Environmental Issues

Question 1 of 55

You’ll be waiting at a terminus for some time. How can you reduce pollution?

By revving your engine
By switching off your engine
By leaving your engine on tick-over
By keeping your engine at high revs

Question 2 of 55

You’re waiting for some time in a stationary traffic queue. Why should you switch off your engine?

To keep your passengers cool
To save on vehicle air pressure
To reduce exhaust emissions
To reduce radio interference

Question 3 of 55

You’ve been waiting in a traffic queue for several minutes. What should you do if it’s clear that you won’t be moving soon?

Keep your engine at tick-over speed
Rev your engine occasionally
Switch off your engine
Run the engine at a constant higher speed

Question 4 of 55

What effect will continuous use of the air-conditioning system have on fuel consumption?

Increase it by about 15%
Increase it by about 30%
Increase it by about 50%
Increase it by about 75%

Question 5 of 55

When starting your bus, how should air pressure be built up?

With the doors open
With the service brake on
With the engine ticking over
With the engine revving up

Question 6 of 55

What must you check after refuelling your bus?

Your filler caps are securely closed
Your tank is full to the top
The position of the emergency fuel cut-off switch
The low-fuel warning light is working

Question 7 of 55

What would be affected by a vehicle with faulty suspension?

Overhead gantries
Road surfaces
Tyre pressures
Engine performance

Question 8 of 55

What makes the pictured vehicle environmentally friendly?

CD6420

It uses solar power
It uses diesel fuel
It uses electricity
It uses unleaded fuel

Question 9 of 55

Which vehicles are most likely to cause severe damage to road surfaces?

Lorries
Cars
Motorcycles
Bicycles

Question 10 of 55

What does air suspension help to protect?

The fuel system
Tachograph accuracy
Engine emissions
Underground services

Question 11 of 55

How can you help to reduce the impact of road transport on the environment?

By avoiding high gears
By reducing rest periods
By braking in good time
By increasing your overall speed

Question 12 of 55

How can you help to protect the environment?

By driving faster to reduce travelling time
By using bypasses and avoiding town centres
By filling your fuel tank with red diesel fuel
By leaving your engine running in traffic jams

Question 13 of 55

How could a professional driver improve their efficiency?

Keep to maximum speeds for shorter journeys
Plan routes to avoid busy times and congestion
Avoid route-planning because of the time it takes
Drive at a faster speed through hazardous areas

Question 14 of 55

You’ve just refilled your fuel tank. What must you check before driving away from the fuel pump?

That the tank is completely full up to the filler neck
That the filler cap is vented correctly by keeping it loose
That the filler cap is properly closed and secure
That the tank is nearly full and the filler cap is slightly loose

Question 15 of 55

What should you do to prevent fuel spillage?

Stop refuelling when the tank is half full
Use a filtered fuel system
Close and secure the filler cap
Place the drip tray correctly

Question 16 of 55

You’re following a lorry that’s leaking fuel. What should you be especially aware of?

The road may be very slippery
The fuel may splash your vehicle
Your brake linings will become slippery
Your spray reducers won't be effective

Question 17 of 55

Which large vehicles are more likely to damage the road surface?

Vehicles with a mixture of tyre makes
Vehicles with a mixture of re-cut and new tyres
Vehicles with faulty spray-suppression equipment
Vehicles with faulty suspension

Question 18 of 55

How could you save fuel?

By extending the vehicle's service times
By braking as late as you can
By planning routes to avoid congestion
By selecting lower gears

Question 19 of 55

Which fuel provides a reduction in exhaust emissions harmful to human health?

High-sulphur diesel
Red diesel
Low-sulphur diesel
Blue diesel

Question 20 of 55

Which fuel is better for the environment?

Anti-waxing diesel
Low-sulphur diesel
Red diesel
Anti-foaming diesel

Question 21 of 55

What must you do after filling your fuel tanks?

Check your fuel gauge
Check your tachograph
Securely close the filler caps
Complete the fuel log sheets

Question 22 of 55

You’re driving between the hours of 11.30 pm and 7.00 am. When must you switch off your vehicle’s reverse warning bleeper?

Before reversing on a road that has a 30 mph speed limit
Before reversing on a road that has a temporary speed limit
Before reversing on a road that has the national speed limit
Before reversing on a road that has a 40 mph speed limit

Question 23 of 55

What will cause your fuel consumption to increase?

Continuous use of the air suspension
Continuous use of the mirrors
Continuous use of the air conditioning
Continuous use of the electrical retarder

Question 24 of 55

Why are vehicles fitted with air suspension?

To reduce wear to roads
To reduce tyre wear
To improve fuel consumption
To help the driver stay awake

Question 25 of 55

You’re driving in a built-up area. Your vehicle is fitted with an audible warning device that sounds when it’s reversing. When must you turn off this alarm?

Between midnight and 6.30 am
Between 11.30 pm and 6.30 am
Between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am
Between 12.30 am and 7.00 am

Question 26 of 55

What are the consequences of driving your vehicle when it’s emitting excessive exhaust smoke?

Its fuel consumption will improve
Your vision ahead will be reduced
The brakes will fade more easily
You'll be breaking the law

Question 27 of 55

What does ‘road-friendly’ suspension help to reduce?

