Free Oral Mechanic Test for Bus

QUESTION 1/25

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When driving a heavy vehicle uphill, what is the primary indicator that you should change to a lower gear?

The vehicle starts to accelerate without you pressing the accelerator pedal.

The tachometer reaches approximately 3,000 RPMs.

The engine begins to struggle, and may roar or whine.

The GPS announces you are 'entering the struggle zone'.

QUESTION 2/25

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Why is there an added delay, or 'brake lag', in air brake systems compared to hydraulic systems?

The system deliberately waits to check if the driver is sure about braking.

Because compressed air is heavier than hydraulic fluid and moves more slowly.

Because the brake pedal in a lorry is much further from the wheels.

Because it takes time for the air to travel through the lines and apply the brakes.

QUESTION 3/25

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What is the specific rule regarding the carrying of inflammable liquids on a bus?

It is permitted if stored in a certified, fire-proof container in the luggage hold.

It is not allowed, with the exception of the liquid already in the fuel tank.

It is allowed as long as you drive very, very carefully.

A small quantity for personal use, such as lighter fluid, is permitted.

QUESTION 4/25

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Between which hours is it generally prohibited to use a vehicle's horn within 100 metres of a hospital?

Only when the driver's favourite team has lost a match.

At all times, day and night.

Between 21:00 and 06:00

Between 19:00 and 07:00

QUESTION 5/25

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Which of the following actions related to passenger interaction is explicitly listed as a contravention for a bus driver?

Having a brief conversation with a passenger

Not knowing every passenger's name

Unlawfully refusing to hire a passenger

Failing to greet every passenger boarding the bus

QUESTION 6/25

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Which of the following best describes the concept of inertia?

The force of attraction between the vehicle and the Earth.

The force built up by a vehicle's speed and weight.

The tendency of a physical object to resist any change in its state of motion.

The feeling a driver gets when they've been on the road too long.

QUESTION 7/25

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What is the average car length?

5 metres

3 metres

2 metres

4 metres

QUESTION 8/25

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The regulations state that a driver shall not drive at such a slow speed as to...

allow pedestrians to overtake the vehicle.

impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic.

fall below the minimum posted speed limit.

win a 'slow race' with other drivers.

QUESTION 9/25

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Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) allow you to drive faster and follow other vehicles more closely.

True

False

QUESTION 10/25

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In the term 'S-cam brake', what does the 'S-cam' refer to?

The 'Safety-cam' that locks the brakes in an emergency.

A 'Super-cam' which is a more advanced version of a regular brake cam.

The 'Slippery-cam' that is coated in oil to ensure smooth operation.

The S-shaped camshaft that forces the brake shoes apart against the drum.

QUESTION 11/25

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Should the daily inspection of the air brake system should ONLY be performed by a qualified mechanic?

True

False

QUESTION 12/25

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Brake linings or pads should have a thin layer of grease applied to ensure quiet operation.

True

False

QUESTION 13/25

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What is the purpose of the 'trailer protection valve' (usually a red, octagon-shaped knob)?

To lock the trailer's fifth wheel coupling to prevent theft.

To apply the trailer's service brakes independently of the lorry's brakes.

To provide an independent air supply to the trailer's braking system and to automatically protect it in case of air loss.

To activate a small shield that protects the trailer from meteor strikes.

QUESTION 14/25

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When a vehicle is broken down on a road, at what minimum distance to the rear should the triangular warning sign be placed?

Close enough that you can still admire its reflective qualities.

5 metres

About 50 metres

About 15 metres

QUESTION 15/25

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What could shiny streaks of metal or rust on brake components indicate during a walk-around inspection?

The brakes are brand new and have not been used yet.

The lorry is secretly a transformer and is getting ready to change shape.

There may be rubbing or loose equipment, indicating a potential problem.

The vehicle has been recently polished for a lorry show.

QUESTION 16/25

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A motor vehicle is drawing a trailer. What is the maximum speed limit on a classified 'B' road?

80 km/h

60 km/h

A speed that ensures the trailer doesn't start to get ideas of its own.

40 km/h

QUESTION 17/25

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What is the minimum age for a child to legally occupy the front seat of a vehicle?

10 years and above

12 years and above

When they are tall enough to change the radio station without asking.

There is no minimum age.

QUESTION 18/25

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Which of the following locations is a permissible area for placing an advertisement on the exterior of a bus?

On the roof of the bus, targeting office workers in tall buildings.

On the front windscreen, provided it is made of transparent film.

On the offside and near-side panels below the window level.

