Class 4
Class 4
2. According to the law in Alberta, it is the driver's responsibility to ensure that all passengers
under what age are properly restrained in the vehicle?
a. 16 years.
c. 18 years.
d. 21 years.
a. Any time there are at least 2 lanes on the road being entered.
5. When transporting frail or weak seniors and those with reduced mobility, a driver should be
aware of their increased risk of ___________
a. anxiety.
b. Pain
c. unsteadiness or falls.
d. Fear
a. Do not drive.
b. Stop and take a walk around your vehicle.
7. When driving at night or when you cannot see 150 meters in front of you, you must turn on
your _______.
a. hazard lights
c. head lights
d. tail lights
8. To minimise risks associated with students getting on and off the bus, a school bus driver
may do the following EXCEPT:
b. check that all traffic has stopped before unloading the bus.
c. check for traffic before you let them cross in front of the bus.
a. Stop at the end of the merge lane until the traffic on the highway is clear.
c. Stop at the beginning of the merge lane until the traffic on the highway is clear.
c. two-way traffic
13. What must a driver of an emergency vehicle do in order to drive past the speed limit?
Commercial Driver's Guide - Page 66
b. Nothing, drivers of emergency vehicles are always exempt from following speed
limits.
14. How often should a Class 4 license driver submit a medical examination report? Commercial
Driver's Guide - Page 9; Driver's Guide - Page 18
a. Every 5 years until the age of 65 and every 2 years after age 65.
c. Every 4 years until age 45, every 5 years between age 45-65 and every 2 years after
age 65.
d. Every 5 years until age 45, every 2 years between age 45-65 and annually after
age 65.
16. __________ can impair your judgment and ability to safely operate a vehicle.
b. Prescription drugs
c. Alcohol
17. At an intersections where stop signs are located at all corners, a driver should ____________
18. What is the best approach when assisting a visually impaired passenger? Commercial Driver's
Guide - Page 72
b. Offer to help and take their right arm for better body balance/support.
c. Offer to help and wait for them to accept before you assist.
19. What should a driver do when unloading a passenger? Commercial Driver's Guide - Chapter
8
a. Use the mirrors to ensure no pedestrian, car or passenger is unsafely close to the
doors before closing or opening.
c. Thank and ask the passenger to provide feedback on your driving skill.
20. When approaching a stopped emergency vehicle that has flashing lights turned on, what
should a driver do?
21. When exiting a two-lane traffic circle, the operator of a vehicle in the inside lane must:
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c. the vehicle on the left of the driver has the right of way.
d. the vehicle to the right of the driver has the right of way.
24. A driver of persons with diasbilities should be aware of the _________ needs and/or limitations
of their passengers to provide the best customer service. Commercial Driver's Guide - Page
72
a. Cognitive
b. Developmental
c. Mobility
25. The holder of a Class 4 driver’s licence may operate a bus with a maximum seating capacity
of:
c. Driver must enter information before starting driving and device must be fixed
on vehicle.
d. Driver may enter information while driving but may not hold the device.
27. Who is responsbile to ensure a passenger with disability is safely secured in the vehicle?
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a. The driver.
b. The disabled passenger's attendant.
c. The passenger.
28. What is a general rule for judging distance in front of you when pushing a person with a
wheelchair? Commercial Driver's Guide - Page 73
29. __________ can impair your judgment and ability to safely operate a vehicle.
a. Stress
b. Mental fatigue
c. Physical fatigue
30. Vehicles must be parked what minimum distance from a marked crosswalk?
31. When required to stop at an intersection that has no marked stop line or a crosswalk, a
driver:
d. must stop at a point in the intersection where the driver can see at least 100 metres
on either side for approaching traffic.
32. Which of the following statements is NOT true about driver fatigue?
b. slow down or increase your speed safely (within approved speed limit) to move away
from the aggressive driver.
c. avoid actions that could put you and your passenger at risk.
34. One of the following is NOT a general rule when transporting a person in a wheelchair:
d. watch for loose handle grips or armrests that are not locked into place.
35. Which statement describes the steps required to reverse a passenger vehicle in a straight
line?
a. Place the left hand at the top of the steering wheel and look over the right
shoulder through the rear window.
b. Keep both hands on the steering wheel and constantly use the inside rear-view
mirror for guidance.
c. Place the left hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and use both outside mirrors.
d. Place the right hand at the top of the steering wheel, look over the left shoulder and
use the outside left rear-view mirror.
36. When an emergency vehicle is being used in response to an emergency, what must the driver
do to be able to go against the usual traffic control requirements?
38.
a. Allow passengers to do what they are comfortable with while you wait for assistance.
b. Get passengers off the bus and guide them to a safe location.
c. Get passengers off the bus but only when it is a above 0°C.
39. When your vehicle is being passed on two lane highway where traffic flows in different
directions, it is good practice to ___________
d. move to the right side of your lane to give the other driver a better view of the
road ahead, if safe.
a. keep the flashing lights activated and turn on the headlights so that the vehicle
is clearly visible to other drivers.
b. turn off siren and flashing lights once parked at the scene of collison.
d. park the vehicle a distance away from the collision, injured person and attendant.