Damage to level crossings
Damage to river banks
Damage to the road surface
Damage to overhead cables

Question 28 of 55

How can you help to ease traffic congestion?

Plan journeys to avoid busy times
Plan journeys to avoid quiet times
Use motorways for all journeys
Avoid motorways altogether

Question 29 of 55

You’ve parked for a short time in a town while you plan your route. What should you do while your vehicle is parked?

Keep the engine running on tick-over
Rev the engine occasionally to maintain air pressure
Hold the engine at a fast tick-over to maintain air pressure
Switch off the engine

Question 30 of 55

What can cause unnecessary pollution to the environment?

High-level exhaust systems
Regular servicing
Weak radiator coolant
Poorly maintained vehicles

Question 31 of 55

Diesel fuel has been spilled on the road. Which road users will this be a particular danger for?

Lorry drivers
Motorcyclists
Horse riders
Car drivers

Question 32 of 55

You’re driving in a built-up area between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am. For what reason can you sound the vehicle’s horn?

To greet a friend
To get another driver to move out of your way
To let another road user know you're giving way
To warn another road user who poses a danger

Question 33 of 55

Spilled diesel makes the road very slippery. Which vehicles will be most at risk from this hazard?

Motorcycles
Tractors
Buses
Lorries

Question 34 of 55

What should you do if you’ve lost the filler cap for your diesel tank?

Get a replacement before driving
Push a rag into the filler pipe
Drive slowly back to your depot
Only fill the tank half-full

Question 35 of 55

Before starting a journey, it’s wise to plan ahead. What would you do to help plan your route?

Look at a map
Contact your local garage
Look in your vehicle service record
Check your vehicle registration document

Question 36 of 55

Where can you get help to plan your route before starting a journey?

Your local filling station
A motoring organisation
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Your vehicle manufacturer

Question 37 of 55

How can you plan your route before starting a long journey?

Check your vehicle’s workshop manual
Ask your local garage
Use a route planner on the internet
Consult your travel agents

Question 38 of 55

How can you plan your route before setting out?

Look in a motoring magazine
Only visit places you know
Try to travel at busy times
Print or write down the route

Question 39 of 55

Why is it a good idea to plan your journey to avoid travelling at busy times?

Your vehicle will use more fuel
There'll be fewer roadworks
It will help to ease congestion
You'll travel a much shorter distance

Question 40 of 55

What’s likely to happen if you avoid travelling during peak times?

You're more likely to be held up
Your journey time is likely to be longer
You'll travel a much shorter distance
You're less likely to be delayed

Question 41 of 55

Planning your route before starting a journey is a good idea. Why should you also plan an alternative route?

Your original route may be blocked
Your maps may have different scales
It may be more scenic
You may get held up by a tractor

Question 42 of 55

What will happen if you drive smoothly?

You'll reduce journey times by about 15%
You'll increase fuel consumption by about 15%
You'll reduce fuel consumption by about 15%
You'll increase journey times by about 15%

Question 43 of 55

Which driving technique can save you fuel?

Using lower gears as often as possible
Accelerating sharply in each gear
Using each gear in turn
Missing out some gears

Question 44 of 55

Usually, a rev counter is divided into coloured bands. Which band should you stay in for maximum fuel economy?

Blue
Green
Amber
Red

Question 45 of 55

What would be the most likely effect of driving with the rev counter in the red band?

You would have optimum fuel economy
You would improve engine efficiency
You would damage the engine
You would create a false tachograph reading

Question 46 of 55

What can be expected after drivers complete a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC)?

Increased vehicle breakdowns
Increased fuel consumption
Reduced traffic volume
Reduced engine emissions

Question 47 of 55

Why do energy-saving tyres contribute to better fuel economy?

They have a reduced rolling resistance
They're much easier to manufacture
They allow you to travel at higher speeds
They allow heat to disperse more quickly

Question 48 of 55

Your vehicle is fitted with an engine management system. What will happen if you press the accelerator when you’re starting the engine?

An excessive amount of fuel will be used
There'll be an excessive build-up of air pressure
Exhaust emissions will be reduced
Oil consumption will be reduced

Question 49 of 55

What benefit is expected to come from having a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC) qualification?

A reduction in fuel consumption
An exemption from tachograph regulations
A reduction in vehicle tax
An exemption from all congestion charges

Question 50 of 55

You’ve been stopped at a roadside check.
What would staff from the environmental health department be checking?

Licence entitlement
Exhaust emissions
Tachograph changes
Illegal immigrants

Question 51 of 55

What helps you to become an ecosafe driver?

Being aware of hazards
Avoiding block changing
Accelerating rapidly
Using air conditioning

Question 52 of 55

What can help to maximise fuel economy?

Cruise control
Air suspension
Re-grooved tyres
Diff-lock

Question 53 of 55

What will cause a noticeable increase in your vehicle’s fuel consumption?

Using electric windows
Using a manual sunroof
Using air conditioning
Using the endurance brake

Question 54 of 55

What will cause a noticeable increase in your vehicle’s fuel consumption?

Using electric windows
Using a manual sunroof
Using air conditioning
Using the endurance brake

Question 55 of 55

Which ancillary equipment will cause the greatest increase in fuel consumption?

Air suspension
Air brakes
Air bags
Air conditioning

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