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PCV CPC Case Study 38

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Charlotte, an experienced PCV driver, often faces the challenge of driving different types of buses and coaches under various road conditions. Her priority is to ensure passenger safety and comfort, which involves adapting her driving style to each vehicle's design, carefully navigating turns, and being vigilant about vehicle overhangs and road camber, especially in dense urban areas.

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. For Charlotte, what's the main objective of 'vehicle sympathy' in PCV driving? Give one answer
A Adapting driving to each vehicle type
B Following other vehicles closely
C Maintaining a constant speed
D Reducing fuel consumption
Correct Answer: A Adapting driving to each vehicle type
Explanation: Vehicle sympathy' involves adapting driving to suit each specific PCV type.
2. Why must Charlotte be mindful of her PCV's overhangs? Give one answer
A To determine the seating capacity
B To follow size regulations strictly
C To increase aerodynamic efficiency
D To prevent collisions during manoeuvres
Correct Answer: D To prevent collisions during manoeuvres
Explanation: Awareness of overhangs is crucial to prevent collisions during turns and manoeuvres.
3. How does careful cornering benefit Charlotte's PCV driving? Give one answer
A Easier navigation
B Faster journey times
C Less fuel usage
D Passenger comfort
Correct Answer: D Passenger comfort
Explanation: Careful cornering is essential to maintain passenger comfort in a PCV.
4. When does Charlotte find lane straddling necessary in a PCV? Give one answer
A To allow passengers to alight quickly
B To drive faster in traffic
C To impress other road users
D To safely navigate turns
Correct Answer: D To safely navigate turns
Explanation: Lane straddling helps navigate turns safely, especially with long vehicles.
5. How do air-suspension systems in coaches benefit Charlotte's passengers? Give one answer
A By increasing speed
B By maintaining a level body during turns
C By providing entertainment
D By reducing noise
Correct Answer: B By maintaining a level body during turns
Explanation: Air-suspension systems keep the coach level during turns, enhancing passenger comfort.
6. What safety practice should Charlotte constantly utilize in PCV driving? Give one answer
A Acceleration for quick manoeuvres
B Flashing lights for attention
C Horn to alert other drivers
D Mirrors for all-round observation
Correct Answer: D Mirrors for all-round observation
Explanation: Using mirrors for all-round observation is key for safe PCV driving.
7. In urban areas, how does road camber impact Charlotte's double-decker bus driving? Give one answer
A Decreases the turning radius
B Makes driving smoother
C Reduces fuel consumption
D Requires more clearance for obstacles
Correct Answer: D Requires more clearance for obstacles
Explanation: A steep camber necessitates more clearance for obstacles when driving a double-decker bus.