41. When assisting passengers who are hearing impaired to get their attention, what should you
do?
d. Gesture with your hand or touch their arm lightly to get their attention.
42. When does a driver have to take 24 consecutive hours of off-duty time, regardless of cycle?
c. Once a month when the unit goes to the shop for its regular maintenance.
a. overeating.
b. a cold vehicle.
c. Smoking
d. Both A and C.
b. proceed through the funeral procession only when there is sufficient space between
vehicles.
d. Impacts the ability of a driver to safely negotiate curves, lane changes, or maneuver.
b. by slower vehicles.
d. by faster vehicles.
47. _________ allows you to anticipate hazards and maintain a constant speed
a. Defensive driving
b. Driver complacency
c. Driver complacency
d. Momentum
48. Which of the following vehicles requires a daily trip inspection report to be completed?
a. Sing
b. electronic devices.
c. Stand
d. Talk
51. When approaching an intersection with cross traffic, what is a good practice for emergency
vehicle drivers who are responding to an emergency?
52. What should you do if you have a passenger on board, and a police vehicle stops behind
your vehicle?
a. Be quick as you interact with the police officer to save the passenger's time.
b. Stay calm and be prepared to provide your car documents when requestd by
the police officer.
c. Stay calm and step out of your vehicle to avoid distracting the passenger as you
interact with the police.
d. Stop, offer to help the passenger arrange another taxi if to avoid delays.
53. How should passengers board and exit the school bus?
a. Only after receiving permission from the driver, and the vehicle has come to a
complete stop.
d. Only through the exit door located on the right side of the bus.
54. Vehicles are not allowed to drive in the bicycle lanes, except _____________
a. when it is safe to do so and there are no bicycles on the lane.
55. To anticipate possible hazards and take action to reduce danger before it can occur, a driver
carrying passengers should practice _________________
a. aggressive driving.
b. proactive driving.
c. careless driving.
d. cautious driving.
b. Keep your foot off the brake pedal and steer in the direction you want the
vehicle to go.
b. depending on the type of vehicle, ask the passenger what they choose.
c. always transfer the passenger from the scooter to the vehicle seat to minimize safety
risks as required by law.
d. always transfer the scooter to the vehicle without moving the passenger to the
vehicle seat as required by law.
58. When the overhead lights and siren are activated, what is the recommended lane in which to
drive an emergency vehicle on a four-lane highway?
59. _________ is driving with the aim to anticipate possible hazards and take action to reduce
danger before it can occur.
c. Careless driving
d. Proactive driving
61. Is an operator permitted to turn left from a one-way road onto a one-way road at a steady
red traffic control light?
d. must stop before crossing the sidewalk only if there are pedestrians present.
63. When approaching an intersection displaying a flashing yellow traffic control light, the driver:
a. has the right-of-way over all other traffic, but must slow to 30 km/h before entering
the intersection.
b. must come to a complete stop and not proceed until the light stops flashing.
c. may proceed with caution after yielding to pedestrians and other vehicles
lawfully within the intersection.
64. When letting students on or off the school bus, the driver should do all of the following
EXCEPT:
a. activate the warning alternating red lights at all times as it is exempt from
bylaws.
b. activate the warning alternating red lights only if the bylaw allows its use.
65. A driver must develop the following key elements of driving to prepare themselves for the
responsibility and risk of driving: Pg 2 Driver’s Guide
66. What is true about minimum following distance for passenger vehicle?
d. A driver must use good judgement as to how much time may require applying brake.
68. A __________must follow the two second rule when following a passenger vehicle under ideal
conditions? Commercial Guide Pg 91
a. Ambulance
b. school bus
c. passenger vehicle
d. police vehicle
69. What should a taxi driver do before starting a trip if a passenger is offensive?
70. When your vehicle is being passed on two lane highway where traffic flows in different
directions, it is good practice to ___________ Pg 72 Drivers guide
c. move to the right side of your lane to give the other driver a better view of the road
ahead, if safe.
72. In case of vehicle fire, what is the best approach to evacuate passenger from a school bus?
73. What is the best way to decide your route for your passenger?
b. Take the most direct route unless otherwise discussed with passenger.
c. Take the most direct route unless otherwise discussed with passenger.
c. has a flashing yellow light for one direction of traffic and a flashing red light for the
other direction of traffic.
a. two-way traffic.
c. U-turns permitted.
a. make sure passengers are properly secured in the vehicle (both seated passengers
and passengers with wheelchair).
b. drive smoothly, avoiding sudden stops, starts and swerves that may cause passengers
to shift or lose their balance.
c. keep the noise level in the vehicle, including music or radio, to a level comfortable for
your clients.
77. How should a driver of a school bus deal with a badly behaved student?
a. Remove the student from the bus at any place to avoid driving distractions.
b. Remove the student at the nearest safe location and contact the school
administrator.
c. Drop the student off at their normal destination and report student's behaviour
to the school administrator.
78. What vehicles are exempt from the distracted driving law?
c. cameras
d. hand-held communication devices when acting within the scope of their employment
80. Which of the following activity is not allowed under the distracted driving law?
c. Eating a snack.
d. Smoking cigarettes.
