Ontario MTO Truck Knowledge Practice Test

Drivers must operate in a cycle. What are the two cycles available to drivers?

1. A twelve or twenty-four hour cycle

2. A seven or fourteen day cycle

3. A monthly or quarterly cycle

4. A weekday or weekend cycle

The correct answer is: A seven or fourteen day cycle

The correct answer highlights the two cycles that are specifically structured for commercial drivers to manage their driving hours and rest periods in accordance with regulations. The seven or fourteen day cycle is crucial for ensuring that drivers maintain compliance with the Hours of Service regulations, which are designed to prevent fatigue and ensure safety on the roads. In the seven-day cycle, drivers can drive for up to 70 hours in a week, maintaining certain limits on daily driving hours. In the fourteen-day cycle, the limit shifts, allowing for up to 120 hours of driving spread over two weeks, with appropriate rest required in between. This system provides flexibility while also upholding safety standards. The other options refer to cycles that do not align with the structured regulations for commercial driving. The twelve or twenty-four hour cycle focuses more on daily rest but does not encapsulate the necessary broader context of week-long operational standards. The monthly or quarterly cycle does not adhere to the immediate driving and rest periods needed for safety and compliance. The weekday or weekend cycle lacks the regulatory framework and does not effectively address drivers' operational limits.