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PCV CPC Case Study 40

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Rachel, a bus driver in a metropolitan area, regularly drives different types of PCVs, each requiring specific handling skills. Her focus is on ensuring the safety and comfort of her passengers through adapted driving techniques, including managing vehicle overhangs in tight spaces, navigating turns with care, and being mindful of the vehicle's response to varying road conditions, especially in congested urban settings.

There are 7 multiple choice questions in this PCV CPC case study. Read this carefully and ensure you fully understand the scenario before starting the test. You need to score 6 out of 7 to pass.

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1. What's the aim of 'vehicle sympathy' in Rachel's PCV operation? Give one answer
A Consistent driving for all vehicle types
B Focusing solely on speed
C Ignoring vehicle design features
D Tailoring driving to the specific vehicle
Correct Answer: D Tailoring driving to the specific vehicle
Explanation: Vehicle sympathy' involves tailoring driving to suit the specific characteristics of each PCV.
2. Why must Rachel, as a PCV driver, be attentive to vehicle overhangs? Give one answer
A For aesthetic purposes
B To determine passenger load
C To monitor fuel efficiency
D To prevent collisions with external objects
Correct Answer: D To prevent collisions with external objects
Explanation: Attention to overhangs is necessary to prevent collisions with external objects during turns.
3. What's a key benefit of Rachel's careful cornering in PCV driving? Give one answer
A Enhancing tyre durability
B Increasing vehicle longevity
C Maintaining passenger comfort
D Reducing travel times
Correct Answer: C Maintaining passenger comfort
Explanation: Careful cornering is essential to maintain passenger comfort in PCVs.
4. When does Rachel find lane straddling helpful in PCV operation? Give one answer
A During high-speed driving
B For quicker bus stops
C To avoid traffic signals
D When making turns with long vehicles
Correct Answer: D When making turns with long vehicles
Explanation: Lane straddling helps in safely making turns with long vehicles.
5. How do modern coaches' levelling systems aid Rachel's passengers? Give one answer
A By enhancing vehicle speed
B By keeping the vehicle level during turns
C By lowering noise levels
D By reducing journey times
Correct Answer: B By keeping the vehicle level during turns
Explanation: Levelling systems keep the vehicle level during turns, improving passenger comfort.
6. What safety measure should Rachel regularly utilize in PCV driving? Give one answer
A High beam lights
B Mirrors for comprehensive observation
C Rapid acceleration and braking
D The vehicle's horn
Correct Answer: B Mirrors for comprehensive observation
Explanation: Regular use of mirrors is crucial for comprehensive observation and safety.
7. How does road camber affect Rachel's double-decker bus driving? Give one answer
A Lowers fuel consumption
B Makes the bus faster
C Reduces braking distance
D Requires more clearance from street furniture
Correct Answer: D Requires more clearance from street furniture
Explanation: Road camber affects clearance from street furniture for double-decker buses.