82. What steps must the driver take before refueling a school bus? Commercial Driver's Guide -
Pages 59, 86, 90; Driver's Guide - Page 95
b. Ensure that they have the passwords and cards to operate the automatic fuel pump.
c. Ensure that they have the passwords and cards to operate the automatic fuel pump.
d. Ensure that they have the passwords and cards to operate the automatic fuel pump.
83. Punishment for impaired driving under the Criminal Code includes __________ Commercial
Driver's Guide - Chapter 8; Driver's Guide - Page 109
84. As the driver of a passenger with disability, what should you do when meeting a client with a
wheelchair for the first time? Commercial Driver's Guide - Page 72
a. Introduce yourself to the client, review the transportation process, and take the time
to learn their needs.
c. Ask the client to get into the vehicle and assist them to load their wheelchair into the
vehicle if they have one.
d. Help the client into the vehicle safely and ensure a safe seating arrangement.
85. Which statement is true about school bus alternating flashing light?
a. Can be activated at all times to unload and load students as it is exempt from all
bylaw restrictions.
b. Can not be used to load and unload students if a bylaw prohibits its use.
c. Can be used en route by the driver if an emergency occurs on the school bus.
d. Both B & C.
86. When can a driver of a school bus carry passengers above the seating capacity?
d. Never, the school bus driver is not allowed to carry above the legal seating
capacity.
87. If found guilty of impaired driving as a first time offender under the Traffic Safety Act, a driver
shall be disqualified from driving for a period of _________. Commercial Driver's Guide -
Chapter 8; Driver's Guide - Page 109
a. 6 months.
b. 18 months.
c. 1 year.
88. If a bus breaks down in a safe location, what should the driver typically do? Commercial
Driver's Guide - Page 54
c. Evacuate the bus to the side of the road and wait for a replacement bus.
d. Instruct passengers to remain on the bus and watch the situation.
89. To avoid collison, a school bus driver could reverse a school bus next to a school ground if:
Commercial Driver's Guide - Page 55
a. they physically check the area for any obstructions and clearances.
b. Eye strain
c. Using sunglasses
d. Prescription glasses
91. What is a good communication strategy when transporting a person with a disability?
Commercial Driver's Guide - Page 72
a. Tell them what you think is the best approach to transport them based on your
experince.
b. T intersection
93. When exiting or entering a road way at a weave zone, you should____________ Driver's Guide -
Page 74
d. both A & C.
b. uneven pavement
d. detour ahead
95. The recommended braking procedure to bring a vehicle to a normal, smooth stop is:
a. apply brake pressure, ease off slightly just before the vehicle stops, then re-
apply sufficient pressure to stop.
c. shift the vehicle into neutral and apply steady pressure to the brake pedal until the
vehicle comes to a stop.
c. Both A and B.
99. In a vehicle that does not have anti-lock brakes, what does threshold braking refers to?
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a. Pumping the brake pedal repeatedly until the vehicle comes to a stop.
b. Pressing firmly on the brake pedal to the point just before the wheels lock.
c. Applying enough force to the brake pedal to lock the wheels and keep them locked
d. Releasing pressure on the brake pedal, then reapplying pressure until the wheels
lock.
100. Which of the following activity is not allowed under the distracted driving law?
a. Smoking cigarettes.
b. Eating a snack.
a. the licensing authority every 5 years to age 45,then every 2 years until the age of 65,
and annually thereafter.
102. What is a general rule for driving a person with disabilities? Both A and C.
a. Take the time to learn their needs and preferred method of communicating.
b. Always communicate directly with the attendant of the person with the disability.
c. Review the transportation process with the client when meeting them for the first
time.
d. Both A and C.
103. When can a school bus driver leave the bus without turning off the engine?
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a. When the brakes are engaged.
c. When the transmission is in its lowest gear (manual) or park (automatic) position.
d. Never, a driver is not permitted to leave the bus without turning off the engine.
104. The law requires that headlights be turned on when driving at night or when the
driver cannot see clearly for a minimum distance of: Driver's Guide - Page 81
a. 500 metres.
b. 250 metres.
c. 150 metres.
d. 1,000 metres.
105. What should an emergency vehicle driver do after arriving at the scene of the
emergency? Commercial Driver's Guide - Page 67
106. When operating an emergency vehicle with sirens on, which of the following IS a
condition you must consider before exceeding speed limits or driving through stop signs and
traffic signal lights?
a. Vehicle conditions
d. Travel time
107. Drivers can have a limit of ___________ milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood
when operating a commercial vehicle in a commercial capacity.
a. 100
b. 0
c. 80
d. 50
a. never carry an accompanying service animal as it may pose allergy or health risk to
the driver or other passengers.
b. never refuse to carry an accompanying service animal per the Traffic Safety Act.
c. only carry a service animal provided it is safe per the Traffic Safety Act.
d. only carry a service animal if the passenger will be able to restrain the animal during
the trip.
110. What is a general rule for judging distance in front of you when pushing a person
with a wheelchair?