavy Vehicle driver’s licence. Our practice testing area is designed to help you learn the information on your actual written knowledge test and familiarize you with the testing format. All testing material is covered in official Quebec’s ‘Driving a Heavy Vehicle‘ manual.