Heavy Vehicle Theory Test 01

This online RTA heavy vehicle theory test questions and answers, with multiple choice questions, is intended to help you prepare for the RTA written theory test that is required before you can get your truck or bus driver’s license. It is all FREE!

Which of these foods is best to eat when on a long trip to avoid fatigue?

Fresh fruit and vegetables

Potatoes

Pasta

Bread

Question 1 of 25

Why do heavy vehicles need more judgment and driving skill than others?

Because they accelerate and decelerate more slowly

Because they make longer journeys

Because they are commercial

Because they are driven for longer

Question 2 of 25

You should check all your controls with…?

The engine running

Any of these

The vehicle moving

The engine off

Question 3 of 25

All fluids should be kept topped up…?

To any of these

To halfway

To the maximum

To the minimum

Question 4 of 25

So you can pass safely under bridges, it’s vital that you know your…?

Wheel size

Tire pressure

Cabin height

Load height

Question 5 of 25

Which of these drugs can overcome feelings of tiredness?

None of them

Alcohol

Cocaine

Amphetamines

Question 6 of 25

Which of these may indicate a loose wheel nut?

All of these

Oil

Grease

Rust streaks

Question 7 of 25

loading gate or headboard is found where?

In the middle of the trailer

At the back end of the trailer

At the front end of the trailer

At the back end of the power unit

Question 8 of 25

You should take care when taking medication…?

Prescribed by your doctor

Sold over-the-counter in a general store

Any of these

Sold by your pharmacist

Question 9 of 25

It’s vital that your load is…?

Paid for

Signed for

Unbreakable

Secure

Question 10 of 25

You must inspect your heavy vehicle…?

At the beginning of each trip

Every day that you use it

Once a month

Once a week

Question 11 of 25

In what way can alcohol make you a better driver?

It can relax you

It can keep you awake

It can make you more confident

It can't

Question 12 of 25

The Gross Vehicle Mass represents…?

The weight of the power unit and trailer

The weight of the trailer and cargo

The weight of the cargo and power unit

The weight of the power unit, trailer and cargo

Question 13 of 25

Why should you make sure your cabin is clear of all rubbish?

To look professional

For safety

In case the police stop you

For the next driver

Question 14 of 25

An air brake system should not lose more than how much pressure between stops?

50 kpa

60 kpa

70 kpa

80 kpa

Question 15 of 25

If your vehicle is tilting, it could be caused by…?

Any of these

Flat tire

Poor loading

Suspension failure

Question 16 of 25

If you have to change a wheel, your priority should be…?

To do it as quickly as possible

To do it as cheaply as possible

To stay close to the road

To minimize hazards

Question 17 of 25

On a airbrake vehicle, how can you tell if the air intake filter is blocked?

Warning light on the dashboard

Brakes feel sluggish

Oil coming from the air tank taps

Brakes not working at all

Question 18 of 25

You are driving an 18 wheeler truck, how many tires can be worn or faulty for the vehicle still to be safe?

Four

Two

None

Six

Question 19 of 25

You should check your external lights are working by…?

Looking for warning lights on the dashboard

Getting out and looking at them

Looking for reflections in the nearest object

Looking at the on lights on the dashboard

Question 20 of 25

When lifting heavy objects, you should have…?

Straight knees, bent back

Bent back, bent knees

Straight back, bent knees

Any of these

Question 21 of 25

The low air pressure warning gauge should reach full pressure after…?

Five minutes

Three minutes

Two minutes

Four minutes

Question 22 of 25

When your vehicle is parked on the right-hand side of the road, you should approach it from…?

The rear

Any of these

The right-hand side

The front

Question 23 of 25

You should measure tire pressure in each wheel by…?

Kicking the tire

Using a pressure gauge

Squeezing the tire

Inspecting visually

Question 24 of 25

You should adjust your seat so that when the clutch pedal is floored, your leg bends at…?

25 – 30°

15 – 20°

5 – 10°

40 – 45°

Question 25 of 25

Heavy Vehicle Theory Test 01

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