Painted directly across the passenger windows for maximum visibility.

QUESTION 19/25

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The governor in an air brake system has a 'cut-in' and 'cut-out' pressure. What does 'cut-out' pressure signify?

The pressure at which the governor stops the compressor from pumping more air.

The pressure at which the parking brake valve will pop out.

The pressure at which the low-pressure warning alarm activates.

The pressure at which the driver is allowed to cut out for their lunch break.

QUESTION 20/25

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The total stopping distance is made up of thinking distance and braking distance. What is 'braking distance'?

The distance the vehicle travels from the moment the driver decides to brake until the brake pedal is pressed.

The total length of the vehicle from front to back.

The distance the vehicle travels from the moment the brakes are applied until it comes to a complete stop.

The distance you can throw a brake pad.

QUESTION 21/25

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Under which specific circumstance is it a contravention for a bus driver to overtake another bus?

On any road with only a single lane in each direction.

When the other bus driver has signalled their intention to move out from a bus-stopping place.

When the other bus is from a competing company.

If the other bus is a newer model.

QUESTION 22/25

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What happens to the braking system if the air compressor belt is broken or loose?

It has no effect on the brakes but may cause the engine to overheat.

It will make a squealing noise that helps to warn pedestrians.

The compressor will not be able to build air pressure, eventually leading to brake failure.

The brakes will work more powerfully due to less engine resistance.

QUESTION 23/25

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What component of the bus exterior is specifically mentioned as needing to be painted white?

The wing mirrors

The front bumper

The rear axle casing

The wheel rims

QUESTION 24/25

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The 'thinking distance' when calculating stopping distance remains the same regardless of vehicle speed.

True

False

QUESTION 25/25

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The Permanent Secretary may establish a temporary speed limit in a work zone. What is the maximum temporary speed limit they can impose?

60 km/h

50 km/h

The speed of the slowest construction vehicle.

40 km/h

Free Oral Mechanic Test for Bus

QUESTION 1/25

When driving a heavy vehicle uphill, what is the primary indicator that you should change to a lower gear?

QUESTION 2/25

Why is there an added delay, or 'brake lag', in air brake systems compared to hydraulic systems?

QUESTION 3/25

What is the specific rule regarding the carrying of inflammable liquids on a bus?

QUESTION 4/25

Between which hours is it generally prohibited to use a vehicle's horn within 100 metres of a hospital?

QUESTION 5/25

Which of the following actions related to passenger interaction is explicitly listed as a contravention for a bus driver?

QUESTION 6/25

Which of the following best describes the concept of inertia?

QUESTION 7/25

What is the average car length?

QUESTION 8/25

The regulations state that a driver shall not drive at such a slow speed as to...

QUESTION 9/25

Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) allow you to drive faster and follow other vehicles more closely.

QUESTION 10/25

In the term 'S-cam brake', what does the 'S-cam' refer to?

QUESTION 11/25

Should the daily inspection of the air brake system should ONLY be performed by a qualified mechanic?

QUESTION 12/25

Brake linings or pads should have a thin layer of grease applied to ensure quiet operation.

QUESTION 13/25

What is the purpose of the 'trailer protection valve' (usually a red, octagon-shaped knob)?

QUESTION 14/25

When a vehicle is broken down on a road, at what minimum distance to the rear should the triangular warning sign be placed?

QUESTION 15/25

What could shiny streaks of metal or rust on brake components indicate during a walk-around inspection?

QUESTION 16/25

A motor vehicle is drawing a trailer. What is the maximum speed limit on a classified 'B' road?

QUESTION 17/25

What is the minimum age for a child to legally occupy the front seat of a vehicle?

QUESTION 18/25

Which of the following locations is a permissible area for placing an advertisement on the exterior of a bus?

QUESTION 19/25

The governor in an air brake system has a 'cut-in' and 'cut-out' pressure. What does 'cut-out' pressure signify?

QUESTION 20/25

The total stopping distance is made up of thinking distance and braking distance. What is 'braking distance'?

QUESTION 21/25

Under which specific circumstance is it a contravention for a bus driver to overtake another bus?

QUESTION 22/25

What happens to the braking system if the air compressor belt is broken or loose?

QUESTION 23/25

What component of the bus exterior is specifically mentioned as needing to be painted white?

QUESTION 24/25

The 'thinking distance' when calculating stopping distance remains the same regardless of vehicle speed.

QUESTION 25/25

The Permanent Secretary may establish a temporary speed limit in a work zone. What is the maximum temporary speed limit they can impose?

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