Nova Scotia Commercial Drivers License Class 3 Practice Test 1

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Nova Scotia Class 3 Practice Test 1

A 20 question practice test to help prepare you for the Class 3 knowledge test in Nova Scotia

1 / 20

Where are the vehicles air tanks located?

Inside the wheel

In the engine compartment

Underneath around the frame

In the cab of the vehicle

2 / 20

If you see an open truck inspection station which driving your truck, you must?

Stop at the inspection stations for an inspection

Only stop if you have not been inspected recently

Decide whether or not you want to stop

Wait for an inspector to direct you into the station

3 / 20

As an operator you are required to have vehicles and trailers inspected how often?

Semi-annually

Weekly

Monthly

Annually

4 / 20

A circle check is?

A daily check of your vehicles roadworthiness

Drawing circles to prove you are not tired

Testing your brakes while driving in a circle

A visual check for cosmetic damage

5 / 20

What does this orange sign mean?

Left turn only

Right turn only

Follow the direction of the flashing sign

Do not turn left

6 / 20

In your daily log, you must record what?

Your name

Which cycle you are on

The dates

All of these

7 / 20

What does this yellow diamond sign mean?

Road construction ahead

Divided highway ends

Divided highway begins

Narrow bridge ahead

8 / 20

What does this sign mean?

Free parking available

Park in the area between the signs

Restricted parking available

Do not park in the area between the signs

9 / 20

What does this red sign mean?

Stop only if other vehicles approaching

Stop up ahead

Come to a complete stop

Rolling stop

10 / 20

Drivers need to perform a vehicle inspection every ________.

Month

24 hours

Week

72 hours

11 / 20

Most air brake systems will use automatic valves to?

Reduce pressure at the front wheels

Increase pressure at the back wheels

Reduce pressure at the back wheels

Increase pressure at the front wheels

12 / 20

Why is it important to know where your air system releases air pressure from?

So you're not suprised

Because it can be dangerous

In case anyone ever asks

Because you should know your truck

13 / 20

Don't use the differential lock when __________?

Carrying a load

The wheels are different

The vehicle is stopped

The wheels are spinning

14 / 20

What is the best way to dry out your brakes after driving through water?

Lower speed and pump the brakes

Apply slight pressure to the brakes for a while

Hit your brakes aggressively to heat up the pads

Stop the vehicle and wipe them down with your towel

15 / 20

When going down hills you should?

Pick up speed

Wear your seatbelt

Shift into a higher gear

Shift into a lower gear

16 / 20

Which tank should be drained first when draining the air tanks on an air brake system?

The first air tank

The second air tank

The supply tank

The last air tank

17 / 20

Which party is responsible for ensuring correct and compliant weight of a shipment?

Drivers only

Drivers and shippers

Drivers, operators, and shippers

Drivers and operators

18 / 20

What does this sign mean?

Share the road with cyclists

Share the road with pedestrians

Share the road with other drivers

All of these

19 / 20

Which can contaminate a brake systems air lines?

Dirt

Water and salt

Grease and oil

Dust

20 / 20

Manufactures recommend draining moisture and oil in an air system on a _______ basis.

Weekly

Quarterly

Daily

Monthly

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Many of the answers to the questions can be found in the driver hand books or learning materials your province provides.

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