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PCV CPC Case Study 41

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Olivia, a coach driver, frequently operates a range of PCVs through different cityscapes and rural areas. Her challenge is to adapt her driving to each vehicle's handling and size, focusing on passenger safety and comfort. This includes careful management of vehicle overhangs, appropriate speed and lane positioning during turns, and heightened awareness of road camber, especially when driving larger, double-decker buses.

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 does 'vehicle sympathy' involve for Olivia as a PCV driver? Give one answer
A Adapting driving to the vehicle's design
B Avoiding busy routes
C Driving the same way for all vehicles
D Prioritising time efficiency
Correct Answer: A Adapting driving to the vehicle's design
Explanation: Vehicle sympathy' means adjusting one's driving to match each PCV's design and handling.
2. Why is Olivia mindful of overhangs while driving a PCV? Give one answer
A For fuel efficiency
B To attract passengers
C To maintain speed
D To prevent collisions during turns
Correct Answer: D To prevent collisions during turns
Explanation: Being mindful of overhangs helps prevent collisions with objects during turns.
3. What benefit does Olivia gain from careful cornering in her PCV driving? Give one answer
A Ensures passenger comfort
B Improves tyre wear
C Minimises fuel use
D Reduces journey duration
Correct Answer: A Ensures passenger comfort
Explanation: Careful cornering in a PCV is crucial for ensuring passenger comfort.
4. When is it suitable for Olivia to straddle lanes in a PCV? Give one answer
A During turns with long vehicles
B On narrow roads
C To bypass slow-moving traffic
D When approaching bus stops
Correct Answer: A During turns with long vehicles
Explanation: Straddling lanes is appropriate during turns with long vehicles to avoid mounting kerbs.
5. What advantage do air-suspension systems in coaches offer Olivia? Give one answer
A Enhance fuel economy
B Increase vehicle speed
C Maintain a level ride during turns
D Reduce travel time
Correct Answer: C Maintain a level ride during turns
Explanation: Air-suspension systems maintain a level ride, particularly during turns, for passenger comfort.
6. What constant practice should Olivia maintain as a PCV driver? Give one answer
A Avoiding night driving
B Driving at consistent speeds
C Relying solely on GPS navigation
D Using mirrors for full visibility
Correct Answer: D Using mirrors for full visibility
Explanation: Constant use of mirrors is essential for full visibility and safety in PCV driving.
7. How does road camber impact Olivia's driving of a double-decker bus? Give one answer
A Enhances passenger enjoyment
B Increases manoeuvrability
C Necessitates extra space around obstacles
D Reduces vehicle maintenance
Correct Answer: C Necessitates extra space around obstacles
Explanation: A steep road camber requires extra space around obstacles for double-decker buses.