Private Car Hire Vocational License (PDVL) - Paper 1

Why is it an offence to drive along the road shoulder of an expressway?

Because others will follow and it will create a jam.Because it may lead to an accident.Because it may cause confusion.Because it may cause frustration to others.

If cholesterol level is too high, it can cause __________?

CancerHeart diseaseDiabetesKidney failure

When do you know you have hypertension (high blood pressure)?

My systolic BP is less than 140mmHgMy diastolic BP is less than 90mmHgMy diastolic BP is 90mmHg or moreMy systolic BP is 90mmHg or more

What is the maximum sitting capacity for a private hire car?

Not less than 8 including driverNot more than 7 including driverNot more than 8 including driverNot less than 7 including driver

What is the composition amount and demerit points awarded to a motorist when he fails to give way at a junction?

$120.00 and 3 demerit points$150.00 and 6 demerit points$170.00 and 8 demerit points$130.00 and 4 demerit points

Why do you need to stop close to the verge of the road when you pick up or alight passengers?

Passengers ask me to do so.Passengers can alight faster.Not necessary to do so because my vehicle may hit the kerb.Ensure the safety of passengers.

What is the contact number of ISD Counter-Terrorism Centre (CTC)?

1800-2765751No such contact number1800-22555821800-2626473

When you have the right of way, must you avoid an accident?

Yes, only if I want to give way to the other party.No, I just follow the rules of the road.No, since I have the right of way.Yes, even when I have the right of way, I must avoid accidents.

What are the running costs for a private hire car driver?

Fuel, Medisave contributions and parking charges.Fuel, parking summons and vehicle maintenance.Fuel, Medisave contributions and road tax.Fuel, COE and parking charges.

How to check whether your car is clean?

The exterior of the car was washedThere are no cockroach and no antsThere is no odour and no dustThe interior of the car was wiped

On the attributes of a licensed professional chauffeur, which of the following statements is true?

I am responsible for my actions.I do not have to provide equal treatment for all passengers.I need not be ethical.I will respect my passengers if they respect me.

When you are communicating with a passenger, what are some of the areas you need to be aware of?

Head movement, face makeup and jewelry on the body.Facial expression, luggage positioning, brand of clothes.Facial expression, body language and head movement.Body language, type of hair do and head movement.

What is the primary objective of the counter terrorism?

Use intelligence agencies to combat or prevent terrorism.Detect, deter and prevent acts of terrorism.Employ counter-insurgency measures.Counter financing of terrorism.

What should you do if you encounter a passenger whose behaviour and conversation arouses your suspicion?

Just drive on as it is none of my business.Go home and share the story with your family.Provide the information to the Police Hotline of ISD HotlineTune in to the radio and see if anything happened.

When you arrive late for a call booking and passenger start to scold you, what would you do?

You can ignore the passenger and leave without him/herYou can tell the passenger to complain to your company if they are not happy as the vehicle is assigned by the companyYou can tell passenger stop scolding, if he/she is unhappy he/she can cancel the bookingYou can apologize for being late so you can calm down the passenger then send passenger to their destination without further delay

What is cholesterol?

White cells in the blood.Fats in your blood.Sugar deposits in the artery.A waxy, fat-like substance that is found in all cells of the body.

Why do you need to belt up when driving?

Drive faster and remain stableReduce the likelihood of serious injuries or deathAvoid payment of finesAvoid DIPS demerit points

What is the healthy BMI for adults in terms of kg/square metre?

27.5 and aboveBetween 18.5 and 22.9Between 23.0 and 27.4Less than 18.5

What is the penalty awarded to a driver who fails to give way at a junction?

$150 fine + 6 demerit points.$170 fine + 8 demerit points.$130 fine + 4 demerit points.$120 fine + 3 demerit points.

Who conducts traffic enforcement on private hire car drivers?

Traffic Police and Public Transport Council.Ministry of Transport and Traffic Police.Traffic Police and Land Transport Authority.Land Transport Authority and Ministry of Transport.